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Date: Wed, 19 Oct 1994 08:26:41 CST
From: JoAnn Stefani <ULJHS%UMSVM.bitnet@uvmvm.uvm.edu>

POSITION OPENINGS; UNIVERSITY OF MISSISSIPPI LIBRARIES;
in response to the recent implementation of the Innovative
Interfaces system, the University of Mississippi Libraries seek two
creative, flexible individuals to join our technical services team.
Both positions are available at the entry level, and both require a
desire to learn on the job, and grow into additional responsibilities.
These are faculty-rank, tenure-track appointments, and include all the
rights and responsibilities associated with that status.  Other
requirements include: an ALA-accredited MLS, strong communication skills
(both written and oral), strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to
work without close supervision in a team environment.  Standard
familiarity with OCLC, MARC formats, LCSH, and cataloging in an
automated environment are also required.
SERIALS LIBRARIAN: Responsible for original cataloging of serials
(including periodicals and continuations), and database maintenance
of serial records.  Oversees serials copy cataloging and union listing.
Reports to the Technical Services Team Leader.  Coordinates work of at
least one support staff member, but will function as part of the overall
technical services group, and so will have extensive contact with other
professionals and staff in technical services.  Preferred
qualifications: Academic library technical services experience,
familiarity with French and/or German, background in serials,
familiarity with technical services modules of Innovative Interfaces or
another major integrated library system.
NON-BOOK CATALOGER/PRESERVATION LIBRARIAN: Responsible for original and
copy cataloging of music, audio-visual and other non-book, monographic
formats, including material to be housed in Special Collections and the
Blues Archive.  Will also be responsible for coordinating preservation
efforts within technical services.  Preferred qualifications: Academic
library technical services experience, familiarity with one or more
Romance languages (i.e. French or Italian), and/or German, familiarity
with cataloging on Innovative Interfaces or another major integrated
library system.  Bachelor's degree in muic or coursework relevant to
the position is also desirable.

Founded in 1848, the University is located in Oxford, a cultural center
and historic town located in North Mississippi, approximately one hour
south of Memphis.  The Univesity Libraries are members of OCLC, SOLINET,
the Center for Research Libraries, and the Coalition for Networked
Information.  Library collections comprise over 760,000 volumes and
6,400 journal subscriptions, a regional depository for United States
Government publications, three branch libraries, and notable special
collections on the American South.  A $.3.3 million budget and 54
library and staff service 11,000 students and over 500 faculty. The
libraries are undergoing a $15 million building expansion/renovation.

APPLICATION PROCESS: Applications should include a letter of interest,
curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of
three references.  Review of applications will begin December 2 and
continue until the position is filled.  Nominations and applications
should be sent to: Diane J. Graves, Associate Dean of Libraries, J.D.
Williams Library, The Univesity of Mississippi, Univesity, MS 38677.
The University of Mississippi is an AA/ADA,EOE.