Cataloger Vacancy in Boston (John Schalow) ERCELAA@ctrvax.Vanderbilt.Edu 28 Feb 1995 13:51 UTC
Date: Tue, 28 Feb 1995 07:22:49 -0500 From: John Schalow <SCHALOW@NEU.EDU> Subject: Cataloger Vacancy in Boston CATALOG LIBRARIAN, SERIALS AND NON-PRINT RESOURCES NORTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES Northeastern University Libraries seeks applications and nominations for the position of Catalog Librarian, Serials and Non-print Resources. Under the general direction of the Head, Catalog Department, catalog and classify serials, non-print, electronic and other networked resources utilizing AACR2 and the MARC formats. Train, supervise, and evaluate the work of assigned staff. Serve as a technical expert on the characteristics and bibliographic control of serials, non-print, and electronic resources. Analyze library needs for effective bibliographic control and access; propose and document cataloging policies and procedures. Contribute to planning and implementation of projects and of enhancements to NULIS, the Northeastern University Libraries Information System. Collaborate with other library staff on bibliographic practices and on the specification and management of contract services. Prepare reports and analyses, and compile statistics. Provide service to library clientele. Participate in library-wide planning and committees. Annual collection growth approximates 40,000 volumes, 1000 media titles, and 9,000 current serial subscriptions. The Libraries hold membership in OCLC, Nelinet, and the Boston Library Consortium. CARL Systems and Tandem computers are the platforms for the public access Northeastern University Libraries Information System (NULIS) and for integrated processing services support. NULIS also serves as the libraries' primary gateway to other information resources. The Catalog Department provides leadership in the organization of and access to networked information resources. QUALIFICATIONS ALA-accredited MLS; two years' professional academic library experience as a cataloger using Library of Congress classification, AACR2, the MARC formats, and a bibliographic utility. At least one year of experience cataloging serials. Excellent communication, organizational, interpersonal, supervisory, planning, and analytical skills. Self-motivated, service-oriented, flexible. Strong commitment to diversity and to professional growth. Knowledge of developments and trends in cataloging standards, computer based cataloging, serials systems, networked information and scholarly access methods. Experience with music and non-print media cataloging desirable. Working knowledge of a modern foreign language desirable. SALARY: $27,000 minimum. Excellent, competitive benefits package. APPLICATIONS Applications received by March 31, 1995 will be given first consideration. Please send resume and the names of three references to: John Schalow, Head, Catalog Department, 263 Snell Library, Northeastern University Libraries, 360 Huntington Ave., Boston, MA 02115. Northeastern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are especially encouraged to apply.