2013/2014 High School Library Teachers : Newton North High School
Appropriate DESE licensure required
2 positions available:
1.0 library teacher
.5 library teacher
Job Summary:
The high school library teacher is responsible for working as a team member with the other library teachers assigned to Newton North High School to provide the leadership and expertise necessary to ensure that the library program is an integral part of the instructional program at Newton North High School (NNHS). The library teacher provides students with instruction in research techniques for print and electronic resources, in the skills and knowledge required to effectively use a library, and in the selection and appreciation of literature. The major services of the program are the support of classroom instruction via joint planning and collaborative teaching of lessons between the library teacher and the classroom teacher; group and individual guidance to students in the location, selection, and use of resources; and order, catalog, inventory, store, and distribute print and electronic resources including computers and peripherals, software, audiovisual, and other educational equipment. The duties also include assisting the Department Head in the development and expenditure of the budget, development and implementation of professional development workshops for teachers to help them better access, use, and integrate the resources available through the library in their classroom work with students, integrates the use of technology in the library, and assists in the evaluation of the program. The library teacher will report to and work cooperatively with the Library Department Head. In addition, the library teacher will work cooperatively with the Library Department Head, the Department Head of Instructional Technology, and with the Instructional Technology Specialists assigned to NNHS.
Qualifications:
·Master's Degree in Library Science with a concentration in school libraries, or a Master of Education Degree in School Libraries.
·Previous experience as a Library Teacher in a school library media Center with a preference for Secondary experience
·Previous experience as the Librarian in charge of administering the library program or comparable experience preferred.
·Demonstrated knowledge of school library management and automation systems (Destiny)
·Demonstrated ability to implement technology into a school library setting and to integrate information literacy skills into curriculum along with the ability to use technology as an instructional tool
·Demonstrated teaching ability including providing Professional Development
·Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team possessing strong oral and written communications and interpersonal skills.
Major Responsibilities:
·Work with high school library colleagues to implement an effective library program that establishes the library media center as the learning laboratory of the school -- a facility available to all students and all teachers which provides materials and services relevant to the curricula, needs of the school community.
·Actively works with teachers on lesson and unit planning to help integrate information literacy skills and technology into the content curriculum of the classroom.
·Prepares well-organized lesson plans appropriate to the students, aimed at a clear learning outcome and in accordance with the library media curriculum guide; and effectively teaches from those lesson plans assessing the results.
·Provides teachers and students with resources integral to the curricula by locating, ordering, and making available books and software, and by locating Web sites and other electronic resources that aid students in effectively finding and using information.
·Communicates information about the library program to teachers, students, principal, parents, and the Director of Information Technology.
·Documents attainment of program objectives and uses assessment information for decision-making and the evaluation of the program to improve the delivery of services.
·Maintains a well-organized school library the evidences a purposeful atmosphere for academic pursuit and collaboration.
·Performs additional responsibilities as defined by the Library Department Head, school principal and/or the Director of Information Technology
Merrimack School District seeks a Librarian for an Elementary School. Reeds Ferry School is a progressive Elementary school of 500+ students. Seeking candidate who is current with best instructional practices and knowledgeable of Elementary curriculum and Common Core Standards. Candidate must be collaborative, energetic and innovative.
Eligibility for Librarian Certification required.Go to www.merrimack.k12.nh.us to apply on-line or send a letter of interest, resume, three current letters of reference, certification and transcripts to:
Marjorie Chiafery, Superintendent of Schools Merrimack School District 36 McElwain Street Merrimack, NH 03054
To utilize the library books MLKCSE owns, and as it acquires more books through donations and purchases to support instruction and better achieve our mission of academic excellence for all students, MLKCSE needs a system to catalogue, manage and inventory its collection. Our library media center can become a valuable resource that supports student growth, specifically in the areas of literacy, information literacy, and technological skills and helps us achieve our mission.
Mission Statement
"Intelligence plus character - that is the goal of true education."
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Charter School of Excellence prepares kindergarten through 5th grade students of Springfield for academic success and engaged citizenship through insistence on rigorous, challenging work. The school incorporates Dr. King's commitment to the highest standards in scholarship, civic participation and the ideal of the beloved community. mlkcs.org
Background
Currently, MLKCSE owns approximately 3,000 books and does not own a software program to catalogue, manage and inventory its collection. MLKCSE currently does not have a certified library media specialist on staff. MLKCSE went through an evaluation process and plans to purchase the Atriuum Express library management software from Book Systems. We desire to hire for the summer a graduate student who is close to completing their library science degree to manage and implement the project of setting up the catalog and addressing the backlog.
The graduate student will receive training on the Atriuum software and receive the assistance of a part-time staff person.
Job Specifications
The project manager is a paid, temporary, full-time, summer position. In addition to the online catalog implementation, we are looking for someone to help establish workflows for cataloguing, to help us assess the collection, and to provide other assistance in helping us organize the library for the fall. The work will be done onsite at the MLKSCE in Springfield, MA.
Requirements:
Enrolled in Simmons GSLIS or recent graduate
Familiarity with school libraries
Completion of LIS415, Information Organization
Project Dates, Schedule and Salary:
Starting: July 1, 2013 (preferred but no later than July 9)
Ending: August 16, 2013 or until project completed, if sooner.
Schedule and Hours - Monday through Friday except July 4 - 7:30 to 4 or if working lunch 8 to 4
This collection is comprised of unpublished process materials for the artists' books produced by Ruth Laxson from 1980 to present and unpublished notes for various lectures. These materials show the development of ideas and text, through handwritten and typed research notes, clippings from newspapers, and sketches in pen or pencil on paper. Camera-ready pages show original artwork, color separations and distinct layers of text and image. These include drawings on paper; collages; and ink drawings on acetate, some with colored paper, clipped photographs, or film negatives attached. Test prints include text printed by hand on the letterpress, etchings, some with chine collé, and text/images printed in offset lithography, rubber stamp, or silkscreen. Extra printed pages include some that were not included in the final books. Book mock-ups and binding models show the development of ideas for structure and materials.
Additional materials include 35 mm slides of artwork, biographical scrapbooks, personal and business correspondence, mail art correspondence, articles in published journals, and personal diaries.
INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION:
We are looking for a Library School student (or recent graduate), with experience at the basic level in archival processing, organization, and description, who also has a focus in Art Librarianship and Archives, to work on the processing and organization of the personal archives of Atlanta-based artist Ruth Laxson. The bulk of this archive consists of bookmaking process ephemera and has already been organized and described with its own adapted metadata spreadsheets. However, the more traditional biographical materials in this collection (scrapbooks, correspondence, articles, diaries) are still only minimally processed and in need of more standard organization practices.
DATES:
This unpaid internship could ideally run from July 8 through August 16, 2013 with days/times TBD. If not filled this summer, we could offer one day a week from September 23 through December 6, 2013 with days/times TBD.
HOW TO APPLY:
Please send a cover letter, resume, and contact information for 3 references to:
Laurie Whitehill Chong
Special Collections Librarian/ Curator of Artists' Books
The Metadata and Digital Object Roundtable Steering Committee seeks a qualified graduate student to serve as the MDOR Intern from August 2013-July 2014. To qualify, you must be currently enrolled in a graduate program in library and information science (or a related field).
Internship responsibilities have included coordinating web content submissions, gathering information on SAA annual meeting sessions of interest to MDOR members, and participating in survey development. The MDOR intern also is invited to attend all Steering Committee conference calls and the on-site meeting at the annual conference.
This is a great opportunity to serve the archival community and to participate in the governance of MDOR, one of the largest and most active SAA groups.
If you're interested, please send your graduate school affiliation and a brief description of why you think the MDOR internship would be of interest to you.
Jordon Steele Hodson Curator of the University Archives The Sheridan Libraries Johns Hopkins University 3400 N Charles Street Baltimore, MD 21218 410-516-5493
You can send along your resume, too, but this isn't required. Deadline is Sunday, June 30.
ACQUISITIONS LIBRARIAN REGINA LIBRARY (Full-time, 35 hours per week, 52 weeks per year)
OVERVIEW:
The Acquisitions Librarian will work as part of the Technical Services team and will manage the acquisition of library materials in a variety of formats, will oversee the library's serials subscription list and print serials functions, perform collection development, will act as a library liaison to faculty, provide reference services, and provide some library instruction.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Research requests and order materials using a variety of methods and vendors. Retrieve bibliographic records and attach order records as required. Act as vendor liaison for acquisitions.
Track expenditures and encumbrances in the acquisitions module and monitor outstanding orders to resolve problems. Monitor acquisitions accounts and assist with reconciling acquisitions funds with university budget lines.
Manage and evaluate the library's print and electronic serials subscription list. Claim missing issues from the serial agent monthly. Oversee serials check-in and stacks maintenance performed by support staff and resolve problems. Act as liaison with the serial agent.
Collect and compile statistics pertaining to assigned functions and prepare related administrative reports.
Act as a subject specialist collection development library liaison for one or more content areas, provide some reference desk coverage, and participate in a limited role in library instruction program.
Assist with special library projects and programming and participate with other staff on the library's presence on social media sites. Keep abreast of current developments and trends in the field. Participate in inter- and intra- departmental cross-training.
QUALIFICATIONS:
An MLS from an ALA accredited program. A minimum of one to two years of relevant experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.
Acquisitions experience or experience with purchasing functions preferred. Must be self-directed, well organized, able to meet deadlines and multiple demands and have a high level of commitment to customer service.
The ability and willingness to support the mission of the University, in all daily activities.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Submit a cover letter with salary expectations, resume, and the contact information for 3 professional references to: Human Resources, RIVIER UNIVERSITY, 420 South Main Street, Nashua, NH 03060, or apply online at www.rivier.edu or email jobs@rivier.edu. EOE. No agencies please.
From 2009-2011 a Simmons College GSLIS intern created a database of some 1,800 cultural institutions in Massachusetts, including libraries, town halls, museums, historical societies, etc. for the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners' (MBLC) Connecting to Collections grant. This database has lain dormant for the past two years. COSTEP MA (Coordinated Statewide Emergency Preparedness: Your Emergency Management Partner for Cultural Resources) is planning a series of community meetings and risk assessment/mitigation planning workshops as part of an HMGP [Hazard Mitigation Grant Program] grant from FEMA. To publicize the activities and advertise the meetings and workshops, the database needs to be updated.
Therefore, the MBLC and COSTEP MA are seeking a graduate student with database and conversational skills for an unpaid internship to update this database. This will be a wonderful opportunity to work on database skills and gain a greater knowledge of Massachusetts' institutions. The intern will be based at the MBLC's offices at 98 North Washington Street, Suite 401, Boston, MA and will have access to the tools needed to accomplish the task, including access to a computer, to lists and contacts that already exist, and a telephone. The project is a bit open-ended, as it is not known how long it will take to update the database, but some current lists are available and can be easily checked. However, it does need to be completed in a timely manner, as the community meetings are scheduled to begin this summer and will continue over the next year. We expect that the intern should plan on between six and ten hours a week.
In addition, this internship will also involve developing a statewide database of disaster recovery resource suppliers. Institutions affected by a disaster will need to have access to suppliers, both in their region and elsewhere to address their recovery needs.
Interested students should contact Gregor Trinkaus-Randall, Preservation Specialist at the MBLC and Co-Chair of COSTEP MA at (617) 725-1860 x 236 or (800) 952-7403 x 236 (in-state) or at gregor.trinkaus-randall@state.ma.us. If you call, and there is no answer, please leave a message with contact information, as he is often out of the office on business.
Working closely with the Head of Children's Services and the Branch Librarian will develop and implement a program of 21st services for children, tweens and adults. You will apply your experience and enthusiasm for children's services and seize the opportunity to realize your ideas, dreams and visions for young patrons and their caretakers. As a proactive and supportive member of the neighborhood you will find ways to become an integral part of the community contributing services and resources. Must have experience with new technologies and social media and be technologically fluent with Macs, PC's and digital media creation software.
Must have a minimum two years working full time-time as a professional children's librarian. Must have demonstrated knowledge of children's collections including emerging trends. Must have demonstrated record of effectively managing collection and staffing budgets. Must have experience supervising library staff including mentoring and providing ongoing training as needed. As a creative and optimistic problem solver you will enhance the children's space to be uplifting and inspirational for the children who visit.
Fairfield, Ct. is a beautiful town of 59,000 easily accessible by train to NYC and Boston. MLS required with at least two years children's librarian experience. Salary: $65,726. Benefit package included. Please submit a cover letter and resume to Karen Ronald, Town Librarian, kronald@fplct.org by July 8th.
The MIT Libraries are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic software engineer with a passion for democratizing access to knowledge and scholarship. The software engineer will join a team of developers that provides programming and software analysis support across the MIT Libraries. In addition to providing general software development support on new and existing digital library technology platforms and services, this position will have primary responsibility for developing and maintaining software solutions that advance the Libraries' open access (OA) initiatives.
Reporting to the Head of Software Development and Analysis, the Software Engineer will be responsible for application development and analytical work, from requirements gathering to design, implementation and maintenance of tools, services, and web applications. As a member of the Software Development and Analysis Department, the Software Engineer will work with other developers to develop and maintain the MIT Libraries' digital library infrastructure, including, but not limited to, institutional repositories, digital content management systems, digital archiving systems, and other technology platforms. Additionally, the software engineer will collaborate with external partners and service providers on strategic technology initiatives.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required - Bachelor's degree required. 3+ years of web application development experience in a Unix/Linux environment. Demonstrated proficiency in one or more of the following programming languages: Ruby, Python, Java. Strong working knowledge of XML and JSON. Strong relational database experience. Ability to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities. Flexibility and a collaborative approach to innovation, problem solving, and working across organizational boundaries with technical and non-technical staff. Ability to be productive both independently and in a team environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Preferred - Demonstrated experience with rapid web development frameworks (e.g., Rails, Django). Demonstrated experience with distributed indexing technology (e.g., Apache Solr) and NoSQL data storage systems. Demonstrated proficiency with Javascript and related frameworks (e.g., jQuery). Familiarity with open source repository systems (e.g., DSpace, Fedora). Experience working in a library or academic computing environment.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: $75,000 minimum. Actual salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. MIT offers excellent benefits including a choice of health and retirement plans, a dental plan, and tuition assistance. The MIT Libraries afford a flexible and collegial working environment and foster professional growth of staff with management training and travel funding for professional meetings.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Apply online at: http://hrweb.mit.edu/staffing/. Please include cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin July 8, 2013 will continue until position is filled. MIT is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community and particularly encourages applications from qualified women and minority candidates.
The Haverford College Libraries seeks a motivated, dynamic, accomplished, and strategic leader for the position of Curator of Rare Books and Manuscripts/Head of Special Collections. Reporting to the Librarian of the College, and working closely with the Associate Librarian, the department head will oversee the management of, and participate in the important work of, the College's Special Collections. The Curator of Rare Books and Manuscripts/Head of Special Collections leads the Libraries' efforts to build, maintain, and actively promote its Special Collections in advancement of curricular and co-curricular objectives. The position also supervises, in consultation with the Associate Librarian, the Libraries' preservation program. The individual in this position will oversee the management of the library's archival and records program. He or she will plan, provide, and assess services and policies that make a positive impact both on student learning and public understanding. Curricular and co-curricular goals, as well as the College's mission more broadly, will inform the work of the department head.
The Curator of Rare Books and Manuscripts/Head of Special Collections develops, maintains, and supervises the collections that are unique to Haverford College. These collections include our internationally regarded Quaker Collections, Manuscript and Rare Book Collections, General Photography Collection, Archival Collections, College Archives, and Memorabilia. The individual in this position works with the Curator of Fine Art Photography and the members of the Hurford Center for the Arts and Humanities, as well as with other campus constituencies to provide appropriate storage and collection controls for the College's art and artifact collections. The individual in this position participates in collection development, instruction, reference, and outreach activities.
In the capacity of Curator of Rare Books and Manuscripts, this professional brings extensive specialization in and knowledge of rare books, manuscripts, and ephemera. That specialization will include an in-depth understanding of the history of these and other technologies, broad and strategic collection development, and the engagement of scholars with these materials. The individual in this position will be knowledgeable in the emerging areas of digital scholarship and its intersection with Special Collections holdings, and will foster advancement in these new areas of scholarship. Forward looking and aware of the range of professional standards, as well as emerging scholarly trends, the individual in this position will play a strategic role in advancing the Libraries in meeting the educational mission of the College.
The department head is responsible for articulating a fresh focus for the collections, cultivating new collections and donor relationships, expanding the teaching and research use of the collections, expanding engagement with the academic and general communities, and overseeing print and digital preservation operations. The department head advises the Associate Librarian and the Librarian of the College on the acceptance of special gift collections, and works closely with the Librarian in external advancement efforts. The department head participates in developing and implementing policies and procedures that enhance growth of and access to special collections, working collaboratively to do so with the leaders of the library's research services, digital scholarship and services, acquisitions, and metadata services.
The Curator of Rare Books and Manuscripts/Head of Special Collections will, with a participatory and inclusive style, lead a current staff of 4.5 FTE, student employees, interns, and volunteers, and do so effectively. This professional will collaborate with staff on all levels of the organization to support the provision of library services. A highly productive environment, one characterized by teamwork, respect, collegiality, and integrity, is the goal.
The Position and the College:
Located on a wooded suburban campus less than ten miles from the center of Philadelphia, Haverford College is a highly selective liberal arts institution of approximately 1,175 students and 120 faculty. The Quaker foundation and traditions of the college encourage a respect for the individual and an openness of exchange that make it attractive to intellectually ambitious and socially conscious students. The library staff of 25 offers a supportive environment for self-motivated, team-oriented, creative, committed librarians seeking intellectual and professional growth through involvement in the work of faculty and students. Local Haverford library and information technology resources are substantially augmented by consortial relations with Bryn Mawr and Swarthmore Colleges.
This position affords an excellent opportunity to pursue a career at an outstanding college and in a collaborative, consortially-oriented work environment. The college seeks candidates who take an expansive approach to the work of libraries, to the possibilities afforded by information technologies for achieving the college's goals for student and faculty work, and to the integration of their work with that of other units within the libraries and among the Tri-College libraries. The salary is competitive and comes with generous benefits.
Qualifications:
An ALA-accredited master's degree in Library and Information Science, or a Master of Archival Studies, or an advanced degree in a closely related field. Holders of a master's degree other than the aforementioned must have completed advanced coursework in archival management.
Must have significant experience working with rare books, special collections, and/or archives in a college or university setting. Five years of experience as a supervisor of staff in an archival or special collections setting, including strong experience in leading a special collections or archival program, is required.
To Apply:
Please send a cover letter and résumé to Terry Snyder, Magill Library, Haverford College, 370 Lancaster Avenue, Haverford, Pennsylvania 19041-1392 or by email at tsnyder@haverford.edu. Review of applications will begin on August 16, and will continue until the position is filled. Please direct all questions to Terry Snyder (tsnyder@haverford.edu). Please visit the library's website at www.library.haverford.edu
The position of Visual Resources Cataloger is a part-time, permanent, non-exempt position of up to 18 hours per week providing support to the Visual Resources Librarian in cataloging visual material in the Visual Resources Library. This position reports to the Visual Resources Librarian.
Responsibilities and Duties
Performs all original and copy cataloging of images under the supervision of the Visual Resources Librarian.
Conducts additional research (using resources available in-house) as needed in pursuit of cataloging images.
Works with the following software on a daily basis: FileMaker Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. In addition, the cataloger will be uploading images into CONTENTdm.
Works directly with faculty members when cataloging donated images.
Collaborates in the research and selection process of images for inclusion into the digital images database.
II. Standards of Professionalism
A.Team and Interpersonal skills: Success in this position requires positive relationships with other team members which is inclusive of all staff.
B.Service orientation: Success in this position requires a service-oriented perspective in which, to the greatest extent possible, students and faculty are treated in such a way as to feel valued and well served in their contacts with the school through you.
III. Qualifications
Masters Degree in Library and Information Science required
Knowledge of architecture and other design disciplines preferred
Knowledge of AAT classification system
Familiar with LC classification system
Working knowledge of relational databases desired
IV. Requirements
Must be able to overlap work schedule with the Visual Resources Librarian's schedule.
Must be able to commit to a consistent schedule.
Must be able to speak clearly and understand spoken communication.
Familiarity with the subjects of art and architecture is preferred.
Full time school library teacher beginning September, 2013 at Sheehan School, Westwood, MA.
Full time library media specialist for a K-5 school to cultivate a program that serves students, teachers and administrators and will encourage active, authentic learning vital to helping students become independent and information-literate lifelong learners.
As we approach the one-year anniversary of Hurricane Sandy, train service has been restored to the Rockaways and City beaches have opened for the summer, however many archives, libraries, museums and homes have only just begun to get back to "normal" and others are still a long way away. In the spirit of Archives Week it is appropriate to take time to look back at what happened, what went wrong, what went right, and what can be done differently next time.
The Archivists Round Table of Metropolitan New York, in conjunction with the Center for Jewish History, is organizing a one-day symposium with the aim of bringing together archivists, records managers, librarians, museum professionals, emergency responders, disaster recovery professionals, volunteers and the general public to address how professional and citizen archivists as well as related professionals can both better protect their collections from disaster and also become a resource for the larger community in disaster situations.
Possible areas of interest include, but are not limited to, the following:
Case studies and "lessons learned" from Sandy or other disasters
Protecting personal and family records -- providing outreach to the general public
Continuity of operations and logistics -- how to get back up and running after a disaster
Navigating FEMA and other disaster relief assistance
Preventative care of collections versus post-disaster recovery
Lone arrangers and small shops -- how can small archives band together to help one another?
Using a disaster to advocate within your organization -- making the archive valuable during a disaster
Archivists as volunteers -- fostering a culture of giving and creating a network of archivist volunteers
Disaster planning and recovery on a budget
How archives and cultural institutions fit into the larger emergence response picture, especially post-Katrina.
Keeping up morale, resources and volunteer support weeks and months after a disaster
Disaster planning for born-digital and electronic records
Protecting vital records for both the archive and the larger organization
Archiving disaster -- how does a significant event like 9/11 change the normal retention of records? what is the role of the archivist? how are records appraised?
Man-made versus natural disasters -- the international perspective, especially in areas subject to armed conflict.
Advocating for archives during larger disaster situations when disaster recovery resources and relief are stretched.
Date: Monday, October 7, 2013
Location: Center for Jewish History, New York, NY
All individual presentations will be 20 minutes long (10 page paper).
Submissions must include a title, name of author and institutional affiliation (if applicable), abstract (250 words max) and indication of technological requirements.
Individual papers or entire panel proposals accepted.
Deadline for Proposals: Proposals should be emailed to admin@nycarchivists.org byAugust 1, 2013.
Portland Public Library, Maine's largest public library, is seeking a flexible, forward-looking and collaborative paraprofessional with strong technical and managerial skills to oversee Interlibrary Loan (ILL) Services to patrons, district libraries, and libraries worldwide. This position supervises a complex schedule of part- and full-time employees who perform varied tasks. The volume of activity of ILL services is very high and has been steadily increasing. As such, this position contributes to the dynamic growth of the Library and requires the ability to think on the systems level while maintaining very close attention to detail.
Principal responsibilities include:
1. Organizes and maintains efficient departmental workflow.
2. Supervises and trains ILL staff in departmental procedures and computer systems, including OCLC FirstSearch, Millennium, and Clio.
3. Explains and interprets ILL policies and procedures to area librarians and PPL patrons and staff.
4. Coordinates the implementation of Maine Infonet procedures both internally at Portland Public Library (PPL) and externally with other libraries in the Maine Infonet system; coordinates the activities of WorldCat as it relates to ILL Services.
5. Coordinates maintenance and updating of all ILL technology and office equipment, and online presence.
6. Manages the coordination of PPL's participation in the statewide delivery system.
7. Is responsible for PPL's ARRC services by receiving, interpreting and referring requests from libraries in the Southern Maine Library District.
8. Manages accounts payable and receivables for all ILL transactions.
9. Seeks opportunities for professional development.
10. Participates in special projects, tasks, and other duties as assigned.
11. Participates in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment for fellow staff and library users.
This position requires strong supervisory skills; a high level of ability to adjust to change, use technology efficiently, learn new tools quickly, and function well in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions; excellent customer service skills with a wide and diverse customer base;experience with a variety of ILL tools and processes; and a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent knowledge and experience. This position requires significant time at a computer terminal each day and is called upon to lift boxes weighing up to 25 lbs.
This is a 37.5 hour position with excellent benefits in a supportive and collegial work environment. Annual pay range is mid $30's to $40's.
Interested applicants, please send cover letter and resume to hr@portland.lib.me.us.
Position Open: Upper School Library Assistant (part-time/hourly)
Date Posted: June 2013
Date Available: September 2013
Department: Upper School Library
Reporting to: Upper School Head Librarian
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Application documents:
Your online application as a single Word document should include: cover letter, resume, personal statement, and contact information of references.
Job Summary and Duties: The Library Assistant assists with front desk circulation and library coverage, provides clerical and administrative support including ordering supplies and books, processing new books, and is considered an integral part of the three-person library team including the head librarian and librarian. This is a part-time academic year position of 20 - 25 hours per week in the Upper School Library. The schedule has some flexibility but must include Thursday afternoons from 1:00-5:00 pm.
About BB&N: BB&N, a coeducational day school in Cambridge, MA, was established in 1974 by the merger of two independent schools, the Buckingham School and the Browne & Nichols School, founded respectively in 1889 and 1883. Located on multiple campuses, we work as one School in pursuit of excellence. We celebrate the diversity of our community which enriches our daily experience. At BB&N we foster intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and a deep concern and respect for others.
Qualifications and Performance Expectations: The successful candidate will have at least a Bachelor's degree and some experience working in a high school library and/or working with 14-18 year-olds. The Library Assistant will demonstrate solid competencies, such as: attention to detail; computer skills; the ability to work independently. In addition, the candidate will have demonstrated:
Good organizational skills,
Enjoyment working with students in an educational setting,
Excellent oral and written communication skills,
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues,
High standards of professional conduct,
A good sense of humor.
To Apply:
Please visit https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=5547551 to complete your online application. Upload from your computer your Resume, Cover Letter, Personal Statement and Reference List as a single combined Word Document where it says ATTACH A RESUME (last section of the application). Documents submitted in PDF format are not accepted.
Valdosta State University's Odum Library seeks motivated applicants interested in working with both print and electronic formats. Reporting to the Head of the Acquistions/Serials Department, the Electronic Resources/Serials Librarian is responsible for management and accessibility of serials in all formats, with emphasis on the activation and discoverability of electronic resources.
Minimum Qualifications
•ALA accredited Master of Library Science or equivalent
•Experience working in technical services at an academic library, preferably dealing with electronic resources or serials
•Knowledge of MARC21 formats, LCSH, LCC, AACR2R, LCRI, ANSI/NISO Z39.71, and basic authority control
•Knowledge of serials cataloging, in all formats according to CONSER standards and guidelines
•Strong analytical and organizational skills as well as attention to details
•Ability to function in a collegial, teamwork-oriented environment with a strong service orientation
Preferred Qualifications
•Experience with e-journal management systems (e.g. EBSCO A-to-Z), link resolvers (e.g., SFX), and emerging linked data and semantic Web technologies
•Familiarity with serial maintenance using OCLCs Local Data Management (LDR) system
•Familiarity with FRBR and RDA and LC-PCC PS
•Experience using Ex Libris Voyager Integrated Library
Essential Duties
•Activates and maintains electronic resources in multiple user interfaces.
•Performs original and copy cataloging, processing of serials.
•Maintains accurate holdings and access points.
•Keeps informed of trends and developments in serials management and resource discovery and access
•Serves on Library and University committees
•Demonstrates potential in meeting Library and University requirements for promotion and tenure
Institution: Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners
Job: Director - Search Extended
Duties/Description: Unique opportunity to shape the future of library service for the residents of Massachusetts.
The Board of Library Commissioners, the agency of state government with the statutory authority and responsibility to organize, develop, coordinate and improve library services throughout the Commonwealth, seeks a Director. The Director reports to a governing board of nine commissioners appointed by the Governor. Responsibilities include planning, initiating, organizing, promoting, and evaluating statewide programs of library service; directing and guiding an agency staff of 22; and the administration of an annual budget of $22 million in state funds, $3 million in federal funds, and approximately $20 million in capital public library construction funds. Board administered programs include state aid and construction assistance for public libraries; licensing of electronic resources for use by residents of the Commonwealth; resource sharing and technology services through the Massachusetts Library System, automated networks, and the Library for the Commonwealth; services for Blind and disabled residents; and advisory and continuing education services for librarians and trustees.
Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS and significant library experience of which not less than 5 years have been in an administrative capacity. Desired abilities, skills and knowledge include strong leadership and consensus building skills, demonstrated ability to interact effectively with public officials, the library community and media, excellent communications and public speaking skills and a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of current issues and trends in libraries of all types.
Salary: $77,946 - $118,278 depending on qualifications and experience.
Both paper and electronic submission are required.
Mail paper application to: Director Search Committee Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners 98 North Washington Street, Suite 401 Boston, MA 02114-1913
Email an accessible electronic copy (MS Word) of letter of application and resume to bill.morton@state.ma.us.
We are seeking a talented Reprints Specialist with the desire to provide top notch service to our blue chip reprints clients. In this role you will utilize your strong communication and organization skills along with our industry leading software to provide outstanding service to our clients.
This is a great opportunity for an exceptional recent college grad with a strong desire to work with leading edge software and some of the most highly respected companies from a variety of industries. This position is located in our Wilton, Connecticut headquarters.
Responsibilities
Quote, process and fulfill client e-prints and reprints orders
Master Infotrieve's BRAVO aggregation software
Work closely with publishers to build a strong professional relationship
Provide timely status updates of order requests to clients
Assist in new release testing of our BRAVO aggregation software
Requirements
Bachelor's degree with strong academic performance required, MLIS desired
2 - 4 years experience in professional setting
Customer/client service experience highly desired
Some supervisory experience a plus
Ability to quickly learn new software applications
Strong aptitude for problem solving and exceptional attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to interact on a professional level with customers, publishers, and management
Proficiency in MS Office applications
How to Apply
Please include college transcripts with your resume and send to careers@infotrieve.com . Please reference the position title in the subject line of the e-mail. Please note that Infotrieve does not provide visa sponsorship.
Position: Digital Scholarship Librarian Available: October 1, 2013
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill University Library seeks a creative, forward-thinking, innovative individual for the position of Digital Scholarship Librarian in the Carolina Digital Library and Archives (CDLA) (http://cdla.unc.edu). The Digital Scholarship Librarian will provide sustainable and scalable services within the Library and on campus that facilitate the creation and dissemination of online digital content and new knowledge in digital form, focusing heavily on the humanities disciplines.
The successful candidate will bring a sense of inquisitiveness and strong problem-solving skills to the position, along with an aptitude for strategic thinking and sustainability planning, and a commitment to advancing the state of the art in digital scholarship in the humanities. The Digital Scholarship Librarian will manage a portfolio of digital scholarship (including digital humanities), digital collections, and library technology projects, in close collaboration with faculty, campus partners, and within the Library. Within the Library, the Digital Scholarship Librarian will actively partner with other CDLA staff, subject librarians, and staff from other Library departments such as Library and Information Technology and Special Collections.
The individual in this position will work with department and Library colleagues to grow, enhance, and manage a suite of tools and services that promote sustainable and scalable digital scholarship and digital collections. Activities performed in support of these tools and services may include development and management of faculty digital research projects and library digital collections; teaching workshops on technology tools that support the research process and dissemination of research products; contributing to the design and implementation of library technology infrastructure for digital scholarship; participating in the identification of content and preparing data for ingest into digital repositories in use within the Library using appropriate data processing technologies; working with subject librarians and faculty to bring digital scholarship methods and digital library collections into courses through instruction and other means; engaging with professional and campus initiatives to advance new and emerging modes of digital scholarship and scholarly communication; and assessment and evaluation of campus digital scholarship needs and implemented services and projects. This individual will also keep up with developments in the digital library and digital scholarship fields and strategically apply these developments to his or her own work, and seek ways of sharing that work with others on campus and in the profession.
Qualifications
Required: ALA-accredited master's degree in library or information science or other advanced degree in a humanities field, with coursework in or substantive experience with digital content and digital scholarship issues. Minimum 3 years of experience in developing and managing library digital collections or digital scholarly initiatives that effectively balance immediate needs with sustainability and scalability. Demonstrated technical skills in areas related to digital libraries and digital scholarship, success in matching technical solutions to project needs, and ability to quickly learn new tools and technologies. Keen ongoing awareness of trends in digital libraries and digital scholarship, and willingness to partner with others to manage their application to disciplines of interest. Knowledge of metadata formats commonly used in digital libraries and digital humanities. Substantive record of working collaboratively on digital collections or digital scholarship initiatives. Demonstrated aptitude for learning on the job and creative problem solving. Evidence of ability and desire to engage professionally. Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Preferred: Knowledge of the digital research practices of at least one scholarly discipline, preferably in the humanities. Experience with formal assessment and evaluation methods. Supervisory experience. Experience with development and management of grant projects and budgets.
The University and The Libraries The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is the country's oldest state university. UNC Chapel Hill has an enrollment of approximately 29,000 students, employs more than 3,500 members of the faculty, and offers 69 doctoral degrees as well as professional degrees in dentistry, medicine, pharmacy and law. Library collections include over 6.5 million volumes. The Library is a member of the Association of Research Libraries and the Center for Research Libraries. Together with the libraries at Duke University, North Carolina Central University, and North Carolina State University, the members of the Triangle Research Libraries Network (TRLN) provide services and collections to their students, faculty, and staff in support of the education, research, and service missions of the universities.
The University Library invests proudly in its employees, strives to create a diverse environment of respect and collaboration, and encourages vision and innovation.
The Region The Triangle region is one of the most desirable places to live and work in North America and offers its residents a wide array of recreational, cultural, and intellectual activities. The mountains or the seashore are less than half day's drive from Chapel Hill.
The University of North Carolina is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.
Salary and Benefits This is a twelve-month academic librarian appointment; salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Standard state benefits of annual leave, sick leave, and State or optional retirement plan. At the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, librarians enjoy the benefit of academic status and are members of the faculty council.
Deadline for Application Review of applications will begin on July 10, 2013. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but preference will be given to applications received by the begin review date.
To Apply: Please visit http://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/26626 and complete the online application. Please include a letter of application, a resume and the name, mailing address, email address, and telephone number of three professional references, one of which must be a current supervisor. Additionally, please indicate in your cover letter where you first learned of this position.
The Mashpee Public Library is seeking applicants for part-time Catalogers, $15.60/hr. These positions work up to 19.5 hours/week (evenings and Saturdays may be required).
Minimum Requirements: H.S. Diploma; Bachelor's degree preferred; knowledge of library resources related to cataloging and classification is a plus, or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills; aptitude for working with people. Must successfully pass a C.O.R.I. background check.
Responsibilities: Catalogs, classifies and reclassifies materials for the Collection and enters them into the Integrated Library System (ILS). Updates, enhances and modifies bibliographic and item records in the Library's online catalog as needed. May also provide support at the public service desks.
Apply by: June 24, 2013
Mashpee Town Hall, Human Resources 16 Great Neck Road North Mashpee, MA 02649
The Mashpee Public Library is seeking applicants for part-time Circulation Assistants, $13.88/hr. These positions work up to 19.5 hours/week (evenings and Saturdays may be required).
Minimum Requirements: H.S. Diploma with one year of experience in a Library; or any equivalent combination of education and experience. Must possess excellent customer service and good verbal communication skills, basic clerical and basic computer skills. Must successfully pass a C.O.R.I. background check.
Responsibilities: To provide administrative, technical and clerical support to various library services and programs, and to adopt and provide library technical expertise that complements and expands the availability of library services. May supervise library volunteers.
Apply by: June 24, 2013
Mashpee Town Hall, Human Resources 16 Great Neck Road North Mashpee, MA 02649
The Mashpee Public Library is seeking applicants for a Reference Librarian, $19.67/hr. This position works 37.5 hours/week (evenings and Saturdays may be required).
Minimum Requirements: A Masters degree in Library & Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution is preferred; one to three years of professional and supervisory experience preferred; or any equivalent combination of education or experience. Proficiency with computers and social media is required. Working knowledge of CLAMS policies & practices and Triple III Millennium software is a plus. Must successfully pass a C.O.R.I. background check.
Responsibilities: Responsible for managing and supervising the work of the Reference and Adult Services Departments. Works primarily with adult and young adult patrons including programming, reference and reader's advisory services, collection development and maintenance, outreach and marketing, website maintenance and content creation and grant writing. May supervise Circulation Assistants working at the public service desk.
Apply by: June 24, 2013
Mashpee Town Hall, Human Resources 16 Great Neck Road North Mashpee, MA 02649
Looking for an experienced collection development librarian to assist with a summer project on a full-time basis, starting July 1st for approximately 6-8 weeks.
Identify high-quality resources for professional special library
Prepare data for import to database
Prepare Excel reports of collection lists
Experience with collection development within the Sciences a plus, but not a requirement to apply
Candidate must be available to work approximately 40 hours per week; schedule is flexible and at least some of the work must be done from our Boston office.
Compensation: $15-20/hour (commensurate with experience)
Harvard Faculty Finder (HFF) (http://facultyfinder.harvard.edu) is a new website that enables a search and browse interface to all Harvard faculty. It links together databases across Harvard University, including its Human Resources database, the Harvard OnLine Library Information System (HOLLIS), Thomson Reuters Web of Science (WoS), the Harvard Course Catalog, and many others. In order to improve the HFF web interface and make HFF a more useful tool for data mining and analytics, we seek a student intern to assist us in an ongoing project to create a taxonomy for HFF. Specific tasks include: (1) Matching terms in different taxonomies that already exists for some of the source databases for HFF. For example, journal articles in WoS are classified by subject areas (e.g., "Chemistry, Organic"), while books in HOLLIS are assigned Library of Congress call numbers (e.g., "QD241-441 Organic Chemistry"). (2) Reviewing computationally generated taxonomies. Using data mining algorithms applied to the content within HFF, we automatically created preliminary discipline-specific taxonomies for Harvard faculty. Manual review is needed to flag concepts/keywords that are inappropriate and to compare the taxonomies to similar ones developed by certain departments at Harvard. (3) Identifying errors in HFF's name disambiguation algorithms. HFF automatically attempts to match publications and other content to the correct faculty. Taxonomies can help discover possibly incorrect matches, such as an article in a medical journal being matched to a professor in the Music department. Similarly, unexpected matches that are actually correct can be used to improve the taxonomies.
Creating a taxonomy of scholarship at Harvard
Harvard Faculty Finder (HFF) (http://facultyfinder.harvard.edu) is a new website that enables a search and browse interface to all Harvard faculty. It links together databases across Harvard University, including its Human Resources database, the Harvard OnLine Library Information System (HOLLIS), Thomson Reuters Web of Science (WoS), the Harvard Course Catalog, and many others.
In order to improve the HFF web interface and make HFF a more useful tool for data mining and analytics, we seek a student intern to assist us in an ongoing project to create a taxonomy for HFF. Specific tasks include: (1) Matching terms in different taxonomies that already exists for some of the source databases for HFF. For example, journal articles in WoS are classified by subject areas (e.g., "Chemistry, Organic"), while books in HOLLIS are assigned Library of Congress call numbers (e.g., "QD241-441 Organic Chemistry"). (2) Reviewing computationally generated taxonomies. Using data mining algorithms applied to the content within HFF, we automatically created preliminary discipline-specific taxonomies for Harvard faculty. Manual review is needed to flag concepts/keywords that are inappropriate and to compare the taxonomies to similar ones developed by certain departments at Harvard. (3) Identifying errors in HFF's name disambiguation algorithms. HFF automatically attempts to match publications and other content to the correct faculty. Taxonomies can help discover possibly incorrect matches, such as an article in a medical journal being matched to a professor in the Music department. Similarly, unexpected matches that are actually correct can be used to improve the taxonomies.
Established in 1980, Bibliomation is the largest member-driven, non-profit Library Consortium in Connecticut that provides technological and automation support to over 60 public libraries and 20 K-12 schools.
Bibliomation has a proud history of helping its members provide quality library service to their users. At its core, Bibliomation's mission is to provide libraries and other educational institutions with state-of-the-art computer and IT services that will allow libraries to be better able to efficiently and effectively serve their local communities and to increase resource sharing statewide.
Some of Bibliomation's services include: Evergreen, an open source integrated library system; cooperative purchase of commercial databases; a shared and expanding e-book and audio book collection; LAN/WAN network architecture; telecommunications support; local PC hardware and software installation; and help desk support.
The organization is supported primarily through member assessments and has an operating budget of approximately $2M and a professional staff of 16.
THE POSITION
The Chief Executive Officer serves as Bibliomation's chief professional officer and is responsible for the leadership, management, and growth of the organization. S/he will focus on strategic planning, annual budget development, and implementation and evaluation of all operations in conjunction with the Board of Directors.
The Chief Executive Officer reports to and is accountable to the organization's Board of Directors for providing leadership and strategic direction toward achievement of Bibliomation's goals and vision. The Board is seeking a seasoned executive who will provide a creative framework for expanding Bibliomation services into new markets. With the support of a dedicated and seasoned staff, the Board seeks a chief executive skilled at diversifying and maximizing an organization's revenue stream. Integral to the CEO's success will be his/her ability to be entrepreneurial, see business trends, and be pro-active in creating opportunities for growth.
Professional leadership is an integral component of the position. The CEO is expected to be a leader and resource to the Board and staff in addressing Bibliomation's opportunities and challenges. The CEO must be a strong communicator in groups and with individuals, able to interpret issues clearly, and effectively persuade others in a manner that leads to agreement and action. Furthermore the CEO must possess a strong level of political savviness in order to navigate the public school, public library and county/city government environment in which Bibliomation does business.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Organizational Leadership
Provide leadership and management for staff and board in the development and implementation of Bibliomation's plans. Set goals and strategy with staff. Review and evaluate progress and implementation with Board and staff.
Develop, implement, and monitor conformance with an annual budget and work plan.
Ensure the sound financial management of the organization and oversee the preparation of reports, records and other documentation as requested by the Board that present the progress and status of Bibliomation's plan and activities.
Recruit, motivate, deploy, and supervise a staff that can effectively carry out the organization's mission.
Revenue Development
Proactively and continually work with the Board to develop and implement a plan that will diversify the organization's revenue stream.
Public Outreach
Provide leadership for the cultivation of new member libraries and other collaborative partnerships.
Ensure that the organization's story, message, and program success are effectively developed and disseminated to the general community with the objective of sustaining the momentum for growth.
Board & Volunteer Development
Work effectively with the Board and other volunteer leaders and committees to efficiently manage their efforts.
Attend all board meetings and ensure that meetings are properly arranged, organized, and conducted productively.
Serve as professional advisor and resource to the Board in all areas of programs, technology, finance, policy, and governance.
Ensure that the Board is properly advised on organizational challenges and threats as well as opportunities.
Together with the Board President, recommend the composition of Board committees and task forces.
Serve as an ex officio member of all Board committees.
QUALIFICATIONS
At least 6 years progressive senior level management and organizational leadership experience.
Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, leadership technique, human behavior and performance, and coordination of people and resources.
An appreciation and fundamental understanding of computer and information technology.
Strong leadership skills with a philosophy and style that encourages creativity, growth, collaboration, problem solving, open communication, and accountability.
Ability to think strategically and creatively in pro-actively developing new programmatic opportunities as the marketplace dictates.
Proven ability to be personally involved in building and diversifying revenue streams.
Proven effectiveness in serving as a spokesperson and representative with elected officials, government agency leaders, funders, business leaders, and other stakeholders.
Strong leadership skills with a philosophy and style that encourages creativity, growth, collaboration, problem solving, open communication, and accountability.
Track record of strong partnering with a Board of Directors
Financial management experience (budget development and management).
Ability to manage a team of highly skilled and motivated professional staff.
Bachelor's degree required. While a Master of Library Science is preferred, it is not a requisite.
A creative and skillful professional able to motivate others and instill a positive work ethic.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Compensation
Salary is in the $100k range with an attractive benefit package.
Applications
Applications will be accepted through July 19, 2013. All applications should be sent to: CEOSearch@biblio.org. Representatives will be attending this year's American Library Association (ALA) Conference in Chicago at the end of June. If you would be available for an interview at ALA please include that information on your cover letter.
St. Lawrence University seeks an innovative, creative and service-oriented colleague as our next Science Librarian. Reporting to the Director of Libraries, the Science Librarian oversees the Launders Science Library, supervises the Science Library staff, manages the collections and is the primary liaison to students, faculty and staff in the sciences. Activities include outreach to science departments regarding resources, services, and spaces, providing in-depth reference and research consultation services and creating and presenting library instruction in disciplinary research.
The successful candidate will work well in a collegial and team environment and will possess strong communication, interpersonal and teaching skills. While the primary area of focus is in support of the sciences, the Science Librarian is also part of a multi-disciplinary team of librarians which engages in the development of library policies, goals and procedures and serves as a resource to the campus on evolving patterns of scholarly publishing, including open access initiatives and the management of scientific data.
The University Libraries support physical and virtual presences, strive to maintain a high level of resourcefulness, responsiveness, and reliability with regard to the academic needs of students and faculty, and proactively seek to engage with students and faculty on existing and emerging technologies, programs, and initiatives.
Qualifications:
The successful candidate for this 12-month position must have an ALA-accredited MLS degree or equivalent.
Demonstrated experience with or course work in using and supporting e-science resources and library and information technologies (e.g., bioinformatics, GIS, data curation, institutional repositories, content management systems) and knowledge of trends in scholarly communication are required.
Undergraduate or advanced degree in the sciences or related research experience is preferred.
One to two years of academic library experience is preferred.
The anticipated start date of this position is August 1. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume, along with the names and contact information of three references to: Search Committee, Owen D. Young Library, St. Lawrence University, 23 Romoda Drive, Canton, NY 13617 or send via email to toreilly@stlawu.edu.
Located in Canton, N.Y., St. Lawrence University is a coeducational, private, independent liberal arts institution of about 2,300 students. The educational opportunities at St. Lawrence inspire students and prepare them to be critical and creative thinkers, to find a compass for their lives and careers, and to pursue knowledge and understanding for the benefit of themselves, humanity and the planet. Through its focus on active engagement with ideas in and beyond the classroom, a St. Lawrence education leads students to make connections that transform lives and communities, from the local to the global. For additional information about St. Lawrence, please visit SLU's homepage at http://www.stlawu.edu.
The George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, seeks applications and nominations for the position of Department Chair for Special and Area Studies Collections. The successful candidate will be a forward thinking leader who is knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the changing nature of librarianship for special collections and area studies collections. Reporting to the Associate Dean for Scholarly Resources and Research Services, this position is a key member of the Library team, ensuring organizational effectiveness, efficiency, and development of policies for library operations.
The Department Chair for Special and Area Studies Collections is a tenure track library position which will provide leadership, strategic vision and direction for the department by blending traditional academic library practices with innovation to expand collections and usage, redesign spaces, and increase available resources. The Chair works collaboratively with departmental colleagues to assess strengths and weaknesses in the various collections, to determine priorities, to establish policies, and to develop departmental service plans that enhance andsupport the academic mission of the University.
The library encourages staff participation in reaching management decisions and consequently the Chair of Special and Area Studies Collections will serve on various committees and teams. To support all students and faculty and foster excellence in a diverse and global society, the Chair will be expected to include individuals of diverse backgrounds, experiences, races, ethnicities, genders, and perspectives in work activities. The Chair, Special and Area Studies Collectionswill pursue professional development opportunities, including research, publication, and professional service activities in order to meet library-wide criteria for tenure and promotion.
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. Applicants from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities and disabled persons, are especially encouraged to apply.
The search will remain open until filled, and review of applications will begin on November 1, 2012. Interested candidates should follow the application procedures outline on the Position Vacancy Announcement at:http://web.uflib.ufl.edu/pers/FacultyPositions.html.
All inquiries and submissions of required application materials should be sent to Bonnie J. Smith, Smathers Libraries Human Resources Office, at: bonniesmith@ufl.edu.
The Indiana University Bloomington Libraries are seeking an experienced music cataloger for the position of Head of Music Library Cataloging for the William and Gayle Cook Music Library. Reporting to the Head of Technical Services, Cook Music Library, the librarian will serve as head music cataloger and will catalog books, scores, and recordings, as well as other materials in various languages and formats.
Founded in 1820, Indiana University Bloomington has grown from a small state seminary into the flagship campus of a great public university with over 42,000 students and almost 3,000 faculty. Innovation, creativity, and academic freedom are hallmarks of IU Bloomington and its world-class contributions in research and the arts. The campus covers over 1,800 wooded acres and is distinctive for both its park-like beauty and an architectural heritage inspired by local craftsmanship in limestone.
The Indiana University Bloomington Libraries (http://www.libraries.iub.edu) are among the leading academic research library systems in North America, having recently been named the top university library by the Association of College and Research Libraries. The IUB Libraries provide strong collections, quality service and instructional programs, and leadership in the application of information technologies. The collections support every academic discipline on campus and include more than 6.6 million books, journals, maps, films, and audio/visual materials in over 900 languages. Users can access more than 400 databases, 43,000 electronic journals, and 224,000 electronic books, as well as locally developed digital content.
The IUB Libraries are active members of regional and national associations and consortia including the Committee on Institutional Cooperation (CIC), the Association of Research Libraries (ARL), the Digital Library Federation (DLF), and is a founding member of HathiTrust, a shared digital repository. IU is the principal investigator for Kuali Open Library Environment (OLE) and is working with academic library partners to develop a next generation open source library management system.
The Indiana University Jacobs School of Music is widely respected as one of the world's most comprehensive institutions for musical studies. Central to this program is a faculty of 140 full-time teachers and scholars and a select student body. The facilities of the Jacobs School of Music include seven buildings housing offices and studios, practice rooms, choral and instrumental rehearsal rooms, three recital halls, the Musical Arts Center, and the William and Gayle Cook Music Library.
The Cook Music Library is recognized nationally as one of the finest in the United States. It occupies a four-floor 55,000 square foot facility and features state-of-the-art technology. The collections number more than 600,000 items. The staff includes six librarians, two professional staff, eight clerical staff, and approximately 10.5 FTE student assistants.
Indiana University offers a highly competitive Music Librarianship Specialization program, which combines the instructional and professional training resources of the School of Library and Information Science, the Jacobs School of Music, and the Cook Music Library.
RESPONSIBILITIES
The Head of Music Library Cataloging supervises five FTE staff, including two librarians, two support staff, and hourly student assistants. Develops and documents music cataloging procedures and policies in keeping with current national standards and local Indiana University Libraries practice. Catalogs books, scores, manuscripts, dissertations, electronic resources, sound recordings, scores and parts in the collections of the Performing Ensembles Division, and other monographic materials.
Oversees preservation, labeling, and binding of library materials, and communicates with the commercial bindery serving the IU Libraries. Serves as liaison to the Herman B Wells Library central technical services department, and represents the interests of the Cook Music Library on the IO Cataloging Congress, a group that shares information and sets policy across multiple cataloging agencies on the IU Bloomington and regional campuses. Takes an active role in meetings of the Cook Music Library staff. Participates in appropriate professional development, continuing education, professional service, and research activities. Other duties as assigned.
Remains current with the constantly changing body of music cataloging rules and interpretations, including AACR2, RDA, MARC 21, LCSH, and LC classification. Participates in national cooperative cataloging initiatives: OCLC National Level Enhance, BIBCO, and the NACO Music Project. Maintains a leadership role in the appropriate music cataloging forums at the national, regional and local levels.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
ALA-accredited MLS
Bachelor's degree in music
Skill in original cataloging of scores and sound recordings
Bibliographic knowledge of Western European languages, particularly German, French, Italian, and Spanish
Broad knowledge of musical repertoire
Demonstrated interest and participation in cataloging and music library matters at the regional and national levels
Evidence of ability to plan, analyze, and solve problems creatively both independently and in groups
Strong oral and written communication skills
3-5 years full-time, post-MLS music cataloging experience
Must be able to meet the requirements of a tenure-track librarian position
Demonstrated supervisory experience
Preferred:
Advanced degree in music
Familiarity with metadata standards for music materials
Evidence of professional service and/or research activity in the field of music cataloging
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and education; benefits include a university healthcare plan, university-funded base retirement plan, a 100% university paid group life insurance plan, and a generous paid time off plan. This is a tenure-track academic appointment that includes eligibility for sabbatical leaves. For a full list of benefit programs, please refer to the following resources:
Review of applications will begin July 12, 2013, and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications must be received prior to July 26, 2013. Please send letter of application, professional vita, and the names/addresses/telephone numbers of four references to:
Jennifer Chaffin Director of Human Resources Libraries Human Resources Herman B Wells Library 201B Indiana University Bloomington, IN 47405 Phone: 812-855-8196 Fax: 812-855-2576 Email: libpers@indiana.edu
Millennium is seeking a project coordinator to join their Commercial Operations group. The project coordinator would be responsible for the management, integrity and maintenance of Commercial dept's Customer Master, Customer Relationship Management system and alignment with data warehouse. He/she will support ongoing data quality initiatives for the organization. Candidate will work with Commercial Operations, the field sales force and IT to update classifications and designations of professionals, organizations and affiliations. This includes data entry, updates, research and records reconciliation. Candidates must possess a determined attitude towards ensuring data accuracy with strong attention to detail and a hard work ethic. The ideal candidate is a team oriented person with a goal driven attitude.
• Day to day management of commercial operations customer master and customer relationship management system • Conduct data cleanup activities to ensure integrity of data • Work with IT, Commercial Operations and the sales force to update and cleanse customer database • Research customer data using data bases and the internet • Assist in data cleanup projects and matching/merging of data
Qualifications: MSL desired, but those working towards an MSL can also apply.
The University of Louisville Libraries seeks a service-oriented librarian interested in working in an entry level position at a hospital library managed by the Kornhauser Health Sciences Library. This is a 12-month, term faculty position, renewable annually with full benefits.
Responsibilities: Work independently in a solo librarian hospital library. Maintain the daily operations of the Rowntree Medical Library located at the University Hospital. Supervise one full-time staff person. Provide reference assistance including literature searches. Provide clinical librarianship services in the hospital setting such as literature searches, promotion and orientation to clinical information tools such as DynaMed. Serve on hospital and university committees as appropriate. Participate in and collaborate with hospital units on educational programs for clinical personnel such as grand rounds or morning report. Supervise interlibrary loan and photocopy services for hospital and university personnel. Provide collection development and serials and monographs. Assist patrons with the use of library computers. Maintain and update hospital library web pages. Maintain statistics as needed. The position reports to the Director of Kornhauser Health Sciences Library.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Masters degree from an ALA accredited institution • Library reference experience • Excellent organizational skills • Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills • Ability to work independently and also collaboratively with other faculty and staff
Preferred Qualifications: • Experience in a health sciences or hospital library • Health sciences reference experience • Experience with clinical librarianship or evidence-based practice methods • Experience in the clinical setting • Supervisory experience • Experience using biomedical and evidence based information tools such as PubMed, CINAHL, or TripDatabase.com • Health sciences background • Additional graduate degree or certification in a health sciences or health-related discipline
The initial faculty rank will be instructor. Salary of the successful candidate will depend upon experience and professional achievements. The University Libraries offer a comprehensive benefits package and annual vacation of 22 working days.
The University Libraries, a member of the Association of Research Libraries, values its collaborative efforts both within the university and among other organizations. The University of Louisville (http://louisville.edu) is a Carnegie Research/High university and recipient of the Carnegie Community Engagement classification for Curricular Engagement & Outreach and Partnerships. The University has a national reputation for its high-quality undergraduate programs; over twenty nationally recognized research, graduate, and professional programs; 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students; and a strong commitment to the community in which it resides. UofL is located in the state's largest urban area.
The city of Louisville (http://www.loukymetro.org/) offers hospitality, warmth and smaller city advantages like shorter commutes and lower cost of living alongside major city amenities like world-class performing arts, great sports, incredible dining and a nationally-acclaimed parks system.
Applications received by July 15, 2013 are given full consideration in the initial screening. The position will remain open until filled. Applicants must apply at https://highereddecisions.com/uofl/current_vacancies.asp and attach a CV, letter of interest detailing your familiarity, aptitude, and/or experience with the required and desired qualifications, and the name, address, phone number and e-mail address of three references.
Please direct questions to: Neal Nixon Director, Kornhauser Health Sciences Library University of Louisville Louisville, KY 40292 502.852.5775 nixon@louisville.edu
The Town of Wellesley is looking for a part-time Library Assistant to work 28 - 35 hours per week at the Wellesley Free Library.The Library Assistant is responsible for the performance of specific support activities in the Technical Services Department.
The incumbent's primary responsibility is to perform work that is clerical and technical in nature in accordance with established Departmental practices and procedures. Duties include processing new collection materials, entering and updating information in the Library's online catalog, periodicals check-in, shelving and maintenance, performing materials repairs and sorting and distributing mail.
The position requires a High School diploma or equivalent, basic computer skills, effective interpersonal and communication skills, excellent accuracy and attention to detail. Preferred: one year of library experience; prior experience using Innovative Interfaces Millennium library system for serials check-in and processing and/or experience working in a library's technical services department; and familiarity with processing media materials.
Submit a cover letter and resume to the Human Resources Department, 525 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA 02482 or e-mail as a Word or PDF document to hr@wellesleyma.gov by July 1, 2013.
Library Archivist/Assistant Professor University of Tennessee Health Sciences Library
Responsible for developing, managing, preserving and enhancing access to the UT Health Sciences Historical Collections and archives; appraises, arranges, and catalogs archival materials; daily development, operation and maintenance of the archives, online database records, and related archives activities; provides reference and outreach services.
Graduate degree from a program accredited by the ALA; at least two years experience with archival collections in an academic library.
The South Portland School Department is hiring a certified library media specialist for the position of "Library Information Integrator" at Memorial Middle School.
We are seeking an individual to teach information literacy, in collaboration with staff, via projects tied to the 6-8 curriculum. The L.I.I. will provide oversight for the Memorial Middle School library, implement traditional literacy programs, and integrate technology across all content areas.
The application deadline is June 25th.
Proper certification required. Maine 071 certification preferred
The Head of Research and Instruction Services is a member of the Libraries' executive management team and plays a shared leadership role in the library-wide policy making and in the overall development and assessment of library services. The primary responsibility of the Head of Research and Instruction Services will be to provide leadership and direction to implement a key Libraries' strategic goal: In partnership with faculty, the Dean's office, and other College departments, we will actively pursue strategies to strengthen and expand the educational impact of Library and Educational Technology programs.
To accomplish this, the Head of Research and Instruction Services will promote a dynamic, collegial work environment that fosters creativity and experimentation in the delivery of teaching, learning and engagement activities across all library departments, including the branch libraries. He/she will directly supervise three Research Librarians (Coordinator of Research and Instruction; Research, Instruction, and Outreach Librarian; and Reference Librarian) and the heads of the three branch libraries (Fenwick Music Library, O'Callahan Science Library, and the Worcester Art Museum Library).
Specific duties he/she will coordinate include the library role in Montserrat, selected collection development activities, coordination of our virtual reference participation with the other AJCU libraries, and ongoing assessment of programs and services. He/she will serve as liaison to one or more academic departments and will participate in facilities planning with an eye towards emerging practices which enable the design and creation of learning environments.
QUALIFICATIONS
An ALA (American Library Association) accredited MLS (Masters Library Science); second Master's degree preferred. Minimum of five years of increasingly complex and responsible experience managing staff, projects, and public services programs in an academic library. Excellent oral and written skills, demonstrated ability to inspire, mentor and develop staff at all levels, demonstrated pedagogical skills, and thorough knowledge of technical tools and conventions that enhance user scholarly productivity and engagement.
New York University Libraries seeks a creative and service-oriented Global Services Librarian (GSL) to coordinate the development, expansion and delivery of library services that support research, teaching and learning at the NYU Global Academic Centers. Reporting to the Director of Public Services, this new position works collaboratively with colleagues across NYU Libraries and select NYU administrative units to design and sustain a suite of global library services that enhance access to library instruction, services and resources and capitalize on emerging technologies.
New York University has established itself as a Global Network University, a multi-site, organically connected network encompassing key global cities and idea capitals. The network has three degree-granting portal campuses - New York, Shanghai, and Abu Dhabi - complemented by 11 additional academic centers across five continents. Faculty and students circulate within the network in pursuit of common research interests and cross-cultural, interdisciplinary endeavors, both local and global. The campuses in New York, Abu Dhabi, and Shanghai have full service libraries; the 11 academic centers have a variety of smaller library-like facilities and services. All are supported by the NYU Division of Libraries.
Working in a collaborative environment the Global Services Librarian is responsible for developing, coordinating, promoting and evaluating a program of instructional, consultation, and research support services to faculty, students and staff in the NYU Global Academic Centers. The Global Services Librarian ensures that the library instruction and curricular support needs of global education students and faculty are being served. The librarian works with colleagues and global network staff to identify needs, implement and enhance programs and services, and takes a leadership role on projects and initiatives as appropriate. Based in New York, this is a multi-year, non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Librarian of Practice.
Responsibilities:
Collaborate with faculty, library staff and departments to develop and/or promote a suite of global library services
Coordinate support and participation in global services delivery from throughout the library
Serve as the initial contact for questions and trouble-shooting related to global library services; coordinate and monitor resolution
Coordinate the provision of formal and informal instruction/orientation sessions for the global academic center faculty and students
Design, develop, and coordinate workshops and online training to faculty and staff at the smaller global sites in the use of library resources and services to support teaching and learning
Develop and maintain library web content, LibGuides, instructional materials for global library services
Leverage technology to provide global library services, including instruction and orientation, and asynchronous and synchronous delivery
Develop outreach, informational and promotional materials about global library services
Maintain and develop working relationships with the Directors and staff at the global academic centers
Serve as the library liaison to campus units involved with global education and services
Evaluate and assess the success and impact of global library services
Required Qualifications:
ALA-accredited master's degree
Three years (minimum) public service experience in an academic library, including reference, instruction, access services or collection development
Demonstrated public service orientation and knowledge of user needs for teaching, learning, and research
Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a complex organization
Creative, service-oriented approach to problem solving
High degree of facility with technologies and systems in academic library and information services, instruction, and research services
Ability to lead and complete projects in a team environment
Demonstrated skill in teaching in both face to face and online environments
Preferred Qualifications:
Record of professional activities, including research and engagement in professional organizations
Experience in a research university library
Experience working in a culturally diverse environment
Prior international experience
Experience with course management systems
Knowledge of copyright and fair use
Libraries at New York University serve the school's 40,000 students and faculty and contain more than 5 million volumes. The Libraries supports NYU's vision to become the first true Global Network University by collaborating and providing services to our global academic centers and "portal campuses" in Abu Dhabi and Shanghai. New York University Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the OCLC Research Library Partnership, and the HathiTrust. The Libraries participates in a variety of consortia and collaborates closely with Columbia University Libraries and the New York Public Library through the Manhattan Research Library Consortium. For the NYU Libraries Mission and Strategic Plan go to http://library.nyu.edu/about/Strategic_Plan.pdf
Salary/Benefits: Attractive benefits package including five weeks annual vacation. Salary commensurate with experience and background.
This is a multi-year, non-tenure track faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Librarian of Practice.
To Apply: To ensure consideration, send resume and letter of application, including the name, address and telephone number of three references to: Enrique Yanez, Director, Human Resources, New York University Libraries, 70 Washington Square South, New York, NY 10012 or via email to jobs@library.nyu.edu. Please include where you heard about this position. The search will remain open until filled.
Rauner Special Collections Library at Dartmouth College seeks an outgoing, service-focused, and efficient Reference Specialist who will provide both on-site and off-site reference service, monitor the Reading Room, and assist users with the handling of special collections materials. In addition to these primary areas of responsibility, the Reference Specialist will oversee aspects of Rauner's copy services, maintain statistical information related to both materials usage and copy services, and perform other duties as assigned. The ideal candidate will have some experience working in a library and with rare or fragile materials.
This position is part-time (20 hrs/wk) and requires a bachelor's degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Qualified candidates must have a strong commitment to helping researchers and a demonstrated ability to work effectively in a public services environment, excellent oral and written communication skills, the ability to work discreetly with sensitive or confidential materials, the ability to work independently and collaboratively, and a commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse community. They must also be able to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 50 lbs.
For more information and to apply online, go to http://searchjobs.dartmouth.edu. Please refer to position #1011591. Review of applications will begin on July 8, 2013. Dartmouth College conducts background checks.
CONNECTICUT COLLEGE, a highly selective private liberal arts college, located in the historic seaport of New London, seeks an experienced librarian to provide instructional and research resources and develop and initiate activities to integrate information literacy into the curriculum at the College. This position will also provide reference services for the faculty, students, scholars and other patrons, supporting their instructional and scholarly needs.
S/he will provide professional leadership in the design, provision and use of library materials; assist, advise and instruct faculty and students in the access and use of scholarly information; liaison to social science academic departments providing research instruction and discipline-specific reference assistance to faculty and students within the departments; develop library print and digital instructional materials; collaborate with faculty and colleagues to plan sessions for course-integrated library instruction and develop supporting materials and guides; participate in the planning and organization and development/promotion of the government documents collection; maintain statistics and prepare reports for federal and state document programs; lead and participate in projects and initiatives in support of research and instruction services; contribute to the library profession through scholarship, participation in professional associations, and other forms of service.
Masters degree in library or information studies from an accredited institution with 3-5 years of relevant experience required; advanced subject degree desirable. Must have the ability to build and sustain key relationships with faculty, students and professional colleagues; excellent understanding of trends affecting academic librarianship; demonstrated knowledge of the changes in government publication practices, specifically when working with digital government materials; computer skills in the use of an integrated library system, information databases and standard productivity software; some weekend and evening reference hours may be required on occasion.
Thorough applicant credentialing, including criminal records check will be conducted on the selected applicant. Forward resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references to humanresources@conncoll.edu (include RESLIB and full name in the subject line). Accepting applications until 5:00 pm on July 5, 2013.
Posting Date: 6/10/2013 Duration: To start immediately. Position continues through October 31, 2013. Salary: $15-$20/hr (based on experience). Hours: 25 hours a week (flexible.)
Simmons Technology seeks a detail-oriented, web-literate project assistant to support the migration of courses from eLearning (Blackboard) to Simmons Moodle. This position will report to the LMS Project Manager, and will have the following responsibilities in assisting Technology, Simmons Online, and Faculty migrate to Moodle:
Duties: ● Basic cleanup of migrated courses in Moodle ● Rebuilding of eLearning course pages, quizzes, and activities in Simmons Moodle ● File migration and management ● HTML triage ● Documentation of migration activities ● Performing activities related to usability testing, troubleshooting, and other areas both as needed and relating to the applicant's interests and expertise
Requirements: ● Excellent organizational and communication skills ● Close attention to detail ● Web literacy and basic HTML knowledge ● Demonstrated professional or academic experience working with content on the web ● Ability to follow instructions and think critically in an online environment ● Graduate student in good standing with a graduation date no earlier than December 2013.
Preferred: ● Experience working with Blackboard Vista and/or Moodle
Systems Librarian for Public Services: Library Connection, Inc., a consortium of one academic and 26 public libraries, seeks an experienced individual to serve as a Systems Librarian for Public Services at its office in Windsor, CT. This staff member will initially manage the consortium's migration to a new ILS. After the migration is complete, the position will transition into a full time Systems Librarian for Public Services.
Migration Manager duties include planning, scheduling, and managing all aspects of the migration: database cleanup; simplifying and standardizing data categorization; accommodating transaction and fee data; data extraction; consortium and library staff training; testing and quality assurance; customization of library patron interfaces; and new member migration.
System Librarian for Public Services duties include working with member libraries, committees, vendors, and Library Connection staff to support and enhance our shared Integrated Library System; troubleshooting, developing and enhancing system capabilities and consortia functionality that further consortium goals. This individual must possess general knowledge of all modules of an integrated library system. Familiarity with web development tools and the ability to write or modify scripts and programs is preferred.
MLS or MLIS and 5 years experience required. See the complete job description for full requirements. Salary range is $60,000-$80,000. Applications, along with three references, should be submitted to gchristian@libraryconnection.info. Applications will be accepted through July 1, 2013.
Babson College seeks an enthusiastic and collaborative Assistant Manager, Access Services to hire, schedule, train, and evaluate the Student Information Assistants. The Assistant Manager is responsible for coordinating and participating in the training of student employees. In addition, the Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting in the operation of the Horn Library Information Desk and provides basic reference assistance to library's customers using a variety of print and electronic resources.
Key Responsibilities:
• Hires, schedules, and evaluates 20-35 student employees. Maintains organizational tools to manage student employees, particularly Blackboard.
• Coordinates and participates in training Student Information Assistants in circulation/reserves procedures as well as training in library resources. Delivers both online and in-person training modules.
• Participates in and coordinates the activities of Student Information Assistants to perform stacks maintenance functions. Evaluates and recognizes student performance.
• Supervises the operation of Horn Library Information Desks.
• Provides basic reference assistance with research in all formats and media to students, faculty, alumni, local business people, and residents using library resources. Refers to instructional librarians if necessary.
• Communicates and enforces library policies and procedures to students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Troubleshoots and performs maintenance and minor repairs of A/V equipment and computer hardware. Coordinates complex repairs with the appropriate person within ITSD, taking ownership until resolution, and communicates as needed with members of the Access Services department.
• Checks in/out and renews library materials, registers patrons, and collects fines using automated system (Millennium).
• Participates in the course reserves workflow as necessary.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as required.
Performs circulation duties including processing reserves, interlibrary loan requests, and registering patrons for new library cards. Assists patrons with locating materials, conducting computer research, and downloading e-books and e-audio materials on a variety of devices. Assist staff with developing and coordinating programs for different user groups.
Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of library principles, procedures, and reference sources. Strong Computer, e-book and e-audio downloading, and Internet skills.
Customer Service;
Ability to effectively interact with all members of the public in a courteous and tactful manner; ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with coworkers.
Education: Currently enrolled in an MLS program. Work schedule: June-August - 16 hours a week.
Please email cover letter and resume to: Elaine Barrie, Director ebarrie@cwmars.org
Technical Services Assistant for Cataloging, REGIS COLLEGE LIBRARY
Responsible for cataloging the library's material for all collection types.
Major Job Responsibilities:
Copy catalogs incoming books and media into collection database; designates call numbers and collection types; prioritizes the workflow, working closely with Acquisitions. Adds, maintains, and updates serial records within the online catalog.
Attaches Regis College Library holdings to matching record in Minuteman Library Consortium collection database; tracks the current location of each item in Millennium as it progresses through cataloging and processing.
Post checks processed materials in the Millennium database, making final edits to each item's permanent location prior to sending the material to Circulation for shelving.
Assists with the maintenance of the Library's holdings in the Millennium and OCLC bibliographic databases; edits records in Millennium as needed, adds volumes, and withdraws items.
Maintains statistics of added and withdrawn materials, and tabulates same for Library Annual Report.
Oversees the processing of materials, including stamping, labeling and taping; responsible for mending procedures and book binding preparation.
Opens the Library building at 8AM, then sits at the Circulation Desk 8-10 AM and as needed, assisting patrons, performing circulation activities, training and monitoring student assistants.
Attends Minuteman Consortium meetings.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and three years of related experience.
Knowledge of library operations, policies, and procedures.
Working knowledge of modern office procedures, practices, and equipment including the use of computers.
Experience with integrated library systems, preferably Millennium.
Ability to catalog data utilizing the OCLC database.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to supervise and direct Library student employees in work tasks and functional duties.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing; to establish positive public relations for the Library and interact with a wide variety of people.
Ability to work independently, as well as with a team.
The Mashpee Public Library is seeking applicants for a Reference Librarian, $19.67/hr. This position works 37.5 hours/week (evenings and Saturdays may be required).
Minimum Requirements: A Masters degree in Library & Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution is preferred; one to three years of professional and supervisory experience preferred; or any equivalent combination of education or experience. Proficiency with computers and social media is required. Working knowledge of CLAMS policies & practices and Triple III Millennium software is a plus. Must successfully pass a C.O.R.I. background check.
Responsibilities: Responsible for managing and supervising the work of the Reference and Adult Services Departments. Works primarily with adult and young adult patrons including programming, reference and reader's advisory services, collection development and maintenance, outreach and marketing, website maintenance and content creation and grant writing. May supervise Circulation Assistants working at the public service desk.
Apply by: June 24, 2013
Mashpee Town Hall, Human Resources 16 Great Neck Road North Mashpee, MA 02649
We are now accepting applications for the GSLIS Dean's Fellowship for Technology Support position, an integral member of the GSLIS technology team. The position would have a July/early August start date but this can be flexible based on existing commitments of interested applicants.
Fellowships are available to new or currently enrolled students. Preference will be given to those who are in the beginning of their GSLIS career and can commit to at least a one-year contract.
If you are interested in applying, please email a resume and cover letter by the priority deadline of June 24th, 2013 to me, Linnea Johnson, linnea@simmons.edu. Applications will be accepted after this date as well but I urge you to submit your application at your earliest convenience.
We also ask that you take a few minutes and respond to the following questions. It will be quite helpful as we review applicants.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions about the position.
Oregon State University Libraries & Press seeks a collaborative, innovative and service-oriented Librarian to develop and maintain the technical infrastructure for OSU's digital library, repository, and preservation services. In support of the OSU research enterprise, excellence in teaching, and the Land Grant mission of the University, the Librarian is responsible for designing, developing, testing, and deploying new technologies, tools, and resources to extend and enhance digital content and services, and developing application programming interfaces (APIs) to facilitate multiple submission and discovery tools.
The Librarian will:
provide leadership and guidance for the Libraries on existing and emerging technologies including digital repository, discovery and preservation systems
write and/or modify code and conduct quality assurance on code contributed by other developers
work collaboratively with library and campus colleagues as well as various external partners such as the Orbis Cascade Alliance and Greater Western Library Alliance
participate in ongoing evaluations of emerging academic and library technologies
This is a tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor, and the Librarian is a member of the University Libraries' faculty. Library faculty serve on committees and task forces both at the library and university level and take a leadership role in local, state and national/international library and academic societies and organizations. Librarians are expected to share expertise and results of research with other information professionals via development of new technologies, publication in refereed journals, poster sessions and presentations at professional meetings. Salary is commensurate with education and experience. To review a complete job description and/or apply, go to http://oregonstate.edu/jobs . Apply to posting #0010782. Closing Date: June 28th, 2013.
Full-Time Librarian (1-Position) FOR 2013/2014 CONTRACT YEAR
Posting End Date: until closed
Location: Triumph High School
Overview: Full-Time, 185 Day Contract Monday-Friday Minimum Base Salary: $46,160.00 + Benefits
PURPOSE STATEMENT The job of Library Media Specialist - Secondary Schools was established for the purpose of providing support to the instructional program with specific responsibilities for performing clerical functions related to collection, processing, circulation, maintenance, and inventory of library materials and/or textbooks, documenting losses and monitoring procedures; implementing age appropriate programs for students utilizing library resources; selecting appropriate items in support of classroom instruction; and instructing students on the proper use of the library resources.
This job reports to Principal.
Contact Mike Helenbolt, Principal 307-771-2500 before June 11th, 2013; Contact Human Resources 307-771-2100 after June 11th, 2013.
POSITION: Early Childhood Outreach Librarian I / Intern / Entry Level
DEPARTMENT: Early Childhood & Outreach Services
HOURS: 30-32 per week
SALARY: $21.50 - $25.50 per hour + benefits
DEADLINE: 30 June, 2013 at 6pm PDT
JOB CHARACTERISTICS Under the direction of the Early Childhood & Outreach Senior Librarian, successful candidate will --
Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate story times for the community and early care and education environments in the library district's boundaries using the resources of the Ready to Read Van (RRV).
Deliver "Books and Babies" bags, "Play and Learn" kits, early literacy kits, and books to scheduled community and early care and education service stops using the resources of the Ready to Read Van (RRV).
Develop additional and maintain current Early Literacy and Play and Learn Kits; deliver kits to designated stops on a monthly or bi-weekly time schedule.
Promote early childhood services to local organizations, service and mom's groups, clubs, and agencies.
Assist with developing a monthly training/seminar/informational session for parents, early care professionals and community members who work with children ages birth to five.
Oversee and coordinate the Friends of Beaumont Library "Books and Babies" program.
Implement monthly Saturday Family Fun Program and develop bi-weekly Saturday family story times for families with children ages birth - 5.
Supervise Summer Reading Club (SRC) outreach activities for all early care and education environments and community venues.
Become familiar with all the programs and services offered weekly at the library for families with children birth-5.
REQUIREMENTS MLS from an accredited ALA institution and 1-2 years working as a children's librarian or assistant in a public library and/or; Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development and 1-2 years' experience working in an early care and education environment, e.g. preschool, nursery, child care center/home, cooperative preschool, etc. or a combination of a related Bachelor's degree and work experience. Ability to obtain an MLS within 3 years of employment when degree is other than an MLS. Thorough background knowledge of child development, early literacy, best practice in library service to young children and DAP. Requires at least 75% of the work to be performed outside of the physical library, driving a 24ft. Sprinter Van to various community service stops. Lifting and carrying 2-10lbs. early literacy kits in and out of the van. CA Driver License required or ability to obtain such within 10 days of employment.
SELECTED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES Successful candidate demonstrates dynamic interpersonal, public speaking, presentation and interactive story time skills with an outstanding work ethic, attitude and flexibility in adapting to new programs and services. Developmentally appropriate practice and its principles are implemented at all early care and education environments, community outreach sites and at every in-house library program. Demonstrated knowledge of children's literature, especially focused on children birth - 8 years is essential. Creative thinking and problem solving skills, proactive customer service, and thorough planning and evaluation ability must be shown. Prior experience required for entertaining, engaging and teaching early literacy skills to young children using a picture book, as well as singing, dancing, puppetry, etc. Extensive experience interacting with children and adults in a formal learning environment, e.g. preschool, child care center/home, library, etc. is necessary. Demonstrated ability to read picture books aloud to groups of young children using the dialogic reading model and interactive early literacy skills to make the experience engaging and educational. Adherence to ALA's "Competencies for Librarians Serving Children in Public Libraries" document is a must.
SUBMISSION Resume and cover letter by email only to ~ beaumontlib@telis.org ~ Subject: Early Childhood Outreach Librarian I
Come to the Springfield Public Schools (SPS) Recruitment Fair for Middle School Teachers and Educators on Wednesday, June 12, 2013 at 4:00 pm at the Chestnut Accelerated Middle School.
Thank you for your interest in the Springfield Public Schools! The Springfield Public School district is committed to hiring a diverse pool of qualified educators, administrators, and non-instructional support staff.
The Springfield Public Schools is a large and diverse urban district with over 4,800 employees. We serve over 25,000 students in 52 schools. The district has a highly committed staff, a strong school committee, and very supportive community partnerships.
The Springfield Promise: A Culture of Equity and Proficiency will ensure the delivery of an educational experience in which all learners achieve success. Springfield is proud to offer some of the most progressive educational programming in the nation, including specialized magnet schools at the elementary, middle and high school levels. Springfield offers the International Baccalaureate program, Montessori, STEM, Expeditionary Learning Schools, and non-traditional educational programs.
Be part of The Springfield Promise--If you are committed to fostering excellence in all students, effective in enabling your students to achieve high levels of academic success, like to work collaboratively as part of a team, have strong content and pedagogical knowledge, and embrace and value diversity--The Springfield Public Schools is the place for you.
The district supports ten Level 4 schools that have emerged as turnaround leaders and models for statewide redesign turnaround efforts. The turnaround effort has had a positive impact on student learning and classroom practice. The Springfield Public Schools has effectively implemented research and practice-based initiatives and operations to support effective schools.
Why teach at a Level 4 school? You'll have the opportunity to make an impact on student achievement, great colleagues, and resources to support and empower you as a teacher. There is also extra time for teacher collaboration and planning, leadership opportunities, additional pay for extended time, high quality job embedded professional development, and college level courses.
The Springfield Public Schools create a dynamic learning environment for our staff as well as our students while providing excellent opportunities for your professional growth.
Competitive salary and benefits. Additional $2000 bonus for licensed teachers in critical high need content areas (Mathematics, Special Education, Science, and English as a Second Language). You may be eligible for an additional stipend if you are hired at a Level 4 school.
The Richard Salter Storrs Library in Longmeadow, MA is seeking a motivated social media and marketing volunteer/intern. We are a busy public library with a population of about 15,000.
The social media and marketing intern position's duties will include outreach planning, collaborating on a social media plan for library communication, and marketing our electronic resources and devices.
Requirements: Must be enrolled in a graduate program in Library & Information Science; have strong computer skills; Ability to multitask and work on multiple projects simultaneously.
The NYU Library in Shanghai invites applications for a Reference and Research Services Librarian in an innovative and forward-looking setting. As part of a collaborative team, the position plays a key role in the educational mission of NYU Shanghai by establishing strong relationships with faculty and students, and connecting them to the services, content and tools that meet their research, teaching and learning needs.
NYU Shanghai is the newest degree-granting campus within NYU's global network. It is the first Sino-US higher education joint venture to grant a degree that is accredited in the US as well as in China. A research university with liberal arts and sciences at its core, it resides in one of the world's great cities that is also a vibrant intellectual community. NYU Shanghai will recruit scholars who are committed to our global vision of transformative teaching and innovative research.
New York University has established itself as a Global Network University, a multi-site, organically connected network encompassing key global cities and idea capitals. The network has three degree-granting campuses - New York, Shanghai, and Abu Dhabi - complemented by 12 additional academic centers across five continents. Faculty and students circulate within the network in pursuit of common research interests and cross-cultural, interdisciplinary endeavors, both local and global.
The Library of NYU Shanghai will deliver and coordinate a wide range of academic services that support the teaching, learning and research of NYU Shanghai's faculty and students. Drawing on the resources of the libraries at NYU New York, the NYU Shanghai library provides an opportunity to create a forward-looking 21st century library program and facility to serve a culturally diverse and academically talented population. NYU Shanghai is scheduled to open September 2013 with a class of 200 freshman and 150 visiting students, and is expected to grow over eight years to a target undergraduate student population of 2400 along with selected graduate programs.
The Reference and Research Services librarian serves as the primary liaison to a group of academic departments appropriate to the incumbent's academic background, with responsibilities for building collections in all formats that support research and curricular needs; delivering a program of instruction, consultation, and research support services; developing responsive outreach and other information services; and taking a leadership role on projects and initiatives as appropriate. Collaborative work with colleagues at NYU New York, NYU Abu Dhabi, and across NYU's global network is an important job expectation. Librarians at NYU participate in library and system-wide committees, and professional activities outside of the university.
Required Qualifications:
ALA-accredited MLS or ALA-recognized international equivalent
Previous experience in instruction, collection development, and/or reference services
High degree of facility with technologies and systems in academic library and information services, instruction, and research services
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
Demonstrated excellent interpersonal oral and written communication skills
Demonstrated history of flexibility, creativity, and strong customer service commitment
Preferred:
Academic background in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) discipline
Second masters degree in a subject area relevant to the NYU Shanghai academic program
Experience in a research university library
Experience working in a culturally diverse environment
Chinese language skills; familiarity with Chinese culture
Prior international experience
Salary/Benefits: Excellent benefits include vacation package, relocation assistance and a generous retirement package. Salary commensurate with experience.
To ensure consideration, send resume and letter of application, including the name, address, and telephone number of three references to: Enrique Yanez, Director of Human Resources, New York University Libraries, 70 Washington Square South, New York, NY 10012 or via email to jobs@library.nyu.edu. Resumes will be considered until the position is filled.
The Dartmouth College Library seeks a temporary (6 month) Information Associate to join a collaborative team at the Kresge Physical Sciences Library, providing information, instruction and collection services to faculty and students in the physical sciences, mathematics and computer science areas. This position provides support for a wide variety of projects initiated by Kresge staff, as well as direct user assistance.
Reporting to the Head, Kresge Physical Sciences Library, the individual in the term position will assist with collection development projects such as assessment, deaccessioning and purchasing materials; develop and maintain research guides and other instructional materials; develop content for the Kresge website; and provide information assistance to faculty, students and staff.
Requirements: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience. Experience in a library or educational setting, preferably in a science or engineering context. Experience with online information resources. Preferred: Working knowledge of and proficiency with major research resources, databases, and publications in the sciences.
Note: This is a temporary, 6 month position July - December 2013
GENERAL INFORMATION: Dartmouth is a highly selective undergraduate college with distinguished graduate schools of business, engineering, medicine and 20 graduate programs in the arts and sciences. Dartmouth has remained at the forefront of American higher education since 1769. At the heart of Dartmouth is one of the oldest research libraries in the United States. Nine libraries, distributed across various academic centers, house the 3.3 million volume collection and provide access to a rich array of digital resources supported by a technically robust network environment. The Library's mission is to foster intellectual growth and advance Dartmouth's teaching and research missions by supporting excellence and innovation in education and research, managing and delivering scholarly content, and partnering in the development and dissemination of new scholarship.
POSITION: Bibliographic Database Coordinator, Non-Bargaining Unit, Vermont State Colleges, CHANCELLOR'S OFFICE, Montpelier, Vermont VSC GRADE 12, Part Time Position (50%)
Responsibilities: The Vermont State Colleges seeks an experienced cataloger to coordinate the bibliographic activities of its libraries. These responsibilities include original cataloging and regular authority work. This half-time position also requires excellent communication skills and a commitment to detail.
Qualifications: Master's degree in Library Science, with a special focus on cataloging, plus one to two years of experience in library technical services. Teaching and training experience. Planning, writing and organizational skills.
Application procedure: Send letter of application, resume and names and phone number of three references to: libraryjob@vsc.edu.
A beginning professional position under the immediate supervision of the Community Services Coordinator with responsibility for connecting library customers with the information they seek and developing and implementing engaging library programs, collections and services.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Provides exemplary reference and reader's advisory service for children, teens, parents, students, and adults who work with children; looks for opportunities to help library customers feel welcome
Teaches use of basic and specialized reference tools, computers, equipment, etc. for children and teens
Builds, manages, maintains and promotes extraordinary collections in all formats for branches and mobile service
Plans and implements programming for parents, teachers, students, teens and children, including story times, tours and library instruction and outreach services for branches and mobile services
Makes connections, reaches out and represents the library to the community
Performs a variety of direct public service work such as, but not limited to, conducting bibliographic searching, issuing cards, checking out materials, performing readers' advisory services and assisting patrons when working on and off the mobile library
Utilizes the best technological developments to enhance user's experience
Collaborates with a team of professional and paraprofessional staff and with other city agencies and organizations
Takes pride in our library, creating and maintaining beautiful displays and spaces
Stays informed about professional and community developments affecting the library and librarianship
May assist with scheduling, supervising and evaluating pages, interns and volunteers for branches and mobile services
Performs other tasks, as assigned, consistent with the functions of the work unit and level of responsibility
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS FOR PERFORMING ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
Understand library customers and excel when connecting children, teens, parents, students and adults who work with children with library resources by demonstrating knowledge of search skills using paper and electronic resources
Show commitment to providing excellent customer service
Share delight in children's literature for children and teens
Lead and teach with joy
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION STANDARDS FOR PERFORMING ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (continued):
Demonstrate proficiency in current and emerging technologies and their applications
Engage others who are passionate about providing an exemplary customer experience
Initiate, organize, and self-direct work responsibilities under moderate supervision
Collaborate, create positive working relationships, inspire fun while working with a team
Work cooperatively with all staff
Embrace opportunities to learn in a changing environment
Excel when communicating both verbally and in writing
Listen actively and patiently
Show enthusiasm and flexibility
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Exposure to environmental conditions such as heat, cold, dust and bright/dim lighting when working on mobile library
Exposure to all kinds of weather and road conditions and working at various mobile site stops for long periods of time
Push carts and bins loaded with library materials
Reach and retrieve library materials at high and low heights
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education: M.L.S., including graduate credit in children's services, from a library school accredited by the American Library Association or approved by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners
Experience: Relevant experience in libraries, bookstores, schools and/or with children and teens is preferable
Schedule: Includes evening and weekend assignments and regularly working at other branch libraries, Main Library, and Mobile Services vehicle
Travel: Ability to get to other locations in a timely manner
Other: While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently walk, stand, bend, stoop and reach above the head. Strength is needed to push loaded book trucks. The ability to work with the public for periods of a minimum of two hours at a time while maintaining good communication
All inquiries should be forwarded to the City of Worcester's Human Resources office at hr@worcesterma.gov. Application deadline is Friday, June 21, 2013.
Milford Public Library is expanding the search for a community oriented, adaptive and technically proficient Director to lead a growing, progressive library toward the next generation library. This is a unique opportunity to work in the wonderful shoreline community of Milford, Connecticut, located just 90 minutes outside of New York City. The Director will work with a dynamic Board of Directors, in a team environment composed of 15 full time, dedicated staff members, temporary workers and volunteers, to design and implement programs and services to serve a variety of cultures and age groups.
DUTIES: For a complete job description and application, please visit our website, www.ci.milford.ct.usand click on Employment Opportunities.
REQUIREMENTS: Master's Degree in Library Science from an accredited ALA Institution and 7 years public library experience, including five years of increasing administrative experience. Able to effectively administer and supervise the work of the Library, work well with government offices and community organizations, be a visionary for technology and libraries of the future, and act as a community outreach collaborator. Experience with SIRSI DYNIX (or similar) automated book circulation system preferred. Good sense of library public relations and publicity.
SALARY RANGE:
$84.6 - $91.4K per year
BENEFITS:
Defined benefit pension plan, medical, dental and life insurance. Paid time off includes sick time, personal business time and vacation leave.
TO APPLY:
Submit cover letter, three references (NOT reference letters), completed/signed application, and resume by June 28, 2013 to Personnel Department, 70 West River Street, Milford, CT 06460, or email lpisacane@ci.milford.ct.us
Full-time Billerica Memorial High School librarian position available due to a retirement. Need a Mass certified or certifiable library media specialist for September, master's degree or equivalent.
Job responsibilities include:
Create a welcoming library environment conducive to learning and exploration. Collaborate with teachers in preparation and delivery of instruction to guide students to become critical consumers of information. Help students and teachers to take advantage of a wide range of available print and electronic materials from all sources, as well as instructing the school community in the ethical use of information including copyright, and fair use of intellectual property. Promote and nurture the love of reading and literature for the entire school community for both pleasure and research. Maintain the library website, LibGuides and wiki to provide 24/7 library services. (Maintain the online circulation system (Alexandria Companion), in addition to other operational procedures as determined by the coordinator and school principal. Collection development reflecting a diverse library collection of print, non print and electronic resources to support all facets of the curriculum, and responsive to needs and interests of students and teachers.
Please respond with resume, 3 letters of recommendation by June 19 to: Marianne Haggerty
Doe/Moffitt Libraries Hiring range: Librarian I - Librarian III $70,956-$84,996 per annum, based upon qualifications
This is a full-time appointment available starting August 2013.
The University of California, Berkeley seeks a collaborative, service-oriented librarian with demonstrated management experience to advance the Library's engagement with research, teaching, and scholarship in support of international and area studies.
The Environment
The UC Berkeley Library is an internationally renowned research and teaching facility at one of the nation's premier public universities. In a highly diverse and intellectually rich environment, Berkeley serves a campus community of 25,500 undergraduate students, 10,300 graduate students, and a faculty of 1,500. The Library comprises 20 campus libraries - including the Doe/Moffitt Libraries, the Bancroft Library, the C. V. Starr East Asian Library and subject specialty libraries. With a collection of more than 11 million volumes and a collections budget of over $15 million, the Library offers extensive collections in all formats and robust services to connect users with those collections and build their related research skills.
Responsibilities
The Head of International & Area Studies manages a department of 13 librarians and library assistants with responsibility for collections, instruction, reference, and academic outreach. This position provides leadership within the department for enhancing the collections and user-centered services. Cultivating and sustaining strong connections with faculty and students associated with key academic departments and centers is critical to understanding and meeting the research and curricular needs of these scholars. Staff in this department develop and sustain collaborations with academic departments, interdisciplinary programs, institutes, and centers (many receiving US Government Title VI funding) focused on regions including Africa, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Middle East, Near East, South Asia, Southeast Asia, and Latin America. The incumbent has a leading role in shaping the collections of the Doe/Moffitt Libraries located in Gardner (MAIN) Stacks, which houses more than two million volumes in 200 languages, and an additional two million volumes in off-site shelving at the Northern Regional Library Facility. The Head works collaboratively with departmental colleagues to assess strengths and weaknesses in the various collections, determine priorities, and develop departmental service plans that enhance and support the academic mission of the University. In partnership with colleagues in the Library, across campus and at other institutions, the Head will play a guiding role in initiatives (such as collaborative agreements, cooperative cataloging, and digitization projects) supporting the current and future research needs of faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate students.
The Head is a member of a library-wide management team and the Doe/Moffitt management team. The position has a dual reporting line to the Associate University Librarian for Educational Initiatives and the Associate University Librarian for Collection Services. The Doe/Moffitt management team works collaboratively to guide and coordinate the strategic directions, programs, services, collections, facilities, and policies associated with all units in the Doe/Moffitt Libraries. The Head serves as the collection fund group coordinator for area studies librarians across campus, providing oversight of substantial collections, endowments, gifts and various budgets and joining other disciplinary fund coordinators to develop collection policies and strategies for the benefit of the Library overall.
As our Library organization continues to evolve, the Head will play an important role by helping build strong links between and across disciplines, departments, and campus libraries. To be an effective manager, the Head will be a fair, progressive leader to Library staff; lead department-wide and library-wide discussions; aid in creating and communicating Library policies; manage personnel and financial matters; contribute to department-wide and library-wide priority setting and project management; encourage ongoing staff development, and foster an environment of collaboration, creative thinking, and continuous improvement.
The Head will assume responsibility as library liaison and selector for one or more departments or disciplines as matches their subject and language expertise. In this role he/she will be engaged with activities akin to others in the department: selecting materials in all formats; providing research consultations for faculty, graduate students, and undergraduate students; developing guides and web pages to facilitate user access to resources; offering orientations and instructional seminars; and contributing to reference services for the humanities and social sciences in the Doe/Moffitt Libraries. Collection development is coordinated through a number of consortial agreements with libraries in the University of California system, Stanford University, and national organizations. The librarian maintains an awareness of scholarly communication issues, and identifies relevant online resources to purchase through campus funds or in group agreements within the California Digital Library and the Center for Research Libraries.
UC Berkeley librarians are expected to participate in library-wide planning and governance, and work effectively in a shared decision-making environment. Advancement in the Librarian series is based in part on professional contributions beyond the primary assignment; the successful candidate will show evidence or promise of such contributions to the Library, campus, UC System, and profession.
Qualifications
Required:
MLS or equivalent degree from an ALA-accredited library school
Degree in an area studies-related field (such as language, history, culture, or literature)
Experience supervising and/or leading librarians and career staff
Excellent analytical, organizational, problem solving, project management, and communication skills
Experience participating in collection development in an academic or research library
Experience providing reference and instructional services related to humanities, social sciences, and/or area studies in an academic or research library environment
Capacity to thrive in an environment of change and respond effectively to shifting needs and priorities
Demonstrated record of success effectively managing collection funds (including a variety of sources such as state funding, endowments, grants, etc)
Demonstrated commitment to providing highly responsive public service
Demonstrated comprehension of and competency in one or more languages
Demonstrated understanding of the information needs of researchers studying topics in area studies-related fields
Knowledge of initiatives and trends related to research in international and area studies fields and to the evolving scholarly communication landscape
Demonstrated ability to foster and maintain partnerships with a broad-based constituency
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse staff and campus user communities
Desirable:
Management experience in an academic library environment
Demonstrated record of success managing and overseeing complex projects
Experience with cooperative library agreements at the regional, national, or international level
Experience developing innovative services to enhance research and/or teaching
Experience in grant writing and fundraising
Knowledge of cataloging and access issues for non-English language materials
The Library at the University of California, Berkeley is committed to the support and encouragement of a multicultural environment and seeks candidates who can make positive contributions in a context of ethnic and cultural diversity.
As a management position, this librarian position is not represented by a bargaining unit and is covered by the UC Academic Personnel Manual (APM). Librarians are entitled to appropriate professional leave, two days per month of vacation leave, one day per month of sick leave, and all other benefits granted to non-faculty academic personnel. The University has an excellent retirement system and sponsors a variety of group health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans in addition to other benefits.
Deadline: Consideration will be given to applications received by July 15, 2013.
Submit applications online athttps://aprecruit.berkeley.edu/apply/JPF00146. Applications must include a cover letter detailing a statement of qualifications, curriculum vitae noting degrees and relevant work experience, and the names and contact information of three references who are knowledgeable about the applicant's qualifications for this position.
Send inquiries to:
Susan E. Wong Director, Library Human Resources Library Human Resources Department 110 Doe Library University of California, Berkeley Berkeley, CA 94720-6000 Phone: (510) 642-3778 Email: librec@library.berkeley.edu
The Wellesley Free Library Board of Trustees is seeking a dynamic, visionary leader to fill the position of Library Director. Due to the retirement of the current director, the Board of Trustees is seeking a progressive, collaborative team-builder, who is an experienced, and committed professional well aware of current and emerging trends and best practices in public library services. This position will be available late summer 2013. The Town of Wellesley, with a population of 28,000, is a predominantly residential community located approximately 13 miles west of Boston. Wellesley has an excellent school system and has three colleges within its boundaries.The Wellesley Free Library serves the Town of Wellesley through a main library, two branch libraries and a staff of 68. Budget: $2.25 million; circulation: 730,000; and collection: 300,000 items. This busy library has a long history of providing high quality services, both traditional and innovative.
The Director is the chief administrative and chief financial officer for the library and reports to the six-member Board of Library Trustees. The Director is responsible for all library operations including strategic planning, service delivery, budgeting, institutional advancement for development and personnel administration. He or she works closely with other Town departments, professional organizations, and other libraries in the sub-region. The successful candidate will have proven experience as a library administrator, including exemplary financial management abilities, the ability to articulate a vision for library service and inspire others; and the ability to interact effectively with multiple constituencies and serve as the library's representative within the community.
Demonstrable leadership and skills in the areas of technology, long-range planning and personnel management are essential. The successful applicant will be an excellent communicator with strong written and verbal communication skills as well as possessing the personal qualities of integrity, energy, an entrepreneurial spirit and enthusiasm. Minimum requirements include a MLS, six years of supervisory/management experience with at least three in administration in a library setting, and experience dealing effectively with labor unions and contract negotiations. Salary commensurate with experience. Interested individuals should submit a cover letter and resume to the Human Resources Department, 525 Washington Street, Wellesley, MA 02482 or e-mail as a Word or PDF document to hr@wellesleyma.gov by July 8, 2013
Environment: Library Affairs provides comprehensive library services to the Southern Illinois University Carbondale population of 18,500 students in beautiful Southern Illinois. Morris Library, the primary facility, was completely renovated and reopened in 2009. The building currently features over 200 computers, laptops to borrow, 14 study rooms, and two computer classrooms. Two additional floors that will feature highly flexible, technology-rich, collaborative spaces are under construction and will open in 2014. The building houses nearly three million volumes, three and a half million microforms, and 43,000 currently-received periodicals and serials, as well as strong collections of online databases, maps, films, DVDs, and sound recordings. Morris Library is a selective U.S. Federal Depository Library and an Illinois State Depository Library. As the center for academic support services on campus, Morris Library hosts SalukiTech (technology and computer support), the University Honors Program, the Writing Center, Learning Support Services, Testing Lab, Math Lab, and Center for Teaching Excellence. Morris Library is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, Coalition for Networked Information, Consortium of Academic and Research Libraries in Illinois, Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition, and Greater Western Library Alliance. Librarians at SIU Carbondale are faculty and are covered by collective bargaining.
Responsibilities: Under the general direction of the Associate Dean for Information Services and responsive to input from the Dean of Library Affairs , the Science Librarian provides reference, instruction, liaison, collection development, outreach, and general library services to the University community. Specific responsibilities include:
• Assists patrons at the Information Desk with research and reference questions, including limited nights and weekends. Provides general reference service via face-to-face, online, email, chat, phone, and consultation means. • Instructs students and faculty in the use of library resources and technologies, as well as in information access, evaluation, and management in face-to-face and online settings as appropriate. Assists in the development of instructional curricula (including for credit and non-credit courses), online learning modules, web pages, user guides, and assessments. • Serves as subject specialist and liaison to departments covering Science disciplines, providing formal and informal instruction in library research for these departments. Assists with subject-specific research queries in areas of expertise. Identifies opportunities for outreach and strategic partnerships with specific SIU Carbondale departments based on expertise. • Assists with student recruitment, orientation, and retention strategies. • Selects monographs and recommends other resources for science disciplines. Participates in other collection development activities as needed. • Participates in the library's scholarly communication initiatives, including the population of the Institutional Repository. • Serves on library and university committees. • Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Required Qualifications: • ALA-accredited master's degree in Library Science (MLS) awarded by date of appointment. • Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering discipline. • Proficiency in the use of general and subject-specific reference resources and in conducting library research. • Experience creating web-based guides and tutorials (e.g., LibGuides). • Working knowledge of a wide variety of information technology applications (e.g., Microsoft Office) and databases. • Excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills. • Demonstrated strong organizational skills, including the ability to manage projects, and multiple tasks while meeting deadlines and solving problems in a complex and dynamic environment. • A strong customer-service orientation. • Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with diverse faculty, staff, and students in a rapidly-evolving, team-oriented environment.
Preferred Qualifications: • Additional master's degree in a science or engineering discipline. • Speaking, reading and writing knowledge of a second language. • Experience working in an academic library. • Teaching experience. • Collection development experience. • Familiarity with online learning management systems and tools. • History of working with diverse populations and college students. • Experience writing, obtaining, and managing grants.
Salary: Competitive, $40,000-$50,000 Deadline for Application: June 21, 2013, or until filled Application: Submit a letter of application stating qualifications and background for this position, a resume, and names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three professional references. References may be contacted by Library Affairs and asked to comment on your experience and qualifications for this position.
All materials should be addressed to: Teri Stobbs Ricci, Personnel Coordinator Library Affairs, Mail Code 6632 SIU Carbondale 605 Agriculture Drive Carbondale, IL 62901 Telephone: 618-453-1458 E-mail: apply@lib.siu.edu
Part-Time Substitute Librarian - Beverly Public Library, Children's Department: This is a part-time fill-in position. Works under the general direction of the Head of the Children's Department. Responsible for working at a public service desk, providing reference service, checking out books, placing holds, and offering reader's advisory service. Must work well independently as well as part of a team.
Applicant must have a Master's Degree in Library or Information Science from a graduate school accredited by the American Library Association (Staff Librarian level) OR currently enrolled in a Master's Degree program in Library or Information Science from a graduate school accredited by the American Library Association with half or more courses completed, including a course in Reference (Librarian I level).
Salary: $ 16.81 per hour (Librarian I level), $23.70 per hour (Staff Librarian level)
Send letter of application and resume to Kate Carpine, Beverly Public Library, 32 Essex Street, Beverly, MA 01915 or email carpine@noblenet.org
Library in midst of 21st century transitions looking for fearless librarian who is interested in community/library connections and who dreams of making a difference. Yes, there are some traditional responsibilities, but think larger and send your resume plus three references to Paula Baker, Rutland Free Library, 10 Court Street, Rutland, Vermont 05701 or paulajb@rutlandfree.org until 6/24/2013. NOTE: with this ad nearly two years ago we DID make a great hire, but alas, she is now ready to climb her next mountain. Follow her path, or carve your own - we want to see what you can do.
37.5 hours a week for roughly $45,700 annually, plus health insurance, dental, life insurance/disability, annual and sick leave as well as other benefits. A Master's degree in Library Science or comparable is required.
Gannett Digital Ventures has an opportunity for a taxonomist to join a recently formed group working on news taxonomy and auto-categorization projects central to company-wide strategic initiatives.
Our efforts deliver structure and categorization for a variety of end-user products, from content recommendations to targeted ad serving. We're able to discover and manage term and concept relationships with cutting-edge ontology management software and support editorial and advertising workflows with semantic text processing.
Expectations for the position are to become expert with specific software and an SME on taxonomy structures and content. Day-to-day responsibilities include:
Developing and maintaining Gannett-wide vocabularies, monitoring feedback, conducting content audits, identifying candidate terms and analyzing logs and other sources
Monitoring and optimizing performance of the auto-tagging engine, including routine QA testing, tracking relevancy and accuracy of extractions
Transforming data from a variety of sources for import into taxonomy/ontology management system
Assisting in the development of products, services, and content management related initiatives for all Gannett properties
Specific job requirements include:
Master's Degree in Library and Information Science or similar
Minimum of three years of experience in developing taxonomies and other controlled vocabularies, preferably in media/publishing or similar industry. Ontology development experience a plus
Experience with text mining, entity extraction, semantic technologies, content analytics, and content enrichment tools: OpenText/Nstein, SAS, Smartlogic, Temis/Luxid or similar
Experience with Taxonomy / ontology management software: Mondeca / ITM, MultiTes, Protége, Synaptica, TopBraid Composer, or similar tools
An understanding of metadata application and familiarity with metadata standards (DCMI, IPTC,schema.org, etc)
Data transformation and manipulation methods (XML/XSLT, SPARQL, etc)
Understanding of SEO principles and an interest in following search trends and daily news a plus
Experience establishing and promulgating taxonomy governance processes
Experience documenting best practices and developing user documentation
Temple Israel is looking for a library school student, or recent library school graduate who is either interested in the field of Judaic librarianship, and/or would like to gain hands-on experience in a small, special library 7/10 of a mile from Simmons.
The intern would have the opportunity to assist the librarian in some, or all of the following areas, depending on interest and time:
1. Shelving
2. Staffing circulation desk
3. Responding to reference inquiries
4. Marketing the library via social networking and other medium
5. Programming assistance in preparation for annual book fair, annual Jewish Book Month Program (both held in November) and monthly book group.
6. Creating pathfinders
7. Grant research and other fund-raising tasks/activities.
8. Assisting the librarian in the preparation of a film group about Mel Brooks she'll be teaching in the fall to adults.
9. Creating promotional materials such as book marks.
11. Setting up displays and exhibits.
12. Other related tasks.
We ask for a minimum time commitment of three hours per week, with a possible maximum of 10 hours per week. Schedule will be worked out with candidate. Background in Judaica is desirable but not required.
Temple Israel is a Reform synagogue serving a diverse community of 1600 member families from the Greater Boston area, with 20 full-time staff and 40 part-time faculty members. We are located on the corner of the Riverway and Longwood Avenue, a short walk or drive from Simmons College.
The Dr. Arnold L. Segel Library may be described as a cross between a small branch public library and a school library in terms of the way that it operates, its patron make-up and "traffic flow."
For more information about Temple Israel and/or our library, please see our website: www.tisrael.org To find the library pages, click on "Study."
For more information about the Summer Internship, or to apply, please contact Ann Abrams, Librarian, aabrams@tisrael.org by June 17, and include your resume.
*Since the librarian will be on vacation some of the summer, the internship schedule will be these dates, only, with some flexibility re: hours.
July 1 - August 2
Possibly August 12 - 16 with the option to possibly continue in the fall.
The Databrary project at New York University seeks a Data Curator, an information specialist who will work with researchers in developmental science to acquire and organize the content of the Databrary digital library (databrary.org).
Databrary is a joint project of NYU and Penn State University, currently funded by both NSF and NIH. While its content is heterogeneous, a significant portion of the library is video material.
The Data Curator will be located at NYU in New York City and will report to the Databrary Project Administrator in NYU's Institute of Human Development and Social Change and will also have a dotted-line reporting to the NYU Libraries.
The Data Curator will work in close collaboration with individual faculty and researchers across the country in preparing files for deposit, including
- Analysis of the structure of study data; - Data normalization, cleaning, authority management; - Organization of digital and physical inventories.
The Data Curator will also work in close collaboration with the Databrary software developers to
- Devise metadata schema that are flexible but that also offer incentives to consistency;
- Devise effective discovery services that function across heterogeneous metadata, and which foster interactions among a highly diverse community of researchers, including UX design and evaluation; - Create best practices for long-term sustainability of data formats, including video formats, such as format migration and transcoding; - Create deposit, maintenance, and annotation workflows; - Create taxonomy(ies) and initial tag sets.
This is a full-time position at NYU, with full employee benefits, for a fixed-term of three years and with the possibility for extension.
Required Qualifications:
- MLS and 3-5 years experience in a related field, such as developmental science, metadata schema design and management, taxonomy management, or equivalent education and experience; - Working knowledge of data management, including metadata, data retrieval and research data use, format migration, preservation; - Demonstrated experience in consulting with faculty regarding technology or metadata options/requirements; - Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Recommended Qualifications:
- Familiarity with video data and/or sensor data.
- Familiarity with data management technologies such as XML, SQL, unix filesystems.
Schedule: Full-time (37.5 hours per week); Standard Work Week (M-F, 8:30 - 5:00)
The University and the Library:
The Yale University Library, as one of the world's leading research libraries, collects, organizes, preserves, and provides access to and services for a rich and unique record of human thought and creativity. It fosters intellectual growth and is a highly valued partner in the teaching and research missions of Yale University and scholarly communities worldwide. A distinctive strength is its rich spectrum of resources, including more than 15 million volumes and information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to early printed books to electronic databases. The Library is engaged in numerous digital initiatives designed to provide access to a full array of scholarly information. Housed in 15 libraries, including Sterling Memorial, Beinecke, and Bass libraries, it employs a dynamic, diverse, and innovative staff of over 500 who have the opportunity to work with the highest caliber of faculty and students, participate on committees, and who are involved in other areas of staff development. For additional information on the Yale University Library, please visit the Library's web site at www.library.yale.edu.
Position Focus:
Under the supervision of the Library Chief Technology Officer, manages and monitors the design, development, implementation, and communication of policies and practices for a sub-unit within the Library Information Technology department that supports the Yale University Library.
Responsible for maintaining a reliable and secure computing infrastructure for library staff and patrons, including network architecture, as well as identity and access management, which are strategic initiatives at both the University and Library levels. Coordinates with Yale ITS on computing infrastructure issues as needed, including serving on relevant architecture committees.
Manages Library IT Support staff. Recruits, trains, and manages a team of support technicians responsible for delivering expert, efficient, and cordial computing support to the Library's staff, as well as some specialized patron systems.
Designs and maintains the desktop, laptop, and mobile computing environment for the Library, including hardware, OS, and productivity software suites that will be supported. Designs and supports Library audiovisual infrastructure and architecture; enhancing this infrastructure is one of the Library's current strategic objectives. Manages a $375K+ equipment budget including a bi-annual equipment request cycle. Works on special projects as assigned by the CTO.
Library IT Client Services is a tier 1, 2, & 3 support organization focused on interacting with Library customers on a daily basis. We are the first point of contact for many IT services and our emphasis is on enhancing the productivity of our customers by providing service as reliably and efficiently as possible. Our primary objectives include providing great customer service and improving customer satisfaction.
Principal Responsibilities:
1. Reviews and determines staffing needs, job posting requirements, salary guidelines, and labor agreement interpretations for exempt and non-exempt staff in one or more functional department of the University.
2. Manages the administrative support needs for exempt and nonexempt staff and provides recommendations, improvements, solutions and assistance as needed.
3. Manages and monitors technology needs, conducts inventory, and system requirements for the assigned departments.
4. Develops and prepares budgets, financial forecasts, and financial analyses and the actual vs. budgeted performance reports for the departments.
5. Manages the use of facilities in one or more departments including office space, work stations, equipment, and office supplies.
6. Manages administrative support for activities of one or more departments to ensure timely completion of projects.
7. Manages and coordinates training sessions for assigned departments when new policies or practices are adopted.
8. Ensures compliance with University and federal regulations as they apply to the assigned departments.
9. Identifies, plans, and develops administrative policies for the assigned departments.
10. Assists in reviewing and implements University and departmental policies as they pertain to the administrative functions of the assigned department.
11. Assesses and makes recommendations regarding staff development and staffing levels.
12. Monitors, develops, plans, and executes systematic research on user requirements through such mechanisms as surveys, interviews, focus groups and competitive analysis.
13. Manages a staff of exempt and non-exempt employees.
14. May perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
Bachelor's Degree in related field and 5 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
Required Skills and Abilities:
1. Demonstrated ability to manage, mentor and develop staff, including technical areas. Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills. Demonstrated ability to motivate and mobilize a team around shared goals. Demonstrated project management skills.
2. Advanced skills with contemporary desktop computing technology, including Mac, Windows, Unix, and Mobile OS, hardware, and software applications.
3. In-depth ability with Active Directory and its components: implementing group policy, managing computers, organizational units, users, groups, profiles, software management and deployment.
4. Comprehensive, expert-level ability with desktop operating environments.
5. Demonstrated ability with SQL databases and administering SQL databases.
Preferred Education, Experience and Skills:
1. Management experience in a higher education environment.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of BigFix Relevance.
3. Experience with VBScript, Visual Basic, Visual Studio, and Windows Software Development Kit.
Preferred Licenses or Certifications:
ITIL Foundations, Service Now, Microsoft Certifications.
Salary and Benefits:
We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country's great workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with a wide variety of insurance choices, liberal paid time off, fantastic family and educational benefits, a variety of retirement benefits, extensive recreational facilities, and much more.
Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references should be sent by creating an account and applying online athttp://www.yale.edu/jobs for immediate consideration - the STARS req ID for this position is 21569BR.Please be sure to reference #21569BR in your cover letter.
Background Check Requirements:
All external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check. Please visithttp://www.yale.edu/hronline/careers/screening/faqs.html for additional information on the background check requirements and process.
The University of Kansas Libraries has an opening for a Metadata Librarian. Requirements: ALA-accredited MLS; 2 years of academic/research library experience working with standard metadata formats; evidence in application materials of knowledge and proficiency in written communication and acommitment to strong customer service within and outside the libraries. Special consideration will be given to applicants committed to excellence who can contribute to the University's innovative, collaborative, and multidisciplinary initiatives to educate leaders, build healthy communities, and make discoveries that will change the world. See www.provost.ku.edu/planning.
To view or apply, go to employment.ku.edu, search faculty jobs, click on search openings, and filter by employee class F-Faculty.
The University of Kansas Libraries has an opening for a Data Services Librarian. Requirements: ALA-accredited MLS; familiarity with emerging issues related to academic library services for data management or preservation; evidence in application materials of knowledge and proficiency in written communication and a commitment to strong customer service within and outside the libraries. Special consideration will be given to applicants committed to excellence who can contribute to the University's innovative, collaborative, and multidisciplinary initiatives to educate leaders, build healthy communities, and make discoveries that will change the world. See www.provost.ku.edu/planning.
To view or apply, go to employment.ku.edu, search faculty jobs, click on search openings, and filter by employee class F-Faculty.
Company Description EverPresent, Inc. is currently seeking to increase its team of photo scanners as it grows. We help families digitize their old photo and video collections and need motivated, reliable individuals to add to our growing team of scanning and photo editing technicians. Experience with computers, especially Windows, is a plus but you will learn how to operate the scanners and edit photos on the job. Our office is located at 1024 Chestnut St. Newton, MA 02464. A 15 min walk from the Eliot stop on the Green D Line.
Qualifications: - 4 year college degree or equivalent - Proficient in computer use, especially Windows - Some experience scanning images and/or working with digital image files (i.e. Epson scanners, Adobe Suite, etc...) - Professional demeanor, attention to detail, responsible attitude and a willingness to learn!
Duties The position is responsible for digitizing, editing and quality checking all types of photos and videos that come in to our office. As well as interacting and communicating directly with our consultants. We will teach you what you need to know but you will own a customer's materials from start to finish! This includes: - Operating all scanners in our office (Epson, Kodak, Copystand) - Operating all software to get the job done - Helping problem solve to address customer requests and end uses
Schedule and Wage - Starts at $8.50 per hour - Starts at 20 hours per week - Strong performers will have the potential to increase hours, hourly wage and responsibilities quickly
Application Instructions Send email with reason for interest, relevant experience and resume to chris@everpresentonline.com
Deadline for Application Current round: June 20th, 6pm
We are a growing company so we will accept strong applicants after this date.
LAC Group is seeking for immediate hire a temporary Research Librarian for our client, a prestigious international law firm, in the firm's San Francisco office. The temporary Research Librarian, working as part of a centralized team of researchers, provides efficient research and reference services through a complex network of information sources for attorneys, legal assistants and staff across all of the firm's offices.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Provides legal and non-legal research assistance across the firm's global network of offices, using a combination of print and non-print resources such as Westlaw, Dialog, Thomson Innovation, Pacer, OCLC, CCH, BNA, Dun & Bradstreet, and others;
Assists library users in utilizing print and non-print legal and non-legal research tools;
Collaborates firm-wide with other research librarians on research requests, product evaluations, and other special projects.
REQUIREMENTS:
Master's Degree in Library and Information Science;
3+ years of library experience in a legal or other professional services firm environment;
Must be able to work in a virtual team environment.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:
In-depth knowledge of complex legal and business online resources; legislative and patent research experience strongly preferred;
Strong knowledge of legal bibliography, research and law library procedures;
In-depth knowledge and excellent skills in the use of information networks such as BNA, CCH, Dialog, Dun & Bradstreet, OCLC, Thomson Innovation, Westlaw and others;
Excellent skills in the use of MSOffice applications, i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel along with superior skills in the use of Adobe Acrobat;
Excellent oral and written communication skills;
Strong organizational skills, attention to details, problem solving skills, and independent decision making skills when working with attorneys and staff;
Self-motivated and able to work independently;
Ability to lift and shift heavy volumes up to 20 pounds and ability to retrieve and replace objects from shelves up to 8 feet high.
Integrated Technologies Librarian at Lafayette College (revised)
Lafayette College seeks a creative Integrated Technologies Librarian to join its growing Digital Scholarship Services program. The successful candidate will lead UI/UX design using Open Source tools (for example, Drupal, PHP, CSS, jQuery, and D3 for data visualization), investigate and implement technologies to improve discovery of digital resources, and share responsibility for management of the Library's hosted ILS.
Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS or the equivalent; knowledge of current and emerging technologies in academic librarianship; ability to develop creative and innovative approaches to improving the user experience; expertise in XHTML, CSS, Javascript/jQuery; ability to work collegially and communicate effectively with a wide range of audiences; ability to understand and convey meaningful information about technical problems to vendors and the college's central IT unit.
Candidates with experience administering Drupal and/or institutional repository software, a history of user interface development, additional programming knowledge, or a keen interest in and strong potential for digital library development work will receive special consideration.
Compensation: salary commensurate with qualifications and experience; excellent benefits, including college tuition support for children. The library strongly encourages and supports professional development.
For consideration, please submit a resume, cover letter addressing job qualifications, and three professional references to: Neil McElroy, Dean of Libraries, Lafayette College, Easton, PA 18042 or via email to: castells@lafayette.edu.
Peabody Institute Library in Peabody MA seeks a full-time Senior Librarian - Children's Services. Responsibilities and qualifications are described below.
Responsibilities: Reports to Library Director. Responsible for providing services to children including: developing department goals and objectives; department policies; circulation; collection development and maintenance including materials selection and weeding; creation, development and maintenance of departmental web page; program development including summer reading programs, story hours, etc.; readers advisory services; staff supervision, training and evaluation; department scheduling; management of children's PCs; coordination of appropriate activities and policies with young adult librarian; attendance at professional workshops; outreach services to the public schools and other community agencies. Performs other similar duties pertaining to the functions and goals of the Children's Department, including liaison with branch library staff.
Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS. At least two years related experience that includes familiarity with current library technologies and experience supervising others. Schedule is 35 hours per week, and includes one evening per week, and every 2nd Saturday.
Starting Salary: $46,082.53
Interested candidates should send their resume and letter of application to Martha Holden, Director, Peabody Institute Library at 82 Main Street Peabody MA 01960, or email to holden@noblenet.org
Title Communications Assistant Full Or Part Time Part-Time Hours Per Week 19 Salary $18/hour Days And Hours Required Office Hours:
Monday 1:00 - 4:00 p.m. Wednesday 9:00- 2:00 p.m.
Remaining hours may be negotiated within normal business hours.
Christ Church Cambridge is seeking a Communications Assistant who will work collaboratively with the clergy and office staff in developing all means of internal and external communications, with an emphasis on developing a consistent image and message across all platforms.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Communications • Website management and maintenance • Monthly newsletter compilation and distribution • Creation and distribution of weekly parish wide email • Coordinating any marketing and advertising • Print production of posters, flyers, brochures, announcements, and ads • Implementation and oversight of social media presence, including: Facebook pages, Twitter account, blog(s), etc. • Photography and Video editing associated with website and print communications • Facilitating access to digital and online presence for clergy and office staff
Clerical • Support clergy and parish administrator with phone calls, email and calendar
Because of the visibility and importance of these functions, the candidate should: • Be familiar with "Safe Church" standards • Have pastoral sensitivity and appropriate standards of confidentiality • Have some familiarity with a parish community
Required Education, Experience and Skills Proficiency in the following software programs is preferred: • Word Press web software • Adobe In-design and Photoshop • Microsoft Office Suite • Audio and Video editing tools
Required skills: • Strong verbal and written communications skills • Must have demonstrated computer proficiency including use of Microsoft Office • Have a collegial working style and be able to work collaboratively as a member of a team • Must be able to work independently • An ability to juggle many projects and priorities simultaneously • Ability to delegate assignments and oversee volunteers • Be proactive, highly organized, and detail oriented
Please contact The Rev. Jonathan Eden, Associate Rector 617.876.0200 extension 11 or at jeden@cccambridge.org
Work with global national enterprise customers across pharmaceuticals, insurance, financial, manufacturing, and government agencies in this opportunity to develop Information Governance solutions to their corporate records management challenges. We are seeking person who will work with executive and management leaders, business thought leaders, and IT specialist in the customer in the development of their Information Governance solutions based on RSD GLASS®. The opportunity here is for this individual to work across many business lines within the customer in a records management role in identifying and implementing solutions to creation of Information Governance platform using RSD GLASS®. As a RSD GLASS® expert you will advise and guide customers to successful deployment and creation of an Information Governance platform to support the customer programs.
As a thought leader in the application of corporate records techniques in creating an Information Governance platform for customers. As a product expert in RSD GLASS you will find solutions, ideas, and techniques to maximize their Information Governance objectives around RSD GLASS®.
Experience
Experience in development of corporate retention schedules, records disposition process policies, management of physical records, and information technology solutions deployment at the scale of large or global national enterprise. Development of metadata, records life cycles, and disposition and classification events.
Project management experience in deployment of corporate records solutions using information technology.
Have strong communication skills upward sideways and downward, speaking to all levels of the organization and stakeholders. Clear successful experience working with Corporate Records Management.
Detailed corporate records experience in one of the following: finance, pharmaceutical, banking, manufacturing, or government agency. Experience in information technology projects which are core infrastructure applications supporting corporate requirements.
Analytical skills to apply an IT Information Governance solution to customer's corporate records business challenges.
Ability to work with customers to identify and develop solutions, and to think creatively.
Thought leader for customers in adapting their Records Retention Schedules into a GLASS Enterprise Master Classification as an Information Governance Solution
Develop Corporate Records Management solutions using GLASS for physical and electronic information assets.
Coaching skills for records managers and information governance managers, and work with them in development of effective programs.
Skills
Demonstrable Corporate Records Management skills and expertise. Clearly understand the benefits of creating Information Governance Management platforms at the corporate level.
Proficient in the relevant best practices within industry, appropriate application of records management standards DOD, MEDOC, HIPPA, FRCP, or applicable state rules.
Project management certification or reference able experience.
Managing and leadership roles with deployment of Information Technology solutions at the corporate level.
Corporate Records Manager certification.
Minimum Bachelors Library Science or related fields.
Superior customer skills at all levels of a customer organization.
Superior written skills.
Prior Experience
Prior experience as a successful project manager / project leader of Information Technology solutions.
Minimum 5 years' experience and active leadership role as Enterprise Corporate Records Manager
If interested, please email a cover letter and resume to D.PRICE@rsd.com.
Wanted: an advanced student in the history/archives program able to help a scholar navigate the online world of gathering, storing, and retrieving information. Candidates must be intellectually curious, capable, supportive non-smokers with a sense of humor. They should also be familiar with and knowledgeable about the range of computer software programs designed to help scholars organize material, create bibliographies, sort data, interface with online catalogues, create keywords, and the like.
One-on-one sessions will begin in September at my home in Brookline. I am near a Green Line B T-stop and also have room for a car to park. Pay = $50 an hour.
Adult Services. Seeking lively librarian who wields the tools of the trade with confidence, humor and compassion. A belief in out-of-the-ballpark public service and outreach as well as the realities of a shifting technology landscape is critical to your success.
Yes, there are some traditional responsibilities, but think larger and send your resume plus three references to Paula Baker, Rutland Free Library, 10 Court Street, Rutland, Vermont 05701 or paulajb@rutlandfree.org until 6/24/2013.
37.5 hours a week for roughly $45,700 annually, plus health insurance, dental, life insurance/disability, annual and sick leave as well as other benefits. A Master's degree in Library Science or comparable is required.
Casual Reserves Associate ( No Benefits) Frost Library Applications accepted until position filled $16.00 per hour
35 hours per week, July 15-October 11, December 9-March 7, no benefits
Reporting to the Head of Access Services, the Casual Reserves Associate provides support to the Reserves Associate who is responsible for obtaining and processing all print and electronic readings for Amherst courses. Specific duties include: check faculty reading lists against catalogs and multiple databases to determine what Amherst owns in print and online formats; process print and electronic items for students. Work schedule may be flexible.
Minimum qualifications: high school plus additional specialized training, Associate's degree preferred; 1-3 years relevant work experience; demonstrated knowledge of web-authoring tools and office software such as word processing, spreadsheets, and databases. Prior experience using the Ex Libris ALEPH system a plus. Candidate should possess excellent search skills in online catalogs and databases. A close attention to detail and ability to multitask are essential.
Adult Services Librarian, 35 HR, benefited position in small, rural community focused library.
Responsibilities include ILL, management of adult collection and programming, shared supervision of volunteers and Library Assistants. This position also serves as primary contact for ILS management and new technology, engages in readers' advisory and circulation.
Strong customer service skills and technology skills needed, as well as ability to work as both team and independently. M.L.S. or library work experience preferred. Salary range low $40,000's.
Applicants should send cover letter, resume and 3 letters of reference to: Adult Services Librarian Search, Saxton B. Little Free Library, 319 Rt 87, Columbia, CT 06237 or electronically to: staff@columbiactlibrary.org by July 26, 2013. Full job description available on our website, www.columbiactlibrary.org. No phone calls please.
The Massachusetts Historical Society (MHS) seeks a Library Assistant - Temporary to support professional members of the library staff ensuring both access to and the security of the library's holdings, primarily through staffing the library orientation desk, overseeing researchers in the Society's reading room, and assisting full-time staff on special projects. The position is essential in facilitating access to, while maintaining the security of, the Society's collections.
The MHS is an independent research library that collects, preserves, and makes accessible manuscripts and other materials that promote the study of the history of our nation-a mission that has remained constant since 1791. The MHS holds more than 3,600 manuscript collections, as well as extensive collections of early American imprints, newspapers, maps, printed ephemera, photographs, engravings, and other research materials. The library is open Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:45 AM-4:45 PM, Tuesday 8:45 AM to 7:45 PM, and Saturday 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Hours: The regular hours for this position are 10-2 Monday-Friday (20 hours/week), with the possibility of additional hours when permanent staff take scheduled vacation or sick time. This temporary position is for a ten week term beginning July 8 and ending September 14 with some possibility for extension.
Pay Rate: $12.00/hour
Duties: The Library Assistant - Temporary is part of the Reader Services staff (6.5 FTE) and reports to the Reference Librarian. Duties include staffing the Society's library orientation room, registering researchers and explaining library policies and procedures, directing telephone calls, providing information about exhibitions, publications, and public programs; monitoring the Society's reading room, including the supervision of researchers, and securing all materials on hold for researcher use; processing requests for reproduction of library materials for reference purposes; and assisting with other library projects as needed.
The Library Assistant - Temporary will spend about half of their time assisting the Reference Librarian with special projects and the other half of their time staffing the orientation and reading rooms.
Requirements: The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree or be currently enrolled in a Bachelor's program. Coursework in history, with experience in a library, archives, or other public history setting preferred; a demonstrated interest in history and/or the library science profession strongly desired.
The successful candidate will also have experience working with a diverse public in a customer service or similar position, strong planning and organization skills with the ability to prioritize and multi-task, excellent written and oral communication skills, the ability to work as part of a team, the ability to consistently enforce policies and procedures, proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, excellent attention to detail, and strong research skills. The ability to be flexible and to maintain professionalism in a fast-paced environment is essential.
This position requires the ability to lift boxes weighing up to forty pounds and to transport materials loaded onto wheeled carts.
Application procedure: Please send an application by email (preferred) or postal mail, including a cover letter, brief resume, and three references to Anna Cook, Reference Librarian, at acook@masshist.org or Massachusetts Historical Society, 1154 Boylston Street, Boston, MA 02215.
Applications must be received by the close of business on June 17, 2013 to be considered.
This position is for a leave of absence for the 2013-2014 school year
All applicants are required to submit the information listed below by the deadline indicated. If considered for a position you will be contacted by the building principal for an interview. Once recommeded for a position the candidate will hear directly from the Superintendent's Administrative Assistant to arrange for an interview date and time. If you choose to email your application materials forward to: wpsjobs@winchester.k12.ma.us
All applicants are required to submit the information listed below by the deadline indicated. If considered for a position you will be contacted by the building principal for an interview. Once recommeded for a position the candidate will hear directly from the Superintendent's Administrative Assistant to arrange for an interview date and time. If you choose to email your application materials forward to: wpsjobs@winchester.k12.ma.us
Duration: To start immediately. Position continues through October 31, 2013. Salary is $15-$20/hr (based on experience).
Hours: 25 hours a week (flexible.)
Simmons Technology seeks a detail oriented, web literate project assistant to provide support in the migration of courses from Blackboard-based eLearning to Moodle 2.0/Joule-based Simmons Moodle.
This position will report to the LMS Project Manager, and will have the following responsibilities to assist Technology, Simmons Online, and interested Faculty with migration activities as they relate to the campus wide roll out:
Duties:
Recreation of course pages in the Simmons Moodle environment
File migration and management
HTML and CSS triage
Rigorous documentation of migration activities
Performing tasks related to usability testing, troubleshooting, and other areas both as needed and relating to the applicant's interests and expertise
Requirements:
Web literacy and basic HTML / CSS knowledge
Graduate student in good standing with a graduation date no earlier than December 2013.
Ability to follow instructions and think critically in an online environment
Close attention to detail and web best practices
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Demonstrated professional or academic experience working with content on the web
Preferred:
Experience working with Blackboard Vista and/or Moodle
The Burns Library, Boston College, seeks a Temporary Archives Assistant (FY appointment ending May 30, 2014). Under the direction of the Processing Archivist, the Archives Assistant will be responsible for physically organizing and recording information about archival collections, including assigning material to pre-set categories. The Archives Assistant will handle, organize, and take notes regarding large quantities of rare, unique, and/or unpublished material. Attention to detail, ability to organize, consistency, and careful handling are all essential. The incumbent must be able work in a team and report on progress.
The Burns Library holds extraordinary collections in the areas of Irish history and literature, Catholic life, Jesuitica, British Catholic authors, Bostoniana, and Boston College University Archives. The Boston College University Libraries are committed to making the Burns Library's special collections more widely known and used. The Archives Assistant supports the teaching, learning, and research missions of Boston College by working to make special collections material accessible for research, use in the curriculum, and digitization.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree preferred, preferably coupled with some training in library science. 1-2 years of library experience, including work with archival materials. Excellent written communication skills. Must be able to lift 30 lb. boxes.
Position Title: Archive Intern The Democracy Now! Archive is looking for interns for summer 2013. The internship program is structured for students and individuals interested in gaining hands on experience in the field of audiovisual archiving and preservation. Interns build skills and become familiar with practical applications of those skills in the workplace. The position requires a ten week commitment and approximately fifteen hours per week.
Composed of over 70,000 media items, the archive contains books, photographs, artifacts and audiovisual materialssuch as field recordings, oral histories, interviews, and news footage from the 1980s to today. An integral partof daily operations and production of Democracy Now!, the archive is also used as a resource by researchers, filmmakers, artists and educators. Interns are responsible for cataloging incoming video created by Democracy Now! producers and other independent media and news organizations. Interns also process collections and library books, re-house items, digitize 1/4" audio reels and VHS tape, and are encouraged to work on special projects of their choice. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in pursuing a career in media archives in a busy newsroom environment. Knowledge of current events is helpful.
To apply: Send a cover letter and resume via emailtobrendan@democracynow.org with subject header INTERN. Please tell us you would be a good match for this internship. Interviews and positions will be filled on a rolling basis, so applicants are encouraged to apply early. Start and end dates for the internships are flexible.
The Boston Athenӕum seeks a personable and reliable candidate to work two days a week (Mondays, noon to 8:00 p.m. and Wednesdays, noon to 8:00 p.m.) with the addition of occasional Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Circulation and Reference Desks. This intern reports to the Head of Reader Services. Compensation is $13 per hour with no benefits, and the position is classified as temporary.
Responsibilities
Provide coverage of the circulation and reference desks; answer phones, shelve books; offer basic reference service
Create reader advisory materials
Research
Maintain usage statistics
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
Must be enrolled in a library science master's program
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office
Must be able to lift 40 lbs. of books
Preferred Qualification:
Completed Reference Course
Excellent writing skills
Starts immediately. Please send resume and cover letter to Mary Warnement, William D. Hacker Head of Reader Services, warnement@bostonathenaeum.org
The University of Massachusetts Amherst seeks candidates for the position of Assistant to the Associate Director for Library Services. As the largest public academic research library in Massachusetts, we are a key partner in teaching, learning, and research at UMass Amherst and in the Commonwealth. By combining the latest information technology with excellent public service, the staff builds and maintains a rich information environment, facilitates access to it, and creates a place that functions as a hub of campus and community scholarly activity. The Assistant to the Associate Director for Library Services will provide administrative and project management support for the Associate Director for Library Services. Assist in facilitating communication among the Associate Director, his or her direct reports, and Library Services staff. Keep current with trends in the library and information management professions. Advise the Associate Director on trends as appropriate to the University Libraries for the benefit of students, faculty, staff, and community users. Work collaboratively with library staff on behalf of the Associate Director.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's degree in library science - or equivalent degree - from a program accredited by the American Library Association, or its appropriate equivalent in librarianship from another country, or have appropriate equivalent experience.
Minimum of 2 years experience in a comparable academic library.
Demonstrated experience in project management.
Demonstrated evidence of professional initiative and entrepreneurial ethos.
Excellent interpersonal skills, including written, verbal and public speaking. Very good group facilitation skills.
Ability to interact effectively and work productively, collegially, cooperatively, and collaboratively with a variety of individuals and groups in a changing environment.
Excellent analytical and conceptual abilities and experienced problem-solving skills
Strong service orientation.
Understanding of the role assessment plays in a complex organization. Ability to engage with others to deploy assessment to improve services, collections, and workflows.
Knowledge of current trends shaping higher education, the scholarly research environment, and the ability to interpret them in relation to the Library's collections.
Preferred: Ability to conceive and implement long-term strategies and achieve short-term goals.
The University of Massachusetts is strongly committed to excellence and actively supports cultural diversity. As part of a commitment to its own multicultural community, the Library seeks an individual with a demonstrated commitment to diversity and one who will understand and embrace University initiatives and aspirations.
SALARY COMMENSURATE WITH ADVERTISED QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
APPLICATIONS: Preference will be given to applications received by June 14, 2013. Send letter of interest, résumé, and the names of three professional references, to: Assistant to the Associate Director for Library Services Search, Library Administrative Office, W.E.B. Du Bois Library, 154 Hicks Way, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA 01003-9275 or email us at libadm@library.umass.edu.
For information about the University and the Library, and a copy of the official job description, see our web site: http://www.library.umass.edu/jobs
The University of Alaska Fairbanks invites applications for the tenure-track faculty position of Science Librarian. Founded in 1917, UAF is a Land, Sea, and Space Grant university. It is the principal research center for the statewide university system, and emphasizes high-tech, high-latitude research in numerous areas including Arctic Biology, Marine Science, Agriculture, Forestry, Geophysics, Geology, and Northern Engineering. UAF research expenditures were $117 million in fiscal year 2012. The Science Librarian will assist with the provision of both in-person and on-line general reference and research services including occasional weekend hours.
The incumbent will be responsible for collection management , specialized reference, research and outreach services pertaining to the physical and biological sciences. Responsibilities include teaching one or more undergraduate courses in a manner consistent with the specific course content description. This will include one section per year of Library Information and Research (LS 101), a one-credit course required for Baccalaureate graduation. It will also include the design and implementation of course integrated bibliographic instruction for undergraduate and graduate level science.
Faculty are expected to hold office hours appropriate for the course(s) being taught. Be proactive in developing and modifying curriculum for delivery and other teaching modalities. Provide University and Community service.
The successful candidate will be expected to meet UAF campus wide criteria for promotion and tenure.
Assist in the revamping of the library's reference and research services with appropriate inclusion of technological advances; reorganization of physical space to accommodate a learning commons environment; expansion of the library's instructional and outreach activities; and the development of data curation and management programs under the rubric of a campus wide institutional repository.
Qualifications: Master's degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited or equivalent foreign-accredited program by date of hire. Evidence of effective communication skills. Bachelor's degree in any of the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) subjects. Experience with collection development, reference services, or library oriented instruction in the sciences. Established record of professional, scholarly, and research activity.
The Oliver Wendell Holmes Library at Phillips Academy is seeking candidates for the position of Circulation Assistant. Under the supervision of the Access Services Manager, the Circulation Assistant will staff the circulation desk, greet patrons, check library materials in and out, answer the telephone and direct calls accordingly and work with faculty for placement of Academic Reserves. Candidate will also assist technical services with book processing and inventory. Must be detailed oriented, have strong organizational skills and provide excellent customer service.
Requirements include knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel. Library experience preferred but not necessary.
Three-quarters time position, 32 hours per week, for 47 weeks. Schedule is Tuesday-Saturday, including Thursday evenings. Candidate must be flexible with work schedule, including working some holidays.
Full background check required. Please submit a resume and cover letter by June 28, 2013 to Human Resources via e-mail hr@andover.edu
The Oliver Wendell Holmes Library at Phillips Academy seeks an energetic, creative and self-directed individual to provide excellent inquiry support services to highly motivated high school students.
The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in library and/or information science from an ALA-accredited institution by the time of appointment, effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, the ability to interact effectively in a multicultural environment with co-workers, library users, and the wider campus community, knowledge of a wide variety of print and electronic resources along with a commitment to continuous learning, and a particular facility for working with teenagers.
Reporting to the Library Director, the position is full-time during the 4 academic terms, with a weekly schedule including four weekday evenings and six hours on Saturday. Competitive salary and benefits. Full background check required.
Submit resume and cover letter by June 30, 2013 to hr@andover.edu
The AmericanAcademy of the History of Dentistry(AAHD) is looking for an individual to fill a part-time position. Our local office is located in the Coolidge Corner area of Brookline.
The applicant should have the skills to be able to maintain our Website :
- our site is based on a customized build of a content management system called Drupal.
- Drupal is written in the PHP programming language, so modifications to the system are coded using that language.
- the visual design of the site is created using Cascading Style Sheets (CSS)
- all the coding changes are done in pure code using a text editor
- configuring e-mailboxes and other administrative functions of the domain are carried out using cPanel, a web-based control panel provided by our hosting service.
( Training will be provided)
Additional responsibilities include general administrative responsibilities, maintaining our organization's membership database, PowerPoint presentations and being able to conduct informational retrieval on- line and various archives/libraries in the Greater Boston area.
Ideally, the candidate has some experience working in database development/ management, working knowledge of archival automation [EAD], Metadata standards and metadata application guidelines. Strong on-line search skills to conduct advanced reference work, citation verification and copyright clearance for hard-to-find documents. However, applicants with strong Microsoft Application skills will be considered.
This is a 10-15 hours per week commitment. Flexible hours. Range $15-17 /hr
Infotrieve is a global leader in providing information services and content management technology to businesses. For more than 20 years we have been providing corporate information centers, R&D facilities, and legal, business affairs and product professionals in more than half the Fortune 500 with a broad array of outsourcing services and software solutions.
The Library Services Manager is responsible for managing on and off site Library Services and staff in accordance with established service levels and approved budgets. Responsible for the management of all aspects of the client relationship. This position is located in Union County, NJ.
Primary Responsibilities
Prepare & communicate monthly, quarterly and annual deliverables to the client's Information Resources management team.
Update and maintain all reporting using various resources and tools (proprietary and commercial)
Collaborate with end-users and business/project teams to identify information needs across a broad range of business functions, disease states and therapeutic areas
Work with management and library staff to streamline workflows and deliver content efficiently
Work in conjunction with vendors and technology teams to evaluate, integrate and deploy information solutions across the organization
Assist end-users with ready-reference questions, customer service and/or assess issues related to Information Resources and services
Work with the client management team, and the client end-users to align the procurement of search & discovery tools, databases and content with the requirements of the organization
Process and track requests for the purchase of books, subscriptions, pay per view document delivery orders and other materials
Reconcile vendor statements and track expenditures for subscriptions and content licenses for information resources throughout the organization
Work with end-users and Client's Subscription Coordinators to implement new subscriptions and to manage subscription renewals and cancellations in a timely and cost-effective manner
Work directly with publishers and vendors to troubleshoot all subscription access issues (including updating IP addresses, repairing broken links, etc).
Provide overall management for the organization of content on the client's Digital Library, including the integration of e-Journals, databases and information resources based on various end-user needs
Participate in the evaluation and application of best practices to deliver electronic information solutions that meet user expectations and maximize value for the organization
Ensure that Library Services operations are conducted in a copyright compliant manner
Work with the client's legal department and Library Team to develop an enterprise-wide Copyright Compliance Policy
Coordinate and implement training programs to increase end-user awareness of basic copyright policy, as outlined by the client's Copyright Compliance Policy
Coordinate Information Center open-house activities and provide resource training sessions
Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all services provided to the client
Participate in other tasks and projects as necessary
Knowledge and Skill Requirements
Master Degree in Library Science or equivalent work experience.
At least 2 years previous corporate library management experience.
Strong customer service orientation.
Strong analytical and problem solving ability.
Working knowledge of library operations, database search tools and library automation packages.
Proven ability to work collaboratively with clients and colleagues to build strong business relationships.
Proven ability to operate under minimal supervision, exercising strong decision making skills.
· Proven ability to manage projects, meet deadlines and deliver on customer expectations.
· Proven technical proficiency in an automated library environment.
· Proficiency with the Internet and desktop software.
· Proficiency with various library based software programs
· Proficiency retrieving information from publisher websites and databases such as PubMed, MicroPatent, etc.
· Proficiency with the Internet, desktop software and library based software applications.
· Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
How to Apply
Please include salary requirements with your resume. Send resume, undergraduate and graduate transcripts to careers@infotrieve.com
Duties: The Library Director reports to the Board of Trustees and plans, implements, and manages all services to the public, including library operations, personnel selection and supervision, policy management, annual budget preparation, and fiscal management of the library facility. The candidate should be well-organized, have excellent written and verbal skills and have the ability to establish working relationships with town officials, community leaders and boards, and the general public.
Qualifications:
MLS from an accredited institution
Previous Director experience preferred. Five years supervisory library experience
Effective personnel management skills
Ability to create and implement an annual budget
Manage and maintain a modern library facility
Knowledge of and experience with library technology and systems
Ability to create and maintain a library website
Develop the library collection
Proactive attitude regarding community relations
Ability to perform all tasks required in a library
Purpose: Create a positive learning environment to facilitate the personal, social and intellectual development of students.
Qualifications: 1.Valid certificate as Education Technology Integrator or Library Media Specialist 2.Master's degree in Educational Technology, Library and Information Science, or equivalent 3.Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate.
Essential Functions: As part of the Library Media Program, this position involves working with teachers and students to use information resources, digital tools and technology to facilitate learning, creativity and innovation with emphasis on literacy and inquiry-based learning. Responsibilities will include evaluation, selection and management of resources, design of learning experiences, instruction in the effective and ethical use of instructional technologies, and collaboration with the middle school learning community to facilitate use of digital resources and technologies.
Roles and Responsibilities:
Facilitator of Student Learning: As an instructional partner, the Education Technology Specialist works with teachers and other educators to make connections between student information needs, curriculum, learning outcomes and information/technology resources.
• Collaborates with teachers in the development of authentic tasks and assessment to ensure integration of information, communication and technology skills. • Provides instruction to students on digital citizenship, ethical use of information and the use of information and technology resources in an inquiry-based environment. • Supports the Common Core Standards and building and district wide instructional goals. Educational Technology Development and Integration: As an information and technology specialist, provides leadership and expertise in the development of emerging and existing technologies. • Promotes the use of emerging tools and technology, integration of digital tools and technologies to support the curriculum • Integrates the use of information resources, tools and technologies for effective and creative teaching & learning. • Supports use of technology and digital tools for learning, emphasizing collaboration and communication of knowledge. • Supports the development of multiple literacies. Program Administration: As program administrator, the education technology specialist works collaboratively with members of the learning community to define and implement policies and procedures to support the Library Media Program and guide all activities related to it. • Works with library media specialists, teaching staff and administrators to develop library policy & practices that support student learning. • Prepares and administers budget according to program goals and establishes procedures for selection, purchasing and maintenance of resources. • Ensures equitable access to resources, digital tools, and technology for learning at point of need. • Includes supervision of personnel, facilities and resources.
Professional Member of the Learning Community As a professional member of the learning community, the education technology specialist demonstrates a commitment to personal professional growth and professional growth of others.
• Maintains active membership in professional organizations. • Remains current in professional practices applicable to information technologies and educational research applicable to library media programs. • Provides and plans for professional development opportunities for building staff.
Terms of Employment: 187 days per year. Refer to the contract between the Londonderry School Board and the LEA for additional information.
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*Master's degree in Library Science *Minimum 7 years of post MLS experience
Preferred: *3+ years of managerial experiencePosition DetailsDepartment: 060021 - O'Neill Library Position: 00001471 - Head Librarian, Access Services & Collection Maintenance Grade or Band: 3RDJob DescriptionThe Boston College Libraries seek an innovative and collaborative Head Librarian for Access Services and Collections Maintenance in the Thomas P. O'Neill Library. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Instruction, Access and User Engagement, the Head of Access Services and Collection Maintenance provides leadership, coordination, resource management, strategic planning and staff supervision for Access Services in the O'Neill Library. The Head cultivates a forward-looking, collaborative environment and sets high user-centered service standards. Working with other public service managers, the Head coordinates access services across all Boston College libraries. The Head is expected to collect and analyze use statistics, prepare reports, and make recommendations for access services and public spaces. The Head Librarian must be able to anticipate needs and take risks in the development of a strong service model.
Essential responsibilities include: *Directing the work of staff for interlibrary loan, circulation, course reserves, and stacks maintenance *Participating in library-wide policy-making and in the development and evaluation of services *Leading discussions about new service *Providing leadership and coordinating access services and policies across all university libraries *Developing systems and training programs related to circulation, course reserves and public service interfaces *Shaping the strategic direction for the off-campus shelving, circulation and collaborative lending and borrowing for the O'Neill collections *Representing Boston College in consortia activities *Intervening when necessary to maintain a supportive approach when resolving user disputes and interpreting policies *Promoting the security of collections and the safety of staff and users
RequirementsRequirements * MLS from an ALA accredited school * Minimum 7 years of post-MLS experience * Demonstrated knowledge and experience developing, managing, and assessing an instruction programPosition Details
Department: 060021 - O'Neill Library Position: 00006065 - Head, Instruction Services Grade or Band: 3RDJob DescriptionHead of Instruction Services
The Boston College Libraries seek an innovative and collaborative Head of Instruction Services. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Instruction, Access and User Engagement, the Head of Instruction Services is responsible for the overall planning, development, marketing, implementation and management of library instruction and orientation services as well as the O'Neill Library research, information and technology support desks and the Information Commons. The Head of Instruction Services must be a hands-on leader, enthusiastically participating in library instruction while coordinating and assessing the instruction of others and able to managing change as the instruction program develops. The Head of Instruction Services will have the opportunity to shape the services available in a reconfigured Learning Commons.
Essential responsibilities include: * Directing and participating in library instruction, orientation events, marketing efforts, and the research , information and technology support desks in O'Neill Library * Assessing library instruction both within the department and across the BC Libraries which includes several special libraries * Providing leadership, training and coordination for instruction and information services across all university libraries * Supervising two Instruction Librarians, the Learning Commons Manager and seven staff as well as assessing the instruction activities of all liaison librarians * Collecting and analyzing use statistics, preparing reports, and making recommendations for instruction and information services for the O'Neill Library * Playing a leadership role in library-wide policy-making and in the development and evaluation of services, systems, and training programs related to teaching and learning programs and public service interfaces. * Leading discussions about new service models including combining and/or creating service points within the libraries and with other University departments * Working with other University departments to provide technology and digital media support for the BC community * Maintaining an awareness of current trends, products and services, and advocates for and implements new initiatives.
Requirements* MLS from an ALA accredited school * Minimum 7 years of post-MLS experience * Undergraduate major or graduate degree in the social sciences preferred * Minimum 3 years of managerial experience preferred * Demonstrated knowledge and experience developing and managing collections * Experience in creating and providing library services and instructionPosition DetailsDepartment: 060081 - Social Work Library Position: 00004675 - Head Librarian, Social Work Library Grade or Band: 3RDJob DescriptionThe Boston College Libraries seek an innovative and collaborative Head Librarian for the Social Work Library. The Boston College Graduate School of Social Work is among the top ten schools of social work in the United States, with programs that incorporate and reflect the Jesuit goals of the university. Five research centers and institutes along with nationally recognized faculty provide a research balance for a student-centered school focusing on innovative approaches to social issues. To facilitate learning and research, the Graduate School of Social Work is fortunate to be one of only a dozen U.S. schools of social work to maintain its own Social Work Library.
Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Instruction, Access and User Engagement, the Head Librarian of the Social Work Library is responsible for the overall planning, development, implementation and management of library services and collections. The Head Librarian must be a hands-on leader, enthusiastically participating in the day to day work while also inspiring staff and users to seek creative library solutions that address the changing demands of the Graduate School of Social Work. The Head Librarian must anticipate needs as yet unknown and take risks in order to reinvent the service model, as necessary.
Responsibilities * Manages overall SWL operations and facilities and represents SWL in meetings and events * Oversees and participates in provision of instruction, reference and circulation services * Creates strong relationships with faculty and administrators * Establishes collection development profiles and policies * Trains, manages, and supervises support and professional staff * Plans, prepares and implements outreach and marketing efforts * Assesses library services and collections * Serves on University Libraries and GSSW committees and task forces and other collaborative groups * Monitors SWL facilities to effect timely maintenance and improvements to the facility
Brief Description: Children's Services Librarian position will assist in managing our children's collection and programs. This position requires the ability to provide library services to a very active and diverse population of children and their families. This person must be able to interact well with children and adults, as well as select, catalog, process, weed and manage budgets for the children's collection and plan, advertise and present a variety of programs throughout the year, as well as during the annual summer reading program. This is a part-time non-union position without benefits for up to 19 hrs/week.
Qualifications: MLS degree from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college and at least 3 years of public library experience, along with excellent written and oral communication skills. Familiarity with the SIRSI system preferred. Will also be responsible as person in charge of the building one evening per week and one Saturday per month. Physical requirements include ability to stand, bend, lift and unpack boxes.
Duties:
Maintains collection of children's materials, selection, cataloging, processing, weeding, and monitors budget for this collection.
Develops and implements special library programs for children through grade six and their families.
Prepares special booklists and displays of interest to children and their families.
Provides library orientation programs for all second and sixth graders in the StoughtonPublic School system as well as others groups upon request.
Develops and maintains cooperative relations with school personnel.
Acts as reader's advisor to children, parents and teachers.
Attends professional meetings.
Performs circulation and desk duties as necessary.
Responsible for supervision of library and staff during some evening and weekend hours.
Administers library's automation system as it relates to assigned department.
Implements computer applications and trains the public in computer use.
Knowledge of automated library systems and PC applications.
Inputs and deletes records on the library computer system.
Performs related library tasks as directed.
Provides in-depth reference service to all age groups.
Job Skills:
Considerable knowledge of library science, data processing and automation.
Considerable knowledge of library policies and procedures.
Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships with others.
Ability to use indexing system in practice in the library.
Ability to supervise others.
Ability to handle a great many details, some simultaneously, with accuracy.
Ability to acquire skills in performing supervision over one or more library units.
Skill in interpersonal relations using tact and diplomacy.
15 hrs per wk -initially two nights 4-9 and one afternoon 12-5;
Saturday hours as needed
QUALIFICATIONS:
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
High school diploma or high school equivalency required. A bachelor's degree or coursework beyond high school is desirable. Requires working knowledge of basic public library concepts and resources, competency to follow oral and written instructions accurately and thoroughly, competency to operate a computer terminal, adaptability and dependability to work well in a team situation, flexibility to fill in during scheduling emergencies and vacation periods, ability to recognize situations that require referral to the full time staff, an interest in and enthusiasm for working with the public, tact, patience, maturity, friendliness.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Performs functions related to circulation control: checkouts, check-ins, inquiries, renewals, reserves, data entry
Assess and collects fines
Answers and routes telephone calls
Registers borrowers and issues library cards
Directs patrons to appropriate service areas
Shelves materials
Assists in additional services areas as needed
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to person essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time to use computer workstations, including keyboard and visual display terminal
Strength to push or pull a loaded book cart which can weigh in excess of 100 pounds on level floor and up ramp, to lift or maneuver onto cart loads of up to 50 pounds, and to carry cartons of books
Must be able to pay close attention to details and concentrate on work
Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permit effective communication
Sufficient vision or other powers of observation, with or without reasonable accommodation, to permit employee to read books and patron requests
Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to type and record library files
Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to re-shelve library materials and work at public service desks
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Works in assigned areas, including office areas, training rooms, various library locations, as necessary
Normal office exposure to noise, stress, and interruptions
Attends and participates in continuing educational programs designed to keep abreast of changes in profession
RATE: $ 15.97 per hour to $19.06 per hour in five steps
APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Internal applicants submit a job bidding form and 2 copies of both your resume and letter of interest; external applicants submit 2 copies of both your resume and letter of interest by 5pm on the closing date to: Personnel Dept, Room 309, City Hall, 795 Massachusetts Avenue, Cambridge MA 02139. Fax 617-349-4312, Email: employment@cambridgema.gov
THE CITY OF CAMBRIDGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. WOMEN, MINORITIES, VETERANS, AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY. CITY OF CAMBRIDGE RESIDENTS ARE ESPECIALLY ENCOUARGE TO APPLY.
SALARY: $15.97 per hour to $19.06 per hour in five steps
DEADLINE: 5:00 pm onJune 20, 2013
APPLY TO:
Please send 2 copies each of cover letter & resume
The Olin Library at Rollins College, Winter Park, Florida, is seeking a talented Discovery & Systems Librarian to lead its implementation of a new URM (unified resource management) or ILS (integrated library system) and contribute to the ongoing development and deployment of digital resources and systems.
Located in the heart of a vibrant, 70-acre lakefront campus setting featuring distinctive Spanish Mediterranean-style architecture and Florida sunshine, the Olin Library serves as a key component in the intellectual life of Rollins College.
A recipient of the 2013 ACRL Excellence in Academic Libraries Award, Olin Library is a successful early adopter of technologies such as Summon and Sustainable Collection Services. The collaborative and service-oriented Olin Library has been nationally recognized for its intentional and extensive integration into the campus community as well as academic programs. Applicants are invited to view the Library's ACRL award application at http://tinyurl.com/olinacrl.
Purdue University Libraries seeks a highly motivated, intellectually curious, and reliable Digital Repository Specialist to support the creation of unique digital collections in Purdue University Libraries. Responsibilities of the Digital Repository Specialist will be split between the development of Human-Animal Bond Research Institute (HABRI) Central, (a grant-funded online resource focused on the health benefits of the human/animal bond--H/AB) and, to a lesser extent, the licensing and upload of content to the Purdue e-Pubs institutional repository.
HABRI Central represents a unique collaboration between a library, a publisher, and a disciplinary center. It is comprised of a bibliography of published and unpublished literature relevant to H/AB studies, a repository of full text and data resources, an online publishing venue, and digital community workspace built on the HUBzero software "platform for scientific collaboration" developed at Purdue University. The Digital Repository Specialist will be responsible for maintaining the repository component of the project, including licensing content from publishers and describing and uploading previously unpublished materials, both visual and textual.
Purdue e-Pubs is the University's institutional repository and contains almost 30,000 documents of Purdue scholarship with over one million downloads annually. It is built on the Digital Commons platform. The Digital Repository Specialist will assist the manager of Purdue e-Pubs with the deposit of Purdue scholarship, checking rights, creating metadata, and uploading materials with some student and part-time staff support.
The Digital Repository Specialist will collaborate with other Purdue Libraries and Press staff to establish repository guidelines, including policies and procedures and metadata standards. He or she will provide regular reports on progress and status and maintain both internal and user documentation. This position will be funded for a period of three years from the date of hire with possibility of extension.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required:
MLS or MIS from an ALA accredited institution, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Working knowledge of issues related to intellectual property, copyright, and deposit agreements.
Working knowledge of one or more major descriptive metadata standards (Dublin Core, EAD, METS, MIX, MODS, PREMIS, or others)
Demonstrated ability to plan and initiate effective programs, projects, and services.
Excellent interpersonal, collaborative, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, in a rapidly changing environment
Preferred:
At least two years experience managing digital content in a library or publishing environment.
Experience in health sciences or veterinary medical librarianship
An understanding of content management systems (e.g., Joomla!, Drupal)
Familiarity with one or more of the following: XML, database design and development, scripting languages such as PHP, Web‐authoring tools, and Web page development.
APPLICATION PROCESS:
To be considered for the position, applications must be made through Purdue University's employment web site at: www.purdue.edu/hr/employment and reference Job Number 1300804. Please include a cover letter with your application outlining your qualifications for this position. Review of applications will begin June 3, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled. Questions can be directed to: libhr@purdue.edu. Resumes or CV's sent to this email address cannot be considered. Please put "HABRI/e-Pubs" in the title of all email correspondence.
Library Director Moline Public Library, Moline, Illinois
Salary: $89,270 to $135,836 Status:Full-time Deadline:06/14/13
Library Director City of Moline seeks a Library Director. Under administrative direction of the Library Board, is responsible for direction, management and strategic vision of the City library and library staff. Serves as advisor to the Library Board. Requires Master of Library Science degree and 5 years experience as a librarian and as an administrator among varied service areas provided by a library. Compliance with City Residency Policy.
Salary starts at $89,270.
For a job description or to apply online, visit www.moline.il.us. Deadline 6/14/13, 5:00 PM.
The West Intermediate School in Wilmington, MA is seeking a certified part time school librarian.
This position is for an engaging, energetic school librarian to teach grades 4 and 5 part time (.3). This position requires the school librarian to:
teach seven classes a week help with technology integration maintain the collection run a book fair troubleshoot technology issues collaborate with teachers knowledgable of the Common Core
Job Classification: Reference Librarian (15 hr/week including evening and weekends.)
Reports to: Senior Reference Librarian or Library Director
Position Description: (The content is qualifying but not limiting.)
Provides excellent customer assistance to patrons of the Bridgewater Public Library and other area libraries by locating and selecting library materials. Responds to requests for information in person, by telephone, fax, email, or by mail. Requests materials from other libraries through interlibrary loan. Provides referral services. Plans, publicizes and carries out library programs. Works with community agencies and schools to provide service. Helps coordinate volunteer program. Guides library users in the use of reference materials, on-line catalog, microfilms, Internet navigation, word processing, special aids and multimedia equipment. Provides bibliographic and multimedia instruction with emerging technologies. Conducts readers' advisory service and answers questions of directional, ready reference and specific search nature. Maintains and compiles statistics as required. Maintains collection through the selection and weeding of library materials and other collection development functions. Ordering and processing materials for collection. Interprets library policies to the public. Assists in development of policies for Internet and other emerging technologies. Designs displays exhibits, bibliographies, videotapes, and other public relations materials. Assists in preservation and restoration of materials in the library's historical collection. Writes grant proposals and administers funded grant projects. Writes press releases and prepares flyers, brochures, newsletter and other promotional materials. Is acquainted with developments in the library field, attends conferences, meetings and participates in continuing education. May undertake special projects and committee work at the request of the library Director.
This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required.
Qualifications:
Master's degree in Library Science from an A.L.A. accredited program or professional certification by the Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners required. Broad background in literature social sciences, the humanities, and/or the sciences. Public experience preferred, strong organizational and customer service skills a must.
Tufts University's Digital Collections and Archives has an opening for a part-time student assistant available beginning July 1. Applicants must be students currently enrolled in the Archives Management program with a graduation date after May 2014, and be available to work 3 days per week, Monday-Friday, 8:30-4:00. This position is focused exclusively on processing and providing access to the records of the Tufts Medical Center.
Responsibilities include:
* Arrangement and Description: arranging and describing the historical records of the Tufts Medical Center and related hospitals; enhancing existing collection description; rehousing and basic preservation activities * Reference: researching and responding to requests by phone and email; welcoming and overseeing researchers in the reading room; fulfilling scanning and other digitization requests for patrons; retrieving and reshelving materials
Candidates should be capable of working fairly independently in a fast-paced archives environment and comfortable juggling multiple tasks and demands. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. This is a student position, so training will be provided, but relevant work experience is a plus.
Interested students should send a cover letter and resume to anne.sauer@tufts.edu.
Tufts University's Digital Collections and Archives has an opening for a part-time student assistant available immediately. Applicants must be students currently enrolled in the Archives Management program with a graduation date after May 2014, and be available to work 3 days per week, Monday-Friday, 8:30-4:00.
Responsibilities include:
* Reference: researching and responding to requests by phone and email; welcoming and overseeing researchers in the reading room; fulfilling scanning and other digitization requests for patrons; retrieving and reshelving materials * Arrangement and Description: arranging and describing collections; enhancing existing collection description; rehousing and basic preservation activities * Exhibit design and preparation * Occasional administrative and office support tasks
Candidates should be capable of working fairly independently in a fast-paced archives environment and comfortable juggling multiple tasks and demands. Excellent written and oral communication skills required. This is a student position, so training will be provided, but relevant work experience is a plus.
Interested students should send a cover letter and resume to anne.sauer@tufts.edu
Annual Competition for the Best Libri Student Paper 2013
Since 1950, through 63 volumes, Libri: International Journal of Libraries and Information Services has been a leader among scholarly journals in the international library world. As part of its strategy to remain one of the premier library journals and to encourage new writers, Libri is issuing a call for "Best Student Paper of 2013." This competition supports Libri's goal of publishing the best articles from the next generation of library and information science professionals. We are proud once again to recognize the very best article with his special award.
Students at all levels* are invited to submit single authored articles with clarity and authority. There is no stated theme. Research papers should address one of the significant issues facing today's librarians and information professionals. Case studies, best practices and pure research papers are all welcome. * Length: approx. 5,000-7,000 words * Language: English * Deadline: June 30, 2013 * Papers should have been written not earlier than January 1, 2012.
The best paper will be selected by an independent panel consisting of selected members of the Editorial Board, the Advisory Board and other international experts. Submissions will be judged on the basis of * originality of thought and observation * depth of research and scholarship * topicality of problems addressed * the international readership of the journal
The author of the winning article will be honoured with an award of 500.00 EUR and with a complimentary subscription to Libri for 2013. If the quality of competition warrants some papers may be designated as honourable mention and the authors will receive complementary subscriptions to Libri for 2013. The normal provision to the author of e-prints and one complete issue applies to all winners. The winning paper is usually made available on open access on the De Gruyter web site.
Manuscripts should be sent to the Libri Editorial Office, Walter de Gruyter GmbH & Co. KG, Mies-vander- Rohe-Str. 1, D-80707, München, Germany, preferably as electronic submissions to alice.keller@degruyter.com.
Author instructions and further indications of the scope of papers suitable for publication in Libri are available at: http://www.degruyter.com/view/ supplement/s18658423_Hinweise_f_r_Autoren_de. pdf
There will be time before publication to format winning entries into Libri format, but entrants are encouraged to review our Guidelines for authors before submission.
All submissions should include a cover sheet confirming: * the name of the institution where the student is or was enrolled * the dates when the student is or was enrolled * the date when the paper was written and the course for which it was prepared
* Exception: Senior information scholars returning to school for additional degrees outside the field of library and information science are not eligible for this award.
Professor Ian Johnson, Joint Editor, Libri: International Journal of Libraries and Information Services, Aberdeen, Great Britain
The Initiative to Recruit a Diverse Workforce seeks to recruit students from traditionally underrepresented groups into careers in research and academic libraries. This program has been funded by the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) for the last ten years. This is the first class since the earliest years of the program that will be funded entirely by voluntary contributions from a select group of ARL member institutions.
The NPR library has recently established an internal historical archive. The archive complements the collection of materials held at the National Public Broadcasting Archives at University of Maryland.
***Please note: The Archive internship at NPR are available only to information/library/archive students and recent grads who have completed archival coursework.***
Responsibilities:
Work under the supervision of the NPR Chief Librarian to describe & arrange the newly created NPR Historical Archive including:
Surveying & appraising incoming or previously received archival materials.
Processing archival materials using MPLP processing guidelines.
Writing descriptive finding aids.
Qualifications:
Ability to balance attention to detail and accuracy with an understanding of "the big picture."
Ability to work independently or collaboratively according to the demands of a project.
Ability to establish rapport quickly and easily with colleagues and clients.
Experience handling deadline pressure and establishing priority among competing demands.
Archival knowledge combining educational and hands on experience.
Familiarity with MPLP, DACS & EAD.
Preferred Skills:
Experience with writing & encoding finding aids for online publishing.
Knowledge of digital & analog file formats.
Experience with writing or editing archival policy.
Experience with digital & analog audio preservation.
Our Marathon: The Boston Bombing Digital Archive is a digital archive--developed by the NULab for Texts, Maps, and Networks at Northeastern University--about the Boston Marathon bombings, lockdown, and beyond. Following the model of the September 11 Digital Archive or the Hurricane Digital Memory Bank, we hope to gather stories, images, videos, and other media related to the recent bombing, its aftermath, and the city's healing process. You can see our working website, still under heavy development and design work, at http://marathon.neu.edu/.
We're looking for volunteers over the summer to help plan our collection strategies; collect contributions; reach out to local organizations, communities, and businesses; design the Omeka site; and build out the technical infrastructure. If you would like to participate in any of these capacities (or in one not mentioned here that you think would be useful), please contact Alicia Peaker at peaker.a@husky.neu.edu.
The Lucy Parsons Center is about to have a serious problem staying open. With only three exceptions, everyone who takes regular shifts will soon be either travelling for the summer or leaving Boston permanently.
If anyone would like to help remedy this situation please get in touch soon, so we can sign you up for a training shift while there's still anybody left to train you.
Give the center a call asap, if you can volunteer, and please spread the word!
The New England Archivists Fall 2013 Program Committee calls for presentation proposals for the Fall 2013 symposium. This symposium inaugurates a two-year trial period during which NEA will host half-day gatherings in the fall and three-day conferences in the spring. It will feature a plenary talk by Jeffrey Schnapp, noted thinker in the realm of digital humanities.
In keeping with the symposium's focus on innovative thinking in our field, the program committee invites you to submit a presentation proposal illustrating a new, innovative idea, or a "what if" scenario. We encourage topics that impact the profession as a whole, subjects that inspire you, or ideas that have yet to be explored by archivists in the New England region. This is your chance to push the boundaries of current archival thought, challenge your colleagues to think in new ways, and start a dialogue around your idea.
Presentations will be grouped together, followed by a moderated discussion between presenters and attendees. Presentations must be no longer than seven minutes and must be in one of the following formats:
PechaKucha - a presentation during which a 20-slide PowerPoint presentation advances automatically at the rate of 20 seconds per slide. For more information, visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PechaKucha.
Under the supervision of the Senior Information and Research Specialist, the intern will support with the InfoCenter Staff in various functions including major administrative projects such as the indexing of an internal information database. The intern will also be involved in research projects and gain valuable experience searching multiple vendor-supported online databases. This is an excellent opportunity to learn from business information professionals within a dynamic management consulting environment.
Preferred candidates are currently enrolled or recent graduates of an accredited library science graduate degree program. The job requires strong written and oral communications skills, critical thinking skills, resourcefulness and creativity. The successful candidate will possess a customer service attitude demonstrating an eagerness to learn and satisfy InfoCenter clients (L.E.K.'s consulting staff).
This is a part-time (20 hours per week, $20/hour), 6 month paid internship. Start and end dates are flexible.
Assist us with our New England's Hidden History Digital Project to make the records of 17th and 18th century Congregational church records available. The intern will assist in activities that make digital images accessible through our Project database and our website. Training provided. Intern reports to Digital Projects Specialist. Must be available to volunteer 2-3 hours per week during regular business hours.
Requirements: Experience with scanning projects Familiarity with metadata Ability to work independently and with others Strong communication skills
The Rakow Research Library of The Corning Museum of Glass is seeking an Outreach Librarian to lead and shape the Library's outreach and oral history programs. This is a newly created position and it promises to be a rewarding challenge for the right person. The person in this position is charged with providing leadership and expertise for library outreach to internal, local, regional, national, and international communities, leading the Library's oral history program. providing high quality reference and instruction services for both on- and off-site patrons, and conducting regular assessment of outreach activities.
The Rakow Library is the world's foremost library on the art and history of glass and glassmaking. Its mission is to acquire everything published on the subject of glass.
The successful candidate will possess a Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program, demonstrated experience in a museum or academic library, excellent written and verbal communication skills and presentation skills and experience in reference. In addition, candidates should have demonstrable leadership abilities. A second masters, and science or oral history related background is desired.
Research Analyst, Prospect Identification and Analytics
Salary - $50-60K
Boston area healthcare leader has terrific newly created position for team player with strong research skills to assist their Advancement & Development efforts.
SUMMARY:
The Research Analyst in Development/Fundraising Research provides prospect identification, analytics support, and research support. The Research Analyst creates concise, accurate, and timely ratings and research profiles using biographical information, financial data, news, philanthropic history, etc. The Research Analyst will also be trained and eventually take part in developing fundraising analytics models.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Identifying and qualifying new prospects for fundraising business units
· Rating the giving capacity of individual prospects
· Supporting the research needs of assigned fundraisers/fundraising teams
· Leading monthly meetings with clients in an effort to identify their fundraising priorities, anticipate research needs, and help them understand and manage their donor portfolios
· Assisting and working closely with Research's Client Services team to identify individual, corporate, and foundation prospects that match client needs
· Spending 10-20% of work hours learning, developing, and applying data analytics skills to assist in the creation of predictive models to help facilitate strategic and financial goals
· Analyzing research requests to determine appropriate level of detail required
· Identifying appropriate resources needed for completion of requests
· Creating concise, accurate, and timely research products using biographical information, financial data, news, and philanthropic history, while adhering to professional standards such as an individual's fundamental right to privacy
· Tracking and disseminating news and information about top donors and prospects
REQUIREMENTS:
· Bachelor's Degree with 2+ years fundraising research experience from a non-profit; or relatable substitute experience.
· M.S. in Library Science a plus.
· Ability to work independently and as part of a team; superior communication, organizational, project management, writing, and analytical skills; ability to manage multiple clients and to meet deadlines.
· The Research Analyst must be a "circular thinker." Prospect information is not always easy to find, and creative thinking about linkages and possible trails to follow are necessary. Must be curious, focused, and knowledgeable in interpreting financial statements, stock transactions, proxy statements, annual reports and must be able to analyze the data. Must have high level writing skills as the reports and briefings prepared in Development Research are used by Trustees, the President, the SVP of Development,
· Technical Skills: Superior skills in Microsoft applications; familiarity with Internet search strategies and online subscription services such as Lexis-Nexis for Development Professionals, Foundation Directory, Wealth Engine, and Alumnifinder. Willingness to learn how to develop analytics models. Experience with SAS or SPSS preferred but not required.
Reports to: Assistant Library DirectorDirectly Supervises: 2.5 Library Assistant IIIs, 1 Evening Coordinator, 0.50 Systems Specialist
Workweek: Full-time; Schedule varies due to the business needs of the library. Must be flexible due to staffing needs and have the ability to work various times including evenings and weekends as needed.
POSITION PURPOSE
Manages personnel, resources and services of Todd Wehr Library Circulation, Reserve, and Media Center operations to provide access to library collections for faculty, staff, students and other library users. Responsible for the maintenance of physical condition and arrangement of library collections. Provides timely and thorough reference service to faculty, staff, students and other library users, using print and electronic resources. Provides oversight of management of the library's Integrated Library System. Coordinates library's internal document delivery service.
ESSENTIAL BEHAVIORS
Build Trust: Operate with transparency, no hidden agenda; place confidence in colleagues, give proper credit to others. Follow through on agreed upon actions. Treat sensitive or confidential information appropriately. Keep emotions under control. Exhibit ethical and moral behavior in everyday business conduct.
Foster Communication: Demonstrate ability to carefully listen to others at all levels of the organization. Seek and listen to feedback and be approachable. Express thoughts and ideas effectively. Display and promote cross cultural sensitivity.
Display Stewardship: Understand business implications of decisions. Conserve organization resources. Look for ways to improve and promote quality. Take personal responsibility. Use resources in an efficient and cost-effective manner.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
In order of importance
Manage Todd Wehr Library Circulation, Reserve and Media Center operations to provide users with access to materials and services. Supervise, train, and schedule day, night, and weekend staff to ensure coverage all hours that the library is open (97 hrs/wk). Maintain high level of customer service and respond to user complaints. Develop and maintain policies and procedures for Circulation functions of the library. Assign coverage at branch libraries whenever needed to keep those libraries open.
Manage the Library on Request internal document delivery service including assigning staff, troubleshooting problems, setting policies, and managing workflow. MCW Libraries' staff process approximately 13,000 requests per year to support the work of faculty, students, residents and other users.
Support Family Medicine programs such as the Winter Refresher.
Responsible for physical management of library collections, ensuring ready availability of physical library materials and informing other librarians concerning problems with electronic formats that might develop at night or on weekends when the Circulation department is open and other library departments are closed.
Maintain proficiency in use of the Circulation functions of the Integrated Library System (ILS); investigate new features; train staff on procedures related to the ILS. Lead the library in long-term planning for the Integrated Library System. Take a leadership role in troubleshooting problems and implementing new services related to the ILS.
Use print tools, online databases, Internet sources and library research skills to provide reference service to library users. Provide literature searches and bibliographic verification using a variety of databases. Teach library classes and update class-related user guides.
Select books and other resources for purchase for the library collection.
Maintain personal continuing education by means of meeting attendance, CE classes, seminars, electronic discussion lists and professional reading. Keep current with advances in information resources and technology, computerized information retrieval systems, and the Internet and share information with other library staff.
Assist with special projects.
MINIMUM POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
Appropriate education and/or experience may be substituted on equivalent basis
Education: Master's Degree in Library & Information Science
Experience: Two years' supervisory experience in an academic, special or medical library in public service department. Preferred: Experience in a medical library.
The Spencer S. Eccles Health Sciences Library at the University of Utah seeks a creative, energetic, personable and self motivated individual to fill the position of Teaching and Learning Librarian. The Teaching and Learning Librarian coordinates and administers the formal educational efforts of the library in a team environment.
These efforts include working with academic faculty in the health sciences curricula, developing and teaching information literacy workshops and classes, providing instruction for specialized topics, exploring the future of library instruction and integrating technology. The person in this position is responsible for assessing and addressing user educational needs, including the needs of remote students and instructors.
This position is a tenure-track faculty appointment, reporting to the Associate Director for Education and Research.
The Shawsheen Elementary School in Wilmington, MA is seeking a full time certified school librarian with 1-3 years of experience.
*We are looking for a highly qualified individual to: *teach library skills to grades one, two, and three on a fixed schedule *engage students to be lifelong readers, critical thinkers, and skillful researchers *collaborate with teachers to support and extend the classroom curriculum *integrate technology into library and classroom curriculum *support the teachers with Response to Intervention
Library and Technology Services (LTS) at Brandeis University is looking for a Records Manager. The Records Manager is responsible for establishing and managing a university-wide Records Management program.
*Examples of Key Responsibilities:*
· Survey departments' records. Provide advice on the management of their records, often determining their appropriate disposition.
· Help departments coordinate with records vendors providing recordsstorage, imaging, and confidential records destruction services. Facilitate the transfer of appropriate records to University Archives, including the submission of digital assets to the Brandeis Institutional Repository.
· Develop and maintain records retention and disposition schedules. Develop university-wide records policies.
· Develop and implement strategies and methods for managing and preserving electronic records and digital assets.
· Develop and conduct training sessions; deliver presentations to the Brandeis community on managing records and the services of the RecordsManagement program.
*Qualifications:*
Master's degree in Information Science, Library Science, Archival Science, or related subject area from an ALA-accredited institution with recordsmanagement coursework. Minimum of three years of professional experience as a records manager or archivist or information manager with recordsmanagement responsibilities.
Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of records management and archival theory and standards, including legal and fiscal issues governing university records. Effective oral and written communications skills and public service orientation to convey program rationales and benefits to audiences at all organizational levels and backgrounds.
Demonstrated ability to work with confidential information and to handle sensitive situations with diplomacy and respect for privacy rights; ability to maintain and safeguard confidentiality of documents and information collected and reviewed. Evidence of accuracy, attention to detail, reliability, and discretion.
Knowledge of and/or experience with electronic records management systems and digital preservation issues. Excellent interpersonal, problem solving, and organizational skills. Familiarity with developments in the electronic records and digital repository fields.
Evidence of program building success; experience leading public programs and outreach preferred. Knowledge of and/or experience with enterprise business and content management systems preferred.
Experience working in a university/college setting preferred. Certified Records Manager preferred.
Physical requirements: Ability to operate barcode reader and computer keyboard; visually inspect paper and electronic documents; and to lift, shelve, and retrieve boxes weighing up to 40 pounds. Exposure to dust/dirt/mold is possible.
How to Apply:
Submit cover letter and resume as a single document at http://www.brandeis.edu/humanresources/jobs/external.html. Elect option for "External Applicant". Sort the job listing by clicking the Job ID column heading. Locate the desired job listing. Click the job title and Apply Now.
The Trustees of the Montague Public Libraries are seeking a forward-looking, community-centered and collaborative Library Director to commence employment in mid-October. The Library Director is responsible for overall management of the library system, its program services including, but not limited to, overseeing facility operations, procurement of all materials, supplies and equipment, representing the library to town government, budget development, financial management, managing the staff, strategic planning and goal setting, developing and administering library policies and procedures, and working closely with the elected Board of Library Trustees.
Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited school and MBLC-certified with at least five years experience (public library preferred). The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
• Strong management and supervisory skills,
• Knowledge of current and emerging information technology,
• The ability to work effectively with staff, government and the public,
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written,
• The desire to initiate and assume major responsibility for new projects such as fundraising for a new building.
Knowledge of the Evergreen system is a plus.
Salary starts at $54,648, depending on qualifications and experience.
To Apply: Cover letter, resume and 3 references to MPL Search, 201 Ave. A, Turners Falls, MA 01376 or montaguelibrarydirectorsearch@gmail.com. Applications accepted until June 21 or until position is filled.
Public Services Student Assistant Schlesinger Library on the History of Women in America. Radcliffe Institute for Advanced Study
Hours needed: Monday - Friday: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Three month full-time position, June-August 2013.
Library: The Schlesinger Library draws thousands of researchers each year to study the history of women in America. The collection consists of manuscript collections of individuals, families, and organizations, with particular strengths in women's rights, suffrage, feminism, health and sexuality, social reform, and education. Some collections of note are the papers of Betty Friedan, Charlotte Perkins Gilman, June Jordan, Julia Child, Pauli Murray, and Judy Chicago, and the records of the National Organization for Women. In addition, the library's book and periodical collections cover the full range of research on women as well as writings by women. The library has a particularly strong collection of cookbooks dating from the late 18th century to the present.
Location: In Radcliffe Yard, 2 blocks from Harvard Square. The yard is between Brattle and Garden Streets in Cambridge, close to the Graduate School of Education, the Divinity School, and Harvard Yard.
Description: Under the supervision of the Public Services Department, student assistants work in the Reading Room; retrieve and reshelve books, periodicals, and manuscript and audiovisual materials; photocopy materials for researchers; and other light processing projects that may arise. In addition, this person may work at the Registration Desk on the first floor.
Experience: Required: Ability to interact well with students, faculty, researchers, and staff. Attention to detail. Some word processing experience. Ability to lift boxes weighing up to 40 pounds.
Preferred: Interest in women's studies. Prior library experience a plus.
Salary: $12.50/hour
To apply: Submit cover letter and resume; Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
EDC is one of the world's leading nonprofit research and development firms. Established in 1958, EDC designs, delivers and evaluates innovative programs to address some of the world's most urgent challenges in education, health, and economic opportunity. Our services include research, training, educational materials, and strategy, with activities ranging from seed projects to large-scale national and international initiatives.
EDC is committed to diversity in the workplace.
The Suicide Prevention Resource Center in the Health and Human Development Division has an opening for a Project Associate (II) (Information Services Manager), reporting to the SPRC Director of Operations and Resources, in Waltham, MA.
The Suicide Prevention Resource Center (SPRC) is funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration to promote a public health approach to suicide prevention. SPRC is hiring a manager of its Information Services team. This team compiles, synthesizes, and disseminates accurate, timely and useful research and resources to professionals in the field of suicide prevention. The manager will be responsible for ensuring that SPRC's weekly e-newsletter, website, library services, social media, and print and electronic publications are engaging, authoritative, up-to-date, and meet audience needs. The manager should be familiar with information technology, including monitoring and synthesizing new research in public health and behavioral health; website content management; product development and marketing; and how to use various media to communicate public health and behavioral health messages. With direct supervision over several professional staff and a role on SPRC's management team, the manager needs to be able to coordinate the workflow of the team members and value a collaborative approach within and among teams.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The person in this position is expected to communicate clearly and courteously; to develop and maintain positive relationships with clients, consultants, collaborators, co-workers, field sites, and funders; and to work respectfully with EDC colleagues. The job requires adherence to EDC policies & procedures.
The Project Associate provides support to project staff, including:
• Serving as backup to manager when needed
• Managing project budget
• Monitoring contractual compliance
• Maintaining records
• Preparing recommendations
• Drafting performance reports
• Writing and developing materials
• Disseminating information, including website content
• Developing presentations
• Managing administrative procedures
• Contributing to design and implementation of business monitoring systems
• Suggesting ideas for improved efficiency or future focus
• Supporting project procurement
• Identifying &recruiting technical consultants; developing their scope of work
• Coordinating proposal development
Specific responsibilities of SPRC's Information Services Manager:
Supervises librarians and the technology associate
Ensures the accuracy, usefulness and timeliness of SPRC's e-newsletter and makes effective use of social media, including Facebook, Twitter, and blogging.
Ensures the SPRC website content is clear, engaging, up to date, and relevant to the audience
Manages the development, editing, and marketing of educational/informational materials on a range of suicide prevention topics
Coordinates and assists team members in monitoring, synthesizing and archiving new research and information from government agencies, national organizations, and other sources.
Coordinates and assists the Information Services team in providing literature reviews and responses to queries from SPRC staff and professionals in the field.
Manages requests for information from the media
The Project Associate
• Coordinates administrative and logistical tasks
• Coordinates project start-up
• Facilitates project teamwork and feedback exchanges
• Collaborates on troubleshooting complex problems, proposing initiatives and recommending or negotiating solutions
• Acts as liaison between home offices and field-based staff
• Coordinates communications and project activities
• Trains and provides guidance or administrative direction to junior staff
QUALIFICATIONS
This position requires educational achievement; excellent writing skills; demonstrable initiative, creativity, and flexibility; ability to work independently and effectively in groups; and strong interpersonal & organizational skills. Specific requirements:
• Bachelor's degree
• Master's degree or equivalent combination of training & experience preferred
• With Bachelor's degree, at least 5 years research, education, international development or administrative coordination experience, requiring computer competence
• With Master's degree, at least 4 years related experience (as above)
• Some prior project leadership or supervisory experience preferred
• Demonstrable organizational and troubleshooting skills
• Strong analytical skills and aptitude for details
Specific qualifications for the SPRC Information Services manager:
Customer service orientation and ability to be responsive and helpful to SPRC's staff and audience
Experience managing website content and using social media to communicate public health and behavioral health messages
Experience with information technology, including public health and/or behavioral health databases and online research tools
Experience managing the development, editing, and marketing of educational/informational materials for a variety of public health and/or behavioral health audiences
Background in mental health, public health and/ or suicide prevention
Hours per week: 35, including some evening and weekend hours
Note: This is a pre-professional position. Eligibility is limited to qualified students currently enrolled in Simmons GSLIS program.
Summary Description of Position: This position supports Library technology needs under the supervision of the Systems & Web Applications Librarian. Responsibilities include supporting the Library ILS and other library systems and software programs; assisting in web application development and enhancement: providing first tier hardware support for staff machines; and hiring and training student workers. (see HR website for full job description)
Primary Responsibilities:
Offer support for the Library ILS and other major systems and software programs
Assist in troubleshooting, maintenance, enhancements, and system upgrades
Provide training to library staff and patrons on technology systems and tools
Participate in the implementation and support of library applications and technology systems
Assist in maintaining and updating Library websites and web applications
Provide assistance with setting up new Library web applications
Provide first-tier hardware support to staff and service point machines
Troubleshoot and diagnose hardware issues
Request support and resolution for technology issues from Technology
Employ technology and systems to optimize library processes and operations
Contribute to the development of processes related to library operations and planning
Staff Reference services for one three-hour shift per week
Qualifications:
Required
Bachelor's degree and current enrollment in the Simmons GSLIS program.
Relevant experience and completion of no more than 3 GSLIS courses.
Preferred
Basic understanding of HTML & CSS web markup languages
Familiarity with SQL and relational databases
Keen interest in Library technology and a high aptitude for technology systems
Competent numeracy skills and strong knowledge of Microsoft Excel
Excellent customer service and communication skills
GSLIS is once again hosting THATCamp here on campus on June 19th in the School of Management. The theme is Publishing, but we are hoping to attract a blend of publishers, librarians, educators, and students. For those who are unfamiliar with THATCamp, "The Humanities and Technology Camp," please see their website to learn more here. We recently hosted THATCamp Libraries in February, and had a great turn out from GSLIS students, faculty, alumni and friends, and received wonderful feedback! Don't miss your second chance to attend an incredibly fun and enlightening afternoon.
Registration is free and open to all, and we are currently seeking workshop presenters as well as session proposals. Lunch and breakfast will be provided, and good times will be had by all. Questions? E-mail gslisfellow@simmons.edu.
CONNECTICUT COLLEGE, a highly selective private liberal arts college, located in the historic seaport of New London, seeks an experienced Librarian to manage the college archives and records management programs; recommend policies; plan and implement procedures; provide reference services for the college archives and serve as its principal contact with administrative and academic offices.
In collaboration with the Director, s/he will be responsible for planning departmental activities, creating and managing digital projects and developing grant proposals; participate in College records management development activities, including records classification, retention scheduling and shipping to and retrieval from off-site storage; work with college offices to identify, evaluate and preserve legal and administrative documents; assist with college exhibits, events and programs; provide instruction and assistance to classes; develop and design college archives web site; regularly archive college website and maintain digital files; instruct and supervise student workers and volunteers; maintain current professional and technical knowledge through training and participation in professional organizations/publications; other duties as assigned or as necessary.
Accredited Master degree in library or information studies with 1-3 years of applicable archival experience required; excellent written and verbal communication skills with knowledge of archival theory/methodology and records management practice. Candidate must also be proficient in the use of integrated library systems, information databases, standard productivity software and archival digitizing equipment and techniques, EAD and web editing software. Some travel required. Starting salary is in the low 50s.
Thorough applicant credentialing, including criminal records check will be conducted on the selected applicant. Forward resume, cover letter and contact information for three professional references to humanresources@conncoll.edu (include LIBR and your full name in the subject line). Accepting applications until June 19, 2013.
Overview: The NPR Library partners with all programs and divisions to address a wide spectrum of research needs including the use of music, which is a hallmark of NPR programming. The NPR Music Library provides production and reference services for NPR programs, and maintains Orpheus, NPR's music asset management system.
***Library internships at NPR are available only to information/library students and recent grads.***
Responsibilities: Work under the supervision of NPR Librarians on a range of efforts that support business needs including: indexing music that has been ingested into Orpheus, assist in providing research services according to level of experience, improving digital infrastructures and workflows through work on special projects.
Qualifications: In-depth knowledge of music gained through study, performance, or other experience. Ability to balance attention to detail and accuracy with an understanding of "the big picture." Experience handling deadline pressure and establishing priority among competing demands. Ability to work independently or collaboratively according to the demands of a project. Ability to establish rapport quickly and easily with colleagues and clients. Experience managing the expectations of others: excellent communication skills in person, in writing, and on the phone. Passion for history, music, pop culture.
Preferred Skills: Demonstrated interest in managing digital resources, including approaches to managing metadata related to audio files. Knowledge of digital file formats. Content lifecycle management experience. Familiarity with the programming languages of the web. Experience providing reference services utilizing commercial databases, government resources, and features of the hidden web.
Please submit a cover letter discussing these qualifications for consideration.
Before applying, we strongly encourage you to read our Internship FAQ's here. Please do not apply for more than 3 internships.
Overview: The NPR library has recently established an internal historical archive. The archive complements the collection of materials held at the National Public Broadcasting Archives at University of Maryland.
***Please note: The Archive internship at NPR are available only to information/library/archive students and recent grads who have completed archival coursework.***
Responsibilities: Work under the supervision of the NPR Chief Librarian to describe & arrange the newly created NPR Historical Archive including: Surveying & appraising incoming or previously received archival materials. Processing archival materials using MPLP processing guidelines. Writing descriptive finding aids.
Qualifications: Ability to balance attention to detail and accuracy with an understanding of "the big picture." Ability to work independently or collaboratively according to the demands of a project. Ability to establish rapport quickly and easily with colleagues and clients. Experience handling deadline pressure and establishing priority among competing demands. Archival knowledge combining educational and hands on experience. Familiarity with MPLP, DACS & EAD.
Preferred Skills: Experience with writing & encoding finding aids for online publishing. Knowledge of digital & analog file formats. Experience with writing or editing archival policy. Experience with digital & analog audio preservation.
Overview: The NPR Library partners with all programs and divisions to address a wide spectrum of research needs, and to maintain NPR's complete audio archives.
Please note: ***Library internships at NPR are available only to information/library students and recent grads.***
Responsibilities: Work under the supervision of NPR Librarians on a range of efforts that support business needs including: archiving digital audio, providing research services according to level of experience, improving digital infrastructures and workflows through work on special projects.
Qualifications: Ability to balance attention to detail and accuracy with an understanding of "the big picture." Experience handling deadline pressure and establishing priority among competing demands. Ability to work independently or collaboratively according to the demands of a project. Ability to establish rapport quickly and easily with colleagues and clients. Experience managing the expectations of others: excellent communication skills in person, in writing, and on the phone. Passion for history, music, pop culture.
Preferred Skills: Demonstrated interest in managing digital resources, including approaches to managing metadata related to audio files. Knowledge of digital file formats. Content lifecycle management experience. Familiarity with the programming languages of the web. Experience providing reference services utilizing commercial databases, government resources, and features of the hidden web. Please submit a cover letter discussing these qualifications for consideration.
Before applying, we strongly encourage you to read our Internship FAQ's here. Please do not apply for more than 3 internships.
RSU #22 seeks a creative and energetic school librarian for grades 3 through 8 at the George B. WeatherbeeElementary School and Reeds Brook Middle School.
The qualified candidate will play an important role in helping to foster a love of learning. He/she will ensure that students are effective users of ideas and information and, with faculty, empower students to be critical thinkers, enthusiastic readers, skillful researchers, and ethical users of information. The librarian will collaborate with classroom teachers and specialists to design a library program that aligns with classroom curricula and units of instruction.
Requirements
A master's degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association
Description: The Advancement division at the Museum of Science is responsible for all fundraising efforts at the Museum. The division comprises the following departments: Annual Giving; Leadership and Planned Gifts; Corporate, Foundation, and Government (CG&F) Relations; Special Events; Research; Data Management; Communications and Donor Relations. Staff in these divisions research potential and existing donors and funding sources, write proposals and reports, and coordinate cultivation and stewardship of all individual and CG&F donors.
Position Summary: The intern, who will report to the Coordinator of Donor Engagement and Stewardship, will assist with stewardship and communications projects. S/he may have the opportunity to sit in division and departmental meetings; s/he may also be asked to work in other departments within the Advancement division. This is a great opportunity to learn about the fundraising field at a wonderful Boston institution.
Responsibilities: Help collect information for writing projects (e.g. from fund managers for endowed fund reports) - Coordinate birthday card mailings - Assist with special events - Enter new/additional information into Millennium database - Help coordinate Annual Report donor list review - Data entry, research, and other duties for the gift acknowledgment process and other projects as assigned by the Coordinator or other members of the Advancement team
Minimum Qualifications: College-level applicant - Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office and ability to learn the department's fundraising database (JSI Millennium) - Interest in fundraising and/or nonprofit management and communications - Strict attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality (imperative) - General office experience a plus - Comfort with multitasking in a high energy environment - Ability to work independently
Additional Details:
Hours / Days Per Week 14-21 hours/week within Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm
Compensation Paid $8 - $8.25 hourly
Duration Summer 2013 (May/June - August)
How To Apply: In order to be considered for an internship, please email the internship program coordinator with the following: The exact internship position title in the subject line A cover letter detailing your interest in and relevant experience related to a specific internship position A resumé that includes contact information of three references You may apply for multiple positions; please send a separate email with a tailored cover letter for each position. Emails are preferred and can be processed more quickly. However, we are also able to accept cover letters and resumés by mail or fax if necessary:
The Roper Center is the largest Public Opinion Dataarchive in existence and an internationally trusted digital repository. Since its founding in the 1940s, the Center has maintained two key objectives: (1) to preserve the voice of the public in the form of public opinion polling data and maintain these data in the most current formats possible, and (2) to disseminate the data in detailed and complete form via intuitive access tools.
The Center's data curation and processing team is currently enhancing curation methods and appropriate metadata structures for born digital materials, while streamlining workflows in order to accommodate archiving a broader and more diverse collection of materials. The Metadata Production Specialist is a new position within the archive team and will work to streamline work processing, integrating best practices to assure quality assurance. This position will play a leading role in supporting long-term management of research data throughout the data lifecycle, including issues of digital preservation and access, intellectual property rights, and security of sensitive data.
Responsibilities
Manages and coordinates various workflows for dataset and summary data release in accordance with expanding digital curation and online accessibility requirements
Analyzes processing streams to develop more efficient production workflows
Oversees the production of and builds metadata content for databases served by online retrieval systems for data discovery to external clients, including the preparation of materials for iPOLL, a question level database
Produces documentation to clearly describe methods of data collection and reporting
Assists in research, review, testing and evaluation of support products or enhancements.
Assists in the development of archival tools and services to support data curation.
Develops scripts, writes, and maintains programs as required for workflow processing.
Advises users on the availability of data and provides user support of Center collections
Coordinates regular ongoing data acquisitions with data providers
Communicates with data producers to secure all necessary metadata pertaining to archived survey materials.
Participates in the development and adoption of archival standards for the Center's collections
Performs other related duties as required.
Qualifications
BA/BS in related field and (including but, not limited to Information Science, Social Science, Computer Science) and 1-3 years experience. Candidates with a relevant MA/MS will be given preference.
Demonstrated metadata development skills, strong data skills, analytical reasoning and logical problem solving along with, a working knowledge of issues and challenges related to data management/curation, including format migration, preservation, metadata, data retrieval and research data use.
Able to manage time and multiple projects in a complex, changing environment with a positive, flexible, creative and innovative attitude.
Demonstrated ability to work individually and collaboratively in a team environment.
Familiarity with one or more current scientific data and metadata conventions.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong editing skills.
The ability to acquire new technological skills and resolve problems in a resourceful and timely manner. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines within a production environment.
Excellent organizational skills, accuracy and attentiveness to detail.
Experience training/consulting with users on computing problems, or programming in a large data processing environment.
A demonstrated ability to oversee student and/or professional staff.
Other Desirable Qualifications/Skills
Candidates with a relevant MA/MS will be given strong preference.
Programming experience.
Familiarity with long-term management of research data throughout the data lifecycle and with common metadata standards, e.g., DDI; understanding of ontology and semantic relationships highly preferred.
Knowledge of common development tools & languages, e.g. Java, SQL, XML/XSLT, PHP, Perl.
Coursework or extensive experience in data management and curation.
To Apply Interested applicants must apply by using Husky Hire. Please, upload a current resume, letter of application, and the names, telephone numbers and e-mail addresses of three professional references. The University of Connecticut is an EEO/AA employer.
Hours per week: 35, including some evening and weekend hours
Note: This is a pre-professional position. Eligibility is limited to qualified students currently enrolled in Simmons GSLIS Program.
Summary Description of Position: Working under the direction of the Access Services Librarian, performs tasks in the functional areas of interlibrary loan, document delivery, course reserves, and stacks maintenance. May coordinate and supervise the work of student workers in one or more of these areas. As a member of the Library's Information Services team, participates in Circulation and Reference services. (see HR website for full job description)
Primary Responsibilities:
Participate in the delivery of interlibrary loan and document delivery services using the Illiad system
Participate in providing a course reserves service to faculty and students using the Ares system
Participate in the maintenance of physical collections in the Beatley library
Participate in the management of student workers
Participate in the work of Information Services and Beatley Library including staffing Reference and Circulation desks
Work Schedule: To be determined by manager. Proposed schedule: Sunday - Thursday, 12:00 - 8:00pm, with flexibility for classes.
Qualifications:
Required
Bachelor's degree and current enrollment in Simmons GSLIS program.
Relevant experience and completion of no more than 3 GSLIS courses.
Preferred
Customer service experience.
Experience working or volunteering in libraries.
Experience with library systems, such as Innovative Interfaces, Inc.'s Millennium and Atlas System's ILLiad and Ares
The Worcester Public Library seeks a friendly, outgoing, creative GSLIS student to work with their young adult librarian. The intern should be interested in pursuing a career working with young adults, be comfortable working in a diverse urban environment, and be able to commit to 5-15 hours per week, or more if desired. This is a wonderful opportunity to experience all facets of YA librarianship in an urban library. The intern will work to improve the digital presence of the library for teens as well as organizing online resources available to them, manage the YA collection, oversee teenage volunteers and assist them when necessary, help plan programs and events for teenagers, attend meetings of the Teen Advisory Group, work with schools and other community youth organizations to provide effective outreach services, provide reference assistance to teens in the library, and implement their brilliant ideas for helping Worcester's teens to succeed!
GSLIS students who have taken either Young Adult Literature or Library Programs and Services for Young Adults strongly encouraged.
The George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, and the Digital Services & Shared Collections Department seeks a versatile and energetic Digital Production Manager responsible for strategically managing staff capacities, multiple fund lines and project timelines, and the specialized equipment and resources for the operations of the Digital Library Center (DLC). The Digital Production Manager has oversight of projects and staff in the areas of bibliographic control, imaging/post-capture processing, quality control & structural metadata, audiovisual conversion/formatting, and optical character recognition/metadata enhancement/archiving. Makes project level decisions in collaboration with the Head of Digital Services, and works closely with external and internal clients to ensure an appropriate flow of materials. Manages digitization processes and services and advises customers on technical specifications. This position encompasses both technical and managerial roles and responsibilities.
The deadline for applications is June 10, 2013. Interested candidates should follow the application procedures outlined in the Position Vacancy Announcement at: http://www.uflib.ufl.edu/pers/StaffPositions.html.
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of its faculty and staff. Applicants from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities and disabled persons, are especially encouraged to apply.
The Dover (NH) Public Library (http://library.dover.nh.gov) is accepting applications for an "Adult Services Librarian". We are seeking an innovative, enthusiastic, customer-oriented professional to provide vision, leadership and expertise related to collections and services for adults. This person will possess an exemplary knowledge of literature, popular media and culture, will oversee all aspects of the library's main circulation department, will supervise a part-time staff of seven, and will lead developments to enhance the library's programming and outreach services. Position requires a multi-faceted self-starter, capable of handling multiple competing priorities while working in an often fast-paced, public service desk environment. This staff member is part of the Library's administrative team and reports to the Library Director.
Dover is the fastest growing city in New Hampshire and its 5th largest with a population of just over 30,000. Just 10 miles from the NH seacoast, Dover is about one hour away from Manchester NH, Portland ME and Boston MA. The library circulates nearly 300,000 items annually and its budget is just over $1 million. Over 90% of Dover residents have library cards and we share an automated library system with the City's five public school libraries. The Dovernet Libraries have will be migrating in mid-August to a Koha-based open source ILS. We are enthusiastic proponents of social media outreach tools and currently have 1.055 followers on Facebook plus 454 on Pinterest and 489 on Twitter. Our website received over 2 million hits in 2012 and is currently undergoing a major CMS redesign.
Responsibilities
Position requires a multi-faceted self-starter with strong customer service skills, and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Capably handles multiple competing priorities while working in an often fast-paced, public service desk environment.
Performs circulation desk duties and handles and resolves patron concerns and complaints.
Possesses exemplary knowledge of authors, titles, genre literature, plus popular media and culture.
Has proficiency with automated library systems, social media and content creation tools.
Has strong verbal and written communication skills in order to interpret library policy & procedures effectively to all users; establishes strong, friendly rapport with patrons.
Provides Readers Advisory assistance to patrons.
Acquires all adult DVDs and music CDs and participates in other print acquisitions for adult collections.
Schedules, trains, supervises, coaches, communicates with, and evaluates assigned library assistants at adult circulation desk plus library pages.
Teaches patrons how to use various library technologies such as the OPAC, subscription databases, eServices, downloadable books, Internet and PCs.
Contributes regularly to library social media platforms & website content.
Develops monthly newsletter, library displays, and creates signage.
Looks for ways to further promote customer-focused services; develops novel ways of packaging, sharing, and promoting library services to the general public.
Coordinates monthly art exhibits and takes the lead in developing adult programming schedule.
Recommends policy and procedure changes.
Familiar with Microsoft Publisher plus other Office products and common computer applications.
Selects and evaluates materials for weeding, replacement, repair, or withdrawal through periodic analysis of collection management reports. Tracks missing or lost materials.
Supervises public shelving areas, maintains "extra copies" collection and storage of basement materials.
Analyzes space needs; maintains diverse, fresh, and attractive collections in all adult areas through creative marketing.
Monitors various library statistics and maintains records.
Handles all patrons' suggestions for purchase.
Collaborates with other staff members to create a positive, welcoming environment and help maintain building discipline.
Troubleshoots and resolves minor computer and printer issues.
Manages Meeting Rooms' bookings and schedules, and manages museum pass bookings, schedules and renewals.
Participates in hiring of new circulation desk staff & pages.
Recruits and trains all circulation volunteers.
Conducts bi-monthly circulation meetings.
Conducts occasional library tours.
Proctors exams for patrons.
Leads library bookclub(s).
Orders needed supplies.
Attends Friends of the Library meetings in the absence of the Library Director.
Maintains current knowledge of relevant new technologies and library trends.
Knowledge, Skills and Ability Requirements
Committed experience working with the public in a library setting.
Experience working with an automated library system.
Knowledge of print, database, and online information sources.
Experience with Microsoft Office applications.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and oral.
Demonstrated ability to think critically, analyze problems, and develop and implement creative solutions.
Experience working with, and instructing, customers with all ranges of technical expertise.
Evidence of a high degree of initiative and versatility, a committed customer-service focus, and a desire to master new technologies.
Working knowledge of social media and community engagement tools including Facebook, Twitter, and Pinterest, and other content creation systems.
Ability to maintain effective working relationships with department heads, employees, and the public and to deal with service problems courteously and tactfully.
Education Requirements:
Master's Degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university; at least 1 year of professional library experiencewith a concentration in public services is preferred, but graduate students in an accredited MLS program in their final semester are also eligible to apply. Experience with an automated integrated library system (ILS) is essential.
If you are committed to collaboration and wish to join a library that believes in continual improvement and exemplary customer service, your next job may be at the Dover Public Library. To see the complete job description and download the job application, go to: http://www.dover.nh.gov/employment.htm. Responses must be received by June 20, 2013.
Lawrence High School; Fairfield, Maine (MSAD#49) seeks a high school library media specialist, pending Board budget approval, June 11, 2013. This person should hold an MLS or MLIS and State of Maine School Library Media certification.
The position entails collection development, assisting staff and students in location of materials, teaching information literacy to students, managing an annual budget, assisting with audio visual equipment, including digital technology; and participating on school-wide and District curriculum committees.
Please contact Principal Pam Swett (207-453-4200) for further information.
Position Description Reporting to the Head, Special Collections & University Archives Department, the Special Collections Librarian has curatorial, instruction, and outreach responsibility for map collections and supports a broad range of departmental initiatives.
General responsibilities include:
Developing and managing print and manuscript map collections, sensitively building upon existing strengths and exploring new areas for development.
Coordinating instruction sessions utilizing map collections, developing public programming, and integrating the history of cartography into departmental activities.
Setting priorities for map collection processing and cataloging.
Collaborating with colleagues working in areas of collection development, archival and manuscript processing, rare books cataloging, preservation, and digitization.
Providing reference services and supporting day-to-day operations, which may include some supervision of staff.
Developing donor and dealer relationships, particularly with map collectors, and cultivating campus and community partners.
Participating in Libraries' initiatives outside of Special Collections & University Archives by serving on Libraries' and campus committees and contributing to other relevant activities and events.
Maintaining a course of personal professional development through active participation in rare book, manuscript, and archives professional associations or other professional activities external to the Libraries.
Required Qualifications:
Graduate degree in library science from an ALA accredited institution.
Demonstrated ability to work creatively in a rapidly changing environment.
Demonstrated knowledge of or experience with emerging trends in rare book and manuscript librarianship.
Demonstrated ability to work productively and sensitively with library and university colleagues, faculty, students, researchers, and donors.
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment where consultation, flexibility, collaboration and cooperation are essential.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity in the workplace or community.
Experience or demonstrated knowledge of digital collections, concepts, and techniques.
Demonstrated interest in professional development that will enhance the candidate's value to the Libraries, the University, the profession, or the scholarly community.
Desired Qualifications:
Experience in a Special Collections, archives, or museum environment.
Experience in or demonstrated knowledge of the antiquarian map trade, including acquisitions by purchase or donation.
Experience in or demonstrated knowledge of the history of cartography.
Experience in or demonstrated knowledge of best practices for digital mapping applications.
Reading knowledge of one or more Western European languages other than English.
Salary and appointment Appointment will be made at the Librarian level with a salary range of $43,000 to $46,000. Start date is negotiable. The University of Iowa offers an attractive package of benefits including 24 days of paid vacation per year, your choice between two retirement plans and two University of Iowa health insurance plans, dental insurance, pre-tax child and health care spending accounts, and additional options.
The University of Iowa Libraries: The University of Iowa library system consists of the Main Library, the Hardin Library for the Health Sciences and a number of branch libraries. The Libraries has more than 5 million volumes including thousands of electronic resources and coordinates the development and maintenance of the University's locally-created open access digital resources including the Iowa Digital Library, featuring close to a million digitized texts, images, and audio and video recordings, as well as Iowa Research Online, our institutional repository. Our Special Collections include over 200,000 rare books, ranging in age from the 15th century to newly created artists' books.
Library systems are built on a mix of open source, locally developed, hosted services, and vended applications primarily from Ex Libris, OCLC, and Microsoft. The University of Iowa is a member of the Committee on Institutional Cooperation (CIC), ARL, OCLC, CRL, SPARC, CNI, CLIR, LOCKSS, CLOCKSS, and Portico. The Libraries provides a program of support for professional development activities and its staff members are actively engaged in national cooperative efforts.
The University and Iowa City: A major research and teaching institution, the University of Iowa offers internationally recognized programs in a diverse array of academic, medical, and artistic disciplines, from otolaryngology to fiction writing, printmaking to space science, hydraulic engineering to dance. The University consists of a faculty of 2,000 and a permanent staff of 13,000 serving 30,500 students, more than 40% of whom are from out of state and close to 10,000 of whom are registered in graduate and professional degree programs. Approximately 9% of the University's faculty and staff and 10% of its student body are members of minority groups, and 8% of the students are from foreign countries.
The University of Iowa is home to the Writers' Workshop, the oldest graduate creative writing program in the country, and the blueprint for many of the creative writing programs that now thrive on campuses worldwide. It is also home to the International Writing Program where, since 1967, over a thousand writers from more than 120 countries have participated. The University has recently instituted a program in creative writing in Spanish. Finally, UNESCO designated Iowa City as the world's third City of Literature in 2008.
Iowa City is a community of some 68,000 people (more than 150,000 live in the surrounding area) with excellent educational, recreational, and cultural advantages. It is consistently cited in the national media as a city with an excellent quality of life. The city is readily accessible via interstate highways and a major airport is only 30 minutes away. The community is growing in its diversity; within the Iowa City Community School District, 33% of the students are minority, with 17% identifying as African-American, 9% as Latino/Hispanic, 7% as Asian-American, and .4% as Native American during the 2011/12 school year.
Application Procedure: To apply for this position, please visit the University of Iowa Jobs@UIOWA website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu. To help facilitate your application process, note the requisition number 62720. Applications must be received by 06/16/2013.
**This is a two year term appointment with the possibility of extension.**
The MIT Libraries seek an enthusiastic, service‐oriented person to join our Resource Sharing Team. This position provides the opportunity for developing library skill sets related to access services, document delivery, and interlibrary lending and borrowing in a dynamic academic library setting.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Resource Sharing Manager and in collaboration with team members, the Resource Sharing Assistant facilitates access to materials held in the Libraries for reciprocal borrowers, academic and public libraries and private institutions. S/he fills interlibrary lending/document delivery requests using various online systems and responds to patron queries about their requests and accounts and copyright issues. S/he verifies citation and location information for materials using both electronic and print sources. The Assistant will be conversant in consortial arrangements, developing and maintaining knowledge of request methods, holdings, and payment and delivery arrangements as they apply to specific customer groups. S/he communicates policies and procedures to customers and may participate in creating and refining related resource sharing documentation. The Assistant will develop a working understanding of ILLiad, RAPID, NRE, Relais, Request Tracker, MIT Libraries' web pages, and web forms in order to provide excellent customer service in assisting patrons, troubleshooting/reporting problems, and responding to other library staff. S/he also resolves lending/borrowing issues and overdue items in NRE, Relais and ILLiad. As a member of the Resource Sharing Team s/he contributes to the interlibrary borrowing service and, as a staff member of ID&LA, supports one or more of the Libraries' service points. S/he is responsible for processing incoming and outgoing material, may participate in hiring or directing the work of student employees, and may also participate in local and system‐wide committees and/or projects.
QUALIFICATIONS: Required ‐ Minimum 6 months direct/related experience that provides understanding of library or service functions (post high school education can count toward experience). Solid experience with standard computer software such as Windows and ability to learn and master new software, systems and technology. Demonstrated strong commitment and ability to deliver superior customer service in person, via email, phone, including tact and ability to empathize, listen carefully and understand user needs. Proven excellence in interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written. Ability to work and contribute both independently and as an integral part of a service team. Strong organizational skills, including ability to excel in a service‐oriented environment, manage competing priorities, and meet deadlines. Well‐developed problem solving skills, including ability to identify problems, exercise good judgment and carry out solutions. Strong data entry skills and aptitude for detail oriented work. Flexibility to successfully adapt and to work creatively in a dynamic environment. Ability to lift 40 lbs, move boxes, shelve library materials and push book trucks, and a tolerance for exposure to dust. Preferred - Bachelor's degree. Experience in academic and/or research library, especially in interlibrary loan. Experience in customer service environment. Experience working with ILLiad, Aleph, RAPID ILL, NRE and/or Relais.
HOURS: 35 hours per week, Monday‐Friday, 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Some flexibility in scheduling is possible.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Apply online at: http://hrweb.mit.edu/staffing/index.html. MIT is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community and particularly encourages applications from qualified women and ethnic minority candidates.
Location: Position based at the Harrison Gray Otis House, Boston, Mass. Some work at other facilities may be required.
Description: Historic New England seeks to fill the temporary position of Museum Technology Specialist. The MTS will be responsible for assisting the Information Technology Officer and other staff as assigned in the day-to-day handling of technology support at a complex, multi-site organization. The position includes fielding help desk inquiries; assisting with hardware and software upgrades, infrastructure implementation and evaluation; and helping support the move of staff offices to newly-renovated space in Historic New England's Haverhill facility. S/he may also assist with projects related to digital asset management or electronic records management as time and skills allow.
Qualifications: Applicants should have an undergraduate or graduate degree in technology, information science, computer science, or a related field, or equivalent experience. The position requires a thorough understanding of common desktop applications and operating systems, including Microsoft Windows XP, Windows 7, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Creative Suite. The successful candidate must have excellent customer skills, the ability to work with users with a wide range of skill levels, the ability to troubleshoot technology issues remotely via telephone and remote screen sharing, and an understanding of computer networking and telecommunications. Familiarity with databases, digital asset management systems, and other commonly-used software tools in the museum field is preferred.
Applications: Please send resume and cover letter to jobs@historicnewengland.org. This position will be filled as soon as possible.
This job involves consistent interaction with library patrons both in person and over the phone to help them locate materials in the print and online collections. A Patron Services Assistant must be comfortable working in a group with frequent interruptions and have the ability to communicate clearly with fellow library staff and library patrons. A customer service work ethic and the ability to juggle multiple ongoing projects are expected. The Patron Services Department works closely with the Reference and Membership Departments to provide efficient and on time library services.
Greeting patrons when they enter the library; making sure members and non-members properly log in to the library system; providing orientation to the library and the collection; checking materials in and out; corresponding with patrons via phone, email and in person; retrieving materials for patrons requested via phone, email or online catalog; referring patrons to the Reference Department; communicating with the Reference Librarians; and opening and closing the Library.
2. Filling Document Delivery orders (30%)
Receiving and retrieving copy orders placed by phone, email, fax, online or in person; copying and scanning materials using photocopier or microfiche reader/printer to fill orders; delivering orders via email and USPS; running credit card information; using an online order system to track and maintain orders; retrieving court documents from the Supreme Judicial Court and Appeals Court Clerk's office.
3. Performing Collection Maintenance (30%)
Primarily includes scanning and shelving materials in the library by location and call number; shelf reading for accurate call number order; updating loose-leaf filing volumes as needed; and assisting with collection shifts, stack labeling or other clean up projects.
4. Other duties as assigned (10%)
These can include everything from helping to set up for library events and sending bulk mailings to placing service calls for broken copiers and managing library card problems.
PositionRequirements:
Education: Bachelor's degree and current enrollment in a library science program also required.
TheSocialLawLibraryisanair-conditionedsmoke-freefacility. Position requiresstaminatoload,unloadand push book trucks andworkon one'sfeet for periodsofuptothreehoursat a time. Jobentails some moderateliftingandfurnituremoving.
Hours: This 21-24 hourperweekpart-timepositionistobeworkedinshiftsofnofewer than 3hoursbetween8amand8pmMonday throughFriday-a minimumoftwo closing shifts(til8PM)is required, including a Tuesday or Thursday. Specificdaysandhours tobemutuallyagreeduponwith thePatronServicesLibrarian.Regular attendanceisrequired;a fixedschedule mustbemaintained.
If you are a GSLIS student interested primarily in music library/music archives opportunities, I'd like to direct your attention to a newly launched Google Group email list which is overseen by the New England chapter of the Music Library Association (NEMLA).
The purpose of the NEMLA Internship Google Group is for libraries and archives to post music-related internship opportunities in the New England or greater-New England area, which can then be browsed by students or early-career professionals interested in pursuing opportunities in the music librarianship field.
We hope to add more internship opportunities as the email list grows, so please subscribe/check back often.
Th Polish Genealogical Society of Massachusetts is an educational non-profit with the mission to assist individuals researching their heritage as well to assist in preserving and documenting Polish-American culture in Massachusetts.
Our organization has a possible unpaid internship opportunity for someone possibly with an interest in Cultural Heritage. We have a genealogical room at the Polish Center for Discovery and Learning in Chicopee and a large amount of documents and resources. I provide this link to our website for a bit of background information: http://www.pgsma.org/
The Intern will work closely with the Head of Digital Programs and Digital Programs Resident, and collaboratively with members of the Digital Programs, Archives & Special Collections, and Technical Services departments, on projects involving the digitization and cataloging of archives and manuscript materials. Duties will include digitizing materials from Archives & Special Collections, creating MODS metadata records, and special projects as needed.
Qualifications
Required:
Enrollment in the GSLIS program.
Attendance at the GSLIS West program.
Excellent oral and written communication, organization, technology, and problem-solving skills.
Preferred:
Experience with digitization and digitization equipment.
Familiarity with metadata schemas such as Dublin Core and MODS; content standards such as AACR2 and DACS; and controlled vocabularies.
Experience handling archives/special collections/institutional records.
Completion of LIS 415 - Information Organization
Hourly rate:
$11.00/hour
Hours/week:
15-20 hours per week
Days and times needed:
Hours are flexible but must be scheduled in at least 2 hour blocks; hours must occur Mon-Fri8:30 am-4:30 pm.
The State Library of Massachusetts is offering internships for cataloging students interested in gaining a deeper understanding of cataloging by applying the skills and knowledge gained in LIS415 in a practical library setting. The internship will focus on editing existing cataloging records that have recently been created as a part of the library's retrospective conversion project. The internship will also include some original cataloging of monographs that were not included in the scope of the retrospective conversion.
During the internship you will:
∙ Learn how to use cataloging software (OCLC Connexion and Evergreen ILS)
∙ Learn the basic rules and standards for cataloging (RDA, AACR2, and MARC)
∙ Edit existing cataloging records for monographs
∙ Create original cataloging records for monographs
∙ Apply barcodes and call number labels to the newly cataloged materials
∙ Reshelve the materials that you have cataloged
Although these internships are unpaid, they will provide you with valuable work experience in a unique library setting. The State Library is conveniently located in downtown Boston in the Massachusetts State House. Internship schedules are flexible during our operating hours (Monday through Friday, 9am-5pm).
To apply, please email a cover letter and resume by Monday, June 10, 2013, to:
The MIT Sloan School of Management is working on a centennial history project for Course XV. One of the projects includes a book and the writers are looking for someone to help with photo research.
Introduction The archives intern selected for the Archives / Curatorial division will support preservation projects on the historic archival collection held at the site.
Background Frederick Law Olmsted National Historic Site is a 7.21 acre property located in Brookline, Massachusetts. The mission of site is to preserve and interpret the legacy and significant resources associated with Frederick Law Olmsted, founder of American landscape architecture, and the premier landscape design firm he established in 1883 at his "Fairsted" property in Brookline, Massachusetts. Olmsted retired from practice in 1895, at which point his sons and successors perpetuated his design ideals, philosophy and legacy over the course of the next century.
The Olmsted home and office were designated a National Historic Landmark in 1963 and became part of the National Park Service in 1979. Primary resources include the historic Olmsted House, Office, residential landscape, and archival collections containing approximately 1,000,000 original design records associated with more than 6000 projects. Olmsted National Historic Site manages an active research program that provides access to archival documentation for the study and rehabilitation of Olmsted-designed landscapes nationwide. In addition, the park offers programs and exhibits on the firm's work and legacy; and engages young people in thinking and learning about the history and contemporary relevance of public parks through a growing menu of curriculum-based programs.
Internship Overview: The SCA applicant selected for this internship will gain valuable experience in historic site museum operations. Specifically, the intern will have opportunities to participate in the historic preservation of archival collections. This intern will collaborate with experienced archivists to gain knowledge in the field of cultural resource management and preservation.
Internship Goals and Objectives:
Develop knowledge of the cultural resources held at the national historic site.
Successfully complete historic preservation projects related to our core mission.
Gain knowledge in the field of archives and museum studies.
Assist with digitizing the historic landscape photograph albums.
Provide informal visitor contact while working on resources.
Work with archives staff to re-house museum collections and edit collection finding aids.
Learn about the history and mission of the National Park Service, and understand the role that preservation of museum collections plays in cultivating public stewardship of natural and cultural resources managed by the NPS.
Project Scope:
Understand park and agency missions, and how preservation of cultural resources plays a vital role in the achievement of these missions.
Understand the principles of cultural resource management and use them to participate in meaningful projects that allow visitors to forge connections with the site and its stories.
Work with senior staff to refine collections care skills.
Communicate regularly and effectively with NPS colleagues and park partners.
Understand the roles/responsibilities of park staff and volunteers as they relate to preservation and safety.
Demonstrated experience working as a member of a team to accomplish a project.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Desire to and/or background working in public service.
Special Skills Required: The incumbent should have familiarity with basic archival practices and have experience using a computer. In addition, the applicant should have demonstrated experience working as a member of a team to accomplish projects and operational goals and objectives; a desire to and/or background in working with people of varied ages; In addition, the incumbent should be highly motivated and interested in public service.
Other Information: Contact Person: Michele Clark 617-566-1689 x231 Michele_Clark@nps.gov
Supervisor: (same)
Additional Training Provided by the Park: Intern will be provided with in-house training regarding the safe handling and care of museum collections and use of the ICMS (Interior Collection Management System) used to manage museum collections. First Aid and CPR training will also be available.
Benefits: 22 Days Annual Leave, 15 Days of Sick Leave, 3 Days Personal Leave, 15 Paid Holidays, Tuition Remission, Health, Dental, Vision, and Prescription
As the largest university library system in the Washington D.C.-Baltimore area, the University of Maryland Libraries serve 37,000 students and faculty of the flagship College Park campus. The University of Maryland Libraries share the teaching, learning and research goals of the university. Its role as a key academic resource is evident in its service to the academic community and its actionable strategic plan.
The University of Maryland Libraries is seeking a Head for the Metadata Services Department that will lead a service-centered department in designing, implementing, and assessing a wide range of processes that rely on metadata to provide access to the University of Maryland Libraries scholarly resources in all formats. In a collaborative environment, plans and develops policies, workflows, and special projects. In partnership with colleagues in Public Services, Collection Management, and the Information Technology Divisions, has primary leadership responsibility for knowledge access strategies through the Libraries' discovery systems.
Requirements:
MLS degree from an ALA-accredited institution of higher education.
* minimum of five years professional cataloging/metadata experience in a library serving similar clientele.
* minimum of three years supervisory experience with evidence of successful and innovative management and results-oriented operations.
* demonstrated abilities to creatively work with library faculty, staff and others.
* demonstrated knowledge of current and emerging trends, issues, and methods of access to scholarly resources, combined with a strong service orientation.
* excellent planning, organizational and communication skills.
* working knowledge of metadata standards and applications.
* demonstrated ability to meet faculty appointment, promotion, and permanent status criteria
Position is appointed to Librarian Faculty Ranks as established by the University System of Maryland Board of Regents. Rank at appointment is based on the successful applicant's experience and relevant credentials. For additional information, consult the following website: http://www.president.umd.edu/policies/ii-100B.html.
No relocation assistance will be provided. You must be legally able to work in the United States; the University of Maryland Libraries will not sponsor individuals for employment. An application consists of a cover letter which includes the source of advertisement, a resume, and names/e-mail addresses of three references.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received and accepted until July 20, 2013.
The Harvard Law School Library has a part-time (17 hours per week) position available for an Open Access Assistant, starting immediately, to assist with administration of faculty publications in Harvard's DASH Open Access repository and other open access projects.This is a great position for anyone who is interested in learning more about open access scholarly communication law and policy. The Open Access Assistant will gain administrative and technical experience from working with a DSpace repository at the law school's Cambridge campus.
Basic knowledge or interest in learning more about copyright and publication licensing is a plus, and training will be provided. Compensation is $12.00 per hour.
Applicants for this position should forward a resume and a statement of interest by e-mail to: June Casey, Librarian for Open Access Initiatives and Scholarly Communication, Harvard Law School: jucasey@law.harvard.edu.
Infotrieve is a global leader in information services and content management technology for businesses. For more than 20 years we have been providing corporate information centers, R&D facilities, and legal, business affairs and product professionals in more than half the Fortune 500 with a broad array of software solutions and services.
Position Overview We are seeking a talented Advanced Referencing Services Specialist with the desire to provide top-notch service to our blue chip clients. In this role you will utilize your strong on-line search skills to conduct advanced reference work, citation verification and copyright clearance for hard-to-find documents utilizing specialized in-house and commercial databases.
This is a great opportunity for an exceptional recent MLS graduate with a strong desire to work with both leading edge software and some of the most highly respected companies from a variety of industries. This position will be located in Wilton, CT and will report to our Client Services Supervisor.
Responsibilities
Ensure document orders are accurately matched to bibliographic records in internal databases by consulting multiple online library catalogs
Perform searches across specialized databases to verify citations and update internal database information
Locate source publications containing hard-to-find documents including journal articles, theses and dissertations, periodicals, conference proceedings and patents
Obtain copyright permissions for hard-to-clear documents
Initiate contact with publishers and vendors to fill document requests
Communicate order status updates to clients
Requirements
MS degree in library and information science
2 years experience in a corporate or academic research position
Proficiency using citation databases such as PubMed
The Town of Hebron and the Douglas Library of Hebron Board of Trustees are seeking an enthusiastic, energetic, community oriented, and technically proficient Director who will continue to develop the Library's role as the cornerstone of the community's intellectual and cultural life, as well as provide strategic direction for the Library's future.
The Director is responsible for administration of the library operation, including: the hiring and retention of staff; development and maintenance of collections of print and non-print materials and access to online resources; planning for ongoing program development; budgeting and financial management; communication and working relationships with Town government, community organizations and media; cooperative liaison with other libraries and agencies relevant to the delivery of library services.
Qualifications include: Master of Library Science (MLS) or Master of Library and Information Studies (MLIS) from an ALA accredited program; with increasingly advanced public library administrative experience, including management of library support and professional staff; demonstrated experience in providing leadership. Competitive salary and benefits. Please visit www.hebronct.com for more details. Candidates should send a cover letter and resume to the Town Manager, Town of Hebron, 15 Gilead Street, Hebron, CT 06248 by June 14, 2013. EOE.
irector, Ruth Lilly Medical Library Indiana University School of Medicine
Position Overview:
Indiana University School of Medicine seeks a Director to serve as the senior administrative leader for the School of Medicine's Ruth Lilly Medical Library (RLML). The Indiana University School of Medicine, established in 1903, is the only allopathic medical school in the state of Indiana serving 1200 medical students educated on nine campuses across the state, more than 1100 resident and fellow trainees, approximately 400 students in masters and PhD programs, 250 undergraduate students in health professions programs, and over 4000 full, part-time and volunteer faculty. The Director is responsible for providing leadership and oversight for the delivery of academic and knowledge-based information resources and tools aligning the library's strategic plan with the goals of the School of Medicine across its missions of education, research and clinical service.
Qualifications:
The Director should be a faculty member with extensive experience and credentials to justify the rank of Professor/Librarian and have a Master's Degree or PhD in library or information science earned from a program accredited by the American Library Association. S/he should have progressive and accomplished experience in library administrative/leadership roles that include significant responsibilities for budgetary oversight and resource planning. A minimum of 5 years of supervisory experience in a medical library is preferred, including evidence of successful supervision of professional staff and faculty. Knowledge in the breadth of library operations including managing electronic resources, collection development and document delivery as well as knowledge and skills in evaluating, implementing and making accessible, new knowledge based technologies is needed.
The successful candidate should have an established track record of successful grant funding, scholarly dissemination and collaboration with educators, researchers and clinicians. The Director should be a dynamic leader with the ability to develop and cultivate a highly functioning team that delivers results and to champion change and continuous improvement initiatives in a complex academic health center system. Above all, the Director must bring the ability to foster relationships with faculty, staff, students, and other stakeholders thereby ensuring the success of programs created by the library.
Priority deadline is Monday, June 3, 2013. Interested applicants should create one PDF file containing the following: (1) a letter of interest, (2) curriculum vitae, and (3) contact information for six references. Send the PDF file by email to iusmhire@iu.edu with the subject line "Director, Ruth Lilly Medical Library" attention search committee co-chairs Drs. Alex Djuricich and Randy Brutkiewicz.
Description: This position is under the supervision of the Technical Services Librarian. The technician assists with duties in multiple areas of the department. Duties include preparing purchase orders for new titles and renewals of existing subscriptions for all judges and libraries in the First Circuit using the ILS and judiciary financial databases. Understanding and following library acquisition procedures and judiciary procurement procedures are an important component of the job. Other duties include processing incoming subscription materials using the library's integrated library system; maintaining currency of library materials by shelving and filing looseleaf pages or pocket-part supplements and other duties as assigned. Work requires frequent bending and lifting. The successful candidate must possess a high level of attention to detail, excellent interpersonal and problem solving skills and the ability to work well as a team member and independently.
Qualifications: BS or BA degree with one to three years general library experience or an equivalent combination of education/training and experience. Experience in a library technical services department is preferred. Experience working in a law library is advantageous.
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and resume by May 28 to
Susan Lee, Technical Services Librarian U.S. Courts Library for the First Circuit Moakley U.S. Courthouse, Suite 9400 1 Courthouse Way Boston, MA 02210
No faxes accepted. Only candidates selected for interview will be contacted. All applicants must be eligible to work in the United States. A fingerprint/background check is required if hired.
Peabody Institute Library in Peabody MA seeks a full-time Senior Librarian - Children's Services. Responsibilities and qualifications are described below.
Responsibilities: Reports to Library Director. Responsible for providing services to children including: developing department goals and objectives; department policies; circulation; collection development and maintenance including materials selection and weeding; creation, development and maintenance of departmental web page; program development including summer reading programs, story hours, etc.; readers advisory services; staff supervision, training and evaluation; department scheduling; management of children's PCs; coordination of appropriate activities and policies with young adult librarian; attendance at professional workshops; outreach services to the public schools and other community agencies. Performs other similar duties pertaining to the functions and goals of the Children's Department, including liaison with branch library staff.
Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS. At least two years related experience that includes familiarity with current library technologies and experience supervising others. Schedule is 35 hours per week, and includes one evening per week, and every 2nd Saturday.
Starting Salary: $46,082.53
Interested candidates should send their resume and letter of application to Martha Holden, Director, Peabody Institute Library at 82 Main Street Peabody MA 01960, or email to holden@noblenet.org
Mercer is a global consulting leader in talent, health, retirement and investments. Mercer helps clients around the world advance the health, wealth and performance of their most vital asset - their people. Mercer's 20,000 employees are based in more than 40 countries. If you thrive on challenge, are passionate about ideas, love solving problems and truly enjoy connecting with people, we encourage you to explore the hundreds of job opportunities available through Mercer. Our core strengths place Mercer in a unique position to help our clients achieve the extraordinary - and extraordinary results require extraordinary people. Mercer is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marsh & McLennan Companies (NYSE: MMC), a global team of professional services companies offering clients advice and solutions in the areas of risk, strategy and human capital. The role of the Web developer / Content Manager is to support Mercer's intranet collaboration initiatives with a range of content management (gathering requirements, designing, building and testing web sites that support easy access to content), analytical, and user adoption activities.
Responsibilities to include:
Build and develop intranet sites on SharePoint platform
Contribute to the formulation of global content management strategy
Gather user requirements and translate them to functional/technical requirements using personas, wireframes and prototypes
Partner with IT to align activities and tools
Partner with visual designers to ensure user experience requirements are accurately translated into visual designs
Adhere to established intranet guidelines and participate in the on-going development of those guidelines
Plan and manage usability testing and related user research activities
Provide guidance/advice on content management strategy/tools, web design and navigation and related business processes to other web developers/content managers
Conduct site reviews to ensure best practices are adhered to; address and report on inconsistencies
Assist businesses, regions and functions with their migration to SharePoint
Lead medium sized projects with minimal oversight
Conduct other research, analytical, or project management duties as requested
The position requires experience in the following areas: Content Management
Knowledge of content management protocols: content analysis, information architecture and metadata definition
Knowledge of publishing standards including HTML and XML
Required proficiency in web site creation and management
Experience developing SharePoint sites
Project Management
Project management, self-management, and ability to manage up
Ability to manage multiple projects
Quality deliverables
Ability to define deliverables and provide frequent updates, resulting in high quality work product
Skilled in taking complex ideas and creating frameworks and other approaches to clearly communicate ideas and gain support
Cross-functional and business partnering
Ability to navigate a matrix organization and create deep working relationships across functional, geographic, and line of business boundaries
Experience navigating detailed functional processes (e.g. IT, legal, finance, marketing) in a complex environment
Microsoft PowerPoint, Word and Excel
Microsoft SharePoint
Familiarity with collaboration tools (i.e. communities, forums, blogs, wikis, etc.)
Excellent communication (written and verbal), listening and facilitation skills
Positive outlook, resilience, flexibility and ability to work in an environment with changing priorities
3-5 years of experience as a web designer/content manager
Bachelor's degree preferred
Marsh & McLennan Companies offers competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits and programs including: health and welfare, tuition assistance, pension and 401K, employee assistance program, domestic partnership benefits, career mobility, employee network groups, volunteer opportunities, and other programs. For more information about our company, please visit us at: http://www.mmc.com/. We embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages and perspectives of our colleagues and clients. For more information, please visit us at: www.mmc.com/diversity.
Job Title: IT Systems Support Technician Department: Pollard Memorial Library Reports To: Library Director, Asst. Director, Coordinator of Automation and Technical Services and any other designated personnel Wage: $36,581.85 (min) to $42,866.54 (max) annual salary Hours: 35 hours per week, including one evening per week and every 4th Saturday (September-June)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Supports the Library's technology investment by providing: desktop support (OS, application, and hardware); network support, deployment & configuration of equipment (servers, switches, etc.); and resolution of service issues.
Provides input to the Director, and the Coordinator of Automation and Technical
Services on usage, trends and needs.
Provides insight to the Director and Coordinator about new and emergent technologies that may enhance processes and add value.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in computer science, information systems or related field from a four year college or university; three or more years' experience in a relevant role, preferably in a municipal environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Demonstrated knowledge of PC architecture, operating systems and applications, WIFI
and access points.
Demonstrated experience with network equipment, server operating systems (Windows), peripherals, and services.
Experience with filtering software, firewalls, and PC reservation software. Demonstrated experience with project management applications and practices. Experience working with a diverse group of individuals with varying computer skill levels.
Experience working with an automated library circulation system preferred.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Individuals with bilingual skills are encouraged to apply.
Excellent and effective customer service, trouble shooting, oral and written communication skills.
Ability to interact tactfully and appropriately with library patrons and staff.
Ability to read and comprehend instructions, correspondence and memos. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from library supervisors and staff, vendors, and library patrons.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITY
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to apply city and library policies and procedures to the duties and responsibilities of this position.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an
employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places and fumes of airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The City of Lowell is a smoke and drug free employer and requires a physical with drug screen, CORI post offer.
Qualified/interested applicants send resume to the Human Relations Office, Room 19
City Hall, Lowell, MA 01852 by 4PM~ Deadline Tuesday, May 29, 2013.
The Journal of Consumer Health on the Internet (JCHI) has a New Column, "Patient/Patron Perspectives". This is a brand-new column and Amy Knehans, my co-editor, and I are looking for any information professionals in any ttype of library (public, academic, hospital) who would be interested in writing for this new column.
Amy and I have developed the scope so far- this is not binding- and any feedback or ideas are welcome! If you are interested, please reply to Amy and me at our emails address, within the scope. We will send you the authors' guidelines, schedule (the column first publishes in the Vol 17, No 4 issues, with an August 2013 deadline) asap. Scope is below:
"This column is intended to illustrate the perspectives of consumers of health information found on the Internet. The column provides an arena for consumer and health-sciences information professionals to share their use, attitudes, beliefs and understanding of health-related information found on the Internet. Consumer use of the Internet for health information is large and growing. According to the Pew Research Center's Internet & American Life Project, specific diseases and treatment continue to dominate people's online queries and, for one-third of U.S.adults, the Internet is a diagnostic tool. (report: Health Online 2013)
The emerging consumer role can have implications for health care relationships. There are benefits and dangers associated with health advice on the Internet. Each article in the Consumer/Patient Perspectives' column will focus on consumers of health and their perspectives on consumer-health found on the Internet. Any librarians interested in submitting comments or material for publication should contact Mary Ellen Nolan, MLS, AHIP and Amy Knehans, MLIS, AHIP. Ms. Nolan's e-mail address ishospitallibrarian@yahoo.comand Ms. Knehans' e-mail is aknehans@hmc.psu.edu, respectively. Please enter the e-mail subject line, PROPOSAL FOR JCHI ARTICLE.
Column Co-Editors:
Mary Ellen Nolan, MLS, AHIP Consumer Health Librarian New Hanover County Public Library 201 Chestnut Street Wilmington, NC 28401
Amy Knehans, MLIS, AHIP The George T. Harrell Library M.S. Hershey Medical Center Penn State University P. O. Box 850 Hershey, PA 17033" If you have any questions, comments, ideas, or anything, let Amy and me know. This is an exciting opportunity for any librarians who are interested in consumer health to become publsihed authors, and to share your great ideas or insights with other librarians who deal with consumer health.
Job announcement: Research & Education Librarian - EBM Coordinator and Liaison to School of Medicine
Duke University Medical Center Library & Archives is seeking a dynamic and team-oriented librarian to coordinate and co-teach with faculty the School of Medicine's evidence-based medicine curriculum and serve as liaison to the School of Medicine. This position is part of the Research & Education team, which works together to support the reference and instruction needs of Duke Medicine. The position is involved in developing and teaching information management instructional programs; applying web based technology to the delivery of services and access to resources; participating in library strategic planning; providing leadership on projects; assisting patrons in locating information in support of quality clinical care, biomedical research, and health sciences education.
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in Library / Information Science or related field. Knowledge of library instruction and education services, information and reference services, database searching strategies, web pages and online tutorials, and project management. Minimum of three to five years of experience in health sciences and exposure to EBM concepts and skills beyond searching.
The successful candidate must also have these skills/abilities: customer-service orientation; excellent organizational and communication skills; building relationships with diverse clients; flexibility in terms of coping with a dynamic environment and handling multiple priorities and projects; working in teams and independently; initiative to acquire new skills; knowledge of principles for search and evaluating electronic resources; knowledge of general computer applications and reference management software.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: This non-entry level position offers a competitive salary based on experience and education, vacation and sick leave benefits, and support for professional development.
TO APPLY: Review of applications will begin May 22, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled.
Send cover letter, detailed resume and the names, addresses (mailing and e-mail), and telephone numbers of three references via email, fax or mail:
The Library Research Specialist creates and manages current awareness services, including journal TOC services. Maintains Library collection of journals subscriptions and files, including tracking, filing, and invoice support. Handles document delivery, invoicing and expenditure tracking activities. Maintains departmental Sharepoint site. Develops proactive services as needed. Assists in PIRLS training and marketing programs as needed. Provides backup to Manager and Senior Information Research Specialist. Responds to information requests from all employees, on a variety of subjects, using online databases and other subscription resources for literature searching. Supports Manager and Senior Information Research Specialist on complex research projects and knowledge management activities.
Job Qualifications
1-3 years of experience in corporate, pharmaceutical, healthcare industry or medical library. Microsoft Office literacy. Master's Degree in Library/Information Sciences from an ALA (American Library Association) accredited program Able to work in dynamic fast-paced environment. Energetic, creative, proactive, motivated, flexible individual with ability to multi-task, good reference-interviewing, interpersonal , critical thinking, organizational, and excellent oral and written communication skills. Must have customer-service focus. Potential for growth. Experience with Sharepoint preferred.
The Research Analyst, Client Services, in Development Research provides prospect research strategy and support for members of Development & The Jimmy Fund. The Research Analyst creates concise, accurate, and timely research products by finding and interpreting biographical information, wealth indicators, news, and philanthropic history, and works closely with clients to strategically apply this information in raising funds for Dana-Farber.
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Leading monthly meetings with internal clients, in particular Principal and Major Gifts officers, to review fundraising priorities, anticipate research needs, assess and manage donor portfolios, and develop strategies for key prospects.
Analyzing research requests and projects to determine level of detail and resources required, communicating clearly with clients about expected outcome and timeline, and delivering targeted information that is accurate and actionable.
Creating concise, accurate, and timely research products using biographical information, financial data, news, and philanthropic history, while adhering to professional standards such as an individual's fundamental right to privacy and protecting the confidential information of Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.
Using information found to accurately assess the giving capacity of individual prospects.
Participating in fundraising strategy meetings, including major gift prospect strategy discussions and meetings with faculty about their fundraising needs and priorities.
Working closely with Research's Prospect Identification team to identify individual, corporate, and foundation prospects that match client needs.
Maintaining an expectation of excellence in both written and verbal communication, as well as a dedication to superior customer service with an emphasis on relationship building.
Tracking and disseminating news and information about Dana-Farber, advances in cancer research and treatment, and top donors and prospects.
Staying abreast of trends in prospect research by reading relevant news articles and white papers, testing out new products, and sharing ideas and information with colleagues.
Continuously developing fundraising knowledge and professional skills through internal/external trainings, shadowing of colleagues, research webinars, and local and regional conferences and workshops.
Participating in the training of the annual Research Fellow and of junior Research staff.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Reports to Associate Director of Development Research. No direct supervisory responsibilities.
MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor's Degree and 3+ years of direct or comparable experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
The Research Analyst should possess superior communication, organizational, project management, writing, and analytical skills, and have the ability to manage multiple clients and to meet deadlines. He/she should also be comfortable working independently while also being available to work on team projects and/or assist colleagues when needed.
The Research Analyst must apply creative thinking about possible trails to follow for prospect information. He/she must be curious, focused, and persistent in pursuing threads of information, and should be capable of in interpreting complex documents, including corporate proxy statements and insider stock filings. Also essential are high level writing skills, as the reports and briefings prepared in Development Research are used by Trustees, the President, the SVP of Development, and other senior Development and Jimmy Fund staff. The Research Analyst must also be able identify and adapt to shifting priorities, be flexible and resourceful, and exercise professionalism and discretion in working with confidential information.
Technical Skills: Superior skills in Microsoft Office applications; expertise in broad range of search techniques; knowledge of prospect research resources such as Lexis-Nexis for Development Professionals, Foundation Directory, Wealth Engine, and Prospect Research Online; familiarity with relational databases and reporting tools; experience with data mining is a plus.
PATIENT CONTACT: No
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Workstation in typical office setting. Some use of a personal vehicle for business purposes may be necessary.
Seeking a Taxonomy Analyst to enhance the data underlying our web content contextualization platform. The platform effectively categorizes web content, which allows our ad server to deliver relevant, targeted advertising to right audience.
The Hampshire College Library Center seeks an outstanding individual for the position of Systems and Discovery Librarian.
Reporting to the Director of the Library in a collaborative team environment, the Systems & Discovery Librarian will design, implement, and assess (metadata-reliant) processes and other knowledge discovery strategies to enable access to research resources in all formats. Leads library-wide efforts to optimize a suite of discovery and retrieval systems designed to help users access collections; leveraging relevant technologies to provide user-centric services for information access and discovery in digital and physical realm.
We are looking for an experienced Application Usability Designer with a talent for both design and usability. In this position, you will be driving the visual design and interaction design for EP's line of proprietary, internal software applications. The Application Usability Designer is responsible for translating the business requirements into intuitive, engaging user interface designs. Additionally, this individual should feel comfortable leading collaborative critiques and design sessions to solicit end-user feedback. This is a contractor position.
Primary Responsibilities:
Work closely with Requirements Analysts and internal customer groups to translate feature specifications into functional designs
Provides design recommendations on usability, navigation, layout, element consistency, spacing, texture, typography and color palettes
Establish team-wide design strategies for improved usability, clear navigation, and layout consistency
Communicate designs using full fidelity mock-ups and prototypes to project stakeholders
Lead focus group studies and usability testing to gather feedback on feature designs and new enhancement requests
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: May lead lower ranking library staff members, as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY: Knowledge of library science techniques and practices; knowledge of advanced library systems, resources and equipment including applicable computer based and automated systems oral and written communications skills; interpersonal skills; ability to analyze and solve problems relating to library methods; ability to understand and operate across more than one area of library activities; some supervisory ability.
The Newton Free Library, recognized as one of the best public libraries in the nation, is seeking a part-time library assistant to join our team as a Senior Library Assistant. This is an opportunity for an individual with a positive attitude who enjoys interacting with the general public and thrives in a fast paced environment that frequently changes.
Candidate must possess excellent customer service and communication skills, strong organizational skills, have the ability to pay attention to detail and easily prioritize tasks.
Mt Mansfield Union High School in Jericho, VT is seeking a certified librarian to fill a temporary leave from September 2013-January 2014. Responsibilities include management of all library services, scheduling and working side by side with the current staff, collaborating with faculty, teaching research skills to classes and maintaining a supportive and comfortable learning environment for all students. We seek a dynamic, energetic individual who loves research, teaching, and learning and is equally comfortable managing the library website, research databases and other technologies, providing copyright and fair use guidance, and promoting literature and reading.
Educational Assistant (Embedded Librarian) (Fall 2013 and Spring 2014 semesters, 10 hours per week, Perkins Grant Funded)
ANTICIPATED STARTING DATE: September 2013
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Manchester Community College Library, Manchester Connecticut, is seeking a library science graduate from an ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS program for a position as an embedded librarian. A demonstrated understanding of the mission of the community college as well as a demonstrated ability to respond to and work with multiple constituencies and support a culturally and ethnically diverse population is essential.
Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position.
SIES is seeking a mature, responsible, organized and friendly person to fill a summer children's programs director position. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Providing a full range of children's and young peoples' library programs
Encourage volunteers to help and continue with programs after summer is over
Advertise program events and activities
Collaborate and coordinate with town recreation summer programs (may even be the same person)
Work with director to choose programming materials. (Complete program is already available.)
Keeping a regular schedule as decided by the Director and keeping a work log
The position of Library Media Specialist at the Benton Elementary School (population 650) will be open upon my retirement next month and should be announced online in June (www.msad49.org), pending Board approval of the budget for the coming year. The library job involves collection maintenance and development, teaching of literature and information skills to all grades (1-6), participation on District curriculum committees, and supervision of one library educational technician. A person with teaching experience is preferred and an MLIS or MLS required.
For more information contact Mrs. Suanne Giorgetti (pronounced "George- etty"),Benton school principal, at 207-453-4240.
The Norman B. Leventhal Map Center at the Boston Public Library has an opening for a Gallery Assistant. We seek an individual who will greet visitors, do light reference work and provide basic information about map exhibitions and the collection, and assist the Research Librarian and Curator with special projects. This is a part-time, position. The shifts are M-Th 10 am -2:30 and 2:30 -7 pm, Fri. and Sat. 10-5 pm, Sun. 1-5. A variety of shifts are available. Compensation: $10 p/hr. Please send your resume to maps@bpl.org
Rochester, New Hampshire (population 31, 560) A full-service community, Rochester is one of New Hampshire's largest and fastest growing cities. The seacoast offers excellent cultural, recreational and educational amenities.
City is seeking an energetic, innovative, decisive leader with a track record of integrity and positive management skills with a successful background of service in a public library. Excellent planning skills and the ability to identify and integrate new technologies into library services are needed. Willingness and ability to interact and collaborate with other city departments and community organizations also required.
The Museum of Modern Artis currently accepting applications for the Fall 2013 Internship Program.
Description:
The Fall 2013 Internship Program provides participants in-depth exposure to the workings of individual departments and practical and theoretical training in museum practices, and acquaints them with the role of museums in contemporary society. Working under the supervision of one of the Museum's professional staff, interns contribute to timely projects, gain insight into the functions of individual departments, and learn about the Museum's various collections, exhibitions, and programs for visitors. Internship projects are based on Museum needs and requirements and are assigned to interns with the appropriate skills and interests. This unpaid internship runs from September 10 through December 13, 2013.
LIBRARIAN II - PART-TIME NH DEPT. OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES NEW HAMPSHIRE HOSPITAL/CONCORD Starting Hourly Rate $19.41 - $22.84/hour
SCOPE OF WORK: To maintain and provide an informational storage, retrieval, and resource system for the use of New Hampshire Hospital staff, as well as other agencies, libraries, students, and the public who do research in mental health fields.
Harvard University IT Library Technology Services (LTS) seeks a contract Software Quality Assurance Tester to test software, report bugs, coordinate bugs reports by alpha and beta testers, and retest reported bugs associated with the launch of a next generation digital repository service. The Software Quality Assurance Tester will operate Web based and workstation based software and test specified functionality, report bugs in Bugzilla, and may coordinate and triage the reports of external users for reporting to the software development team. May also contribute to technical or training documentation.
Harvard University IT Library Technology Services (LTS) is seeking an Applications Platform Analyst to build, manage, and maintain scalable and robust application server environments for central library systems used in the academic and research mission of the University. This position supports a variety of library services, including home-grown, third party vended and open source applications. S/he integrates applications into existing infrastructure, troubleshoots and resolves technical issues and manages technical projects. The Library Systems Engineer works collaboratively with developers, systems librarians, vendors, systems administrators, and HUIT Infrastructure staff to build and maintain stable applications for the Harvard Library.
The Northeast Document Conservation Center (NEDCC) is seeking a Digital Photographer for its Imaging Services studios. Primary responsibilities include personal production, teamwork, and client interaction. This position requires advanced technical, organizational, and communication skills. The Digital Photographer works as a member of the imaging team tasked with digitizing cultural heritage materials including all formats of film, photographs, rare books, art on paper, historic maps, and many other materials.
Qualifications B.S. or equivalent professional experience in technical digital imaging. Required skills include mastery of Photoshop, Lightroom, and color management. Experience with metadata creation and use, archiving systems, computer and network IT are a plus. Extreme attention to detail and care of the materials we are entrusted with is an absolute requirement. Experience in a museum or conservation lab environment is beneficial.
About NEDCC Imaging Services NEDCC offers a wide range of imaging services including, book and paper digitization, oversize Imaging, film reformatting, archival print reproduction, and X‐Ray film scanning. NEDCC's digital photographers are experienced in the careful handling of rare and fragile cultural heritage materials. NEDCC offers fine ink‐jet reproduction printing on acid‐ and lignin‐free papers using pigmented inks to produce longlasting prints suitable for use as archival surrogates or exhibition quality reproductions.
Salary and Benefits NEDCC offers a competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with education and experience.
Application Process To apply please send a PDF file containing cover letter, résumé, and contact information for three references to Tom Rieger, Director of Imaging Services, at trieger@nedcc.org.
The individual in this position Create detailed specifications for implementing bibliographic databases and associated features for EBSCO's online bibliographic products.
Primary Responsibilities:
Analyze business requirements plus third party and in-house data sources to determine the best method of implementing key features for new and existing products within the EBSCOhost environment.
Write detailed technical database design specifications that instruct software developers how to map bibliographic data sources to EBSCO's proprietary format; includes writing instructions for mapping data to XML and to MARC21 formats.
Generate descriptions of required indexing tables; specify search tags and search limiters; map fields for authority files; and specify the database display on EBSCO interfaces.
Work closely with software developers and quality analysts on product configurations and complex data transformations to ensure accurate technical implementation of database functionality and appearance according to specifications.
Provide troubleshooting support from a technical design perspective for existing products.
The Allendale-Hampton-Jasper Regional Library Board welcomes applications from dynamic, innovative and service-oriented candidates for a Director to lead the continuing development of library services in a three-county rural library consortium. The AHJ Regional System serves three beautiful Low Country counties stretching along the Savannah River near Hilton Head, S.C. and Savannah, GA. This quiet, rural area depends heavily on its public libraries for computers, books, and information. A new library facility in Allendale serves as the headquarters for the library system. Additional facilities are in planning stages.
The Brown Public Library located in Northfield, Vermont (the home of Norwich University), seeks an energetic and collaborative library director for a salaried position (30 hours/week) with benefits. The Town of Northfield (population of approximately 6,000) has a strong tradition of community support for their library. The director manages the day-to-day operations of the library and works with the library Trustees to develop goals, policies and budgets. Among the director's responsibilities are staffing, collection development, programming, and oversight of the facility and technology. The successful candidate must work closely with a diverse group of people to help lead the library in new directions while respecting tradition and current strengths. S/he must be able to build relationships within the community, prioritize, multi-task, and use internet and social media to market the library. Taking risks will be encouraged as we move forward to implement the expansion of information technology, electronic books, media and services for our 21st century patrons.
Bachelor's degree with several years of public library administration required, MLS preferred. Salary range is $30,000-$42,000 plus benefits.
Be a vital contributor to a vital area--the Central Gateway to the Arkansas Ozarks! The Board of Trustees of The Public Libraries of Faulkner & Van Buren Counties, http://www.fcl.org/, (headquartered in Conway, AR) seeks an innovative, collaborative, and enthusiastic leader to serve as its next Library Director. The new Director will lead a system of eight public libraries serving two counties with a combined population of 133,000. The System, governed by a ten-member regional library board with equal representation from each county, circulates 446,696 items annually, and has a $1.7 million budget and a staff of twenty-five (25) FTE .
The University of Maine at Machias invites applications for the position of Director of Merrill Library. The director leads and oversees all aspects of the 84,000-item library, including student and faculty services, collection development (including electronic resources), and the advancement of information literacy. In creative collaboration with faculty and staff, the director ensures the library's central role in fulfilling UMM's mission. Minimum qualifications include a Masters Degree in Library or Information Science and five years of professional library experience, including at least three years at a collegiate library. Complete job description and qualifications are available at www.machias.edu/employment . This is a regular, full-time, represented, professional position that includes a comprehensive benefits package.
Syracuse University Library seeks an energetic, team-oriented librarian with at least two years of professional experience, excellent technological skills, a strong service orientation, and a background in business or a related field to serve as a subject specialist and reference librarian for business and related subject areas. This individual will work with a team of librarians and support staff in an active, student-centered research library environment. The Syracuse University Library, with collections of nearly three million volumes, is actively pursuing electronic and digital initiatives as part of its strategic directions and initiatives.
Starting Pay: $11.76/hour, 15 hours/week Monroe Library, WA
This position will include morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend hours including Sundays. Successful candidates may be required to adapt to future schedule and location changes depending on library needs.
Receive, record, and return materials using the integrated library computer system; inspect, clean, and mend materials
Perform shelf reading and rearrange materials in proper order; maintain stack and study areas
Collect, sort, and shelve library materials; other duties may be assigned
The George A. Smathers Libraries, University of Florida, seeks applications and nominations for the position of Chair of the Marston Science Library. The successful candidate will be a forward thinking leader who is knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the changing nature of librarianship in the sciences. Reporting to the Senior Associate Dean for Scholarly Resources and Research Services, the Chair is a key member of the Libraries' management team, ensuring organizational effectiveness, efficiency, and development of policies for library operations.
Assume a vital leadership role and assist the 48 public libraries in this southern region of New York State achieve new levels of service and effective resource sharing! The Board of Trustees of the Southern Tier Library System (headquartered in Painted Post, NY) seeks a visionary library leader--responsive to member and community needs and skilled in focusing the efforts of a team of talented professionals--as its next Executive Director. STLS is a regional consortium of public libraries in Allegany, Chemung, Schuyler, Steuben and Yates counties--working in partnership with member libraries to enable the System's 256,291 residents to have access to excellent library services. With a $1.5 million annual budget, 27 system employees (18.4 FTEs) and the recently formed Foundation for Southern Tier Libraries, STLS is a member-focused organization with a mission to build on the strengths of its diverse members through cooperative action and provide superior service to its member libraries and their constituents.
Merrimack School District seeks a Librarian for an Elementary School. Reeds Ferry School is a progressive Elementary school of 500+ students. Seeking candidate who is current with best instructional practices and knowledgeable of Elementary curriculum and Common Core Standards. Candidate must be collaborative, energetic and innovative. Eligibility for Librarian Certification required.
Go to www.merrimack.k12.nh.us to apply on-line or send a letter of interest, resume, three current letters of reference, certification and transcripts to:
Marjorie Chiafery, Superintendent of Schools Merrimack School District 36 McElwain Street Merrimack, NH 03054
Emerson College Archives is seeking a motivated volunteer to work with the Head of Archives & Special Collections to research, design, and install two exhibits this summer. The exhibits will feature current faculty accomplishments and the history of diversity and inclusion at Emerson College.
Work for this project will begin the week of June 3, 2013 and requires a minimum of 10 hours per week with both exhibits completed by the week of August 19, 2013. The estimated number of hours for this project is 150. The volunteer should have experience working in and performing research in an archive setting. Training on how to design and mount exhibits will be provided.
Library Intern, Political Research Associates, Somerville, MA Unpaid, minimum 10 hrs/wk
Political Research Associates (PRA), a social justice think tank that studies the U.S. Right, is seeking a Library Intern to provide support with our in-house library and archives and creation of an online catalog.
PRA's in-house library has a unique classification system intended to cater toward researchers who follow the right-wing and advance social justice. Created by a member of the PRA staff, the library provides one-of-a-kind field experience for a Library Sciences student. After moving our office space, the library is in need of reorganization, labeling, and structural decisions about where new books belong. We're also looking to make our library catalog available online on our new website, www.politicalresearch.org, accessible to scholars and providing a bibliography for researchers.
The thousands of items in our library include books, DVDs, tapes, recordings, pamphlets, extensive files of direct mail and clippings on a variety of organizations, and other miscellaneous items.
Applicants should be enrolled in an ALA-accredited Library Science program and have completed basic coursework in cataloging. The internship will run from mid-May until August, and the intern should be able to commit to work a minimum of 10 hours per week. Please submit a cover letter and resume to internships@politicalresearch.org.
PRA is located in Somerville, MA, an easy walk from Davis Square.
New England Archivists Fall 2013 Symposium: Giving Color to Ideas
Amherst College, Amherst, Massachusetts
Saturday, October 26, 2013
Symposium Focus: Big Ideas in the Archival Profession
The New England Archivists Fall 2013 Program Committee calls for presentation proposals for the Fall 2013 symposium. This symposium inaugurates a two-year trial period during which NEA will host half-day gatherings in the fall and three-day conferences in the spring.
In keeping with the symposium's focus on innovative thinking in our field, the program committee invites you to submit a presentation proposal illustrating a new, innovative idea, or a "what if" scenario. We encourage topics that impact the profession as a whole, subjects that inspire you, or ideas that have yet to be explored by archivists in the New England region. This is your chance to push the boundaries of current archival thought, challenge your colleagues to think in new ways, and start a dialogue around your idea.
Presentations will be grouped together, followed by a moderated discussion between presenters and attendees. Presentations must be no longer than seven minutes and must be in one of the following formats:
PechaKucha - a presentation during which a 20-slide PowerPoint presentation advances automatically at the rate of 20 seconds per slide. For more information, visit http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/PechaKucha.
St. John's High School also seeks a full time Library Director. The director is responsible for the day to day operations of the McCarthy Library.
Saint John's High School is a private Catholic school with enrollment of 1,000 boys, located in Shrewsbury, MA. St. John's offers an excellent teaching environment with competitive salary/benefits.
Candidates should respond no later than Friday, May 24, 2013 By submitting a cover letter and current résumé to:
Dr. Jacob Conca, Principal Saint John's High School 378 Main Street Shrewsbury, MA 01545 Email: jconca@stjohnshigh.org
Head of Collection Management Center for Science and Social Science Information (CSSSI) Yale University Library New Haven, CT Rank: Librarian 2-4 (Grades 24-27) Requisition: #21210BR www.yale.edu/jobs
Schedule: Full-time (37.5 hours per week); Standard Work Week; Occasional evening & weekend hours required.
Gerson Lehrman Group is looking for a part time Data Quality Specialist who has prior experience building and maintaining taxonomies. In particular we are interested in classifying companies and job functions to the specific industry/ies that are most representative of their focused business area. You will be part of our Data team and work remotely. Your work will consist in extending the existing taxonomy, and testing the products that use it. In addition, we have general data quality tasks to improve the categorization of expertise which includes employment records, memberships, awards, publications, etc. You will help us label and categorize our data and champion its quality. You must be passionate about taxonomy development, information management and schemes.
Here's what you need to have:
· Bachelors in Fine Arts, Liberal Arts or Journalism
· Excellent writing skills
· Experience developing and extending taxonomies
· An extreme attention to detail
· Self-starter
Extra credit:
· Degree in Library Science
· Experience with Industry Classifications like NAICS SICS
· Experience creating and maintaining ontology.
· Experience writing SQL queries and organizing data sets
· Worked on search quality or ad quality
· Experience at a tech company creating taxonomies and ontologies
This full-time (40 hour) position in the public library includes some evening and weekend hours. The person in this position manages the library's information systems, manages the technology and electronic resources department budget and expenditures, acts as vendor liaison for electronic databases and software and assists library staff with all manners of computer related issues and training. As a member of our professional staff this person will also stay informed of innovations in the use of technology in library settings and recommends, plans, and implements those that are appropriate. She/he will supervise the information technology department staff and will provide direct customer service 10 hours per week at one of our service desks.
MINIMUM ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS
MLS from an ALA accredited school, minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience administering library systems and technologies. Understand technical trends and developments relevant to public libraries and have the ability to troubleshoot hardware and software problems. The successful candidate will also have experience in providing reference service to the public and have proven success in completing technology projects in a public library setting.
PREFERRED SKILLS
Training or degree in computer/information technology; familiarity with Sirsi-Dynix products; familiarity with EZ Proxy or other authentication software, experience using WordPress
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Submit cover letter, applications/resume, and three professional references at:
http://applitrack.com/nashua/onlineapp/
APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED ONLINE BY 5 PM ON MAY 10, 2013
Description: The Lawrence History Center is a private, non-profit organization with the mission to collect, preserve, share, and interpret the history and heritage of Lawrence, MA and its people. We are looking for a creative individual to research, gather, and use photographs, objects, and previous exhibit pieces to create a unique online exhibit on an Omeka platform. This will include not only scanning and photographing materials, but also creating metadata and writing narratives that will explain the history behind the exhibit. The intern will also create resources for teachers. The subject of the exhibit will be determined by the supervisor and the intern, but the possibilities include public health, World War II, the WPA, diversity in Lawrence, and the early history of Lawrence. This is an unpaid position, but can be used for college or graduate course credit.
Qualifications: Must be available 10 to fifteen hours per week. Preferred days are Wednesdays, Thursdays, and/or Fridays. Familiarity with computers, scanners, metadata and digitization procedures. Excellent writing skills. Knowledge of programming languages preferred. Experience with photography preferred. Experience with Omeka preferred. Knowledge of Dublin Core preferred.
Salary: Unpaid.
How To Apply: Please send a resume to Jennifer Williams at jenn@lawrencehistory.org or 6 Essex Street, Lawrence, MA 01840.
Institution Type; Public Library Job Type: Full Time Institution: Sharon Public Library Location: Southeastern Title: Library Director
Description: The Sharon Public Library is located south of Boston, halfway to Providence, RI. with ready access to Rtes. 95, 495 & 93. Sharon is a very diverse commuter town with a top rated school system and a population of almost 18,000. The Director manages a staff of 20, plus volunteers and an operating budget of approximately $900,000. The library meets all State Aid requirements and has never had a fiscal dilemma.
The Trustees of the Sharon Public Library are seeking an energetic, personable, forward-looking, collaborative, patron driven Library Director. The ideal candidate will have experience in the area of library needs assessment, grant writing, and will have proven managerial skills. The candidate must demonstrate a strong commitment to public service, and a thorough knowledge of professional library principles, methods, practices, and programs.
The Library Director is responsible for the overall management of the library and its program services including but not limited to, budget development, financial management, overseeing facility operations, managing the staff, goal setting, developing and administering library policies and procedures, and working closely with the Board of Library Trustees. Full Job Description will be sent to all applicants.
Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited school and MBLC certified with a minimum of five years of progressive managerial experience (public library preferred), excellent oral and written communication skills ability to use Microsoft Office and strong record of personnel management.
Salary range: $67,000 - $77,500, with a starting salary depending on qualifications and experience. Closing Date: May 30,2013
Send: Please send cover letter, resume, and the names of at least three current professional references to Robert Levin, Trustee Chair by email to: sharondirectorsearch@gmail.com or by mail to Sharon Public Library BOT, % Robert Levin, PO Box 103, Sharon, MA 02067-0103
Williams College Libraries seeks a collaborative, innovative and user-oriented librarian to lead its Access Services Department. Reporting to the College Librarian, the Head of Access Services is a member of the library's leadership team and oversees all aspects of circulation, reserves, interlibrary loan, document delivery and consortial resource sharing. S/he must have a strong commitment to public service and a vision for implementing creative services and utilizing emerging technologies to meet the changing needs and expectations of our users. This is a full-time, 12 month administrative staff position.
The opening of the new Sawyer Library in 2014 offers exciting and unique opportunities for the Head of Access Services. In this new environment, this person will have the chance to develop and implement innovative user services in support of the research and curricular needs of the Williams faculty and students. To learn more about the library construction project visit: http://newsawyerlibrary.williams.edu
Hopkinton Public Schools NOTICE OF VACANCY Job Posting # 13-76 Opening Date: May 1, 2013 Closing Date: Open until filled
TITLE: High School Library/Media Specialist TYPE OF POSITION: Full-time (1.0), 2013-2014 school year; salary commensurate with experience and education LOCATION: High School, Hopkinton, Massachusetts
The Library/Media Specialist provides all students with an enriched library environment containing a wide variety of materials that will invite intellectual growth, and to aid all students in acquiring the skills needed to take full advantage of media center resources. The High School Library/Media Specialist reports to the principal and directs the Library Assistant(s), if assigned.
DUTIES Duties include, but are not limited to: 1. Operates and supervises the media center which assigned; 2. Prepares and administers the media center budget, and evaluates, selects, and requisitions new media center materials; 3. Assists teachers in the selection of books and other instructional materials, makes media center materials available to supplement the instructional program, and works with teachers in planning those assignments likely to lead to extended use of media center resources; 4. Maintains a comprehensive and efficient system for cataloging all media center materials and instructs teachers and students on use of the system; 5. Teaches classes in library, media, and research skills as assigned by the Principal, and presents and discusses materials with a class studying a particular topic, on the invitation of the teacher; 6. Counsels with, and gives reading guidance to students who have special reading problems or unusual intellectual interests, and helps students to develop habits of independent reference work; 7. Shares responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of his/her grade/team/department, building and school district, attending all faculty and committee meetings as required, and district-wide committees as needed; 8. Other duties, as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS To be considered qualified for this position, candidates must have the following: 1. Licensed, or eligible for licensure in Library by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education preferred; 2. Bachelor's Degree, Master's preferred, from an accredited college or university, in Library Science or a related field; 3. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to children and adults; 4. Commitment to remain current in content knowledge and teaching strategies; 5. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and in conformity with state certification requirements.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE To be considered for this vacancy, please reference only job posting #13-76 and your last name (as, #13-76 Jones) in the subject line, and submit: 1. Cover letter, which should include a statement of your educational philosophy; 2. Resume, which should contain applicable license/certification information; 3. Transcripts; 4. Applicable license(s); and 5. The contact information for three professional references.
Submit the above required information to: hpsjobs@hopkinton.k12.ma.us Please note: this address is for application materials only. E-mail is our preferred method of application, however, if you wish to apply by mail, please send the required items to:
Human Resources (Job Vacancy #13-76) Hopkinton Public Schools 89 Hayden Rowe Hopkinton, MA 01748
Babson College seeks an enthusiastic, innovative, and collaborative team member for the position of Instructional Services Librarian. Reporting to the Lead Instructional Services Librarian, this position supports and advances library instructional programs through the application of information literacy standards, instructional design principles, pedagogical knowledge, educational technologies and ongoing assessment efforts. This position plays an active role in leading the integration of library instruction into undergraduate and graduate curricula. Additionally, this position provides research consultation support through regularly scheduled shifts at the reference desk, serves as the liaison to at least one academic division, and embraces a strong, responsive, user-centric customer service model.
Key Responsibilities:
· In collaboration with the Research & Instruction Team, assesses information literacy needs of students, faculty and staff and develops creative delivery models to meet those needs
· Develops innovative and effective models of library outreach for students, faculty and staff
· Builds collaborative relationships with faculty and program management staff in order to maintain robust library instruction initiatives.
· Develops and manages digital assets, instructional documentation, in-class presentations and teaching schedules for library instruction programs.
· Provides in-person, email and virtual research support to students and faculty as a member of the Research & Instruction Team.
· Maintains appropriate reference and instruction statistics
· Conducts ongoing assessments of student learning and contributes to departmental assessment projects.
· Learns, implements and teaches new technologies, both in support of larger ITSD initiatives and in pursuit of continuous enhancement of the library instruction programs.
· Functions as the liaison to specific academic division(s), providing library services such as curriculum support, research assistance, library instruction, vendor relations and special projects.
· Participates in regular professional development activities.
· Maintains membership in appropriate professional organizations.
· Assumes additional responsibilities as required.
Required Qualifications:
· At least 3-5 years of post-MLS academic library experience in an automated library setting
· Strong and dynamic classroom presence and presentation skills, with evidence of strong interest and success with learning, implementing, and teaching emerging information technologies
· In-depth knowledge of the ACRL Information Literacy Competency Standards for Higher Education
· Knowledge of instructional design practice and principles as applied to in-person, online, synchronous, and asynchronous instruction
· Strong understanding of pedagogical theories and approaches, including their application to diverse populations of learners and teachers
· Evidence of exceptional interpersonal skills, including ability to communicate effectively with diverse students, faculty, staff, administrators, alumni, and other community members
· Strong program management skills
· Ability to understand and work with information and instructional technologists to deploy web-based content and instructional technologies to support on-site and distance information literacy initiatives
· Excellent computer proficiency
· Strong knowledge of business information resources preferred
Application Procedures:
Submit an application (including: cover letter, resume or CV, names and contact information for at least 3 professional references, and optional statement of teaching philosophy) via the following link: https://babson.peopleadmin.com/postings/2316 . Review will continue until the position is filled, but applications received by May 31, 2013 will be given first consideration.
Appointment:
This is a full-time, 12-month appointment with administrative status.
Dublin School's mission statement challenges its students to seek truth and act with courage. The library is of central importance to the school's mission and the librarian is responsible for overseeing the library and its print and electronic offerings, developing additional electronic resources in support of the curriculum, and providing opportunities to promote skill in accessing and using information technology for students, faculty, and staff. S/he serves as a resource for the use of technology in a variety of learning settings using different strategies, and collaborates with teachers to integrate technology and information literacy into classrooms. Education of the community about intellectual property is an important feature of the position. The creation and maintenance of an online library presence is expected. This position also involves some work on the maintenance and development of information systems on campus, including an online course management system. Additionally, the librarian and media specialist will handle textbook purchases and distribution, and participate in the school's residential program as a member of a duty team.
Demonstrated effectiveness in working with adolescents is a key attribute. An advanced degree in library and media services and experience working in an educational setting are advantages. The school provides housing and generous benefits.
Interested candidates should contact the Head of School's assistant, Anne Mackey at amackey@dublinschool.org.
The Assistant/Associate Dean for Strategic Technology Initiatives provides vision and leadership to effectively integrate technology into the operations of Milner Library. The Associate Dean develops and implements processes aligned with the university's strategic plan and student and faculty needs. The Associate Dean provides direction for Milner Library's technology departments, and coordinates the technology planning of services with Library departments and units. The Associate Dean will collaborate with university technology leadership and the university community to shape and implement information technology initiatives according to the needs of Educating Illinois.
Applicants should have a minimum of five years of progressively responsible experience developing and implementing library service-oriented technologies (three years preferably in a leadership capacity). A Master's degree from an ALA accredited graduate program and an additional advanced degree are required at time of hire.
Mission: The Uxbridge Free Public Library will provide facilities, materials, services and programs that foster lifelong learning and a welcoming environment for community interaction enhanced by staff members dedicated to this vision and possessed of compassion, a cooperative spirit and strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Qualifications: • Masters Degree in Library Science or Master of Science in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited school with Massachusetts Board of Library Commissioners certification and five years of progressively responsible library experience preferred. • Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills • Demonstrates knowledge of collection development and maintenance, library practices, procedures and technology • Demonstrates an ability to organize, maintain, and administer a complex operating budget for a library system • Demonstrates effective working relationships with Trustees, staff, patrons, officials of other local departments and the general public • Demonstrates proficiency in the procedures and practices of professional library administration and the organization and management of its operations. • Demonstrates knowledge of automated information data and retrieval systems: WORD, EXCEL, LAN, HTML, Internet and PowerPoint
Reports to: The President of the Library Board of Trustees
Responsibilities: Planning and Policy-making • Collaborates with the Board to Develop goals and objectives for long and short-range plans for the library • Collaborates with the Board to develop library policies, programs, and procedures. • Plans, directs, and supervises development and preservation of the town library local history archives collection; including inventory, appraisals and insurance, in cooperation with the local historical society and Historical Commission
Fiscal management • Develops, prepares, and recommends to the Board, Town Boards, and Town Meeting and administers, the annual operating budget, and capital outlay programs based on the established goals and related performance data. • Develops and justifies the library budget, including payroll, monthly bills, statistics and revolving accounts • Selects quality and cost-effective vendors, contractors and others to provides services and products • Administers grants and foundation funds according to specified guidelines and files all indicated reports within specified time-fames.
Property Management • Manages the physical plant, as well as the preventative maintenance program, to ensure proper maintenance and utilization of the library. • Maintains a Disaster and Evacuation Plan.
Personnel Management • Manages the staff and coordinates staff functions in accordance with established goals and philosophy of the library mission. • Develops and coordinates volunteer services. • May serve as reference librarian and fill in at circulation desk as necessary
Library Service and Operations • Responsible for and supervises the selection, acquisition and culling of library materials. • Supervises the utilization and maintenance of technology to deliver, monitor and enhance library service. • Maintains the Library website. • Analyzes library operations, summarizes service developments and progress in achieving core objectives to provide the Board with the information necessary for sound decision making and fiscal responsibility. • Reports on current library trends as they may relate to local library services and operations.
Communication • Attends and participates in all Board meetings and advises Trustees of programs, services, facility, planning, personnel and policy matters requiring consideration/action, as well as any changes in library services, programs, and collection. • Expands community outreach through a variety of means including but not limited to: library-school partnerships, addressing community groups, and identifying ways to serve patrons outside of the library building
Physical Requirements:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in carrying and shelving books, and in performing other typical library functions. The employee must regularly lift and/or move material weighing up to 35lbs. May be required to push or pull book trucks weighing up to 150 pounds. Vision and hearing at, or correctable to, normal ranges is necessary. Depth, color, peripheral, and distance vision routinely required.
Hartford Public Library seeks creative and flexible individual for teen services.
Responsibilities: the operation of YouMedia, a new digital learning center for teens.
Minimum requirements: Masters Degree in library science; 3-5 years of supervisory experience preferred. Experience with new technologies and social media required. Applicant must be technologically fluent with Macs, PCs and digital media creation software.
Full requirements, job description and application are available online at http://hplct.org/about/job-openings or Administrative Office, Hartford Public Library, 500 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06103.
Spring is all about new beginnings, and MTS is kicking off the season with news about several new educational opportunities.
Intern Jen Nason working with clothing donated to the MTS study collecion.
Museum Textile Services is expanding our volunteer intern staff beginning this May. MTS Internships provide a sound introduction to textile conservation treatments, philosophy, and literature while working hands-on with historic artifacts. We require our volunteers to commit a minimum of one day per week from 9:30 to 5:30 for a minimum of 120 hours. Hand-sewing experience, excellent eyesight, and great team skills are essential. To apply please email your resume and a brief note of introduction to museumtextiles@gmail.com.
Camille and Cara will be at the Northeast Document Conservation Center on July 9, 2013, to demonstrate Techniques that Everyone Should Know for the Care and Stabilization of Textiles and Paper Based Artifacts. This NEMA Curator's workshop also features NEDCC's Claire Grund, who will demonstrate the basics of preserving paper based archives, including surface cleaning, mending, hinging and matting, and rehousing. Members and non-members are welcome! Please register through NEMA. Heads up-Camille will also be chairing a session on Cloud-Based Collections Management Software at the November, 2013, NEMA conference.
Camille Breeze returns to the wonderful Campbell Center campus on August 29-31, 2013, to teach Textile Stabilization using Sheer Overlays. In this class, participants will learn how to use all three of these sheer materials and, more importantly, how to determine which overlay is best for a given situation. This class is suitable for those with stitching experience, including non textile specialists and non collections staff who must perform preservation tasks. For prices and registration information, including a full list of courses offered at the Campbell Center, please visit their website.
Knowledge Management Internship | Boston, MA, United States
Who You Are
You are proactive, hyper-organized and able to handle a sometimes unpredictable and very fast-paced environment. You are comfortable communicating with all staff levels and can anticipate and independently resolve even the most minor bumps in the road with a smile. You're flexible and able to absorb information about best practices, client needs, and business systems without batting an eye. You enjoy working with software and people equally. Oh, and, your superb project management and multi-tasking skills are second to none!
What You'll Do
This internship in Client Services has a completely unique role. This position will primarily work with the Content Curator to overhaul our knowledge management system on a top-to-bottom rejiggering of the repository we use to share our best ideas among our colleagues. You will be examining documents to determine their continued relevance to our current practices, performing quality control on metadata, and producing an inventory of documents. You'll develop an understanding of our business and information needs, and work with us as we imagine what sort of knowledge management experience would best serve our company in the future.
Desired Skills / Experience / Qualities
• Candidates must be enrolled or recent graduates of an accredited MLS/MLIS program with coursework in at least two of the following areas: Cataloguing, Indexing, Metadata, or Corporate Libraries. • 1-2 internships in a professional setting. • Experience with a Content Management System or HTML required; experience with MS SharePoint preferred. • Expert use of the MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, and PowerPoint). • Excellent writing skills. • Candidates must be available to work forty hours per week in our Boston office. • Internship will be approximately 12 weeks. • Amazing sense of humor. • Folks who play nice, are team oriented, incredibly bright, fun, curious about life and engaged in their work are encouraged to apply!
The timing of the internship would run from June 3rd- the final few weeks of August.
About Communispace Communispace Corporation, www.communispace.com, headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, is the consumer collaboration agency uniquely equipped to harness the power and inspiration of consumers to drive business growth. Founded in 1999, the company has created more than 500 customer communities for industry leaders including: Kraft, Hewlett-Packard, Charles Schwab, Hallmark, Unilever, GlaxoSmithKline, Hilton Hotels Corporation and many more.
Infotrieve is a global leader in providing information services and content management technology to businesses. For more than 20 years we have been providing corporate information centers, R&D facilities, and legal, business affairs and product professionals in more than half the Fortune 500 with a broad array of outsourcing services and software solutions.
The Library Services Manager is responsible for managing on and off site Library Services and staff in accordance with established service levels and approved budgets. Responsible for the management of all aspects of the client relationship. This position is located in Union County, NJ.
The ARMA International Educational Foundation is proud to announce that the number of scholarships that are available to second year graduate students in information management programs has increased. This year we be awarding up to a total of eight $3,000 scholarships. Please pass the information on to students who might be interested.
Job Posting: The Jaffrey Public Library is seeking a Library Director who is experienced, enthusiastic, innovative and public-service oriented. The Director oversees a staff of 4 employees, a comprehensive collection of 38,400 items in all formats, and an annual budget of $308,000.
Qualifications: Applicants must have an MLS from an ALA accredited program. Candidate should have a thorough knowledge of current library practices and resources, and the technology skills necessary to administer the library.
Supervisory experience is preferred.
Salary: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Deadline for Submission: May 22, 2013
Address: Please send cover letter and resume via email to: library@townofjaffrey.com or via mail to:
Mary Heafy, Board of Trustees, Jaffrey Public Library, 38 Main Street, Jaffrey, NH 03452.
Assistant Librarian/Reference & Archives/Special Collections: Full-time, 12 month, Tenure Track, librarian position. As part of the reference team, will participate in the reference and instruction schedules and delivery of services. S/he will manage, maintain and provide access to the Librarys Archives and Special Collections department. A Masters of Library Science from an ALA-accredited program required.
Established in 1891, the Medfield Historical Society is one of the oldest local historical societies in the Commonwealth. The Medfield Historical Society is a private notforprofit organization dedicated to preserving, promoting and sharing Medfield's history with the community.The Society shares the town's remarkable heritage by collecting and preserving its history, by interpreting and displaying materials pertaining to the history of the town and its people and by fostering public involvement in and appreciation of the town's rich heritage and culture. The Medfield Historical Society has collections ranging from the 17th to 20th centuries, with an emphasis on the social and cultural aspects of the town of Medfield, including social organizations such as Girl Scouts, the Medfield public schools, and other genealogical material pertaining to the town's families.
The Medfield Historical Society is currently in need of an intern with experience in archives management theory and preservation. Work will include processing, arrangement, and description of the Society's collections. Experience with PastPerfect 5 would be highly beneficial, but willing to work with those willing to learn. The intern will work directly with the Society's librarian. The internship is set for Mondays 9 AM 5 PM during the summer of 2013, with the possibility of extension through the academic year.
Please submit cover letter and resume and/or questions to:
Andrea Cronin Medfield Historical Society 6 Pleasant Street Medfield, MA 02052 cronin.andrea.c@gmail.com
Description: The Reading Public Library seeks a tech-savvy, creative and energetic Young Adult Librarian to share responsibility for Teen Services with another Young Adult Librarian; 20 hours per week including every third Saturday and at least one evening per week. Reading Public Library offers a friendly, fun, progressive and exciting environment with opportunities for professional growth and participation in professional and community organizations.
Clinical Librarian/Informationist, Assistant Professor of Bibliography
Job Posting: #7659
The Clinical Librarian/Informationist will support the clinical programs in the College of Health Professions at the University of Akron, which includes the School of Nursing, the School of Nutrition/Dietetics, the School of Social Work, the School of Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology, and the Child Life Specialist Program. The Clinical Librarian/Informationist will create and implement faculty development and inter-professional development programs in the College of Health Professions. Collaborating with faculty from the College, the librarian will develop and support modules utilizing multiple media formats and mobile technologies to instruct students in the process of implementing evidence-based practice in the clinical setting. These modules will be course-integrated and will build upon each other beginning with the sophomore year and moving through the academic career. The Clinical Librarian/Informationist will primarily work outside the Science & Technology Library in clinical and classroom settings and will build strong collaborative relationships with faculty in the College of Health Professions. This is a tenure-track position; therefore the successful candidate will be required to meet the University of Akron Libraries' criteria for promotion and tenure, which include conducting research, teaching, participating on library and university committees, and serving in professional organizations.
Title: Analyst, Advanced Platform Distribution Department Name: Broadband Production AMC Networks Job Location: NY / NY
Requisition ID: 20624BR
BASIC FUNCTION
This hands-on role supports advanced platform product initiatives for the AMC, IFC, SUNDANCE, WE tv, AMC/Sundance Channel Global and their associated products.
The Analyst, Advanced Platform Distribution will coordinate the meta data and non-video assets for the syndication of Advanced Platform content to all affiliates across all distribution methods including Digital Set Top Box (DSTB) On Demand, TV Everywhere (TVE), Mobile, EST (Electronic Sell Through), Broadband and other IP platforms and affiliates.
Infotrieve is a global leader in information services and content management technology for businesses. For more than 20 years we have been providing corporate information centers, R&D facilities, and legal, business affairs and product professionals in more than half the Fortune 500 with a broad array of software solutions and services.
Position Overview
We are seeking a talented Advanced Referencing Services Specialist with the desire to provide top-notch service to our blue chip clients. In this role you will utilize your strong on-line search skills to conduct advanced reference work, citation verification and copyright clearance for hard-to-find documents utilizing specialized in-house and commercial databases.
This is a great opportunity for an exceptional recent MLS graduate with a strong desire to work with both leading edge software and some of the most highly respected companies from a variety of industries. This position will be located in Wilton, CT and will report to our Client Services Supervisor.
Belmont Day School (BDS) is a co-educational, independent elementary and middle school (Pre-K through 8) located in Belmont, MA. BDS was established in 1927 and has a fairly substantial archival collection that is currently managed through the Alumni Relations Office. We are in need of an intern with archive knowledge and expertise to organize our current collection as well as provide guidance on establishing processes for collecting and maintaining our archives going forward. This internship is for the summer of 2013, with the possibility of extension through the academic year.
Duties: We are seeking an ambitious and enthusiastic GSLIS student interested in contributing time to practicing and applying their archival knowledge and expertise to the BDS archive collection.
Prospect Hill Academy Charter School is a highly successful, urban K-12 public school with the mission of preparing each student for success in college, fostering responsible citizenship, and inspiring a lifelong love of learning.
At Prospect Hill Academy, the prevailing belief is that with hard work, effective effort, perseverance through adversity, committed teachers, and invested parents, all students are capable of academic, intellectual, social, and moral excellence. Fueling this conviction are seven core values that guide the daily life and culture of the school-(1) High Expectations: Each student can do and be whatever s/he wants; (2) Equity: Access and opportunity drive achievement; (3) Personalization: One size does not fit all; (4) Cultural Proficiency: We see, honor, and embrace differences; (5) Collaboration: Many minds are better than one; (6) Balance: Both-and, not either-or; (7) Inquiry: Decisions are strategic and informed by data; and (8) Accountability: If students fail, we all fail.
Adelphi University Libraries, Garden City, NY, seeks a tenure-track professional to provide research assistance to patrons, teach students to effectively find information and take a leadership role in the design, development and management of the Library website.
This is a tenure track library faculty position. Applicants must hold a master's degree from an ALA accredited school of library/information science. A second post baccalaureate degree or similar proof of advanced study is highly preferred.
It is desirable that applicants will have: (a) strong reference experience, preferably in an academic environment; (b) 1-2 years website management experience; (b) 1-2 years website management experience; (c) a basic understanding and familiarity with a CMS such as WordPress; (d) a strong interest in user interface design; (e) an ability to assess emerging technologies for their usefulness in accessing library resources and promoting information literacy.
Just 50 miles north of San Francisco in beautiful Sonoma County, the University Library in the Jean and Charles Schulz Information Center thrives on innovation and creativity. We are seeking a motivated, collaborative, and future-oriented professional to join our team.
The Web Services Librarian takes a leadership role in the vision, design, and management of an evolving library web presence to meet the needs of the students, faculty, and staff of the University. The successful candidate will be responsible for ongoing analysis of the web architecture, improving the user experience, and creating a holistic design to streamline access to services and resources. Our team environment offers many opportunities for professional growth and development.
This position requires an ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS/MIS degree (or equivalent, awarded by August 1, 2013) and at least 2 years professional web experience.
Rank: Senior Assistant Librarian Salary range: $57,084 - $72,132, commensurate with qualifications and experience.
The Assistant Director for Research and Instruction Services is a senior level management position that has primary responsibility for planning, coordinating, and promoting the research and instruction program of the Gordon Library. This position is a part of the library's administrative team and contributes to decisions on policies, operations, and library budget. The Assistant Director oversees a department of five full-time and two part-time librarians.
Coordinates delivery of course-integrated instruction, research consultations, and related online support (tutorials, LibGuides, etc.) for WPI students and faculty;
Provides expertise and support for pedagogy, instructional technologies, and assessment methods used in the library's instruction program
Evaluates new and existing library tools, services, and resources
Compiles and contributes to statistical and other library reports.
Participates in collection development and other related administrative committee assignments
Director of Library Services Kelly Library, New England School of Acupuncture
Reports To: Academic Dean or President
Summary: Oversees the direction and growth of library collections and services with the aim to support the mission and goals of the college. Ensures the provision of a full range of resources and services to all library users by performing the following duties personally or through direct supervision of library staff.
Qualifications: MLS/MSLIS from an accredited school; knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine or experience in a health sciences library preferred.
Taxonomist (100% onsite) Location(s): NYC, NY Duration: 6 months+/ C2H /Full time Interview: Telephonic/Skype
No Of position(s): 1
Role Description:
This role requires someone with a strong background in system and business analysis, to join the ISearch- VFS document management team. Key requirement of this position is strong communication skills both written and verbal, as the successful candidate will be expected to deal directly with business stakeholders to elicit requirements and clearly present these to the technical team for development. Demonstration of requirements gathering, modeling and documentation would be required.
