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Date: Mon, 14 Jun 1999 09:53:58 -0500
From: Bette Patterson <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Indiana Cataloging Position
Sender: Bette Patterson <[log in to unmask]>



Ball State University Libraries, Muncie, Indiana, has a need for
different areas of cataloging expertise including a concentration in
maps for a person with appropriate experience and/or interest.

CATALOGING SERVICES LIBRARIAN

Responsibilities: cataloging library materials using AACR2rev, MARC
formats and
Library of Congress subject headings and rule interpretations for one or
more of the
following: books, serials, audiovisuals, maps, and/or electronic media;
classify
library materials using LC classification or other systems as specified
by local
practice; create/update authority records for the Libraries' online
automated
authority file; perform database maintenance or enrichment functions as
required;
supervise and/or train unit personnel as warranted; participate in the
development,
documentation, and evaluation of unit policies and procedures.

Minimum qualifications: MLS degree from ALA accredited program;
knowledge of
MARC formats, AACR2rev, and LC subject headings and classification;
knowledge
of automated cataloging, using a national bibliographic utility such as
OCLC or
RLIN; effective communication skills and ability to work constructively
with
colleagues.

Preferred qualifications: cataloging experience in an academic library;
supervisory ability/experience; experience with an automated library
system such as
NOTIS or Sirsi; knowledge of emerging technologies, especially the
automation of
library technical services functions; ability to work with a variety of
foreign
languages; additional advanced degrees. Fiscal year (12 months)
appointment. Rank
and status dependent on qualifications and interest. Salary negotiable
from a
minimum of $29,000 commensurate with qualifications.

Send letter of application; resume; transcripts of graduate degree(s)
(unofficial
copies acceptable); and the names, addresses, and telephone/fax numbers
of three
references (at least one of which is a current or most recent
supervisor) to:

                        Mr. C. William Barnett
                  Director of Library Business Services
                          University Libraries
                         Ball State University
                          Muncie, IN 47306

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until
the position
is filled.
Ball State University practices equal opportunity in education and
employment and
is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.


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