Position Announcement, California State University, Northridge Carole Schwartz 01 Apr 1997 20:05 UTC
Subject: Position Announcement, California State University, Northridge PERIODICALS/SERIALS SUPERVISOR Technical Services/University Library (full-time) DUTIES: Under general supervision, maintains the Periodicals/Serials Database which is used to produce a combined list of periodicals, serials and newspapers for reference and patron use, as well as a variety of title lists and survey information for use of bibliographers. Organizes and directs workflow; monitors production/editing of 929/930's and their contents; answers questions; and solves problems identified by inputters. Provides information regarding available products from Per/Ser system; creates and prepares explanatory materials and examples of prodcuts for distribution; accepts verbal and written requests for special reports; and submits computer tape to vendor for hardcopy list production. Develops and maintains procedure manual for the Per/Ser system; identifies, researches and resolves complex serials cataloging and acquisitions problems, recatalogs serials that have ceased, changed title or need revision; adapts OCLC records to reflect the items held locally; and transmits complete bibliographic records from OCLC to GEAC. Hires, trains, evaluates, and supervises students doing inputting/editing on special projects. Performs day-to-day processing of continuations, which includes checking in materials on CHKM, preparing invoices, revising records, and preparing materials for bindery or processing. Performs other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Equivalent to three years of progressively responsible library clerical experience. Completion of a four-year college program for library assistants may be substituted for two years of experience. KNOWLEDGE, SPECIALIZED SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Working knowledge of: library terminology; general bibliographic forms and structure; library computer applications; and the activities, policies, procedures, and organizational structure of the area to which the position is assigned. General knowledge of computer applications in the library, the academic library setting, the library's collection, the system under which library materials are classified, and the catalog. Ability and specialized skills to: apply rules in accordance with policy, regulations, and procedures under varying circumstances; provide standard information on library policies and procedures to library users; work independently; work cooperatively with others; read and write English at a level appropriate to this position; work accurately with attention to detail; use a typewriter and/or a word processor; interpret, modify, and verify library records within established rules and procedures; understand and operate library computer systems; understand, interpret, and apply library rules and bibliographic standards; and use discretion in applying rules, regulations and procedures. Desirable qualifications include experience with OCLC Marc serials format and union listing module; GEAC Acquisitions and Marc Record Management Systems or GEAC Advance systems; serials check-in and cataloging; and IBM PC and Windows. SALARY RANGE: $2352-2816 mo. An application form must be submitted to establish candidacy for position. A resume may accompany the application. All applicants must apply through the Office of Human Resource Services. Applications must be received in the Office of Human Resource Services by 2 p.m. on the application deadline date. APPLICATIONS REQUESTED FROM AND SENT TO: Office of Human Resource Services California State University, Northridge 18111 Nordhoff Street, Administration Park 702 Northridge, CA 91330-8229 (818) 677-2101 Web address: http://www-hrs.csun.edu/ SUBMIT OUR APPLICATION BY: April 10, 1997