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1) Subject:U of Washington Arabic Cataloger Job

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Date: 23 Jun 2004
From:kiegel at u.washington.edu
Subject:U of Washington Arabic Cataloger Job

University of Washington Employment Opportunities

For full advertisement, see:  http://uwjobs.admin.washington.edu/
uwjobs/browse/listing.asp?job=46590&category=26

Library Specialist I
Reference: RC26888
Department: Libraries
Date Available: 6/21/2004
To ensure consideration, apply by: 7/12/2004

Location: UW Seattle Campus

General Duties/Description:

As a member of the International Studies Cataloging Section, which
functions as a self-managing unit of the Monographic Services Division,
performs complex copy cataloging for monographs in book and non-book
formats in Near Eastern languages and other subject areas. May serve on
a
rotating basis on the division's Management Team.

Performs complex copy cataloging of monographs in book and non-book
formats using OCLC member-contributed copy, principally in Near Eastern
languages, and other subjects as assigned. Reviews and completes
descriptive cataloging, resolves name heading conflicts, checks subject
headings and adds new ones as needed, checks or adds call numbers, and
edits OCLC/MARC tagging.

Participates in the OCLC Enhance program.

Participates in NACO and SACO. Creates and modifies authority records
for
names, titles, series, Library of Congress subjects, and Library of
Congress classification in accordance with program and local policies.

May catalog, input and maintain metadata for databases using specialized
knowledge of cataloging policies and procedures.

When serving as a member of the division's Management Team, participates
in the development, communication, implementation and evaluation of new
policies and procedures. Cooperatively prepares reports, studies and
surveys as required. Works with other team members to plan new
initiatives, adjust staffing and workflow, and meet changing
circumstances
and goals. Assists and substitutes for the other team members when
necessary.

Assists other catalogers and staff members with cataloging and
classification practices in areas of subject and language expertise.

Performs related duties as required.

Shift Information: Monday  Friday; 8:00am  5:00pm

Requirements:

High school graduation or equivalent AND four years of applicable
library
technical experience including one year of experience to include
college-level Arabic study or equivalent.

Experience searching bibliographic databases and using a local library
automated system.

Equivalent education/experience may substitute for all minimum
qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a
license/certification/registration.

Desirable:

Reading knowledge of Persian or Turkish.

Experience with OCLC and the Innovative Interfaces library system.

Salary: $2354 - $2984

How To Apply:

New Applicant: Submit your resume, an Applicant Data Form,
and required additional forms if any are listed below:

Apply on-line ...the fastest and easiest way to apply!

OR
Fax to (206) 685-0632

OR
Submit to Recruiting and Candidate Services
1320 NE Campus Parkway
Seattle, WA 98105-6207

Already Sent Us a Resume? If you have submitted a resume within the past
six months (12 months for current UW employees), apply for this position
by sending your name, phone number, the Job Reference Number and Job
Title
of this position to uwjobs at u.washington.edu or call (206) 685-6810. If
there are any supplemental documents required for this position that you
have not previously submitted, submit them to our e-mail, fax or address
above.  Remember to write down the Job Reference Number for the position
you are applying for or print this page for future reference. You can
return to the UWJobs website anytime to check the status of the position
using the Job Status page.

The University of Washington is an equal opportunity, affirmative action
employer. To request disability accommodation in the application
process,
contact the Disability Services Office at 206.543.6450 / 206.543.6452
(tty) or dso at u.washington.edu.


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