Job posting - Serials Cataloger, Miss. State Univ. (fwd) Marcia Tuttle 20 Nov 1999 00:59 UTC
---------- Forwarded message ---------- Date: Fri, 19 Nov 1999 14:42:04 -0600 From: "Chressanthis, June" <jchressanthis@LIBRARY.MSSTATE.EDU> Subject: Job posting - Serials Cataloger, Miss. State Univ. POSITION VACANCY - Mississippi State University Libraries - Serials Cataloger The Mississippi State University Libraries seek applications for an Assistant Professor level position of Serials Cataloger. Duties include contributing to the development of a virtual research database by performing original and copy cataloging of serials representing all levels of difficulty, all subjects and languages, and all formats according to AACR2 1998 rev., LCRIs, LCSH, LC classification, and MARC formats. Performs authority work on names and series in accordance with local and national standards. Solves problems arising from obsolete or incorrect information appearing in bibliographic and holdings records. Provides input for establishing serial cataloging policies and procedures. Assists serial unit paraprofessional staff in problem solving. Participates in and leads special projects as needed. Meets library and university requirements for promotion and tenure in the areas of librarianship, research, service and collegiality. Works with one or more academic units on campus in the capacity of subject bibliographer. Serves as a Cataloging Department resource person concerning serial cataloging related issues. Keeps current on revisions to cataloging rules and trends in cataloging practices. Brings revisions and trends to the attention of the Coordinator of Cataloging and assists in the implementation of the changes in the department. Evaluates the potential use of new services and technologies as requested. Performs other duties as assigned. Reports to the Coordinator of Cataloging. QUALIFICATIONS - Required: MLS from an ALA-accredited program. Cataloging course work beyond the core or introductory level. 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 interpersonal, collegial and communication skills (both oral and written). Must be able to set and adjust priorities and workflow in a dynamic and changing environment and accept new challenges in order to realize departmental 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 and a second master's degree. ENVIRONMENT: The Technical Services Department is led by the Associate Dean of Technical Services and consists of monographic and serials cataloging, database maintenance, 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 paraprofessional staff members. Mississippi State University is a land grant institution and the largest state supported university in Mississippi. The university is located in Starkville, Mississippi. Benefits: Excellent benefits package. Faculty rank, privileges and responsibilities; 12-month appointment. Rank/Salary: Assistant Professor, $30,000 Submit application, resume and cover letter with names, phone numbers, addresses and email addresses of three current professional references to: Ms. Debra Fairbrother, Administrative Assistant to the Dean, Mississippi State University Libraries, P.O. Box 5408, Mississippi State, MS 39762 Applications accepted until a suitable applicant is found. For more information on the Mississippi State University community, see the university's website at http//:www.msstate.edu. Mississippi State University is an EEO/AA employer. ********************************* June D. Chressanthis Coordinator of Cataloging Mississippi State University Libraries P.O. Box 2365 Mississippi State, MS 39762 662-325-0548 662-325-2895 (fax) jchressanthis@library.msstate.edu