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----------------------------Original message---------------------------- The Mayer Library of the Dallas Museum of Art is seeking a Reference Librarian for a busy 30,000 volume art library in downtown Dallas' Arts District. Mayer Library staff consists of 3 full-time professionals (Head of Libraries, Reference Librarian, Library Cataloger), assisted by many part-time volunteers. Applicant must be able to work as part of a team in this friendly, but often fast-paced environment. Adaptability and flexibility are a must. Position: Reference Librarian Reports to: Head of Libraries Department: Mayer Library Date: Available Immediately PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Primary responsibility (approximately 80%-85% of workload): Provide reference services to staff and the public, in-person, by phone, mail and e-mail. 2. Conduct periodic library orientation sessions for new staff, new docents, and area teachers and students. 3. Oversee library stack maintenance. 4. Manage library exchange program. (Process museum publications received from other libraries, and organize distribution of DMA publications to other libraries.) 5. Responsible for some library volunteer training and project supervision. 6. Research and write bibliographies for upcoming exhibitions (approx. 4 times a year). ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: --Maintain library circulation files. --Keep records of reference, circulation and shelving statistics. --Assist Manager of Libraries with pre-order searching for new acquisitions. --Create small displays for the library's exhibit case (approx. 4-5 times a year). --Write user guides for library's electronic resources. --Other special projects and miscellaneous duties, as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: * MLS from an ALA-accredited program. * BA in Art History or related field. * Library reference experience or extensive experience interacting with the public. * Reading knowledge of at least one major European language, preferably French or German. * Experience with computers and database searching. * Excellent written and oral communication skills. * Able to work a Tuesday through Saturday schedule during the academic semester with evening hours on Thursdays until 7:00 p.m. ________________________________________________________________________ Entry-level salary + full benefits Please send cover letter and resume with names, addresses and phone numbers of three references by May 22, 1998 to: Darin Marshall, Head of Libraries Dallas Museum of Art 1717 N. Harwood Dallas, TX 75201