Below is a re-advertised  position announcement for the Head of Cataloging at Murray State University.  Please note that the application deadline has been extended.

 

Assistant Professor/Head of Cataloging, University Libraries, Murray State University.  Full-time tenure track position to begin July 2008.  Qualifications:  ALA-accredited master’s degree required. Must show demonstrated experience with copy and original cataloging and supervisory experience.  Familiarity with existing and new cataloging standards such as MARC, LC subject headings, and AACR2; familiarity with an Integrated Library System, prefer Voyager; and knowledge of OCLC services are required.   Responsibilities:  Coordinates and supervises all operations related to cataloging to maximize library user access; prepares and ensures quality of original and complex copy cataloging for library materials of all formats; conducts analysis of existing workflows and develops creative solutions for making workflows more efficient; participates in library, and university and state/regional committees. The Murray State University library system is striving to reach university expansion initiatives, including participation in the implementation of a new university-wide portal.  Application Deadline: April 4, 2008.  To Apply:  Submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, names, addresses, email and telephone numbers of three references to:  Nancy Jones, Head of Cataloging Screening Committee Secretary, 205 Waterfield Library, Murray State University, Murray, KY  42071-3307.  Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.  Murray State University is an equal education and employment opportunity M/F/D/, AA employer.