Interlibrary Loan/Cataloging Librarian

EPA Non-Faculty

Position Summary:
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of information and Library Science (SILS) holds the contract to provide library services for the US Environmental Protection Agency Library in Research Triangle Park. The Interlibrary Loan Cataloging Librarian oversees operations for interlibrary loan, document delivery and cataloging. The Interlibrary Loan Cataloging Librarian provides training for library personnel and interns, including maintaining procedures and guidance documents for both departments. The Interlibrary Loan Cataloging Librarian provides routine and in-depth research of traditional reference resources available in order to obtain obscure and difficult to obtain documents and articles. The Interlibrary Loan Cataloging Librarian provides cataloging of items needing original cataloging or that are time-sensitive using RDA and AACR2.

Educational Requirements: ALA-accredited Master’s degree in Library Science.


Qualifications and Experience:
The successful candidate will have at least four (4) years directly related experience in interlibrary loan services and cataloging; Thorough knowledge and understanding using information technologies in a research environment, including OCLC, Docline, online library systems, and specialized scientific databases; Thorough knowledge and understanding of national cataloging standards (AACR2, LCSH, LCC, and MARC); Familiarity with RDA (Resource Description and Access ); Clarity in oral and written communications; The ability to be an innovative participant in a team-oriented environment and have a genuine interest in working closely with and mentoring graduate students. The preferred candidate will be familiar with government documents, environmental, biomedical and engineering information; Familiar with EndNote; Familiar with SharePoint


Special Instructions:
The application deadline for this position is October 25, 2013. Applicants must submit a letter of application, CV/Resume, and a list of 3-5 references at http://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/32548.

Quick Link http://unc.peopleadmin.com:80/postings/32548

Work Hours: Full Time
Posting Open Date: 09/19/2013
Application Deadline: 10/25/2013
Proposed Start Date: 12/02/2013