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[Davis, Betty J]

INDIANA UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES-BLOOMINGTON
Assistant Librarian/Associate Librarian
Rare Books and Special Collections Cataloger, Lilly Library


The Lilly Library, Indiana University, Bloomington seeks an experienced rare book specialist for the position of Rare Books and Special Collections Cataloging Librarian. Reporting to the Head of Technical Services, Lilly Library, the librarian will serve as chief rare books cataloger at the Lilly Library and will catalog books and special collections materials in various languages and formats.  Founded in 1820, Indiana University-Bloomington has grown from a small state seminary into the flagship campus of a great public university with over 39,000 students and 1,800 faculty members. With a world-renowned research reputation, IUB is also known for its innovative academic programs and attentiveness to undergraduates. The campus covers over 1,800 wooded acres and is distinctive for both its park-like beauty and an architectural heritage inspired by local craftsmanship in limestone. The Indiana University Bloomington Libraries (http://libraries.iub.edu/) are among the leading academic research library systems in North America, having recently been named the top university library by the Association of College and Research Libraries. The IUB Libraries provide strong collections, quality service and instructional programs, and leadership in the application of information technologies. The IU Libraries system consists of eighteen libraries on the Bloomington campus, five libraries in Indianapolis, and a library at each of the six campuses across the state. The IUB collections include more than 6.6 million books, journals, maps, films, and audio/visual materials in over 900 languages. The collections support every academic discipline on campus, with an emphasis in the humanities and social sciences. Users can access more than 400 databases, 43,000 electronic journals, and 224,000 electronic books, as well as locally developed digital content. The IUB Libraries are active members of regional and national associations and consortia including the Committee on Institutional Cooperation (CIC), the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), Center for Research Libraries (CRL), the Digital Library Federation (DLF), and the Research Libraries Group (RLG). In addition, IUB is a founding member of the LOCKSS program and CLOCKSS initiative, participates in Hathi Trust, and plays a leadership role in the Open Library Environment (OLE).

The Lilly Library (http://www.indiana.edu/~liblilly/) is the rare books, manuscripts, and special collections library of the Indiana University Libraries, Bloomington.  Celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2010, the Lilly Library's holdings include about 400,000 books, approximately 150,000 pieces of sheet music, and more than 7.5 million manuscripts in more than 1700 discreet collections.

RESPONSIBILITIES
The Rare Books and Special Collections Cataloging Librarian is responsible for  original and enhanced cataloging of rare books and special collections materials in specialized areas, e.g. early or fine printing, major rarities, and general books, mostly of the hand press period.   Other duties include advising and consulting with other catalogers on bibliographical terminology and description, collations, and other cataloging problems specific to rare book cataloging and  remaining current with the changing body of cataloging rules for rare materials including DCRM, AACR2, RDA, MARC21, LCSH, and Library of Congress classification.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:

*         ALA-accredited MLS

*         Demonstrated experience with DCRM, AACR2, MARC21, cataloging components of OCLC, and local integrated online library systems

*         Competence in the techniques and terminology of descriptive bibliography

*         Working knowledge of Latin and at least two other foreign languages (Greek, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese and other modern European languages preferred)

*         Strong oral and written communication skills

*         3-5 years post-MLS rare book cataloging experience

*         Must be able to meet the requirements of a tenure-track librarian position

Preferred:

*         Second degree in a discipline related to the strengths of the Lilly Library collections

*         Knowledge of NACO procedures strongly preferred

*         Experience with  Sirsi/Unicorn products



SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and education; benefits include a university healthcare plan, university-funded base retirement plan, a 100% university paid group life insurance plan, and a generous paid time off plan. This is a tenure-track academic appointment that includes eligibility for sabbatical leaves. For a full list of benefit programs, please refer to the following resources:

*         Brochure: http://www.indiana.edu/%7Euhrs/benefits/benefit_broch-Feb05.pdf.

*         Web site: http://www.indiana.edu/~uhrs/benefits/neweeo-profe.html

*         Video: http://www.indiana.edu/~uhrs/benefitsvideo/academic.html

TO APPLY
Position is to be filled by January 1, 2011. Review of applications will begin on September 27, 2010. The position will remain open until filled. Please send letter of application, professional vita, and the names/addresses/telephone numbers of four references to:

Jennifer Chaffin
Director of Human Resources
Libraries Human Resources
Herman B Wells Library 201B
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN 47405
Phone: 812-855-8196
Fax: 812-855-2576
Email: libpers at indiana.edu<mailto:libpers at indiana.edu>

For more information about Indiana University Bloomington go to http://www.iub.edu. <http://www.iub.edu.%20>

Indiana University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Indiana University has a strong commitment to principles of diversity and in that spirit seeks a broad spectrum of candidates including women, minorities, and persons with disabilities.


Betty Davis
Libraries Human Resources
Herman B Wells Library 201A
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN  47405
(812) 855-8196