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Position Announcement -- Reposting



I am reposting this position again in case some of you did not read it the
first time round.

Technical Services Librarian (Specialist).  American Bible Society, New York
City. Responsible for the development, implementation and managing of all
aspects of technical and automated services of the Library and Archives,
including retrospective conversion of its catalog and finding aids, the move
to an online public access catalog, database management, and digitization of
selected library and archival material. RESPONSIBILITIES: Oversee the
implementation and ongoing maintenance of Endeavor/Voyager system;
coordinate a bibliographic retrospective conversion program; coordinate the
processes for the digitization of indexes and content of library and
archival collections; create and maintain a citation level, union
bibliographic database, following MARC, SGML, and other appropriate
standards; coordinate the Library and Archives networking environment with
the Information Technology Services Department to ensure optimal performance
and functionality; develop policies and procedures pertaining to automated
services; and coordinate staff training for the effective and efficient use
of library and archival systems; supervises one technical assistant.
QUALIFICATIONS: Accredited Master's degree in Library or Information Science
and minimum 3 years professional library or archives experience in a wide
variety of processing and service roles, preferably in a research, archival
or museum setting; experience in automation planning and implementation,
including a thorough knowledge of library and archives computer resources;
in depth knowledge of and experience with integrated library/archives
systems (preferably Endeavor/Voyager), as well as hardware and software as
they relate to the delivery of library and archives services; significant
experience using LC classification, as well as RLIN, OCLC or other
bibliographic utility; knowledge of current cataloging standards and
national trends in technical services; knowledge of and experience with the
USMARC format for bibliographic, holdings and authority data; ability to
train staff and end-users in the operation of electronic systems;
flexibility, excellent oral and written communications, interpersonal and
organizational skills; able to work as part of a team; commitment to
innovative approaches that improve the operations and services of libraries
and archives.

Min. Salary $45,000, plus excellent benefits package. Review of applications
will continue until the position is filled. Travel expenses for interview
will not be paid. Submit letter of application, resume, and the names,
addresses, and phone numbers of three references to: Dr. Mary Cordato,
Director, Library & Archives, American Bible Society, 1865 Broadway, New
York City, NY 10023, or email at (employment@americanbible.org).

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