Position available (Union College) Marcia Tuttle 21 Feb 1997 19:37 UTC
---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Fri, 21 Feb 1997 14:02:36 -0500 From: GAIL GOLDERMAN <GOLDERMG@conan.union.edu> Subject: Position available Periodicals/Acquisitions Librarian Union College invites applications for the position of Periodicals/ Acquisitions Librarian with an anticipated start date in July 1997. RESPONSIBILITIES: Manages the periodicals unit, including receipt, cataloging and processing of periodicals and serials in all formats. Manages transition from print to alternate formats for periodicals and serials. Leads retrospective conversion and reclassification projects. Supervises the acquisition of all library materials. Monitors and participates in the allocation of the annual library materials budget. Prepares regular expense reports and budget projections. Supervises three full time staff and 10+ student assistants. Provides general reference service on a rotating basis. Serves on library-wide and College committees and task forces as needed. REQUIREMENTS: M.L.S. from an ALA-accredited library school. Thorough knowledge of OCLC, electronic information resources, and integrated library systems. Demonstrated aptitude for analytical and detailed work. Effective interpersonal communication, organizational skills and strong commitment to teamwork. Familiarity with current periodicals/acquisitions trends and issues in an automated environment. Demonstrated adaptability and initiative. PREFERRED: Minimum three years relevant experience in an academic library with working knowledge of periodicals and serials in traditional and electronic formats. Experience with DRA. Budgeting experience and knowledge of book trade and vendors. Working knowledge of computer applications such as spreadsheets and database management. Background in direct supervision. Full-time 12 month non-tenure track position with faculty privileges and responsibilities. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits. General: Union College is an independent, residential college of 2000 undergraduates, located in upstate New York, offering liberal arts and engineering curricula as well as a graduate program. Schaffer Library has just begun a major expansion and renovation project, scheduled for completion in 1998. Learn more about Schaffer Library by visiting its home page at http://www.union.edu/computing/library/library.html Send letter of application, resume, and three reference contacts by May 16th, 1997 to: Library Director, Schaffer Library, Union College, Schenectady, New York 12308. An equal opportunity/affirmative employee.