Manager of Bibliographic Operations
Thomas J. Watson Library, The Metropolitan Museum of Art
The Manager of Bibliographic Operations is a senior management position that
works in close collaboration with the Chief Librarian and unit heads to
coordinate the technical services operations of the library. This position's
primary responsibility is management of all technical service functions
including: ensuring smooth and efficient work flow; establishing cataloging
policy and practices within the context of national standards and in
collaboration and consultation with other library staff; strategic planning
and the implementation of new technologies for technical services
applications. This position serves on the library's management group, plays
a leadership role in developing policies and procedures relating to
cataloging and related bibliographic control functions, and works with the
Chief Librarian and management group to shape the vision of library services
and to determine strategies to achieve it. The Head of Bibliographic
Operations reports to the Chief Librarian and directly supervises nine
librarians.
Qualifications: MLS with a minimum of six years of progressively responsible
technical and managerial experience in a research library. Demonstrated
leadership and human resources skills. Ability to work cooperatively with
and coordinate the efforts of colleagues across departments. Knowledge of
current cataloging practices, including AACR2R, LC Subject Headings, USMARC
formats and authority control. Experience with RLIN and an integrated
library system, preferably Innovative, are essential. Commitment to
fostering the professional development of all library personnel. Experience
coordinating the activities of a technical services operation. Experience
with budget preparation, planning and grant writing. Strong customer
service orientation. Working knowledge of one foreign language is
desirable. Art library experience or a background in fine arts is preferred.
The Thomas J. Watson Library is the research library of The Metropolitan
Museum of Art. With holdings of 450,000 volumes, 2,500 current periodical
subscriptions and extensive electronic resources, Watson Library is one of
the most comprehensive collections in the world for the history of art.
There is a total staff of 45, including 16 librarians.
Please mail letter of application and resume to: The Metropolitan Museum of
Art, Department of Human Resources TS, 1000 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY
10028-0198
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