MUSIC LIBRARY ASSOCIATION -- PLACEMENT SERVICE JOB LIST 1995-96, No. 3: November 1995 MUSIC LIBRARY ASSOCIATION is looking for an Executive Secretary. Description: The MLA Executive Secretary, under the direction of the President, is the officer chiefly responsible for assisting the Association in administering its services. A wide-range of duties and responsibilities are expected of the position including, but not limited to, communicating the Association's goals and policies, both in print and electronic form, to the membership and the larger library community; monitoring the activities of Academic Services in the areas of membership mailings, order fulfillment and membership services; supervising production of promotional brochures, the Membership Handbook and the Directory of Library School Offerings, and maintaining and distributing official documents to the Board and other members within MLA's administrative structure. The Executive Secretary is a non-voting member of the Board of Directors and an ex-officio voting member of the Development, Finance and Publications Committees Qualifications: The position requires a dynamic well-organized individual with at least five years' experience as a music librarian; administrative experience and knowledge of management principles; experience in editing or production of publications; access to and experience with PCs and electronic mail; and familiarity with professional organizations. Membership in MLA is required. Compensation: The Executive Secretary receives an honorarium (currently $4,850) and support for expenses necessary to carry out the responsibilities of the position (travel, telephone, postage, supplies, etc.) The duration of appointment is one year, with reappointment possible to a total of four years. The Board reviews the performance of the Executive Secretary annually. The President reappoints upon successful review and the desire of the incumbent to continue. This appointment will commence at the end of the 1996 annual meeting in Seattle. Application Deadline: 5 January 1996. Interviews will be held at the MLA/Seattle meeting by the search committee (Daniel Zager, chair; Linda Solow Blotner, James P. Cassaro). Application: Please send letter of application and resume with a list of three professional references in hard copy (NOT via e-mail and NOT via FAX) to: Daniel Zager, Conservatory of Music Library, Oberlin College, Oberlin, OH 44074. Requests for additional information or for nominations may be sent to the chair via e-mail: pzager@oberlin.edu. NORTH CAROLINA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS, North Carolina is looking for a Bibliographic Instruction and Reference Librarian. Description: Primary Responsibilities: 1. To develop a formal bibliographic instruction program for the North Carolina School of the Arts. 2. To provide direct reference assistance to individuals or small groups on an as-needed basis. 3. To assist in the collection development program of the Semans Library. 4. In consultation with the faculty and other librarians, to develop bibliographies, vertical file and pamphlet collections, study guides, and other reference tools pertinent to the specific research needs of NCSA students 5. To demonstrate new library equipment or reference sources to faculty, staff, and students. Qualifications: ALA accredited MLA is required. Minimum of 1 year's experience in a library setting in the areas of reference and/or bibliographic instruction is required. Experience and/or training in the operation and use of electronic information resources is required. Experience in working with the public, preferably in a library setting is required. Undergraduate or other academic background or experience in the arts is highly desirable. Experience in working with advanced instructional technology and media highly desirable. Salary: Starting salary: $25,700. Schedule: 40-hour work week. Flexibility of schedule is possible. Evening and weekend hours will be required. Application Deadline: Open until filled. Announcement date: September 6, 1995 Application: Submit a letter of interest with resume and names of three professional references to: Vicki L. Montle, Head Librarian, Semans Library, North Carolina School of the Arts, P.O. Box 12189, Winston-Salem, NC 27117. For more information please contact: Leslie E. Kamtman, Music Librarian, NC School of the Arts, 910-770-3267; KAMTML@NCSAVX.NCARTS.EDU SAN FRANCISCO CONSERVATORY OF MUSIC, San Francisco, California, has reopened its search for a Head Librarian. Description: The Conservatory seeks qualified applicants for the position of Head Librarian. The position reports directly to the Dean of the Conservatory, and is responsible for oversight of all aspects of the Conservatory Library operations, including - but not limited to - personnel, acquisitions, and technological issues. In addition, the successful candidate will possess the imagination, creativity, and desire needed to develop, in close consultation with the faculty, a long-range plan for the library. Founded in 1917, the San Francisco Conservatory of Music is an independent college of music educating musicians from pre-school to post-graduate levels. The Collegiate Division enrolled 255 students from 19 states and 14 foreign countries in the 1995 fall semester. The program offers Bachelor and Master of Music degrees in composition, guitar, keyboard instruments, orchestral instruments and voice, as well as Master of Music degrees in chamber music, instrumental conducting and piano accompanying. The Conservatory's 77 faculty members include over two dozen members of the San Francisco Symphony and San Francisco Opera and Ballet orchestras, and other distinguished composers, performers and scholars. The Conservatory is an accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music and of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges. Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS degree, with a minimum of a Bachelor's degree in music or equivalent. Excellent interpersonal and supervisory skills. Knowledge of at least one European language. Professional experience in a college, university, or conservatory music library. Salary: Competitive. Application Deadline: December 1, 1995, or until filled. Application: Send curriculum vitae and names of three references to: Chair, Library Search Committee, San Francisco Conservatory of Music, 1201 Ortega Street, San Francisco, CA 94122. UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, ARNOLD SCHOENBERG INSTITUTE, Los Angeles, California is looking for two Research Assistants (3-6 month positions). Description: The Arnold Schoenberg Institute has two identical temporary positions open. POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Archivist, the Research Assistant works on one project, The Schoenberg Correspondence Inventory. Responsible for review of data in an automated inventory of Schoenberg correspondence in German, English, and other European languages. The project objective is to create a printed list of the entire inventory which will be printed in the Journal of the Arnold Schoenberg Institute. DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Works on the Schoenberg Correspondence Inventory project. Responsible for review of data in an automated inventory of Schoenberg correspondence (both to and from) in German, English, and other European languages. Checks the accuracy of previously input data, as well as inputs new data, against primary, secondary, and tertiary sources, including, but not limited to, Schoenberg correspondence (both to and from) copies and originals, microfilm, and publications. Performs original research (principally at the Schoenberg Institute) in order to ascertain approximate dates and likely correspondents' names where this data is lacking. Creates a printed list of the entire inventory which will be published in the Journal of the Arnold Schoenberg Institute. SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES: Required: Attention to detail and ability to focus on a single project for an extended period of time. Ability to repeatedly perform discrete and small database-maintenance tasks. Reading knowledge of German and English. General knowledge of European geography. Demonstrated ability to work on a computer-based system. Demonstrated ability to perform original college-level research in a library or archive setting. Ability to communicate fluently in English. Some musical knowledge (ability to read music, understanding of music terminology). Ability to work independently with little supervision. Ability to problem solve. Ability to understand and interpret European addresses and dates. Ability to work with others. Desired: Knowledge of Schoenberg and his milieu. Reading knowledge of French and one Slavic language. Knowledge of Paradox for Windows or another relational database program. Salary: $10.00 (negotiable); hours: 37.5 per week. Application Deadline: Open until filled. Application: Interested parties should contact: R. Wayne Shoaf, Archivist, Arnold Schoenberg Institute, University of Southern California, University Park, MC-1101, Los Angeles, CA 90089-1101. shoaf@calvin.usc.edu ; voice: (213) 740-4088 ; fax: (213) 746-4507. Positions Previously Posted MUSICIANS INSTITUTE, Hollywood, California is looking for a Librarian. Description: Musicians Institute seeks individual capable of directing and building a library reflecting our changing educational goals. We are a 1-year vocational program approved to offer AA and BM degrees in commercial music. Person will enhance our holdings to support the needs of the expanded music curriculum and GE courses within spatial constraints. Qualifications: MLS and 1-3 years experience managing a library. Strong computer skills. Popular music preferably general music background a plus. Application Deadline: Applications accepted until position is filled. Application: Send resume and salary history to: Christine Thomas, VP of Human Resources, Musicians Institute, 1655 North McCadden Place, Hollywood, California 90028. No phone calls please. EOE. UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO AT BOULDER, Boulder, Colorado has reopened its search for a Head, Music Library. Description: This tenure-track position reports to the Associate Director for Public Services. The Department Head is responsible for the overall management and operation of the Library which includes 1 FTE faculty, 4 FTE staff, and an assigned student wage budget. The Library is responsible for providing reference and information services, bibliographic instruction, online searching, support services, cataloging, and library collections in the area of Music. Qualifications: Requirements: Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library school, effective oral and written communication skills, demonstrated research and scholarly/professional achievement, advanced degree in Music, five years professional experience. Preferences: Work experience in an academic music library or music collection; demonstrated experience with electronic information technology, bibliographic instruction, and collection development; strong commitment to public services; supervisory and administrative experience. Preference will be given to candidates with a doctoral degree. Salary & Benefits: $38,000 - 47,000 This is a twelve-month, tenure-track faculty position. Preference will be given to candidates at the assistant professor rank but candidates at all levels will be considered. Benefits include TIAA/CREF, liberal vacation and sick leave, and support for scholarly/professional activity. Application Deadline: We will begin reviewing applications on October 15, 1995, and continue until the position is filled. Early applications are encouraged. Application: Send letter of application addressing qualifications for the position; resume; and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to Joan S. McConkey, Associate Director for Administrative Services, University Libraries, University of Colorado at Boulder, Boulder, CO 80309-0184. The University of Colorado at Boulder strongly supports the principle of diversity. We are particularly interested in receiving applications from women, ethnic minorities, disabled persons, veterans, and veterans of the Vietnam era. UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON, Houston, Texas is looking for an Assistant Music Librarian. Description: Administer and plan the programs and daily operations of the Music Library and serve as primary reference librarian in the branch. Construction of a new facility will begin this fall which will increase existing space and include the music listening lab. Maintain a close relationship with branch library administrators and the School of Music faculty. Supervise, train, and evaluate the employees of the Music Library. Responsible for teaching Introduction to Musicology (Bibliography & Research) within the School of Music. Assist in collection development. Participate in various activities at the M.D. Anderson Library, including some reference desk duty and involvement with library committees and task forces. General Information: The University of Houston campus comprises 13 colleges and schools offering close to 80 degree programs with an enrollment of 33,000 students, 8,000 of whom are enrolled in graduate studies. This institution is a Carnegie Research II university. Qualifications: Requirements: Master's degree from ALA-accredited library school and Master's degree in Music are required. Excellent communication skills and strong service orientation essential. Desire to work in an environment where services are expand in and where there is considerable scope for planning and implementing new program initiatives, including the application of new technologies to the delivery of services. Salary & Benefits: $26,000. Comprehensive benefits package; choice of retirement programs including TIAA-CREF; tax-deferred annuity program available; no state or local income tax. Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately (8/28) and continue until the position is filled. Application: Send letter of application, names of 3 references, and resume to Jose Aguinaga, Library Personnel Coordinator, University of Houston Libraries, Houston, Texas 77204-2091. The University of Houston is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Minorities, women, and veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Positions Recently Filled Keith Eiten, Music Librarian, Ithaca College. Sheridan Schroeter, Music Library Specialist 1 (Supervisor), Western Washington University. Cho Chuen Wong, Catalog Librarian, St. Louis Public Library. From the Placement Officer The purpose of the Placement Service is "to assist music librarians who seek initial or new employment and inform members of developments in the job market. To these ends the Service publishes a monthly Job List of positions currently available." Job listings are derived from ads from various publications, directly from institutions postings jobs, and from MLA members themselves who know of jobs that might be of interest to music librarians. I would like to encourage anyone who has heard about a possible job opening in music librarianship, whether through reading a local newspaper, through one's own institution, or through a friend or colleague, to contact me by any means - phone, mail, fax, or e-mail (the latter especially appreciated). Please send me your questions, suggestions, or thoughts concerning the MLA Placement Service. Elisabeth H. Rebman, MLA Placement Officer Music Library, 240 Morrison Hall University of California, Berkeley Berkeley, CA 97420-6000 Tel: (510) 643-5198 Fax: (510) 642-8237 e-mail: erebman@library.berkeley.edu To list a position with the Placement Service, contact the Placement Officer. E-mail correspondence and position descriptions are highly desirable, but not required. Employers may advertise in the Job List without charge. The Job List appears monthly (soon after the first of the month), and the closing date for each issue is during the fourth week of the previous month. Deadline for next issue: November 24, 1995 To employers and job seekers: The Placement Officer can arrange a time and place for interviews at the annual Music Library Association meeting, February 7 - 10, 1996 in Seattle. Employers wishing to conduct interviews in Seattle may contact the Placement Officer in advance or in Seattle at the Placement Service desk to reserve interview times. Employers may hold open interviews for which any job seeker may sign up, or conduct pre-arranged interviews. In the latter case, it is the responsibility of the employers to make scheduling arrangements with the applicants. Whether attending the meeting or not, job seekers may send a resume for a Placement Desk folder that will be available to interested employers. For program information and registration forms for the Seattle meeting contact the MLA Business Office (address below). Meeting information can also be found on the Internet. Point your gopher to: theme.music.indiana.edu. Point your web browser to: http://www.wesleyan.edu/libr/srhome/srserv/seathome. htm To join the Placement Service and subscribe to the monthly Job List, send a check for $15.00 (individual) or $20.00 (institutional and outside US) payable to the Music Library Association to the MLA Business Office, which handles all remittances, correspondence about subscriptions to the Job List, and changes of address requests: Business Office Music Library Association PO Box 487, Canton, MA 02021 Tel: (617) 828-8450 Fax: (617) 828-8915 e-mail: acadsvc@aol.com