Position:
Technical Services Librarian
The Bard Graduate Center Library
Organization:
The Bard Graduate Center for Studies in the Decorative Arts, Design,
and Culture - a graduate school of Bard College - offers MA
and Ph. D. programs. Courses address various aspects of the decorative
arts, design, and cultural history of Western Europe and North America
as well as of Central and Eastern Europe, Asia, Latin America, and
Africa. The library collection comprises approximately 33,000 volumes
of monographs, rare books, and bound periodicals. The library
subscribes to nearly 200 periodicals. The staff is made up of 3
professionals, 1 library assistant, and student employees.
This position reports to the Chief Librarian.
Position Summary:
Responsible for planning and coordinating library's technical services
activities, original and copy cataloging monographic and serial
materials in all formats and variety of languages, working with
technical support to maintain smooth daily operation of the library
systems. Assists with bibliographic and technology related
instruction, regular reference work required. Establishes policies
and procedures for special projects in consultation with the Chief
Librarian. Works closely with librarians and library staff in
planning library-wide operations and programs. Will be expected to
have a variety of responsibilities as required due to the library's
small staff size such as train staff on specific projects. The
institution is interested in continuing its participation in NAF
(through ArtNACO) and SCIPIO.
Qualifications:
ALA accredited MLS; a minimum of 2 years of recent cataloging
experience; thorough knowledge of cataloging principles and procedures
including AACR2, USMARC formats, LCSH, authority control, and LC
classification; good computer skills. Experience with RLIN and
automated library systems (Innovative Interfaces preferred) is
essential. Background in art history or art library experience is
desired, as well as working knowledge of 2 foreign languages.
Screening begins immediately, applications will be considered until
position filled. Send letter of application, resume, and 3 references
(no fax or email) to: Greta Earnest; The Bard Graduate Center; 18 West
86th Street; New York, NY; 10024
The Bard Graduate Center is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes
applications from individuals who will contribute to its diversity
AA/EOE.
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