American University Library seeks a full-time Serials Record Specialist in
the Serials Department.  Self-direction, attention to detail, and good
communication and follow-up skills are essential.

The Serials Record Specialist (SRS) is responsible for maintaing a check-in
database of about 3,000 titles.  The Serials Record Specialist checks-in
about 30,000 issues per year and 20,000 pieces of microfiche, and generates
and follows-up on 1,600 claims per year.  The SRS uses Innopac (soon
Voyager) extensively every day, QuattroPro for statistics, and the Internet
to send claims.  Duties also include collecting mail from the receiving
room, opening and sorting it; identifying title changes, changes in
frequency and numbering and updating the individual records to maintain the
accuracy of the predictive check-in system; and assisting with departmental
tasks as needed.

Required Qualifications: Two years of college OR an equivalent combination
of education and related experience that demonstrates the necessary skills
and abilities for the position.  Experience using computers in applications
such as word processing, database management, and spreadsheets.  Ability to
work with minimal supervision after initial training.  Accuracy and
attention to detail (in print and on screen) essential.

Preferred:  One year of library experience, preferably working with
periodicals.  Knowledge of Innopac and/or other automated library systems.
Good command of the English language; ability to distinguish among foreign
languages.  Internet navigating skills.  Ability to recognize and solve
problems.  Strong service orientation.  Strong organizational, interpersonal
and communication skills.

Generous benefits package includes tuition remission;  medical and dental
plans; retirement plan; 12 sick days per year; 12 vacation days per year, 15
vacation days after three years.  Visit our Human Resources website for more
details at    http://www.hr.american.edu/bensum.HTML
The wage is $10.56/hour.  The work week is 35 hours.

American University, incorporated in 1893, offers a wide range of
undergraduate and graduate programs, many with international focus, to over
11,000 students.  Its proximity to centers of politics, justice, world
affairs, communication, science, business, and art in Washington, D.C.,
enhances the learning environment.  The University Library serves the
University through a collection of over 670,000 volumes, 23 library faculty,
51 full time staff plus over 150 student assistants, and a budget of over
$5.2 million.  The University is an active member of the Washington Research
Library Consortium with a shared Endeavor client system that includes an
online public catalog and numerous bibliographic databases and a document
delivery option.

Application Procedures
Pick up an application in Recruitment & Staff Development or call (202)
885-2591 to have one sent or faxed to you.
     Complete one application for each position to which you are applying.
     Return completed application to our office:

          American University
          Recruitment & Staff Development
          4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
          Washington, D.C. 20016-8055
          Fax (202) 885-2558

The American University is an AA/EEO University committed to a diverse
student body, faculty and staff.  Minority and women candidates are
encourgaged to apply.

--------------
This notice was submitted by Mark Hemhauser.  Do NOT contact me for
additional information.  Contact Human Resources at the number ABOVE.  Thank
you.

Mark Hemhauser
AMERICAN UNIVERSITY LIBRARY--SERIALS DEPT.
4400 MASSACHUSETTS AVE., NW
WASHINGTON, DC  20016-8046

mh8498a@american.edu
202-885-3247
202-885-1080 (fax)