PLACEMENT
SERVICE
JOB
LIST
MARCH
2004
2003-2004, No. 7
The MINNESOTA ORCHESTRA, Minneapolis, Minnesota, is looking
for an Assistant Principal Librarian.
MUSIC LIBRARY SERVICES COMPANY, Wilmington, North Carolina, is looking for a Customer Service Representative.
The NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY, New York, New York, is looking
for a Librarian/Senior Librarian, Cataloging Office.
The NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY, New York, New York, is looking
for a Specialist II (or Specialist I on a training basis) for the Research Libraries/Technical Services/Performing Arts Processing Project .
RIPM: RETROSPECTIVE INDEX TO MUSIC PERIODICALS (1800-1950), Baltimore, Maryland, is looking
for a Full-time Editor.
The UNIVERSITY OF HARTFORD, West Hartford, Connecticut,
is looking for the Head of Library Technologies.
The UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS-URBANA-CHAMPAIGN is looking
for a Music Librarian and Associate Professor or Professor of Library
Administration (Revised).
The UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS-AUSTIN is looking for the
Head of the Music Cataloging Unit.
The UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MILWAUKEE is looking for
a Cataloger/Metadata Librarian.
POSITIONS PREVIOUSLY POSTED
ARKANSAS TECH UNIVERSITY, Russellville, Arkansas, is looking for a Music/Multimedia Librarian.
The ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL, Aspen, Colorado, is looking for an Orchestra Librarian.
The COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY, Ewing, New Jersey, is looking for a Music/Media Librarian.
INDIANA UNIVERSITY, Bloomington, Indiana, is looking for a Head of the Music Library.
MCGILL UNIVERSITY, Montreal, Quebec, is looking for a Music Reference Librarian.
NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY, Evanston, Illinois, is looking for the Head of the Music Library (Deadline extended to March 12, 2004).
RUTGERS UNIVERSITY, New Brunswick, New Jersey, is looking for a Music/Performing Arts Librarian.
The UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, Santa Barbara, California, is looking for a Project Manager/Editor for the Encyclopedic Discography of Victor Records.
The MINNESOTA ORCHESTRA, Minneapolis, Minnesota, is looking for an Assistant Principal Librarian.
Responsibilities: Duties include music acquisition and music preparation for educational and pops programs, and for auditions; as well as supervising research and cataloguing. Concert duty and database upkeep are shared responsibilities.
Qualifications: Prior orchestra library experience required; familiarity with OPAS preferred.
Salary & Benefits: This is a full-time bargaining-unit position.
Deadline: Auditions will be held in May; the winning candidate will start by fall of 2004. The opening will be announced in the February issue of the International Musician.
Application: Please send one-page resume to:
Julie Haight-Curran
Orchestra Personnel Manager
Minnesota Orchestra
1111 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55403
Fax: (612) 371-0838
E-mail: audition@mnorch.org
MUSIC LIBRARY SERVICES COMPANY, Wilmington, North Carolina, is looking for a Customer Service Representative.
Responsibilities: Provide superior customer service to the libraries we currently serve. The customer service contact enters all incoming orders that arrive by fax, email and mail. Manages and imports orders from our website. Handles all inquiries, questions and problems by email and phone. Processes weekly Billboard chart data and standing orders. Maintains and processes monthly standing orders and approval plans. Researches claims and other customer inquiries. This position will also assist new customers with questions and collection development. Also the development of information and content for website and promotional mailers. Ideal opportunity for someone with creativity, vision and initiative to use their library and music knowledge to serve other librarians.
Preferred Qualifications: One or more years of library experience. Knowledge of the acquisitions process. Substantial experience with computers (Microsoft Office), email and internet. Broad knowledge of music and desire to work with music librarians and public librarians. Excellent communication skills and ability to prioritize and manage work flow. Spanish language skills a plus.
Salary & Benefits: Salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications. Benefits include paid vacations, eleven paid holidays, five annual sick/personal days, health insurance supplement, four-day work week in July and August. No weekend or night hours needed.
Deadline: Position available March 1, 2004 with a flexible start date. This is a full-time, permanent position located in coastal Wilmington, NC. We offer normal office hours Monday-Friday with little or no travel. Annual attendance to MLA conference is company paid.
Application: Send a letter of application and resume to the attention of Dana Jaunzemis at jobs@mlscmusic.com.
The NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY, New York, New York, is looking for a Librarian/Senior Librarian, Cataloging Office.
Responsibilities: Under the direction of Head, Cataloging, Manager of Bibliographic Systems, catalogs and classifies musical scores, musical and non-musical sound recordings and monographs in English and World Languages, videos and authority control facility. Manipulates existing bibliographic utility and local catalog authorities and cross references. Plans and executes special cataloging assignments including training professional and paraprofessional staff, contributing to the development of procedures and manuals, and preparing reports. Performs related duties as required.
Eligibility Requirements: ALA-accredited Master's degree in Library and Information Studies. Demonstrated substantial knowledge of music history, music terminology, and music notation. Successfully demonstrated knowledge of Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, Library of Congress Subject and Name Headings, Dewey Decimal Classification, MARC formats, and principles of authority control. Successfully demonstrated experience using an online bibliographic utility, such as OCLC, and an online local cataloging system. Demonstrated ability to work well independently and to plan and execute complex projects. Good oral and written communication skills. Successfully demonstrated supervisory experience preferred. Reading knowledge of music preferred. Reading knowledge of one or more Romance languages preferred.
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. or 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Some Saturdays required. Schedule subject to change.
Deadline: Consideration of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Application: Please mail, fax or e-mail resume
and cover letter including the code AM-ML to:
The New York Public Library
Human Resources Department
188 Madison Avenue, Fifth Floor
New York, NY 10016
Fax: 212-592-7327
E-mail: amresumes@nypl.org.
The NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY, New York, New York, is looking for a Specialist II (or Specialist I on a training basis) for the Research Libraries/Technical Services/Performing Arts Processing Project.
Responsibilities: Under the general supervision of the Librarian III, processes and creates finding aids for music and sound recording materials. Writes and encodes finding aids. Identifies conservation needs. Consults, as needed, with appropriate NYPL archival, conservation and cataloging staff. Performs related duties as required.
Requirements: ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies, or an equivalent Masters degree in history or archival studies, and demonstrated experience in the processing of archival collections and non-book materials. Undergraduate degree in music or music history preferred. Successfully demonstrated professional experience required for appointment at the Specialist II level. Successfully demonstrated professional archival experience. Successfully demonstrated knowledge of and experience with AACR2, MARC formats and Encoded Archival Description using XMetal. Ability to apply standard archival techniques in the appraisal, arrangement and description of archival records, including the creation of finding aids. Successfully demonstrated ability to work in a computer-cataloging environment utilizing RLIN, OCLC and/or an integrated library system, preferably CATNYP. Demonstrated ability to follow detailed instructions. Good written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated initiative, accuracy, attention to detail, judgment and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Experience in handling and cataloging sound recordings, including original cataloging preferred. Demonstrated ability to read music notation preferred.
Deadline: Until filled
Application: Please send cover letter and resume. When emailing, please refer to job code LS-S2DWP in the subject line. Mail to:
The New York Public Library
HR Dept, Code LS-S2DWP
188 Madison Ave 5th Floor
New York, NY 10016
Fax: 212-592-7327
Email: lsresumes@nypl.org
RIPM: RETROSPECTIVE INDEX TO MUSIC PERIODICALS (1800-1950), Baltimore, Maryland, is looking for a Full-time Editor.
General Information: RIPM is published under the auspices of the International Musicological Society, International Association of Music Libraries, Archives, and Documentation Centres, and UNESCO's International Council for Philosophy and Humanistic Studies. The position is intended for a "hands-on," "get-things-done" person with strong interests in bibliography and information technology. The candidate should be interested in pursuing a wide range of activities, working within an international context, and developing creative solutions to problems.
Responsibilities:
(1) edit RIPM publications under direction of RIPM's Senior Editor
(2) create RIPM records for publication
(3) prepare grant proposals in collaboration with RIPM's Director
(4) assist in coordinating RIPM's online full-text music periodicals initiative
(5) represent RIPM at national and international meetings and conferences
(6) edit texts, promotional materials, and a quarterly information
bulletin for www.ripm.org.
Minimum Qualifications: A Master's degree in Library Science (music specialization), or, an M.A. in Musicology with at least three years of pertinent work experience. Experience in one or more of the following areas is essential: information technology, music bibliography, editing, grant writing, and administration. Foreign language skills are sought but not essential.
Salary & Benefits: In the years ahead we expect this position to grow in importance within the RIPM organization, with commensurate movements of salary and benefits.
Deadline: March 31, 2004
Application: Applications should include a Curriculum
Vitae, the names and addresses (email if possible) of three individuals
familiar with the applicant's work, and a writing sample (e.g., published
article or book, grant application, unpublished research paper) to:
Search Committee
RIPM International Center
The Wyman Towers
3100 St. Paul St., Suite 511
Baltimore, Maryland 21218
The UNIVERSITY OF HARTFORD, West Hartford, Connecticut, is looking for the Head of Library Technologies
General Information: The University of Hartford is a dynamic, comprehensive, independent institution located on a lovely 325-acre campus in suburban West Hartford, Connecticut. The University Libraries, which consist of the main library (Mortensen) and the music library (Allen), house over 470,000 books, 3,600 print and electronic journal titles, numerous scores and audiovisual materials, microform, and online resources supporting the educational mission of the University. With state-of-the-art technology, the Libraries serve as the University’s primary resource for information and research.
Responsibilities: The University of Hartford Libraries invite applicants for the position of Head of Library Technologies in its Library Technologies Department. The person chosen for the position will be a creative and motivated individual who is committed to facilitating the use of library systems for scholarship and research. Responsibilities include: developing, supporting, and maintaining the Libraries’ integrated library system (Voyager), as well as various digital tools and collections; providing technical expertise and support for library services to students, faculty, and staff; supervising department staff (1.5 FTE); serving on internal and external committees related to computing and information technology as well as the Library Council composed of department heads; advising the Library Director in long-term planning and budgeting and administering the budget for technology; determining the Libraries’ hardware and software needs and purchasing necessary equipment; and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with the campus IT department, ILS and software vendors. The Head of Library Technologies participates in a broad range of activities, in collaboration with other library staff, to enhance and develop the delivery of content and services.
Qualifications: Graduate degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution; 3-5 years of work experience; experience with an automated library system (preferably Voyager); experience delivering digital services in an academic environment; experience managing complex projects, and developing collaborative partnerships; knowledge of database design, web authoring tools, structured markup and common scripting languages; knowledge of microcomputer and server hardware, Windows and Solaris/UNIX operating systems; ability to set and maintain high work standards; and proven interpersonal skills.
Salary & Benefits: The University offers a competitive benefits package including tuition.
Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Application: Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three references should be sent as a Word attachment via email to the Human Resources Department (hrd@hartford.edu). Submissions via regular mail are also welcomed and can be sent to: Human Resources Development, University of Hartford, 200 Bloomfield Ave., West Hartford, CT 06117. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national and ethnic origin, disability, sexual orientation, marital status or veteran status. The University of Hartford is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer.
The UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS-URBANA-CHAMPAIGN is looking for a Music Librarian and Associate Professor or Professor of Library Administration (Revised).
Responsibilities: Reporting to the University Librarian, and working cooperatively with faculty of the School of Music and the Arts & Humanities Division Coordinator, the Music Librarian is responsible for the administration of all Music Library programs and services, including personnel, public service, collection development and management, budget management, and cataloging. The Librarian hires and supervises staff, oversees the budget including endowment funds, and along with other personnel, provides reference services and research assistance to the Library's clientele. The Music Librarian also maintains communication with the School of Music Library Committee; represents the Music Library in local, national, and international activities; writes and coordinates grants; and in cooperation with the Library Development & Public Affairs Office, identifies and cultivates potential donors.
Qualifications: Required: Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited North American Library School or its equivalent. Master's degree or equivalent graduate-level coursework in music. Minimum of five years relevant experience in a research library, including oversight of collection development. Knowledge of the information needs of music scholars, graduate students, and undergraduates. Substantial experience with new technologies, e.g. digitization, scanning, full-text databases, online indexing, and search engines. Demonstrated ability to plan and implement new programs and services. Leadership skills, including the ability to manage change in a positive manner. Superior oral and written communication skills. Ability to work cooperatively and collegially with colleagues, students, academic faculty, and the larger user community in a complex, changing, and multicultural environment. Demonstrated superior interpersonal skills. Evidence of research and scholarship sufficient to meet university standards for a tenured faculty appointment. Reading knowledge of one or more Western European languages beyond English. Desired: Broad knowledge of music history, repertory, and literature. Concern for the common goals of the arts and humanities disciplines. Evidence of active participation in professional organizations in the field of music and/or librarianship. Familiarity with library preservation and principles of archives and special collections.
Salary, Rank & Benefits: Salary is competitive and is commensurate with experience and credentials for appointment at the Associate Professor or Professor level. Twelve-month appointment; 24 work days vacation per year, 11 paid holidays, 12 days annual sick leave (cumulative) plus an additional 13 days (non-cumulative) per year if necessary; health insurance, requiring a small co-payment, is provided to employees (coverage for dependents may be purchased); participation in the State Universities Retirement System, which includes several private options, is compulsory (8% of staff member's salary is withheld); newly hired university employees are covered by the Medicare portion of Social Security, and are subject to its deduction.
Deadline: In order to ensure maximum consideration, applications and nominations should be received by March 15, 2004. Interviews may occur before the closing date with a decision made as soon as possible after closing date. The position is available June 1, 2004.
Application: Send letter of application and complete curriculum vitae with the names, addresses, telephone numbers and email address (where available) of five references to Cindy Kelly, Head, Library Human Resources, University of Illinois Library at Urbana-Champaign, 1408 West Gregory Drive, Suite 127, Urbana, IL 61801. Email: libhr@library.uiuc.edu. Electronic applications are acceptable initially, but must be followed by a hard copy with signature. Phone: (217) 333-8169. The University of Illinois is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
The UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS-AUSTIN is looking for the Head of the Music Cataloging Unit.
Responsibilities: The Head of the Music Cataloging Unit is responsible for managing the operations of the Music Cataloging Unit, which includes supervision of the other two staff in the unit (one fte librarian and 0.75 fte library assistant); provide original and some copy cataloging of music scores, sound recordings, videos and a variety of other formats, using OCLC, MARC, AACR2rev, LCSH, LC classification and metadata schema. Responsibilities also include collaboration with staff in other library units on and off campus. The Music Cataloging Unit is part of the General Libraries Technical Services Division. The position reports to the Head of the Cataloging Department. The Music Cataloging Unit provides cataloging services for a variety of music materials for the Fine Arts Library, the Benson Latin American Collection, the Center for American History, the Undergraduate Library, and the Historical Music Recordings Collection as well as digital sound and music materials produced by the Digital Library Services Division of The University of Texas Libraries.
Qualifications: Required Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited graduate program; a strong background in music; at least 2 years experience cataloging music in a variety of formats, using MARC, AACR, LCSH and LC classification; supervisory experience. Preferred Qualifications: Advanced degree in Music; NACO experience; experience cataloging diverse types of music; experience working on grant applications and grant funded projects; familiarity with current trends and developments in Cataloging, including metadata schema; knowledge of standards for cataloging electronic resources; working knowledge of another European language. Experience with an interactive library system. Demonstrated potential for leadership in university, state, national, and international programs and initiatives. Demonstrated excellent communication, problem-solving and interpersonal skills. Successful candidates will display evidence of initiative, creative energy and resourcefulness and a proven ability to work collaboratively and efficiently.
Salary & Benefits: $45,000 - $55,000 annually or more, depending on qualifications and experience. No state or local income tax. Standard state benefits package including annual vacation and sick leave, paid holidays, retirement plans, and health insurance options (comprehensive major medical and HMO plans, dental, vision, life, and disability). Deferred compensation and tax sheltered annuity programs also available.
Deadline: Review of applications will begin on March 19, 2004. The position will remain open until filled.
Application: To apply, send a letter of interest explaining how your work experience addresses the needs cited above; a resume; a statement of salary requirements; and the names, addresses (including email), and telephone numbers of three professional references to Carol Johnson (c-johnson@mail.utexas.edu), The University of Texas at Austin, The General Libraries, P.O. Box P, Austin, Texas 78713-8916. Please refer to job posting number 04-02-02-01-0080. The University of Texas at Austin has a strong commitment to diversity and encourages applications and nominations from individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups. For more information, see UT Library Online (http://www.lib.utexas.edu/). An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
The UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MILWAUKEE is looking for a Cataloger/Metadata Librarian.
Responsibilities: Reporting to the Head of the Monographs Department, works with Department Head and other staff to develop, implement, problem-solve, and train others in the application of computer technologies, e.g., computer-based cataloging interfaces, software, macros, file management, and reports, to enhance the bibliographic retrieval needs of the UWM community. Performs original and complex copy cataloging of direct and remote access electronic resources, other nonbook resources, and print monographs in English and foreign languages. Participates in new metadata initiatives as directed. Trains library staff and School of Information Studies interns and fieldworkers in electronic and nonbook cataloging practices and procedures. With other members of the Technical Services Division staff, contributes to catalog management policy decisions for the library's local system. Trains library staff and School of Information Studies interns and fieldworkers in monographic, electronic, and nonbook resource cataloging practices and procedures.
Qualifications: Required: ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS, with course work in cataloging; demonstrated facility working with computer-based applications and files in a Windows environment; general knowledge of the Internet and World Wide Web; knowledge of current automated library systems; experience with automated bibliographic utilities, e.g., OCLC; working knowledge of AACR2, LC classification and subject headings, and MARC formats; current reading knowledge of at least one foreign language; proven analytical problem solving skills; ability to work well independently and with others; demonstrated ability to communicate effectively. Desired: Successful cataloging work experience, especially with electronic resources and other nonbook resources; reading knowledge of French, Italian, Latin, Hebrew, and/or Latin; demonstrated ability to work with computer application macros, database software, queries, and reports; knowledge of HTML, XML, and non-MARC metadata schemes, e.g., Dublin Core, for digital resources; general knowledge of Western classical music, e.g., major composers, works, periods, and forms; demonstrated ability to use cataloging skills to enhance user access to library materials.
Salary, Rank & Benefits: This is a full-time probationary academic staff appointment, annual (12-month basis). Salary range 4, $36475 minimum, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Excellent fringe benefits included.
Deadline: Open until filled.
Application: Applicants must submit a letter of application, a current resume, transcripts, and names/addresses of three current professional references. Please submit
applications to:
Maureen Powless
Head, Personnel Department
UWM Libraries
PO Box 604
Milwaukee, WI 53201
Phone: (414) 229-6201
E-mail: mpowless@uwm.edu
Applications must be received by 5:00 p.m. c.s.t. on Friday, March 26, 2004.
POSITIONS RECENTLY FILLED
Jim Cassaro, Editor of Notes, Music Library Association
Amy Dankowski, Web Site Editor, Music Library Association (effective April 1, 2004)
Tim Sestrick, Music Cataloger, Gettysburg College