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1. [AUTO-CAT] Job Announcement: Processing Supervisor for Library Project (New Orleans, LA) 2. [AUTO-CAT] Job posting: Cornell Universuty Library ------------------------------ Date: Tue, 4 Aug 2009 15:33:46 -0500 From: Patty De Anda <[log in to unmask]> <[log in to unmask]> Subject: Job Announcement: Processing Supervisor for Library Project (New Orleans, LA) Library Associates Companies (LAC) is seeking candidates for immediate consideration for the position of Processing Supervisor. The primary role of the Processing Supervisor is to oversee the workflow in the Processing Area and to develop and oversee the procedures for the processing function areas supervised. The Processing Supervisor has oversight of the Processing Area, which includes Bindery, Processing, and Shelving with inputs from Acquisitions, Cataloging, and special HTML projects. The Processing Supervisor reports directly to the Project Manager and supervises the Processing Team staff members. Primary Responsibilities This list represents the primary duties and responsibilities of the position and is not intended to be all-inclusive. * Supervise Processing Area staff (currently Processing staff includes one Shelving Supervisor, one Processing Technician, three Library Assistants, and two Labeling Clerks). * Set daily assignments and priorities for all staff in processing area. * Provide oversight for Belfor reinstatement portion of the project. * Coordinate processing with both Cataloging and Acquisitions teams. * Provide oversight for Government Documents sorting, shelving, and basi= c inventory of items being withdrawn from the collection. * Train new Processing staff members and ensure their following of estab= lished procedures. * Provide ongoing quality control (QC) to ensure that all processed mate= rials accurately follow our client's processing documentation. * Trouble-shoot problems, and handle difficult or problematic items incl= uding obtaining and implementing judgments as to best practices for unique = items. * Perform standard processing and/or labeling tasks to maintain workflow= , as is necessary. * Provide semi-monthly reports to Project Manager regarding work and pro= gress made by Processing Area staff. * Write and maintain procedure manuals for assigned special projects and= for specific tasks. * Prepare shipments to HTML and oversee remote shelving. * Participate in meetings with our client's principal points of contact,= as needed, with regards to updates on the Processing Area. * Other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications * Minimum 2 years of experience working in a library setting performing = tasks related to circulation, shelving, or physical processing. * Prior supervisory experience, and an effective management style. * Prior experience training and orienting employees. * Ability to use metrics effectively and to link staff duties to project= goals. * Ability to work in a production-driven environment with constantly shi= fting priorities and demands. * Effective written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications * Experience with Voyager or other library integrated system (ILS). Knowledge of Dewey, LC, and SuDoc classification schemes. * Experience in an academic library. To Apply * Please send resume and cover letter to LAC Recruiting Team at jobs= @libraryassociates.com<mailto:[log in to unmask]> <[log in to unmask]>. * Please use "Processing Supervisor #1267" as the Subject field of y= our email. * LAC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer who valu= es diversity in the workplace. Patty De Anda Communications & Projects Associate Library Associates Companies / LAC 6500 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 2240 Los Angeles, CA 90048 800.987.6794 toll free 323.302.9439 local 323.852.1093 fax www.libraryassociates.com<http://www.libraryassociates.com/> <http://www.libraryassociates.com/> [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> <[log in to unmask]> LAC on Facebook<http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=3D2411007137> <http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=3D2411007137> LAC on LinkedIn<http://www.linkedin.com/companies/library-associates> <http://www.linkedin.com/companies/library-associates> Patty on Facebook<http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=3D1034066802&ref= =3Dprofile>