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daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (Cecilia Tittemore)
Mon Nov 3 20:56:13 1997
Date: Mon, 03 Nov 1997 16:39:08 -0600
From: Cecilia Tittemore <Cecilia.Tittemore@Dartmouth.EDU>
To: PACS-L@LISTSERV.UH.EDU
Reply-To: Public-Access Computer Systems Forum <PACS-L@LISTSERV.UH.EDU>
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ASSISTANT BIBLIOGRAPHIC CONTROL SERVICES LIBRARIAN
Dartmouth College Library
Hanover, New Hampshire
Dartmouth College Library seeks an experienced catalog librarian to serve as
Assistant Bibliographic Control Services Librarian.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Reporting to the Bibliographic Control Services Librarian,
the incumbent manages cataloging processes and creates catalog records for a
wide variety of materials in many languages, subjects, and formats. Designs
and implements procedures to integrate remotely accessed and locally maintained
electronic information resources into the catalog. As a member of the
department's management team, provides assistance and leadership to a staff of
seven Bibliographic Control Specialists in the creation of original and complex
copy cataloging records in many languages, subjects and formats. Interprets
current cataloging rules and standards for the staff. Designs and executes
initial and on-going cataloging training programs for the staff. Provides
leadership in serials cataloging issues. Works with staff throughout
Collection Services in the design and documentation of local bibliographic and
authority control policies and procedures. Participates in planning and
decision making for the department, and, through service on library committees,
in a variety of other library operations.
THE COLLEGE AND THE LIBRARY: The Dartmouth College Library is a system of nine
libraries, each housing collections in specific subject areas, and serving
undergraduate and graduate programs in the College of Arts and Sciences, the
Tuck School of Business Administration, the Thayer School of Engineering, and
the Dartmouth Medical School. The Library collection includes over 2 million
printed volumes, 21,000 journal subscriptions, 2.3 million microforms, 67,000
audiovisual titles, and 164,000 maps. In addition, the library offers access
to over 1000 electronic journals and more than 400 networked databases. The
Library is a member of the Association of Research Libraries and the Research
Libraries Group. Dartmouth College is an innovative, technologically
sophisticated environment with extensive local computing resources.
QUALIFICATIONS: ALA-accredited MLS. Minimum of 3 years post-MLS cataloging
experience in an academic or research library. Demonstrated knowledge of
current cataloging rules, standards and formats. Demonstrated competence in
the use of an integrated library system, an online bibliographic utility (OCLC,
RLIN) and networked cataloger's workstations, and an understanding of the
interfaces between each of these tools. Reading knowledge of two foreign
languages; European languages preferred. Familiarity with current trends in
cataloging, especially those related to electronic information resources.
Demonstrated team-based communication and problem-solving skills, as well as
interpersonal and written communication skills. Experience in cataloging
serials, electronic resources, or non-book formats is highly desirable.
SALARY & BENEFITS: Rank and salary commensurate with experience and
qualifications, with a minimum salary of $32,500 for Librarian II; full
benefits package including 22 vacation days, comprehensive health insurance,
TIAA/CREF, and relocation assistance.
APPLICATIONS: Applications received by December 15, 1997 will be given first
consideration; applications will be considered until the position is filled.
Send resume to:
Phyllis E. Jaynes
Director of User Services
115 Baker Library
Hanover, NH 03755-3525
Dartmouth College is an AA, EEO, M/F employer.
Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.
<http://www.dartmouth.edu/~library/>
