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Technical Services
Librarian / Assistant Professor University Libraries, Murray
State University. This is full-time salaried position to begin in January 2011.
Qualifications: ALA – accredited master’s degree required by
January 2011. Two years professional experience (and/or equivalent course work
pertaining to Cataloging and Acquisitions), including book, media, serials, and
electronic holdings cataloging. Possess a demonstrated ability to work
independently as well as collaboratively with diverse constituents. Must have
effective oral, written and interpersonal communication skills. Ability to plan
and implement routines and processes that ensure the efficient and effective
completion of acquisition and other technical services projects; Experience
with cataloging digital resources; Experience with outsourcing cataloging; Working
knowledge of metadata standards; Familiarity with Ex Libris Voyager;
Familiarity with RDA and FRBR sufficient to guide staff in transitioning to
these new standards; Familiarity with current and emerging metadata standards
and schema including MARCXML, Dublin Core, MODS, and METS; Experience in
collection development and assessment all preferred.
Responsibilities:
Serves as a project manager for monographic acquisitions; cataloging materials
in all subjects, formats and languages; explores and integrates appropriate
emerging technologies into cataloging practices; managing authority control;
taking part in the planning, implementation and configuration of the ILS as it
pertains to cataloging functions and public display; takes part in projects to
assess and maintain University Libraries’ Collections. Participates in
state-wide, regional and university level professional groups. Any other
special duties assigned by the Director of Technical Services.
Application Deadline:
October 15, 2010
To Apply: Please
Visit murraystatejobs.com
Women and minorities
are encouraged to apply. Murray State University is an equal education and
employment opportunity, M/F/D, AA employer.
We look forward to hearing
from you,
Ryan
O. Weir
Asst. Professor
Director of Technical Services and Electronic Resources
224 Waterfield Library
Murray State University
Murray, KY 42071
Phone: (270) 809-5607
Fax: (270) 809-5609
Twitter @ebrarian2020