University of Chicago: Head of East Asian Technical Services

The University of Chicago Library seeks an innovative and experienced librarian for the position of Head, East Asian Technical Services.

Situated on a campus rich in architecture and green spaces, only minutes from downtown Chicago, and within walking distance of Lake Michigan, the University of Chicago provides a unique working and learning environment. Employees enjoy easy access to a range of housing and transportation options, cultural venues, culinary experiences, educational opportunities, and recreational activities.

World-renowned for the scope and scale of distinctive print and digital collections, the University Library curates the 9th-largest research collection in North America, with 11 million volumes in print and electronic form, and acquiring as many as 100,000 new print volumes annually. Housed in the Joseph Regenstein Library, the East Asian Collection holds a collection of more than 850,000 volumes in traditional formats in Chinese, Japanese and Korean languages as well as a substantial and growing collection of electronic resources. As one of the finest such collections in the country, it serves not only teaching and research needs of the faculty and students at the University of Chicago but also scholars in the region and throughout the country by its Interlibrary Loan and other library services.

Reporting to the Curator for the East Asian Collection, the Head of East Asian Technical Services is responsible for managing the technical services operations for all materials in the East Asian Collection. The technical services operations include acquisitions, receiving, cataloging, binding, and labeling activities that support bibliographic access and control of the collections. The Head supervises supporting staff members for technical services, coordinates the work and activities of the technical services staff members, and sustains communication with other departments of the Library, including the central Technical Services Department, Preservation Department, systems colleagues, and stacks management operations. The Head also leads and manages the unit's cataloging outsourcing project, and performs original cataloging for Chinese materials, especially for non-monographic materials.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
In collaboration with the Curator and the central Technical Services Department of the Library, establish and update technical services policies, workflows, and procedures for East Asian (EA) that reflect changes and ensure efficiency and productivity. Supervise supporting staff and students; hire and train new employees, coordinating training with the central Technical Services Department as appropriate; provide performance appraisals for supervised staff. Motivate and manage staff to achieve unit goals and meet evolving requirements and standards for acquisitions, cataloging, and physical processing. Ensure that the work of the unit is responsive to user needs, and is in line with the Library's expectations for quantity and quality of the work. Oversee cataloging performed by Chinese, Japanese and Korean librarians. Maintain awareness of and leadership in advancing new developments in bibliographic control, metadata standards, emerging library linked data applications, innovative techniques and tools, as well as best practices for technical services. Serve as the resource person for the EA Collection on issues related to technical services, especially cataloging, including OCLC, our local Kuali-OLE system, national standards, and local policies and practices. Assume the role of problem solver for daily technical service operations; discuss the issues, problems encountered and possible solutions with the EA staff members involved, the Curator, and/or the central Technical Services Department, if necessary, to come up with solutions that are communicated clearly and understood by the staff involved. Manage the
cataloging outsourcing project to ensure its smooth implementation; serve as contact person to coordinate quality control, record loading, and communication with the service provider. Initiate and manage special projects of East Asian Technical Services. Perform some original cataloging for Chinese materials, especially non-monographic materials and electronic resources. Collect and compile statistics and submit an annual report of the technical services operations to the Curator. Serve on library committees, and be active professionally, both locally and nationally. Represent the East Asian Collection within the Library on technical services issues and bring the EA perspective to the Library's discussions as appropriate. Represent Chicago's East Asian Collection in local, regional and national forums such as CEAL on technical services issues, policies and practices.

Required Qualifications: Graduate library degree from an ALA-accredited library school or foreign equivalent plus substantial relevant experience; substantial cataloging experience in an academic/research library; supervisory experience; substantial experience with and excellent knowledge of cataloging standards, tools and resources pertaining to East Asian cataloging such as RDA, AACR2, LC subject headings and classification, MARC21 formats and authority files; fluency in English and Chinese languages with excellent oral and written communication skills including the ability to construct clear documentation; demonstrated ability to take initiatives, to prioritize work, to coordinate workflow, and to lead a team and/or project; strong analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills; strong critical thinking and problem solving skills; enthusiasm for and ability to work in a team environment with diverse staff; excellent knowledge of Pinyin Romanization system for Chinese language.

Preferred Qualifications: substantial cataloging experience with materials in East Asian Languages; experience in managing related operations in an academic/research library, particularly with East Asian materials; experience designing and deploying training programs for staff; experience with LC-PCC Policy Statements, BIBCO, NACO and CONSER; cataloging experience with non-book materials and electronic resources; knowledge of another East Asian language; familiarity with the Romanization system for Japanese or Korean language; demonstrated strong computer skills; professionally active at the regional and/or national levels.

Salary and Benefits: Appointment salary based on qualifications and experience. Benefits include retirement plan, insurance, and paid time off. There is a tuition benefit plan for college age and younger children.

Apply for this position at http://academiccareers.uchicago.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=54492

Applications received by April 15 will be assured of consideration. The position will remain open until filled.

The University of Chicago is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Disabled/Veterans Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national or ethnic origin, age, status as an individual with a disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University's Notice of Nondiscrimination at http://www.uchicago.edu/about/non_discrimination_statement/ . Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-702-5671 or email ACOppAdministrator@uchicago.edu with their request.

New Jersey: cataloger

CATALOGER FOR SPECIAL PROJECT
PRO LIBRA ASSOCIATES, NEW JERSEY

FULL OCLC ORIGINAL CATALOGING FOR 125 CHINESE LANGUAGE BOOKS.

FOR ADDITIONAL DETAILS PLEASE CALL:

Angela Dzikowski
Pro Libra Associates
800-262-0070
908-918-0077
adzikowski@prolibra.com

Yale University: Chinese Technical Services Librarian

Chinese Technical Services Librarian
Yale University Library System
New Haven, CT
Requisition:  35693BR
www.yale.edu/jobs

Yale University offers exciting opportunities for achievement and growth in New Haven, Connecticut.  Conveniently located between Boston and New York, New Haven is the creative capital of Connecticut with cultural resources that include two major art museums, a critically-acclaimed repertory theater, state-of-the-art concert hall, and world-renowned schools of Architecture, Art, Drama, and Music.

Position Focus: The Chinese Technical Services Librarian has system-wide responsibility for management and coordination of technical services processes and functions for Chinese language materials including providing original and complex copy cataloging for Chinese language materials in all formats. Descriptive cataloging is performed in accordance with national standards and the requirements of Yale's local online system. The Technical Services Librarians keep abreast of revisions in cataloging rules and trends, and apply new rules, interpretations, and techniques as appropriate. Subject analysis and classification assignment follow Library of Congress standards and local practice. Authority records follow NACO standards and are contributed to the national authority file. The Technical Services Librarian contributes to Yale University Library (YUL) technical services goal-setting and strategic planning and to decision-making on YUL technical services policy and procedures.  He/she seeks opportunities to contribute to the Yale University Library through participation in committees, task forces, working groups, and projects. The Technical Services Librarian is active professionally in organizations such as the American Library Association (ALA), the Council on East Asian Libraries, and/or other relevant groups.

Required Education, Skills and Experience:
•    Qualified individuals new to the library profession are welcome to apply.
•    Master’s degree from an ALA‐accredited library school. A post‐graduate degree in a related discipline may be substituted for a master’s degree in library science.
•    Demonstrated excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications and analytical ability.
•    Demonstrated record of designing projects and bringing them to a conclusion in a timely fashion.
•    Experience working collegially, collaboratively, and independently with varied groups, within and across a complex organization and a rapidly changing, team environment.
•    Ability to exercise appropriate professional judgment with collegiality, flexibility, accuracy, and attention to detail.
•    Excellent communication skills (reading, writing, speaking) in Chinese and understanding of the ALA-LC Romanization scheme for Chinese (pinyin). Familiarity with both simplified and traditional Chinese scripts. Excellent communication skills in English.
•    Excellent knowledge of RDA, LC-PCC PS, MARC, AACR2, LCSH, LCC, and PCC standards, and good understanding of authority control. Familiarity with current trends and best practices in cataloging and metadata services, and developments in metadata (Linked Data, BIBFRAME, etc.)
•    Excellent computer skills. Experience with bibliographic services such as OCLC and network-based cataloging tools. Must be proficient in MS Office Suite and familiar with batch-load processing tools such as MarcEdit.
•    Demonstrated ability to succeed in a collaborative, team-based environment. Ability to set priorities and adhere to deadlines in a fast-paced work environment. Commitment to a high level of service to faculty, staff and students.
Yale University assigns ranks to librarian positions based on a combination of professional experience and accomplishments. Librarian ranking information can be found at: http://www.library.yale.edu/about/departments/lhr/rank.html.

Preferred Education, Skills and Experience: Familiarity with Unicode, CJK script searching, indexing, and other issues in discovery systems. Experience in Chinese acquisitions. Familiarity with Chinese rare book cataloging. Knowledge of Chinese studies scholarship trends. Familiarity with one or more non-MARC metadata formats. Experience with tools and coding for batch-related metadata transformations. Working knowledge of basic SQL syntax.

The University and the Library
The Yale University Library, as one of the world's leading research libraries, collects, organizes, preserves, and provides access to and services for a rich and unique record of human thought and creativity. It fosters intellectual growth and supports the teaching and research missions of Yale University and scholarly communities worldwide. A distinctive strength is its rich spectrum of resources, including around 12.8 million volumes and information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to early printed books to electronic databases. The Library is engaging in numerous projects to expand access to its physical and digital collections. Housed in eighteen buildings including the Sterling Memorial Library, the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, and the Bass Library, it employs a dynamic and diverse staff of approximately five hundred who offer innovative and flexible services to library readers.  For additional information on the Yale University Library, please visit the Library's web site at www.library.yale.edu.

Salary and Benefits
We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country's great workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with a wide variety of insurance choices, liberal paid time off, fantastic family and educational benefits, a variety of retirement benefits, extensive recreational facilities, and much more.

How to Apply: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.  Applications, consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references should be submitted by applying online at http://www.yale.edu/jobs. The STARS req. ID for this position is 35693BR.

Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin;  nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.

UCLA: Chinese Cataloging Specialist

Requisition Number:    22954 
Job Title:    LIBRARY ASSISTANT IV 
Working Title:    Chinese Cataloging Specialist 
Salary:    $22.43 - $29.44 hourly 
Job Type:    Career 
Department Name:    5400-GENERAL LIBRARY 
Department Website URL:    http://www.library.ucla.edu/about/employment-human-resources 

Job Summary Statement:    Under the general supervision of the Head of the East Asian Library, the Chinese Cataloging Specialist performs original and copy cataloging for Chinese language materials in all format including monographs, serials, audio-visual, microforms, archival materials, rare books, special collections, and electronic resources. Maintains bibliographical records of Chinese language materials in the local library system. Participates in general planning and problem solving activities related to cataloging in general and to the cataloging of Chinese materials in particular. Participates in nationwide Program for Cooperative Cataloging (PCC), and contributes to CONSER and NACO files. Trains and supervises student assistants to perform cataloging related tasks of Chinese materials.

Within the UCLA Library system, the Richard C. Rudolph East Asian Library (EAL) maintains its own acquisitions, cataloging, and reference service operations. Located within the YRL, the EAL, one of the largest East Asian Libraries in North America, holds 764,000 volumes of books, serials, newspapers, microforms, DVDs, and other types of materials, and it adds about 11,000 to 17,000 items, both print and electronics, to the permanent collections annually. The western language materials on East Asian Studies are housed in the general YRL stacks. Unique and rare items, as well as the less frequently used materials are housed in the Southern Regional Library Facility (SRLF). The collection supports the teaching, learning, and research mission of the East Asian Studies Program and serves UCLA faculty, students, and staff as well as outside researchers and the general public. 

Percentage of Time:    100 
Shift Start:    8:00 am 
Shift End:    5:00 pm 

Qualifications for Position
     1. Ability to read, write, and transliterate Chinese language materials by following standard Library of Congress (LC) Chinese Romanization scheme.    Required
     2. In-depth knowledge of Chinese language, history and culture.    Required
     3. Ability to accurately input Chinese characters, Romanized Chinese, and English into catalog (or onto database) at a moderate rate of speed.    Required
     4. Demonstrated skill in searching online catalogs (such as OCLC) and local integrated library systems (such as Voyager) and extensive knowledge of cataloging policies, procedures, and practices related to cataloging of Chinese materials.    Required
     5. Demonstrated skill in interpreting and preparing bibliographic records appropriately and in making decisions regarding the editing and cataloging of bibliographic records, following established local practices, policies and procedures.    Required
     6. Demonstrated skill and experience in reading, interpreting, and using the necessary tools for cataloging materials at the appropriate level of complexity including AACR2, RDA Standards, LCRI, MARC 21 Format for Bibliographic Data, OCLC Bibliographic Formats and Standards, LCSH, LCC, CJK NACO guidelines, and other cataloging standards, for bibliographic, authority and holdings data.    Required
     7. Demonstrated skill and experience in coding and editing MARC bibliographic holdings and item information in conformity with established local and national standards.    Required
     8. Demonstrated skill and experience in searching LC and local authority files to verify accuracy of access points and resolve any conflicts.    Required
     9. Demonstrated skill and experience in making appropriate cataloging decisions for all Chinese materials following standard policies, procedures and practices; in constructing precise, informative cataloging notes; and in applying accurate, concisely-stated binding terms for copy-specific notes.    Required
     10. Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to build cooperative, effective working relationships with UCLA staff. Ability to work harmoniously and as a team player, thrive in a team-based environment, and foster teamwork among others. Ability to interact with the public in a courteous and professional manner.    Required
     11. Written communication skills to compose a variety of documents (correspondence, narrative/statistical/analytical reports, policies, procedures, etc.).    Required
     12. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively to explain policies and procedures, provide training, and participate in meetings with EAL staff, vendors, library patrons, and other library staff.    Required
     13. Experience and demonstrated skill in supervision of student assistants, including hiring, orienting, training, organizing workflows, delegating responsibility, providing direction, monitoring and evaluating performance, and coaching and counseling.    Required
     14. Organizational and analytical skills to manage multiple projects and perform efficiently and courteously in a fast-paced environment with a fluctuating workload, sometimes conflicting and competing priorities, and frequent interruptions and distractions.    Required
     15. Ability to follow detailed procedures to produce work with the speed and accuracy required to meet established organizational cataloging productivity goals with a minimal error rate.    Required
     16. Skill in the quick and efficient use of online documentation and tools; skill in maintaining and compiling work statistics.    Required
     17. Demonstrated skill and experience in recognizing, defining, and analyzing problems, challenging situations, or procedures to define objectives and implement plans and recommendations. Ability to gather and analyze data and prepare concise, logical reports. Ability to discern whether and when assistance is required from supervisor or other library staff.    Required
     18. Demonstrated skill and experience in cataloging with OCLC Connexion.    Required
     19. Attention to detail, demonstrated capacity for carrying out tasks in an accurate manner, and ability to check own and others' work for accuracy. Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines and follow through on multiple tasks and projects with attention to detail and in a timely manner and ability to check own and other's work for accuracy.    Required
     20. Working knowledge of PC hardware and software and demonstrated ability to work in a networked environment. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office productivity software, including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access. Demonstrated skill in searching World Wide Web resources in support of cataloging work.    Required
     21. Skill in reading and interpreting documents in standard English such as departmental policy and procedure manuals, and applying the information to work tasks.    Required
     22. Ability to get to work reliably and on time and to be present in the workplace during normal working hours.    Required
     23. Ability to initiate and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, and managers.    Required
     24. Ability to follow directions from supervisors and to provide clear directions to staff and student employees.    Required

Application Deadline:    02-03-2016 
Quicklink To Posting:    hr.mycareer.ucla.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=66905 
Special Instructions:    NOTE: This position REQUIRES that a RESUME and COVER LETTER be submitted in addition to the application. Please have ALL FILES ready to upload when applying. 
Contact information:   

For applying, please go online at https://hr.mycareer.ucla.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1453479319456.

George Washington University: China Studies Librarian

Posting Number:    F000831
Academic Title:    China Studies Librarian
Administrative Title:    China Studies Librarian
Discipline:    Libraries
Contract Type:    Librarian
Required Licenses/Certifications and other Specific Requirements:    Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, Sex Offender Registry Search, and Prior Employment Verification
Proposed Start Date:    02/01/2016
Full-Time/Part-Time:    Full-Time
Position Description Summary:   
The GW Libraries seeks applicants with a deep academic interest in contemporary China. The successful candidate will possess outreach acumen along with a passion for exploration and learning, the desire to work in successful collaboration with others, and the potential to contribute to a dynamic organization committed to achievement.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities:    The China Studies librarian is responsible for developing, planning and managing the services and collections of the China Documentation Center and Taiwan Resource Center. The librarian engages in outreach to faculty, students and researchers focused on China across the social sciences and humanities; develops associated programming, manages budgets, and develops, evaluates and manages strong interdisciplinary collections and specialized services in support of the University’s evolving research mission. The position is responsible for selecting and acquiring resources in Chinese, English and other languages relevant to the study of the region, non-Roman script cataloging, and for coordinating related processing of content to ensure discoverability.
The China Studies librarian works in collaboration with other GRC staff, and the broader GW Libraries community to develop and manage coordinated services and collections. In support of International Students, this position will have instruction responsibilities for both undergraduate and graduate English for Academic Purposes courses.
As a member of the Global Resources Center team, the China Studies librarian will participate in the ongoing development of GRC collections and services. The person in this position may serve on library and university committees, and is expected to contribute to the profession through publications, talks, and/or service to appropriate professional organizations. The position reports to the Director, Global Resources.
Minimum Qualifications:  

• Graduate degree in a social sciences or humanities discipline, with an emphasis on China;
• Reading and writing fluency in Chinese.

Advertised Salary:    Commensurate with Experience
Other Benefits:    http://www.gwu.edu/employee-benefits
Comprehensive benefits package includes 22 days/year paid annual leave plus 12 days per year paid sick leave; medical; retirement contributions; tuition assistance.

Desired qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution, or similarly appropriate/equivalent advanced degree (e.g. MLIS, MIS, etc.);
• Graduate degree or PhD-level coursework in a social sciences discipline, with an emphasis on contemporary China;
• Experience identifying, collecting and making available academically relevant content;
• Ability to perform copy and original cataloging following RDA standards within an integrated library system and using OCLC Connexion;
• Familiarity with Library of Congress classification and subject headings;
• Experience working with students and faculty in a college or university setting;
• Experience living, studying, and or working in China;
• Reading knowledge of Korean or Japanese.
• Ability to conduct classroom instruction;
• Demonstrated success in developing outreach initiatives in support of academic priorities;
• Excellent oral and written English-language skills;
• Ability to create positive relations with faculty, students, donors and support groups.
• An interest in digital scholarship

George Washington University:
The George Washington University actively engages Washington, DC and the world. Our location in the heart of Washington places us at the core of U.S. government, policy, law and diplomacy. Strong, dynamic relationships between the University and its neighbors make GW a destination for internationally-focused researchers and analysts. The University’s credentialed academic community plays a pivotal role in establishing these relationships. Of note are globally-focused curricula spread throughout the university’s schools, departments and programs; GW’s top-ranked Elliott School of International Affairs; and the Elliott School’s Sigur Center for Asian Studies, a signature program at GW that boasts over 60 faculty members from across the University working on Asia. The associated China Policy Program builds upon the Elliott School’s longstanding expertise and involvement in U.S.-China relations and contemporary Chinese affairs to serve as an outreach program to the policy community in Washington and around the world.
The library:
The Fundamental vision of the George Washington University Libraries is to sustain and expand our intellectual partnerships with faculty and students across and beyond the university. From scholarly communication and open access initiatives to imbedded instruction, and distinctive, specialized collections the GW Libraries plays a critical role in advancing the University’s strategic vision, including its long history of support for the University’s globally-oriented mission. In 2003 the Libraries worked in close collaboration with GW faculty to establish the China Documentation Center as part of its Global Resources Center (GRC); the Taiwan Resource Center followed shortly thereafter in 2004. The GRC has four additional specialized resource centers that parallel the university’s priorities: the Resource Center for Russia, Eurasia, Central and Eastern Europe; the Middle East and North Africa Research Center (MENA) and centers focusing on Japan and Okinawa, and a Korea Resources collection. China-related collections focus on contemporary Chinese politics, foreign relations and military affairs, national security, society, economics, and history. Related language, literature and cultural content reside in the general stacks. The GW Libraries is an active member of the Washington Research Library Consortium, a nine-member non-profit corporation with a strong track record of successful partnerships.
Special Instructions to Applicants:    Only complete applications will be considered. To be considered, please complete an online faculty application at http://www.gwu.jobs/postings/29526 and upload a cover letter that includes an assessment of skills related to basic qualifications, and curriculum vitae. Review of applications will begin on December 17, 2015 and continue until the position is filled. Employment offers are contingent on the satisfactory outcome of a standard background screening.
Department Link:    http://library.gwu.edu
Open Until Filled:    Yes
EEO Statement:    The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Quick Link    http://www.gwu.jobs:80/postings/29526

JF JPN Language Institute, Urawa: Librarian

Dear all,
The Japan Foundation Japanese-Language Institute, Urawa has opened a job posting for a librarian.
For a detail description and an application form, please see the following site (in Japanese only):
http://www.jpf.go.jp/j/about/recruit/nc_160108.html
Best regards,
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Junko Kurita, Chief Librarian,
Japan Foundation Library
4-4-1, Yotsuya, Shinjukuk-ku, Tokyo 160-0004

Phone; 81-3-5369-6086
FAX: 80-3-5369-6048
e-mail: Junko_Kurita@jpf.go.jp
website: http://www.jpf.go.jp/e/about/jfic/lib/index.html


Facebook Page: http://www.facebook.com/JFICLibrary
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University of Hawai‘i: Okinawan Studies Librarian

Title: Librarian II or Librarian III (Okinawan Studies)
Position Number: 0070282
Hiring Unit: UHM, Library Services
Location: Hamilton Library, Asia Collection
Date Posted: November 13, 2015
Closing Date: Continuous - application review begins December 14, 2015
Salary Information: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Monthly Type: 11 Month
Tenure Track: Tenure
Full Time/Part Time: Full Time
Temporary/Permanent: Permanent
Other Conditions: To begin approximately March 2016, subject to position clearance and/or availability of funds.

Duties and Responsibilities
    The University of Hawai‘i at Manoa Library seeks an innovative, collaborative, and service-oriented librarian to join a team of library and information professionals. Under the general direction of the Head of the Asia Department, the Librarian for Okinawan Studies will work collaboratively to lead in collection development and management of all materials in all formats related to Okinawan studies, provide research assistance, and library instruction. In addition, the librarian will liaise with the Center for Okinawan Studies (COS) to initiate national and international resource sharing collaborations, international symposia, rare materials preservation, restoration and digitization, web site development, and fundraising and outreach with the Okinawan community.
    Provide professional reference service at the Asia Collection reference desk as scheduled and respond to questions and requests for information and research assistance from faculty, students, and the general public.
    Frequently provide in-depth personal consultation to researchers and students who require it.
    Work collegially with the other area studies librarians in the Asia Collection, actively engage in departmental affairs, and participate in library-wide activities.
    Offer specialized bibliographic instruction to students in Asian Studies and Okinawan Studies and participate with others in meeting the broader instruction needs of the library in a variety of modalities (i.e. face-to-face, virtual, online, etc.) to promote strong critical thinking skills.
    Work in cooperation with other Asia Collection librarians and the teaching faculty to develop tailored instruction programs and prepare specialized bibliographic guides in print and online to aid in instruction.
    Collection development including and not limited to examining newly published material in all formats related to Okinawa in humanities and social science subject areas and deciding which publication to purchase or make available for the library. Knowledge of the strengths and weaknesses of the collection and teaching and research interests at the University of Hawai‘i are essential to performing this task.
    Provide consultation and assistance to technical services with processing materials from and about the Ryukyus and Okinawa.
    Work with Okinawan/Japanese publishers and maintain knowledge about Okinawan/Japanese publishing trends.
    Develop and maintain effective working relationships with students, faculty, staff, donors, and the general community.
    Participate at the national and international level with other area specialists and in consortia.
    Keep abreast of recent developments in information technology.
    Should be competent in web page development and maintenance, and knowledgeable about digitization and its application in libraries.
    Maintain a productive attitude and enthusiasm for an innovative and changing environment.

Librarian II Minimum Qualifications
    ALA accredited MLS or equivalent by the start date.
    Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills in Japanese and English.

Librarian III Minimum Qualifications
    ALA accredited MLS or equivalent by the start date.
    Three years of appropriate professional experience.
    Twenty-four post-baccalaureate credits of academic study.
    Evidence of strong oral and written communication skills in Japanese and English.

Desirable Qualifications
    A working knowledge of the Okinawan/Ryukyuan languages or dialects.
    Research experience and/or course work in a subject related to Okinawan studies.
    Demonstrated creativity in program or project development.
    Demonstrated understanding of issues related to area-focused collections in an academic library.
    Knowledge of publishing and book trade.
    Knowledge in the provision of area-focus reference and instruction in an academic library.
    Knowledge of issues and trends in information technology for academic libraries.
    Knowledge of collection development and management, and technical processing.
    Evidence of participation in international, national, or regional professional associations.
    Understanding of preparing and managing budgets.
    Demonstrated experience in creating or designing web pages and/or digital collections related to Asia, Area Studies, Japan or Okinawa.

To Apply:
Submit cover letter indicating how you satisfy the minimum and desirable qualifications, names, contact information (including e-mail address) of at least 3 professional references, resume and transcripts of graduate degrees (copies acceptable; however, originals will be required upon hire) to Human Resources Specialist. Interviewees will be expected to make a presentation to library faculty and staff as part of the screening process. Review of applications will begin on dd/mm/yyy and will continue until the position is filled.
Address:
    Human Resources Specialist
    University of Hawai‘i at Manoa Library
    2550 McCarthy Mall
    Honolulu, HI, HI 96822

Inquiries:    808-956-7207

The University of Hawaiʻi is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution and is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination on the basis of race, sex, gender identity and expression, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, genetic information, marital status, breastfeeding, income assignment for child support, arrest and court record (except as permissible under State law), sexual orientation, domestic or sexual violence victim status, national guard absence, or status as a covered veteran.

Employment is contingent on satisfying employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986; reference checks of previous employers; and for certain positions, criminal history record checks.

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, annual campus crime statistics for the University of Hawaii may be viewed at: http://ope.ed.gov/security/, or a paper copy may be obtained upon request from the respective UH Campus Security or Administrative Services Office.