128 · Representative Documents: Job Description of Processing Decision Maker
University of Michigan
Head of Archival Processing and Cataloging
major acquisitions involving the subject with which he/she works. Initiates contacts with faculty at
the University of Michigan in subject areas related to their curatorial responsibilities. Keeps
faculty informed of our activities in the area. Offers and gives lectures, tours, and classes in
conjunction with appropriate courses. Offers research support for students and faculty, including
appointments to plan research strategies. Stays aware of changes in research focus in appropriate
areas. Seeks faculty input regarding collecting policy.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
1. Master's degree from an ALA accredited library school.
2. Strong skills in organizing information of all kinds.
3. Three years of professional experience working with manuscripts, archives, photographs, or
other special materials in a research library.
4. Knowledge of modern manuscript and archival theory and practices.
5. Knowledge of MARC formats, particularly AMC.
6. Experience working with rare books, manuscripts, or special collections in transportation
history.
Desirable:
1. Knowledge of AACR2, ISBD punctuation, and Library of Congress subject headings.
2. Working knowledge of one western European language.
3. Experience as a selector, particularly in retrospective buying.
4. Knowledge of the care and preservation of historic materials.
5. Strong oral and written communication skills.
Desirable: Experience in instruction and/or in the provision of reference services. Ability to
interact successfully with a wide variety of people of all ages with varying backgrounds,
expectations, and educational levels.
University of Michigan
Head of Archival Processing and Cataloging
major acquisitions involving the subject with which he/she works. Initiates contacts with faculty at
the University of Michigan in subject areas related to their curatorial responsibilities. Keeps
faculty informed of our activities in the area. Offers and gives lectures, tours, and classes in
conjunction with appropriate courses. Offers research support for students and faculty, including
appointments to plan research strategies. Stays aware of changes in research focus in appropriate
areas. Seeks faculty input regarding collecting policy.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
1. Master's degree from an ALA accredited library school.
2. Strong skills in organizing information of all kinds.
3. Three years of professional experience working with manuscripts, archives, photographs, or
other special materials in a research library.
4. Knowledge of modern manuscript and archival theory and practices.
5. Knowledge of MARC formats, particularly AMC.
6. Experience working with rare books, manuscripts, or special collections in transportation
history.
Desirable:
1. Knowledge of AACR2, ISBD punctuation, and Library of Congress subject headings.
2. Working knowledge of one western European language.
3. Experience as a selector, particularly in retrospective buying.
4. Knowledge of the care and preservation of historic materials.
5. Strong oral and written communication skills.
Desirable: Experience in instruction and/or in the provision of reference services. Ability to
interact successfully with a wide variety of people of all ages with varying backgrounds,
expectations, and educational levels.
