[Sca-librarians] Fwd: [LPJC-jobs] Librarian - www.utexas.edu

[Stefan li Rous]

I saw this as I was looking through some job postings. I know that  
one or two people here were asking about library positions so I  
thought I'd pass this on.

My apologies if this isn't an appropriate post here.

Stefan

Begin forwarded message:

> From: Kathy L <frogwerkz2 at yahoo.com>
> Date: April 24, 2008 11:24:42 PM CDT
> To: Launch Pad JobClub <launchpadjobclub-jobs at yahoogroups.com>
> Subject: [LPJC-jobs] Librarian - www.utexas.edu
> Reply-To: frogwerkz2 at yahoo.com
>
>
> The University of Texas at Austin Job Posting
> Go to my application
> Job title Professional Librarian
> FLSA status Exempt
> Posting number 08-04-23-01-0080
> Job status Open
> Basic Information
> Date available 05/01/2008
> Position duration Funding subject to renewal on 08/31/2008
> Position open to all applicants
> Monthly salary $ 3166 negotiable depending on qualifications.
> Hours per week 40.00 Standard from 800AM to 500PM
> Location Austin (main campus)
> Hiring department Ctr American History http://www.cah.utexas.edu/
> General notes None provided
> Additional Information
> Purpose of position The Librarian will work with Center staff to  
> address the general backlog in the Texas Collection Library.  
> Projects include the following: identification of duplicates within  
> the rare book collection; coordinate the cataloging of discrete  
> book collections that have been donated to the Library; and process  
> ephemeral material.
>
> Essential functions Search and evaluate discrete book and serial  
> collections within the Texas Collection Library; search for book  
> and serial titles within the University?s Library Catalog and note  
> locations that hold the title. Consult with Center staff and  
> project supervisor to make recommendations for book and serial  
> retention Work with technical services staff in the University  
> Libraries to arrange for cataloging of books and serials that will  
> be added to the library. Work with Center staff to develop and  
> implement a project to provide greater access to the Center?s  
> ephemera collection, with the primary focus on unprocessed  
> material. Monitor library stack space and supervise shifting of  
> material, shelfreading projects, and collections transfers. Assess  
> general backlog and make recommendations for priorities in dealing  
> with the backlog. Coordinate and work with Library Assistant II on  
> multiple tasks. Occasionally drive UT van to other University  
> locations to transport collections.
>
> Marginal/Incidental functions Other related functions as assigned.
>
> Required qualifications ALA-accredited master's degree in  
> Information Science, Information Studies, or Library and  
> Information Science. Experience working with an integrated library  
> system and OCLC. Experience working with books and serials in a  
> technical services setting. Demonstrated ability to work in a  
> collegial and collaborative manner; excellent interpersonal skills;  
> ability to meet challenging situations with flexibility and tact.  
> Experience using a Macintosh or personal computer. Must be able to  
> lift 50 pound boxes of library materials. Licenses: Class "C"  
> Operator's Driver's License. Applicant selected must provide a  
> current three year Driving Record from the current state of  
> residence. If not currently a Texas resident, must obtain a Texas  
> Driver's License within 30 days after entering Texas as a new  
> resident. Equivalent combination of relevant education and  
> experience may be substituted as appropriate.
>
> Preferred qualifications Educational background in Texas or  
> southern history and experience with Texana collections; experience  
> with project management; one or more years experience as a  
> professional librarian in an academic setting.
>
> Working conditions Exposure to standard office conditions.  
> Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation. Use of manual  
> dexterity. Climbing of stairs. Lifting and moving. Security  
> Sensitive; criminal background check conducted.
> Some Saturday hours will be required. Additional hours may be  
> required during special events and peak periods.
> Security sensitive; conviction verification conducted on applicant  
> selected.
>
> The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System  
> of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per  
> week and at least 135 days in length. This position has the option  
> to elect the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) instead of TRS,  
> subject to the position being 40 hours per week and at least 135  
> days in length.
>
> The University of Texas at Austin is an Equal Opportunity/ 
> Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive  
> consideration for employment without regard to race, color,  
> religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, citizenship  
> status, Vietnam era or special disabled veteran's status, or sexual  
> orientation.
>

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THLord Stefan li Rous    Barony of Bryn Gwlad    Kingdom of Ansteorra
    Mark S. Harris           Austin, Texas           
StefanliRous at austin.rr.com
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