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Library Specialist III

Music Cataloging Librarian [part-time]

This position catalogs library acquisitions in music, including books, scores, sound recordings, etc. as well as electronic resources ; participates in the development, maintenance, and enhancement of intellectual access to library music collections through web page, online finding aids, and other online services, in the development and documentation of policies and procedures related to this work, and in the provision of training on music cataloging as needed; participates in event planning and implementation with the Diehn Composers Room Team to support, enhance and publicize archival collections. Assist the Librarian Archivist for Music Collections, Instruction and Music Collections Librarians in the creation of metadata for digital library music projects; maintain knowledge of archival and library automation standards and contribute expertise to the development of the Diehn music and performance collections ; participate in library faculty, department, and unit meetings and meet other work as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

ALA accredited MLS, demonstrated knowledge of music, including music terminology, scores and music formats, demonstrated organizational, interpersonal, planning, project management and oral and written communication skills; capacity for and commitment to continued learning and development of skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and in a team environment; strong customer service ethic; knowledge of cataloging practices for multimedia collections; experience in library cataloging and with standard cataloging tools, including AACR2, MARC21, LCSH, OCLC

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of intellectual property in the music business, educational background in music history or musicology; experience with music collections; cataloging sound recordings, music scores, DVDs/videos or other multimedia material, experience with Innovative Interfaces, Inc or other integrated library systems; experience with event and program planning

Conditions of Employment

This is a part-time (20 hours per week) position.

Library Public Services

Old Dominion University is a state-supported institution with enrollment of 21,000, a leader in distance learning, and a Carnegie Extensive Doctoral/Research University. The campus is located in the historic port city of Norfolk, VA. For campus information click here.

Annual Salary/Hourly Rate

Salary: $25 per hour. Benefits not included.

(Starting salaries may be negotiable based on qualifications and experience.)

Screening begins August 3, 2009

Screening ends August 28, 2009

Adminsitrative/Professional

Overtime Eligibility

Please apply by clicking here and then viewing the Library Specialist III listing.

Old Dominion University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer
and requires compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.