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Date: Thu, 18 Nov 1999 13:53:58 -0500
From: Kim Maxwell <kmaxwell@MIT.EDU>
Subject: Job Posting: Serials Acquisitions Assistant, MIT Libraries

MIT Libraries
Cambridge, Massachusetts

SERIALS ACQUISITIONS ASSISTANT
DESCRIPTION:
Under the general supervision of the Assistant Librarian for Serials
Acquisitions, the Serials Assistant will plan and perform complex library
duties, including receiving, claiming, processing, and dispersing of
serials materials.  Interpret and input data from a variety of sources;
create and maintain online serials records.  Exercise initiative and
judgment in performing bibliographic and invoice problem solving,
incorporating various databases and Web resources. Communicate extensively
with Libraries' staff, vendors, and publishers. Keep statistics, sort
incoming mail.  Undertake special projects.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Ability to work both independently, and as part of a team, within a
changing work environment.  An aptitude for accurate, detail-oriented,
quantitative work is essential.  Demonstrated organizational, analytical,
communication (both written and oral), and interpersonal skills
required.  Experience with PC technology, including Windows, and solid
keyboarding skills required.  Must be able to lift and carry boxes, and
load and push book carts. Previous library experience, particularly in an
academic or university setting, strongly preferred. Knowledge of
bibliographic components, serials publishing, automated systems, and at
least one foreign language preferred.

HIRING SALARY AND BENEFITS:
$22,500-$25,444; actual salary will depend on experience.  Position is 35
hours per week.  MIT offers a competitive benefits package, including
tuition assistance, choice of health plans, dental plan, and a generous
retirement package.  MIT is a smoke-free campus.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:
Position available immediately and will be filled expeditiously. Apply
online at http://web.mit.edu/personnel/www/resume.htm and include your
cover letter, resume, and names and contact information for three current
references.  Please refer to job ad 99-1009GC.

MIT is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community
and particularly encourages applications from qualified women and ethnic
minority candidates.

________________________________________
Kim Maxwell
Serials Acquisitions Librarian
MIT Libraries, Room 14E-210
77 Massachusetts Ave.
Cambridge, MA 02139-4307
phone: 1-617-253-7028
fax:   1-617-253-2464
email: kmaxwell@mit.edu