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Dear colleagues,
I am pleased to announce the following job opportunity in the Yale University
Library.
Thank you.
Max Marmor, head
Arts Library
Yale
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Visual Media Cataloger 1: Visual Resources Collection, Arts Library, Yale
University
Salary Grade: 23
Duration: Fixed duration, 2 years from date of hire (possibility of
extension)
Schedule/shift: Weekdays M-F; 8:30-5:00 (flexible hours)
The University and the Library
The University Library, which is a highly valued partner in teaching and
research at the University, has more than 10.5 million volumes housed in the
Sterling Memorial Library and 16 school and departmental libraries. It employs
a dynamic and innovative staff of nearly 600 FTE who have the highest caliber
of faculty and students, participate on committees and are involved in other
areas of staff development. A full spectrum of library resources, from rare
books and manuscripts to rapidly expanding network of electronic resources,
constitutes one of Yale's distinctive strengths. The Library is engaged in
numerous ambitious projects such as the renovation of the main library
building, the complete retrospective conversion of the Library's catalog, and
various automation projects, which include network access to scholarly
information and preservation imaging.
General purpose
Under the general supervision of the Arts Librarian, the Visual Materials
Cataloger creates, enhances, and maintains cataloging records at a
Windows-based cataloger's workstation for a wide range of multimedia objects,
including especially digital and analog images in the fields of the visual and
dramatic arts, architecture and urban planning, and material culture, for the
Arts Library's digital image library development projects, especially the
Imaging America project. Works in close collaboration with the Visual
Resources
Curator (Arts Library) and the Chief Catalog Librarian and Head Catalog
Department (Sterling Memorial Library).
Provides descriptive cataloging in a Visual Resources cataloging database
(presently in FilemakerPro) according to national and local standards and the
requirements of Yale's local online system. Keeps abreast of developments in
cataloging trends in the Visual Resources field and applies new standards,
interpretations, and techniques as appropriate. Assigns subject headings and
other access points based on Library of Congress, Art and Architecture
Thesaurus, Union List of Artist Names and other standards, and local practice.
Creates authority records for local use. May assist the VR Curator in
implementing changes to the library's image cataloging protocols. May train
and
revise the work of students, cataloging assistants, and other librarians.
Contributes to implementing the mission of the Library and is expected to be
active professionally. Performs similar duties as assigned or required.
Qualifications
MLS from an ALA-accredited library science program or a graduate degree in the
history of art or a related discipline. One year relevant professional
experience in the Visual Resources field. Familiarity with the VRA Core image
cataloging standard, VR professional practices for the description, cataloging
and classification of images of cultural heritage materials, AAT, ULAN, TGN.
Preferred: familiarity with AACR2, Library of Congress rule interpretations
and
subject heading practice, and MARC format. Strong reading knowledge of two or
more European languages. Strong communication and analytical skills.
Ability to
work independently and with others. Ability to excel in a rapidly-changing
automated team environment. Strong computer skills, including experience with
personal computer hardware and software, bibliographic services such as RLIN
and OCLC, and network-based tools desirable.
Salary & Benefits
Salary will be based upon the successful candidate's qualifications and
experience. Full benefits package including 22 vacationd days; 17 holiday
recess and personal days; comprehensive healthcare; TIAA/CREF or Yale
retirement plan; and relocation assistance. Applications will be accepted
until
the position is filled. For immediate consideration send or fax your scannable
letter of application, resume and the names of three references to Diane Y.
Turner, Director, Library Human Resources; Source Code EAYU8441; P.O. Box
208240, New Haven, CT 06520; Fax (203)432-1806.
Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
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