no.1718-POSITION OPENING AT NEW YORK PUBLIC LIBRARY

From: knordfors_at_nypl.org (knordfors)

     Special Assistant for Collection Development
     Research Libraries Administration

     As part of The New York Public Library's Research Libraries
     Administration and under the direction of The Deputy Director,
     develops, recommends and coordinates collection development policies
     and activities throughout the service divisions of The Research
     Libraries.  This includes selector training, project studies and
     analysis, program documentation and evaluation.  Provides analytical
     support for allocating and monitoring book funds and book budgets.
     Coordinates collection management activities with the Preservation
     Division; plays a major role in preparing grant and other funding
     proposals based on collection descriptions and activities.  Works with
     both internal and external library groups on collection development
     activities.

     Qualified candidates must possess an ALA accredited MLS and at least
     five years increasingly responsible experience in a large academic or
     research library.  Substantial experience in all aspects of collection
     policy development, evaluation or assessment.  Demonstrated knowledge
     of bibliography, research trends and publishing as well as substantial
     experience in the selection of library materials.  Working knowledge
     of Western European languages for bibliographic purposes.  Experience
     with budgeting and accounting systems, PC-based software, statistical
     techniques and database searching.

     Starting salary mid 40's and excellent benefits.  Interested
     applicants should send resume and cover letter to:

     Human Resources Department KN-CD
     The New York Public Library
     188 Madison Avenue, 5th Floor
     New York, NY  10016-4314
     Or email hrd_at_nypl.org
     An Equal Opportunity Employer