INTER-LIBRARY LOAN
(last updated 6/21/2000)
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Has knowledge of bibliographic utilities' and local system's search strategies, navigation methods, and commands |
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Operates Ariel software, or its equivalent - library to library electronic document delivery software |
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Checks lending policies of other institutions (e.g., in OCLC's Name-Address Directory) |
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Verifies information in requests; asks for further information as necessary if request is incomplete |
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Verifies citations using appropriate bibliographic utilities |
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Understands legal citations; uses appropriate helps such as Bieber's |
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Determines appropriate method for filling requests |
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Confirms availability of materials |
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Creates on-line requests via online bibliographic utility |
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Updates records in bibliographic utility as items are shipped, received, or returned |
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Prepares and sends written ALA forms when online service is not available with a given lender or borrower |
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Operates copiers, microform reader/printers, and fax machines, postage machine, etc. |
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Prepares materials for mailing (checks in/out, packs, ships) |
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Adheres to timetable established by bibliographic utility and lending or borrowing library: |
As a lender, follows up on overdue materials and invoices;
As a borrower, ensures that materials are returned on time
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Follows copyright guidelines when obtaining or sending materials |
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Maintains accurate records and reports statistics in a meaningful way |
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Generates various reports from local system |
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Tracks activity via monthly reports from OCLC and other vendors |
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Clears all document delivery requests through CCC or appropriate publisher |
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Sets up and maintains accounts with document delivery sources |
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Processes invoices and payments |