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JOB POSTING - YALE UNIVERSITY



ARCHIVIST
Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library
Yale University
Rank: Librarian I ($37,100-59,100) or Librarian II ($40,700-$64,900)
Rank and salary depending on qualifications and experience.

RE POSTING - SLIGHTLY REVISED

THE UNIVERSITY AND THE LIBRARY
The University Library, which is a highly valued partner in teaching and
research at the University, has more than 10.5 million volumes housed in
the Sterling Memorial Library and 16 school and department libraries. It
employs a dynamic and innovative staff of nearly 600 FTE who have the
opportunity to work with the highest caliber of colleagues, faculty and
students in a variety of contexts conducive to staff development.  A full
spectrum of library resources, from rare books and manuscripts to a rapidly
expanding network of electronic resources, constitutes one of Yale's
distinctive strengths.  The Library is engaged in numerous ambitious
projects such as the renovation of the main library building, the complete
retrospective conversion of the Library's catalog, and various automation
projects which include network access to scholarly information and a range
of imaging initiatives.


THE BEINECKE RARE BOOK AND MANUSCRIPT LIBRARY
The Beinecke Library is Yale's principal repository for literary archives, early manuscripts, and rare books. In addition to its distinguished general collections, the library houses outstanding special collections devoted to American literature, German literature, Western Americana, and British literary and cultural studies. For further information about the Beinecke Library, consult the library's web site .

The Manuscript Unit is the technical services unit responsible for accessioning, processing, cataloging, and conservation and preservation of the Beinecke's manuscript, archival and non-print collections, including
photographs, works of art on paper, audio recordings and moving image formats. The staff consists of the Unit Head, 4 FTE Archivists, 2 FTE Archives Assistants, student assistants, and special project personnel.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Under the supervision of the Manuscript Unit Head, processes collections of American and modern European literary archives and historical manuscripts. May also assist with preservation, cataloging, and digital conversion of sound recordings, movies, and videotapes associated with manuscript and archival collections. Prepares and maintains electronic finding aids according to established local practice, including EAD encoding. Performs original cataloging in the MARC format, and participates in the ongoing retrospective conversion of the library's manuscripts card catalog. Special projects as assigned. Plans, directs, and reviews the work of processing assistants and student assistants. Is expected to be active professionally.

QUALIFICATIONS
Required: MLS or equivalent ALA-accredited degree, with formal training in archival theory and practice. Two years of relevant professional experience required for appointment at Librarian II rank. Working knowledge of the MARC format, LCSH, AACR2, Hensen's APPM, and other LC cataloging standards. Familiarity with automated library information management systems, such as NOTIS or RLIN. Familiarity with basic preservation and conservation standards for archival and manuscript collections, including historical audio collections. Demonstrated knowledge of American or modern European literature or history; broad knowledge in the humanities. Good reading knowledge of at least one modern European language, preferably French, German, or Polish. Facility with microcomputers and basic software applications in a Windows environment. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, and attention to detail. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a production oriented, team environment.

Preferred:
· Experience processing and cataloging modern literary or historical manuscripts and archival collections.
· Familiarity with MARC coding and national descriptive standards for non-musical sound recordings or moving image formats.
· Familiarity with preservation reformatting standards for audio-visual media.
· Reading knowledge of Spanish.

SALARY AND BENEFITS
Competitive salary and full benefits package available. Please submit a
letter of application, resume and the names of three references to Diane Y.
Turner, Director, Library Human Resources, P.O. Box 208240, New Haven, CT,
06520-8240 (diane.turner@yale.edu). Source code EAYU8541. Fax 203-432-1806.
Application deadline is October 20, 2000; applications will be accepted
until the position is filled.

                Yale University is an equal Opportunity Employer


Nicole Bouche
Manuscript Unit Head
Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library