<div dir="auto"></div><br><div class="gmail_quote"><div dir="ltr">---------- Forwarded message ---------<br>From: <strong class="gmail_sendername" dir="auto">Elmar Snyman</strong> <span dir="ltr"><<a href="mailto:elmar.snyman@up.ac.za">elmar.snyman@up.ac.za</a>></span><br>Date: Mon, 04 Feb 2019, 12:46 PM<br>Subject: [ainfo] CATALOGUER (TWO POSTS)<br>To: <a href="mailto:ainfo@kendy.up.ac.za">ainfo@kendy.up.ac.za</a> <<a href="mailto:ainfo@kendy.up.ac.za">ainfo@kendy.up.ac.za</a>><br></div><br><br><div dir="ltr"><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">DEPARTMENT OF LIBRARY SERVICES</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">LIBRARY TECHNICAL SERVICES</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">CATALOGUER (TWO POSTS)</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">PEROMNES POST LEVEL 8</span></span></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><em><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">In
pursuit of the ideals of excellence and diversity, the University of
Pretoria wishes to invite applications for the following vacancy.</span></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The
University of Pretoria's commitment to quality makes us one of the top
research Universities in the country and gives us a competitive
advantage in international science and technology development.</span></span></em></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">RESPONSIBILITIES:</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The incumbents will be responsible for:</span></span></p><ul> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The
online cataloguing on an Integrated Library Services Platform (OCLC
WorldShare); making use of the OCLC WorldCat database to provide access
to all library collections through:</span></span> <ul> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Original and copy cataloguing of information resources in different formats;</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Classification and subject analysis of information resources in different formats;</span></span></li> </ul> </li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The
application and adherence to international cataloguing and descriptive
metadata and subject analysis standards i.e. RDA, AACR2, DDC, LCSH,
MARC21 and Dublin Core;</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The maintenance of UP holdings on OCLC WorldCat; </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The collection and database integrity management, e.g. identifying and correcting errors in the database, etc.;</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Describing and enriching content on the University’s institutional repository (UPSpace) using relevant metadata; </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Providing professional guidance to and liaison with information specialists and other stakeholders.</span></span></li></ul><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:</span></span></p><ul> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">A
four-year Library Science degree (BBibl) or an equivalent four-year
library qualification, i.e. three-year degree plus one year Post
Graduate Library Diploma (PG Dip.LIS) or B.Inf Hons, which must include a
course/module in Cataloguing;</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Three years’ relevant experience in the cataloguing of print and electronic resources in an academic environment;</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Knowledge
of and experience in the application of international cataloguing and
descriptive metadata and subject analysis standards, i.e. RDA, AACR2,
DDC, LCSH, MARC21 and Dublin Core.</span></span></li></ul><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">REQUIRED COMPETENCIES (SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND BEHAVIOURAL ATTRIBUTES):</span></span></p><ul> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Decision-making skills and analytical thinking; </span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Detail-oriented and the ability to manage time effectively;</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Good communication and interpersonal skills;</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Ability to work independently but also in a team environment;</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Knowledge of the following:</span></span> <ul> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Information resources in various formats;</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">International cataloguing and classification methods;</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Library Technical Services work processes, environment and industry;</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Current library trends and developments;</span></span></li> </ul> </li></ul><p> </p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">ADDED ADVANTAGES AND PREFERENCES:</span></span></p><ul> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Knowledge of and experience in the use of OCLC WorldCat database.</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Knowledge of and experience in music cataloguing;</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Knowledge of and experience in cataloguing of classical and/or European languages;</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Experience in the use and impact of technology on the information environment.</span></span></li></ul><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">PLEASE
NOTE: All shortlisted candidates will be required to participate in
relevant skills assessments as part of the selection process.</span></span></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The
annual remuneration package will be commensurate with the incumbent’s
level of appointment, as determined by UP policy guidelines. UP
subscribes to the BESTMED and UMVUZO medical aid schemes and contributes
50% of the applicable monthly premium. </span></span></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Applicants are requested to apply online at <a href="http://www.up.ac.za" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer">www.up.ac.za</a>, and follow the link: Careers@UP. </span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">In applying for this post, please attach:</span></span></p><ul> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">A comprehensive CV;</span></span></li> <li><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Names, e-mail addresses and telephone details of three referees whom we have permission to contact.</span></span></li></ul><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">CLOSING DATE: 18 February 2019</span></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">No application will be considered after the closing date, or if it does not comply with at least the minimum requirements.</span></span></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">ENQUIRIES:
Ms Martha de Waal. Tel: (012) 420 5308 for enquiries relating to the
post content, OR Mr G Malobola, Tel: (012) 420 3122 for Human
Resources-related enquiries.</span></span></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">Should you not hear from the University of Pretoria by 30 April 2019, please accept that your application has been unsuccessful.</span></span></p><p style="margin:0cm 0cm 0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial,sans-serif;font-size:11pt"><font color="#000000"> </font></span></p><p><em><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The University of Pretoria is committed to equality, employment equity and diversity.</span></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">In
accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its
Employment Equity goals and targets, preference may be given, but is not
limited to candidates from under-represented designated groups.</span></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">All
candidates who comply with the requirements for appointment are invited
to apply. All candidates agree to undergo verification of personal
credentials.</span></span></em></p><p><em><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:arial,sans-serif">The University of Pretoria reserves the right to not fill the advertised positions.</span></span></em></p><div><div dir="ltr" class="m_8076582636237641042gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"></div></div></div></div>
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