Valparaiso University Law Library - Catalog Librarian Position

From: Michael J. Bushbaum (mike.bushbaum@valpo.edu)
Date: Mon Mar 05 2007 - 08:44:11 PST


Valparaiso University School of Law Library
Catalog Librarian


The Valparaiso University School of Law Library is accepting applications for the position of Catalog Librarian.

Responsibilities: Manage all aspects of the Law Library’s catalog (shared with one other library on campus.) Includes creation of original and copy cataloging for all formats including electronic; management of outsourced and/or system provided authority work; coordination of library system functions and training for the Law Library; implementation and management of outsourcing of cataloging, depending on library’s requirements; initiation and establishment of new cataloging projects; organization of workflow and supervision of one FTE support staff (Interlibrary Loan Manager/Assistant Cataloger) and student aide. Work with other librarians on collection development. Possibly participate in reference service at a later date. Catalog Librarian reports to Associate Dean for Library Services (Law School).

Qualifications: Required: Master’s Degree from an ALA-accredited library school. Preferred: Advanced cataloging class, internship, and/or two years experience in cataloging or technical services, with experience with OCLC, knowledge of MARC, AACR2R, LCSH, LC classification; experience with ILS, preferably Innovative Millennium. Law library experience an advantage. Ability to implement projects. Good communication and interpersonal skills including ability to work with other librarians in Law Library and campus Library System Administrator.

Title and rank will depend on education and experience. Salary is competitive and the position includes benefits.
Founded in 1859, Valparaiso University has been known for its outstanding liberal arts education and professional programs. Its location in northwest Indiana provides the benefits of the premier city of Chicago, the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore on Lake Michigan, and the friendliness of the residential community of Valparaiso.
Valparaiso University is an equal opportunity employer.

Applications will be considered until the position is filled. Applications received by April 3 will be assured of consideration.

Send letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses and phone numbers of three references to
Michael J. Bushbaum
Associate Law Librarian for Access Services
Valparaiso University School of Law Library
656 S. Greenwich St.
Valparaiso, IN 46383
 
219-465-7822
mike.bushbaum@valpo.edu



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Michael Bushbaum 		School of Law Library
Associate Law Librarian		Valparaiso University
for Access Services     		

656 S. Greenwich St.	  	Valparaiso, IN  46383
219 465-7822			219 465-7917 (fax)
        email:  Mike.Bushbaum@valpo.edu  



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