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FOLLETT AUDIOVISUAL RESOURCES (FAR)

AUDIOVISUAL CATALOGER

RESPONSIBILITIES
Performs original cataloging of audiovisual materials in English and
foreign languages, in accordance with FAR and standard library
cataloging practices,  in Follett's MegaMARC cataloging utility for any
and/or all of the following formats:
VHS - both educational materials and feature films - 50 % of current
workload
DVDs
Audiocassettes - both spoken word and music
Compact Discs - both spoken word and music
CD-ROMs
Kits - generally read-along books with cassettes or CDs
Laser Discs

Provides customization of bibliographic records and classification,
using ANSCR, Dewey and/or LC class,  to meet the needs of specific
library customers.

Assists in daily supervision of at least one paraprofessional staff
member.

REQUIREMENTS

M.L.S. from ALA accredited library and information sciences program

Working knowledge of AACR2, 1998 revision; LCRI; MARC 21; LC and LCAC
subject headings; Sears Subject Headings; Dewey Decimal Classification
and/or ANSCR and/or LC classification; familiarity with name/series and
subject authority files and the Subject Cataloging Manual

Experience in cataloging in an online environment.

Demonstrated excellence in written and oral communication skills.

Ability to work productively, both independently and as part of a group
of professional catalogers, with minimal supervision.

PREFERRED

One or more years experience cataloging audiovisual materials

Familiarity with Cataloger's Desktop and Dewey for Windows

Curiosity about the world in which we live, familiarity with music in
any/all genres, understanding of the varied needs of school, public and
academic libraries, ability to "shift gears" as departmental needs
change
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In addition to the above, there is also a second position.

CATALOGING SUPERVISOR

Performs all duties as described for the Audiovisual Cataloger.

Provides leadership in the understanding and interpretation of FAR and
industry cataloging and classification policies.

Reviews and revises bibliographic records created by FAR's West Coast
staff members, or develops a plan for this review and revision in
concert with the Director of Cataloging.

Assists in the interviewing and hiring of additional and/or replacement
staff, as requested by the Director of Cataloging.

Provides training for new staff members in established cataloging and
classification conventions as practiced by Follett Audiovisual
Resources, and updates staff with policy changes as they are
implemented.

Oversees the daily operations of the cataloging staff in the West Coast
office in accordance with FAR policies and procedures, including work
assignments and receipt/return of materials from/to the Crystal Lake,
Illinois facility.

Assists with the preparation of both probationary and annual performance
appraisals, upon the request of the Director of Cataloging.

COMPENSATION
Salary negotiable - commensurate with experience/qualifications.

Excellent health and dental insurance; Life, accident and long-term
disability insurance; Flexible spending plan; 401K plan; Charity
matching program; Tuition reimbursement for qualifying course work;
Flexible working schedule

APPLICATION
For more information stop by booth #340 at the California Library
Association conference (Nov. 3-5, 2001), or send a resume and letter of
application to:

Alyssa Resnick
Follett Audiovisual Resources
6101 W. Centinela Ave. Suite 377
Culver City, CA 90230

310-216-6392 telephone
310-216-6395 fax
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