Position available in TX P V Picerno 27 Feb 2004 18:34 UTC
http://www.stedwards.edu/hr/jobs/J04017.htm J04017 Bibliographic Control - Database Maintenance Librarian Scarborough-Philips Library The Scarborough-Philips Library at St. Edward's University seeks an energetic, service-oriented librarian to provide leadership and expertise in coordinating bibliographic access to all of the library's resources. The successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to work independently as well as with others, flexibility, organizational skills, and the capability to work in an environment where decision-making is a shared process. Responsibilities Reporting to the Library Director for evaluation as a library faculty member, and to the Head of Collection Services as part of the Technical Services Team, the Bibliographic Control Librarian will supervise copy cataloging; maintain cataloging authority control; provide original and complex cataloging in all formats including archival materials; maintain the bibliographic aspects of the ILS; Other responsibilities include regular rotation in reference services, including some evening and weekend times; collection development responsibilities for assigned subject areas; participation in the collegially-based management of the library; participation in library- and campus-wide activities; and participation in regional and national library activities. All librarians at St. Edward's University enjoy faculty status and the opportunity for promotion and tenure. Qualifications Qualified applicants must have an MLS from an ALA-accredited institution and at least two years of experience cataloging library materials in an a college or university setting using OCLC and an ILS. Applicants must have demonstrable knowledge of AACR2, LCSH, MARC, LC classification, Dublin Core, and some knowledge of XML, EAD, and CONSER standards. Qualified applicants should have experience in decision-making, problem-solving, communication, supervising the work of others, working in a collegial environment, and the ability to assess and implement technologies in the workplace. Salary and Rank Commensurate with qualifications and experience. This is an eleven (11) month faculty appointment at the Instructor or Assistant Professor level. About St. Edward's University Founded in 1885 by the Congregation of Holy Cross, St. Edward's University is a private, Catholic liberal arts institution of approximately 4,450 diverse students located in Austin, Texas. It is an exciting time to be part of the St. Edward's community, as the university pursues an ambitious plan to be recognized as one of the best small universities in the country. Position Availability Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. The position is available immediately. Send letter of application, resume, and names of three references to: Bibliographic Control Librarian Search Committee, Scarborough-Phillips Library , St. Edward's University, Campus Mail Box 1037 , 3001 South Congress Avenue, Austin TX 78704-8492. St. Edward's University is an equal opportunity employer and employs only US citizens and documented workers. Posted: 02/02/04 Available: immediately