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Subject Librarian

Wed, 1 Feb 2012 15:36:23 GMT

Learning Enhancement and Innovation

Subject Librarian – Buxton Ref: AG00011

£28,895 - £31,313 per annum

Potential for further salary progression based on performance, once in post, up to £36,011 per annum

People achieve great things at the University of Derby! Our flexible, accessible courses are helping thousands of people fulfill their potential. And we’re providing a great place to work with superb training and development opportunities. We’d like you to join us.

We’re looking for an enthusiastic Subject Librarian to support and develop University of Derby Buxton faculty students and resources, but with flexibility to be an essential member of the team that provides library services across the whole faculty. The post will be based at our Buxton Campus, but would be expected to spend at least one day a week at our Derby Campus.

Library Services Manager

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:28:06 GMT

Royal South Hants Library, Southampton

Library Services Manager

Job ref: 348-ICS-HQ139 Salary: Band 8a £38,851 - £46,621 pa

An exciting opportunity has arisen to recruit an experienced Library Manager to manage a unique NHS Library Service delivered to multiple organisations across Hampshire but hosted by Southern Health NHS Foundation Trust.

Hampshire Healthcare Library Service was created in 2009 following a merger and it provides library services to the staff of three stakeholder NHS Trusts, as well as by agreement to a range of other local healthcare staff. The service is delivered by a total staff of 23 comprising of 12 professional librarians and 11 paraprofessionals, based across nine library sites across Hampshire.

You will manage and deliver the service to meet national and local quality standards. You’ll have the ability to manage a disparate team, whilst ensuring a coordinated and equitable service is maintained. Experience of budgetary and staff management is paramount as is the vision to develop the service to changing user needs.

With a relevant first degree or postgraduate qualification you’ll need experience of managing NHS libraries. You will also need to understand the structures and priorities of the NHS and be ready to advocate for the service with stakeholders.

The main office base will be at Royal South Hants Library dept in Southampton, but you will be required to provide regular visits to other library sites, in particular Basingstoke and Winchester.

Information Officer

Thu, 2 Feb 2012 13:08:33 GMT

Information Officer –Bank of England

Salary £29-30,000

Location: City of London

This is an interesting role within our Information Centre. You’ll join a dedicated team which provides a comprehensive professional library and information service to all Bank of England staff. In this varied post, you’ll enjoy a rewarding mix of research and administrative duties.

Responsible for overseeing all aspects of serials’ provision on a day-to-day basis, you’ll manage procurement and circulation, and deal directly with suppliers. Carrying out desk research for all areas of the Bank, you’ll handle complex requests to tight deadlines and conduct regular searches of online news and company databases on behalf of customers. We’ll expect you to carry out a departmental liaison role to ensure services meet customer needs and also to participate in marketing initiatives and training events.

A qualified librarian, you will have relevant professional experience including desk research – ideally within a business environment. You’re a team player with good communication skills and the confidence to liaise with people at all levels, both internally and externally. You’ll be required to demonstrate strong analytical skills and advanced internet searching skills, with the ability to exercise good judgement in the gathering, presentation and interpretation of data. Familiarity with major information databases such as Factiva, LexisNexis and EBSCOHOST, and knowledge of major economic reference sources is desirable.

SEARCH25 Project Officer

Thu, 2 Feb 2012 12:49:05 GMT

Royal Holloway University of London

Library and Archive Services

SEARCH25 Project Officer

Appointment is for six months, fixed term

Salary is £22,106 per annum inclusive of London Allowance.

SEARCH25 is a project funded under the JISC Grant Funding 13/11: Digital Infrastructure: Information and Library Infrastructure - Resource Discovery Programme and the lead institution is Royal Holloway, University of London.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic individual to join the project team (based in the Bedford Library, RHUL), to assist with project communications and user testing/evaluation of the prototype service. SEARCH25 plans to develop a new, open user experience of resource discovery for academic libraries that are part of the M25 Consortium. (The M25 Consortium of Academic Libraries has nearly 60 member institutions based in London and the South East and runs a number of web services including InforM25, a regional resource discovery service.)

We are looking for a project officer with experience in setting up and assisting with running user focus groups, and other feedback gathering activities. The role will also entail being the designated person for project communications and dissemination, so experience in writing promotional material, training manuals, reports and other documentation is required.

You will be highly motivated to work in a small team, interested in developing new services, able to work on your own initiative and capable of delivering solutions to a strict timescale. You should have at least two years’ experience of working in a library or information service environment, have experience of user evaluation activities, and have strong communication skills. Knowledge of library-specific resources, such as library catalogues and other similar services, would be an advantage.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further their portfolio of skills and experience.

Operations Manager

Thu, 2 Feb 2012 09:59:05 GMT

Operations Manager

Salary: £28,500 - £31,000 per annum

Location: Lambeth, London

Book Aid International increases access to books to support literacy, education and development in sub-Saharan Africa

Our Programmes and Operations Team is responsible for developing and implementing Book Aid International’s overseas projects and programmes; and for sourcing, sorting, selecting and delivering donated books to our partners overseas.

We are seeking an experienced person to manage the selection and shipping of books to partner libraries in Africa from the Book Aid International warehouse. Reporting to the Head of Programmes and Operations, the Operations Manager will be responsible for line management of staff and co-ordinating selection and delivery of books allocated to specific partners.

The successful candidate will have demonstrable experience of managing staff and excellent planning and organisation skills, particularly within a library context; have a library qualification to degree level; be able to work flexibly and effectively with a wide range of people; and be willing to travel overseas. Experience in a technical services/library resource management department, project management and the ability to train others is desirable.

Information Officer (Maternity Cover)

Wed, 1 Feb 2012 14:44:42 GMT

BAAF HEAD OFFICE– based Farringdon, EC1

£28,005 including £3,300 LW

35 hours per week - Job share considered

We are seeking a qualified librarian to provide maternity cover. The Library and Information Service primarily supports the work of the British Association for Adoption & Fostering (BAAF) trainer/consultants and the media, fundraising and publications teams. It also provides some services to member agencies and external visitors. The main tasks include managing the library based in Farringdon, providing information in response to enquiries, providing an email current awareness service to staff and members, providing content for and maintaining databases on two of BAAF’s websites, and contributing to the process of developing an organisation-wide intranet.

The role also involves recruiting, supervising and co-ordinating the work of volunteers who either catalogue materials on the Library Management System or contribute material for the current awareness service.

The successful candidate must be enthusiastic and self motivated with proven experience in a library or information services role; have a meticulous eye for detail and a flexible, proactive approach to work; and excellent communication and IT skills. Previous experience of intranet development projects would be an advantage, as would familiarity with Liberty3 or other Softlink library management systems.

Academic Liaison Officer (Communications & Marketing) – ML1075

Wed, 1 Feb 2012 10:51:07 GMT

University of St Andrews

University Library Liaison & User Services

Academic Liaison Officer (Communications & Marketing) – ML1075

Salary: £24,520-£29,249 per annum

Joining our Academic Liaison Team within the Liaison & User Services Division, you will support teaching and research in the University along with providing effective support for the existing Team members. Your responsibilities will also include providing support for students using specialist information resources.

You will also have specific responsibility for general marketing and communications operations for the Library as whole. This will include the production and coordination of marketing materials, publicity campaigns and website development

Educated to degree standard, you will have relevant library experience, including delivering training sessions and coordinating marketing activities. You will be highly motivated, a strong team worker and committed to the provision of a high quality service.

LIBRARY SERVICES ASSISTANT

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 12:26:08 GMT

LIBRARY SERVICES ASSISTANT

Band 4 AFC: £22,438 - £26,157 pro rata inc HCA

Permanent, Part Time: 25 hours per week

8.45-2.00pm Monday-Thursday, 10.00-2.00pm Fridays

LIBRARY AND LEARNING RESOURCES
Tavistock Centre, 120 Belsize Lane, London, NW3 5BA

We are looking to appoint a Library Desk Assistant for our busy, dynamic, nationally recognised library and information service. We provide a range of services for staff and students of the Trust which specialises in the provision of clinical services, training, research and consultancy within the psychological therapies and organisational work. The post will be a frontline role providing support and guidance to our users accessing a full range of electronic and print resources.

Applicants will ideally have experience of a similar role, have excellent interpersonal and ICT skills and some familiarity with a library management system. The post is also suitable experience for someone considering a career in library and information work.

Library and Information Services Manager

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 14:11:23 GMT

Library and Information Services Manager
Central London Salary c£30k
We need an astute library professional with reference experience to join our customer-focused team.

The College of Optometrists is the professional, scientific and examining body for optometrists in the UK. A registered charity, the College supports members in all aspects of their profession, works to ensure that the public is better informed about the role of the optometrist and the importance of good eye health, facilitates research that contributes towards the development of the existing evidence-base, and ensures that the profession is up to date.

As a member of a small but proactive marketing and communications team, the Library and Information Services Manager will give colleagues research support and advice, and help College members to access appropriate information in support of their education and continuing professional development. You will manage, develop and promote a full range of library and information services including reference services, literature searches and electronic journals.

You must be enthusiastic and self motivated with proven experience in a library or information services role, both on and offline; a working knowledge of science, technology, medicine or health information services; and excellent communication skills.

The successful candidate will have a meticulous eye for detail and a flexible, proactive approach to work. The ability to work autonomously and to use initiative will be as important as working effectively as part of a busy team.

For more information and to view the full job description go to our website

Specialist Library Support Manager (Job-share)

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:34:32 GMT

Leeds Metropolitan University

Student Experience

Libraries and Learning Innovation

Specialist Library Support Manager (Job-share)

Ref: DSE276370B/CILIP

Permanent, part-time: job-share, 18.5 hours per week

£34,895 - £39,257 pro rata

We are looking for a professionally qualified Librarian as a job-share partner for our Specialist Library Support Manager. You will be jointly responsible for leading a team delivering library services to support distance learners and students with disabilities, for managing a team of information professionals, and for staff development across Libraries and Learning Innovation. You will also be a member of the Libraries and Learning Innovation’s Management Team.

You will be forward-looking with experience and evidence of success in initiating, delivering and promoting excellent library services in a higher education context, and able to evidence effective leadership, management, and motivation of a team of staff.

Preferred working days are Monday to Wednesday.

INFORMATION SERVICES CO-ORDINATOR

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 09:26:29 GMT

Shaped by the past, creating the future

Careers, Employability and Enterprise Centre

INFORMATION SERVICES CO-ORDINATOR

Salary: £30,122 - £35,938 pa

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic individual who will have overall responsibility for the management and coordination of careers information provision within the Durham University Careers Employability & Enterprise Centre, both at Durham and Queen’s Campus Stockton. Therefore the post holder will be required to visits Queen’s Campus, Stockton, on a regular basis.

Acquisitions and Information Assistant

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:45:19 GMT

ICAEW is a professional membership organisation, supporting over 136,000 chartered accountants around the world. Through our technical knowledge, skills and expertise, we provide insight and leadership to the global accountancy and finance profession. Our members provide financial knowledge and guidance based on the highest professional, technical and ethical standards.

Acquisitions and Information Assistant, c£23, full-time

Library Assistant with a varied role - responsible for day-to-day administration of acquisitions process and also providing administrative support to Library Services. This includes processing and shelving stock, retrieving material from an off-site store, despatching loans and assigning enquiries for the Enquiry Team in the Client Relationship Management (CRM) system. Information qualification not required, though ideally you will have experience of a similar role and enjoy providing high quality support within an information environment.

Information Executive: LIS Systems

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:39:44 GMT

Information Executive: LIS Systems. c£30k, full-time

An exciting opportunity to join a dynamic team of information professionals providing highly valued services to the accountancy profession. Working across the team, you will be responsible for day to day administration and development of LIS IT applications, including the LMS (Sirsi-Dynix Unicorn), to support service delivery. You will also be involved in developing use of social media to support LIS staff knowledge and promote our online catalogue and in delivering enquiry services to Chartered Accountants worldwide. This role spends approximately 12 hours per week dealing with the full range of enquiries from ICAEW members.

Metadata Coordinator

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 16:18:25 GMT

Metadata Coordinator

Library Services

Students and Education Support

King’s College London

Library Services is a key department within the Directorate of Students and Education Support at King’s College London, supporting the institution’s teaching, learning, research and administrative activity. Information Resources are the division of Library Services responsible for the development and delivery of services and content that create King’s Library collection.

We are looking to recruit a full-time permanent Metadata Coordinator to join the Acquisitions and Discovery team in Information Resources, and play a vital role in enhancing access and discovery of the Library collection.

Based at Drury Lane, the Metadata Coordinator will work in the Acquisitions and Discovery team to coordinate the creation, supply, use and sharing of bibliographic metadata to optimise access and discovery of the Library collection.

Reporting to the Acquisitions and Discovery Manager, the Metadata Coordinator will work closely with colleagues throughout Information Resources to ensure timely, accurate, and effective import, export, and integration of metadata from vendors and to union catalogues, aggregations, and related shared services.

Monitoring, implementing, and exercising quality control of relevant standards (including AACR2, MARC, RDA, LCC, LCSH), the Metadata Coordinator will formulate, implement, and document local bibliographic metadata policy and workflows, providing training and specialist guidance to colleagues.

Applicants will possess a degree and either a professional qualification in librarianship / information science or equivalent experience. An experienced cataloguer with detailed working knowledge of MARC21, AACR2, LCSH, and Library Management Systems, the successful applicant should have excellent IT skills and an ability to teach and demonstrate procedures to colleagues. The applicant will be aware of the latest advances in the field of library metadata, and demonstrate a commitment to the development of innovative and world-class library services.

The appointment will be made, dependent on relevant qualifications and experience, within the Grade 5 scale, currently £25,854-29,972 per annum, per annum, inclusive of £2,323 London Allowance, per annum.

Research Resources Manager

Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:24:28 GMT

Integreon Shared Library, Bristol

Research Resources Manager

An opportunity has arisen to take a leading role as Research Resources Manager for the Shared Library service, provided by Integreon to UK law firm clients.

Your key responsibilities will be:

To co-ordinate and manage the Research Resources Team in the acquisition and management of our clients’ hard copy and online research resources.

To work with clients and Client Account Managers on the preparation and management of clients’ research resources budgets.

To take a primary role in managing the relationship with Prenax in the procurement and distribution of hard copy resources.

To work with Procurement to ensure a planned, strategic approach to acquisitions for our shared IS clients.

Essential requirements of the role:

Excellent and proven skills in co-ordination of a service, preferably at manager level.

Proven experience of managing information resources , preferably in a legal services environment.

Experience of managing budgets.

Ability to build an effective team.

Excellent interpersonal skills, able to build effective professional relationships internally and externally.

Ability to think innovatively and execute improvements.

A degree or post-graduate qualification in Information and Library Management, or Information Science is essential.

The role is based at Integreon’s Bristol office, with occasional travel to other UK sites.

Systems Librarian

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 15:56:43 GMT

The University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) provides university-level education through a unique partnership of thirteen colleges and research institutions located throughout the Highlands & Islands.

To support our work we have created this new full time role within the UHI Executive Office.

Systems Librarian

£26,994 - £31,292 pa

Reporting to the University Librarian, the Systems Librarian will be responsible for managing, developing and administration of the LMS (currently Millennium). During 2012, an exciting new shared services venture will see the University of the West of Scotland (UWS) and the Scottish Agricultural College (SAC), who have a joint LMS, migrate from their current supplier to share UHI’s Millennium system. The postholder will manage the joint system on behalf of all three institutions.

Applicants should have a relevant degree or post-graduate qualification, library system management experience and project management experience. Strong understanding of the technology context and of the HE information services environment is required. The successful candidate will be a self-motivator, be able to organise own workload, work flexibly and travel across Scotland. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, as is the ability to relate to library staff and ICT staff.

The postholder will be required to visit campuses of all three institutions regularly, and a considerable amount of travelling (including evenings) should be expected. As a result, the location of the post is not fixed and will be agreed with the successful candidate.

Librarian

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 11:52:55 GMT

Rivers Academy

West London

Tachbrook Road, Feltham, Middlesex, TW14 9PE
Telephone: 020 8890 0245 Fax: 020 8844 2441

Principal: Paula Kenning

Librarian

£29,601 – £31,761 pro rata

36 hours per week, 40 weeks

An exciting opportunity for an Academy librarian with: first class interpersonal skills, a passion for reading; a commitment to the promotion of literacy within the Academy, the home and the community and transforming reading skills.

Rivers Academy seeks to appoint a librarian who is keen to develop a vision for reading within the Academy and has the ability to turn this objective into practice.

Working closely with our students and teachers, you would also help to enhance teaching and learning by promoting reading within subject areas and develop further opportunities to engage in reading at break and lunch, as well as before and after Academy. You will have a solid practical knowledge of National Literacy initiatives and be able to develop networking relationships with other libraries and authors. You will also be familiar with lending systems and the replenishment of stock.

Rivers Academy has first class facilities which are ripe for development for a thriving and exciting library.

Antiquarian Cataloguer

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 12:31:16 GMT

Regent’s Park College (RPC), a Permanent Private Hall of the University of Oxford, has a full-time (or 2x part-time), short term (6 mth), grant- funded position which will provide a unique opportunity for a qualified and experienced antiquarian cataloguer. RPC has recently secured funding from the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) to develop an application for an exciting project which will enable The Angus Library and Archive to reach a wider audience resulting in greater participation.

We are therefore looking for someone who has the appropriate skills and experience to undertake a comprehensive assessment of the cataloguing needs and requirements of the Angus Library collection and backlog. They will then be required to present the findings in a report that will inform the application process. Experience with HLF projects and an understanding of the requirements of activity plans, would be an advantage.

Principal Librarian – Transformation

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:31:54 GMT

Principal Librarian – Transformation
£40,741 - £45,990 Ref: 1234
John Dryden House
Fixed term contract 2 years (April 2012 to March 2014)

An exciting and unique two year opportunity to join our innovative management team and lead our offer of consultancy and services to other local authorities.

In Northamptonshire, we are ahead of the curve with libraries as prosperity centres, cutting edge engagement with 27 established Friends groups and over 450 volunteers – and there’s another 570 who want to offer time. With our innovative Library Plus offer, you will lead the achievement of commissioned services, shaping and delivering the offer.

You will have experience of leading libraries and an enviable track record of contract management.

School Librarian

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 10:06:06 GMT

Diocese of Westminster
THE CARDINAL VAUGHAN MEMORIAL SCHOOL

89 Addison Road, Kensington, London W14 8BZ

Telephone: 020 7603 8478

“the formation of the whole man, his intellect, his heart, his will, his character and his soul.” Cardinal Henry Manning (1807-1892).

The Governors of this extremely popular, heavily over-subscribed, high-performing and very successful Catholic Comprehensive School for Boys (roll 960; mixed Sixth Form of 340), in the trusteeship of the Diocese of Westminster, seek to appoint:

SCHOOL LIBRARIAN

(Salary Range: £19,032 to £24,819 PRO-RATA)

Part-time or Full-time or Term-time only

As well as managing the full range of our Library’s resources and the successful candidate should be able to demonstrate that they can inspire pupils to work independently and help provide them with access to the resources they need. The successful candidate will be committed to supporting the Catholic ethos of the School and have the ability to support pupils and staff to help build a research-based focus on learning throughout the School.

Head of Barrington Library

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:56:32 GMT

A place for learning, an opportunity for development.

Cranfield Defence and Security

Head of Barrington Library

£47,117 to £51,111 per annum (Level 7)

In this challenging leadership role, you will be responsible for the development of academic library services to Cranfield Defence and Security, the School of Cranfield University located at the Defence Academy, Shrivenham. Services are provided to a broad range of higher education library users including students, researchers, university staff, visitors and community users. The library service is a specified requirement under our contract with the Ministry of Defence.

You will shape the overall strategic direction of the Library, ensuring structure, services and resource provision align with the requirement of the Ministry of Defence, customer needs and agreed quality standards.

You will be responsible for the overall management of resources (staff, budgets, collections) and library facilities and services. A key component of the role is to co-ordinate and direct the exploitation and availability of technology to ensure the wide and increasing range of electronic resources and services are available to library users. You will also work as part of the School Services Management Team to contribute to the delivery of School objectives.

Educated to degree level, and holding a recognised professional qualification, you will have substantial experience in a relevant library specialist area and/or at managerial level. You will have a strong customer focus, be able to motivate and lead work-based teams and projects and also be comfortable using your well-honed networking and influencing skills.

Have you the drive and determination to rise to this exciting challenge?

Information Officer

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 09:36:45 GMT

The Council for British Archaeology (CBA) is seeking to appoint an Information Officer to undertake the day-to-day management of the British & Irish Archaeological Bibliography (www.biab.ac.uk), produce CBA Briefing (www.britarch.ac.uk/briefing), respond to general information enquiries and support the development of content for the CBA's web site (www.britarch.ac.uk).

Full-time post, based in York, salary £22k.

Acting UMASCS Librarian

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 14:53:44 GMT

Acting UMASCS Librarian

University Museums and Special Collections Services

The appointment is full time, fixed-term. Grade 6 - £27,428-£35,788 per annum.

We are seeking to appoint a well organised Library professional to be responsible for the day-to-day management and administration of the UMASCS library service initially for 6 months to cover maternity leave.

You will deliver high quality support for teaching, learning and research. You will supervise library staff and contribute to the integrated Special Collections Service as part of its management team.

You will have:

• Knowledge of library special collections management and services

• Excellent organisational and problem-solving skills, with an ability to prioritise tasks

and manage time effectively and to work to and meet deadlines

• A high level of ICT skills (including familiarity with Windows, MS Office)

• Relevant higher educational achievement and professional training in Librarianship

or Information Science

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Experience of automated cataloguing and of academic libraries

DEPUTY LIBRARIAN

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 11:38:40 GMT

DEPUTY LIBRARIAN

£23,881 TO £29,249 per annum

The modern and well equipped Library at the University of Winchester houses a collection of almost 250,000 books, videos and sound recordings and receives some 850 journals. This stock covers all the subjects offered by the University, as well as many fields of general interest to serve the 5,000 students and 500 staff of the University.

We are seeking to recruit a full time Deputy Librarian (Reader Services) to support the Librarian and Deputy Librarian (Technical Services) in the management of the Library. As well as ensuring that our services are offered in as efficient a way as possible, you will be actively involved in delivering induction programmes, research skills sessions, attending meetings, and liaising closely with administrators and academics in one of our Faculties. You will also provide support for web-based learning and resources.

As our ideal candidate you will be a qualified librarian, ideally with chartered status. Knowledge of electronic library systems, internet and IT systems are essential for this post, as well as experience of library work. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work without supervision and as part of a team are also essential.

The University is committed to the well-being and development of its employees and, as such, offers an excellent staff development programme, sports facilities and pension scheme. Post no: LIB-B07

Community Services Librarian

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:24:02 GMT

Community Services Librarian (Fixed Term until 31 March 2013)

Bracknell Forest Library and Information Service

Salary £6,700 - £8,200 for 11.67 hours average per week, plus enhanced pay (time and a half) for Saturday work

11.67 hours per week (average), including 2 Saturdays out of 3

An opportunity has arisen to join our team of professionally qualified Librarians in Bracknell Forest’s Library Service. You will be based at Bracknell Library, working principally on the Enquiry Desk in the Reference Library.

Your key responsibilities will be to answer customers’ enquiries, to assist customers with the use of ICT and electronic information resources, to help customers to source appropriate material, to order adult non-fiction stock, and to assist with collection management in the Borough’s 9 Libraries.

With excellent customer care and communications skills, you will be a professionally qualified Librarian. You must also enjoy working with a broad range of clientele, have strong IT skills, and an interest in collection development. Previous experience of working in a public library is desirable, but not essential.

The hours of work for this post are:

Friday 9.00am – 7.00pm

Saturday 9.00am – 1.00pm (two Saturdays out of three)

EXPERIENCED & TRAINEE CATALOGUERS

Wed, 7 Dec 2011 15:07:17 GMT

Coutts Information Services, part of the Ingram Content Group, is a fast growing and dynamic business providing services to more than 5,000 organizations in over 150 countries. We provide librarians and booksellers with immediate access to the largest selection of books or book-related products in the industry. We are leading the way in service standards and innovation and shaping the future of book and electronic content acquisition in the world of learning.

Due to new client contracts commencing in 2012, we require three Cataloguers (either experienced or trainee level) who will classify and prepare bibliographic records to support our Shelf Ready and Book Selection services for our library clients.

Working within our Company offices in Ringwood, you will join a team of Cataloguers responsible for sourcing electronic records (from library catalogues and other external databases), original cataloguing, and amending existing records to customer specifications.

As an experienced Cataloguer, you should have experience in either UKMARC or MARC21 and competency in classification in either Dewey Decimal Classification or LC Classification. Experience of allocating LC subject headings would also be an advantage.

As a Trainee Cataloguer, we would require some experience of working in the library industry and a basic understanding of classification and cataloguing schemes.