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Subject: Map cataloger position available
Date: Tue, 10 Oct 2006 08:35:10 -0700
From: Mary Larsgaard <[log in to unmask]>
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Organization: UCSB Map & Imagery Lab, Library
To: Maps and Air Photo Systems Forum <[log in to unmask]>
A friend who works at Yale just
sent this on to me.
Position: Catalog Librarian for Maps
Catalog Department
Yale University Library
Rank: Librarian II-IV
THE UNIVERSITY AND THE LIBRARY
The University Library, which is a highly valued partner in teaching and
research at the University, has more than 12.5 million volumes housed in
the Sterling Memorial Library and 21 school and departmental libraries.
It employs a dynamic and innovative staff of nearly 600 FTE who have the
opportunity to work with 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 a rapidly expanding network of electronic resources,
constitutes one of Yale's distinctive strengths. The Library is engaged
in numerous digital initiatives designed to provide access to a full
array of scholarly information. Yale is a member of the Program for
Cooperative Cataloging and contributes to the NACO and BIBCO Programs.
The Yale Map Collection
The Yale Map collection, housed in Sterling Memorial Library, is one of
the country's outstanding collections, holding more than 200,000 sheet
maps and 3,000 atlases, including 11,000 rare maps. While its coverage
is international, the Collection has extraordinary strengths in maps of
North America, particularly the area that is not the United States. The
Collection's interests are both historical and contemporary, print and
non-print, with an established program to enhance its growth and access
through effective acquisitions, cataloging, preservation, security, and
user services.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the general direction of the History and Social Science Team
Leader, and working closely with the Curator of the Map Collection,
provides original cataloging for a wide range of print and manuscript
maps, with an emphasis on rare maps. Descriptive cataloging is
performed in accordance with national standards and the requirements of
Yale's local on-line Voyager system. Other responsibilities include
keeping abreast of revisions in cataloging rules and trends, training
and revising the work of other librarians and catalog assistants, and
resolving cataloging problems for support staff. Librarians
participate actively in the Library's management, assessment, training,
and development programs, contribute to implementing the mission of the
Library, and keep active professionally.
QUALIFICATIONS
Master's Degree from an ALA-accredited library science program and two
years professional cataloging experience and professional
accomplishments. Strong reading knowledge of one or more European
languages. Subject background in history, geography, cartography or
geosciences. Sound knowledge of AACR2, Library of Congress rule
interpretations, Library of Congress subject analysis, the Library of
Congress Map Cataloging Manual, and MARC formats for books and maps.
Working familiarity with OCLC and/or RLIN. Experience cataloging in an
integrated library system. Experience with either modern or rare maps
and a familiarity with metadata schemes for geospatial data and
cartographic materials are preferred. Knowledge of current trends and
best practices in GIS services is desirable.
Strong analytical, problem solving, and academic research skills.
Excellent oral and written communication skills. Proficient computer
skills, including experience with Windows, Mac, or other computer
platform hardware and software as needed to perform library functions.
Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail.
Demonstrated ability to work well independently and with others in a
rapidly changing and demanding environment.
Appointment at the Librarian III level requires a minimum of five years
relevant professional library experience in areas of cataloging and
processing cartographic material as well as professional
accomplishments. Appointment at Librarian IV requires eight years
relevant professional library experience in areas of cataloging and
processing cartographic material as well as exceptional professional
accomplishments.
Offer is contingent upon successful completion of a background check.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Competitive salary will be based upon the successful candidate's
qualifications and experience. Full benefits package including 22
vacation days; 18 holiday, recess and personal days; comprehensive
health care; TIAA/CREF or Yale retirement plan; and relocation
assistance. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
To be considered, complete Yale's on-line application and provide a
cover letter and resume including the names of three professional
references at
<https://apps.business.yale.edu/oja/index.jsp>https://apps.business.yale.edu/oja/index.jsp.
Questions regarding application and/or job description may be directed
via email to <mailto:[log in to unmask]>[log in to unmask] Please be
sure to reference Source Code EAYU14971.
Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Mary Lynette Larsgaard
Director, Map Library
Assistant Head, Map and Imagery Laboratory
Davidson Library
University of California, Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara CA 93106-9010
USA
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voice: 805/893-4049; 2779, reference desk
fax: 805/893-8799
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