PLACEMENT
SERVICE
JOB
LIST
OCTOBER
2004
2004-2005, No. 2
The BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC, Boston, Massachusetts,
is looking for a Catalog Librarian.
The UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA, Norman, Oklahoma, is looking for a
Fine and Applied Arts Librarian.
POSITIONS PREVIOUSLY POSTED
NATIONAL PUBLIC RADIO, Washington, D.C., is looking for a Broadcast Librarian.
The BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC, Boston, Massachusetts, is looking for a Catalog Librarian.
Function: Under the general supervision of the Associate Library Director, the Catalog Librarian is responsible for the cataloging operations of the college's information resources. This includes the preparation of all library material, creation of standard format bibliographic records, and assigning subject headings and classification numbers. The Catalog Librarian is responsible for the integrity of the Library database system.
Capabilities Required (Experience, Know-how, Skills):
1. Masters in Library Science degree from an ALA accredited institution.
2. Undergraduate in music or significant professional experience.
3. Experience with both copy and original cataloging on an automated library system.
4. Knowledge and understanding of established library standards that include LC Classification, AACR2 and MARC formats.
5. Demonstrated experience in a supervisory capacity.
6. Demonstrated knowledge of all operations in an academic library.
Use of Capabilities (Illustrated by Typical Activities):
1. Performs cataloging and classification of monographs, scores, audio/video recordings, and electronic/online material for the
main library and designated satellite/departmental collections.
2. Is responsible for maintaining the integrity of the library's online database, including updating/editing bibliographic records
and authority controlled access points.
3. Hires, trains and supervises the Cataloging Assistant and work-study employees in material preparation and selected data entry
tasks.
4. Coordinates the development of classification standards and procedures for the digital media library collection.
5. Schedules and prioritizes all cataloging processes and tasks.
6. Maintains and compiles cataloging reports and statistics.
7. Participates in the development of Learning Resources Department goals and objectives.
8. Other duties as required.
Application Procedures: Complete a copy of the Berklee College of Music Application for Employment
(available via http://berklee.edu/hr/apply.html; requires Adobe Acrobat Reader) and
attach your resume and cover letter. Make sure to specify the position(s) for which you would like to be considered. To apply for
multiple positions, please send additional copies of your resume. Send materials directly to the Office of Human Resources:
Position Review Team
Office of Human Resources
Berklee College of Music
1140 Boylston Street, Room 2S
Boston, MA 02215-3693
Fax: (617) 247-0166
E-mail: apply-hr@berklee.edu
The UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA, Norman, Oklahoma, is looking for a Fine and Applied Arts Librarian.
Duties: The University of Oklahoma Libraries seeks a Fine and Applied Arts Librarian to manage operations of the Fine Arts Library and the Architecture Library; duties include reviewing, developing and implementing library programs and services; hiring, training, supervising, and evaluating library technicians and student assistants; providing reference services and library instruction for undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and staff; coordinating collection development; and overseeing the physical facilities of the Fine Arts and Architecture branch libraries. The Fine and Applied Arts Librarian represents the University Libraries to the faculty and students of the College of Fine Arts and the College of Architecture. The position reports to the Director of Public Services, University Libraries ( http://libraries.ou.edu). This is a tenure track position governed by the university's policies requiring research or creative achievement and professional services as outlined by the Faculty Handbook at http://www.ou.edu/provost/pronew/content/fhbmenu.html.
Qualifications: Required: MLS from an ALA accredited library school; library or related experience working with the subject literature of, or having an undergraduate degree in, the fine or applied arts; familiarity with traditional and electronic reference sources; excellent interpersonal, teaching, and communication skills; evidence of a public service orientation; and supervisory experience. Desirable: Advanced degree in the fine or applied arts; collection development experience; reading knowledge of German, Italian, or French; and evidence of research or creative achievement.
Salary, Rank & Benefits: $39,000 minimum. Librarians have faculty status, privileges, responsibilities, the rank of assistant professor or above, and are eligible for tenure. TIAA/CREF; State Retirement System; 33 days paid leave; short-term disability leave; University holidays; comprehensive medical protection; and group life insurance.
First Screening Date: October 15, 2004; search will remain open until filled.
Application: Send letter of application with resume, a list of publications and the names of three
references including current supervisor to:
Rhonda Cannon
Assistant to the Dean for Administrative Services
University Libraries
University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK 73019
(405) 325-2611
POSITIONS RECENTLY FILLED
Bob Kosovsky, Curator, Rare Books and Manuscripts Music Division, The New York Public Library
John Shepard, Music & Performing Arts Librarian, Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
CAREER RESOURCES
RESOURCES FOR THE MID-CAREER MUSIC LIBRARIAN
- Blair, Linda. "Mid-Career Job Satisfaction: Plateaus and Passages." In Careers in Music Librarianship II:
Traditions and Transitions, eds. Paula Elliot and Linda Blair, 71-81. Lanham, Maryland: The Scarecrow Press, 2004.
Linda Blair, Catalog Librarian at the Eastman School of Music, discusses the factors that contribute to mid-career job satisfaction of music librarians. Topics covered include environment, people, flexibility, restructuring, and personal strategies. Includes bibliography. - Curran, William. "Succession: The Next Ones at Bat." College & Research Libraries 64, no. 2 (March 2003): 134-40.
Throughout North America, more than 83,866 librarians will soon reach the age of 65 and will be taking, or plan to take, retirement. The exodus of practicing librarians will result in a severe shortage. With the departure of the older baby boomers, a serious collective loss is imminent in terms of experience and expertise because there are few experienced, trained, middle-level managers, supervisors, and administrators within the "middle" age group of librarians who could ensure appropriate succession in the libraries following such a massive retirement exodus.- Edmonson, Emily. "Checking Out Her Options." Chronicle Careers column, Chronicle of Higher Education, September 30, 2004. Available at http://chronicle.com/jobs/2004/09/2004093001c.htm.
An academic librarian shares her personal experiences with job hunting and dissatisfaction. - Edmonson, Emily. "Checking Out Her Options." Chronicle Careers column, Chronicle of Higher Education, September 30, 2004. Available at http://chronicle.com/jobs/2004/09/2004093001c.htm.
- Harhai, Marilyn Kay. "Maybe It's Not Too Late to Join the Circus: Books for Midlife Career Management."
Library Trends 50, no. 4 (Spring 2002): 640-651.
Mid-career librarians looking for career management help on the bookshelf face thousands of choices. This article reviews thirteen popular career self-help books. The reviewed books cover various aspects of career management and provide information on which might be best suited for particular goals, including career change, career tune-up, and personal and professional self-evaluation. The comments reflect issues of interest to mid-career professionals. - Lewis, Marilyn. "The Effects of Technology on Mid-Career Librarians." Library Trends 50, no. 4 (Spring
2002): 717-25.
This article investigates technology competency requirements in the library profession. Using the position advertisements in American Libraries in five-year increments over a twenty-year period (1970-1990), the article examines and evaluates the advertised qualifications of positions and attempts to see if mid-career librarians--especially those who have achieved their degree prior to the change in M.L.S. curriculum that currently emphasizes technology--are "effective" librarians in the present and future job market. - Toth, Emily. "I'm Perfect, So Why Won't Anyone Hire Me?"
Chronicle Careers column, Chronicle of Higher Education, July 22,
2002. Available at http://chronicle.com/jobs/2002/07/2002072201c.htm.
"Ms. Mentor" shares words of wisdom about what may be going wrong with your mid-career job search, despite your confidence that your vita and interview skills are strong.