Columbia University Libraries (CUL) seeks an experienced manager to oversee the technical services operations for C. V. Starr East Asian Library.  C. V. Starr East Asian Library is one of the major collections for the study of East Asia in the United States, with over 820,000 volumes of Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Tibetan, and Western language materials and over 6,500 periodical titles.

Reporting to the Director of C. V. Starr East Asian Library the Head, Technical Services will be responsible for:

• Training and supervising all technical services staff, including recruitment, updating workflows, and monitoring/maintaining high production levels.
• Managing, coordinator, and evaluating all technical services operations in coordination with the policies of CUL, RLIN/OCLC and other local, regional, and national bodies.
• Monitoring the quality of bibliographic control all formats of materials in the collection.
• Organizing and overseeing the preparation of materials for offsite.
• Collecting and analyzing monthly statistics from acquisitions, cataloging, catalog maintenance, processing of current periodicals, and preservation; preparing monthly, quarter, annual reports, and other reports as requested.
• Coordinating automation applications in technical services to ensure smooth operation and workflow.
• Reporting to the Director and communicating with colleagues on technological developments – particularly as they pertain to Chinese, Japanese, Korean and Tibetan (CJKT) language materials.

Requirements are: M.L.S. and at least 5 years of experience in a similar position at an  East Asian library, or the equivalent combination of education and experience; strong supervisory skills; excellent knowledge of bibliographic control, including AACR2 cataloging rules and LC subject headings and classifications; knowledge of Voyager; familiarity with computer databases and electronic resources; fluency in at least one of the following:  Chinese, Japanese, or Korean; fluency in English and strong interpersonal skills are required.

One of the world's leading research universities, Columbia provides outstanding opportunities to work and grow in a unique intellectual community. Set in the MorningsideHeights academic village, Columbia also presents the unmatched dynamism, diversity and cultural richness of New York City. The University Libraries, grounded in collections of remarkable depth and breadth, are also building extensive electronic resources and services. The Libraries at Columbia are committed to collegiality, professionalism, innovation and leadership.

We offer excellent benefits including 100% Columbia tuition exemption for self and family and assistance with University housing. Columbia will also pay 50% tuition for your dependent child who is a candidate for an undergraduate degree at another accredited college or university.

For immediate consideration, please e-mail your resume to libjobs2@columbia.edu and list the names, addresses and phone numbers of three references.  You may also mail your resume to Human Resources, ColumbiaUniversity, Box 18, Butler Library, MC 1104, 535 West 114th Street, New York, NY10027.  Please reference Search # UL70107026 and include your e-mail address. Applications will be accepted immediately and until the position is filled; however, applications submitted before January 21, 2008 will receive priority consideration.