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Date: Fri, 7 Nov 1997 08:03:59 EST
From: Carol Magenau <Carol.Magenau@DARTMOUTH.EDU>
Subject: Position available: Dartmouth College Library

ASSISTANT BIBLIOGRAPHIC CONTROL SERVICES LIBRARIAN

Dartmouth College Library
Hanover, New Hampshire

Dartmouth College Library seeks an experienced catalog librarian to serve as
Assistant Bibliographic Control Services Librarian.

RESPONSIBILITIES:  Reporting to the Bibliographic Control Services
Librarian, the incumbent manages cataloging processes and creates catalog
records for a wide variety of materials in many languages, subjects, and
formats.  Designs and implements procedures to integrate remotely accessed
and locally maintained electronic information resources into the catalog.
As a member of the department's management team, provides assistance and
leadership to a staff of seven Bibliographic Control Specialists in the
creation of original and complex copy cataloging records in many
languages, subjects and formats.  Interprets current cataloging rules and
standards for the staff.  Designs and executes initial and on-going
cataloging training programs for the staff.  Provides leadership in
serials cataloging issues.  Works with staff throughout Collection
Services in the design and documentation of local bibliographic and
authority control policies and procedures.  Participates in planning and
decision making for the department, and, through service on library
committees, in a variety of other library operations.

THE COLLEGE AND THE LIBRARY:  The Dartmouth College Library is a system of
nine libraries, each housing collections in specific subject areas, and
serving undergraduate and graduate programs in the College of Arts and
Sciences, the Tuck School of Business Administration, the Thayer School of
Engineering, and the Dartmouth Medical School. The Library collection
includes over 2 million printed volumes, 21,000 journal subscriptions, 2.3
million microforms, 67,000 audiovisual titles, and 164,000 maps.  In
addition, the library offers access to over 1000 electronic journals and
more than 400 networked databases.  The Library is a member of the
Association of Research Libraries and the Research Libraries Group.
Dartmouth College is an innovative, technologically sophisticated
environment with extensive local computing resources.

QUALIFICATIONS:  ALA-accredited MLS.  Minimum of 3 years post-MLS
cataloging experience in an academic or research library.  Demonstrated
knowledge of current cataloging rules, standards and formats.
Demonstrated competence in the use of an integrated library system, an
online bibliographic utility (OCLC, RLIN) and networked cataloger's
workstations, and an understanding of the interfaces between each of these
tools.  Reading knowledge of two foreign languages; European languages
preferred.  Familiarity with current trends in cataloging, especially
those related to electronic information resources. Demonstrated team-based
communication and problem-solving skills, as well as interpersonal and
written communication skills.  Experience in cataloging serials,
electronic resources, or non-book formats is highly desirable.

SALARY & BENEFITS:  Rank and salary commensurate with experience and
qualifications, with a minimum salary of $32,500 for Librarian II; full
benefits package including 22 vacation days, comprehensive health
insurance, TIAA/CREF, and relocation assistance.

APPLICATIONS:  Applications received by December 15, 1997 will be given
first consideration; applications will be considered until the position is
filled. Send resume to:

Phyllis E. Jaynes
Director of User Services
115 Baker Library
Hanover, NH 03755-3525

Dartmouth College is an AA, EEO, M/F employer.
Minority candidates are encouraged to apply.

<http://www.dartmouth.edu/~library/>