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From My Shop.... -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Job ad, Cataloger, Appalachian State University Date: Thu, 09 Aug 2007 14:52:57 -0400 From: Beth Cramer <[log in to unmask]> Reply-To: [log in to unmask] To: [log in to unmask] *Catalog Librarian* The University Library at Appalachian State University seeks an innovative and proactive cataloger eager to explore the future of bibliographic control and to join a library seeking excellence. *Responsibilities* The Catalog Librarian is responsible for cataloging monographs and serials in all formats for Special Collections and other collections as needed, including original and complex copy cataloging using AACR2R, LC rule interpretations, MARC formats, LC and Dewey Classifications, and LC subject headings; and participating in the development, documentation, and evaluation of cataloging procedures. Library personnel work in a collegial, team-based environment and participate in additional activities as assigned. Faculty are expected to take leadership roles within the Library and University and to engage in an on-going program of scholarship and professional service. *Qualifications* Required · ALA-accredited Master’s degree. A second advanced degree in a relevant field or plans to pursue such a degree (a second advanced degree is required to be eligible for the rank of assistant professor).** · Knowledge of AACR2rev., LCRIs, LCSH, LC Classification, and MARC.** · Ability to perform accurate and expeditious original and complex copy cataloging in a variety of formats** · Excellent written and oral communication skills.** · Commitment to engaging in an active program of scholarship and professional service.** Preferred · Cataloging experience in an academic library. · Cataloging experience in multiple formats. · Demonstrated awareness of new and emerging standards relevant to bibliographic control. · Reading knowledge of one or more foreign languages. · Experience with Web authoring. · Life experiences similar to those of underrepresented populations of Appalachian. The Library strongly encourages applications from members of ethnic and racial groups of Appalachian’s student minorities, principally African American, Latino Americans, Native American and Asian Americans. This twelve-month tenure track position will be available in the Fall of 2007. The position may be filled at the Instructor, Assistant Professor, or Associate Professor ranks. Rank as an Assistant or Associate Professor and continued employment beyond the Instructor term requires an advanced degree in addition to the MLS. Salary and rank are determined on the basis of qualifications and experience. Minimum salaries for the ranks are: Instructor $39,000, Assistant Professor $42,000, and Associate Professor $45,000. *Initial review of applications begins September 4, 2007 and will continue until the position is filled. *Send complete application, including a statement of qualifications, a full resume of education and relevant experience, and the name, address, email, and telephone number of at least three persons who are knowledgeable about your qualifications for this position to: Dr. Mary Reichel, attn: Catalog Librarian Search, Belk Library and Information Commons, 218 College Street, Appalachian State University, Boone, NC 28608, or electronically to Sherrye Perry at [log in to unmask] <mailto:[log in to unmask]>.** Appalachian State University is a member institution of the sixteen-campus University of North Carolina System. Located in Boone, North Carolina, the University has approximately 15,000 students, primarily in bachelors and masters programs in both liberal arts and applied fields. Appalachian has both a traditional residential campus and a variety of distance education programs. Additional information about the Belk Library and Information Commons, the University, and the surrounding area may be found within www.appstate.edu <http://www.appstate.edu/>. Appalachian State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply.