ACRL News Issue (B) of College & Research Libraries J u n e 1983 / 209 M ary Rhoads, H ealth Sciences C en ter L ib ra ry 3 4 0 4 , University of A rizona, 1501 N. C am p bell Avenue, T ucson, AZ 85 7 2 4 . 2 6 - 2 8 — N orth C a ro lin a : “Stand Up for L ib ra rie s ,” b ien nial conference of th e N orth C arolin a L i ­ b rary Association, B enton C onvention C en ter and H yatt H otel, W inston -Salem . C o n ta ct: L e- la n d M . P a rk , L ib r a ry o f D avidson C o lleg e, D a v id s o n , N C 2 8 0 3 6 ; (7 0 4 ) 8 9 2 - 2 0 0 0 , e x t. 3 3 1 . ■ ■ THE CLASSIFIED ADS D e a d lin e s: Orders for regular classified advertisements must reach the ACRL office on o r before the second o f the month p reced­ ing publication o f the issue (e.g. S eptem ber 2 fo r the O ctob er issue). Late job listings will be accepted on a space-available basis after the second o f the month. H ates: Classified advertisements are $4.00 per line for ACRL members, $5 00 for others. Late jo b notices are $ 10.00 p er line for members, $12 00 for others. Organizations subm itting ads will be charged accordin g to their m em bership status. T e le p h o n e : All telephone o rd ers should be confirm ed by a w rit­ ten o rder mailed to ACRL headquarters as soon as possible. Orders should be a ccom panied by a typewritten co p y of the ad to be used in proofreading. An additional $10 will be charged fo r ads taken over the phone (except late jo b notices o r d isplay ads). G u id e lin e s : For ads w hich list an application deadline, that date m ust be no sooner than the last day of the month in which the notice appears (e.g., O ctober 31 fo r the O ctober issue). All jo b a nnounce­ ments should include a salary figure. J o b announcem ents will be edited to e xclude discrim inatory references. Applicants should be aware that the term s faculty rank and status vary in m eaning am ong institutions. JO BL IN E : Call (312) 944 6795 for late-breaking jo b ads for aca­ dem ic and research library positions. A pre-recorded summary of positions listed with the service is revised weekly; each Friday a new tape includes all ads received by 1:00 p.m. the previous day. Each listing subm itted will be earned on the recording fo r two weeks. The charge fo r each two-week listing is $30 for ACRL m em bers and $35 for non-members. Fast Jo b L is tin g S e rv ic e : A special newsletter for those actively seeking positions. This service lists jo b postings received at ACRL headquarters four weeks before they appear in C&RL News, as well as ads which, because of n arrow deadlines, will not a pp ea r in C&RL News. The cost o f a six-month subscription is $10 fo r ACRL m em ­ bers and $15 for non-members. C o n ta c t: Classified Advertising D ep't, ACRL, Am erican Library Association, 50 E Huron St., Chicago, IL 606 11, (312) 944-6780 _______ FOR SALE ELSEVIER A N TIQ U AR IA N D EPAR TM EN T. Periodicals and rare books on L ite - and Earth S cie n c e s . Over 1 million volum es on stock. Catalogues available on dem and. Please write to: Lippijn- straat 4. 1055 KJ Amsterdam, The Netherlands. POSITION DESIRED AL A -ACCREDITED MLS. O r e year professional experience in Re­ ference/Collection Development K nowledge o f co m p ute r and for­ eign languages. Desires sim ilar position. Will relocate. O m ar Khalidi 2462 Dalton, Wichita, KS 67210 PO S ITIONS OPEN A SS IS T AN T C ATALO G ER . ALA-M LS Some cataloging e xperi­ nce required Knowledge o f LC classification and OCLC (or other e network). C oursew ork in business and econom ics helpful. W e are in the process o f planning for an integrated online system. O ne year appointm ent $15,000 + dep en d in g upon qualifications and e xperi­ ence. Send resume and three letters of reference to: Virgil F. Mass- man, Executive Director, James Je ro m e Hill Reference Library, St. Paul, MN 55102 EOE. A SS IS T AN T ENGIN EERING L IB R A R IA N . A perm anent position available July 1,1 9 83 . U nder direction of the E ngineering Librarian, d u tie s in c lu d e re fe re n ce a n d in fo rm a tio n se rvice s; d ata ba se searching c f BRS, Lockheed, and OCLC; b ibliographic instruction, collection developm ent; liaison with faculty; original cataloging of m onographs; staff supervision; and special projects utilizing the En­ gineering L ib ra ry’s m icrocom puter system Required: master's d e ­ gree in library science from an A LA-accredited library school, o r its equivalent; evidence o f research orientation and ability to meet uni­ versity requirem ents for p rom otion and tenure; com m itm ent to serv­ ing the research needs o f clientele. Preferred: subject b ackground or library experience in engineering o r related science. Desirable: experience o r p roficiency in reference service, cataloging, biblio­ g raphic instruction, collection developm ent, and online database searching. Librarians have faculty rank. Assistant Professor rank for applicant with desired experience and qualifications, including evi­ dence of a bility to m eel general university requirem ents for p rom o­ tion and tenure (research, publication, university/comm unity/profes­ sional service) in addition to p erform ing specific library assignment. Salary $14,500 upward, d epending on qualifications and scholarly credentials. Send com plete resume with names and addresses of five references to: Allen G. Dries, Libraries Personnel Manager, Uni­ versity o f Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 127 Library, 1408 W. Gre­ gory Drive, Urbana, IL 61801 ; phone (217) 333-8169. For m axim um consideration, applications and nom inations should be received no later than Ju ly 31, 1983. The U niversity o f Illinois is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. AS S IS T A N T HEAD, CHEMISTRY LIB R A R IA N . Affiliate, Assis tant, o r Associate Librarian Provides reference service, including online interactive searching and library instruction; assists in collec­ tion developm ent; directly supervises the library operations, in clu d ­ ing supervision a nd training of one full-time su pp ort staff, and o ver­ sees all technical services operations. Master's degree from an A LA-accredited library school; m inim um o f one year post-MLS li­ brary experience preferred; supervisory experience; experience with computer-assisted reference services; dem onstrated ability to relate effectively to faculty, students, and staff. Effectiveness in plan­ ning a nd organizing w o rk flow. Some a cadem ic b ackg ro un d in sci­ e nce a nd /or experience in a science-oriented library. Ability to co m ­ municate effectively both orally a nd in writing. Reading know ledge of German is desirable ability to meet the responsibilities and require­ ments o f a tenure-track appointm ent Salary dependent on qualifica­ tions and experience. Salary minim um. Affiliate. $14,500; Assistant, $15,800; Associate, $18,500. Send letters o f application to. Anne R im m e r, P e rs o n n e l O ffic e r, In d ia n a U n iv e rs ity L ib ra rie s , Bloomington, IN 47405; (812) 335-3403. C losing date for app lica ­ tions no earlier than June 15, 1983. Indiana University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. A S S IS T A N T LIB R A R IA N . Southern Arkansas University has a va­ ca ncy for an assistant librarian effective im mediately. Applicants should hold the MLS degree and have three to four years experience as a reference librarian in a four-year college o r university library A more complete jo b description is available. Salary is com m ensurate with training and experience. Southern Arkansas University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action em ployer. Applications will be received until position is filled. Interested persons should send letter o f interest and resume to: L A Logan, President for Acad e m ic A f­ fairs, Southern A rkan sas University, Box 1402, M agnolia, AR 71753. A SS IS TAN T PROFESSOR. Search reopened. The University o f Illi­ nois Graduate S chool o f Library and Information Science is seeking candidates for a full-time tenure-track position fo r teaching two o r m ore of the follow ing areas: information science, cataloging, m edi­ cal reference, special libraries, and /or science reference Full-time teaching load equals two courses p er semester plus sharing in stu­ dent advising and faculty committee work. Earned d octorate in li­ brary and information science preferred, and library (o r information center) and leaching experience desirable. The University o f Illinois offers excellent research resources, including six million plus volum e library, com puter facilities, m anuscript typing, etc. Minim um salary $20,000. Summer session and extension leaching with additional pay is possible but not required. Position open A ugust 21. January 210 / C &RL News 1984 starting date possible. Send letter of application, resume, and names of three persons from whom references can be secured, to: Charles H. Davis, Dean, Graduate School of Library and Information Science, University of Illinois, 410 David Kinley Hall, 1407 W. Gre­ gory Dr., Urbana, IL 61801; (217)333-3280. Applications will be ac­ cepted until June 27, o r until a suitable candidate has been found. The University of Illinois is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. ASSISTANT UNDERGRADUATE LIBRARIAN (MEDIA COORDI­ NATOR). A permanent position available August 1 ‚ 1983. Under di­ rection of the Assistant Director for Undergraduate Libraries and In­ structional Services, administers the Library Audio/Media Center, a playback—not production—facility housed in the Undergraduate Li­ brary. Assignment includes supervision of 2 FTE staff and a student wage budget of $13,500. Participates in and coordinates all original Media cataloging; participates in provision of general reference ser­ vices and bibliographic instruction; assists with UGL book and jour­ nal selection in assigned areas of responsibility; and in areas of sub­ ject responsibility expected to establish faculty liaison and develop reference aids. Other duties as assigned, regular night and weekend work expected. Required: master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited library school, or its equivalent; at least one year pro­ fessional experience working in a media center or with non-print ma­ terials; demonstrated ability to relate effectively with faculty, students and staff; and evidence of ability to meet University requirements for tenure and promotion. Preferred: experience in providing reference and/or bibliographic instruction in an academic environment. De­ sired: experience with non-print cataloging, particularly in the area of motion pictures and television. Librarians have faculty rank. Appoint­ ment at the Assistant Professor level. Salary $16,000 upward de­ pending on qualifications and experience. Librarians must meet general university requirements for promotion and tenure (research, publications, and university/community/professional service) in ad­ dition to performing specific library assignment. Send complete re­ sume with names and addresses of five references to: Allen G . Dries, Library Personnel Manager, University of Illinois Library at Urbana- Champaign, 127 Library, 1408 W. Gregory Drive, Urbana, IL 61801; phone (217) 333-8169. For maximum consideration, applications and nominations should be received no later than July 29,1983. The University of Illinois is an affirmative action, equal opportunity em­ ployer. BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES LIBRARIAN AND SCIENCE LIBRAR­ IAN. Two 9-month, tenure-track, faculty positions at Chapman Col­ lege, a private liberal arts college in Southern Cailfornia. Responsibil­ ities: teaching required library research courses, general reference, and liaison with faculty and students in subject areas including col­ lection development, online bibliographic Searching, and catalog­ ing. Required: MLS from ALA-accredited school and 2 years aca­ demic library experience. Prefer second master’s and teaching experience. One position requires strong cataloging background. Appointment at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. Salary range: $ 16,400-$31,100 for 9 months. Separate summer contracts usually available. Send letter of application, resume, and three letters of reference by June 30,1983, to: Janice H. Shawl, Library Director, Chapman College Library, 333 N. Glassell St., Orange, CA 92666. Interviews may be held at ALA Conference. Equal opportunity, af­ firmative action employer. B IO LO G Y /N A TU R A L RESOURCES AND H U M A N ITIE S L I­ BRARIANS effective August 15, 1983, at the Assistant Librarian, Senior Assistant Librarian or Associate Librarian level as appropriate depending on qualifications and experience (current salary range $17,028-$30,672). One of the positions may be combined with the position of Head, Information Services. Closing date July 1, 1983. Equal opportunity employer. For more detailed information write: University Librarian, Humboldt State University, Areata, CA 95521. CATALOGER, entry level new position with responsibility for origi­ nal cataloging of monographs and editing of OCLC copy, using the LC classification schedules and subject headings. Master's degree from ALA-accredited library school. Minimum $14,500. Academic status. Send letter of application wtih resume and names of three ref­ erences by June 3 0,1 98 3, to: Walter M. High, Head, Monographic Cataloging Department, D.H. Hill Library, North Carolina State Uni­ versity, PO Box 5007, Raleigh, NC 27650. An equal opportunity, af­ firmative action employer. CATALOGER, new position. Experienced cataloger with demon- Strated potential to manage people. Detailed knowledge of MARC formats and the theory underlying the d evelo p m en t a n d use of m a c h in e-read ab le cataloging necessary. Responsibility for original cataloging of monographs and editing of OCLC copy, using the LC classification schedules and subject headings. Knowledge of multi- media cataloging will be especially useful. Master’s degree from ALA-accredited library school. Minimum $17,500. Academic status. Send letter of application with resume and names of three references by June 3 0,1983, to: Walter M. High, Head, Monographic Catalog­ ing Department, D.H. Hill Library, North Carolina State University, PO Box 5007, Raleigh, NC 27650. An equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. CATALOGER, Northwestern University. Performs original and complex cataloging of monographs, including descriptive and sub­ ject cataloging and classification and authority work, using AACR2, LCSH, DDC 19, and the MARC bibliographic and authority formats. Works cataloged may be on any subject, and in a variety of lan­ guages. Cataloging and authority work are perform ed on Northwest­ ern's NOTIS (Northwestern Online Total Integrated System) library automation system, for inclusion in the union online catalog and for­ warding to the RLIN database. Some authority work may be submit­ ted to the Library of Congress for inclusion in the Name Authority Co­ o p e ra tiv e P ro gram (N ACO ). Q ua lific a tio n s : MLS fro m an ALA-accredited library school, working knowledge of one or more foreign languages, preferably including German or a Romance lan­ guage. Experience in library technical services, using an automated system d es ira b le . P osition a va ila b le : o pe n. Salary: $15,000-$16,000 depending upon experience. Send application and resume, including names of references to: Lance Query, Per­ sonnel Librarian, Northwestern University Library, Evanston, IL 60201. Applications received by July 15, 1983, will be considered. Northwestern University Library is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. CATALOGER. Responsible for original cataloging of Latin Ameri­ can materials. Required: MLS from ALA-accredited school; reading knowledge of Spanish; ability to work with French, German, and Por­ tuguese; working knowledge of LC classification and subject head­ ings, AACR2, and OCLC; at least one year of cataloging experience. Salary: $16,000. Two-year term appointment available September 1 ‚ 1983. Application deadline July 1 ‚ 1983. Send letter of application, resume, and names of three references to: Associate Curator for the Pre-Columbian Collection, Dumbarton Oaks, 1703 32nd St., NW, Washington, DC 20007. CATALOGING LIBRARIAN. Responsible for cataloging of all li­ brary materials except music. Formulates cataloging policies and procedures; trains and supervises cataloging staff. Collection devel­ opment and some reference duties included. Responsible for the creation and maintenance of all authority files. Master’s degree from ALA-accredited library school and at least 3 years experience as a cataloger using an automated system. Second master’s degree in a subject field preferred. Salary: $18,800 + depending upon qualifica­ tions and experience. Faculty status and liberal fringe benefits in­ cluding TIAA/CREF. Send resume and names of 3 references by June 30,1983, to: Deanne Molinari, Affirmative Action Officer, SUNY College at Purchase, Purchase, NY 10577. CURATOR OF RARE BOOKS AND SPECIAL COLLECTIONS, University of Wisconsin-Madison. 12-months academic staff ap­ p o in tm e n t. A d m in is te r a d e p a rtm e n t w ith 2 .5 FTE a nd 20 hours/week of student assistance, and holdings of 80,000 volumes including materials of national reputation in history of science, little magazines, French pamphlets, Russian underground materials, and English and American literature. Curator will be encouraged to seek gifts of special collections and outside funding for purchase of rare books. Responsibilities: plan and implement department's public and technical services; collection development in history of books and printing, little magazines, and rare books reference materials; assist faculty, students, and visitors in use of collections; act as liaison between department and university teaching units; mount exhibits; work with Friends of the Library; supervise the shift of valuable mate­ rials from the general stacks to the rare book vaults; provide lectures and tours for university classes and outside groups; act as liaison to ESTC/NA project; represent department, as requested, on university a nd c o m m u n ity c o m m itte e s. M inim um q u a lific a tio n s : ALA- accredited MLS or equivalent demonstrated subject mastery in li­ brarianship; graduate degree in humanities or social sciences; 5 years experience in rare books and/or special collections, preferably in a research library; administrative experience; foreign language expertise. Salary: $26,000 minimum. Appointment effective Septem­ ber 1 ‚ 1 983, or as soon thereafter as possible. Application deadline: June 30, 1983. Letter of application, current vita, and names, ad­ dresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Sandra J. Pfahler, Assistant Director for Budget and Personnel, 360 Memorial Library, 728 State Street, Madison, Wl 53706. EEO/AA employer. DEAN OF LEARNING RESOURCES CENTER, Pueblo Commu­ nity College. Pueblo Community College is accepting applications for the position of Dean of the Learning Resources Center. Appli­ cants must possess an ALA-accredited MLS (doctorate of library sci­ ence desirable). Minimum experience: candidate shall have been employed full-time for one year as a Director of a learning resources center at an institution of higher education, in addition, two years ex­ perience as Chairperson of a library d ep artm en t is required. T h e col­ lege is seeking an individual with a b a ckg ro u n d in both public and technical services who will provide leadership in working with library staff, faculty and administrators; who is knowledgeable about the ap­ plication òf computer technology to library processes and who can design and im plem ent projects to increase existing library re ­ sources. Minimum salary is $30,000 for 12 months. The Dean of the Learning Resources Center will be responsible to the Vice President for Instructional Services. Send application and vita before July 1 ‚ 1983, to: Edward Broadhead, Chairman, Dean of Learning Re- Ju n e 1983 / 211 sources Center Search & Screen Committee, Pueblo Community College, 900 W. Orman Avenue, Pueblo, CO 81004. Pueblo Com­ munity College is an affirmative action and equal opportunity em­ ployer. GENERAL REFERENCE LIBRARIAN. Position requires an ALA- accredited degree; second subject master’s degree or doctorate de­ sirable; and five years’ academ ic library reference experience with appropriate supervisory experience. Position carries faculty rank. Responsibilities include administration, planning and supervision of general reference professional staff, services, and collection, in a dd i­ tion to coordinating collection developm ent activities. Rank and sal­ a ry d e p e n d e n t u p o n q u a lific a tio n s a n d e x p e rie n c e : $ 16,000-$19,000. Send letter of application, resume, transcripts, and three letters of recommendation to: Office of A cadem ic Affairs, Librarian Position, Wetherby Administration Building, Western Ken­ tucky University, Bowling Green, KY 42101. Applications will be ac­ cepted until position is filled. An affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. HEAD, G EN ER AL REFERENCE, Robert W. W o o druff Library. Emory University, Atlanta. Responsibilities: manage Reference De­ partment, including supervision of six reference librarians and three support staff. Areas of service include bibliographic instruction, inter- lib ra ry loan, m icroform re a din g room, and online b ib lio g ra p h ic searching. Coordinates reference collection developm ent and par­ ticipates in developm ent of the general collections. Minim um qualifi­ cations: ALA-accredited degree; depth of subject knowledge and fa­ m iliarity with research techniques, p referably in an area of the humanities or the social sciences; 3-5 years of reference experience with a dem onstrated com petency in supervisory and managerial skills, preferably in a large a cadem ic o r research library; or equiva­ lent combination of education and experience. Reading knowledge of at least one modern European language. Demonstrated strong com munication and public relations skills required. Salary and rank dependent upon qualifications and experience (m inimum rank and salary Librarian II, $20,000). Send letter, resume, and names of three references, by July 15,1983, to: Nancy A. Books, Director of Public Services, Robert W. W oodruff Library, Emory University, Atlanta, GA 30322. An affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. HEAD OF SERIALS CATALOGING. Catalog serials originally for input into OCLC-CONSER o r upgrade shared records with CONSER authorization. Represent UF at CONSER operational meetings at OCLC. Coordinate along with the Department Chairman, other de­ partments, and satellite libraries serials developm ent on the Library's new in-house automated system developed from Northwestern Uni­ versity software. Train beginning professionals in serials cataloging. MLS from ALA-accredited school required. Reading knowledge of at least one modern European language preferred. Salary range for Assistant Librarian: $ 1 3 ,0 3 0 -$ 2 1 ,700; Associate Librarian: (5 years of professional experience) $15,660-$26,100. Florida State Retire­ ment, faculty status, Blue Cross/Blue Shield g roup plan, 22 days va­ cation. Send letter of application with complete resume with names o f five references and salary requirements by July 1 ‚ 1983, to: James H. Renz, Associate Director for Technical Services, 216 Library West, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL 32611. EEO/AAE. HEAD OF SPECIAL COLLECTIONS. Oversees the operations and actively pursues the continued developm ent and expansion of the Libraries' Special Collections. Participates in public relations, fund raising, special events, and grant proposals related to the Collec­ tions. Requires ALA-accredited MLS o r minim um of 5 years experi­ ence in book trade, archives or special collections administration. Graduate degree in American literature or history strongly preferred. Salary m id-20’s d epending on qualifications. Excellent benefits in­ clu ding choice of retirement programs. The University of Houston- C entral C a m p us L ibraries has 1.4 million volum es, a m aterials b udget of $1.9 million, and a staff o f 54 professionals and 170 sup­ port staff. Applications accepted thru Ju ly 1 ‚ 1983. Send letter of ap­ plication, names o f 3 references, and resume to: Dana Rooks, Uni­ versity of Houston Libraries, 4800 Calhoun, Houston, TX 77004. Equal opportunity employer. HEAD, OPTOM ETR Y LIBRARY. Assistant or Associate Librarian (one-half FTE position). Responsible for administering the library. Also responsible for the provision of reference services and library instruction; the establishment of library policies and procedures of the University Libraries; the selection, training, and supervision of li­ brary staff; the m aintenance of bibliographic control of the collection in coop eratio n with Technical Services; a nd the p reparation of b udget requests. Serves as the fund m anager in the selection of m a­ terials to support the curriculum and research activities of the School of Optometry and the Department of Psychological Optics. Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library school; minim um of 2 years post-MLS library experience; dem onstrated ability to supervise; abil­ ity to relate effectively to faculty, students, and staff; some academ ic background in science or experience in science-oriented library is preferable. A bility to com m unicate effectively both orally and in writ­ ing. A bility to meet the responsibilities and requirements of a tenure- track appointment. Salary dependent on qualifications and experi­ ence. Salary floors will be observed: Assistant, $15,800; Associate, $18,500. Send letters of application to: Anne Rimmer, Personnel Of­ ficer, Indiana University Libraries, Bloomington, IN 47405; (812) COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES Head of Serials Acquisitions U nder the general direction of the Chief of the S upport Division, this position has responsibility for adm in­ istering a centralized serials function for the Colum bia Library System. The position has direct responsibility for 16 full-time staff m embers; coordinating routines and w o rkflo w ; planning and im plem enting change in an evolving technological environm ent; establishing priorities; resolving problem s relating to the ordering, receipt, and paym ent of serial materials; and d eveloping a thorough knowledge of publishing and sources of supply. In addition to an accredited MLS, qualifications are administrative ability as dem onstrated by successful relevant supervisory experience; a substantial know ledge of serials; the ability to w ork with staff in other library units and outside vendors; effective writing and speaking skills; evidence of professional creativity and initiative; familiarity with computer-assisted technical processing in a large research library; and the ability to w ork with a broad range of languages, with preferential consideration being given to applicants with a w orking knowledge of French or German. Preferential consideration will also be given to applicants with relevant acquisitions and/or bibliographic experience. S ubm it resume, including salary requirements and three references, to: Box 35, B utler Library C olum bia University 535 W . 114th S treet New York, NY 10027 S alary ranges for 1982-83: Librarian II, $22,500-$29,250; Librarian III, $25,500-$36,975. applications: July 3 1 ,1 9 8 3 . Deadline for An equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. 212 / C &R L News 335-3403. Closing date for applications: no earlier than June 15, 1983. Indiana University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. INSTRUCTIO N AND ORIENTATION LIBRARIAN, Assistant or Associate rank. Responsibilities: planning, developing, and coordi­ nating instruction and orientation for the Main Library and the Branch Libraries on the Bloomington campus; providing leadership, general direction, and assistance to other librarians who participate in in­ structional activities; and collecting, creating, and maintaining files of instructional materials. Also responsible for publications and other handouts used in the instruction program. Evaluates the effective­ ness of classes, programs, and teachers and keeps library faculty, staff, and the university community informed of developments in the libraries’ user education program. Serves as a member of the Public Services Committee’s Publications Subcommittee and is invited to meetings of the Public Services Committee. Will work 10 hours each week in the provision of reference services in the Undergraduate Li­ brary including some night and weekend hours. Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited library school; minimum of 2 years of post- MLS public service library experience with experience in library in­ struction. Demonstrated ability to plan and coordinate library pro­ grams. Ability to work well independently and with others. Familiarity with trends and techniques of library instruction. Verbal and written communication skills. Supervisory and reference experience prefer­ red. Ability to meet the responsibilities and requirements of a tenure- track appointment. Salary dependent on qualifications and experi­ ence. Salary floors are observed. Assistant, $15,800; Associate, $18,500. Send letters of application to: Anne Rimmer, Personnel Of­ ficer, Indiana University Libraries, Bloomington, IN 47405; (812) 335-3403. Closing date for applications: no earlier than June 15, 1983. Indiana University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. INTERNATIO NAL DOCUMENTS LIBRARIAN. The position re porting to the Head of Documents combines reference and technical responsibilities for U.S., UN and other international documents, and is specifically charged with planning and supervising collection de­ velopment and technical work for several international colllections. Participates in library instruction, faculty outreach and online refer­ ence searching. Supervises one part-time assistant. Required: MLS from an ALA-accredited library school; interest in government publi­ cations; strong public service orientation. Preferred: experience with government publications, familiarity with online searching tech­ niques; subject master’s in a social science field; proficiency in a Western European language; familiarity with cataloging rules. Entry level position. Rank of Affiliate Librarian. Salary, $14,000. Paid health insurance and retirement. 25 days vacation. Additional benefits. Send resume and either names of three references or a placement address to: Winn Margetts, Library Personnel, University of Utah Li­ braries, Salt Lake City, UT 84112. Interviewing at ALA in Los An­ geles. Deadline June 30,1983. Equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. LIBRARIAN, ARCHITECTURE & FINE ARTS LIBRARY AND MUSIC LIBRARY. The University of Florida Libraries is looking for a librarian to administer the operations of the Architecture & Fine Arts Library and the Music Library. Applicants should have an MLS from an accredited library school, at least six years pertinent professional experience, and demonstrated ability to supervise and to work effec­ tively with faculty, staff, and students. The appointment is for twelve months with faculty status and tenure track. There are twenty-two working days vacation per year, eight paid holidays, and state retire­ ment plan at no cost to the employee. Appointment will be at the As­ s o c ia te U n iv e rs ity L ib ra ria n ra n k w ith a sa lary b e tw e e n $15,660-$25,100. Applications should be made by July 31, 1983, to: R. Max Willocks, 215 Library West, University of Florida Libraries, Gainesville, FL 32611. The University of Florida Libraries comply with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. ORIGINAL MATERIALS CATALOGER. Trinity University of San Antonio, Texas, invites applications for the position of Original Mate­ rials Cataloger, a faculty appointment in a rapidly-growing and dy­ namic university library. Trinity is strongly committed to excellence in support of the liberal arts tradition at the bachelor’s and master’ s de­ gree levels. Primary responsibilities include cataloging: all English- language m onographic materials requiring original cataloger; some foreign language monographs; and all Trinity theses and research projects. May have some responsibility for the daily operations of UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN Associate Director for Collection Development The University of Wisconsin General Library System is accepting applications for the position of Associ­ ate D irectorfor Collection Development. Benefits include 22 vacation days, sick leave, group health and life insurance and a state retirement plan. Salary minimum: $40,000. The Associate Director for Collection Development of the University of Wisconsin-Madison libraries has prim ary responsibility for collection developm ent policies and procedures for the General Library System and for the allocation of its acquisitions budget (currently about 2.5 million dollars). In coordinating collec­ tion policies, priorities, and procedures, the Associate Director for Collection Development considers the advice of the selectors (who include the subject bibliographers and the Branch Librarians), the Library Coordinating Council, the University Library Committee, faculty, and administrators. The Associate Direc­ tor for Collection Development maintains close contact with cam pus-wide academic planning activities in order to relate library collection developm ent policy to the wider planning process on the Madison campus. On matters of collection developm ent and administration, the subject bibliographers and the Curator of Rare Books report to the Associate Director for Collection Development; the Branch Librarians report to him or her on matters of collection developm ent alone. In addition, the Associate Director for Collection Development is responsible in the area of collection developm ent for preparing grant proposals and initiat­ ing other fund-raising activites. The Associate Director for Collection D evelopment reports to the Director of Libraries and works closely with the Director in the overall administration of the General Library. In certain circumstances he or she serves as Acting Director in the absence of the Director. The Director of Libraries may delegate to the Associate Director for Collection Development the function of liaison with the University of Wisconsin System and other State libraries and regional networks in the area of collection development. The candidate must have an MLS from an ALA-accredited library school and a strong academic back­ ground, and must show evidence of substantial scholarly achievement, broad bibliographical knowledge, and five years of relevant experience in a major research library. Applications including resume, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references should be directed to: Sandra Pfahler, Assistant Director to r Budget and Personnel, 360 Memorial Library, 728 State Street, Madison, Wl 53706. Applications must be postmarked by June 30, 1983. EEO/AA employer. June 1983 / 213 OCLC including supervision and training of OCLC operators. Re­ quired qualifications include: the MLS from an ALA-accredited li­ brary school; knowledge of AACR2; knowledge of Library of Con­ gress cla ssifica tion system and su bje ct headings; reading knowledge of at least one foreign language; knowledge of the OCLC system; and initiative, creativity, and strong communications skills. Highly desirable is cataloging experience in an academic library. An additional graduate degree is also desirable. Instructor or Assistant Professor rank with tenure-track. Salary minimum of $16,500, higher depending on experience or other qualifications. Twelve month ap­ pointment, TIAA/CREF and liberal ringe benefits. Send letter of appli­ cation, detailed resume and names of three references by July 7, 1983, to: Chair, Search Committee, Original Materials Cataloger, Trinity University Library, 715 Stadium Drive, San Antonio, TX 78284. Affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. PROGRAM MANAGER. The Research Libraries Group (RLG) lo­ cated on the Stanford Campus is a consortium owned by twenty-five of the nation’s major universities and other research institutions. RLG is committed to the development of innovative applications of com­ puter technology to the capture, storage, retrieval and delivery of in­ formation to support research and scholarship in the U.S. RLG is cur­ rently recruiting two Program Managers to support the daily operation of the Shared Resources, Collection Development and Preservation Programs of the corporation. Responsibilities will in­ clude: analysis of collection development verification studies; man­ agement of Conspectus data collection and products; analysis of in­ terlibrary loan statistical data; management of RLG’s reference liaison program; management of activities associated with the pres­ ervation projects; and grants administration staff support. Qualifica­ tions: MLS degree or equivalent; three years experience as a refer­ ence librarian, bibliographer, curator, or cataloger in a major research library; strong organizational, editorial, verbal, writing and interpersonal skills. Reading knowledge of one or more foreign lanu- gages, statistical skills, supervisory experience, and familiarity with RLIN desirable. Salary: $1,854-$2,312/month. To apply, submit a resume with the names of 3 references, to the following address. For further information contact: Art Wilson, Stanford University, Old Pa­ vilion (Personnel), Stanford, CA 94305; (415) 497-3117. Equal op­ portunity employer through affirmative action. PUBLIC SERVICES LIBRARIAN to develop and coordinate an on­ line information retrieval system. Must have library degree from an ALA-accredited library school. Must be able to communicate and work effectively with all segments of the academic community. Expe­ rience in database searching highly desirable. Will participate in gen­ eral reference services, including library instruction. Twelve month appointment with faculty rank. Salary range $17,000-$22,500 de­ pendent upon experience and qualifications. McNeese State Uni­ versity has a library budget of $1.059 million and over 260,000 vol­ umes. 13 professional librarians serve a faculty of 305 and student population of 7,500. Interviews can be arranged at ALA in Los An­ geles. Send letter of application, names of 3 references, and current resume before July 1 ‚ 1983, to: Richard H. Reid, Director of Library Services, Frazar Memorial Library, McNeese State University, Lake Charles, LA 70609. An equal opportunity employer. REFERENCE LIBRARIAN, EDUCATION LIBRARY. Affiliate or As­ sistant Librarian. Responsible for the provision of reference services, including computer-assisted reference services and library instruc­ tion and orientation; coordinating the activities of the reference assis­ tant and the preparation of bibliographies and other documents. Some night and weekend hours are required. MLS from an ALA- accredited library school; background in education and/or informa­ tion science; minimum of one year post-MLS public services experi­ ence preferred. Experience with computer-assisted reference ser­ vices; basic kn ow ledge of edu catio n reference materials; demonstrated ability to relate effectively to students, faculty and staff; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. An edu­ cation degree and/or relevant experience and supervisory experi­ ence are preferred. Ability to meet the responsibilities and require­ ments o f a tenure-track appointm e n t. Salary d e p e n d e n t on qualifications and experience. Salary floors are observed: Affiliate, $14,500; and Assistant, $15,800. Send letters of application to: Anne Rim mer, Personnel O fficer, Indiana U niversity Libraries, Bloomington, IN 47405; (812) 335-3403. Closing date for applica­ tions: no earlier than June 15, 1983. Indiana University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. REFERENCE LIBRARIAN. Two positions available as subject spe­ cialist in business assigned to the Graduate Business Administration Library. Principal duties: reference assistance, database searching, orientation, and participation in classroom instruction. Qualifications: accredited MLS, degree in business or related subject area prefer­ red. Two years experience in an academic or special business li­ brary. Benefits: faculty status (subject master's degree required for promotion beyond the rank of Library Associate, Instructor equiva­ lent); TIAA/CREF; five weeks annual vacation. Salary: minimum $20,000. Apply: send resume and letter of application, including the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three references by June 30, 1983, to: New York University, Elmer Holmes Bobst Li­ brary, 70 Washington Square South, New York, NY 10012, Attn: Connie Colter. NYU is an affirmative action institution. REFERENCE LIBRARIAN, UNDERGRADUATE LIBRARY. Re­ sponsible for providing reference services, teaching in library in­ struction program, and participating in collection development. ALA-accredited MLS, or equivalent, required; reference experience preferred; library instruction and database searching experience de­ sirable; ability to relate well with undergraduate students; effective communication skills. Tenure-track position. 12-month appointment, 24 days annual leave, tuition remission, usual benefits. Salary ranges, d ep en d en t upon qualifications: Instructor, $14,000-$16,000; Assistant Professor, $16,000-$18,000. Send let­ ter of application, resume, and 3 letters of reference or placement folder by July 15 to: Jill Keally, Personnel Librarian, The University of Tennessee Library, Knoxville, TN 37996-1000. U TK is a n EEO, afffir- ' mative action, Title IX, Section 504 employer. REFERENCE LIBRARIAN/VISUAL ARTS SPECIALIST. General reference, online searching and bibliographic instruction in library of college with special programs in the performing and visual arts. Col­ lection development in visual arts and art history; responsibility for slide collection and picture file. Master’s degree from ALA- accredited library school and knowledge of French, German or Ital­ ian required; preference given to candidates with second master's in art history. Salary: $15,500 + depending upon qualifications and ex­ perience. Faculty status and liberal fringe benefits including TIAA- /CREF. Send resume and names of 3 references by June 30,1983, to: Deanne Molinari, Affirmative Action Officer, SUNY College at Pur­ chase, Purchase, NY 10577. SCIENCE REFERENCE LIBRARIAN/BIBLIOGRAPHER. Re sponsible for the Library’s collection development in assigned sci­ ence disciplines, including approval plans, firm orders, gifts and seri­ als. Provides service at the Reference Desk, including some weekend and evening hours. Participates in an active program of li­ brary instruction and computerized database searching in the disci­ plines of selection responsibility. Requires a master's degree from an ALA-accredited library school and an undergraduate degree in a science discipline or professional library experience in science refer­ ence. Salary $15,500-$19,500 depending on qualifications. Excel­ lent benefits including choice of retirement programs. The University of Houston-Central Campus Libraries has 1.4 million volumes, a ma­ terials budget of $1.9 million, and a staff of 54 professionals and 170 support staff. Applications accepted thru July 1 ‚ 1983. Send letter of application, names of 3 references, and resume to: Dana Rooks, University of Houston Libraries, 4800 Calhoun, Houston, TX 77004. Equal opportunity.emptoyerr ........ / " — ‚ SCIENCE REFERENCE LIBRARIAN. search extendary Participates with other librari ans in general reference duties, online searching, bibliographic śtruction, and collection development. Liaison responsibilities with science departments, College of Engineering, and College of Nurs­ ing. ALA-accredited master’s. Highly desirable: two years reference ; and bibliographic instruction experience in an academic library; ex­ perience in online searching, particularly in the sciences; undergrad­ uate and/or advanced degree in science. Twelve-month appoint­ ment; proposed effective date: September 1983; faculty rank and salary commensurate with qualifications, $16,500 minimum; TIAA- /CREF and university mandated benefits. Send resume and names of three references by July 15,1983, to: Raymond A. Frankie, Direc­ t o r , J. Murrey Atkins Library, The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. SERIALS CATA LOGER, Trinity University of San Antonio, Texas, invites applications for the position of Serials Cataloger, a faculty ap­ pointment in a rapidly-growing and dynamic university library. Trinity is strongly committed to excellence in support of the liberal arts tradi­ tion at the bachelor's and master’s degree levels. Primary responsi­ bilities include cataloging of all serials titles; cataloging monographs in one foreign language, either French, Russian, or German; and cat­ aloging all non-book materials. May have some responsibility for the daily operation of OCLC including supervision and training of OCLC operators. Required qualifications include: the MLS from an ALA- accredited library school; knowledge of AACR2, particularly as re­ lated to serials; knowledge of Library of Congress classification sys­ tems and subject headings; reading knowledge of at least one of the foreign languages specified above; familiarity with OCLC or other in- house automated systems; and initiative, creativity, and strong com­ munications skills. Highly desirable is experience in serials acquisi­ tions or serials cataloging in an academic library. An additional graduate degree is also desirable. Instructor or Assistant Professor rank with tenure-track. Salary minimum of $16,500, higher depend­ ing on experience or other qualifications. Twelve month appoint­ ment, TIAA/CREF and liberal fringe benefits. Send letter of applica­ tion, detailed resume and names of three references by July 7,1983, to: Chair, Search Committee, Serials Cataloger, Trinity University Li­ brary, 715 Stadium Drive, San Antonio, TX 78284. Affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. SERIALS CATALOGING SECTION HEAD, University of Califor­ nia, Santa Barbara. Supervises serials section of Cataloging Depart­ ment. Duties include original cataloging and classification of serials and analytics, revision of contributed cataloging work by library as­ sistants, and resolution of complex bibliographical problems. Re- 214 / C& RL News quirements: MLS, at least two years professional experience in seri­ als c a ta lo g in g , e x p e rie n c e w ith AAC R1 a n d A A C R 2, LC classification and LC subject headings, online cataloging systems, and supervisory experience. Facility with European languages and w ith a u to m a te d se ria ls c a ta lo g in g d e s ire d . S a la ry ra n ge : $17,412 -$ 3 0 ,648 dependent upon experience and qualifications. Applications must be received by July 1 5,1983. Send letter of appli­ cation, names of references, and resume to: Margaret Deacon, As­ sistant University Librarian, UCSB Library, University of California, Santa Barbara, CA 93106. An equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. STAFF SERVICES LIBRARIAN, University of Georgia (salary mini­ mum $17,000). Duties: responsible for administering classified staff personnel program, establishing orientation and staff development programs, developing and maintaining a comprehensive personnel manual, and assisting with personnel functions related to librarians. Reports to the Assistant Director for Administrative Services. The Li­ braries staff consists of 150 classified personnel, 65 librarians, and 200 student assistants. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS; knowl­ edge of and demonstrated interest in academ ic/research librarian­ ship; ability to work effectively with all levels o f library staff and with other university personnel; interest in and ability to present effective orientation and staff developm ent programs; ability to handle per­ sonnel matters with sensitivity and confidentiality; commitment to af­ firmative action guidelines; excellent communication skills; effective organizational skills; knowledge of principles of personnel manage­ ment preferred. Application procedure: send letter of application by July 8, 1983, including resume and names of three references to: Bonnie Jackson Clemens, Assistant Director for Administrative Ser­ vices, University of G eorgia Libraries, Athens, G A 30602. This posi­ tion will be filled only if suitable applicants are found. An equal o ppor­ tunity, affirmative action institution. USER EDUCATION LIBRARIAN. 75% position (30 hrs/week); there is some possibility that the position may becom e full-time. As­ sists in planning, implementing and evaluating user education pro­ grams for undergraduate and graduate students; includes class­ room instruction. Contributes to the developm ent of instructional materials, and provides some reference service. Requires flexible scheduling to meet changing program needs. Reports to the Direc­ tor of Library User Education. Faculty are expected to meet Univer­ sity requirements for tenure and promotion, including research, pub­ lication, and service. Required: MLS from A LA-accredited program; demonstrated interest in bibliographic instruction; ability to com m u­ nicate clearly and effectively, orally and in writing. Desirable: experi­ ence in library user education, with instructional use of audio-visual materials and with online bibliographic systems; broad subject back­ ground. Salary: $ 12,000-$14,400 for 75%. A pp ly by 8 July to: Sharon A. Sullivan, Personnel Librarian, Ohio State University Li­ braries, 1858 Neil Avenue, Columbus, OH 43210. Submit detailed resume with names and addresses of at least 3 references. An EEO/affirmative action employer. Qualified women, m inority and handicapped persons as well as others are encouraged to apply. ASSISTANT DIRECTOR FOR TECHNICAL SERVICES. Position available: immediately. Requirements: requires minimum of an ALA-accredited master's degree in library science and five years of progressively more responsible professional experience in the technical services of a large academic library. A second master's preferred. Demonstrated successful supervisory experience and thorough knowledge of automated systems. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with various levels of university staff and to manage a large acquisitions budget. Duties and responsibilities: participation in overall library planning, budget preparation and the formulation of library policies; development and implementation of plans and policies for Technical Services in consulation with divisional staff; coordination of automated processes in the division; preparation of annual and special reports on problems and progress in Technical Services; representation of the department on the Library Council; assumption of any special responsibilities and duties that are assigned by the library administration; directly supervising eight department and unit heads; coordination of divisional staff training and development. Benefits: excellent benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance; tax-deferred annuity program available; educational assistance program. Library information: the University of Missouri-Columbia Library, an ARL library, serves a student body of 24,500 and a faculty of 2,600 with a collection of over two million volumes and over 2.4 million microforms. An online catalog, to serve the four campuses of the University, is being developed. General information: founded in 1839 as the first state university west of Mississippi, the University of Missouri now has four campuses. The Columbia campus has 19 schools and colleges, and is located midway between Kansas City and St. Louis. Application deadline: July 15, 1983. Minimum salary: $33,500. Send letter of application, names of three references and resume to: Pat Burbridge, Personnel Coordinator, 104 Ellis Library, University of Missouri-Columbia, Columbia, MO 65201. An equal opportunity employer. BUSINESS LIBRARIAN. Primarily a public service position. Works closely with head to determine activities, policies, and procedures. Shares reference and other responsibilities, such as coordination of library instruction, database searching, computerized circulation activities, preparation of reference guides, hiring and scheduling of student staff. A staff of three library assistants plus students complement the three professional positions. Required: ALA—MLS; degree in business; library public service experience with emphasis on reference; some knowledge or experience with online database searching. Instructor rank, faculty status. $14,500 for 12 months, two-year Ju n e 1983 / 215 appointment ending June 30, 1985. May be renewed. Twenty days annual leave plus ten paid holidays. Excellent fringes. Send letter of application, resume, academic credentials, and placement file to: Carl Sachtleben, Director of Libraries, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, MI 49008. An EEO, AA employer. CATALOG MAINTENANCE LIBRARIAN, Automated Processing Department. Supervises operation of the section. Responsible for maintenance of the online catalog (LCS) and the card catalog. Selects, trains, supervises, and revises the work of 12 support staff and 10-15 student assistants. Oversees the interface of OCLC data with the online catalog and the maintenance of headings and holdings files. Recatalogs and upgrades catalog information and resolves problems. Is responsible for the operation of the department one or two evenings a week. Reports to the Head of the department. Required: master’s degree from ALA-accredited program; at least two years post-MLS experience in original cataloging using AACR2 and LC classsification and subject headings; substantial experience with OCLC or other bibliographic utilities; supervisory experience; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to adapt to frequently changing environment. Highly desirable: reading knowledge of one or more Western European languages and familiarity with automated library systems. Faculty are expected to meet University requirements for promotion and tenure including research, publication, and service. $17,040-$19‚560. Apply by 8 July to: Sharon A. Sullivan, Personnel Librarian, Ohio State University Libraries, 1858 Neil Ave. Mall, Columbus, OH 43210. Submit resume with names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three references. An AA/EE0 employer. Qualified women, minority, and handicapped persons, as well as others, are encouraged to apply. COLLECTION MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT HEAD. Associate Librarian, $25,440-$30,672 for 12 months (ten month option with proportionate salary reduction available). Required: ALA-accredited degree; 7-8 years professional library experience; minimum three years as a collection management librarian in academic library. Send inquiry and resume including names and addresses of three references who have observed candidate’s professional performance and human relationships, to: Walter H. Roeder, Chair, Search Committee, c/o Library Office, 15-102 California State Polytechnic University, 3801 W. Temple Ave., Pomona, CA 91768. Closing date: July 15. EE0/AA employer. COORDINATING CATALOGER, AUTOMATED PROCESSING DEPARTMENT (search extended). Supervises operation of the section responsible for editing and input of cataloging data through OCLC to create records in the local online catalog. Trains, schedules, supervises, and revises the work of 10 support staff and 10-15 student assistants. Upgrades, enhances, and solves problems related to cataloging copy through application of AACR2 and LC classification and subject headings; serves as liaison with Catalog Department for resolution of cataloging problems. Compiles statistics and reports, and maintains procedure manuals. Responsible for operation of the department one or two evenings per week. Reports to the head of the department. Required: master's degree from ALA-accredited program, two or more years post-MLS cataloging experience using AACR2, LC classification and subject headings; substantial experience with OCLC or other bibliographic utilities; supervisory experience; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to adapt to frequently changing environment. Desirable: reading knowledge of one or more Western European languages. Faculty are expected to meet University requirements for promotion and tenure, including research, publication and service. Salary: $17,040-$19‚560. Apply by 8 July to: Sharon A. Sullivan, Personnel Librarian, Ohio State University Libraries, 1858 Neil Avenue Mall, Columbus, OH 43210. Include resume and names and addresses of at least three 216 / C &RL News references. An AA/EEO employer. Qualified women, minority, and handicapped persons, as well as others, are encouraged to apply. HEAD OF CATALOGING DEPARTMENT. Significant professional opportunity for innovative librarian in university library with full online public cataloging. Responsible for unit of three professional and ten support staff. Position includes responsibility for coordination of bibliographic files throughout the library. Minimum qualifications; an ALA-MLS and at least seven years of relevant professional experience, including 1) demonstrated supervisory and management skills; 2) recent in-depth cataloging and automation related activities; 3) experience with OCLC or other bibliographic utilities or networks. Desirable qualifications include background in authority control, non-print media, online catalog development. Salary range is $25,440-$30,672; 24 days annual vacation and liberal benefits. Position is Associate Librarian rank, tenure-track, 12-month. Send by July 17, 1983, names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three current professional references, and resume with complete record of education, experience, and salary, to: Frederick Ryan, Assistant Library Director for Systems and Technical Services, Meriam Library, California State University, Chico, CA 95929. CSU Chico is located 90 miles north of Sacramento in an attractive northern California setting, and is an affirmative action employer. HEAD OF CIRCULATION AND INTERLIBRARY LOAN SERVICES. Position available: September 1, 1983. Requirements: ALA-accredited master's degree in library science. Minimum of five years professional library experience, at least two of which should be in a large academic library. At least two years experience in circulation activities; experience with automated circulation systems highly desirable. Supervisory experience, communication skills and strong service orientation essential. Duties and responsibilities: responsible for the administration of Circulation Services, which includes circulation, reserve collection sevices, interlibrary loans, shelving, billing, security, and the library annex. Supervision of 13 full-time staff members, and approximately 80 student assistants. Supervision of all automated activities and equipment maintenance in the department. Plans for future circulation needs with library administration, appropriate library staff and University Computer Center. Benefits: excellent benefits package including health, dental, life and disability insurance; tax-deferred annuity program available; education assistance program. Library information: the University of Missouri-Columbia Library, an ARL library, serves a student body of 24,500 and a faculty of 2,600 with a collection of over two million volumes and over 2.4 million microforms. An online catalog, to serve the four campuses of the University is being developed. General information: founded in 1839 as the first state university west of Mississippi, the University of Missouri now has four campuses. The Columbia campus has 19 schools and colleges, and is located midway between Kansas City and St. Louis. Application deadline: July 15, 1983. Minimum salary: $19,500. Send letter of application, names of three references and resume to: Pat Burbridge, Personnel Coordinator, 104 Ellis Library, University of Missouri-Columbia, Columbia, MO 65201. An equal opportunity employer. HEAD, LEARNING RESOURCES CENTER, Mansfield Campus. Administers Library and Learning Resources programs and services, including planning, budgeting, staffing and directing the activities of the Learning Resources Center which serves the 3,000 students and 175 faculty of the OSU-Mansfield Campus and the North Central Technical College. Manages technical and public services. Reports to the Associate Dean of the Mansfield Campus and, for coordination purposes, to the Vice President for Academic Affairs of North Central Technical College and to the Head of Undergraduate Libraries in Columbus. June 1983 / 217 Required: MLS from ALA‚-accredited program; substantial post-MLS professional experience, preferably in public services; experience in the development and creation of A/V materials and with A/V equipment; user-education or teaching experience; supervisory experience; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; and to interpret and promote the Learning Resources Center to the campus community. Highly desirable: administrative and technical services and experience, as well as familiarity with the needs of students in a technical program. Faculty are expected to meet University requirements for promotion and tenure including research, publication, and service. $22,080-$27,720. Apply by 8 July to: Sharon A. Sullivan, Personnel Librarian, Ohio State University Libraries, 1858 Neil Ave. Mall, Columbus, OH 43210. Submit resume with names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three references. An AA/EEO employer. Qualified women, minority, and handicapped persons, as well as others, are encouraged to apply. HEAD OF REFERENCE/INFORMATION SERVICES AND COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT. Administers a department of 16 professionals and 31 support staff responsible for reference service, collection development, user education, computer searching, interlibrary loans, government documents, copy service, and four branch libraries (Architecture, Music, Optometry, and Pharmacy). Under the general direction of the Assistant Director for Public Services and Collection Development, this position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing the operations of the department, training and evaluating staff, and for the direct supervision of the Assistant Head of Reference, the coordinators of the department's service programs, and the branch librarians. Current projects include a collection analysis project, implementation of a library skills workbook into the English core curriculum, and planning for the impact on reference and branch libraries of an online catalog, circulation, and acquisition system. Requires ALA-accredited MLS, substantial professional experience (3+ years) in a major academic or research librry, proven supervisory capability, substantial experience in reference services, leadership ability with strong interpersonal skills, excellent oral and written communication skills. Desirable qualifications include: experience in other areas of responsibility of reference department, with collection development experience highly desirably. Salary from upper $20s, depending on qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits, including choice of retirement programs, 88% of Social Security paid for first $16,500 of salary. The University of Houston-University Park Libraries have a 1.4 million volume collection, a 1983/84 acquisitions budget of over $2 million, and a staff of 54 professionals and 170 support staff. The library is a member of ARL. To ensure consideration applications must be received by July 10, 1983. Preliminary interviews available at ALA. Send letter of application, names of three references, and resume to: Dana Rooks, University Houston Libraries, 4800 Calhoun, Houston, TX 77004. Equal opportunity employer. HEAD OF TECHNICAL SERVICES. Responsible for all technical services operations; interacts with Centralized Serials, Acquisitions, and Cataloging Units in Bloomington; includes some public services responsibilities, including reference. MLS from ALA-accredited library school, reading knowledge of at least one modern European language; ability to supervise staff and deal with complicated procedures; 2-3 years experience required; knowledge of AACR2; must be able to meet the responsibilities of a tenure-track appointment. Assistant Librarian rank, minimum salary $16,000. 22 days vacation, Blue Cross-Blue Shield, dental, life, TIAA/CREF. Closing date July 7, 1983. Send letter of application and resume, including names of three references, to: James Mullins, Director, Indiana University at South Bend, P0 Box 7111, South Bend, IN 46634. Indiana University is an EEO/AA employer. 218 / C &RL News HUMANITIES OR SOCIAL SCIENCES/REFERENCE LIBRARIAN, The Bniversity of Texas at San Antonio Library. Duties include general reference, collection development in area of expertise, online searching, library instruction and some supervisory responsibility. ALA-accredited MLS degree and second master's in one of the humanities or social sciences, training in online database searching required. Experience in any of the areas of responsibility highly desirable. Salary: $15,000 minimum for 12 months with usual fringe benefits. Send letter of application, resume, and names of three references to: Margaret A. Joseph, Assistant Director for Public Services, The University of Texas at San Antonio Library, San Antonio, TX 78285. UTSA is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. LIBRARIAN. Maine Maritime Academy is seeking a librarian with skills in both reader services and technical services with a strong interest in computer applications. Qualifications: MLS, familiarity with AACR2 and with automation. Academic library experience with working knowledge of OCLC, LC classification, and online bibliographical searching preferred. Interest in maritime field desirable. Salary: $18,200. Twelve-month appointment. Available: August 15, 1983. Send letter of application, resume, and three references by June 30, 1983, to: Marjorie Harrison, Librarian, Maine Maritime Academy, Box C-l, Castine, ME 04420. LIBRARIAN, REFERENCE DIVISION, Maryland Historical Society. MLS, genealogical research experience, general knowledge of Maryland history. Administers collection of books, specialized files. Supervises reference and cataloging activity. Plans for improvement of organization and accessibility of collections, including automated acquisitions and cataloging routines. Minimum: $12,800. Generous benefits. Available July 1. Resumes to: William B. Keller, Maryland Historical Society, 201 W. Monument St., Baltimore, MD 21201. MUSIC CATALOGER. The University of Arizona is seeking a professional librarian responsible for original cataloging of music scores, recordings, and monographs. Serves as the liaison to the staff of the music collection. Requirements: an ALA-accredited degree; experience in cataloging both scores and recordings according to AACR2; strong background or degree in music; experience with LC classification and LCSH; facility with French and German languages preferred; experience with OCLC or a similar utility desired. Salary range $16‚500-$21,000. Professional librarians at UA have faculty status but twelve-month continuing appointments, earn 22 days of vacation, and have a standard package of holidays and other benefits. Send letter of application, resume, and names of three referees by July 15 to: W. David Laird, University Librarian, University of Arizona Library, Tucson, AZ 85721. The University is an EE0/AA employer. REFERENCE LIBRARIAN, St. Mary’s College of Maryland. The College is a publicly-supported liberal arts college with no religious affiliation, located on the water in the country 70 miles southeast of Washington, DC. Duties: reference desk work, bibliographic instruction, online searching (experience in BRS or DIALOG preferred). We are seeking someone with a strong commitment to public services in general and bibliographic instruction in particular. Schedule includes nights and weekends. Qualifications: MLS from ALA-accredited library school. Prefer* given candidates with some previous professional experience. Salary starting range: $14,666-$15,520, depending on background and experience. TIAA/CREF or Maryland State Retirement, 22 days annual leave, Blue Cross-Blue Shield. Applications accepted through July 1, position available August 1983. Send resume and ask three references to write letters of reference to: John G. Williamson, Director of the Library, St. June 1983 / 219 Mary’s College of Maryland, St. Mary's City, MD 20686. St. Mary's College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. REFERENCE LIBRARIAN, University of California, Irvine. Entry level position at Assistant Librarian rank. Responsibilities: general and subject/specialized reference service ranging from factual information to in- depth research. Reference collection development (selection, weeding, and management) in literature and other humanities. Liaison with faculty and students in subject areas. Active participation in orientation and bibliographic instruction program at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Participation in and contribution to general work of the department. Some night and weekend work required. Qualifications: required— MLS, strong commitment to public service with an emphasis on bibliographic instruction and clear commitment to the profession, strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to work effectively, independently, and cooperatively with others; desirable— MA in English or American literature, professional experience in public service, training or experience in bibliographic instruction, knowledge of both traditional and machine-assisted reference services in an academic library. Assistant Librarian salary range, $17,412-$22,284 per year, depending upon qualifications and experience. Benefits in UC equal to approximately 40% of salary. Applicants need to send letters, resumes, and the names of three references to: Michael J. Maclnnes, Library Personnel Office, University of California-Irvine, PO Box 19557, Irvine, CA 92713; (714) 833-7115. Deadline for applications: July 1, 1983. Applicants should indicate whether they will be available for a preliminary interview at the June ALA Conference. UCI is an affirmative action employer. Women and minorities especially encouraged to apply for this position. SERIALS CATALOGER. Responsible for cataloging and classification of serials in all subject areas. Required: MLS from ALA-accredited school or equivalent; working knowledge of AACR2, LC classification and LC subject headings. Reading knowledge of Spanish and familiarity with OCLC preferred. Appointment at Librarian I level. Minimum salary $16,000. Liberal benefits. Twelve months academic appointment. Closing date for applications July 15, 1983. Please forward resume and three letters of recommendation to: Kate Maniscalco, Administrative Assistant, Tulane University Libraries, New Orleans, LA 70118. An equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. SCIENCE/SOCIAL SCIENCE CATALOGER. The University of Arizona is seeking a professional librarian responsible for the original cataloging of monographs in selected subject areas, including geography, geology, statistics, economics, and technology. UA is a large, academic research library. Requirements: an ALA-accredited degree; working knowledge of AACR2; experience with LC classification; experience with OCLC or a similar utility; at least one foreign language. Advanced degree in a science or social science field is desirable. Salary range $16,500-$21,000. Professional librarians at UA have faculty status but twelve month continuing appointments, earn 22 days of vacation, and have a standard package of holidays and other benefits. Send letter of application, resume, and names of three referees by July 15 to: W. David Laird, University Librarian, University of Arizona Library, Tucson, AZ 85721. The University is an EEO/AA employer. 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Peter Weil, Newbery Library C areful handling o f rare research m aterials is a m ajor concern. N ote the cradle, b ooksnake, an d use o f pencil. Special Collections Desk Duty: Preventing Damage Anthony J. A m odeo Carbondale, Illinois The desk attendant in a special collections, rare book, or archives reading room is in a unique position regarding the conservation of the collections. Both surveillance for the prevention of theft and monitor­ ing the physical treatment of materials are obviously important responsibilities. An additional contribu­ tion which deserves attention is the desk attendant’s attitude toward the collections and their handling, which is picked up by both patrons and staff. The following suggestions have been drawn up as a sample of the kinds of concerns that should be addressed in the training of special collections desk attendants. (continued on p. 180)