CDL: Cataloging and Electronic Resources Librarian

Subject: Job posting: Cataloging and Electronic Resources Librarian 
(Little Rock, AR)
From:Mark Stoffan <mastoffan_at_ualr.edu>



CATALOGING AND ELECTRONIC RESOURCES LIBRARIAN


The University of Arkansas at Little Rock (UALR) invites applications 
for the position of Cataloging and Electronic Resources Librarian, req 
#: 539, a faculty appointment with rank leading to tenure. The 
successful candidate will provide leadership and expertise in all 
issues relating to the cataloging of electronic resources, original 
materials, and other special formats.  All library faculty are 
responsible for working collaboratively to achieve University and 
Library goals and objectives. In addition, faculty members must meet 
the requirements for tenure and promotion.

This position will be responsible for the following: perform original 
and complex adaptive cataloging in all formats, including electronic 
resources, following national standards and local practices; 
collaborate with staff to develop policies and procedures for 
maximizing patron access to electronic resources and other materials; 
develop bibliographic descriptions, assign subject headings and 
classification numbers for input into OCLC and Millennium.; resolve 
database maintenance problems and provide training, direction and 
support to paraprofessional staff in performing cataloging and data 
maintenance procedures; serve as a liaison to vendors and obtain 
records for import/export; maintain knowledge of current cataloging 
practices and bibliographic access. Reports to the Head of Cataloging.

The following qualifications are required: ALA-accredited MLS degree; 
recent professional cataloging experience; knowledge of issues and 
trends in electronic resources and special formats cataloging; 
demonstrated knowledge of current cataloging rules and standards 
including AACR2rev, LCSH, MARC formats, and LC classification; 
awareness of current trends and developments in cataloging and 
metadata schemas; demonstrated excellent communication and 
collaboration skills with the ability to work independently. 
Additional qualifications preferred: reading knowledge of one or more 
Western European languages; experience using Innovative Interfaces, 
Inc.’s Millennium ILS system; experience with Open URL resolvers ; 
experience working with vendors on data quality issues.

For more detailed information visit the library homepage 
http://library.ualr.edu or UALR homepage http://www.ualr.edu. Benefits 
include; TIAA/CREF (University match up to 10%), and partially paid 
medical and dental insurance plans; life, disability, and long-term 
care insurance available, liberal tuition remission, 22 days paid 
vacation plus holidays.

To apply: submit a letter of application (reference req #: 539), and 
addressing the above qualifications; curriculum vitae; name, address, 
phone and e-mail information of three references to: Suzanne Martin, 
Director of Administrative Services, University of Arkansas at Little 
Rock, Ottenheimer Library, 2801 S. University, Little Rock, AR  72204. 
  Electronic submissions are preferred at csmartin_at_ualr.edu include 
req #: 539 in the subject line or fax to: 501-569-8814 or phone 
501-569-8805.  Review of applications will continue until the position 
is filled.



The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is an equal opportunity, 
affirmative action and actively seeks the candidacy of minorities, 
women and person with disabilities.  Under Arkansas law, all 
applications are subject to disclosure.  Persons hired must have proof 
of legal authority to work in the United States.



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Mark A. Stoffan, MA, MLIS
Director of Technical Services and Technology
Ottenheimer Library
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
2801 S. University Ave.
Little Rock, AR 72204-1099
501-569-8640 (office)        501-773-8068 (cell)
mastoffan_at_ualr.edu