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Date: Tue, 14 Nov 2000 07:55:24 -0800
From: Yvonne Wei Zhang <ywzhang@CSUPOMONA.EDU>
Subject: Job ads. from Cal Poly Pomona

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Human Resource Services
3801 West Temple Avenue, Bldg. 98/Room B1-20
Pomona, CA 91768
Phone:  (909) 869-3733
24-Hour Job Line:  (909) 869-2100
Website:  http://www.csupomona.edu/~hrs

#00-AC-194 Library Assistant I
University Library, Bibliographic Access Services (BAS)
Full time, Probationary
Resume Required
$2,371 - $3,093 per month
Closing Date: 11/27/00

Under direction of the Monographs and Serials Coordinators, the Library
Assistant I will perform the following monograph and serial functions:
perform monograph cataloging such as verification of PromptCat titles,
including Library of Congress (DLC), Cataloging in Publication (CIP),
contributed copy including Internet resources; verify spelling, indicators
and access points affecting retrieval on OPAC and make appropriate
corrections; perform basic searching on OCLC for correct bibliographic
record; verify name, series, subject headings, call numbers, and
bibliographic description of each title to ensure access by library users;
download selected records onto the OCLC CATME+ software for new monograph
titles received; input bibliographic records including University Master's
Thesis/Projects into OPAC: review and verify request for ordering new
titles; research orders on OPAC to prevent duplicate orders; serve as
liaison person with vendors; assist with invoice approval and posting;
serve as backup for all rush orders including ordering, cataloging,
special handling and availability notification to patrons; create order
records for all special order purchases; resolve discrepancies on orders;
process added volumes to the OPAC; perform periodical check-in and record
receipt of periodical titles using the OPAC serial check-in module; verify
received titles to ensure match with bibliographic record; perform serials
check-ins (added volumes); HEGIS maintenance; create and review in INNOPAC
a periodical claim file for assigned HEGIS areas on a weekly basis; set up
new standing orders; sort, batch and distribute mail; and perform other
duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: Three years library clerical
assistant experience OR 2 years library clerical assistant experience with
2 years (60 units) of coursework OR 1 year library clerical assistant
experience with 4 years (120 units) of coursework OR completion of a
Library Assistant training program. Working knowledge of library
terminology, general bibliographic forms and structures, library computer
applications. Ability to work accurately with attention to detail; use
discretion in applying rules, regulations, and procedures; communicate
effectively using standard English; work cooperatively with others; use
wordprocessing equipment; read and write English at a level appropriate to
the position; ability to apply rules in accordance with policy,
regulations and procedures under varying circumstances; provide standard
information on library policies and procedures to library users.
Specialized Skills Desired: Experience in an academic library and
experience with monograph ordering; invoice approval and posting,
periodical/serial checkins and claims, Innovative Interface, Inc.
integrated library automation system, and OCLC CatME software. Basic
knowledge and understanding of monograph cataloging and ordering; working
knowledge of Anglo-American Cataloging Rules (AACR2); one year of hands-on
monographs cataloging experience; working knowledge of OCLC: good
organizational, analytical, and problem-solving abilities; accuracy and
flexibility; ability to work in a team environment and complete work
assignments within deadlines.