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Date:          Wed, 4 Dec 1996 16:33:43 -0500
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From:          Laurie Crum <[log in to unmask]>
Subject:       Catalog Librarian, University of Michigan
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Please direct all inquiries to the name and address indicated below.

                UNIVERSITY LIBRARY
                UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN
               ANN ARBOR, MI  48109-1205


               ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY

              CATALOG LIBRARIAN
             ORIGINAL CATALOGING


This entry-level professional position will be responsible for producing
both original and copy metadata for assigned materials.  This includes the
application of the basic principles of knowledge organization to an
assortment of new initiatives and traditional materials.  This position
will have primary responsibility for the performance of Medical Subject
Heading (MeSH) cataloging in support of the Health Sciences Libraries.
Under the direction of the Unit Head, this position will have primary work
coordination and training responsibilities for the Units Clerical and
student workers.  Because of the level and variety of responsibilities,
the incumbent will work closely with the Unit Head, with other Original
Cataloging staff and with staff in all of the Health Sciences Libraries.

DUTIES: In accordance with national standards and local practices, provide
machine readable records for currently received materials and special
projects as assigned by the Unit Head.  Do original cataloging for items
without copy, and upgrade, as needed, partial records found in the
national utilities. Under the direction of the unit head, design
techniques and procedures for special information control projects.
Support unit activities, such as workflow analysis, training, and revision
of the work of others.
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED:  ALA accredited MLS.  Knowledge of at least two non-English
Western European languages.  Strong communication and problem-solving
skills; demonstrated ability to make decisions, to work effectively with a
culturally diverse staff, and to exercise good judgment.
DESIRED:  Previous cataloging experience particularly with the
following:  LCRI, LCSH, OCLC, NOTIS, MeSH, and NACO.  A medical science
background (undergraduate degree in the biological sciences, experience
with medical databases, science library or related medical experience.)

RANK, SALARY & LEAVE:   Rank of Assistant Librarian. Minimum salary of
$29,500; 24 working days of vacation a year; 15 days of sick leave a year
with provisions for extended benefits.

RETIREMENT PLAN: TIAA/CREF retirement plan

TO APPLY:  Send cover letter & copy of resume to:  Karen Downing;
Library Human Resources; 404 Hatcher Graduate Library North;  University
of Michigan; Ann Arbor, Michigan  48109-1205

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Applications received by 1/31/97 will be given
first consideration.

The University of Michigan is a non-discriminatory, affirmative action
employer.

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Laurie Crum
Director of Recruitment and Student Services
School of Information
"A man's life in these parts depends on a mere scrap of information."
     --Clint Eastwood, A Fistful of Dollars
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