Job Announcement - Special Project Cataloger/UMKC University Libraries

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Date: Mon, 28 Jan 2008 10:00:37 -0500
From: Buddy D. Pennington (U. of Missouri - KC) <penningtonb_at_umkc.edu>
Subject: Job Announcement - Special Project Cataloger/UMKC University 
Libraries


Special Project Cataloger – UMKC University Libraries

Dynamic urban academic library seeks cataloger/supervisor for a 
three-year grant-funded
project to catalog a large collection of 16-inch transcription disc 
sound recordings in the
Marr Sound Archives, UMKC Libraries. Responsible for creation of 
original bibliographic
and name heading authority records nationally and locally. Supervises 
two project staff
and up to two students. This position requires knowledge of sound 
recording cataloging
practices, ability to work independently and to be highly productive. 
Knowledge of A/V
cataloging and music helpful. This position reports to the Music Catalog 
Librarian.

The Marr Sound Archives is a unit of the Kenneth J. LaBudde Department 
of Special
Collections. The focus of the collection is the American experience as 
reflected in
recorded sound. More information about the Special Collections can be 
found at
http://library.umkc.edu/spec-col/index.html.

UMKC is a comprehensive research university exemplifying the values of 
education
first, innovation, accountability, diversity, and collaboration. See:

< http://www.umkc.edu/aboutumkc/values.asp > In a large area of green 
space and
in Kansas City’s research/cultural corridor, the campus is located in 
the heart of one
of America’s most affordable and attractive cities.


Required Qualifications:
· ALA-accredited MLS
· Minimum 2 years recent cataloging experience, including establishing 
authoritative headings
· Experience cataloging sound recordings
· Cataloging familiarity with AACR2r, USMARC formats, authorities format, LC
· Excellent analytic, problem solving skills
· Exceptional interpersonal, communication skills; good oral and writing 
skills in English
· Ability to be highly productive while participating in multiple, 
simultaneous assignments
· Strong commitment to public service
· Demonstrated ability to plan, coordinate and implement projects
· Aptitude for complex and detailed work
· Evidence of mature judgment
· Understanding of scholarly research environment
· Must be able to thrive in a team setting, handle multiple 
responsibilities in a dynamic
environment, and operate effectively in a diverse academic community


Preferred:
* Professional experience cataloging academic library materials
* Knowledge of non-MARC metadata schemes
* Reading knowledge of Western European language other than English
* Subject knowledge in music
* Experience with an automated library system
* Experience cataloging non-print media
* Demonstrated successful supervisory experience
* Experience with OCLC, NACO
* Evidence of professional initiative
* Additional graduate degree

Salary: $40,000 to $44,000 expected hiring range, depending on 
qualifications.
Affordable medical and dental plans (no waiting periods), paid time off, 
tuition
assistance (75% of educational fees paid), and University paid long-term
disability and life insurance benefits.

Send letter of application, resume, names of three references to: Bonnie
Postlethwaite, Chair of Search Committee, University Libraries 
Administrative
Office, University of Missouri-Kansas City, 5100 Rockhill Road, Kansas 
City,
MO 64110, 816-235-1531 or submit via e-mail to: umkcula_at_umkc.edu.

Application review begins February 15, 2008 and continues until position 
is filled.

UMKC is an equal opportunity employer/educational institution and 
candidates
of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. All final candidates will be 
required
to successfully pass a Criminal Background Check prior to beginning 
employment.

Buddy Pennington
Serial Acquisitions Librarian
University of Missouri - Kansas City
University Libraries
800 E. 51st Street
Kansas City, MO 64110
816-235-1548

UMKC University Libraries: Discovery. Knowledge. Empowerment.

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