Responsibilities: This professional position is part of the nonprint cataloging team and reports to the Senior Librarian in Nonprint Cataloging. The position is responsible for cataloging and classification of special collections material and nonprint adult and juvenile material. Some original cataloging will be required. This position may supervise a Library Assistant.

Qualifications: Required: Demonstrated knowledge of Dewey classification, LC subject headings and AACR2; understanding of authority work and experience using OCLC and editing MARC format records. Awareness of national trends in nonprint cataloging and demonstrated ability to work independently. Preferred: One or more years of recent cataloging experience. Experience cataloging nonprint material, visual and sound recordings. Experience with the cataloging module of SIRSI Workflows system or similar automation system. Interest in attaining OCLC enhanced status for visual and/or sound recordings material.

Application: Library contact information: Ms. Diane Moser, Human Resources Coordinator, Main Library, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Phone: (904) 630-2427. You can complete an on-line City of Jacksonville Employment Application by going to the following web site: www.coj.net. Click on "I want to" then "apply for a job" and follow the prompts. The City of Jacksonville is an equal opportunity/equal access employer. Applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation by us at (904) 630-2427.

Position Description: The Publicity Officer is responsible for initiating, planning, coordinating, and implementing the informational, promotional, and advertising activities of the Music Library Association. The Publicity Officer is an ex-officio member of the Development Committee, the Publications Committee, the Membership Committee, the Marketing Subcommittee, and the Organizational Liaison Committee. The Publicity Officer reports to the President and Board of Directors and prepares the budget and the annual report.

Responsibilities: Increases the visibility of MLA, including writing press releases. Publicizes MLA activities, including announcements of awards, future meetings, and publications. Maintains publicity database. Works with Scarecrow Press on publicity for co-publications. Works with AR-Editions staff/MLA Business Office in order to keep publicity materials current. Arranges and coordinates MLA Exhibits at the annual meeting as well as meetings of other organizations.

Job Requirements: Membership in the Music Library Association with a good understanding of its organizational structure and publications. Effective communication skills including excellent writing and editorial skills. Experience in writing press releases desirable. Ability to be creative in enhancing and intensifying the visibility of the Association. Excellent organizational and management skills.

Honorarium: $2,000 per annum and expenses necessary to carry out responsibilities.

Term: Term to begin before the Washington D.C. meeting; annual reappointment up to four years.

Application Deadline: 15 June 2003

Application: Send nominations or letters of application accompanied by a résumé and the names of three references to Leslie Bennett, Chair, Publicity Officer Search Committee, Knight Library, 1299 University of Oregon, Eugene, OR 97403-1299, lbennett@oregon.uoregon.edu. Interviews will be held via conference calls. The other members of the Search Committee are Linda Solow Blotner and Alan Karass.

Description: The Center for Afroamerican and African Studies seeks applicants for an Archivist and Director of its new African Diasporas Music Collection, including the African American Music Collection. This is a full-time position.

Duties: Assess and catalog the current collection of more than 150,000 items, applying the latest interpretations of the standard catalog rules. Assist in responding to reference needs of users. Work with Faculty Committees in developing new holdings in African and Caribbean Music.

Qualifications: Degree in music, MLS or equivalent from an ALA-accredited institution, two years cataloging experience using AACR, MARC, LCSH, and an on-line utility such as OCLC. Substantial knowledge of African American and African contributions to music.

Rank & Salary: Professional and Academic twelve month appointment. $45,000-60,000.

Deadline: Open until filled.

Application: Send curriculum vitae and three letters of recommendation to: Archivist Search, Professor James S. Jackson, CAAS, 550 East University, 106 West Hall, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1092.