position announcement

["Donna Skekel" <dskekel@xxxxxxxxxx>]

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MUSIC CATALOGER
 
Gettysburg College seeks a Project Music Cataloger to catalogue a large collection of musical scores recently donated to the College. This is currently designed as a temporary position. The successful candidate will have the choice to work full-time hours for six months or part-time hours for twelve months.  A liberal benefits package is available to the candidate who chooses to work full-time for six months.  There is a possibility that this position may evolve into an on-going position.  Gettysburg College was recently the recipient of a large gift designated to establish a Music Conservatory.  This position reports to the Library's Head of Technical Services.
 
Responsibilities: Performs original and copy cataloging and classification of musical scores; develops procedures and oversees the physical processing of these materials. Other responsibilities may include, but are not limited to cataloging sound recordings and other music resources.
 
Qualifications: ALA-accredited Master's degree. (Applicants expecting to complete their degree by January 2004 will also be considered.) Degree in music or strong music background. Knowledge of AACR2, MARC formats, LCSH, and Library of Congress M classification schedule is essential. Successfully demonstrated experience using an online bibliographic utility, such as OCLC, and an online local cataloging system. Ability to follow established procedures and perform work requiring attention to detail and accuracy. Demonstrated ability to prioritize, work independently, and meet appropriate deadlines and production goals. Knowledge of basic software applications, including MS word and Excel. Experience with III integrated library system a plus. This project will require working at a computer station for extended periods of time.

Gettysburg College is committed to creating a more diverse community; as part of that process, the College gives candidates from historically underrepresented groups strong consideration. Salary is competitive. Send letter of application, resume and the names and addresses of three references to: Jennifer Lucas, Assistant Director of Human Resources, Gettysburg College, Box 2443, Gettysburg, PA 17325, email address jlucas@xxxxxxxxxx <mailto:jlucas@xxxxxxxxxx>. Visit the web site at <http://www.gettysburg.edu/library> for more information about library services.

Applications received by December 19, 2003 will receive the fullest consideration.  Position will remain open until filled.


Donna J. Skekel
Serials/Cataloging Librarian
Musselman Library
Gettysburg College
300 N. Washington Street
Gettysburg, PA  17325
(717) 337-6895 (Phone)
(717) 337-8554 (Fax)
dskekel@xxxxxxxxxx