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Positions Available
daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (PACS-L Moderator)
Mon Aug 12 21:00:34 1996
Date: Mon, 12 Aug 1996 17:52:47 -0500 (CDT)
From: PACS-L Moderator <libpacs@UH.EDU>
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4 Messages
1) Assistant to the University Librarian, Georgetown University (DC)
2) Head Cataloger, Portland State University (OR)
3) UNIX Systems Administrator/Programmer, Harvard University (MA)
4) Assistant Systems Librarian, Portland State University (OR)
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From: Susan Martin <MARTIN@gunet.georgetown.edu>
Subject: Position description
Georgetown University -- Lauinger Library
Assistant to the University Librarian (Assistant Librarian)
General Description: Reporting to the University Librarian, the
Assistant to the University Librarian will work with the
University Librarian and the Library's Executive Council to
advance the Library's mission and to become acquainted
with a broad spectrum of issues related to the management
of a large research library. The responsibilities of the
position will include: coordinating special library-wide
projects, such as identifying standard statistics to be
collected by each department; conducting statistical
analyses; drafting and revising reports, studies, and other
documents; coordinating the continued development of the
Library's long- and short-range strategic planning; writing
grant proposals; assisting in the management of the Library's
public relations program; and providing support to the staff
development program.
Position requirements: ALA-accredited MLS and two or more
years professional experience in an academic or research
library. Ability to plan, organize and implement projects;
understanding of the service philosophy of a university library
to users at all levels; broad knowledge of library and
information services and technologies; specific knowledge of
statistics; excellent communication skills, both written and
oral; experience in analyzing complex systems; ability to
bring people of different backgrounds together to achieve
mutually desired objectives. Interest in participating in a
dynamic environment necessary.
Benefits: Academic status. Generous vacation, insurance
and retirement plans.
Salary: $33,000 to $35,000 annually depending upon
qualifications
Date available: Immediately.
Application procedure: Review of applications will begin on
August 15. Applications will be accepted until the position is
filled. Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and the
names of at least three references to:
Phyllis Barrow
Head, Administrative and Financial Services
Georgetown University Library
3700 O Street, N.W.
P.O. Box 571174
Washington, DC 20057-1174
Georgetown University is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity employer.
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From: "kenreich" <kenreich@godzilla.lib.pdx.edu>
Subject: Position Announcement (Portland, OR)
PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
ADVERTISEMENT
Head Cataloger
Portland State University Library seeks nominations and applications
for the position of Head Cataloger. Reporting to the Assistant Director
for Technical Services, this position administers the Cataloging Section
comprised of 4 professional librarians, 1 management service and 11.5
classified staff. The PSU Library has holdings of approximately 1 million
volumes and 10,000 serials subscriptions and standing orders. The
Library uses the Sirsi integrated library system and is a member of WLN.
RESPONSIBLE FOR overseeing the daily operation of the section;
ensuring the establishment of monographic and serials bibliographic
records, and the integration of records into the Library's OPAC; overseeing
the materials preparation, repair and binding operations; planning,
preparing and analyzing statistical and financial reports; training,
coordinating and evaluating staff; planning and developing procedures
for the improvement of work processes; maintaining communication and
encouraging the exchange of ideas.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS: ALA accredited Master of Library
Science degree.
QUALIFICATIONS: A minimum of 3 years experience cataloging materials
of various types and formats in a medium to large academic library. At
least 2 years experience administering a cataloging department or
database management unit. Mastery of MARC, AACR2 rules and interpretations,
LC subject cataloging and classification, and LCSH/name
authority control. Strong supervisory, analytical, and organizational
skills. Demonstrated experience with one of the national bibliographic
utilities and with a local integrated system. Familiarity with European
languages as well as bibliographic terms in other languages. Excellent
interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. Ability to provide
leadership in a computer-intensive environment. Ability to meet academic
tenure and promotion requirements.
RANK: Assistant Professor (faculty status; 1.0 FTE tenure track position;
12 month contract)
SALARY/BENEFITS: Commensurate with experience. Minimum $45,000.
Primary benefits include a choice of medical plans (Blue Cross/Blue Shield
or HMO options), several retirement plans, 176 vacation hours, and staff
tuition rates.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications received by 5:00 p.m., September
15, 1996 will receive priority consideration.
TO APPLY: Send cover letter, resume, and names, addresses & phone
numbers of four references to:
Mary Ellen Kenreich
Chair, Search Committee
Portland State University Library
P.O. Box 1151
Portland, OR 97207
(503) 725-5780
(503) 725-5799 (FAX)
Portland State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
employer and is committed to diversifying its work force. Minorities,
women, and members of other protected groups are encouraged to
apply. A position description can be found on the WWW at
http://www.lib.pdx.edu/straylight.html.
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From: tracey_robinson@harvard.edu (Tracey Robinson)
Subject: UNIX SysAdmin position
Harvard University Library
Office for Information Systems
Position: UNIX Systems Administrator/Programmer
OIS is a dynamic and challenging work environment and is increasingly
involved in the development and support of UNIX-based applications.
Coherent management and support of UNIX systems has become vital.
The UNIX system administrator/programmer will serve as a senior resource
person for UNIX support functions. Responsibilities will include:
* acting as system administrator for 7+ UNIX servers;
* consulting with applications and operations staff to assist in
establishing a coherent development and production environment;
* installing, maintaining and customizing utilities and services;
* providing application operations support for UNIX-based
applications;
* serving as a consultant on development projects;
* tracking industry trends and advising management accordingly;
* some off-hours support for triaging server crises for production
systems.
Requirements: B.S. (Or equivalent experience) with at least two years of
UNIX system administration experience; experience in C and shell
programming; strong telecommunications skills, experience supporting
TCP/IP; experience with Internet applications (e.g., WW, gopher); strong
interpersonal and organizational skills; disciplined approach to systems
management and documentation.
Desired: Experience with a variety of flavors of UNIX; work experience in
a heterogeneous computing environment (mainframes/PCs); proven expertise
in maintaining stable production UNIX systems.
Available immediately. Salary range: high $30,000's - mid-$40,000's,
depending on experience and skills.
Send resume and cover letter to Tracey Robinson, Harvard University Library,
1280 Mass. Ave. Suite 404, Cambridge MA 02138
email: Tracey_Robinson@harvard.edu
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Tracey Robinson
Assistant Director for Systems Management
Harvard University Library
tracey_robinson@harvard.edu
(495-3724)
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From: "Gary Sampson" <supervisor@godzilla.lib.pdx.edu>
Subject: job opening
ASSISTANT SYSTEMS LIBRARIAN
Portland State University Library seeks applicants for the
position of Assistant Systems Librarian. The Assistant
Systems Librarian reports to the Systems Librarian and
provides support for all library automation activities.
Works with other members of a Systems Working Group on
day-to-day support for the Library's computer systems,
including technical assistance, training, and maintenance
support. Trains librarians and library staff to effectively
use databases and other electronic resources, including
CD_ROM systems. Performs duties such as installation of
new software and upgrades to existing software in a
PC/Novell environment. Knowleldge of library computer
applications, good written and oral communication skills,
ability to work with a variety of individuals in a training
capacity.
The Portland State University Library has holdings of
approximately one million volumes and approximately
11,000 serials subscriptions. The Library uses the
Sirsi integrated library system and is a member of WLN.
The student body numbers approximately 15,000
QUALIFICATIONS:Required: Accredited MLS or MLIS degree;
Knowleldge of library computer applications, good written
and oral communication skills, ability to work with a
variety of individuals in a training capacity. Award
of academic tenure and promotion will require a second
masters degree.
RANK: Assistant Professor (faculty status; renewable,
tenure track position; 12-month contract)
SALARY: $30,780 minimum. Benefits include a choice of
medical plans (Blue Cross/Blue Shield or HMO options),
several retirement plans, 22 vacation days, and staff
tuition rates.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin
immediately, with the closing date for acceptance of
applications to occur not earlier than September 13,
1996. It is anticipated that appointment will be
effective Novermber 1, 1996.
Portland State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative
action employer.
TO APPLY: Send cover letter, resume, and names, addresses
& phone numbers of three references to:
Gary Sampson
Systems Librarian
c/o Ms. Charlotte Brown
Portland State University Library
P.O. Box 1151
Portland, OR 97207
(503) 725-4575
(503) 725-4524 (FAX)
or: gary@godzilla.lib.pdx.edu
