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Date: Fri, 19 Nov 1999 13:44:32 -0600
From: Teri Koch <teri.koch@drake.edu>
Subject: Resource Description Librarian (Drake Univ) - JOB VACANCY
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Coordinator, Resource Description and Materials Management Drake University, Cowles Library
Cowles Library and Drake: The Cowles Library of Drake University is in the
process of positioning itself for the delivery of library services in the
21st century. The library strategic plan calls for an ambitious
development of library programs in five distinct areas, including:
marketing services to Drake constituents; integration of information
literacy into the new Drake Curriculum; balanced development of
collections, with an increasing emphasis on electronica; development of
WWW access tools; and, implementation of a new learning organizational
model. The staff of nine librarians, and fourteen operational staff work
in a highly interactive and collegial environment, with a strong focus on
mission and service. Librarians at Drake hold faculty rank, and
participate in campus governance. For more information about Drake
University visit the web site: http://www.drake.edu/ Responsibilities:
The library seeks an experienced professional to lead the operations of
the cataloging and materials management functions. This individual will
have a solid cataloging background in a variety of formats, and will be
able to provide leadership in the application of emerging cataloging
standards and trends, particularly regarding web based resources and other
forms of electronica. This individual will also be responsible for
coordinating the processing of materials in all formats and of their
effective access. This individual will report to the Director, Operations
and Systems and will serve on both the libraries management and operations
councils, and will be a member of the Bibliographic Management Operations
Group (Collection Development & Acquisitions and Resource Description &
Materials Management). Will participate in selection activities along
with librarians and teaching faculty. Qualifications: Required: MLS
from an ALA-accredited institution; minimum of three years of professional
experience in cataloging, including some experience with non-print
materials; demonstrated knowledge of emerging cataloging standards and of
their application in an academic library setting; working knowledge of
current national cataloging standards (e.g., AACR2, Library of Congress
Rule Interpretations, LCSH, LC classification, USMARC formats);
experience with a national bibliographic utility (prefer OCLC); and a
local automated system (prefer DRA); demonstrated leadership qualities
with ability to motivate and instruct; excellent oral and written
communication skills; demonstrated problem-solving skills; strong
planning and project management skills; ability to work in an organization
that is evolving, team-oriented, and focused on service enhancements and
outcomes.
Preferred: Teaching experience and subject advanced degree highly
desirable; record of professional involvement and productivity.
Compensation and Rank: Appointment salary will be competitive; salary and
appointment rank commensurate with qualifications, experience, and record
of professional accomplishment, pending final budget approval. Available:
Applications received by February 1st, 2000 will receive priority review.
Application Process: A full position description is available at
http://www.drake.edu/lib/job.html Applicants are invited to submit a
letter addressing position qualifications and experience, along with a
complete vitae, and contact information for three references to:
Rod Henshaw
Dean, Cowles Library Drake University 2507 University Avenue
Des Moines, Iowa, 50311
EEO/AA/M/F/D/V
Teri Koch
Chair, Search Committee
teri.koch@drake.edu
