Position: Purdue Univ. (Janet Addison) ERCELAA@ctrvax.Vanderbilt.Edu 15 Dec 1997 15:08 UTC
Date: Mon, 15 Dec 1997 09:11:11 -0500 From: Janet Addison <jan@OMNI.CC.PURDUE.EDU> Subject: Job Posting Catalog Librarian Purdue University Libraries Responsibilities: Contributes to planning and process improvement for the department and functions in a leadership role during the planning and implementation of the libraries' new integrated online system. Serves as a resource person for clerical copy catalogers and database maintenance staff in matters relating to cataloging and authorities. Responsible for original and complex copy cataloging of monographs and serials in all subject areas and formats, including electronic resources; bibliographic problem resolution; and authority control. Serves as a resource person to all library faculty, administrative/professional and clerical staff in matters relating to cataloging and database maintenance policies and procedures. Participates in library committees, teams, and task forces as required. Participates in the development of cataloging policies and procedures. Reports to the Head of Technical Services. Required qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS degree; cataloging experience in an academic or research library; reading knowledge of one or more modern foreign languages. Desired qualifications: Ability to work effectively in a changing organization and to provide leadership in the transition to a networked environment. Familiarity with the role of the cataloger's workstation in technical services operations. Good communication and interpersonal skills; good analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong service orientation. Experience in training staff. Two years professional experience in an academic or research library; reading knowledge of western European languages and/or Russian; working knowledge of AACR cataloging rules, LC rule interpretations, LC subject headings, authority practices, MARC formats and CONSER standards. Demonostrated experience with one of the national bibliographic utilities (OCLC preferred) and local integrated system. Familiarity with Dewey Decimal Classification. Familiarity with ANSI holdings standards. Salary: $26,000 and up, depending upon qualifications. Status and benefits: Exempt professional. Appointment on a fiscal year basis, with annual vacation of 22 working days. Flexible benefit programs with open enrollments annually. Group life, medical, and disability insurance programs are in effect, as are TIAA/CREF and Social Security coverage. Application process: Please send a statement of interest, resume, and the names of three references to: Thomas L. Haworth, Personnel Administrator, Purdue University Libraries, 1530 Stewart Center, Room 265, West Lafayette, IN 47907-1530. Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Priority consideration will be given to applications received by January 15, 1998. An equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.