Job Announcement (Eastern Washington University) Marcia Tuttle 13 Jul 1998 15:35 UTC
---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Mon, 13 Jul 1998 08:22:06 -0700 From: Carolynne Myall <cmyall@EWU.EDU> Subject: Job Announcement BIBLIOGRAPHIC CONTROL LIBRARIAN RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinate bibliographic control functions in an integrated technical services unit; review, revise, and document cataloging policies and procedures; train and serve as a resource for technical services staff working with copy and original cataloging in all formats; perform database maintenance; perform original cataloging for archival collections, Washington state documents, EWU theses, and other materials; oversee participation in OCLC Enhance and TOC programs; consult with representatives of other union-catalog institutions in matters of standards and practices, implementation of new system features, etc.; contribute to unit and division management and policy formulation; and participate in Technical Services performance measurement. REPORT TO: Head of Collections Services Division. The Division includes Technical Services Unit (2 librarians, 8 � classified staff and 1 administrative staff) and Circulation Unit. QUALIFICATIONS FOR POSITION: Required: ALA/MLS; minimum of two years professional experience in an academic or research library, primarily in cataloging and bibliographic control activities; experience with AACR2, MARC, LCSH, and LCCS; familiarity with a major bibliographic utility, integrated local library systems, and technical services workflows; demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of team; demonstrated effective written and oral communication, training, planning, and problem-solving skills. Must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States pursuant to U.S. Immigration Laws. Desired: Experience with OCLC; knowledge of technical services modules of Innovative Interfaces library system. SALARY/APPOINTMENT: Ten-month, non-tenure-track, one-year appointment, with possible renewal for a second year. Salary $35,000 annually. TIAA/CREF retirement program; comprehensive medical insurance; 20 days vacation and established holidays; generous sick leave; assistance with moving expenses; no state or local income taxes. APPLICATIONS: Review of applications begins July 15, 1998, and will continue until filled. Submit application, curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references to: Pat Ryan, EWU Libraries, MS-84, 816 F St., Cheney, WA 99004-2423. EWU LIBRARIES have total holdings of approximately 2 million volumes, with 4600 current subscriptions, and an FDLP selective depository at 65%, in a dynamic mix of print, microform, and electronic formats. The Libraries support the University�s mission to provide excellent education to undergraduate, graduate, and professional students in a comprehensive university. Eastern Washington University is committed to increasing the diversity of faculty, staff, students, and academic program offerings and to strengthening sensitivity to diversity throughout the institution. We are an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. Carolynne Myall Head, Collection Services University Libraries of Eastern Washington University MS-84, 816 F St. Cheney, WA 99004-2423 Phone (509) 359-6967; FAX (509) 359-2476; Internet cmyall@ewu.edu