2 Cataloger Openings
Stanford University Libraries seeks to fill 2 outstanding positions in our
Catalog Department, 1 in Humanities and PLAC (Program for Latin American
Cataloging) and 1 in Social Sciences and Government Documents. The goal of
these positions is to accommodate dynamic needs of collection development
and to fulfill the Library's commitment to participate in cooperative
programs. Emphasis is placed on professional judgment and broad subject
interest, both intra- and extra-mural.
We'll rely on you to perform original cataloging of materials according to
AACR2 cataloging rules and local department policies and procedures and
participate in the NACO and BIBCO programs as appropriate in support of
Catalog Department objectives. You'll track and participate in national
cataloging developments related to the material, supervise the work of the
paraprofessional assigned to the subject area, and contribute to the
intellectual and research environment of Stanford University through active
participation on committees, communication with relevant curators, and
awareness and sensitivity to use of OPAC metadata by University patrons.
These opportunities require familiarity with cataloging procedures and
principles as defined in AACR2, the MARC bibliographic format, and the
holdings and authorities formats and a Master's degree in Library Science
from an ALA-accredited institution, or its recognized equivalent.
(Applicants currently enrolled in a graduate library or information science
program will be considered.) You'll also need an interest in emerging
technologies that affect future cataloging developments, a high level of
proficiency using PC-based applications (Windows, word processing,
spreadsheets) and other computer applications (email, Internet, Integrated
Library Systems), and excellent analytical, problem solving and
communication skills. Ability to work independently and as a team member
in a dynamic environment on a variety of simultaneous workflows, while
leading and supervising others in a positive and constructive fashion, and
constant accuracy and attention to detail while maintaining a high level of
productivity are essential.
The Humanities and PLAC cataloger will need advanced knowledge of Spanish
and an interest in Humanities and Latin American studies. Desire candidate
with working knowledge of other modern, Western European languages (German
and Portuguese preferred). The Social Sciences and Government Documents
Cataloger will need advanced knowledge of al least 1 modern Western
European language (German preferred) and interest in social sciences and
government studies. Desire candidate with working knowledge of other
modern, Western European languages.
A letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses, e-mail
addresses, and telephone numbers of 3 references should be submitted to:
Joanna K. Dyla, MARC Unit, Catalog Dept., Stanford University Libraries,
Stanford, CA 94305-6004. Applications will be reviewed beginning May 1,
2001, and will be accepted until the positions are filled. For information
about these and other positions, see us on the web at
http://www-sul.stanford.edu/depts/humres/job.html.
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