Position Announcement: Serials Cataloger, Mississippi State Univ. June Chressanthis 17 Aug 1998 17:53 UTC
Serials Cataloger (New Position), Mitchell Memorial Library, Mississippi State University RESPONSIBILITIES: Original and copy cataloging of serials representing all levels of difficulty, all subjects and languages, and all formats according to AACR2R, LCRI's, LCSH, LC classification, and USMARC formats. Reports to the Coordinator of Cataloging. Perform authority work on names and series in accordance with local and national standards. Problem solving arising from obsolete or incorrect information appearing in bibliographic and holdings records. Provide input for establishing serial cataloging policies and procedures. Assist serial unit paraprofessional staff in problem solving. Participate and lead in special projects as needed. Meet library and university requirements for promotion and tenure in the areas of librarianship, research and service. Work with one or more academic units on campus in the capacity of subject bibliographer. Serve as a Cataloging Department resource on serial cataloging related issues. Keep current on revisions to cataloging rules and trends in cataloging practices. Bring revisions to the attention of the Coordinator of Cataloging and assist in the implementation of the changes in the department. Evaluate the potential use of new services and technologies as requested. QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIRED: MLS from an ALA-accredited program. Cataloging course work beyond the core or introductory level. Knowledge of and ability to apply AACR2R, LCRI's, LC classification, LCSH, and authority control practices. Demonstrated knowledge of current issues and trends in bibliographic access, especially those related to seriality. Significant experience with an automated library system and a bibliographic utility. High level of familiarity with computers and Windows NT. Must have strong analytical and organizational skills as well as effective oral, written, collegial, interpersonal and communication skills. Must be able to set and adjust priorities and workflow in a dynamic and changing environment and accept new challenges in order to realize department and library goals. Must demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as part of a team emphasizing a good balance between quality and productivity. Continuing commitment to professional development and growth. PREFERRED: Familiarity with DRA and OCLC. Knowledge of serials cataloging (print and electronic). Familiarity with USMARC format for holdings. Reading knowledge of at least one foreign language. Available immediately. ENVIRONMENT: The Technical Services Department is lead by a division head and consists of monographic and serials cataloging and monographic and serials acquisitions. The Cataloging Department is committed to creating timely, accurate and full bibliographic access to library-provided resources. This position works closely with the Coordinator of Cataloging and with the other members of the serials cataloging unit. The serials cataloging unit is composed of one additional professional and two paraprofessionals. This is a new position and additional growth in the Cataloging Department is expected in the near future. The library has over 6,000 active subscriptions. Mississippi State University is a land grant institution and the largest state supported university in Mississippi. The university is located in Starkville, Mississippi. SALARY AND BENEFITS: $27,000 for 12-month tenure track entry-level appointment. Vacation days and sick leave. State retirement system. Tuition exemption. APPLICATION: Send application letter with resume and names, phone numbers, addresses and email addresses of three current professional references to: Mrs. Debra Fairbrother, Mississippi State University Library, P.O. Box 5408, Mississippi State, MS 39762 For more information on the Mississippi State University community see the university's website at http//:www.msstate.edu Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and educational institution. *************************************************************** June D. Chressanthis Coordinator of Cataloging P.O. Box 2365 Mississippi State University Mississippi State, MS 39762 601-325-0548 fax: 601-325-2895 jchressanthis@library.msstate.edu