> >Acquisitions Librarian > >The Library of The Jewish Theological Seminary is seeking a >creative, dynamic and innovative Acquisitions Librarian. This is a >full-time, professional supervisory job that reports to the >Administrative Librarian for Technical Services. > >Summary description of position: Selects and acquires all library >resources for the general collection to maintain the Library's >status as the premier collection in the Western hemisphere. >Supervises copy cataloging of newly-arrived materials. > >Specific duties and responsibilities: Responsible for collection >development, selection, acquisition processing of all library >resources for the general collection. This includes monographs, >multi-media, microform, e-resources and music. Responsible for >managing multiple acquisitions budgets. Participates in special >acquisitions projects. Responsible for copy cataloging of newly >arrived materials. Training and supervision of para-professional >staff. Works collaboratively with technical services staff, special >collections staff and public services staff to build the Library's collection. > >Requirements: Demonstrated ability to select materials for premier >academic library of Jewish studies. Proficiency in Hebrew and >Jewish Studies. Knowledge of other European languages are desired. >Experience with OCLC Connexion and ExLibris ALEPH500 system, >knowledge of AACR2 and MARC21 and experience in copy cataloging. >Ability to work with multiple vendors and maintain multiple budgets. >Supervisory experience, ability to work in a team environment. >Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task, manage >multiple responsibilities and to communicate orally and in writing. >Participates in technical services department meetings and >professional development activities. > > Educational Requirements: ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS is required; > second advanced degree in related subject area desired. Excellent > Hebrew. Other European languages are desired. > >To apply: Send cover letter, resume and three references to: Diana >Torres-Petrilli, Director of Human Resources, Jewish Theological >Seminary, 3080 Broadway, New York, NY 10027. [EMAIL PROTECTED] >
Naomi M. Steinberger Director of Library Services Library of the Jewish Theological Seminary 3080 Broadway New York, NY 10027 phone: 212-678-8982 fax: 212-678-8891
