Vacancy notice for Serials Cataloger/East Asian Subject Specialist (George Washington University) Marcia Tuttle 27 Oct 1994 15:48 UTC
---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Thu, 27 Oct 1994 11:32:47 -0400 From: Andrea W. Stewart <astewart@GWIS2.CIRC.GWU.EDU> Please respond in writing to the following vacancy if you are interested. Thank you. The George Washington University announces a search for a Serials Cataloger/East Asian Subject Specialist POSITION: Serials Cataloger/East Asian Subject Specialist APPOINTMENT RANK & SALARY: Appointment at the rank of Librarian II, $26,000 minimum POSITION DESCRIPTION: Performs original and complex copy cataloging of serials in all subject areas and languages; performs original and complex copy cataloging of other bibliographic formats in East Asian languages; creates and reviews authority work in local automated system; reviews all new serials records in local automated system to ensure that bibliographic, copy holdings, MARC holdings, and item records are correct. Supervises paraprofessional staff who create local data records (LDR) for the OCLC Union List; works with head of Database Management and Processing Unit to resolve serials bibliographic, copy holdings, MARC holdings, and item record problems. Trains and serves as resource person for technical services' staff with regard to serials records in OCLC and local automated system; serves as the department's liaison with the Serials Coordinator; develops procedures and policies pertaining to serials record maintenance, cataloging, and monographic series authority records in consultation with the department head and, as necessary, the Serials Coordinator; assists Serials Coordinator in review of serials clean up project, in particular is responsible for bibliographic records. As subject specialist for East Asia serves as liaison, provides specialized research support and consultation services, develops and manages collections, and identifies user needs with respect to library services and policies. Participates in user education and research consultations. Serves on library-wide and University committees. Reports to Senior Subject Specialist who helps plan commitments and evaluates overall performance. QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: ALA accredited master's degree in library science; familiarity with AACR2, LCSH, LC classification, MARC formats, and ANSI holdings standards; minimum of 2 years post-MLS serials cataloging experience, experience with an integrated online system and a major bibliographic utility; reading knowledge of Chinese; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work in a team environment. QUALIFICATIONS DESIRABLE: Experience with NOTIS; other cataloging experience; reading knowledge of other East Asian or European languages; collection development or faculty liaison experience; academic background in East Asian studies. REVIEW OF APPLICATION: Review of applications will begin on February 1, 1995 and will continue until the position is filled. Please send your resume and names of three references to: Andrea W. Stewart, Executive Associate The Melvin Gelman Library The George Washington University 2130 H Street NW Washington, DC 20052 The George Washington University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer