ACRL News Issue (B) of College & Research Libraries May 1985 / 269 June 5 - 7 — SUNY Libraries: State U niversity of New York Librarians Association, 17th Annual Con­ ference, SUNY C ollege at B uffalo. B anquet speaker w ill be Nuala McGann Drescher, presi­ dent of United University Professions. Contact: M arilyn C. K ihl, SUNYLA, E.H. Butler L i­ brary, State University College at Buffalo, 1300 Elmwood A ve., Buffalo, NY 14222; (716) 87 8 ­ 6 3 11. 2 0 - 2 1 —Softw are: Two one-day professional de­ velopment seminars sponsored by the D epart­ ment of L ib rary and Information Science, V an ­ derbilt University, Nashville. Seminar 1, June 20, “Evaluation and Selection of Microcomputer Softw are Packages”; Seminar 2, June 2 1, “Bib­ liographic Control of Softw are.” Fees: $100 for each seminar; $ 175 for both. Contact: Edwin S. Gleaves, DLIS, Peabody College at Vanderbilt U niversity, N ashville, TN 3 7 2 0 3 ; (615) 3 2 2 ­ 8050. July 22-A ugust 2 —Federal Libraries: 13th Annual In­ stitute on Federal L ib rary Resources, sponsored by the School of L ib rary and Inform ation Sci­ ence, Catholic University of Am erica, W ashing­ ton, D .C . Participants w ill be addressed by 25 directors of federal inform ation programs and several membership association representatives. Contact: SLIS, Catholic University of America, W ashington, DC 20064; (202) 635-5085. 3 - 5 — Archives: M id-A tlantic Regional Archives Conference, Fall Meeting, Harrisburg, Pennsyl­ vania. Pre-conference archival workshops and local area tours available. Contact: Diane Smith W allace, Division of Archives and Manuscripts, P.O . Box 10 2 6 , H arrisburg, PA 1 7 1 0 8 -1 0 2 6 ; (717) 291-4225. 2 7 - 3 0 —Medical Libraries: North Atlantic Health Sciences L ib ra rie s A sso c ia tio n , S h e ra to n - Islander Inn and Conference Center, Newport, Rhode Island. Theme: “NAHSL in N ewport: Riding w ith the Tides of Health Sciences Librar- ianship.” C ontact: Chris C hapm an, W om en and Infants Hospital of Rhode Island, Health Sciences Information Center, 50 Maude Street, P ro v id e n c e , RI 0 2 9 0 8 ; (4 0 1) 2 7 4 - 1 1 0 0 , x l5 7 0 . ■ ■ THE CLASSIFIED A Deadlines: Orders for regular classified advertisements must reach the ACRL office on or before the second of the month preced­ ing publication of the issue (e.g. September 2 for the October issue). Late job listings will be accepted on a space-available basis after the second of the month. Rates: Classified advertisements are $5.00 per line for ACRL members, $6.25 for others. Late job notices are $12.00 per line for members, $14.00 for others. Organizations submitting ads will be charged according to their membership status. Telephone: All telephone orders should be confirmed by a writ­ ten order mailed to ACRL headquarters as soon as possible. Orders should be accompanied by a typewritten copy of the ad to be used in proofreading. An additional $10 will be charged for ads taken over the phone (except late job notices or display ads). Guidelines: For ads which list an application deadline, that date must be no sooner than the 20th day of the month in which the notice appears (e.g., October 20 for the October issue). All job announce­ ments should include a salary figure. Job announcements will be edited to exclude discriminatory references. Applicants should be aware that the terms faculty rank and status vary in meaning among institutions. JOBLINE: Call (312) 944-6795 for late-breaking job ads for aca­ demic and research library positions. A pre-recorded summary of positions listed with the service is revised weekly; each Friday a new tape includes all ads received by 1:00 p.m. the previous day. Each listing submitted will be carried on the recording for two weeks. The charge for each two-week listing is $30 for ACRL members and $35 for non-members. Fast Job Listing Service: A special newsletter for those actively seeking positions. This service lists job postings received at ACRL headquarters four weeks before they appear in C&RL News, as well as ads which, because of narrow deadlines, will not appear in C&RL News. The cost of a six-month subscription is $10 for ACRL mem­ bers and $15 for non-members. Contact: Classified Advertising D e p’t, ACRL, American Library Association, 50 E. Huron St., Chicago, IL 60611; (312) 9*4-6780. DS POSITIONS OPEN ASSISTANT AUTOMATED SYSTEMS LIBRARIAN. University of Illinois Library at Urbana-Champaign. A full-time position available September 1,1985. Duties: Responsible for the coordination of On­ line Catalogue activities within the Automated Systems unit. These activities include supervising the Library Telephone Center, com­ prising a staff of four FTE; monitoring system operation; serving as liaison to the University Library units for the Online Catalogue; serv­ ing as resource person for disseminating information about the on­ line Catalogue; and assisting in planning activities. Reports to the Au­ tomated Systems Librarian. Qualifications: Required: Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited Library School, or its equivalent; at least nine months of professional or pre­ professional library experience; effective communication skills, both oral and written; ability to meet general university requirements for promotion and tenure. Preferred: Experience with online public ac­ cess systems; supervisory experience. Librarians have faculty rank. This appointment will be made at the rank of Assistant Professor. Li­ brarians must meet general University requirements for promotion and tenure. Research, publication, and university/community/pro­ fessional service are an integral part of their regular library assign­ ment. Starting salary $16,000 or upwards, depending upon qualifi­ cations. Send complete resume with names and addresses of five references to: Sharon Clark, Automated Systems Librarian, c/o Li­ brary Personnel Office, University of Illinois Library at Urbana- Champaign, 127 Library, 1408 West Gregory Drive, Urbana, Illinois 16801. Phone (217) 333-2579. For maximum consideration, appli­ cations and nominations should be received no later than June 15, 1985. The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is an affirma­ tive action, equal opportunity employer. ASSISTANT DEAN FOR AUTOMATION AND TECHNICAL SER­ VICES, starting September 1. Academic rank dependent upon qualifications. (1) Plans for and coordinates the utilization of new technologies to enhance library operations and services with the long range goal of an integrated library system linked with national and regional networks. Prepares documentation for recommenda­ tions including feasibility studies, cost-benefit studies, and statistical analyses. Prepares specifications for vendor-based systems and 270 / C &RL News plans and oversees the implementation of systems decisions includ­ ing both the acquisition and integration of new systems and the en­ hancement of existing systems. (2) Administers all phases of techni­ cal services operations, including acquisitions, serials, binding, and cataloging. Provides strong leadership and reviews and analyzes existing technical services operations and makes recommendations for system improvements. Plans and organizes the programs and activities of technical services with other library units. The Assistant Dean will be expected to integrate organizational change with tech­ nological development. MLS from an American Library Association accredited library school; experience with library automated sys­ tems and/or systems planning and the ability to communicate clearly in both oral and written forms required. Evidence of continued pro­ fessional growth and administrative responsibility in technical ser­ vices with a demonstrated record of creative leadership. $39,000 minimum for 12-month contract. Salary may be higher depending upon qualifications of successful applicant. Apply with full resume plus names and current addresses/telephone numbers of three ref­ erences by July 1 to: Larry L. Kahle, Associate Dean of Libraries, 106 Love Library, University of Nebraska-Lincoln, Lincoln, Nebraska 68588-0410. Affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. ASSISTAN T DIRECTOR FOR PUBLIC SERVICES. The Univer­ sity of Colorado, Boulder, is an ARL institution with a library of ap­ proximately 2,000,000 volumes, 43 library faculty, 94 classified staff, plus student assistants. In addition to Public Services, there are As­ sistant Directors for Technical Services, Data Processing, and Col­ lection Assessment and Development. The Public Services Division includes Circulation, Reference, Science, Art and Architecture, Audio-Visual, Government Publications and Western History Depart­ ments in the Central (Norlin) Library plus branch libraries for Engi­ neering, Math/Physics, Earth Science, Music, and Business. The Di­ vision is staffed by 22 library faculty, 38 staff plus student assistants. The Assistant Director reports to the Associate Director; participates in overall management, policy and planning for the Libraries; pro­ vides leadership in planning, implementing and evaluating Public Services programs in a collegial environment; recruits, trains and evaluates Public Services department heads and assigns their re­ sponsibilities; coordinates divisional budget requests; interprets Li­ brary policy to the academic community. Qualifications required: ALA-approved MLS degree; a minimum of 5 years administrative ex­ perience in a university or college library as a Public Services depart­ ment head, including some supervision of professional librarians; demonstrated ability to provide leadership and set priorities; supe­ rior communication and interpersonal skills; experience with biblio­ graphic instruction, online bibliographic services, and reference; ex­ perience with automation and technology as they contribute to library services. Desired: Evidence of university service and/or sig­ nificant participation in library professional activities; experience with other library services; additional advanced study. Position available immediately. 12-month appointment with faculty rank and status with opportunity to work toward tenure. TIAA/CREF and usual vacation and sick leave benefits. Salary range: $35,000-$43,000. Applicants should send resume, plus names, addresses and telephone num­ bers of three references to: Leo W. Cabell, Chair, Search Committee, University Libraries, Campus Box 184, University of Colorado, Boul­ der, CO 80309. Closing date May 31,1985. The University of Colo­ rado is an equal opportunity, affirmative action, section 504 em­ ployer. Minorities and women are particularly encouraged to apply. ASSISTANT DIRECTOR, UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES. The Florida State University announces an opening in the position Assistant Di­ rector for Administration in Robert Manning Strozier Library, its main facility. The Library serves 22,000 students in 85 undergraduate, 91 masters, and 65 doctoral programs with a collection of 1.5 million volumes and 2.5 million microforms. This administrative position as­ sists the Director with overall operation of the Library, assumes re­ sponsibility in absence of the Director, assists in formulation of library policy, compiles statistics required for various reports, assists in the hiring process for professional positions. Qualifications: MLS from ALA-accredited library school and nine years of appropriate profes­ sional experience after receipt of the degree. Background in supervi­ sion or administration required, experience in facilities planning de­ sired. Tw elve-m onth a p p o in tm e n t with stan d ard benefits but including state retirement or optional retirement plan fully paid by the state. Salary range for Assistant Director begins at $23,850; a suc­ cessful candidate may expect to be hired at $32,500, according to qualifications and background. Application closing date: June 1, 1985. Send letter of interest and resume with names of four refer­ ences to: Charles E. Miller, Florida State University Library, Tallahas­ see, FL 32306-2047. An equal opportunity, affirmative action em­ ployer ASSISTANT INTERLIBRARY LOAN LIBRARIAN AND REFER­ ENCE LIBRARIAN, Northwestern University Library. (This is a 1- year position with possible extension.) This is a split position with one half dedicated to Interlibrary Loan and one half to Reference. Assists in administrative and supervisory responsibilities in Interlibrary Loan. Provides reference service and bibliographic instruction in a large academic library serving the social sciences and humanities. Re­ sponsible for collection maintenance and inventory within the Refer­ ence Department. Some evening and weekend hours. Qualifica­ tions: MLS from an a c c re d ite d lib ra ry school re quired; other advanced degrees desirable. Some academic library interlibrary A S S IS T A N T D IR E C T O R F O R S C IE N C E & E N G IN E E R IN G Columbia University Libraries This is a senior management position, responsible for the general administration of the Science & Engi­ neering Division and science information services at Columbia University. Division has 8 departmental li­ braries, 7 librarians, 15.5 support staff, and a full-time equivalent of some 17.5 student assistants. The col­ lections contain more than 500,000 volumes and more than 1 million microforms. Some 3,000 journals are acquired annually. Responsibilities include service program development, including working closely with faculty to develop science information services; coordinating collection development; and participating in system-wide planning. Accredited MLS or equivalent relevant experience required, graduate degree desirable. Demonstrated evidence of imagination, leadership, and managerial skills are essential and will be sought in all cases. Knowledge and understanding of the process of scholarly communication and of the complexities of a major research library are also essential. Candidates with 5 years administrative experience in pertinent areas of library operations will be sought, with special attention given to responsibility for public service activity. Preference will be given to candidates with a strong background in the sciences. Salary ranges: Librarian II: $29,500-$38,350; Librarian III: $32,500-$47,125. The position will be available August 1, 1985. Deadline for applications is June 7, 1985. Submit resume, listing 3 references and salary require­ ments, to: Box 35, Butler Library, Columbia University Libraries, 535 W. 114th Street, New York, NY 10027 An equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. May 1985 / 271 loan or reference experience preferred. Reading knowledge of at least one foreign language. Familiarity with RLIN or other automated system useful. Starting salary: $18,000. Send letter of application and resume, including names of three references, to: Lance Query, Director of Library Research, Analysis, and Personnel, Northwestern University Library, 1935 Sheridan Road, Evanston, IL 60201. A ppli­ cations received by June 15, 1985 will be considered. An EEO/AA employer. A S S IS TA N T REFERENCE/INTERLIBRARY LOAN LIBRARIAN. Entry–level position which reports to Head of Reference Department. Primary responsibility for interlibrary loan activity with other refer­ ence duties such as reference desk work, preparation of library in­ struction materials, and participation in library orientation/instruction program. Some evening and rotated week-end work required. Qual­ ifications: A LA -a ccre d ited MLS, know ledge of bibliographical sources and techniques, ability to work effectively with library users, faculty, staff, and interlibrary loan personnel at other libraries. Salary for 12-month tem porary appointm ent at the rank of Instructor com ­ mensurate with qualifications. Generous benefits including fully-paid State or TIAA/CREF retirement, 24 days annual leave, 12 days sick leave, and 10 paid holidays. Desired starting date July 1,1985. Send application letter, resume, names, addresses, and telephone num­ bers of three recent references by June 1, 1985, to: Donald Craig, University Librarian, Todd Library, Middle Tennessee State Univer­ sity, Murfreesboro, TN 37132. An equal opportunity, affirmative action employer; minorities and women are encouraged to apply. A S S IS TA N T UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN FOR CENTRAL PUBLIC SERVICES. University of Arizona. The Assistant University Librarian has administrative responsibility for 6 public service departments (central reference, documents, loan, library instruction, maps and media) and is a member of the Administrative Group. Central ser­ vices em ploys 21 professional librarians and more than 40 classified staff. The library serves a university community of 36,000 students and faculty. The annual acquisitions budget exceeds 3.4 million and more than 90,000 volumes are added to the collection annually. Re­ quired: ALA-accredited degree and significant and increasingly re­ sponsible managerial experience in a research library, some of which must have been in a supervisory or administrative position in public services. Experience coordinating a large staff will be given special consideration. Demonstrated success with written and oral communication. Familiarity with library/faculty liaison, library orienta­ tion and training programs, computer-assisted reference service, collection developm ent work, and planning and budgeting is desir­ able. Librarians at the University of Arizona have academ ic profes­ sional status, are voting members of the faculty, have 22 days’ vaca­ tion, 12 days’ sick leave, and 10 holidays. A standard package of fringe benefits is available. Salary: $38,000 per year minimum (a higher salary can be negotiated depending on experience). Position available immediately. A letter of application, a resume, and names of three references should be sent to: W. David Laird, University Li­ brarian, University of Arizona Library, Tucson, AZ 87521. A pplica­ tions received prior to June 15 will be given first consideration. The University of Arizona is an equal em ploym ent opportunity, affirma­ tive action employer. AU TO M A TIO N LIBRARIAN. Responsible for providing technical and systems analysis support to staff engaged in developing com ­ prehensive plans for library automation, completing final phase of retrospective conversion project, developing applications for OCLC M300 Workstations, coordinating Library use of campus computers (Honeywell DPS8/49D and DEC Vax 11/785), and training of staff in use of com puter and telecomm unications hardware. Reports to Uni­ versity Librarian and assists all Library departments in their auto­ mated activities. Starting salary: $ 20 ,000-$23,000 for 12-month tenure-track appointm ent with rank and salary commensurate with qualifications. Generous benefits including fully-paid State or TIAA/ CREF retirement, 24 days annual leave, 12 days sick leave, and 10 paid holidays. Desired starting date July 1, 1985. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS required; experience in planning and imple­ menting automated systems in a library (circulation, acquisitions, se­ rials control, or online catalog) preferred; current knowledge of gen­ eral and library specific hardware and software as well as MARC formats and OCLC bibliographic system preferred; good oral and written communications skills and some program m ing ability de­ sired. Send application letter, resume, names, addresses, and tele­ phone numbers of 3 recent references by June 1, 1985, to: J. Donald Craig, University Librarian, Todd Library, Middle Tennessee State University, Murfreesboro, TN 37132. An equal opportunity, af­ firmative action employer; minorities and women are encouraged to apply. BIOLOGY LIBRARIAN. Manages the Biology Library; performs bibliographic duties and is responsible for collection developm ent in biological sciences and related areas; works in general reference services; performs online searches in scientific databases. Qualifica­ tions: MLS from an ALA-accredited library school; degree in science highly desirable; candidates with extensive knowledge of science lit­ erature and academ ic library experience also acceptable; reading knowledge of at least one foreign language; experience in academic science librarianshìp highly desirable; experience in online database searching and supervisory work highly desirable. Minimum salary: $19,932. Send letter of application, resume, and three letters of refer­ ence to: Virginia F. Toliver, Director, Library Personnel and Adm inis­ trative Services, Washington University Libraries, St. Louis, MO 272 / C&RL News 63130 by May 31, 1985. Washington University is an AA/EEO em­ ployer. D IR E C T O R I.D. Weeks Library (Search reopened) The University of South Dakota invites applica­ tions and nominations for the position of Director of Libray Services. The Director is the chief adminis­ trator of the I.D. Weeks Library including budget preparation, personnel management, policy devel­ opment, collection building, facility planning, public relations, and resource sharing and networking. The Director reports to the Vice President for Aca­ demic Affairs. The University’s Central Administra­ tion is committed to significant budgetary support which is expected to increase holdings 5O% by 1990. Planning for building expansion has already begun. In addition to involvement in state and re­ gional resource sharing, the library is involved in planning for a statewide integrated online system and will be among the first seven institutions to in­ stall terminals. Qualifications: Candidates must possess a Mas­ te r’s degree in lib ra ry science from an ALA- accredited school, and a doctoral degree in a disci­ plinary area. The candidate should have held progressively more responsible administrative po­ sitions in an academic or research library and should be able to demonstrate knowledge of collec­ tion development, personnel management, budget planning, fund raising, automated systems, and li­ brary space planning and use. The candidate should also have a record of appropriate scholarly and professional achievement and should be eligi­ ble for appointment as a full professor. Salary: Open and competitive with a minimum of $35,000; 12-month contract, comprehensive benefit pro­ gram. Deadline for applications: May 15, position to be filled by July 1 or as soon as possible thereafter. Ap­ plications should include a letter indicating interest in the position, a current resume, and names, ad­ dresses, and telephone numbers of three refer­ ences. At least one of the references should be able to evaluate the candidate’s performance in his/her current position. Send applications and nominations to: John A. Day Acting Vice President for Academic Affairs The University of South Dakota Vermillion, SD 57069 The University of South Dakota is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. CATALOGER. Catalogs and classifies (LC) General Works, Lan­ guages and Literature, Social Sciences, Art, and Education. Disci­ plines may be reassigned as necessary. Required: ALA/MLS with 2 yrs. professional cataloging experience or equivalent in an aca­ demic library. Experience must include use of LC classification, LC Subject Headings and AACR2. One modern European language, preferably German. Desirable: OCLC experience, a second Euro­ pean language, preferably French. Instructor rank with full faculty status. Salary range for twelve months $16,875-519,500 (depend­ ing on qualifications), 20 days annual leave plus 10 paid holidays. Excellent fringes including retirement program paid in full. A 2-year term appointment which may be renewed. Open immediately. Appli­ cations accepted until position is filled. Send letter of application, re­ sume and academic credentials to: Carl H. Sachtleben, Director of Libraries, Western Michigan University, Kalamazoo, Ml 49008. AA/EO employer. CIRCULATION/RESERVE DEPARTMENT HEAD with ancillary In­ formation Desk duties which include nights, weekends, and data­ base searching. Circulation/Reserve comprises three full-time per­ sons and numerous student assistants. Entry level persons will be considered. An ALA-accredited degree is required. Effective inter­ personal and communication skills are imperative. Tenure-track po­ sition with faculty status available July 1, 1985. Twelve-month ap­ pointment, usual benefits with state-paid retirement, generous leave: $16,350 instructor, $17,371 assistant professor. Austin Peay, a state-supported institution with 4,000 FTE students and 200 faculty, is located in Clarksville, TN, population 55,000 and 45 miles north­ east of Nashville on I-24. Closing date May 15, 1985. Send letter of application, resume, transcripts (unofficial are accepted for initial screening), and the names and telephone numbers of three refer­ ences, whom we will contact, to: Winston A. Walden, F.G. Wood­ ward Library, Austin Peay State University, Clarksville, TN 37044. An EEO/AA employer. COMMUNICATIONS LIBRARIAN. University of Illinois Library at Urbana-Champaign. A permanent position available immediately. Duties: The Communications Librarian is responsible for the admin­ istration of the Communications Library and for the direction of its staff. With a materials budget of approximately $30,000, the Librar­ ian develops research quality collections in the fields of advertising, journalism, media studies, radio and television, and telecommunica­ tion, and assures that reference, original cataloging and other ser­ vices are provided to meet the library needs of faculty, students, and allied personnel in the areas served. The departments in the College of Communications include Advertising, Journalism, Radio and Tel­ evision, and Institute of Communications Research. The Librarian maintains a strong working relationship with the College faculty, ad­ ministration, and other related units, and engages in instructional and promotional activities for the library. The Librarian is also respon­ sible for regularly preparing an annotated bibliography of books published in the subject area. The bibliography is widely distributed. Qualifications: Required: A Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school, or its equivalent; a minimum of three years professional academic, research or special library service, in­ cluding experience in public services and also supervisory and ad­ ministrative experience; knowledge of, or experience in the literature of the fields served and the needs of the researchers and ability to work with a diverse research-oriented clientele; record of research and/or publication. Preferred: Experience in collection develop­ ment, cataloging, reference, and bibliographic instruction; familiarity with automated information systems and services. Desired: A higher degree in communications or a related discipline. Professional librar­ ians have faculty rank. Salary $20,000 upward for appointment as Assistant Professor and $25,000 upward for appointment as Associ­ ate Professor, depending on qualifications and scholarly credentials. Send complete resume with names and addresses of five references to: Allen G. Dries, Library Personnel Manager, University of Illinois Library at Urbana-Champaign, 127 Library, 1408 West Gregory Drive, Urbana, Illinois 61801. Phone (217) 333-8168. For maximum consideration, applications and nominations should be received no later than June 15, 1985. The University of Illinois is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. COORDINATOR, COMPUTER ASSISTED SEARCH SERVICES. Responsible for the Library’s computer search service: staff training, program development, marketing and evaluation. Coordinates sev­ eral reference librarians assigned part-time to unit. Participates in Li- brary/Faculty Liaison Program, Collection Development and User Instruction programs. Provides assistance at reference desk. Re­ May 1985 / 273 sponsible for developing end-user training facility. Qualifications re­ quired: ALA-accredited MLS. Minimum of three years experience in academ ic or research library in online services. Supervisory experi­ ence. Proven efficiency in searching databases such as BRS and DI­ ALOG, ability to work with micros and software and ability to develop end-user expertise. Subject masters preferred. Position reports to Assistant Director of Libraries for Reference and Instruction. Salary: $19,500 (minimum); 12-month appointment. Application deadline: July 1, 1985. Position available immediately. Send letter of applica­ tion, resume, and names and addresses of three references to: Gi­ sela Webb, Assistant Director of Libraries for Personnel Services, Li­ braries, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 79409. Texas Tech is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Minorities are en­ couraged to apply. CO O RDINATO R, TECHNICAL SERVICES. DePauw University is seeking an innovative librarian to head a Technical Services Depart­ ment of five, plus 10-15 student employees (search extended). Pri­ mary responsibilities include managing the activities in cataloging and acquisitions, overseeing the materials budget, and during the next three years, working with other library staff to develop an auto­ mated public catalog. Additional duties include liaison responsibili­ ties with several academ ic departments for collection development, some original cataloging, and along with the Coordinator of Public Services, an active role in library management. DePauw University is planning an extensive library renovation and the three-year develop­ ment of an integrated library system. This position offers a technical services librarian with ideas and planning ability the opportunity to lead the development of technical services in the collegial atmo­ sphere of a liberal arts college library. Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited school, at least 3 years experience in technical ser­ vices (preferably with cataloging background), fam iliarity with AACR2, LC classification and subject headings, and OCLC, plus evi­ dence of strong supervisory, communication, and planning skills. Experience in planning, library automation highly desirable. 12- month faculty appointment, usual benefits, salary dependent on qualifications and experience, minimum $21,500. Send letter of ap­ plication, resume, and three letters of reference to: Jana Bradley, Di­ rector of Libraries, DePauw University, Box 137, Greencastle, IN 46135. Applications will be reviewed beginning April 15. Position will remain open until filled. An equal opportunity, affirmative action em ­ ployer. DIRECTOR OF LIBRARIES. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute seeks to fill the position of Director of Libraries with an individual who will provide innovative leadership in meeting the challenges of a modern library operating in an information technology intensive environ­ ment. The abilities to implement collection development and library operating policies which recognize both traditional university library services and the needs generated by the application of current tech­ nologies are expected in the new director. The director reports to the Vice-Provost for Academ ic Affairs and is responsible for policy devel­ opment, planning and operations of the Richard G. Folsom Library and the Architecture Library. Candidates must possess an ALA- accredited master's degree in library science with a minimum of 5 years successful library administrative experience, and should have had varied and progressively responsible positions in academic or research libraries. Demonstrated skills in interpersonal com m unica­ tions, articulation of library positions and goals, and fiscal manage­ ment are required. An additional advanced degree in a related field and/or extensive experience with library automation and information technology are desired. A record of managerial accom plishm ent in d eveloping new library program s and acquisition of resources through fundraising or grants will be valued in the selection. Rensse­ laer is an independent university recognized for its commitment to academ ic excellence. Both undergraduate and graduate degrees are offered in the Schools of Engineering, Science, Humanities and Social Sciences, Management and Architecture. These 5 schools enroll 4,600 undergraduates, 1,400 full time and 500 part time grad­ uate students. An experienced and talented staff of 48 supports the operations of the com bined libraries. The libraries have an annual operating budget of approximately $1.9 million, and a total collection of over 350,000 volumes and 4,000 current serials. The director will receive highly competitive remuneration and attractive benefits. While the salary is open and will be dependent upon qualifications and past experience, a minimum of $46,000 has been set for the po­ sition. Applicants are to forward a complete resume and include the names of three references. Confidentiality requirements of appli­ cants will be strictly observed. Applications and supporting materials postmarked by June 15 will receive full consideration. Send to: Chairm an of Library Search Committee, c/o Gary Ju dd , Vice- Provost, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. Troy, NY 12181. RPI is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. DIRECTOR OF LIBRARIES. Western Kentucky University invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of Libraries, available August, 1985. Qualifications include ALA-accredited mas­ ter’s, with second master’s or earned doctorate preferred; adminis­ trative experience with fiscal planning, program development, and personnel management in an academic library; and knowledge of current trends and applications in library information technology. Ex­ perience in grants writing and fundraising desirable. Responsibilities include managing libraries in four locations with $2.6 million budget and 81 employees. Director reports to the Vice President for Aca­ dem ic Affairs. Member of SOLINET and other database services. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Send ap­ plication letter, resume, and five references, including phone num- 274 / C &RL News bers, by May 31 to: Office of A cadem ic Affairs, Library Search, West­ ern Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY 42101. An affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. GOVERNM ENT PUBLICATIO NS LIBRARIAN. Manages the Gov ernment Publications Unit which is responsible for the Government Documents and Urban Studies Collections; has specific responsibili­ ties in the areas of Political Science and Urban Studies, including col­ lection development, specialized reference, and online searching; participates in general reference activities. Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited library school; degree in a social science, politi­ cal science preferred; know ledge of online searching; w orking knowledge of a foreign language desirable; some knowledge of OCLC cataloging desirable; experience in governm ent documents required; supervisory experience and previous work in academ ic re­ search librarianship highly desirable. Send letter of application, re­ sume, and three letters of reference to: Virginia Toliver, Director, Li­ b ra ry P e rso n n e l and A d m in is tra tiv e S e rv ic e s , B ox 1061, H E A D A C Q U IS IT IO N S D E P A R T M E N T George Washington University Gelman Library Responsibilities: Provide leadership and innova­ tion for a recently reorganized department incorpo­ rating monograph and serials acquisitions func­ tions. D evelop p o lic ie s and p ro c e d u re s and administer department of 16 FTE in searching, or­ dering, and receiving of all materials for the Gelman Library. Responsible for vendor selection for mate­ rials, management of major approval plan pro­ grams, and management of current manual serials record. Serve as liaison with other library depart­ ments, faculty, vendors, book dealers, and others. Qualifications: ALA–accreditated MLS, 3 -4 years A cquisitions experience in an academ ic or re­ search library including previous supervisory or management experience. Preferred: experience with serials acquisitions, automated acquisitions and fund accounting or serials control. Good com­ munication skills, record of involvement in the pro­ fession. The Gelman Library acquisitions budget for FY 84/85 is $1.1 million. The Library is in the pro­ cess of planning for further development of auto­ mated systems, including the automation of Acqui­ sitions and Serials. This position reports to the Assistant University Librarian for Collections. Salary from $22,000. Salary is dependent upon back­ ground and experience. Closing date for application is: June 3, 1985. Please send current resume and names of three ref­ erences to: Penelope Fay Heavner Executive Coordinator George Washington University Gelman Library Washington, DC 20052 GWU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Washington University, St. Louis, MO 63130 by May 31, 1985. Washington University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action em­ ployer. HEAD, A UD IO VISU AL, Southeastern Louisiana University. Super­ vises 2 FTE clerical employees. Responsible for review and approval of AV materials. Oversees maintenance of AV equipment. ALA-MLS required. AV specialist degree preferred. Experience with auto­ mated system desired. Salary: $22,000 or higher, depending on ed­ ucation and experience. Starting date July 1. Closing date June 1. Send letter of application, resume, name, addresses, and phone numbers of references to: David Robinson, Sims Memorial Library, POB 896, SLU, Hammond, LA 70402. HEAD, CIRCU LATIO N, Southeastern Louisiana University. Re­ sponsible for circulation, reserve, and supervision of stack mainte­ nance personnel. Supervise 3 FTE clerical employees and student assistants. Night and weekend rotation at reference desk. ALA –MLS required. Experience in circulation preferred. Experience with auto­ mated system desired. Faculty rank and status. Salary $22,000 or higher, depending on education and experience. Starting date July 1. Closing date June 1. Send letter of application, resume, names, addresses, and phone numbers of references to: Binnie Aham, Sims Memorial Library, POB 896, SLU, Hammond, LA 70402. HEAD OF DATA PROCESSING. (Search reopened.) Reports to the Associate Director/Director of Libraries and carries out assign­ ment in accordance with established priorities. Works approximately 60% of the time in Denver with the staff of Colorado Alliance of Re­ search Libraries (CARL) developing and maintaining an online inte­ grated system. Plans and develops additional data processing appli­ cations and office automation systems in CU Libraries within the fram ework of CARL and Campus Administrative Data Processing Office. Provides liaison and coordination with CARL and Campus ADP Office. Supervises one FTE staff member in the Library Data Processing Office and provides project services, program m ing and advice concerning equipm ent and advances in technology. Re­ quired: ALA-accredited MLS degree; minimum of two years profes­ sional library data processing and systems experience in designing, im plem enting or operating library autom ated systems; dem on ­ strated ability to write com puter programs; supervisory experience; demonstrated ability to work with supervisors and staff in the applica­ tion of data processing systems; familiarity with commercially avail­ able data processing applications; demonstrated knowledge of AL­ G O L, P A S C A L or T A L p ro g ra m m in g la n g u a g e s . D e s ira b le : knowledge of COBOL program m ing language; experience with mi­ crocom puter technology plus large data processing systems; addi­ tio n a l d a ta p ro c e s s in g sys te m s e x p e rie n c e . S a la ry ra n g e : $25,000-$32,000 for twelve months with faculty rank and status. Perquisites include TIAA/CREF and usual vacation and sick leave benefits. A pply by July 15, 1985 to: Leo W. Cabell, Chair, Search Committee, University Libraries, University of Colorado at Boulder, Boulder, CO 80309. Applicants should send resume plus names, addresses and telephone numbers for three references by closing date. The University of Colorado at Boulder is an equal opportunity, affirmative action and Section 504 employer. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. HEAD OF REFERENCE SERVICES. Experienced, innovative li­ brarian sought to assume leadership responsibilities for reference services and bibliographic instruction under the direction of the Pub­ lic Services coordinator. The position includes reference collection developm ent and maintenance, supervision of students and a classi­ fied staff member, reference desk service including some evening and occasional weekend work, coordination of bibliographic instruc­ tion, and online searching as assigned. Applicants should have good communication skills, imagination and a dedication to quality reference service. Candidates for this position must have an ALA- accredited MLS and an additional subject master’s degree, prefera­ bly in a science. Minimum of four years relevant professional experi­ ence in an academ ic library is required; two years of demonstrated com petence in online searching on both DIALOG and BRS is highly desirable. Position available August 19,1985. This is a probationary faculty position. Appointm ent will be at the rank of assistant professor or above, depending upon qualifications. University standards ap­ ply for promotion and tenure. Salary commensurate with experience ($20,000 minimum). A cadem ic year contract with some summer em­ ployment usually available at individual and campus options. The li­ brary faculty is organized as an academ ic department. Send appli­ cation letter, resume, and three current, professional references with May 1985 / 275 phone numbers to: Edwin Hill, Department Chair, M urphy Library, U niversity of W isconsin–La Crosse, La Crosse, Wl 54601 post­ marked by June 10, 1985. AA/EOE. HEAD, REFERENCE DEPARTM ENT. Responsible for administra­ tion of department providing the following services: reference and information desk, telephone reference, bibliographic instruction and user education, governm ent publications, online search services, and services to the handicapped. Consults with and advises the As­ sistant Director of Libraries for Public Services on reference pro­ grams and policies. Participates with other public services depart­ m ent heads in the form ulation of public services policies and planning. Reference librarians perform collection development and faculty liaison duties for assigned academic disciplines. The Head will also ensure the effective development of reference services in new library building presently under construction. Reports to the As­ sistant Director of Libraries for Public Services and works closely with other units for public service aspects of implementation of an inte­ grated library system. The Reference Department currently consists of 13 librarians and 6 support staff. Qualifications: ALA-accredited M LS. At least 3 years professional experience in public services, with preference given for substantial experience in reference department of academ ic library and demonstrated management skills. Back­ ground or experience in online searching. Strong oral and written com m unication skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective w ork­ ing relationships with diverse individuals in a rapidly changing aca­ dem ic environment. Preferred: Background in bibliographic instruc­ tion and/or collection development. Knowledge of automated online systems. Rank and salary dependent upon qualifications. Vacation of 22 w orking days. Liberal sick leave. E m p lo yee ’s basic Blue Cross/Blue Shield, major dental, medical, and group life insurance all paid by the University. TIAA-CREF. Tuition remission. Send letter of application, current resume, and the names and telephone num­ bers of three references to: Frances O . Painter, Personnel Officer, Office of the Director, University of Delaware Library, Newark, DE 19717-5267. To ensure consideration application must be received by June 1,1985. The University of Delaware Library is an equal op­ portunity employer which encourages applications from qualified minority groups and women. HEAD, SCIENCE-ENGINEERING LIBRARY. (Search reopened.) The University of Arizona is seeking a professional librarian to adm in­ ister its Science-Engineering library. Responsibilities include super­ vision of 6.5 professional librarians, and 7 career staff members; ad­ ministration of reference service, online searching, bibliographic instruction, and collection development; and supervision of the cata­ log maintenance office and the current periodicals and microforms room in the Science-Engineering library. This person reports to the assistant university librarian for branch services and participates in various librarywide administrative and planning groups. Applicants must have substantial and increasingly responsible administrative experience, preferably in public services in a research library; dem ­ onstrated supervisory, leadership and planning skills; and the ability to communicate and work effectively with staff, faculty and other ad­ ministrators. Familiarity with the literature of the sciences, administra­ tion of public services and collection development in an academ ic or science library is desirable. Minimum salary is $29,000; higher salary is negotiable depending on qualifications and experience. Librari­ ans at the University of Arizona have academic professional status, are voting members of the faculty, and may take up to 15 days pro­ fessional leave per year. They have 22 days’ paid vacation, 12 days’ sick leave and 10 holidays. A standard package of fringe benefits is available. A letter of application, resume, and names of three refer­ ences should be sent to: W. David Laird, University Librarian, Uni­ versity of Arizona Library, Tucson, AZ 87521. Applications received prior to June 15 will be given first consideration. The University of Arizona is an equal employm ent opportunity, affirmative action em­ ployer. HEAD, SERIALS, Southeastern Louisiana University. Supervise 4 FTE clerical employees and student assistants. Night and weekend rotation at reference desk. Supervise maintenance of microfilm and equipment. A LA –MLS required. Experience with serials cataloging and OCLC is preferred. Experience with automated system desired. Faculty rank and status. Salary: $22,000 or higher, depending on education and experience. Starting date July 1. Closing date June 1. Send letter of application, resume, names, addresses, and phone numbers of references to: John Budd, Sims Memorial Library, POB 896, SLU, Hammond, LA 70402. INFO RM ATIO N SERVICES LIBRARIAN. Health Center Library, University of Connecticut. One of four professionals reporting to Head of Information Services. Responsible for reference service, on­ line searching, user education, user friendly database consultation, clinical librarianship. Information Services responds annually to 18,000 reference questions and 2400 com puter search requests. UCHC Library serves Schools of Medicine, Dental Medicine, gradu­ ate basic sciences and University Hospital. Qualifications: ALA- accredited MLS required. Experience in health science reference and online searching preferred. Individuals sought who initiate new programs and provide follow through in team-oriented environment. Salary: $17,000-$22,000 depending upon experience. Send letter, resume, and names, addresses, and phone numbers of three pro­ fessional references by May 31, 1985, to: Ralph D. Arcari, Director, Health Center Library, University of Connecticut, Farmington, CT 06032. Preliminary interviews will also be held at the Medical Library Association Meeting in New York, May 27-30, 1985. An affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. M/W/H. LIBRARIAN, HEAD, HUM ANITIES DIVISIO N, with faculty rank. Position reopened. Responsible for the Humanities Public Services Division of the Library directing the work of three professional librari­ ans, three nonprofessionals, and four student assistants. Supervise collection developm ent for materials in all literatures and languages, religion, the fine arts, architecture, general periodicals, library and information science, journalism, sports and recreation. Sit on the li­ brary director’s council and serve on council committees concerned w ith overall lib ra ry o p e ra tio n . M asters d e g re e from an ALA- accredited library school; a bachelors or second masters in a disci­ pline in the humanities; at least five years experience in an academ ic library public services position, preferably in the humanities. Initial appointm ent with faculty rank of Instructor with advancem ent to As­ sistant Professor at end of first year if merited. Free health and acci­ dent insurance, free life insurance and Oklahoma Teachers’ Retire­ ment, and TIAA/CREF Program. Twenty-two working days vacation and 8 holidays. Opportunity to work toward advanced degree. Sal­ ary $19,800 minimum. For full consideration application should be received by May 30, 1985. Submit letter of application with resume including names of. three references to: Roscoe Rouse, University Li­ brarian, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078. AA/EO employer. LIBRARIAN. Responsible for the juvenile, curriculum, score, record and AV Collections of a university library serving 6,500 students; could involve some service responsibility for documents and data­ base searching; opportunity to teach section of required course in use of library resources; supervision of one clerical position in addi­ tion to student assistants. Nights and weekends work expected. A c­ credited MLS required; BS in education with music background de­ s ira b le ; e x p e rie n c e h e lp fu l b u t not re q u ire d . A n n u a l s a la ry $14,400 + , depending upon qualifications and experience. Excel­ lent fringe benefits. Open immediately. Application including re­ sume, undergraduate and college transcripts, and two letters of rec­ ommendation should be sent by May 31,1985, to: George N. Hartje, Director of Libraries, Pickier Memorial Library, Northeast Missouri State University, Kirksville, MO 63501. Equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. MUSIC BRANCH LIBRARIAN. Provides music reference service to the University’s Lamont School of Music. Responsible for music col­ lection development, library orientation, bibliographic instruction and faculty outreach. Minimum qualification: ALA-accredited MLS with u nd e rgraduate degree in music and m usicology. D em on­ strated communication skills, both written and oral. Evidence of pro­ fessional growth and commitment. Experience in an academ ic or re­ search library desirable. Faculty status, twelve-month contract, 22 days annual leave, TIAA/CREF, $17,000. Available July 1,1985. A p ­ plications received by June 10 will receive first consideration. Initial interviews will be held at the July ALA Conference. Send letter of ap­ plication, resume, transcripts and names of three current references to: Director’s Office, Penrose Library, University of Denver, 2150 E. Evans Ave., Denver, CO 80208. The University of Denver (Colorado Seminary) is an EEO/AA employer. NAL INDEXER/REFERENCE LIBRARIAN. University of Georgia Entry level position. (Salary minimum $16,500.) Duties: Responsible to the Head, Science Reference for participating in a cooperative agreement between the National Agricultural Library and the Univer­ sity of Georgia to select appropriate agriculture, horticulture and for­ 276 / C&KL News estry articles for inclusion in the Agricola database and to analyze subject content, assign CAB thesaurus descriptions, and prepare MARC coded bibliographic records of those articles. In addition, as­ sumes science reference responsibilities of assisting students, fac­ ulty, and staff in making effective use of library resources, including government documents and science databases. The Science Li­ brary serves the biomedical, agricultural, and physical sciences with over 430,000 volumes and 5,500 current journal subscriptions and a staff of 28. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS; familiarity with sci­ ence literature or relevant experience preferred; knowledge of data­ base searching; knowledge of Agricola and CAB databases de­ sired; fam iliarity with autom ated cata lo g in g system s desired; familiarity with MARC tags desired; working knowledge of basic ref­ erence sources; ability to communicate effectively; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; strong interest in aca­ demic librarianship desired. Application procedure: Send letter of application by May 31,1985, including resume and names of three references to: Bonnie Jackson Clemens, Assistant Director for A d­ ministrative Services, University of Georgia Libraries, Athens, GA 30602. This position will be filled only if suitable applicants are found. An equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. ORIENTALIA CATALOG LIBRARIAN, Catalog Department, Uni versity of Oregon Library. Assistant Professor or higher, depending upon qualifications. Responsibilities include cataloging Chinese and Japanese language monographs, serials, and non-print materials, using LC cards or copy from OCLC, or producing original records; with possibility of some cataloging of English-language mono­ graphs. Qualifications: MLS from ALA-accredited library school; strong working knowledge of Chinese and Japanese, including abil­ ity to write characters; good command of English; knowledge of AACR2 and LC classification. Prefer 2 years cataloging experience in an academic research library and working knowledge of OCLC and MARC formats. Salary: $17,500 minimum for 12-month appoint­ ment, plus fringe benefits. Submit letter of application, resume, and names of four references by June 15, 1985, to: Thomas A. Stave, Personnel Librarian, University of Oregon Library, Eugene, OR 97403-1299. An EO/AA employer. PHYSICAL SCIENCES RESOURCE LIBRARIAN/GEOLOGY LI­ BRARIAN. Responsible for coordinating collection development and services for the libraries which support teaching and research programs in the physical sciences and engineering. Designs and im­ plements information and instruction programs for several of these libraries. On a half-time basis, the Librarian will be responsible for the collection and services of the Geology Library. Requires MLS de­ gree. Training in the physical sciences (B.S. required, M.S. prefer­ red). Knowledge of the literature of the earth sciences. Several years professional library experience in collection development and public services. Experience supervising full-time staff. Experience selecting and processing maps desirable. Reading knowledge of Russian or German desirable. Experience searching online databases desir­ able. Salary: Rank and salary dependent on experience and qualifi­ cations, from a minimum of $25,000. Fringe benefits include contrib­ utory comprehensive group practice health insurance, five weeks vacation. Please send resume listing the names of three references by June 28, 1985, to: Maureen Sullivan, Head Library Personnel, Yale University Library, Box 1603A Yale Station, New Haven, CT 06520. An AA/EEO employer. All interested persons are encour­ aged to apply. RARE BOOKS CATALOGER. Responsible for all cataloging and maintenance of rare printed materials. Requirements: cataloging ex­ perience with a national database, preferably OCLC and in a rare books environment; MLS degree from an ALA-accredited school; proficiency in Latin and at least French or German. Salary $17,000 up, depending on background. Send resume by May 24 to: James DeLancey, Associate Librarian, Georgetown University Library, P.0. Box 37445, Washington, DC 20013. An affirmative action, equal op­ portunity employer. REFERENCE/ACCESS SERVICES LIBRARIAN. 12 month faculty position. Duties include 15-20 hours per week at reference desk (some night and weekend hours), work in cataloging and other areas of technical services, with responsibility for planning the expansion or implementation of library automation programs (OCLC cataloging and interlibrary loan, microcomputer-based acquisitions fund ac­ counting, and computerized database searching). Opportunities for flexibility in future assignments. Requires an MLS from an ALA- accredited school, plus relevant experience, preferably in an aca­ demic library; good communication skills; background or recent li­ brary education in computer technology. Salary commensurate with education and experience, $16,000 minimum. Attractive benefits program. Application deadline June 1, or until a suitable candidate is identified. Send letter of application, resume, names of three refer­ ences, transcript, and/or library school placement file to: Wilma Rife, Mabee Library, W ashburn University, Topeka, KS 66621. An EEO/AA employer. L IB R A R IA N F O R S L A V IC C O L L E C T IO N S University of California, Berkeley Responsible for the selection of Slavic language books and serials and maintenance of collections by review and evaluation, identification of lacunae; weeding and examination for preservation purposes. Offer reference service and bibliographic assistance to users of Slavic collections, particularly to faculty and stu­ dents associated with the Center for Slavic and East European Studies. Provide reference and instructional services to broader Library clientele through service at General Reference desk and orientation programs. Occasional night and weekend work required. Graduate library degree, substantial graduate work in an academic discipline related to Slavic studies; and fluent Russian and working facility in other Slavic and East European languages required. French, German and Church Slavonic highly desirable. Broad knowledge of Slavic scholarship and book trade expected along with understanding of current developments in research libraries and of systems of biblio­ graphic organization and access. Full job description mailed on request. Salary in $21,024-$47,880 per annum range depending on qualifications. Position available on or about 1 July 1985. Send resume and three professional references, by 31 May 1985, to: William E. Wenz Personnel Officer Room 447 General University of California Berkeley, CA 94720 The University of California is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. May 1985 / 277 R E FERENCE/G ENERAL SER VICES LIB RAR IA N. Search re­ opened for an individual to provide reference service, including on­ line database searching and participation in classroom Library In­ struction program. Initial responsibilities also include coordination of Interlibrary Loan Office, and telephone reference services to public libraries through county-funded grant. MLS from ALA-accredited li­ brary school. Second master’s degree desired (progress toward a second master’s required for tenure). Minimum of three years pro­ fessional experience in library reference services with at least one year database searching. Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written presentations and planning and supervisory skills essen­ tial. Tenure-track position. Candidate will be expected to meet library and university criteria in job performance, scholarship, service for promotion and tenure. Rank and salary dependent upon qualifica­ tions. Minimum salary $18,000. Ten-month contract, TIAA/CREF, excellent fringes. Deadline (postmark) for letter of application, re­ sume and names of three references: June 10, 1985. Starting date: August 15, 1985. Submit to: Suzanne O. Frankie, Dean of the Li­ brary, Oakland University Library, Rochester, Ml 48063. An equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. REFE R E N C E L IB R A R IA N /B IB L IO G R A P H E R , RARE BOOK AND M ANUSCRIPT LIBRARY. The primary responsibilities of this position are to provide general and in-depth reference service for the collections of rare books and manuscripts, to supervise the opera­ tions of the Rare Book and Manuscript Library Reading Rooms and Reference Center at assigned times, to instruct individuals and classes in the use of rare books and related materials, to assist in ex­ hibition projects, to edit card catalogs and act as liaison with the cata­ loging department, to organize and describe book and manuscript collections, to assist in the maintenance and development of the col­ lections, and to assist on special projects relating to the Library. In addition to an accredited MLS, the position requires: knowledge of reference sources in rare books and manuscripts, descriptive bibli­ ography, archival organization and techniques, and preservation methods; ability to search in RLIN databases; effective writing and speaking skills; and reading knowledge of French, German, and Latin. A graduate degree in American and/or English literature, or other relevant degree, and previous relevant library experience are highly desirable. Excellent benefits, including free tuition and assist­ ance with University housing. Salary ranges (which will increase 7 /1 /8 5 ) are: L ib ra ria n I: $ 1 9 ,0 0 0 - $ 2 4 ,7 0 0 ; L ib ra ria n II: $ 21 ,000-$27,300. Submit resume, listing 3 references and salary requirements to: Box 35, Butler Library, Columbia University Li­ braries, 535 West 114th Street, New York, NY 10027. Deadline for Applications is May 30, 1985. An affirmative action, equal opportu­ nity employer. REFERENCE LIBRARY HEAD. University of Illinois Library at Urbana-Champaign. Position available August 21, 1985. Responsi­ bilities: Under the general direction of the Assistant Director of Gen­ eral Services for Central Reference Services has operating responsi­ bility for the Reference Library. In addition to providing direct reference service to the campus community from a central location, the Reference Library also provides online search services and en­ gages in a variety of user education activities. The Head will work closely with reference librarians in the provision of these services and also with the Assistant Director in planning for their development and improvement. The Head will have primary responsibility for Refer­ ence Library staff training and evaluation. Qualifications: Required: Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school, or its equivalent. At least four years of progressively more re­ sponsible experience in a general reference setting in a university or large research library and evidence of administrative ability. Com­ prehensive know ledge of general reference and b ib lio grap h ic sources. Experience in the provision of online search services. Ex­ cellent oral and written communications skills and the ability to work well with people, both individually and in groups. Evidence of a strong commitment to responsive and innovative reference service. The ability to provide firm, positive leadership and to work coopera­ tively in a dem anding and rapidly changing environment. Evidence of the ability to meet university standards of research, publication and service. Preferred: Experience in reference management and online services management. Background in reference collection developm ent and evaluation. Desirable: Experience in planning user education programs. Librarians have faculty rank. Engaging in research, publication, and university/community/professional ser­ vice is an integral part of the job assignment. Rank for this position will be dependent on qualifications. Salary $28,000 upward. Send complete resume with names and addresses of five references to: Paula D. Watson, Assistant Director of General Services, Chair, Search Committee, c/o Library Personnel Office, 127 Library, Uni­ versity of Illinois Library at Urbana-Champaign, 1408 West Gregory Drive, Urbana, IL 61801; (217) 333-1116. For maximum consider­ ation, applications and nominations should be received no later than June 1, 1985. The University of Illinois is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. REFERENCE LIBRARIAN, Humanities and Social Sciences. Entry- level position for someone with commitment to reference, database searching, and instruction. Responsibilities include collection devel­ opm ent in several areas. Faculty status, tenure-track, academic-year appointment. Research and publication required for tenure. ALA- accredited MLS required. Second master’s degree, reference expe­ rience in an academic library, and background or experience in data ba se se a rch in g p re fe rre d . State re tire m e nt plan. Salary: $17,000 for 9-m.onth position. Send resume by June 15, 1985, to: Dean’s Office, Jerome Library, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403-0170. Starting date: August 10, 1985. BGSU is an EO/AA employer. REFERENCE LIBRARIAN. Library of Science and Medicine. Avail­ able immediately. Responsible for general reference assistance. Participates in the library orientation program. Performs online data­ base searching. May also serve as a subject specialist with responsi­ bility for collection development and departmental faculty liaison. Shares schedule for nights and weekends. MLS from an accredited library school required. Two years of academic reference experi­ ence, including database searching preferred. $20,688 minimum, depending upon background experience and credentials. Faculty status, calendar year appointment, TIAA/CREF, life/health insur­ ance, 22 days vacation. Submit resumes and three sources for cur­ rent reference by June 1,1985, to: Alfrieda Phillips (APP 93), Person­ nel A s s is ta n t, A le x a n d e r L ib ra ry , R u tg e rs U n iv e rs ity , New Brunswick, NJ 08903. An equal opportunity, affirmative action em­ ployer. REFERENCE LIBRARIANS (two positions). Carnegie Mellon Uni­ versity Libraries are seeking innovative and creative librarians with a desire to share in the development of the applications of computing technologies in libraries. The University Libraries use central com ­ puting systems extensively for text processing and electronic mail. In addition, a range of microcomputers is also available in the Libraries. The LS/2000 system has been installed and the online catalog is op­ erational. An interactive Library Communications System is being developed as part of the University’s plan for expanding computing resources and services on the campus. In addition to reference re­ sponsibilities using printed and online resources, CMU Reference Li­ brarians also provide specialized collection development, liaison services and bibliographic instruction in their subject area(s) of ex­ pertise. The positions d escribed below require an MLS (ALA- accredited), effective reference and instructional skills, knowledge of collection development techniques, experience with online data­ base searching and effective interpersonal, verbal and written com ­ munication skills. 1) Computer Science Librarian manages one of the leading computer science/robotics collections in the country and is a member of the staff of the Engineering and Science Libraries. The Engineering and Science Libraries serve the staff and faculty of the Carnegie Institute of Technology and the Mellon College of Science. The Computer Science Librarian is also responsible for providing specialized research assistance to members of the Computer Sci­ ence Department and Robotics Institute. At least two years experi­ ence working with science and engineering information required; degree or significant course work in engineering or com puter sci­ ence preferred. 2) Hunt Library Reference Librarian/ILL Coordinator is responsible for coordinating Hunt Library ILL services, including the supervision of one staff member and several FTE student assis­ tants. Hunt Library serves the colleges of humanities, social sci­ ences, public and business administration. As ILL Coordinator, this position is also responsible for maintaining the consistency of ILL policies in Hunt Library with other CMU Libraries. The ILL Coordina­ tor will serve as chair of the ILL Committee on a rotational basis with other Reference Librarians in the CMU Libraries system. Experience with ILL using OCLC and knowledge of at least one foreign language required; degree or significant course work in English or other m od­ ern languages preferred. Salary is dependent upon qualifications and experience, minimum of $15 ,0 0 0 -$ 1 6,000. Send letter of appli­ cation, resume and the names of three references to: Pat Smith, Em­ ployment Manager, Personnel Department, Carnegie Mellon Uni­ versity, Pittsburgh, PA 15213 by June 7,1985. Screening interviews 278 / C&RL News will be conducted at ALA and SLA. Positions available July 15. CMU is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. REFERENCE LIBRARIAN. (Sciences.) Duties include general ref­ erence work in undergraduate institution, participation in active li­ brary instruction program, and collection development in the areas of science and health science. MLS from ALA-accredited institution required. Second master’s or Ph.D. preferred. Academic back­ ground in science or health science, experience in reference work, bibliographic instruction and online database searching also highly desirable. Good communication skills and the ability to work effec­ tively in a team are essential. Twelve-month tenure-track position w ith s ta n d a rd b e n e fits and T IA A /C R E F . S alary ra n ge $18,000-$20,000. Position available July 1, 1985. Deadline for ap­ plications is May 31,1985. Send vitae with names of three references to: Pauline Hunsberger, Helmke Library, Indiana University-Purdue University at Fort Wayne, 2101 Coliseum Blvd. East, Fort Wayne, IN 46805. IPFW is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply. REFERENCE/LIBRARY INSTRUCTION LIBRARIAN. Search ex tended. College Library, University of Southern California. Assistant Librarian: $18,000-$22,000. The College Library has a selective col­ lection geared to undergraduate students fulfilling general course re­ quirements within Letters, Arts, and Sciences, and is actively in­ volved in implementing an online catalog and student conducted database searching (using Search Helper). The librarian will select materials and provide reference service in the humanities and social sciences, and possibly selected disciplines in the sciences. This po­ sition will also develop, coordinate, and conduct library orientation programs for undergraduates, including: giving tours, classroom lectures, and possibly a course on reference tools and search strat­ egy, as well as preparing bibliographies and instructional leaflets. Other duties may include: some training and supervision of library assistants and student workers, service on University Library com ­ mittees, and responsibility for the College Library in the absence of the D e p artm en t Head. Q ualifications: an MLS from an ALA- accredited library school; an AB in a major LAS discipline; excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written), and an active interest in teaching undergraduate students and im­ plementing automation programs. Applications will be accepted un­ til June 1, 1985. Submit a letter of application, enclosing a resume and a list of at least three references to: Anna Covington, Personnel Officer, Doheny Memorial Library, University of Southern California, University Park, Los Angeles, CA 90089-0182. USC is an equal op­ portunity, affirmative a c tio n employer. RETROSPECTIVE CONVERSION SERIALS LIBRARIAN, Tech nical Services Department. Responsible for analyzing complex, manual catalog records referred because of bibliographic problems and converting them to machine-readable form. Duties include problem-solving, and establishing and modifying procedures, and may include original cataloging. Qualifications include ability to work with major Western European languages, familiarity with Library of Congress practice, with MARC serials format, and with CONSER conventions. Must understand AACR2. Prefer recent experience in serials cataloging and understanding of previous cataloging rules and practices. Salary: $21 ,024-$36,996 for one year with likelihood of 2 year extension. Prefer application by June 15, 1985 with com ­ plete statement of qualifications, resume, and names of three refer­ ences to: Rita A. Scherrei, Director of Administrative Systems and P ersonnel Services, U niversity Research Library, UCLA, 405 Hilgard Avenue, Los Angeles, CA, 90024. For more information call (213) 825-1201. UCLA is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Librarians are represented by an exclusive bargaining agent, the American Federation of Teachers. SCIENCE REFERENCE LIBRARIAN/ENGINEERING SUBJECT SPECIALIST at Arizona State University (search extended). Re­ sponsibilities include reference and research assistance, online liter­ ature searching, collection development, faculty liaison, and biblio­ graphic instruction. Salary: dependent on qualifications ($17,000 minimum). Required: ALA-accredited MLS; strong background in engineering/science (academic training and/or experience); dem ­ onstrated oral and written communication skills. Preferred: under­ graduate or graduate degree in engineering/science; experience in reference and collection development; training and/or experience in Dialog, BRS or SDC. The position will remain open until filled. To en­ sure consideration, applications should be received by May 31, 1985, when review will begin. Please send letter of application which addresses each of the qualifications listed above, a current resume, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of four recent ref­ erences to: C onstance Corey, A ssistant U n ive rsity Librarian, Hayden Library, Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ 85287. Copies of the position description and announcement of vacancy are avail­ able on request. ASU is a committed equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Minorities are encouraged to apply. SERIALS LIBRARIAN, Harvard Law School Library. Responsible for planning, directing, and evaluating the operations of the Serials Records Unit in the Collection Development Dept., including docu­ ments and serials check-in, record creation and maintenance, in­ voice processing and conversion of manual records to machine- readable form using the University Library’s HOLLIS system. Serves as principal advisor on issues relating to serials management and online serials control; coordinates serials records manangement with work of acquisitions and cataloging. Resolves complex prob­ lems relating to receipt of serials and serial records. Supervises six full time support staff; reports to the Assistant Librarian for Collection Development. The Harvard Law School Library serves an interna­ tional research community as well as the Harvard Law School of 2,200. The Library’s collection of 1.5 million volumes in many lan­ guages includes approximately 10,000 active serial titles, 3,500 of which are now managed online. The Library is a depository library for the EEC and the US, a member of the New England Law Library Consortium and an associate member of the Research Libraries Group. Requirements: ALA-accredited MLS; three to five years’ seri­ als experience in a law or general research library; reading knowl­ edge of one modern Western European language; supervisory abil­ ity and experience; excellent problem solving and communications skills. Familiarity with online bibliographic and serials check-in sys­ tems strongly preferred. Hiring range: $24,000-$28,000, depen­ dent upon qualifications and experience. Position available Summer 1985. Review of applications will begin June 1,1985. Send resume, including names of three references, to: Jerry Green, Personnel and Fiscal Services Officer, Harvard Law School Library, Langdell Hall, Cambridge, MA 02138. SYSTEMS AND RESEARCH SERVICES. The Health Sciences Li­ brary at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill invites appli­ cants for two positions in Systems and Research Services. It is seek­ ing an e x p e rie n c e d person to head its system s dep a rtm e nt, currently consisting of 2 librarians. Reporting to the director, this de­ partment head coordinates the planning and implementation of au­ tomation and research projects throughout the library, consults with other staff to analyze automation needs and to design and maintain systems, and assists with research toward providing new or im­ proved services. Automation efforts currently in progress include on­ line catalog development in cooperation with area research libraries, use of microcomputers to support internal record keeping, imple­ mentation of an automated serials control system, planning for pub­ licly available microcomputers, and development of requirements for a local area network to support library office automation and man­ agement information functions. Appropriate experience and training in the following areas required: systems analysis and design, library automation, and statistical analysis. Strong communications ability necessary, both oral and written. ALA-accredited master’s and 3 years relevant experience required. Salary commensurate with ex­ perience: minimum $25,000. In the event of funding by the state leg­ islature, applicants are also sought for a Systems Librarian position. Reporting to the head of Systems and Research Services, this posi­ tion will have primary responsibility for designing and programming library applications which require the use of software such as dBASE, SAS, and SPSS. He or she will also participate in software and hardware selection, installation, user training, and ongoing tech­ nical support. Required: ALA-accredited master’s with experience in database design and m icrocomputer programming: ability to ana­ lyze and resolve technical problems and to communicate effectively with library staff at all levels: 2 years relevant experience. Familiarity with the basics of statistical analysis highly desirable. Salary based on experience; minimum $19,000. The Health Sciences Library has a professional staff of 24; it serves 5 professional schools and North Carolina Memorial Hospital. Send letter of application, curriculum vi­ tae, and names of 3 references to: Samuel Hitt, Director, Health Sci­ ences Library 223-H, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC 27514. Deadline for applications: June 15,1985. An affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. T E A C H IN G M A T E R IA L S R EFER EN C E B IB L IO G R A P H E R . SUNY College at Cortland. Responsible for overall administration and development of Teaching Materials collection and services. Serves as liaison with teacher education program faculty. Responsi­ May 1985 / 279 ble for library instruction and reference service related to the collec­ tion. Catalogs selected teaching materials. Cortland is an under­ graduate liberal arts college of 6,000 students located conveniently in beautiful central New York near Cornell University and Syracuse. Library of over 300,000 volumes. Teaching Materials collection of over 50,000 items. College heavily committed to teacher education. Position carries minimum rank of Senior Assistant Librarian with a starting salary of $18,000 and up depending on qualifications and experience. Faculty status and responsibilities, calendar year ap­ pointment, excellent fringe benefits. Minimum qualifications, Mas­ ter’s in library/information science, K-12 course work, and recent school experience including curriculum methodology and educa­ tional technology, dem onstrated supervisory and interpersonal skills. Recent teaching experience and second masters preferred. Submit cover letter and resume listing at least three references to: Selby U. Gration, Director of Libraries, SUNY College at Cortland, P.0. Box 2000, Cortland, New York 13045. Applications must be re­ ceived by May 31,1985. SUNY Cortland is an equal opportunity, af­ firmative action employer. ACQUISITIONS LIBRARIAN. Assistant Department Head. Assists the Department Head in planning, organizing and evaluating the work of the Department. Trains, supervises and evaluates staff associated with Bibliographic Searching, Firm Order Monographs and Approval Plan operations. MLS from an ALA-accredited school. Two or three years library experience, some of it in acquisitions. Working knowledge of at least one foreign language; experience with OCLC and automated systems desirable. Good communication skills and familiarity with basic supervisory skills are essential. Salary: $20,000 minimum. Apply by June 1, 1985. Desired starting date: available immediately. Send resumes to: Peggy Weissert–Rengel, Library Personnel Officer, 221 Memorial Library, University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, IN 46556. ASSISTANT REFERENCE LIBRARIAN (12 month, tenure track). Open July 1, 1985. Performs general reference services, shares responsibility for bibliographic instruction and online bibliographic searching, assists in ILL verification and reference collection development. Assists the department head with the coordination of the major Reference Department functions. Required: ALA–accredited MLS (earned by August 31, 1985), coursework and/or experience with online bibliographic searching, demonstrated communication skills. Desired: reference experience in an academic or research library, experience with bibliographic instruction and Interlibrary loan procedures, second master’s degree, working knowledge of a modern foreign language, academic background in the natural sciences. Minimum salary $17,000, with standard benefits. Application deadline: June 15, 1985, or until filled. Send resume, and have academic credentials and three recent letters of recommendation sent directly to: Clark Hallman, Chair, Search Committee, South Dakota State University Library, Box 2115, Brookings, SD 57007. An AA/EEO employer. ASSISTANT SCIENCE LIBRARIAN FOR THE PHYSICAL SCIENCES (Librarian I). Under the direction of the Head, Science Libraries, manages and develops research level collections in the physical sciences including physics, mathematics, astronomy, nuclear science and engineering, and materials science. Promotes effective collection development through communication with members of the faculty, research staff, student body, and library staff. Provides library users with traditional and online reference services. Qualifications: MLS from an ALA–accredited library school. Prior experience in a research library is highly desirable. Undergraduate degree in one of the physical sciences is highly desirable. Final candidates must also demonstrate well-developed interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate well in groups and with faculty, students and peers. Salary: $18,000-$20,000. Interested individuals should send resumes and the names of three references by May 31, 1985, to: Search Committee for Science Librarian (PhySci), The Libraries, Room 14S-216, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, MA 02139. MIT is an equal opportunity employer with an affirmative action plan and welcomes applications from qualified women and minority candidates. CATALOGER, Countway Library of Medicine, Harvard Medical School. Reporting to the Assistant Librarian for Collections Development and Management, responsible for cataloging, classification and preparation for shelving of current books and serials in biomedicine and related disciplines, for the 280 / C&RL News maintenance of the card catalog and for the Library’s contributions to University catalog systems. Establishes cataloging policies, writes reports, compiles statistics, shares planning activities and supervises staff of five, including two professionals. Qualifications: MLS plus 3-5 years’ increasingly responsible supervisory experience in a cataloging unit, including work with different kinds of materials, AACR2, a bibliographic utility (preferably OCLC), MARC formats and LC classification. Strong organizational, supervisory, interpersonal, and communication skills. Available 1 June 1985. Librarian II: $21,630 minimum. Good benefits package. Resumes to: Karen N. McFarlan, University Personnel Librarian, Harvard University Library, Wadsworth House, Cambridge, MA 02138. An equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. CURATOR, ARCHIVE FOR NEW POETRY, Mandeville Department of Special Collections, University of California, San Diego. Salary range for half time academic position: $10,512-$18,498. Starting date: Available immediately. The Mandeville Department of Special Collections houses a non-circulating collection of books, manuscripts, maps, newspapers, recording, art, ephemera, and other materials supporting selected research and instructional programs at UCSD. Under the general direction of the Head of Special Collections, the Curator is responsible for the development and management of the Archive for New Poetry and for the development of modern English and American Literature collections in the Central University Library. Under these general responsibilities, the Curator is expected to develop in-depth knowledge of the materials in the collection and to provide specialized research assistance to scholars; to establish an effective liaison with faculty in the areas of modern English and American literature, keeping informed of academic programs, faculty appointments, and scholarly research interests; and to participate in the development of finding aids and other bibliographic tools to facilitate the use of Archive materials. The Curator edits Documents for New Poetry, an annual publication that contributes to the bibliographical, biographical, and historical context for recent poetry. The appointee will also supervise the editing of the Archive Newsletter, a quarterly listing recent Archive acquisitions and regional poetry readings, and organize a year-long series of poetry readings. The position is budgeted at 50% of an 11-month appointment. The appointee may also have the opportunity to teach one or more courses in the Literature Department, if appropriately qualified. Any teaching duties would be additional to the curatorial position and would be compensated as such. Qualifications: Ph.D. in English or American Literature, with intensive subject expertise in contemporary poetry, as evidenced in established network of contacts among contemporary poets and broad acquaintance with movements, trends, schools, and publications of contemporary poetry. Experience with curatorship of literature or modern poetry collection is desirable, as is training and/or experience in collection development in a large research library. Experience in textual editing of contemporary poetry and in the organization and administration of poetry reading series is desirable. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with research oriented faculty and students and highly developed communication skills. Masters degree in Library Science desirable. An appointee at a higher salary level would be expected to bring to the position extensive literary background and curatorial experience. Consideration of applications will begin on June 14, 1985. Submit a letter of application, enclosing a resume and a list of references to: Jacqueline Coolman, Personnel Librarian, Library, C-075-H 1, University of California, San Diego, La Jolla, CA 92093. HEAD LIBRARIAN, Hampden-Sydney College, a liberal arts college for men with an enrollment of 750. Position available 1 July 1985. Primary responsibility for all services, planning, budget, and personnel. Ability to work effectively with library staff, faculty, and college administrators essential. Familiarity with OCLC, computer library technology, and contemporary audio- May 1985 / 281 visual technology essential. Interest in international studies desirable. Candidate should have minimum of 5 years experience, including successful supervisory responsibility, and possess an ALA-accredited masters degree and an undergraduate subject field degree. 12-month faculty rank appointment. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Minimum $32,000. Applications should be received by May 17, 1985. Send letter of application, resume, supporting materials, and names and addresses of three references to: Daniel P. Poteet II, Provost, Hampden–Sydney College, Hampden–Sydney, VA 23943; (804) 223-4381. AA/EEO. HEAD LIBRARIAN, The Long Island Historical Society, Brooklyn, N.Y. Responsible for overall management of 125,000–volume library plus manuscript, photograph, map, and newspaper collections belonging to organization founded in 1863. Reports to Executive Director and supervises assistant librarian, cataloger, 2 clerks, and volunteers. Provides reference assistance to readers, directs acquisitions and preservation programs, and responsible for policy, planning, and budget preparation. MLS required together with at least two year’s supervisory experience in a comparable institution and experience in writing grant proposals. Salary negotiable. Resumes to: Executive Director, The Long Island Historical Society, 128 Pierrepont Street, Brooklyn, NY 11201. Application deadline: June 1. HEAD OF ACQUISITIONS. Under the general supervision of the Head of Technical Services plans and manages the acquisitions program for monographs, serials, scores, recordings, multi-media, gifts, bindery, and any other materials related to the college programs. Serves as liaison with library collection development staff and college faculty. Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited program; five years academic library experience, at least two of which have been in Acquisitions/Serials management; experience in working with budgets; good oral and written communication skills; knowledge of the publishing trade. Familiarity with OCLC and other computer-based library operations essential. Working knowledge of at least one major European language (French, German, or Spanish) desirable. Advanced degree in other relevant subject field (Business Administration, Computers or the Natural Sciences) helpful. Associate level, twelve-month tenure-track position. Salary range: $19,000-$27,000. New York State fringe benefits include vacation, sick leave, eleven legal holidays, health and dental insurance, TIAA-CREF and NYS retirement options. Position available August 1. Send application by June 15, with resume and names of three references, to: Gary Barber, Chairman, Personnel Comnittee, Reed Library, State University of New York College at Fredonia, Fredonia, NY 14063. An affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. HEAD, SOCIAL SCIENCE AND HUMANITIES REFERENCE (LIBRARIAN III). Reporting to the Associate Director, this librarian has administrative/supervisory responsibility for the newly formed Social Science and Humanities Reference Unit. Responsibilities include supervising librarians and clerical staff; monitoring student and binding budgets; coordinating the unit’s collection development activities; planning for innovative and responsive reference services; serving as the liaison between this unit and other library units; and participating as a working reference librarian in the full range of services provided. Minimum qualifications include: an ALA-accredited MLS; graduate coursework beyond the MLS; a wide knowledge of bibliographic sources in the humanities and social sciences; specialized subject expertise in one or more fields; five years successful experience in libraries, including some in public services; demonstrated ability to succeed in an administrative/supervisory position; excellent communication skills. Minimum salary: $25,000. Closing date: Applications received prior to June 1, 1985, will receive priority consideration. Position will remain open until filled. Interested individuals should send a letter of application, resume, and the 282 / C&RL News names and addresses of three current references to: Beth J. Shapiro, Associate Director for Readers1 Services, Michigan State University Libraries, East Lansing, MI 48824–1048. Michigan State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. INFORMATION/REFERENCE LIBRARIAN II. Reporting to the Head of Information/Reference, this librarian has responsibility for developing and implementing a training program for all clerical and student desk assistants in Information/Reference Unit; organizing in–service training and staff development programs for librarians in this unit; supervising clerical and student desk assistants; and participating as a working reference librarian. Minimum qualifications include an ALA-accredited MLS; 3 years successful library experience including some instruction or supervision; ability to train and supervise a large clerical and student staff; commitment to providing high quality reference service to all types of users at a high volume desk; excellent communication skills. Minimum salary: $21,500. Closing date: Applications received prior to June 1, 1985, will receive priority consideration. Position will remain open until filled. Interested individuals should send a letter of application, resume, and the names and addresses of three current references to: Beth J. Shapiro, Associate Director for Readers’ Services, Michigan State University Libraries, East Lansing, MI 48824-1048. Michigan State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. LIBRARIAN. Portland State University Library. Tenure-track 1.0 FTE (12-month contract) vacancy for Social Science Librarian. Duties include reference, library instruction, faculty liaison, online searching, and book selection in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, Administration of Justice, and Women’s Studies. Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution and an advanced degree in Psychology, Sociology, Social Work, or Anthropology required. Minimum of three years professional experience in an academic library required. Salary: $20,300-$25,000 depending on experience. Twelve-month contract with 24 days paid vacation. Rank: Assistant or Associate Professor. Contact: Head of Readers’ Services, Portland State University Library, P.0. Box 1151, Portland, OR 97207, or call (503) 229-4520. Application deadline: May 31, 1985. Portland State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer. Qualified minorities, women, and members of other protected groups are encouraged to apply. LIBRARIAN WITH SUBJECT SPECIALIZATION IN THE NATURAL SCIENCES OR BUSINESS. Nine-month tenure-track faculty position. Responsibilities include participation in the collegial management of all library and audio-visual operations and in the development of campus information resources; collection development in and liaison with faculty and students in the natural sciences or in the School of Business; teaching undergraduate courses on information retrieval. General reference desk coverage and database searching; and active involvement in research and publication and in the academic life of the college. Qualifications include the following: MLS from an ALA-accredited institution; doctorate in a scientific field or MBA preferred; college teaching an academic library experience; demonstrated research interests; experience with computer-based information systems, e.g. DIALOG, the Source, electronic bulletin boards, etc.; familiarity with microcomputers and their applications; ability to plan and promote the use of new information technologies by other faculty, students and administrators. Salary ranges are: Assistant Professor: $23,000-$29,400; Associate Professor: $23,300-$32,400; Professor: $30,000-$41,900. Appointment will be made at the Assistant or Associate Professor level. To apply send a letter of application, resume and names of three references to: Wayne Wilson, Chair, Chapman College Library, 333 N. Glassell St., Orange, CA 92666. Applications must be received by May 31, 1985. AA/EOE. D o n ’t ta k e o u r w o rd .… L isten to the s c h o la r s .… “The British Biographical Archive has a fa ir claim to being the most important work of biographical reference to appear since the first publication o f the DNB in 1885. The editorial input o f this Saur publication—and, in particular, the degree of indexing and cross-referencing—adds vastly to its utility and indeed constitutes one of its chief claims to indispensability. A.L. ROW SE “For years biographers and historians have been making use of quaint and amateur systems o f information retrieval. The British Biographical Archive now provides them with a genuinely modern aid to research. It is a new and valuable instrument of twentieth century scholarship. ” MICHAEL H O LR O YD T h e B r it is h B io g r a p h ic a l A r c h iv e 1 7 t h —1 9 t h C e n tu r ie s A s in g le a l p h a b e t c u m u la t i o n o f o v e r 3 0 0 o f th e m o s t i m p o r t a n t E n g lis h –la n g u a g e b i o g r a p h i c a l r e f e r e n c e w o r k s o r i g i n a l l y p u b l i s h e d b e tw e e n 1601 a n d 1926. L a u r e e n B a il lie , M a n a g in g E d ito r P a u l S ie v e k i n g , E d ito r Included in this convenient A r c h iv e are com plete rep ro d u c tio n s o f biographical entries covering in d i­ viduals from England, Scotland, Wales, Ireland, and all British colonies to the date of th eir independence or hom e rule, as w ell as persons generally associated w ith Britain, but not of British birth. Individuals of every class, calling and distinction are included; no one has been o m itted for being obscure. A com plete listing o f the source w orks used to co m ­ pile the A r c h iv e is n o w available. Publication in 12 installm ents 1984— 1987. 1200 (approx.) fiche, 24X, negative polarity. K . G.S a u r I n c . 1 7 5 F i f t h A v e n u e . Ne w Y o r k , N .Y . 1 0 0 1 0 . 2 12 9 8 2 - 1 3 0 2