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Date: Fri, 19 Nov 1999 14:42:04 -0600
From: "Chressanthis, June" <jchressanthis@LIBRARY.MSSTATE.EDU>
Subject: Job posting - Serials Cataloger, Miss. State Univ.

POSITION VACANCY - Mississippi State University Libraries - Serials
Cataloger

The Mississippi State University Libraries seek applications for an
Assistant Professor level position of Serials Cataloger.  Duties include
contributing to the development of a virtual research database by performing
original and copy cataloging of serials representing all levels of
difficulty, all subjects and languages, and all formats according to AACR2
1998 rev., LCRIs, LCSH, LC classification, and  MARC formats.  Performs
authority work on names and series in accordance with local and national
standards.  Solves problems arising from obsolete or incorrect information
appearing in bibliographic and holdings records.  Provides input for
establishing serial cataloging policies and procedures.  Assists serial unit
paraprofessional staff in problem solving.  Participates in and leads
special projects as needed.  Meets library and university requirements for
promotion and tenure in the areas of librarianship, research, service and
collegiality.  Works with one or more academic units on campus in the
capacity of subject bibliographer.  Serves as a Cataloging Department
resource person concerning serial cataloging related issues.  Keeps current
on revisions to cataloging rules and trends in cataloging practices.  Brings
revisions and trends to the attention of the Coordinator of Cataloging and
assists in the implementation of the changes in the department.  Evaluates
the potential use of new services and technologies as requested.  Performs
other duties as assigned.  Reports to the Coordinator of Cataloging.

QUALIFICATIONS - Required: MLS from an ALA-accredited program.  Cataloging
course work beyond the core or introductory level.  Experience with an
automated library system and a bibliographic utility.  High level of
familiarity with computers and Windows NT.  Must have strong analytical and
organizational skills as well as effective interpersonal, collegial and
communication skills (both oral and written).  Must be able to set and
adjust priorities and workflow in a dynamic and changing environment and
accept new challenges in order to realize departmental and library goals.
Must demonstrate the ability to work independently as well as part of a team
emphasizing a good balance between quality and productivity.  Continuing
commitment to professional development and growth.  Preferred: Familiarity
with DRA and OCLC.  Knowledge of serials cataloging (print and electronic).
Familiarity with USMARC format for holdings.  Reading knowledge of at least
one foreign language and a second master's degree.

ENVIRONMENT: The Technical Services Department is led by the Associate Dean
of Technical Services and consists of monographic and serials cataloging,
database maintenance, and monographic and serials acquisitions.  The
Cataloging Department is committed to creating timely, accurate and full
bibliographic access to library-provided resources.  This position works
closely with the Coordinator of Cataloging and with the other members of the
serials cataloging unit.  The serials cataloging unit is composed of one
additional professional and two paraprofessional staff members.  Mississippi
State University is a land grant institution and the largest state supported
university in Mississippi.  The university is located in Starkville,
Mississippi.

Benefits: Excellent benefits package.  Faculty rank, privileges and
responsibilities; 12-month appointment.

Rank/Salary: Assistant Professor, $30,000

Submit application, resume and cover letter with names, phone numbers,
addresses and email addresses of three current professional references to:
Ms. Debra Fairbrother, Administrative Assistant to the Dean,    Mississippi
State University Libraries, P.O. Box 5408, Mississippi State, MS 39762

Applications accepted until a suitable applicant is found.  For more
information on the Mississippi State University community, see the
university's website at http//:www.msstate.edu.  Mississippi State
University is an EEO/AA employer.
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June D. Chressanthis
Coordinator of Cataloging
Mississippi State University Libraries
P.O. Box 2365
Mississippi State, MS 39762
662-325-0548     662-325-2895 (fax)
jchressanthis@library.msstate.edu