Position Announcement: Catalog Librarian, University of Vermont Birdie MacLennan 07 Mar 2002 20:56 UTC
Applications invited for this entry or early career level position. Catalog Librarian Bailey/Howe Library University of Vermont Bailey/Howe Memorial Library, University of Vermont, invites applications for the position of Catalog Librarian. The University of Vermont is located in the Champlain Valley between the Adirondack and Green Mountain ranges. It is set on a hill overlooking Lake Champlain and Burlington, Vermont's largest city with population of over 50,000. The student body at UVM is composed of 7,470 undergraduate and 1,053 graduate students. Bailey/Howe Library's Collections Services Department is looking for a librarian with cataloging experience. The successful candidate will be part of a dedicated department of 6 library faculty and thirty library staff members. In addition to performing original and complex cataloging in a variety of subjects, languages, and formats, the catalog librarian will be expected to participate in planning and policy making within the Collection Management Services Group in the areas of innovative operational uses of library automation in technical services, and evolving management of electronic resources. The collection of the Bailey/Howe Library consists of 1.2 M volumes, 4,000 print periodical titles and over 10,000 other serial titles, 32,000 audio, film and video titles, and 1,000 current electronic journal titles. The Library receives approximately 12,000-14,000 titles per year though the Yankee shelf-ready approval and firm order program. More than 20,000 volumes per year are added in-house. Collection Services is responsible for technical services support for three of UVM's four libraries, and collaborates with the technical services operations at the Dana Medical Library. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS. Applicants are required to have an MLS degree from an ALA accredited program or international equivalent; 2 years of library experience with an emphasis in cataloging and technical services; familiarity with and knowledge of the use and application of AACR2 revised, LCSH, LC classification, MARC21 formats and metadata standards, and LC Rule Interpretations; experience with online computer library systems, including OCLC/WorldCat, integrated library systems (e.g., Voyager), Internet applications (e.g., email, WWW), and office applications (Word, WordPerfect, etc.); commitment to professional growth; and, reading knowledge of one or more foreign languages (German preferred). DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively and creatively in a changing environment; demonstrated ability to pay attention to detail; academic or research library experience; knowledge of online authority control operations; demonstrated ability to work independently; understanding of the information needs of a research community; and, experience in public services. POSITION DESCRIPTION. Available at http://bailey.uvm.edu/jobs/cs/catlibrarian_jobdesc.htm SALARY AND APPLICATION INFORMATION. Appointment will be made at the library faculty rank of instructor or library assistant professor, non-tenure track. Salary is commensurate with experience, not less than $31,500 for this position. Benefit package includes TIAA/CREF or alternate plan, managed health care plan, and 22 days of annual leave. Review of applications begins April 15, 2002 and will continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date is July 1, 2002. Send letter of application, vita, and names and contact information for three professional references to: Paul Philbin, Chair, Collections Services Search Committee, Bailey/Howe Library, University of Vermont, Burlington, VT 05405-0036. The University of Vermont is an AA/EO employer.