[Scla-list] Employment Opportunity- SCHS Cataloging Librarian

[Mary Jo Fairchild]

Colleagues, 
Please see the announcement below for a new full-time position available at
the South Carolina Historical Society. Please excuse cross-postings and
distribute as you see fit. Many thanks!
Mary Jo Fairchild
Archivist, SCHS 
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				Cataloging Librarian

The South Carolina Historical Society, the state's oldest and largest
private manuscript archive, seeks a motivated and detail-oriented individual
to perform a number of archival and library related tasks including
cataloging, outreach, and reference assistance. Reporting to the Archivist,
the Cataloging Librarian will create EAD finding aids and MARC-format
catalog records according to national standards for a wide range of literary
and historical collections including manuscripts as well as published
materials. In addition, the Cataloging Librarian must be able to assist a
diverse clientele of academic and lay researchers by explaining library and
archival policy, conducting reference interviews, identifying and retrieving
research materials and monitoring patrons.  

The successful candidate will possess the following skills: flexibility in
performing different cataloging tasks as the needs and priorities of
collection preservation, development and cataloging change; responsiveness
and willingness to work on special projects and assignments; strong service
orientation; analytical, communication and training skills; ability to
prioritize work to ensure that goals are realized; and the ability to work
independently and as part of a team in a production-oriented dynamic
environment with a commitment to professional development and growth.  

Requirements:
*	MLS from an ALA-accredited library school, or equivalent combination
of education and experience.
*	Significant experience with processing and describing manuscript
collections. 
*	Demonstrated knowledge of cataloging standards, practices, and
products, including but not limited to LC classification, LCSH, MARC
formats, AACR2, LCRIs, DACS, and DCRM.
*	Knowledge of non-MARC metadata schemas and tools, such as Dublin
Core, EAD, or OAI.
*	Excellent oral and written communication skills.
*	Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team
setting.
*	Ability to lift and handle containers that may weigh as much as 40
pounds.

Preferred:
*	Working knowledge of OCLC Connexion and Millennium (Innovative
Interfaces) software (highly desirable)
*	Familiarity with CONTENTdm digital collection management software 
*	Knowledge of South Carolina or Southern history is a plus.

Salary: 
Minimum starting salary:  $29,000

 Benefits:
The position is full time.  Benefits: Health, Life, and Disability Insurance

 
Applications:
Apply with cover letter, resume and the names, title, addresses and
telephone numbers of three references by June 18, 2010 to Faye L. Jensen,
Executive Director, The South Carolina Historical Society, 100 Meeting
Street, Charleston, SC 29401. 




Mary Jo Fairchild
Archivist
The South Carolina Historical Society 
100 Meeting Street
Charleston, SC 29401
(843)723-3225 x14
maryjo.fairchild at schsonline.org
 
As the state's oldest historical society and its largest private manuscript
repository, the South Carolina Historical Society serves as an invaluable
and unique asset to historians and genealogists who seek information
concerning the history of our state, and the role of their families in that
history.
 
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Mary Jo Fairchild
Archivist
The South Carolina Historical Society 
100 Meeting Street
Charleston, SC 29401
(843)723-3225 x14
maryjo.fairchild at schsonline.org
 
As the state's oldest historical society and its largest private manuscript
repository, the South Carolina Historical Society serves as an invaluable
and unique asset to historians and genealogists who seek information
concerning the history of our state, and the role of their families in that
history.
 
CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE
This message is intended exclusively for the individual or entity to which
it is addressed. This communication may contain information that is
proprietary, privileged, confidential or otherwise legally exempt from
disclosure. If you are not the named addressee, you are not authorized to
read, print, retain, copy or disseminate this message or any part of it. If
you have received this e-mail in error, please notify us immediately by
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copy it or use it for any purposes, or disclose its contents to any other
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