The library of the Leo Baeck Institute (LBI) in New York is looking for an experienced full-time librarian for cataloging and acquisition. Founded in 1955 the LBI is a research institute whose library and archives offer the most comprehensive documentation for the study of German Jewish history. The 70,000 volume library is recognized as the foremost reference source in its field.
Responsibilities include: * Catalog German and English print and non-print materials using Ex-Libris' Aleph 500 integrated library system. Perform copy and original cataloging using Marc 21 and Library of Congress Subject headings and classification. Additional responsibilities include record maintenance and to contribute to the development and maintenance of authority files and to establish original authority records for names and subjects. * Prepare and process new acquisitions including bibliographical research, data entry, processing of new shipments * Conduct reference services once a week at the reference desk of our shared reading room with the partners of the Center for Jewish History. Assist researchers with use of archival and library collections and be responsible for managing remote reference queries, and respond to research queries * Carry out other professional duties as needed as well as to participate in committees The cataloger reports to the Head Librarian. * Qualifications: * MLS from an ALA accredited institution or equivalent experience. * Cataloging or cataloging-related experience. Experience using Exlibris' Aleph system or another automated library system is highly desirable as is a working knowledge of AACR2, RLIN21, and Library of Congress classification and subject headings * Excellent reading knowledge of German * Interest in German-Jewish history * A strong commitment to customer service, excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills * The position requires an ability to work independently as well as to work well with a team Salary will commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits included. For more information about the Leo Baeck Institute, please visit our website: http://www.lbi.org Send resume, cover letter and the contact information for three references preferably via e-mail to Renate Evers Head Librarian Leo Baeck Institute at the Center for Jewish History 15 W 16th St New York, NY 10011 Tel: (212) 744 6400 ext. 8416 Fax: (212) 988 1305 [EMAIL PROTECTED] Messages and opinions expressed on Hasafran are those of the individual author and are not necessarily endorsed by the Association of Jewish Libraries (AJL) =========================================================== Submissions for Ha-Safran, send to: Hasafran @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu SUBscribing, SIGNOFF commands send to: Listproc @ lists.acs.ohio-state.edu Questions, problems, complaints, compliments;-) send to: galron.1 @ osu.edu Ha-Safran Archives: Current: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/maillist.html History: http://www.mail-archive.com/hasafran%40lists.acs.ohio-state.edu/history.html AJL HomePage http://www.JewishLibraries.org
