NOTICE OF VACANCY
August 13th, 2012
TITLE:
East Asia Library Technical Services Coordinator
LOCATION:
East Asia Library
THE
LIBRARIES:
Among
the largest academic research libraries in North America, the University of
Washington Libraries has a collection of more than seven million cataloged
volumes, an equal number in microform format, more than 50,000 serial titles,
and several million items in other formats. Students and faculty recognize the
value provided by the Libraries and rank the Libraries as the most important
source of information for their work. The Libraries also receives the highest
satisfaction rating of any academic service on the surveys of graduating
seniors conducted by the Office of Educational Assessment.
THE
EAST ASIA LIBRARY:
The
East Asia Library supports the faculty and students in the Department of Asian
Languages and Literature as well as the China Studies Program, the Japan
Studies Program, and the Korea Studies Program and the Center for Korea Studies
in the Jackson School of International Studies and is a major resource for
international scholars and the local heritage community. It is a leader among
the national community of East Asia libraries and is known for its outstanding
collections, international collaborations, and innovative digital projects. The
East Asia Library is located in Gowen Hall with a historic reading room and
recently refurbished user spaces and has a large auxiliary stacks space for
growth of its significant collections of over 650,000 volumes of publications
on East Asia in Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Tibetan, Manchurian, and other
languages. See http://www.lib.washington.edu/east-asia/
for further information about the East Asia Library.
THE
POSITION
The
University of Washington Libraries seeks an innovative and collaborative
Technical Services Coordinator for its East Asia Library. The position reports
to the Director of the East Asia Library and manages the East Asia Library’s
technical services which includes the acquisition of Chinese, Japanese, and
Korean (CJK) materials; cataloging of and metadata for all formats of library
materials; CJK serials maintenance, binding, marking, and preservation
operations; implementation of institutional practices and national standards;
and directing special technical services projects. The position provides
original and difficult copy cataloging in Chinese language materials in all
formats. The position represents the East Asia Library in policy discussions
and deliberations related to technical services and contributes to the overall
management of the East Asia Library. The position works closely with and is
also evaluated by the University Libraries' Head of Cataloging and Metadata
Services.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
- Provides oversight for and leadership of technical services in the East Asia Library (EAL).
- Coordinates EAL operations with the Libraries policies and practices as a whole, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and institutional practice.
- Oversees and coordinates EAL cataloging services, retrospective conversion, and technical services projects.
- Oversees and coordinates EAL serial services, including cataloging, check in, claiming, relocation, binding, preservation, weeding, record keeping and statistical compilation.
- Supervises the serials support staff and student assistants to maintain online and manual serials records.
- Oversees marking operations.
- Catalogs, classifies, and provides subject analysis for Chinese language materials in all formats.
- Contributes to overall management of the EAL.
- Acts as liaison to the Libraries technical services divisions: Acquisitions and Rapid Cataloging Services; Cataloging and Metadata Services; and Preservation Services.
- Coordinates the work of EAL staff with changes and new developments in technical services policies and practices.
- Participates in library committees and meetings as appropriate, including the Cataloging Policy Committee; responsible for informing EAL staff of committee discussions and deliberations, implementing decisions, and addressing implications for EAL practice and workflow.
- Assumes other responsibilities as assigned; performs other duties as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
- Graduate degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association or an equivalent graduate library science/information studies degree.
- Demonstrated commitment to diversity and understanding of the contributions a diverse workforce brings to the workplace.
- Minimum of two years post-MLS (or equivalent degree) professional experience working in a library or library-related position.
- Excellent communication skills (to read, write, and converse) in English and Chinese.
- Experience with cataloging and familiarity with cataloging rules and tools such as OCLC, MARC21 formats, AACR2, LC subject headings and classifications.
- Ability to work independently and with others in a demanding and rapidly changing environment where consultation, collaboration, and creativity are essential.
Preferred:
- Demonstrated knowledge of current and emerging technology as it contributes to technical services.
- Supervisory and management experience.
- Evidence of contributions to the profession.
- Evidence of initiative and resourcefulness in past activities, especially project management.
SALARY:
$48,000 minimum. Starting salary commensurate with qualifications and
background.
BENEFITS:
Librarians are academic personnel and participate in the University of
Washington Retirement Plan on a matching basis. Vacation is accrued at the rate
of 24 working days per year; sick leave at the rate of 12 working days per
year. No state or local income tax.
APPLICATION
PROCESS:
To
apply for this position, please submit the following information to libhr@uw.edu:
- Cover letter (addressed to Laura Lillard, Assistant Director, Libraries Academic Human Resources).
- Curriculum vitae or resume (include a telephone number, mailing address, email address and salary requirements).
- List of three references who are knowledgeable of your qualifications for this position (include telephone numbers, mailing addresses, and email addresses)
- Please use "Librarian Application" in the subject heading.
- Please submit all three components in a single, multi-page PDF document. All submissions will be maintained in a secure, password protected online file space until interviews are conducted. Then, some application materials will be circulated.
APPLICATION
DEADLINE:
To
ensure consideration, applications should be received no later than 5:00 pm,
Friday, November 30th, 2012.
University
of Washington Libraries Home Page is http://www.lib.washington.edu
The East Asia Library Home Page is http://www.lib.washington.edu/east-asia/
University of Washington, an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, is building a culturally diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates.
The East Asia Library Home Page is http://www.lib.washington.edu/east-asia/
University of Washington, an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer, is building a culturally diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from female and minority candidates.
In
compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the University
is required to verify and document the citizenship or employment authorization
of each new employee.
Laura Lillard
Assistant Director, Libraries Academic Human Resources
University of Washington Libraries
206-685-1594
lill@uw.edu
