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Position Announcement: Cataloging Librarian, Georgetown Univ. Law Center Elizabeth Dechman 07 Jul 1999 19:40 UTC

At the Edward Bennett Williams Law Library, Georgetown University Law
Center

Georgetown Law Library, with its collection of over 900,000 volumes and a
staff of 70, is one of the country's premier legal research institutions,
supporting an outstanding law school faculty and student body.

We seek a librarian to catalog and classify materials in a variety of
languages and in all formats, including electronic and Internet resources,
with an emphasis on serials and on original cataloging, using LC
classification and subject headings. The Cataloging Librarian also
maintains authority control; assists in establishing policies, procedures,
and workflow; and helps with staff training and supervision.  She or he
reports to the Head of the Cataloging Department.

Required Qualifications:  Master's degree from an ALA accredited
institution. Thorough knowledge of AACR2, LC classification and subject
headings, and MARC formats. Two years' cataloging experience using OCLC;
experience with Innovative Interfaces or other major online local library
system; experience with Windows and WWW. Participation in professional
activities. Ability to work both independently and as a team member, and
to communicate effectively with individuals and groups.  Preferred
Qualifications: Experience in a law library. Serials cataloging
experience. Reading knowledge of German or French. Supervisory training
and experience.

Salary & Benefits:  Very competitive salary, commensurate with experience
and qualifications. Ample sick leave & vacation time. Substantial employer
contribution to TIAA-CREF or other 403(b) account.

For more information about the position and the Library, visit our website
at www.ll.georgetown.edu.

To apply, send a resume and the names, addresses and phone numbers of
three references to: Margaret Fry, Associate Law Librarian for
Administration, Edward Bennett Williams Library, Georgetown University Law
Center, 111 G Street, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20001. These materials may
also be submitted via e-mail to fry@law.georgetown.edu.  The preferred
file formats are WorkPerfect 6.1 or Rich Text Format.  We will begin
reviewing applications on July 15th.

Georgetown University is an EOE/AA Employer.