Kansas City Metropolitan Library & Information Network Members
Assistant Head of Serials Services
Description:
The
library is a privately supported
independent research library open to
the public, serving a worldwide
clientele. Services are provided to
local, national and international
academic, business, technical, and
individual users. A distinguished
collection of library materials
supports research in physical sciences,
life sciences, engineering and
technology. Expansion of services and
programs to the business and
research community provides challenges and
exceptional opportunities
for flexible and dedicated staff.
Responsibilities:
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Assist Head of Serials Services with
day-to-day
management activities and supervision of five full-time paraprofessional
staff. Manage and coordinate additions and changes to Horizon automated
serials system records and compile collection growth and processing
statistics. Function as support to Reference Services, Document
Services, and other public services by locating materials and
interpreting bibliographic records for staff and patrons. Participate in
long-range planning.
- Working
conditions: This position operates in a normal library
environment. Routine duties require use of a computer 85% of the time,
and involve overhead reaching to return or remove volumes from shelves
and maneuvering book trucks.
Minimum
Qualifications:
Management with minimum of two years successful, broad serials
experience. Knowledge of current and innovative views regarding serials
procedures and practices, including acquisitions and bibliographic
control. Skilled in use of a national bibliographic utility, preferably
OCLC; operation of an automated serials control system; and ability to
work with foreign publications. Excellent organizational, interpersonal
and communication skills. Ability to interact successfully with staff on
all levels in a team-based environment. Initiative and flexibility to
respond effectively to changing needs and priorities in a dynamic
environment. Exhibit management potential. Supervisory experience
desirable.
Preferred
Qualifications:
Type:
Salary & Benefits:
Commensurate with qualifications and experience of
candidate.
Instructions:
Submit
letter of application, resume, and names of three references
to:
Gayle Van Auken
Head of Serials Services
Linda Hall
Library
5109 Cherry Street
Kansas City, MO 64110-2498
vanaukeg@lindahall.org
Voice:
816/926-8708
Fax: 816/926-8790
