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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.