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Job Title: Technical Services and Information Literacy Librarian, District-wide

Job Posting: “Open Until Filled”

Next Review Date:  March 31, 2010

Cochise College seeks outstanding professionals who are committed to helping people achieve success, enjoy working in a collaborative environment, look for opportunities to expand their capabilities, and view education as a partnership with students, staff, and the community.

POSITION OVERVIEW

This position works primarily at the Douglas Campus but has district-wide responsibilities. This position manages and supervises technical services; teaches information literacy classes; supports academic research and reference for students, faculty, staff, and the local community; takes part in the evaluation and selection of materials and services.

QUALIFICATIONS

The successful candidate will possess a Master’s degree in Library or Information Science from a ALA accredited institution; a minimum of two (2) years experience in an academic library (preferably community college), with emphasis on technical services OR for recent library school graduates, a specialization in cataloging plus training in and/or experience with Library of Congress cataloging and classification practices and tools; familiarity with Web 2.0 tools; experience with bibliographic utility, preferably OCLC, and experience with a library automation system, preferable SIRSI OR and equivalent combination of education and/or experience from comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved.

To apply, please submit a Cochise College application, letter of interest, indicating how you meet the stated qualifications, resume and unofficial transcripts for earned degrees (copies of originals will suffice) to:

Human Resources

4190 W Highway 80

Douglas, AZ  85607

To apply online, please use this direct link:  http://www.cochise.edu/AboutCochiseCollege/HumanResources/EmploymentApplicationProcedures/EmploymentApplication/tabid/670/Default.aspx

Supplemental application documents may be sent via email attachments to

Application packets must be received in Human Resources by 4:30 p.m. on March 31, 2010 for next review.

Salary:                   DOE

Work Year:          11 months

Benefits:              Our benefits package includes a competitive holiday and vacation schedule, health insurance coverage, Arizona State Retirement plan, and other benefits

Questions?         Call:  Leticia M. Nuñez, Human Resources at 520-417-4015

UPON HIRE

If hired, you will need to complete an Employment Eligibility Form and submit documentation to Human Resources for review and verification to comply with the Federal Immigration Reform and Control Act.  All offers of hire are contingent upon approval by the Governing Board.

Cochise College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  It is the policy of the College not to discriminate in employment on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, veteran status, marital status, age, or disability, as required by state and federal laws.

Job Description: Design, implement and manage a broad range of information technology-based systems and services for the Client’s library. Involves global web portal maintenance and design, as well as a passion for helping to shape a 21st century corporate digital library.
 Responsible for ongoing maintenance of library servers and related technology to ensure 24/7 accessibility, functionality and stability for a global employee base. Routinely monitor overall performance and security of library systems, identifying and implementing modifications to deal with link rot, etc. Has primary responsibility for gathering, compiling and reporting on statistics of library-supported digital collections.
 Will work with a highly collaborative team of librarians serving the entire company in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Will explore and report on emerging technologies as potential library applications, and must have the ability to handle research overflow as needed. Will provide regular and consistent updates to management on resolution of technical issues. Will work with management on long-term strategic plans for the ongoing development of digital technologies that keep pace with current standards.
 Must have developed web-based applications using LAMP (Linux, Apache, MySQL, Perl/PHP) based solutions. Will maintain and extend existing library applications as needed by library staff and end users. Website management includes knowledge of the MediaWiki content management system and involves content updating, template management, system upgrades and support and maintenance of internal encyclopedia of the client. Also requires interaction with our integrated library system vendor for upgrading and maintaining Sirsi Unicorn software.
   Job Qualifications:
    MLS in Library Science is required, as is extensive experience in systems librarianship and a strong curiosity for identifying and implementing cutting-edge software in the corporate environment.

• Ability to work within a Linux command Shell environment is necessary.
  
• Must be able to read, modify and alter Perl script programs as needed.
  
• An understanding of basic tcp/ip networking, proxy servers, vpns and connectivity to systems outside the corporate firewall is required.
  
• Knowledge of Wikipedia and MediaWiki syntax is a must.
  
• An understanding of the MediaWiki backend system and configuration scripts, databases tables and extensions is required.
  
• An understanding of Sirsi Unicorn OPAC configuration, reporting, cataloging and circulation wizards is required.
  
• Excel skills are also required.
  
• Must have 3 years of consecutive IT experience supporting library systems (academic or research)
   

Best Wishes,
Ann
Resource Specialist
CONCINNITY GROUP, INC.

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Reference Librarian, Leslie Frost Library

 

York University Libraries invite applications for the position of a fluently bilingual (French and English) reference librarian in the Leslie Frost Library. The Libraries seek an energetic, service‑oriented person with strong instructional, web and data skills.

 

York University offers a world-class, modern, interdisciplinary academic experience in Toronto, Canada’s most multicultural city.  York is at the centre of innovation, with a thriving community of almost 60,000 faculty, staff, and students who challenge the ordinary and deliver the unexpected.  The bilingual Glendon University College offers courses in the social sciences, humanities and international affairs, and graduate programs in French, Hispanic Studies, Public Affairs and Translation.

 

York University Libraries consist of a large central library and three branch libraries, one of which is the Leslie Frost Library on the Glendon campus.  The Frost Library serves a population of approximately 2,800 students and faculty.

 

The chosen candidate will provide reference assistance in the social sciences and humanities to undergraduates, graduate students, and faculty; instruct library users individually and in groups; provide research support in the use of data; liaise with faculty members; participate in collections development and maintenance, particularly for government publications; participate in the creation and maintenance of web‑based resources for research and learning; participate in departmental working groups and committees of the Libraries and of the University; contribute to librarianship and scholarship by carrying out professional research and/or scholarly work.  Some evening and weekend work is required.

The successful candidate will have the following qualifications:

• An ALA-accredited MLIS or equivalent with a graduation date of 2006 or later.
• Educational background in the social sciences or humanities.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in both French and English, including demonstrated skills in teaching, training, and public communications.
• Demonstrated ability to provide excellent reference service.
• Expertise with statistics, data resources, and statistical software packages.
• Demonstrated ability to manage and support the use of government publications.
• A strong public service ethic and/or background.
• Demonstrated understanding of the concepts, goals, and methods of information literacy instruction and ability to teach in a variety of settings and formats.
• Familiarity with the trends of technology in teaching and librarianship.
• Evidence of professional initiative and leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively and diplomatically with a diverse population of faculty, librarians, staff, and students.
• Interest in university committee work, research, and professional development.

 

This position is a tenure-stream appointment to be filled at the Assistant Librarian level and appropriate for a librarian with up to four years’ post-MLIS experience.  Librarians at York University have academic status and are members of the York University Faculty association bargaining unit (http://www.yufa.org/).  Salary is commensurate with qualifications.  The position is available August 1, 2010.  All York University positions are subject to budgetary approval.

 

York University is an Affirmative Action Employer.  The Affirmative Action Program can be found on York’s website at www.yorku.ca/acadjobs or a copy can be obtained by calling the affirmative action office at 416-736-5713.  All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and Permanent Residents will be given priority.

 

York University resources include centres relating to gender equity, race and ethnic relations, sexual harassment, human rights, and wellness.  York University encourages attitudes of respect and non-discrimination toward persons of all ethnic and religious groups, regardless of gender or sexual orientation.

 

The deadline for applications is May 5^th, 2010.  Applications should include a cover letter relating the applicant’s qualifications to the requirements of the position, a current curriculum vitae, and the names and contact details of three referees are requested.  In addition, please have your three referees submit signed written letters of reference directly under separate cover by fax or mail by the deadline. Please ensure each referee is supplied with a copy of this position advertisement and asked to address the requirements of the position.

 

Chair, Frost Librarian Appointment Committee

York University Libraries, 310 Scott Library

York University, 4700 Keele Street

Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M3J 1P3

Fax: 416-736-5451

Email:

 

Applications should be sent by mail, or by fax or email with a hard copy following. 

 

 

 

 

 

Dowling College is seeking to fill a Full-Time, Tenure-Track, Faculty Librarian to begin September 1, 2010.

 The candidate will be specifically responsible for coordination and maintenance of the serials collection and for overseeing the Library’s operations as a government depository.  The successful candidate should be familiar with serials publishing, distribution and access, and be knowledgeable of trends in both print and electronic publications.  Familiarity with operations of the Federal Depository Library Program, including expertise in item selection and electronic access to government information, is also required.

 

The candidate will also be responsible for providing traditional and electronic reference service and information instruction. Dedication to outstanding customer service is essential. Additional skills include experience with online databases, Internet searching and strong analytical, interpersonal and communication skills.

 

The candidate will share in the team activities of the library and must be able to demonstrate the leadership and interpersonal skills necessary to work cooperatively and collegially with the various members of the College community.

 

MLS from an ALA accredited institution required.  Academic library experience preferred.   Minority candidates encouraged to apply. Mail cover letter, C.V. and names and contact information of three references to Human Resources, Dowling College, 150 Idle Hour Boulevard, Oakdale, NY 11769-1999, or fax to (631) 244-3006 or e-mail to:    AA/EOE.

Technical Services Coordinator

Northeastern Illinois University,
Chicago, Illinois

ANNOUNCEMENT OF PROFESSIONAL OPENING
Available Summer 2010
POSITION: Library Technical Services Coordinator, full-time, twelve month, tenure-track
faculty appointment in a collective bargaining unit. Position reports to the Associate
University Librarian for Systems, Technical and Access Services.
SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental and vision benefits, 24 days
vacation and participation in the Illinois State Universities Retirement System.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Coordinates technical services functions and staff in a broad range of
activities related to acquisitions, cataloging and the management of electronic resources.
Participates in the management of library systems related to technical services. Performs
complex original and adaptive cataloging of all formats. Assists in the development and
oversight of unit processes for OPAC authority control, database maintenance, and other
catalog enhancements. Participates as part of the collective Technical Services Team in
the ongoing assessment of policies and procedures across all technical services units.
Supervises and trains 7.0 FTE technical services staff. May serve as subject specialist in
designated area. Participation in professional organizations, service in library and
university governance, and appropriate research/creative activities are expected and
required for tenure.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: ALA accredited MLS degree and a second master’s degree.
Evidence of 5+ years progressively responsible experience in technical services,
including acquisitions, cataloging, serials and e-resource management. Recent
supervisory experience managing one or more technical service units. Demonstrated
knowledge of current standards, best practices and emerging trends in technical services.
Professional cataloging experience with original, adaptive, and copy cataloging of
multiple formats. Knowledge of acquisitions functions and vendors. Relevant
experience with integrated library systems and library automation. A high level of
computer competency and a demonstrated history of technical services policy
development and training. Effective oral and written communication skills and the
ability to work independently and collaboratively to effectively build consensus and
facilitate change.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience with cataloging and acquisitions functions in
the Voyager integrated library system. Additional experience with related systems such
as SFX and an Electronic Resource Management System (ERMS). Management
experience coordinating a broadly defined technical services unit. Academic library
experience and related experience working within a consortium. Reading knowledge of a
foreign language.
CAMPUS AND COMMUNITY: Northeastern Illinois University is a public, comprehensive,
multicultural university located on the north side of Chicago. It has an enrollment of
approximately 12,000 students in undergraduate and graduate programs. The Library
maintains a collection of over 700,000 volumes and subscriptions to nearly 120 online
databases. More information is available at
http://library.neiu.edu/aboutthelibrary/jobs.html.
APPLICATION PROCESS: Send a letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses, and
phone numbers of three references via email to . Review begins
March 15, 2010 and will continue until the position is filled.
Northeastern Illinois University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer

The University of Miami Libraries seeks a Head of Acquisitions. The incumbent will be responsible for all aspects of the Acquisitions Department including fiscal management, planning, development, implementation, staffing, as well as monitoring and assessing the effectiveness and performance of the department.  The Acquisitions department includes the Electronic Resources Unit.
This position has responsibility for the effectiveness and quality of all acquisitions functions and services, including ordering, fund accounting, invoicing, claiming, approval, standing order, & firm order processing, serials check-in, binding, and gift processing. A key element includes working closely with selectors to facilitate the acquisition of collections materials in tangible and electronic formats in a timely and cost-effective manner.  The incumbent will also oversee the electronic resources unit within the acquisitions department and provides leadership and professional expertise in the management and coordination of library electronic resources. The Head of Acquisitions is responsible for the integrity of acquisitions data, provides support for acquisition/serials issues in ILS and ERM, in coordination with the Systems Dept. This position supervises 12 staff.

QUALIFICATIONS: Master’s degree from an ALA accredited library science program or foreign equivalent. Minimum of two years experience in acquisitions or major components of acquisitions functions in an academic or research library setting. Evidence of increasingly responsible supervisory experience, mentoring, and proven management skills. Demonstrated ability to manage library budgets and produce financial and/or analytical reports based on statistical  and financial data. Demonstrated knowledge of current trends and issues in acquisitions, electronic resources, collection development, and the publishing industry. Experience with negotiation and licensing for electronic resources. Experience with national bibliographic utilities (OCLC) and integrated library systems. Demonstrated commitment to user-centered library service and the ability to work flexibly and creatively in a changing and fast-paced environment with a culturally diverse population. Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and problem solving skills. Demonstrated effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. Evidence of continued professional development, involvement, and contribution.
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications of the person selected. This is a visiting five-year non-tenure track twelve-month faculty appointment at the Assistant rank. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including: paid pension plan; partially paid medical and dental insurance plans; life, disability, and long-term care insurance available; tuition remission; 13 paid holidays; and 22 days annual vacation. Additional employment benefits available include credit union; Employee Assistance Program; bookstore, and sporting event discounts; optional fee-based membership in a state-of-the-art wellness center, moving allowance, and no state or local income taxes. More information on benefits can be found at:  http://www.miami.edu/benefits/pdf/bensum-faculty06.pdf.