[Asis-l] Job opportunity: Technical Services Librarian, Washington DC

[Mary Reusch]

Please excuse cross-postings.

Our client, a prestigious research organization in Washington, DC, is currently interviewing for a technical services librarian. 

Overview: Under the general direction of the Library Director, the incumbent serves as the chief technical services librarian, responsible for cataloging all materials added to the collection, managing the day-to-day operation of the online catalog, and supporting desktop computers used by staff and in the public areas of the Library. 

Responsibilities: Provides descriptive cataloging for all Library materials, using Anglo-American Cataloging Rules; assigns subject headings using Library of Congress subject headings; assigns classification numbers to all items; maintains corporate, personal name and series authority files; maintains shelf list file ensures integrity of online catalog. 

Additionally , serves as system administrator for Library's online catalog; coordinates installation of upgrades with vendor as needed; does occasional Active Server Page programming to make changes in online library system; supports desktop computers in public area of Library and provides technical support for Library staff; represents Library in Computer Advisory Committee and attends bi-monthly meetings

Qualifications: Master's Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school, or equivalent combination of subject area Master's Degree and 3-5 yrs. work experience in library or information center, at least two of which must be in a related position or position requiring active participation with electronic resources. Experience utilizing Web-based integrated library system required. Systems analysis and database design experience preferred.

Functioning knowledge of HTML and style sheets. Working knowledge of XML, Cold Fusion, JAVA and SQL. Extensive experience in cataloging serials and interpreting rules for constructing forms or names and uniform titles.
Facility with performing original cataloging; thorough knowledge of Library of congress subject headings, LC classification schedules, and current Anglo-American cataloging rules; fluency in working with automated library catalog; and ability to pay very close attention to details. Knowledge of and/or experience in cataloging electronic items highly desirable. Experience with code writing and editing of ASP (Active Server Pages) highly desirable.

Please send resumes as a Word attachment and salary requirements to InfoCurrent: mary.reusch at infocurrent.com


Mary C. Reusch, MLIS
Account Representative 
InfoCurrent
Information Management Staffing
815 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 350
Washington, DC 20006
www.infocurrent.com
mary.reusch at infocurrent.com
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