Please post the following position announcement:
http://www.stedwards.edu/hr/jobs/J04115.htm
J04115
Catalog Management Librarian
The Scarborough-Philips Library
The Scarborough-Philips Library at St. Edward's University seeks an
energetic, service-oriented librarian to provide leadership and expertise in
coordinating bibliographic access to all of the library's resources. The
successful candidate will have strong interpersonal skills, the ability to
work independently as well as with others, flexibility, organizational
skills, and the capability to work in an environment where decision-making
is a shared process.
Responsibilities
Establish the catalog as the database of choice by resolving authority
control problems,
and resolving cataloging/ILS problems and issues.
Enhance catalog usability by managing relationships among the ILS,
subscription agents, book vendors, and electronic resource management
systems, by managing projects related to the ILS, OPAC, and bibliographic
utilities.
Provide leadership in managing the bibliographic control of e-resources.
Provide original and complex cataloging for library items in all formats.
Supervise all copy cataloging, authority control, and related activities.
Regular rotation in reference services, including some evening and weekend
times,
Bibliographic instruction in rotation with the library faculty,
Collection development responsibilities for assigned subject areas,
Participation in the collegially-based management of the library.
Participation in library- and campus-wide activites,
Participation in regional and statewide library activities,
Maintain currency with standard and emerging cataloging issues.
The Catalog Manager reports to the Library Director. All librarians at St.
Edward's University enjoy faculty status and the opportunity for promotion
and tenure.
Qualifications
MLS from an ALA-accredited institution required.
At least two years' cataloging (professional or paraprofessional) experience
at a college or university library required.
Demonstrable proficiency in AACR2, MARC21, LCSH, LCC, MFHD, Dublin Core, and
electronic resource management tools required. Knowledge of XML, EAD, Conser
standards preferred.
Experience in decision-making, problem-solving, communication, working in a
collegial environment preferred.
Ability to assess and implement technologies preferred.
Supervisory experience preferred.
Experience in project management preferred.
Salary and Rank
Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications and experience at the
instructor or assistant professor level. The appointment is for an eleven
(11) month renewable contract.
About St. Edward's University
Founded in 1885 by the Congregation of Holy Cross, St. Edward's University
is a private, Catholic liberal arts institution of approximately 4,450
diverse students located in Austin, Texas. St. Edward's emphasizes critical
thinking and ethical practices, as well as small classes, personalized
learning and exciting internship opportunities. The community atmosphere
extends to the nearly 800 faculty and staff who work together to make the
university a welcoming yet challenging environment for students. It is an
exciting time to be part of the St. Edward's community, as the university
pursues an ambitious plan to be recognized as one of the best small
universities in the country.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the
position is filled. The position is available immediately. Applications must
include a letter of application, resume, and complete contact information
(including telephone and e-mail) for three professional references. Send
applications to: Catalog Manager Search Committee; Scarborough-Phillips
Library; St. Edward's University; Campus Mail Box 1037; 3001 South Congress
Avenue; Austin TX 78704-8492.
St. Edward's University is an equal opportunity employer and employs only US
citizens and documented workers.
Posted: 06/16/04
Available: immediately
Dr. Peter V. Picerno
Scarborough-Phillips Library
St. Edward's University
3001 South Congress Ave
Austin TX 78704-6489
512.464.8825
fax 512.448.8737
