The Serials Librarian is responsible for managing the library’s growing collection of over 2,500 print and electronic journals. The incumbent sets policy for selecting journals and works to increase the accessibility of the collection through migration to online format. The position supervises 1 FTE paraprofessional.
Deadline: None given
This position performs complex technical library tasks using specialized knowledge within the Washington State Library, Technical Services Program/Acquisitions Unit including: Receiving and physically processing all serials including newspapers, microfilm, journals, periodicals and standing order continuations; Monitoring order fulfillment and claims and verifying fiscal receipt. Authorizing invoices for payment for all serials and resolves any problems, questions or discrepancies; Processing claims for all orders, monographic and serial, resolving any problems, questions or discrepancies with vendors and Acquisitions Ordering Specialist; Performing complex copy cataloging for serial bibliographic records including title changes, using the AACR2 rules and MARC standards including MARC21 Holdings data. Applies concepts of bibliographic control including description, seriality, successive entry, sources, levels of enumeration, chronology, etc; Maintaining accurate and reliable serial records correctly defining the serial holdings of the Washington State Library including predictive patterns, special notes, and public catalog display; Working with the Acquisitions Supervisor to plan and implement changes to serial procedures and technology.
Deadline: Closing date is November 26, 2007.
New York Institute of Technology, Old Westbury campus, seeks an Electronic Resources Librarian to perform access, renewal and maintenance of print, e-journals, databases and other e-resources. The successful candidate will maintain and expand linking capabilities with services such as the serials solutions, article linker, e-journal locator and central search. He/she will also manage reports, claims and other serial functions, and migrate all paper processes into electronic formats. The Librarian will train new staff members, coordinate serials, process inter-library loans and document requests, and establish report results on databases.
Deadline: None given
The Georgia Tech Library and Information Center invites applications for an energetic, flexible, knowledgeable, and innovative professional to join the Collection Development Department as Electronic Collections Coordinator. The Collection Development Department, reporting to the Associate Director for Public Services, is responsible for: allocation and management of the Library’s materials budget; coordination of the collection development responsibilities of the 16 subject librarians; facilitating the migration from print to digital format; development and implementation of collection policies; development and use of statistical and other management reports to inform collection decisions; and participation in cooperative collection development initiatives at the state, regional and national levels.
Deadline: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and will be accepted until the position is filled.
Management within the seminary of the ILS and other software shared with the Hope College libraries, implementing new electronic resources and services, maintaining the library’s webpages, serving as library liaison with students in the Distance Learning M.Div. program, assisting the director in training patrons to use electronic resources.
Deadline: Preference will be given to those applying by November 15, 2007.
Search Extended. Samford University faculty position, non-tenure track. A full-time, twelve month position. The Serials Librarian is primarily responsible for managing procedures for the processing of periodicals, looseleaf services, newspapers, newsletters, and other continuations. The job does not require extensive technical services experience or a legal background.
Deadline: Open until filled
The Library, Information and Technology (LITS) unit of Mount Holyoke College invites applications for an individual with high technical competence, strong communication skills, an established background in library automation and electronic resources management, and the ability to work productively in a collaborative environment. The Electronic Resources and Systems Librarian will provide leadership and support for integrated library system (ALEPH) and all aspects of the acquisition and maintenance of electronic resources. The successful candidate will serve as liaison to the technical and public services and collection development departments of LITS and is expected to maintain awareness of developments in information technologies related to academic libraries.
Deadline: Open until filled
The Serials Acquisitions Librarian leads the Unit responsible for the acquisition and management of subscriptions and standing orders in both print and electronic formats. The Serials Acquisitions Librarian reports directly to the Head of Technical Services and supervises one librarian, two Library Specialist IIs, and two Library Specialists IIIs who are responsible for contacting vendors, placing orders, receiving/claims, and renewals, etc. The Serials Librarian will coordinate all work within the Unit and report directly to the Head of Technical Services.
Deadline: Applications will be reviewed until position is filled.
The University of California, Irvine Libraries seek an energetic and enthusiastic librarian for the position of Principal Serials Cataloger to provide leadership and expertise in the cataloging of serial publications. The position requires substantial knowledge of serials in all formats including print and electronic, and the ability to research, assess, and implement technology to promote successful serials management. Reporting to the Head of the Cataloging Department, the Principal Serials Cataloger manages and coordinates all serials cataloging and provides general oversight for the acquisitions, processing and cataloging of U.S. Federal Documents.
Deadline: Applications received by November 19, 2007 will receive first consideration, but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
The University of California, Davis, one of the nation’s top public research universities with an enrollment of approximately 30,000 students, seeks an Assistant/Associate University Librarian for Technical Services (AUL). Reporting to the University Librarian, the AUL fills a vital role on the senior management team and is responsible for a wide range of duties related to the management of the Library’s Technical Services Departments. The AUL serves as an advocate and as a resource person for innovative tools and technologies that support bibliographic control, acquisitions, metadata creation, and linking and maintenance of library collections in all formats. The successful candidate will possess experience in managing technical services within a large research or academic library, including experience with managing digital collections.
Deadline: None given