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Technical Services Coordinator, Battelle National Biodefense Institute, Frederick, Maryland

Supports scientists and researchers at the National Biodefense Analysis and Countermeasures Center (NBACC). Works in the NBACC Library and Information Center which is the repository of resources and services. Performs library technical services and provides support for the Integrated Management System (IMS). Assists NBACC employees with library resources and best practices in information management. Provides training and Orientations to NBACC Library staff members. Orders books and other materials for the library. Provides InterLibrary Loan Services for the Center. Updates the Library Holdings Directory by cataloging materials and sharing this content with other affiliated libraries. Answers Reference Questions. Provides Circulation support. Helps gather Library Use statistics. Trouble-shoots and resolves problems related to acquisitions, circulation and delivery of materials. Updates library portal and help establish Alerting Services. Provides support for Document Control and Record Control functions in coordination with the Quality Assurance arm of NBACC. Assists in documenting and retaining NBACC’s publications, reports and presentations. Performs other assigned duties
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Associates or Bachelors degree (or equivalent) preferably related to library or information science. Previous library experience desirable. Familiarity with standard software such as Microsoft Office. Strong customer service skills and commitment to teamwork. Strong organization skills and attention to detail. Ability to analyze and categorize information. Must be a citizen of the United States able to obtain a government Interim Secret clearance leading to an eventual Top Secret clearance as well as meet Suitability requirements of the DHS. Familiarity with EndNote and Reference Manager helpful. Familiarity with Documentum. Familiarity with reading and understanding bibliographic records desirable.

BNBI maintains a non-smoking environment

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LAC Group is looking for a Legal Cataloger who has at least 5 years of recent experience cataloging and classifying legal materials using the Library of Congress classification schedules. Due to the nature of the project, a time commitment of at least 15 hours per week will be required in order to be considered.  All cataloging tools will be provided. Applicants must be fluent with the current K schedules, MARC records and bibliographic description documented in AACRII. Familiarity with Institution record creation and export in OCLC desirable but not required.

To Apply: In order to be considered please apply via this link: http://bit.ly/LegalCatalogertelecommuting

LAC Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and values diversity in the workforce.

Position: Head, Cataloging and Metadata Services Branch (Library Supervisor)

Location: NC Dept. of Cultural Resources, State Library, Government & Heritage Library, Raleigh, NC

Vacancy Number: 60083844, Competency Level: J, Salary Grade Equivalent: 74
Salary Range: $39673 - $86341
Hiring Range: $39673 - $54692
Type of Appointment: Perm Full-Time
Posting Date: 06/16/2010
Closing Date: 07/07/2010
Re-posting of position. Previous applicants need not re-apply applications are still being considered.

Description of Work

This position manages staff and operations of the Cataloging & Metadata Services Branch in the State Library s Government & Heritage
Library (GHL) and provides leadership for cataloging and metadata- related activities. Performs complex cataloging; trains and mentors
cataloging staff; coordinates metadata record creation; oversees maintenance of controlled vocabularies and NC authorities; and manages
quality control of MARC and Dublin Core records in Voyager and CONTENTdm. Actively participates and lends cataloging knowledge and
expertise to collaborative, cross-functional library planning & decision-making related to the development, selection, and
implementation of cataloging & metadata rules, standards, & practices; ILS changes; access interfaces for GHL OPAC and CONTENTdm; metadata
crosswalks; cataloging & metadata workflows/procedures; NC authorities; & unified access to print & digital resources.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Thorough knowledge of library science practices related to cataloging, metadata, library systems, and user access; current & emergent
cataloging/metadata rules (AACR2, FRBR, RDA), practices, and standards (MARC, Dublin Core); Dewey/LC classification; LCSH; proprietary & open
source ILS options; LC/OCLC cataloging tools; database reports; and digital content management system & collections. Demonstrated ability
to provide vision for cataloging & metadata services; formulate, communicate, & implement cataloging strategies to maximize user access
to GHL collections; lead & manage change; and work collaboratively in a cross-functional dynamic team environment. Strong skills & ability
to perform & review original cataloging; write procedures, develop workflows, and train staff; assess ILS options & cataloging rule
changes; pursue grant funding; and maintain connections within the profession to keep up with trends, developments, and changes in
cataloging and metadata rules and practices.

Training and Experience Requirements

Master s degree in library and information science or a related discipline and three years of professional librarian experience
related to the area of assignment; or equivalent combination of training and experience. Degree must be received from appropriately
accredited (ALA) institutions or regionally accredited programs in North Carolina. Previous applicants need not re-apply applications are
still being considered. Degrees must be from appropriately accredited institutions.

How to Apply:
All applicants must complete and submit a State of North Carolina Employment Application (PD-107) to the Department of Cultural Resources (DCR), Human Resources Division (HR). To obtain an application, please link to http://www.osp.state.nc.us/jobs/gnrlinfo.htm . The application pages must be signed. A separate application is required for each position and location for which you are applying. Applicants seeking Veteran Preference must submit either a copy of DD Form 214 or Discharge Orders along with the application. A resume in lieu of the required state application will not be accepted. Place the position number and job title for which applying in the Job Applied section on the application. Incomplete applications will NOT be considered. Applications can be mailed to DCR HR Division, 4603 Mail Service Center, Raleigh, NC, 27699-4603 or if desired can be hand delivered to 109 E. Jones St, Raleigh, NC 27601. Applications must be received in the DCR HR Division by 5:00 pm on the closing date of the position announcement. Faxed or emailed applications will not be considered. Contact Phone Number is 919-807-7373. Previous applicants need not re-apply

Submitted to Listserv by:

Vicki Brueck

Catalog & Metadata Librarian

Cataloging Metadata Services Branch

State Library of North Carolina

4641 Mail Service Center

Raleigh, NC  27699-4641

Office: (919) 807-7451 Fax: (919) 733-1843

Library Associates Companies (LAC) seeks experienced Librarian/Catalogers for contract position with prestigious government agency. Minimum three years of experience creating online metadata, using WorldCat bibliographic and authority databases, Connexion software, creating Internet links in bibliographic records and using an integrated library system. Work location Silver Spring, MD. Start date July pending contract award. Excellent career opportunity with competitive salary and benefits. Position subject to award.

 Responsibilities include and are not limited to:

• Creating online metadata for the Library of Congress Program for Cooperative Cataloging Name Authority Cooperative Program (NACO) and the Serials Authority Cooperative Program (SACO).
• Creating and upgrading bibliographic records under the OCLC Enhance Program.
• Assigning and creating online locally-defined index terms for Client programs.
• Creating, inputting, and editing online metadata records for inclusion in Client library’s automated catalog and circulation system at an advanced and independent level.
• Correct application of standards, guidelines, and local practices, such as the Anglo-American Cataloging Rules 2 (AACR2), and MARC21, and related online standards.
• Reclassification of disparate library collections into a unified catalog. 
• Conversion of non-automated records into machine-readable (MARC21) records.
• Data input, conversion, and clean up of database records.
• Implements database and bibliographic maintenance activities.

 Qualifications:

• MLS from an accredited institution
• Minimum three years of experience creating online metadata, using WorldCat bibliographic and authority databases, Connexion software, creating Internet links in bibliographic records and using an integrated library system.
• Must be a US citizen and be able to pass NAIC background check.

 To Apply:

• In order to be considered we MUST receive your application no later than Wednesday, June 9th at 9:00 am Eastern
• To apply and be considered for this position, please copy and paste this link: http://bit.ly/Cataloger

·         To view all of our open positions please visit our jobs page at, www.libraryassociates.com

Library Associates Companies (LAC) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and values diversity in the workforce.

Head of Technical Services (University of South Carolina School of Law, Coleman Karesh Law Library)
The Coleman Karesh Law Library at the University of South Carolina School of Law seeks a dynamic leader to be Head of Technical Services. The successful candidate will supervise the operations of the Technical Services Department including ordering, payment for and receipt of library materials in all formats, planning and assessment of the department’s work, work flow efficiency, fiscal responsibility, binding of library materials, shelf reading, technology, and personnel development. The Head of Technical Services periodically reviews and evaluates policies and procedures relating to areas of responsibility and develops or updates policies and procedures as needed. This position reports directly to the Associate Dean for the Library.

The School of Law enjoys a rich and venerable tradition as one of the nation’s oldest law schools. The Coleman Karesh Law Library is an academic, research library with the primary goal of supporting the work of the faculty and students of the School of Law. The Law Library also actively serves the University community, the government, bar, and citizens of South Carolina. Columbia, SC, offers diverse cultural and recreational opportunities, and is just hours away from both mountains and beaches.

Required Qualifications:

•Master’s degree required (ALA-accredited library school).
•Minimum of five years of progressively responsible management experience (academic law library management desirable).
•Knowledge of overall technical services operations, policies, and procedures.
•Strong organizational and time management skills. Must possess excellent project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with an aptitude for complex and detailed work.
•Ability to work independently as well as with a team of professionals, as appropriate.
•Ability to effectively supervise staff.
•Knowledge of and extensive experience with integrated library systems (preferably Innovative Millennium ILS).
•Knowledge of accounting systems, cataloging guidelines, rules, and tools, and excellent computer skills, including knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel.
•Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills, and must possess ability to follow and give clear instructions.

This is a 12 month, full-time, tenure track appointment. Salary is commensurate with experience.

Position availability: Sept. 1, 2010

Applications are only accepted through the University’s online system. Complete job information and application are available at https://uscjobs.sc.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1274364163428. Search requisition number 002494.

The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran status.

Cataloging Services Librarian (University of Michigan Law Library)
Duties:
Perform cataloging, classification, authority control, database maintenance and related work for legal materials in a comprehensive law library collection that includes primary and secondary material for all jurisdictions, languages, formats and material types. Supervises student staff and may supervise full-time staff.

Minimum qualifications:
Masters Degree in Information or Library Science from a U.S. accredited graduate school; formal coursework in cataloging and classification or equivalent experience; working knowledge of at least one European language; excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and analytical skills; creativity and adaptability in the face of multiple simultaneous demands; knowledge of and experience with one or more modules of a library management system. Entry level candidates welcome.

Desired qualifications:
Experience in cataloging, particularly legal materials and/or serials, experience at a student level is acceptable; some knowledge of cataloging rules, resources, tools and national standards, e.g. MARC; ability to work with a number of foreign languages; experience with Innovative Interfaces’ Millennium library management system; experience in a large research library.

Salary: $49,000 minimum, depending on qualifications; benefits worth 28% of salary

Available: Applications accepted until July 15, 2010. Applications considered upon receipt.

To apply: Send letter, resume, three references and all post-secondary transcripts to: Mary Clemence, Business Manager, UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN LAW LIBRARY, 801 Monroe, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1210. Email: .

For a complete job description, please see: www.law.umich.edu/library/info/jobs/Documents/catalogingserviceslibrarian.pdf

University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Serials Resources Librarian (Wisconsin Historical Society)
The Library-Archives Division of the Wisconsin Historical Society seeks a talented, energetic, and forward-looking person to assume responsibility for its serials acquisition and collection development work. The Society’s library forms part of the University of Wisconsin-Madison library system and holds significant collections documenting American political, labor, and religious history; African-American and American Indian history; as well as collections on social activism, the history of radicalism, and genealogy. The library’s newspaper and periodicals collecting efforts reflect all these areas and also include a comprehensive collection of Wisconsin newspapers as well as newspapers and periodicals holdings documenting the U.S. Armed Forces.

This position is responsible for the selection, acquisition, and related collection development tasks for serials holdings. It is also responsible for evaluating new content formats including electronic serials resources and for helping to chart the course for the library’s transition from print to electronic holdings for selected titles. This position works in cooperation with other professional staff members to plan, develop, coordinate, and implement all serials work.

Qualifications:
A well qualified candidate will have an MLS degree from an accredited graduate library science program in addition to professional work experience with collection development issues and practices in research libraries; experience with approval plans, serials management tools, vendor relations, and licensing issues; knowledge of library collection assessment tools; excellent oral and written communication skills; knowledge of evolving research trends in scholarly communications; the ability to effectively oversee the work of students and limited term employees; and knowledge of electronic serials resources.

Special Notes:
1. A criminal background check will be conducted prior to offer of employment to determine if the circumstances of any conviction may be related to the job.
2. The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 requires employers to hire only individuals who are eligible to work in the United States. Upon reporting for work, an individual will be expected to present proper evidence establishing employability.
3. Verification of academic degrees will be conducted prior to an offer of employment.

Applicants must submit an application for State of Wisconsin employment and include a cover letter, current resume, and a paper describing your experience based on answers to specific questions.

Completed application materials must be received by 4 pm on Monday, May 24, 2010.

Materials will be evaluated and the most qualified candidates will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Questions may be directed to Brian Schroeder by email at or by telephone at 608-264-6409.

Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) is a nationally and internationally recognized research and development lab based in Washington State.

This position reports to the Manager of the Information Services Group and provides professional information research services for PNNL staff and the staff of specific other Hanford contractors and corporate account holders.  Duties include leadership for the library’s Information Services & Research Assistance team, as well as other assignments related to information research services.  The incumbent must be self-motivated and able to research complex problems, identify and retrieve needed information, and deliver targeted results to customers.This position requires superior customer service support to internal staff as well as external customers who all have varying levels of expertise with information research, information literacy, and information management knowledge and tools.  The position requires excellent professional communication skills to deliver solutions in accordance with best practices in information research, analysis, and delivery, as well as proper procedures and change management practices and within service level agreement.Qualifications-  Use of science/technical and business literature to fulfill information needs of researchers or academic faculty, competitive intelligence and intellectual property/commercialization staff, and external business customers.

Cleveland Museum of Art

Ingalls Library

Position Announcement

SERIALS LIBRARIAN

The Ingalls Library of the Cleveland Museum of Art invites applications from motivated and innovative librarians to provide leadership and expertise for print serials, auction catalogs, electronic resources and related activities.  The Serials Librarian manages a department comprised of two para-professional staff and reports to the Associate Librarian for Technical Services.  The department is responsible for the selection, acquisition, licensing, processing, access and ongoing maintenance of print serials, auction catalogs and electronic resources. The Serials Librarian reviews vendor performance, oversees the annual budget and ensures the quality of serials control records in the integrated library system (Aleph).  The position evaluates binding/preservation needs and plans for future storage and facility needs for serials and auction catalogs.  The position provides reference service related to serials and electronic resources as needed.

The Ingalls Library is a nationally recognized art reference library (including image library and museum archives).  Founded in 1916, the library contains approximately 450,000 volumes, including journals, 92,000 auction catalogues, and 24,000 clipping files.   The image library contains approximately 285,000 digital images, and 6,000,000 photographs of works of art and architecture, including individual photographs and microfiche.

Requirements:  Master’s degree from an ALA accredited program; minimum of two years related experience and/or training, preferably in a research library, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Desirable Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university in art history; project management experience; policy development.  Prior knowledge of acquisitions practices, including copyright, intellectual property and licensing terms/issues in a networked environment; knowledge of link resolver software, electronic resource management, and integrated library systems; working knowledge of at least one European language, preferably Italian, French, German or Dutch; demonstrated skills in management, supervision and training; strong analytical and problem-solving skills; flexibility and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a rapidly changing environment.

Position available:  As soon as possible.  Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The position includes a competitive, comprehensive benefit package including 20 days of vacation.  To apply, please send a resume and cover letter with three references by May 1, 2010 to The Cleveland Museum of Art, Attention Human Resources, 11150 East Blvd., Cleveland, Ohio 44106 or email to: .

LAC seeks Library Clerks for a cataloging project at a government agency in Washington, DC.  This is a full-time contract position for 1 - 2 years.  The clerks will be transcribing bibliographic data from catalog cards into MARC records in an online integrated library system. We are looking for people with at least 2 years of experience creating and updating MARC bibliographic records.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree;
• Two or more years experience creating, revising and/or updating bibliographic records in MARC format;
• Familiarity with MARC format, cataloging rules;
• Strong attention to detail;
• Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of U.S. government publications and Superintendent of Documents classification system will be a plus.

TO APPLY

In order to be considered for this position, please apply via this link: http://bit.ly/LbryClerkCataloging

Library Associates Companies (LAC) is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and values diversity in the workforce.