-------- Original Message -------- Subject: Professional Opportunity - Science Librarian, Head of Technical Services Date: Mon, 15 Dec 2008 13:45:36 -0800 From: Reply-To: Organization: To: Science Librarian, Head of Technical Services Science Libraries Yale University Librarian I-III The University and the Library One of the world's leading research libraries, Yale University Library is a full partner in teaching, research, and learning at Yale and is visited by scholars from around the world. A distinctive strength is its rich spectrum of resources, including approximately thirteen million volumes and information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to early printed books to electronic databases. The Library is engaging in numerous projects to expand access to its physical and digital collections. Housed in twenty-two buildings including the Sterling Memorial Library, the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, and the new Bass Library, it employs a dynamic and diverse staff of nearly six-hundred who offer innovative and flexible services to library readers. To learn more about Yale University Library and its collections and services, visit http://www.library.yale.edu. The science libraries include the Kline Science Library, Sterling Chemistry Library, the Engineering and Applied Science Library, the Forestry and Environmental Sciences Library, the Geology Library, and the Mathematics Library. For additional information, you may view the Yale University Science Libraries web site: http://www.library.yale.edu/science/ General Purpose Reporting to the Director of Sciences Libraries and Information Services, this position serves as the Head of Technical Services for the distributed Science Libraries, works in the Science Libraries as a member of a team providing information services in a distributed, innovative, and technically sophisticated environment utilizing the Yale University Online Catalog (Orbis), various local and remote information databases (e.g. Ovid, and OCLC), and a superb historical paper-based collection. Responsibilities Manages and coordinates the distributed science libraries' technical services operations (acquisitions, cataloging, serial maintenance, binding, preservation), including direct supervision and training of 3 FTE library assistants and student assistants. Manages the flow of materials between libraries; works closely with the Chief Acquisitions Librarian and the Chief Catalog Librarian and other designated staff in the development and implementation of library-wide standards and procedures to support technical services for the science libraries. Participates in the development of library-wide policies, procedures, and best practices relating to acquisitions, cataloging and metadata creation that support the bibliographic control and access to print and digital materials. Produces reports related to technical services for quality control, collection development/analysis, etc., from the Library's integrated library system. Participates in providing a program of services including user education, online searching, and liaison work to Departments. Provides coverage for reference/education services via online tools and the Reference Desk. Serves on appropriate library committees and pursues professional development activities, and is expected to be professionally active at Yale and nationally. May be required to participate in disaster recovery efforts. May be assigned to work on the West Campus in West Haven, Connecticut. Qualifications Master's degree from ALA-accredited program or equivalent experience; experience with acquisitions and/or cataloging operations; familiarity with general bibliographic control principles, including controlled vocabularies and authority control; familiarity with reference service; familiarity with SQL and Microsoft Access Databases. Appointment at the Librarian II level requires a minimum of two years of professional experience and demonstrated professional accomplishment. Appointment at the Librarian III level requires a minimum of 5 years of professional experience and professional accomplishment. Excellent oral and written communication skills; excellent analytical and problem solving skills; an ability to work collegially and collaboratively with diverse populations in small group and team environments; ability to meet deadlines, set priorities and handle multiple priorities; and an interest in keeping abreast of new developments in information technology and services for the sciences. Preferred: supervisory experience; experience with automated acquisitions and cataloging systems; educational background in the sciences; commitment to public service in a science library environment; and familiarity with current cataloging practices and national cataloging standards, working knowledge of MARC21 bibliographic and holdings standards. Salary and Benefits Rank and competitive salary will be based upon the successful candidate's qualifications and experience. Full benefits package including pro-rated 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. Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names of three references should be sent by creating an account and applying online at http://www.yale.edu/hronline/stars/application/. Please be sure to include Source Code 6435#BR. Background Check Requirements All external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment screening. All offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check. Yale University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Yale values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students and strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups.