Hebrew Union College- Jewish Institute of Religion -Klau Library (New York, NY), invites applications and nominations for the following position:
HEBREW UNION COLLEGE - JEWISH INSTITUTE OF RELIGION
Library Technical Assistant [Part time]
Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion
Klau Library - New York Campus
PRIMARY PURPOSE
To provide services as part of library operations by cataloging books,
and some music materials, in both English and Hebrew.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Produce copy cataloging for printed monographs and some music
materials, primarily in English, but also in Hebrew. Cataloging is done
directly in OCLC - using dual-script fields - and exported to the
Libraries' local Virtua system. Descriptive cataloging follows current
national standards and local policies. Subject analysis and
classification follow Library of Congress standards and local practice;
2. Provide reference assistance as requested. The standard of
performance expected in this area is for reference requests to be
handled professionally and processed in an accurate and timely manner;
3. Participate in a variety of cataloging and administrative
operations, including but not limited to the following:
a. In / Out data processing;
b. Checking books and other materials out and in for library
patrons;
c. Putting books and other materials on reserve for library
patrons;
d. Shelving and repair of books;
e. Carrying out day-to-day Library operations and adhering to
Library policies in a timely, accurate and effective manner.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
1. Relevant educational experience, preferably in an ALA
accredited program, or a combination of education and experience;
2. Knowledge of the Hebrew language, including rules for
Romanization, as prescribed by the ALA-LC transliteration scheme for
Hebrew;
3. Thorough knowledge of MARC21, AACR2, Library of Congress Rule
Interpretations, Library of Congress Subject Headings and
Classification;
4. Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing
effective work routines and procedures;
5. The ability to work both independently and cooperatively with
others in a dynamic and collaborative work environment;
6. Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office applications.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS
PLEASE FORWARD A COVER LETTER AND RESUME VIA MAIL OR E-MAIL TO:
Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion
National Office of Human Resources
3101 Clifton Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45220
ATTENTION: LIBRARY TECHICAL ASSISTANT - NEW YORK
E-Mail: h...@huc.edu
NO PHONE INQUIRIES PLEASE
APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLED
Position Title
Library Technical Assistant
Status
Part-Time, Non-Exempt (Reports to the Librarian - Klau Library - New
York Campus)
Salary Range
Commensurate with Experience
Hebrew Union College - Jewish Institute of Religion
The College-Institute was founded in Cincinnati in 1875 and serves the
needs of 1.5 million North American Reform Jews in over 900 synagogues,
as well as hundreds of educational and community organizations. HUC-JIR
graduates serve in Jewish leadership roles around the world as religious
thinkers, innovators and educators. The institution plays a unique and
vital role in shaping the future leaders of Reform Judaism in North
America, Israel and the Diaspora. The New York Campus is one of four
College-Institute centers (the others being in Cincinnati, Los Angeles
and Jerusalem).
Nondiscrimination in
Employment
Consistent with the provisions of applicable state and federal law, it
is the policy of the College-Institute not to discriminate against or
harass any person employed by or seeking employment with the
College-Institute because of race, color, national origin, religion,
sex, physical or mental disability, medical condition, ancestry marital
status, or age. The College-Institute also prohibits unlawful
discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, status as a
Vietnam-era veteran, or on the basis of citizenship.
POSTED: APRIL 4, 2012
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