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Subject: HEAD, SERIALS/ACQUISITIONS,   J. Robert Van Pelt
Library,Michiga n Technological University
Date: Wed, 29 Sep 1999 14:24:13 -0400
From: Tatiana Shabelnik <tshabel@mtu.edu>

The J. Robert Van Pelt Library at Michigan Technological University
seeks a
Head of Serials and Acquisitions to help us move toward a digital
library
and meet our commitment to providing electronic access to information.
The
Head, Serials and Acquisitions will supervise a unit which acquires,
catalogs and coordinates access to print and electronic materials in a
variety of formats; serve as the Library's electronic licensing
coordinator;
and provide leadership for the continuing development of our
serials/acquisitions module.
REQUIRED
Master's degree in Library and/or Information Science from an ALA
accredited
institution. Two years experience working in serials cataloging, serials
management and/or acquisitions. Experience working with automated
bibliographic utilities (e.g. OCLC). Demonstrated knowledge of AACR2, LC
classification, LCSH and USMARC formats; library trends in an electronic
environment; and current automated library systems. Demonstrated
competence
in current library technology applications. Demonstrated ability to
function
in a collaborative, service-oriented environment and to adapt to a
frequently changing environment. Excellent interpersonal, problem-
solving,
team building, leadership, and written/oral communication skills.
DESIRABLE
Experience in a research or academic library in serials cataloging or
acquisitions. Experience using Endeavor's Voyager library management
system.
Demonstrated knowledge of the National Serials Cataloging Standards
(CONSER). Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team as
well
as independently. Demonstrated commitment to the service and educational
roles of academic libraries.
BENEFITS
Salary expected to be $30,000. Competitive benefits package.
ENVIRONMENT
Michigan Technological University is a medium-sized university located
in
Michigan's scenic Upper Peninsula and has over 6,000 students enrolled
in
its undergraduate and graduate programs. It is a Doctoral I university
and
the Upper Midwest's only public technological university supporting
programs
in engineering, the sciences, business, technology, communications, and
forestry. The J. Robert Van Pelt Library uses a team-oriented approach
to
problem solving in a rapidly changing environment. For more information,
visit our web site at http://www.lib.mtu.edu
Search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and
continue
until an appointment is made. Send letter of application, resume, and
names,
addresses and phone numbers of three work-related references to: Marilyn
Haapapuro, Human Resources Department, Michigan Technological
University,
1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, MI 49931.
Michigan Technological University is an equal opportunity educational
institution, equal opportunity employer.