[Posted 2009.4.24 ]

Head of Cataloging
Harvard Divinity School, Cambridge, Massachusetts

The Andover-Harvard Theological Library seeks a head of cataloging to serve as a primary resource for complex cataloging in multiple formats and languages, and to provide leadership for emerging trends in metadata, bibliographic control, and related technology. Please visit jobs.harvard.edu for the full position description and qualifications.

The head of cataloging provides oversight and analysis of cataloging workflow; identifies special project needs; plans, supervises and evaluates projects; and performs complex cataloging and database maintenance. Participates in the planning, management, and leadership of the library as a whole, integrating the work of the cataloging department into the library's mission and goals. Reporting to the librarian, the incumbent is expected to have excellent interpersonal skills and will work with and manage a talented, diverse, and professional staff.

Minimum Qualifications
MLIS from an ALA accredited school or equivalent and two or more years of professional cataloging experience in an academic library are required. At least one year of supervisory experience, including demonstrated ability to effectively supervise, train, and motivate staff, is required.

Preferred Qualifications
Current knowledge of cataloging standards for bibliographic records and authority control; strong awareness of current trends in cataloging at academic libraries, and; evidence of strong analytical and problem-solving skills. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate superb communication and interpersonal skills, collegiality, and initiative, will have the ability to manage a variety of tasks and multiple priorities, and will have experience developing and implementing effective work routines and procedures. Demonstrated participation in professional activities; familiarity with the Ex Libris Aleph integrated library system; experience working with rare books and/or electronic resources are all preferred. Advanced knowledge of at least one foreign language, German is preferred. A second graduate degree in a related field is preferred.

Application Information:
Please visit jobs.harvard.edu to see a full job description and to apply online (see requisition #36502 and 36503). This position is posted at two different paygrades, as we are interested in seeing applications from a diverse range of candidates. Please apply to the requisition that your skills and experience most closely match. HDS is an inclusive, outward-turning community, within which intellectual ideals and the ideals of social awareness and participation naturally inform one another. We strive to be a primary resource in religious and theological studies for the academy, for religious communities, and in the public sphere. Harvard University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

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