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Summary of Job Postings

Job Posting #	Date Posted	Title	Institution	Location
08-188	05/08	Reference & Instruction Librarian	Mansfield University	Mansfield, PA
08-187	05/06	Public Services Librarian	Fulton-Montgomery Community College	Johnstown, NY
08-186	05/05	Librarian	Pennsauken Public Library	Pennsauken, NJ
08-185	05/05	Archivist	Springfield College	Springfield, MA
08-184	05/05	Media Center Assistant	Dorset School	Dorset, VT
08-183	05/05	Librarian	American Institute for Economic Research	Great Barrington, MA
08-182	05/05	Director	Newfield Public Library	Newfield, NY
08-181	05/05	Technical Services Librarian	Crowell & Moring LLP	Washington, DC
08-180	05/05	Librarians, Part-time, Temp.	Millersville University	Millersville, PA
08-179	05/05	Librarian	Medaille College	Amherst, NY
08-178	04/28	Archivist	Maryknoll Mission Archives	Maryknoll, NY
08-177	04/28	Photo Archivist	Maryknoll Mission Archives	Maryknoll, NY
08-176	04/28	Polaris Implementation Manager	Polaris Library Systems	Liverpool, NY
08-175	04/28	Library Assistant III, Circulation	Mount Wachusett Community College	Gardner, MA
08-174	04/28	Library Technician	Wilson College	Chambersburg, PA
08-173	04/28	Coordinator of Library Operations	Community College of Philadelphia	Philadelphia, PA
08-171	04/26	Associate Director for Public Services	University at Albany, SUNY	Albany, NY
08-170	04/24	Medical Librarian	St Peter's Health Care Services	Albany, NY
08-169	04/22	Assistant Archivist	Sarah Lawrence College	Bronxville, NY
08-168	04/22	Intern, Archives & Records Mgmt. Dept.	Doris Duke Charitable Foundation	Hillsborough, NJ
08-167	04/21	Desk Clerk	Coatesville Public Library	Coatesville, PA
08-166	04/21	Clerical Assistant, Part-time	Pennington Public Library	Pennington, NJ
08-164	04/21	Evening Librarian, Part-time	Berkshire Community College	Pittsfield, MA
08-163	04/21	Head of Circulation	Wm. Talentino Goodnow Library	Sudbury, MA
08-162	04/21	Library Systems Analyst	Skidmore College	Saratoga Springs, NY
08-161	04/17	Emerging Technologies Librarian	SUNY Oneonta	Oneonta, NY
08-159	04/17	Lower School Librarian	Poly Prep Lower School, Part-time	Brooklyn, NY
08-158	04/17	Director	Dover Public Library	Dover, DE
08-157	04/17	Coordinator, School Library System / Media Services	Madison Oneida BOCES	Oneida, NY
08-155	04/14	Head of Instruction and Reference	SUNY Geneseo	Geneseo, NY
08-154	04/14	Information Delivery Services Librarian	SUNY Geneseo	Geneseo, NY
08-153	04/14	Director	Boyertown Community Library	Boyertown, PA
08-152	04/14	Archivist	Brooklyn Historical Society	Brooklyn, NY
08-151	04/14	Information Specialist	Corning Inc.	Corning, NY
08-150	04/14	Project Editor	American Library Association	Middleton, CT
08-148	04/10	Director	Kelley Library	Salem, NH
08-147	04/10	Library Development Officer	University at Albany, SUNY	Albany, NY
08-146	04/10	Director of the School Library Media Program	University at Buffalo, SUNY	Buffalo, NY
08-145	04/10	School Library System Coordinator	Orange Ulster BOCES	Monroe, NY
08-143	04/07	Volunteers	Schenectady City Archives	Schenectady, NY
08-140	04/07	Director	Sidney Memorial Public Library	Sidney, NY

Job Posting # 08-188 Reference & Instruction Librarian

Mansfield University

Reference & Instruction Librarian. Temporary, full-time Instructor or Assistant Professor position for the 2008-2009 academic year starting August 2008. Possibility of renewal for a second year. Provide reference service (including some evening and weekend hours), library instruction (mostly with first year students), collection development, and faculty liaison.

Minimum requirement: MLS from an ALA-accredited institution.

Also required: excellent oral and written communication skills; demonstrated teaching ability; proficiency in using computer technologies including MS Office Suite and online searching skills; and completion of a successful interview (which includes a 30-minute presentation).

Preferred: experience in an academic library; and experience creating & maintaining web pages.

Recent graduates are encouraged to apply. Background checks required.

Effective provision of reference service to students, faculty, and other community users of the library; communication via listening, speaking, and/or writing; keyboarding and other electronic search; lifting and reaching for books above normal heights; turning pages; and reading.

Competitive salary is in accordance with the APSCUF collective bargaining agreement. Full faculty benefits including health plan, retirement, and tuition waiver: http://hr.mansfield.edu/benefits.htm.

Submit: a letter of intent; resume; copies of graduate and undergraduate transcripts; and the names, addresses, and phone numbers of three references via email to: lkent@mansfield.edu, Administrative Assistant for Searches.

Please attach documents in Word or pdf format and include position number FT15-FT-2008.

Transcripts may be sent by mail to:

FT15-FT-2008
Human Resources Department
109 Alumni Hall
Mansfield University
Mansfield, PA 16933

Application review will begin immediately. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. A condition of employment is a complete set of official transcripts for all academic work. Completion of an MU faculty application required for interview candidates.

MU Employment site: http://hr.mansfield.edu/jobs.htm.

Job Posting # 08-187 Public Services Librarian

Fulton-Montgomery Community College a college of the State University of New York, is a comprehensive institution serving 2000 students in credit programs and over 2000 students per year in non-credit courses, including students from 20 countries on 5 continents, and a large number of students from Metropolitan New York City. The campus is located in rural upstate New York in the foothills of the Adirondack Mountains, approximately 40 miles West of Albany, NY, 3 hours from New York City and Boston, MA and 4 hours from Montreal, Canada.

The Evans Library located at FMCC is seeking applicants for the full-time position of Public Services Librarian.

Successful candidates will be responsible for Library public service areas. Coordinate all aspects of Information Literacy/Library instruction. Responsible for user services, including, but not limited to Reference, ILL/Resource Sharing, and informational/instructional literature. Share various duties with other librarians.

Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent; strong oral/written communication skills and interpersonal skills.

Salary/Benefits: The successful candidate will receive an excellent Health and Welfare benefits package effective the first day of hire. Expected rank and salary will be: Instructor and receive $44,366 in salary per year.

The anticipated start date is September 1, 2008 or as soon as possible thereafter. Only electronic applications will be accepted. To ensure full consideration, all materials must be received prior to May 31, 2008. This position will remain open until a successful candidate has been identified.

Please submit a cover letter, resume and five current professional references to Job #0101, attn: Lisa.Corbitt@fmcc.suny.edu.

Fulton-Montgomery Community College is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to work force diversity.

posted: May 6, 2008

Job Posting # 08-186 Librarian, Part-time

Pennsauken Public Library seeks a qualified candidate as PT Librarian (20 hours/wk). Individual should have MLS or be currently enrolled in MLS program.

Send resumes by May 16, 2008 to:

Pennsauken Public Library
5605 Crescent Blvd
Pennsauken, NJ 08110

Attn: John Patane

posted: May 5, 2008

Job Posting # 08-185 Archivist

Springfield College is seeking applications for the position of Archivist. This is a full-time position working in Library Services. Under indirect supervision, this position plans, organizes, maintains, and preserves a specified print and/or non-print archival collection. Appraises and/or edits archival records and historically valuable materials of the institution. Participates in research activities based on archival materials. Develops policy and/or procedure and directly manages the acquisition, disposition, and safekeeping of archival materials. Advise outside agencies, scholars, journalists, and others concerning the history of the College; establish policies related to access to confidential materials. Advises and assists researchers in the application of archival materials in research activities; interprets requirements and supplies and consults on archival information.

The successful candidate will have an MLS degree with 3 years of experience or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience, in records administration, archival material collections, library, history-related or other experience which provided skills necessary to acquire, organize, store and disseminate historically valuable College records. Considerable interpersonal, organizational, planning, project management, oral and written communication skills, and customer service skills. Prefer some supervisory ability and experience and previous experience managing reformatting projects. Prefer experience with automated storage and retrieval systems, electronic records, database design/ management and electronic publication.

Please send letter of application, resume and the names and phone numbers of three professional references to:

Manager of Employment
Springfield College
263 Alden Street
Springfield, MA 01109

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Springfield College is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

posted: May 5, 2008

Job Posting # 08-184 Media Center Assistant

The Dorset School

Full-time (when school is in session) person needed to maintain and monitor Media Center under the supervision of the Media Center Director. Experience with children, library/media and technology is preferred.

Please call 802-362-2606 or send resume and three letters of reccommendation to:

James Merryman, Principal
The Dorset School
130 School Drive
Dorset, VT 05251

posted: May 5, 2008

Job Posting # 08-183 Librarian

American Institute for Economic Research

Overview: American Institute for Economic Research (AIER) is a non-political, nonprofit organization founded in 1933, engaged in scientific economic research, and located in Great Barrington, Massachusetts. AIER’s E.C. Harwood Library was established in 1962 to house the Institute’s holdings and support ongoing research initiatives. The library is undergoing a year-long redevelopment of resources, including streamlining the book and serial collections, upgrading electronic capabilities and digitizing 75 years of AIER research. There is still significant work required to complete this project.

Primary responsibilities: AIER’s Librarian will manage the day-to-day operations of the E.C. Harwood Library and provide research and other information services to staff, members, visiting scholars and researchers, and summer fellowship program faculty and students. AIER seeks a candidate who will carry the newly constituted library into the future and who will explore new ways to promote the success of the Institute through increased access to information on the web, other online sites, databases and feeds, as well as traditional sources of information in the field of economics. The Librarian reports to AIER’s Director of Operations and Development.

Required work skills: The ideal candidate will have experience with all aspects of managing a one-person research library, familiarity with online databases, web resources in economics and statistics as well as the industry and its organizations, and knowledge of InMagic’s GENIE or comparable collection management systems. This position requires excellent organizational, management, marketing and communications skills. The Librarian must be proactive in dealing with staff and have a proven ability to work within time-constraints and adhere to deadlines. The ideal candidate will be self-directed, motivated, and pay close attention to detail.

Required education and experience: An MLS degree is required, with at least five years experience working on all phases of library operations in a business, non-profit or consulting firm environment.

To apply: Please send resume, cover letter specific to this opportunity, and salary history to:

Director of Human Resources
American Institute for Economic Research
P.O. Box 1000
Great Barrington, MA, 01230-1000

Or via e-mail at careers@aier.org

Resume review begins immediately and continues until position is filled.

posted: May 5, 2008

Job Posting # 08-182 Director

Newfield Public Library

This is a professional position under the general direction of the Board of Trustees. The Director ensures that the operations of the library conform with the policies established by the Board and the regulations established by the New York State Library. The Director performs managerial duties related to personnel, budget, collection development and building maintenance. In addition, the Director is responsible for patron services, public and community relations, and library programming. The Director will assist the Board in securing funding from various governmental and granting agencies.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree or equivalent, with experience in public or other library administrative position required. Applicant should have excellent oral and written communication skills, and be able to establish effective working relationships with a wide range of the community, including staff, the board, and the general public. Computer literacy and familiarity with standard office machines is essential, as is a flexible work schedule.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree or equivalent is preferred; MLS would be highly desirable. The optimal candidate would have one year of experience as a Director or three years in a supervisory position. Grant writing skills, and training or knowledge of Polaris system or other online circulation system helpful.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary is commensurate with experience. Benefits include two weeks paid vacation, other benefits available

FULL TIME: 30 hours/week

Library Mission Statement : The Newfield Public Library will continue to provide a comprehensive collection of materials and services to meet the informational and recreational reading needs of a growing, changing community.

Vision Statement:The Newfield Library will:

Be a warm and friendly place where people of all ages can stay awhile to browse, sit and read, meet with neighbors and exchange ideas.
Expand the collection of all sorts of materials which will contribute to the knowledge and enjoyment of people of all ages.
Provide special programs for all ages so that they will discover and continue the pleasure of reading and learning.
Work with the Newfield Historical Society to collect, preserve and make available to the public historical information about the town of Newfield.
Seek to keep the library on a firm financial foundation.
Continue to maintain and enhance relationships with the supportive Newfield community.

Newfield Public Library was founded in 1890

Facilities: 1560 sq. ft. library built in 1875. Library moved in to this space in 1970. The building contains a dry basement used for storage and books sales; the main floor (1000 sq. ft.) where patrons are allowed and a finished second story which houses Archives Alive and is used as a meeting space. Archives Alive is a project funded through grants and associated with and supervised by the Newfield Historical Society. Exterior maintenance project underway for construction / maintenance work to begin in 2009.

Funding: Budget $70,000.
Staff: Library Director, three part-time support staff.
Library Hours: Monday through Thursday, 2pm to 8pm. Saturdays 10am to 2pm. The Library is open a total of 28 hours weekly.
Materials: 15,000 volumes, 21,000 annual circulation, access to Internet on four computers. Provides programming for children's services through the pre-K and kindergarten programs and summer day camp. Other programming as opportunities arise.
Service area: Primary population served is approximately 5,500 residents in the town of Newfield.
Affiliations: Newfield Public Library is a member of the Finger Lakes Library System (FLLS) with access to over 400,000 volumes via member collections, on-line databases accessible to patrons and training services provided by FLLS for staff.
Future plans: Capital underway for maintenance of exterior of building planned. Project to begin construction summer of 2009.
Advantages: Excellent school system. Affordable housing and good family environment. Great community relations and long standing institution within the community.
Board: A seven member Board of Trustees provides supervision of Library Director. Each member serves a 5 year term and members are selected from the community as vacancies arise.

If you have any questions regarding this position posting or would like more information, please contact Mike Allinger, NPL President of the Board, at (607) 564-3669 or email him at ga12@cornell.edu

Send Resume and cover letter by May 30, 2008 to:

NPL Search Committee
c/o Michael Allinger
PO Box 4444
Ithaca, NY 14852

posted: May 5, 2008

Job Posting # 08-181 Technical Services Librarian

Crowell & Moring LLP is an international Firm which employs over 700 talented attorneys and professionals in the fields of accounting, human resources, administration, information technology, legal support, reference services, and operations. Our Washington, DC headquarters has been voted among the best places to work in DC by the Washington Business Journal. We can promise that you will love our culture and enjoy working with our energetic team!

We are currently seeking a talented and hard-working Technical Services Librarian to work within the expanding Research Services department. This position will require attention to detail, great organizational and analytical skills. Don't miss the opportunity to work for an exciting and dynamic law firm located in the heart of the Penn Quarter.

The selected candidate will be an integral member of a talented technical services team. The following is an overview of the responsibilities for this position. The selected candidate will have ample opportunity to gain new skills and an expanded role as they demonstrate proficiency.

Work with the Assistant Director of Research Services to establish consistent technical services policies Firm wide when necessary and leads and facilitates continuous improvement of procedures, workflow, policies and technical services operations, reshaping where appropriate.
Assist with coding and processing of invoices.
Maintain the integrated library system (EOS) and serve as primary contact for service upgrades.
Coordinate with the Information Technology department to create new patron applications.
Manage content on the Crowell & Moring Research Services department intranet page.
Coordinate Collection Maintenance activities including but not limited to: shifting, binding projects, and off site storage of materials.
Assist in cataloging all library holdings Firm wide, utilizing OCLC bibliographic records when possible, and creates original EOS records when necessary.
Convert OCLC records to a format compatible with the EOS Catalog by use of the MARC Transformer.
Train users on the most efficient way to use the public access catalog.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Experience:

An MLS or equivalent degree from an ALA accredited institution required.
2-3 years of professional technical services experience required. Previous law firm experience preferred.
Experience with OCLC and knowledge of MARC, AACR2R, LCSH, LC classification system and standard authority control procedures.
Ability to set priorities and focus on what is critical while being extremely detail oriented.
Ability to organize large amounts of materials and data, both electronic and hardcopy, for easy filing and retrieval.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with lawyers and firm personnel at all levels and outside parties.
Strong analytical abilities, quick thinking and creative problem-solving skills.
Ability to lift and carry items weighing less than 50 pounds.

Crowell & Moring LLP offers a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package which includes progressive options such as back up child care, wellness programs, cultural events and social activities. We are convenient to all Metro lines and offer reasonably priced on-site parking. We take great pride in our positive, friendly culture that rewards hard work and success, at the same time recognizing the importance of family and community service.

Please visit http://www.crowell.com/Careers/ StaffOpportunities.aspx to apply online.

EOE m/f/d/v

posted: May 5, 2008

Job Posting # 08-180 Librarians, Part-time, Temporary

Millersville University

Temporary part-time Librarians needed to work in Public Services positions, Technical Services positions or both. Public Services Librarians will provide library instruction; Technical Services Librarians will do original cataloging for an online system using LC, AACR2 and the OCLC subsystem. Both will provide Reference Services. Evening and weekend work expected.

Required qualifications: MLS degree from an ALA-accredited library program; work experience in college or university library; ability to use electronic information resources; successful interview and demonstration of a database search. In addition, Public Services candidates will be required to present a library instruction lesson; Technical Services candidates will be required to demonstrate ability to use LC, AACR2 and the OCLC cataloguing subsystem.

Full consideration given to applications received by June 2, 2008.

Send a letter of application addressing qualifications, resume, transcripts and the names, addresses and phone numbers of three current professional references to:

Professor Scott Anderson,
Search Chair, Librarian Search/ YR0504
Millersville University
P.O. Box 1002
Millersville, PA 17551-0302

An EO/AA Institution

posted: May 5, 2008

Job Posting # 08-179 Librarian

Medaille College is seeking a creative and motivated person to coordinate library services at the Medaille School of Adult and Graduate Education (SAGE). This branch campus which is located in Amherst, NY serves all graduate programs as well as the Accelerated Learning Business programs.

The Coordinator of Graduate and Adult Library Services is a tenure-track faculty position and the Coordinator is responsible for: providing reference and research assistance; maintaining a library resource room; and providing effective information literacy instruction for all programs at the SAGE Campus. Strong interpersonal skills are a must as the position requires close communication with representatives of the various programs offered through SAGE.

The position requires an ALA certified Master’s Degree in Library Science. Preferred candidates will have 3 to 5 years of relevant library experience and demonstrable experience with information literacy instruction. Advanced knowledge of research databases is required, and experience in Business, Education, and Psychology information is a plus. The SAGE campus serves non-traditional students, therefore flexible scheduling will be required.

Please submit Curriculum Vitae with cover letter and three contact references to:

Barbara Bilotta,
Director of Human Resources
Medaille College
18 Agassiz Circle
Buffalo, NY 14214

No phone calls please.

Applications will be reviewed immediately with the intent to fill the position by July 1, 2008.

AA/EOE

posted: May 5, 2008

Job Posting # 08-178 Archivist

The Maryknoll Mission Archives seeks a creative and professional Archivist to maintain historic materials. This includes appraising and accessioning new materials, arrangement and description of collections, identification of preservation issues, assisting visiting researchers, responding to queries of offsite patrons, and conducting outreach activities (exhibits, tours, newsletter articles) to promote interest in the history and legacy of the Maryknoll Fathers and Brothers, Maryknoll Sisters Congregation and Maryknoll Lay Missioners.

Must have ALA-accredited MLS or MA in history with archives concentration and 2-3 years experience. Knowledge of archival theory and practice, with processing experience. Strong organizational, analytical, written and interpersonal skills; ability to handle multiple tasks; can work independently and as team member; detail-oriented; knowledge of computer applications in Archives. Experience with Microsoft Access, databases and cataloging a plus. Knowledge of Catholic Church history and global issues an asset.

To apply, contact:

Human Resources
Maryknoll Fathers & Brothers
P.O. Box 302
Price Building
Maryknoll, NY 10545

Phone: 914-941-7636 | Fax 914-944-3617 | Email: hr@maryknoll.org

posted: April 28, 2008

Job Posting # 08-177 Photo Archivist

The Maryknoll Mission Archives seeks a Photo Archivist who will be responsible for accessioning, appraising, preserving, arranging and describing historic images of the Congregation and Society. Using knowledge of the collections, prepares exhibits, web content, performs data entry, digital imaging and answers reference requests through the provisioning of images. Develops a schema and standards for cataloging images.

ALA - accredited MLS or MA in history with archives concentration and 3-5 years previous experience. Knowledge of archival theory and practice, with processing experience. Strong organizational, analytical, written and interpersonal skills; ability to handle multiple tasks; can work independently and as a team member; detail oriented; working knowledge of Microsoft applications, Photoshop, digital imaging. Experience with databases, cataloging a plus. Knowledge of Catholic Church history and global issues.

To apply, contact:

Human Resources
Maryknoll Fathers & Brothers
P.O. Box 302
Price Building
Maryknoll, NY 10545

Phone: 914-941-7636 | Fax 914-944-3617 | Email: hr@maryknoll.org

posted: April 28, 2008

Job Posting # 08-176 Polaris Implementation Manager

Polaris Library Systems, a leading vendor of library automation technology, is seeking candidates for a Polaris Implementation Manager.

At Polaris Library Systems we look for people with energy, talent, and creative drive, balanced with a commitment to precision and quality. We strive to create dynamic teams of individuals that come together to design, build, implement, and support the library automation solutions of tomorrow.

The successful candidate must possess outstanding project management and multitasking skills, be able to delegate tasks effectively, strong communication and presentation skills, and must be committed to quality and an outstanding customer experience.

Duties include, in part, the following:

Serving as the project manager, and team leader, for multiple simultaneous contract implementations at public, academic, and special libraries primarily located throughout the United States and Canada.
Working directly with customers to establish policy and profile settings required to configure Polaris workflows to satisfy the needs of each customer.
Entry of profile and policy data and settings.
Troubleshooting and technical support for newly implemented sites.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

Must be able to travel, on assignments ranging from 1-5 days, on a periodic basis. Total travel is expected to be less than 25%.
Successful candidates must demonstrate an understanding of “change management”, specifically as it applies to the need for setting staff expectations, procedures, and guidance related to the implementation of a new automation system.
Proven problem solving skills.
An understanding of the MARC standard for bibliographic data.
Strong verbal and written communication skills.
MLS or related degree, or demonstrated equivalent experience.
Minimum of 3 years previous experience working with integrated library systems, and integrated library system databases.
Applicants must show a Demonstrated ability to work on multiple long term projects, at various stages of completion, simultaneously.
Strong organizational skills.
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and effectively with other members of a project team.
Proven project management and/or staff management experience.
Demonstrated ability to effectively delegate tasks to specialists on a project team.
Must be able to travel, on assignments ranging from 1-5 days, on a periodic basis. strong commitment to service.
Must enjoy working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Desired Skills & Qualifications:

Past experience working for an integrated library system vendor.
Past experience working in one or more public libraries, and knowledge of their policies, procedures, and operation.
Because this position requires extensive interaction with other members of an implementation team, preference will be given to candidates located in, or willing to relocate to, the Syracuse, NY area. If remotely based, must be able to demonstrate and document past success working remotely through email, voice-, and web-based conferencing, and periodic visits to the home office.
Prior experience with the Polaris ILS would be considered a plus, but is not required.
Prior experience using Structured Query Language, or any procedural programming language, would be considered a plus, but is not required.

Polaris Library Systems offers a highly rewarding, challenging, collegial, family-friendly environment. Comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, life and disability insurance, 401(k), vacation and holiday pay.

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To apply: If you have the desire to work with a progressive, professional organization, please forward your resume, and cover letter, to:

Human Resources Manager
Polaris Library Systems
P.O. Box 4903
Syracuse, NY 13221-4903

Or via email to: humanresources@polarislibrary.com

posted: April 28, 2008

Job Posting # 08-175 Library Assistant III, Circulation

Mount Wachusett Community College

Coordinates, supervises, and participates in the operation of the Circulation Desk.Incumbents of positions in this series charge, renew and discharge library books and materials; aid library users in locating and using materials; monitor the borrowing of materials; verify the proper location of books and materials; and perform related work as required. The basic purpose of this work is to aid in the maintenance, preparation, distribution and lending of library books and other materials at a state institution of higher education. Requires working supervision of part-time library assistants and work-study students.

Qualifications: Applicants must have at least (A) one year of full-time, or equivalent part-time paraprofessional or clerical experience as a library assistant, or (B) a combination of an Associate's degree or higher with at least six months of relevant library circulation experience. BA and relevant experience in an academic library preferred. Previous experience with an on-line circulation system, computer/electronic resources, and the Internet. Analytic, organizational, planning and leadership skills. Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to establish and maintain harmonious working relationships with others. Ability to supervise, including planning and assigning work according to the nature of the job to be accomplished, the capabilities of subordinates and available resources; determining subordinates' training needs and providing or arranging for such training; motivating subordinates to work effectively; determining the need for disciplinary action and either recommending or initiating disciplinary action. Ability to prepare general reports. Knowledge of On-Line Computer Library Center (OCLC) bibliographic system, experience with OCLC interlibrary loan preferred. Ability to recognize and assess the need for equipment and personnel. Desirable; working knowledge of Innovative Interfaces or other ILS; substantial experience with Windows and PC application software; ability to plan and prepare exhibits and displays.

Responsibilities: Coordinate, supervise and participate in circulation desk activities; work with library staff to create a customer service oriented library environment, and refer patrons to the reference staff when appropriate; create written documentation for circulation desk policies and procedures; train and supervise circulation desk staff; provide supervision, training, and direction of work-study students, including scheduling and auditing of timesheets; schedule circulation desk coverage; use, maintain and update Millennium Circulation system; create and utilize lists; supervise patron registration and maintenance of C/W MARS registration files; supervise overdue materials procedures; supervise maintenance of reserve materials collection using III reserve book room module; supervise shelving of library materials; supervise mail sorting and routing; summarize circulation desk activities for inclusion in Library Annual Report; supervise and maintain the system-wide holds program; assist in ongoing development and supervision of the library's electronic environment; work with IT department to maintain system integrity and viability; create written guides and handouts, including student and faculty library guides; Process OCLC Interlibrary Loan requests, both borrowing and lending. Fulfill requests for both library patrons and borrowing institutions; attend seminars, workshops, and conferences as a representative of the library and for professional development when appropriate; special projects as assigned.

Salary Range: $32,021.08 - $44,634.20

Hours/Work: (i.e. 37.5 per week) 37.5 per week

Application Deadline: 05-13-2008

Application Instructions

posted: April 28, 2008

Job Posting # 08-174 Library Technician

Wilson College seeks full-time library technician with primary responsibility for interlibrary loans, ordering and receiving, record maintenance, book repair, and new book processing.

Some supervision of student workers and responsibility for library operations one evening each week.

Must be detail-oriented, dependable, relate well to public and campus constituents, and proficient in Microsoft Excel, Outlook and Word. Bachelor’s degree or library technician certificate and experience with OCLC, online databases, and library automation systems preferred.

Applications reviewed until filled.

Send a letter of application including salary requirements, resume, and names of three references to:

Donald Kime
Director of Human Resources
Wilson College
1015 Philadelphia Avenue
Chambersburg, PA 17201

posted: April 28, 2008

Job Posting # 08-173 Coordinator of Library Operations

Community College of Philadelphia

The Coordinator of Library Operations will have primary responsibility for the day-to-day operations of the Library. The Coordinator of Library Operations will: plan, organize and supervise the activities of the Library staff; assign tasks and priorities and coordinate work flow; supervise Classified/Confidential (staff) and student employees, including assigning, reviewing and evaluating work; independently interpret and apply established library policies and procedures for Library staff and patrons.

Specific Responsibilities (Essential Job Functions)

Supervises full-time and part-time Classified Library staff: trains, oversees performance and provides annual evaluations, coordinates work activities, and revises work schedules as appropriate.
Functions as circulation supervisor which includes working knowledge of the library automation system, Inter-library loan function, stack maintenance, and oversight of student workers.
Provides oversight to ensure quality control over Library operations, serves as primary point of contact with Facilities department regarding the Library physical plant.
Serves as resource person for Library operation technology needs; routinely checks and processes all requests for office equipment, broken equipment and computer networking problems.
Maintains statistical records on Library operations and prepares statistical reports as needed by compiling and analyzing data.
Provides quality service to all; accepts referrals from lower-level staff, clarifies complex requests, anticipates problems in resolving issues and provides guidance and referrals to other sources when necessary.
Facilitates meetings, conducts planning sessions and assigns tasks to staff to accomplish the day-to-day tasks and operations of the work area.
Understands the security measures associated with department records and maintains the security and confidentiality of all personnel records and other confidential documents on behalf of the work area and the college.
Monitors the security of current and historical records, identifies oversights or breaches and makes recommendations for improvement.
Works collaboratively with the Department head and/or Dean to develop solutions to address issues and problems.
Has knowledge of and keeps up-to-date on all departmental processes and procedures, understands how to apply this knowledge to solving student/customer problems and is able to communicate and provides the information clearly and accurately to others.
Develops and maintains an expertise of all administrative information systems used by the department or work area; acts as trainer for the library automation system.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree required.
Minimum of 2 years of Supervisory experience in a Library setting.
Demonstrated management and supervisory experience including employee development and performance management skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills including face-to-face, verbal and written communication skills.
Strong working knowledge of library technology as well as Internet applications and PC-based software.
Ability to train others.
Demonstrated commitment to high quality customer service to optimize the impact of the library on the academic experience of students.

Preferred Qualifications: Experience in an academic Library in a College or University.

Special Instructions to Applicants

* Interested applicants should complete an online application

* Cover letter of interest and resumes REQUIRED

* Names and contact information of 3 professional references OPTIONAL

Review of applicants will commence on May 1, 2008 and continue until the position is filled.

Applicants must be legally eligiable to work in the U.S.

Community College of Philadelphia is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity and Equal Access Employer. The College encourages applications from individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups.

Home Organization Code 22000 | Salary Grade or Rank II

Salary Range $46,500 - $50,000

Application Instructions

posted: April 28, 2008

Job Posting # 08-171 Associate Director for Public Services

The University at Albany, SUNY invites applications and nominations for the position of Associate Director for Public Services. The Associate Director provides leadership and coordination and ensures the overall operational effectiveness of the Information Commons and all other public services, including Reference, Instruction, Circulation/ILL/Document Delivery, The Interactive Media Center, and the Dewey Graduate Library. As a member of the senior administrative group, the Associate Director shares responsibility for developing and implementing the mission, goals and broad policy directions for the University Libraries.

Reporting to the Dean and Director of Libraries, the Associate Director for Public Services directly supervises 5 department heads in a division with a total staff of 47 permanent employees plus student assistants. Responsibilities include: managing divisional departments; measuring and assessing outcomes of divisional activities; proactively planning for improved services; collaborating with the campus’ Information Technology Services to further the development of the Information Commons; and advising and mentoring junior faculty. The successful candidate will be a creative, collegial, energetic and experienced senior administrator with a record of leadership and innovation. S/he will demonstrate knowledge about best practices and current trends in academic library public services and commitment to continual professional development through scholarly research, presentations and participation in professional associations.

Required - Graduate degree in librarianship from an ALA-accredited institution and from a college or university accredited by a U. S. Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization. Demonstrated successful, progressively responsible, experience developing and managing user-focused services in an academic or research library. Evidence of: excellent leadership and management skills; flexibility; successful experience managing projects and supervising and motivating staff; strong vision for the future of public services; and excellent analytical, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to use library and office computer applications and knowledge of emerging technologies in higher education settings. All applicants must address in their cover letter their commitment to equal opportunity and affirmative action and their ability to work with a culturally diverse population. All applicants must also meet the University Libraries’ criteria (including publication and professional service) for appointment at the academic faculty rank of Associate Librarian. Preferred: Experience working in a public institution and unionized environment. Demonstrated ability to author and manage Web pages.

TERMS & BENEFITS: Calendar year appointment and tenure-track position; sick leave and annual leave at 1.25 days each per month; health insurance, dental, vision and prescription coverage. TIAA/CREF or New York State Employees’ Retirement available (employee contribution rate 3%).

SUBMIT APPLICATIONS BY E-MAIL TO: azrl@uamail.albany.edu

Please include the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of three references in addition to your resume and cover letter. Finalists will be asked to submit official transcripts and to present on a specific topic to all library personnel.

SALARY: To Be Determined

APPLY TO:

Anna Z. Radkowski-Lee
Library Personnel Officer
University at Albany – LI 111
State University of New York
1400 Washington Avenue
Albany, New York 12222

STARTING DATE: August 2008

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Review of applications will begin on May 19, 2008 and continue until the position is filled.

P08-14685

THE UNIVERSITY AT ALBANY IS AN EO/AA/IRCA/ADA EMPLOYER

posted: April 26, 2008

Job Posting # 08-170 Medical Librarian

St Peter's Health Care Services

HR: 6591

If you are looking for a career as a health care professional, where you are nurtured by collaboration and teamwork, open communication, and learning. We invite you to become part of an award winning health care system. Voted a Top 100 Hospital several years in a row and the “Best Employer in the Capital Region” two years in a row; at St. Peter's you'll find something very rare indeed: state-of-the-art compassion.

This position works closely with medical staff and nursing staff to provide the highest quality service. Position requires a Masters in Library Science or Library Information Science; medical background or experience/management or administration/literature searching/collection development/library technology/teaching. Minimum 3-4 years in the library field, reference skills, service oriented, attention to detail, excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Please apply at: http://www.sphcs.org/stpeters.cfm?ID=190

posted: April 24, 2008

Job Posting # 08-169 Assistant Archivist

Sarah Lawrence College

(Full-time)

The Assistant Archivist is an entry level position which will support the College Archivist in collection management and processing of archival collections. Working in an evolving team environment, the Assistant Archivist carries out other duties and projects as assigned.

Duties include:

Assists with digital initiatives and digitizing collection materials.
Assists with developing retention schedules and the transfer, storage and disposition of inactive records.
Assists with developing exhibits and other outreach activities.
Provides reference services for internal and external requests.
Supervises student assistants in the absence of the College Archivist.

Qualifications:

A bachelor's degree (or higher) in history, archives, museum, library, or special collections.
Demonstrated practical knowledge of archival policies and procedures.
Ability to work independently, prioritize, and exercise initiative and judgment.
Strong interpersonal skills, mature, and the ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Demonstrated awareness of patron archival procedures.
Demonstrated ability to work productively with faculty, staff, students, and the general public in their research endeavors.
Must be detailed-oriented, congenial, patient, self starter, and reliable.
Working knowledge of basic Microsoft Office applications and computing applications for scanning.
Must be able and willing to lift up to 40 lbs.

Preferred Qualifications:

MLIS/MA degree from an ALA-accredited program with a specialization in archives OR equivalent combination of education and work in archives or manuscripts environment.
One year of experience appraising, arranging and describing manuscripts and archival materials.
Experience working in the archives of a college or university.
Working knowledge of MARC.

Salary: Hiring range is $36,500-$38,500, depending on qualifications and experience. Excellent benefits package.

Please send resume and cover letter to:

Human Resources
Sarah Lawrence College
1 Mead Way
Bronxville, NY 10708

Or: E-mail: admin@sarahlawrence.edu

Sarah Lawrence seeks to recruit and retain a racially and culturally diverse administration, staff and faculty. To that end, every job opening is seen as an opportunity to increase diversity and every effort will be made to expand the applicant pool in accordance with these goals. (Please see our Nondiscriminatory Policy)

posted: April 22, 2008

Job Posting # 08-168 Intern, Archives & Records Mgmt. Dept.

The Doris Duke Charitable Foundation

FLSA: Non-Exempt

DURATION: 3 months (Summer)

LOCATION: Duke Farms 80 Route 206, Hillsborough, NJ 08844

REPORTS TO: Archivist and Records Manager

Job Posting # 08-167 Desk Clerk, Part-time

Coatesville Public Library , 501 E. Lincoln Hwy., Coatesville, PA(610) 384-4115

26 hrs./week. $9/hr with an increase to $11.25 after 6pm & on Sat. Ask for details & hrs. Position starts now & is all year. Duties are checking in & out books& shelving. Must be 18/older w/HS diploma, some college & library exp. pref’d.

Must have working phone & ans. mach. Must be able to sub at other times.

Email/fax resume to: merickson@ccls.org | Fax: 610-384-7551

posted: April 21, 2008
source: Daily Local News

Job Posting # 08-166 Clerical Assistant, Part-time

Pennington Public Library

Library Clerical Assistant - PT, 15 hrs. weekly. Must have computer skills, exp. w/Microsoft Office Suite & familiar ity w/standard library operating procedures.

Apply to:

Kathleen M. Doyle. Director
Pennington Public Library
30 N. Main St.
Pennington, NJ 08534

EOE

posted: April 21, 2008
source: Intercounty Newspapers Group

Job Posting # 08-164 Evening Librarian, Part-time

Berkshire Community College

Description of Duties: Provides reference service and library instruction; prepares displays and user guides; helps develop and maintain collection and access to electronic resources; covers circulation desk as necessary; assists in closing the facility; and performs other library duties as assigned.

Hours from 4 to 8 pm Monday through Thursday while classes are in session, including some summer work; with possibility of additional Saturday hours in the future. Position starts May 27, 2008.

Experience and Qualifications Required: MLS or MLIS degree required; experience in library public services preferred. Must have appropriate knowledge of electronic and traditional library systems and re-sources. Requires excellent interpersonal and oral and written communication skills; good computer skills.

Working knowledge of Powerpoint preferred. Must be accurate, flexible, and dependable.

Salary: $21.78/hr with no benefits.

Application review begins on May 2, 2008 and con-tinues until position is filled.

Submit resume and list of names and telephone numbers for three recent job-related references to:

Susanne Grant
Berkshire Community College
1350 West St.
Pittsfield, MA 01201

Berkshire Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and encourages applications from persons of color and persons with disabilities.

posted: April 21, 2008

Job Posting # 08-163 Head of Circulation

William Talentino Goodnow Library

Manage adult circulation services; provide customer services; supervise circulation staff and vols; and participate in collection development.

Qualifications: BA or BS; 3-5 yrs experience in automated public library; and strong interpersonal, supervisory and PC skills.

Experience with III Millennium preferred.

$41,383-$52,123 (7 steps). 35 hrs. per wk. Benefits.

Open until filled.

Resume and cover letter to:

William Talentino Goodnow Library
21 Concord Rd.
Sudbury, MA 01776

The Town of Sudbury is an E.O.A.A. E.

posted: April 21, 2008

Job Posting # 08-162 Library Systems Analyst

Skidmore College

Skidmore College's Lucy Scribner Library seeks a Library Systems Analyst for a full-time position that is available immediately. The Library Systems Analyst works under the supervision of the Systems Librarian to help develop, maintain, support, and document the library systems that power the library's online services.

Responsibilities would include dynamic web services, proxy server, the library management system and catalog, interlibrary loan systems, and training for staff on library applications. In addition, the Library Systems Analyst is responsible for maintaining access to a substantial collection of online journals and scholarly resources.

The successful candidate must work well with people of varying levels of computer expertise. Must have excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, the ability to work well individually and as a team member; and possess demonstrated ability to find creative solutions to diverse problems. Must have a broad understanding of information technologies in a networked environment, as well as familiarity with web accessibility standards and common scripting and markup languages (e.g.perl, ColdFusion, XML,etc.); and have demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and applications quickly. Bachelor's degree is required. 2 years or more experience in an information technology-related field is strongly preferred. Library experience desirable.

Application review will begin immediately. To apply for this position, please visit the Skidmore web site at: https://jobs.skidmore.edu (Search “Administrative/Professional”)

Skidmore College is committed to being an inclusive campus community and, as an Equal Opportunity Employer, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, family or marital status, or sexual orientation.

posted: April 21, 2008

Job Posting # 08-161 Emerging Technologies Librarian

SUNY College at Oneonta

(Senior Assistant librarian)

The James M. Milne Library at the SUNY College at Oneonta seeks a proactive, creative, service-oriented reference librarian with skills to implement library technology initiatives such as virtual reference, Web 2.0 applications, innovative technology projects, and to serve as a member of the Reference/Instruction team. The position is a 12-month tenure-track line at the Senior Assistant Librarian rank with competitive benefits and salary commensurate with qualifications. The SUNY College at Oneonta is one of the 13 colleges of arts and sciences in SUNY. The College has a student body of approximately 5,700 and offers a broad range of undergraduate programs in liberal arts, economics and business, and teacher education. Review of applications will begin immediately.

Duties: The Emerging Technologies/Instruction Librarian will serve as an explorer of, and champion for, the use of evolving and existing technologies as part of a collegial team with five other reference/instruction librarians. The successful candidate will also participate in the activities of the department including teaching and developing informational and instructional materials, reference, and collection development. The librarian will serve as liaison to academic departments and participate in the daily, nightly, and weekend reference desk rotation.

Qualifications

Required: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program at the time of start date; knowledge of trends in academic libraries; experience with technological applications including web development; knowledge of reference sources; ability to work effectively in a team as well as independently; excellent oral and written communication skills.

Preferred: Teaching and reference experience in an academic library; experience with ASP and web forms; leadership potential.

To Apply: Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, names, addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references to:

Ms. Nancy Cannon
Chair, Search Committee
Box W, #1048-Y
Milne Library, SUNY Oneonta
Oneonta, NY 13820

posted: April 17, 2008

Job Posting # 08-159 Lower School Librarian, Part-time

Poly Prep Lower School

Poly Prep seeks an energetic lover of children's libraries to help us build our school's program. This is a one year part-time position that combines coverage for a maternity leave with a consultancy. The successful candidate will cover a maternity leave in the fall, then continue work in the spring alongside our current school librarian.

The successful candidate will be a creative, experienced, and energetic children's librarian who can help us to launch new programs to help all of our children learn about literature, libraries, and research. We are open to lots of new ideas, but in particular, we are interested in implementing the Big 6 research strategy.

Poly Prep's lower school enrolls a remarkably diverse, happy, and talented group of 230 students in Nursery through Grade 4.

Our students love reading, and adore having adults read to them. Great children's literature is a cornerstone of the educational program. Our library is given pride of place in the school, in the parlor of our newly-renovated mansion on Prospect Park West. The library is many children's favorite place in a much-beloved school.

The position will consist of three or four days a week in the fall, and two days a week in the spring. Compensation will be negotiated on the basis of experience.

Please send resumes to

Launa Schweizer, Head of Lower School
Poly Prep Lower School
50 Prospect Park West
Brooklyn, NY 11215

Or lschweizer@polyprep.org

For more jobs in the New York Metro area visit : Metro Magnet

posted: April 17, 2008

Job Posting # 08-158 Director

Dover Public Library

The City of Dover seeks a library director. The candidate must demonstrate and possess a commitment to progressive library service, leadership skills, and a sensitivity to staff and community concerns. Requirements include experience in public relations, fundraising/grants, budgeting and personnel management. The candidate must have knowledge of public library practices and trends, possess good administrative skills and must be a hands-on manager and practitioner. A commitment to customer service, technology, teamwork and communication is essential. The Director is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and coordinating all activities of the library. General policies are determined in consultation with and approval of city management.

As one of the busiest libraries in Delaware (1200 visitors daily) and a current staff of 24, the City of Dover is currently at the first phase stage in the planning and ultimate construction of an estimated 52,000 sq. ft. “Anchor” Library facility to serve the State Capital of Delaware and the heart of the Central Delaware/Kent County region. Preference will be given to candidates with experience in library building projects.

Requires an ALA-accredited MLS. The position requires at least eight years of professional library experience with three of those years in a management capacity.

Hiring Range: $49,191 - $58,571; Salary Range: $49,191 - $67,951. The City of Dover offers an excellent benefit package, which includes health care and retirement.

Interested candidates must submit a City of Dover employment application along with a resume and three professional references to:

City of Dover
Attn.: Human Resources
PO Box 475
Dover, DE 19903

An application can be obtained in the Human Resources Dept. at Dover City Hall or at the website, http://www.cityofdover.com/information/jobs/.

Position open until filled.

EOE/AA

posted: April 17, 2008

Job Posting # 08-157 Coordinator, School Library System/Media Services

Madison-Oneida BOCES

Costello Center, Oneida, NY

12 Month (Preferred), Full Time Position | Starting Date: July 2008

Salary: Commensurate with education and background

Duties: Supervises staff and coordinates the activities of the Center for Instructional Support, including: multimedia collections of instructional materials in appropriate formats, video streaming collections, duplication of media for distribution, copyright compliance, access to materials through on line catalogs. Develops and administers budgets and grant-based programs related to school library systems and media services. Advocates on behalf of school library media services. Promotes and educates participants on copyright compliance. Coordination with Library Development, NY State Library. Other duties as outlined in the job description.

Qualifications: NY State certification as a School Librarian. Eligible within 3 years: NY State certification as a School Administrator, School District Administrator or School Building Leader. A minimum of 3 years' experience as a School Library Media Specialist with knowledge of media services, audiovisual communications or automation activities. Strong team player with excellent listening skills.

Interested candidates may apply on-line at http://www.olasjobs.org/Mohawk/

Job # MOBN0028932-7020

The Madison-Oneida BOCES cooperatively and responsibly provides educationally focused Programs and services which enable learners to excel .In Compliance with Title IX Educational Amendments of 1972, the Board of Cooperative Educational Services, Sole Supervisory District of Madison and Oneida Counties hereby gives notice that it does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the recruitment and appointment of employees; employment pay and benefits; counseling services for students; access by students to educational programs; course offerings and student activities. The Board of Cooperative Educational Services, Sole Supervisory District of Madison and Oneida Counties hereby gives notice that it is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, religion, sex, age, national origin, handicap, and other human differences. This policy will prevail in all matters concerning staff, students, the public, educational programs and services, and individuals with whom the District does business.

posted: April 17, 2008

Job Posting # 08-155 Head of Instruction and Reference

SUNY Geneseo, nationally recognized as a center of excellence in undergraduate education, is a public liberal arts college with selected professional and master’s level programs. The campus is located in the historic village of Geneseo in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of Western New York, conveniently located close to the city of Rochester. We invite applications for the following position:

Head of Instruction and Reference. Requires ALA-accredited MLS; minimum of 5 years experience in academic instruction and reference service; minimum of 2 years management and supervisory experience; strong understanding of pedagogy, learning styles and instructional design; solid background in concepts, techniques, and tools related to face-to-face instruction, and familiarity with web-based instruction and learning; excellent communication and presentation skills; demonstrated organizational, analytical, and project management skills; demonstrated record of ongoing professional development.

Application review begins June 23, 2008. (0623)

To review complete position description and to submit a professional application online, please go to http://jobs.geneseo.edu.

Additional information can be found at: http://library.geneseo.edu/about/jobs.shtml

Positions are opened until filled.

SUNY Geneseo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students. All finalists are subject to drug and criminal background checks.

posted: April 14, 2008

Job Posting # 08-154 Information Delivery Services Librarian

Information Delivery Services Librarian.

Requires ALA-accredited MLS and two or more years relevant experience, including supervisory experience. The successful candidate will have proven experience in and commitment to providing quality customer service; familiarity with issues and trends in access and delivery services or acquisitions; experience with an integrated library system; ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively as both a team member and independently, possess outstanding interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), and able to manage multiple projects and priorities are essential.

Application review begins May 15, 2008. (0623)

To review complete position description and to submit a professional application online, please go to http://jobs.geneseo.edu.

Additional information can be found at: http://library.geneseo.edu/about/jobs.shtml

Positions are opened until filled.

posted: April 14, 2008

Job Posting # 08-153 Director

The Boyertown Community Library seeks dynamic Director with MLS to lead & manage library operations.

Excellent people skills, exp. with adult & children's programming, experience developing & managing staff & volunteers & grant writing experience required.

Salary $45,000-$50,000 based on experience& qualifications. Benefits.

Send cover letter & resume to:

Boyertown Community Library
Attn: Linda Famous
29 E. Philadelphia Ave.
Boyertown, PA 19512

Questions: Phone: 610-369-0496 | Email: lin102@dejazzd.com

posted: April 14, 2008
source: Reading Eagle

Job Posting # 08-152 Archivist

The Brooklyn Historical Society (BHS) is seeking an Archivist to oversee its collections of archival and manuscript materials. This is a full time permanent position reporting to the Historical Society's President, and supervising several interns and volunteers. The Archivist will work closely with the other Library and collections staff, including the Reference Librarian, and Photoarchivist. As part of the collections team the Archivist will also work with staff in other BHS departments as well as with the Collections Committee of the Board of Trustees.

Duties and Responsibilities:

The Archivist will oversee all aspects of the Historical Society's archives and manuscript collections, including acquisitions, appraisal, arrangement, description, loans, preservation, and reference activities:

Manage the collections, including:
- performing all accessioning and donor-relations tasks identifying and determining the status of found-in-collections materials maintaining the collections location and status database.
Select, coordinate, and supervise student and assistant projects, including:
- collection processing
- creation of finding aids, MARC records, and EAD encoding special projects such as small exhibits, digitization, and research.
Provide a full range of reference and access services to both the general public and in-house staff, including:
- responding to reference questions by mail, phone, email, and in-person giving presentations and talks to groups of researchers on BHS collections preparing and updating subject guides on popular topics assisting with educational programs assisting with in-house exhibits and managing outgoing loans of materials.
Assist in setting collections priorities and policies including:
- overall collections policy (acquisitions, deaccessions, loans, etc.) collections development rights and reproductions space allocation strategic planning
Identify, write, and manage grant projects, such as:
- conservation surveys and treatments
- digitization projects
- surveying, cataloging, and processing projects
Other tasks as required, including:
inventorying collections stored at off-site storage facilities
developing web page content
assisting in the creation and maintenance of institutional archives and records management policies
determining financial requirements and assisting in the budgeting process
representing the institution at exhibit openings, benefits, and other events.

Frequent Saturday and occasional evening hours required.

Qualifications:

Required

MLS or equivalent degree from an ALA-approved institution, with specialization in archives.
Two to four years experience appraising, arranging, and describing archival materials, including both personal papers and institutional records.
One to three years experience answering reference questions via a variety of methods, including engaging with the public in a reading room.
Previous supervisory experience.
Experience using archival standards (including MARC, EAD, and DACS) and best practices.
Strong written and oral communications skills.
Excellent interpersonal skills, flexibility, and the ability to work with people as well as independently.
Demonstrated organizational skills, including proficiency at meeting goals and deadlines.
Knowledge of basic preservation and conservation standards for archival materials.
Ability to perform physical activity associated with archives work environments.
Familiarity with MS Office products.

Preferred

Previous experience writing and managing grants for archival collections.
Experience developing digital library resources based on archival materials, including selection and digitization of original materials and preparation of appropriate metadata.
Previous experience coordinating and supervising graduate student interns and volunteers from the general public.
Previous budgeting experience.
Knowledge of American history, especially New York history.
Records management experience.

To apply: Please send resume, cover letter with salary requirements to:

President's Office
Brooklyn Historical Society
128 Pierrepont Street
Brooklyn, New York 11201

Attention: Archivist Search

No phone inquiries, please.

Brooklyn Historical Society is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

For more jobs in the New York Metro area visit : Metro Magnet

posted: April 14, 2008

Job Posting # 08-151 Information Specialist

Corning Incorporated

The global Information Technology (IT) Function is leading efforts to align IT and Business Strategy, leverage IT investments, and optimize end to end business processes and associated information integration technologies. Through these efforts, IT helps to improve the competitive position of Corning's businesses through IT enabled processes. IT also delivers Information Technology applications, infrastructure, and project services in a cost efficient manner to Corning worldwide.

Scope of Position (i.e. projects involved with and role within group): The individual in this role is a resource for scientific literature and prior art search to the technical community in support of the intellectual property and innovation process.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

Comprehensive, high-quality prior art and literature searching is essential to maintaining our competitive advantage.Therefore the individual is expected to be versatile enough to deliver search and development capabilities in the following areas:
Work directly with inventors to understand their information needs with respect to scientific literature and prior art search for the purposes of making the researchers more effective in their pursuit of new science and the resulting inventions
Support the critical information needs of early stage innovation activities through the use of IP and scientific search tools
Patent related activities re: patent searches, prior art, etc.
The individual should be able to interact across organizational boundaries to advocate, educate, and facilitate communication about prior art and literature search to generate awareness of its importance to patenting and the innovation process.
This is a very visible position that requires strong communication skills and ability to work closely with scientists, engineers, and patent liaisons to understand their information needs, executing appropriate search reports, interpreting the search report findings back to the scientist so search strategies can be revised as needed.

Travel Requirements: 2-5%

Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time: 40

Required Skills

Strong people engagement and collaborative skills
Expert in search methodologies and problem solving schema
Analytical skills to help with more advanced searches and synthesis
Capability to train scientific staff in searching methodologies
Technical background and conversant with Corning Technologies
Desired Skills (These are skills that would be nice for candidates to possess)
Ability to question, analyze, evaluate, and synthesize information from multiple sources to provide recommendation on path forward
Strong communication skills (written and oral)
Strong attention to detail
Flexibility & adaptability – Ability to manage multiple priorities and change as required.
Ability to work effectively with little direction

Candidates for this position are expected to have at least a BS degree in a relevant area of science or engineering. Examples of areas of interest are chemistry, geology, materials science, biochemistry, physics, library sciences, and engineering.This individual should have a strong desire to become an expert in the execution of high-quality searches of both scientific and patent literature. This may require some familiarity with IP practices and scientific search tools.

Soft Skills (Communication/Team/Leadership)

Self Motivated
Excellent interpersonal skills
Good team player
Solid leadership skills

Corning Incorporated offers a comprehensive benefits package which provides health care coverage and financial security for employees and their families. This package features a pension plan, 401k plan, employee share purchase plan and a health and welfare program, plus many other valuable benefits including dental, vision, employee assistance plan, group legal services, short and long-term disability plans, flexible spending accounts, vacation pay, holiday pay, tuition reimbursement, survivor benefits, work-life benefits and more. Corning also offers medical, dental, vision, employee assistance plan, Group Legal Services and Lifeworks benefits and more to same-sex domestic partners and their eligible dependents.

Submit your application online at: http://www.corning.com/careers/index.aspx and search ref no#160765

Corning is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

posted: April 14, 2008

Job Posting # 08-150 Project Editor

The American Library Association is seeking a full-time Project Editor for Choice magazine , a monthly review journal.

Responsibilities include the oversight of the ongoing editorial development of Resources for College Libraries (RCL), a core collection of recommended titles for academic library collections available in print and Web formats. Recruit, supervise, and coordinate 300+ member editorial team of subject editors and bibliographers (teaching faculty and academic librarians). Primary liaison with business partner re software development (for both content development and end product), product promotion and marketing. Develop and implement RCL editorial policies and procedures in coordination with Choice Editor & Publisher, Editorial Director, and RCL Editorial Board. MLS, preferably with academic library experience or advanced degree in a recognized liberal arts and sciences field, preferably with minimum of 1-2 yrs undergraduate teaching exp and at least 3yrs of publishing exp. Ability to juggle large numbers of competing tasks while maintaining positive working relationships with a large and geographically scattered editorial team.

This is a full-time position in our Middleton, Connecticut office with a starting salary from the mid-forties; negotiable based on experience. ALA offers a 35-hour work week, an excellent benefit package including low-cost medical/dental insurance, TIAA/CREF 403B retirement plan, and generous paid vacation.

Interested candidates should forward their resume and cover letter to:

American Library Association
Human Resources Dept.
Ref. projeditor/ CHOICE
50 E. Huron St
Chicago, IL 60611

Fax: 312/280-5270 | Email: mpullen@ala.org

The American Library Association is an equal opportunity employer. Applications are invited from women, minorities, veterans, and people with disabilities.

posted: April 14, 2008
source: New Haven Register

Job Posting # 08-148 Director

The Kelley Library, the public library of Salem, New Hampshire, seeks an energetic and creative Director to begin in June. The position will be open due to a coming retirement.

The Kelley Library is a well-supported library with a current budget of $1.4 million, a staff of 18 FTEs, and a collection of 134,000 books and media. Total circulation has been in the 300,000 area for the past several years. The Kelley Library is a customer-service-oriented institution whose goal is to provide first-class library services in a very friendly manner. The library is a member of GMILCS, Inc., a progressive consortium of 12 public and college libraries in New Hampshire sharing an automated system.

The town of Salem (population nearly 30,000) is located in southeastern New Hampshire on the border with Massachusetts, and is about 32 miles from Boston. It is located directly on Interstate Route 93, which provides easy access to the lakes and mountains of New Hampshire.

Responsibilities include: directing library operations, long-range planning, policy and program development, budget preparation and monitoring, personnel supervision, community relations, supervising collection development, overseeing maintenance of the physical plant, and planning improvements. The Director reports to an elected Board of Library Trustees.

A complete position description can be found at “Library Director Position Description” at www.salem.lib.nh.us.

Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution and at least 7 years professional library experience, including at least 3 years in an administrative capacity in a public library. Other knowledge, skills and abilities needed are listed in the position description cited above.

Salary: Hiring Range: high 60s to mid 70s, depending on qualifications. Comprehensive benefits package including health and dental insurance; paid vacation, sick and personal days; and retirement benefits through the NH Retirement System.

To Apply

Send cover letter, resume, and names and contact information for 3 professional references to:

Director Search Committee
Kelley Library
234 Main St.
Salem NH 03079

Or email to searchcommittee@salem.lib.nh.us

Applications will be accepted until position is filled. Review of applications will begin on April 21, 2008.

EOE

posted: April 10, 2008

Job Posting # 08-147 Library Development Officer

University at Albany, State University of New York

Applications are invited for consideration for appointment for the following position:

Professional Rank and Salary Range: SL-4 | Date to be filled: As soon as possible

The University at Albany Libraries of the State University of New York and the University at Albany Foundation are recruiting for the position of Library Development Officer (Staff Associate, SL-4). This position assists in the design, implementation and management of the fundraising and donor relations programs for the University Libraries. The incumbent will participate in strategic planning for development and help to coordinate Library Leadership Development Committee activities. Working collaboratively with the Dean of Libraries, librarians, and the Development Office, the incumbent shares the responsibility for directing and expanding the development efforts of the Libraries that encompass major gifts, donor stewardship, development of public support groups, fundraising, event coordination, and relations between the Libraries, its Library Leadership Development Committee, the University at Albany and the UA Foundation. Extensive travel is required. While the position has a dual reporting relationship, the Dean of Libraries is the primary supervisor.

Qualifications:

Minimum qualifications-MA/MS degree in appropriate area of specialization or a bachelor’s degree in the same and two years of related experience. The degree(s) must be from a college or university accredited by a U. S. Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization.

Preferred qualifications-Three to five years of fundraising experience with a proven track record in corporate and major gift fundraising in a college or university setting. Strong oral and written communication skills, ability to organize, establish objectives and priorities and achieve goals in an aggressive organizational environment; broad experience in capital campaign execution and follow-up; demonstrated pragmatic consensus building skills; strong interpersonal skills and the temperament to establish powerful relationships with a wide variety of constituencies, both inside and outside the organization; ability to work comfortably in a decentralized organizational environment; ability to organize and work effectively with volunteers; computer literacy; ability and willingness to travel and work some weekends. Experience in a university fundraising program or a comprehensive knowledge of academic libraries is strongly preferred.

Desirable qualification-Relevant experience in a university environment and understanding of the value of public higher education.

Special Notes:

SUBMIT APPLICATIONS VIA E-MAIL TO: azrl@uamail.albany.edu (Anna Z. Radkowski-Lee, Library Personnel Officer, University at Albany Libraries - LI 111, 1400 Washington Avenue, Albany, New York 12222)

Please include the names, street and e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of three references in addition to your resume and cover letter, referencing P08-14342. Finalist will be asked to submit official transcripts and to present on a given topic to all library employees. Applicants must address in their applications their abilities to work with a culturally diverse population.

Review of applications will begin on May 5, 2008 and continue until the position is filled.

The University at Albany is an EO/AA/IRCA/ADA Employer

posted: April 10, 2008

Job Postings

Summary of Job Postings

Job Posting # 08-188 Reference & Instruction Librarian

Job Posting # 08-187 Public Services Librarian

Job Posting # 08-186 Librarian, Part-time

Job Posting # 08-185 Archivist

Job Posting # 08-184 Media Center Assistant

Job Posting # 08-183 Librarian

Job Posting # 08-182 Director

Job Posting # 08-181 Technical Services Librarian

Job Posting # 08-180 Librarians, Part-time, Temporary

Job Posting # 08-179 Librarian

Job Posting # 08-178 Archivist

Job Posting # 08-177 Photo Archivist

Job Posting # 08-176 Polaris Implementation Manager

Job Posting # 08-175 Library Assistant III, Circulation

Job Posting # 08-174 Library Technician

Job Posting # 08-173 Coordinator of Library Operations

Job Posting # 08-171 Associate Director for Public Services

Job Posting # 08-170 Medical Librarian

Job Posting # 08-169 Assistant Archivist

Job Posting # 08-168 Intern, Archives & Records Mgmt. Dept.

Job Posting # 08-167 Desk Clerk, Part-time

Job Posting # 08-166 Clerical Assistant, Part-time

Job Posting # 08-164 Evening Librarian, Part-time

Job Posting # 08-163 Head of Circulation

Job Posting # 08-162 Library Systems Analyst

Job Posting # 08-161 Emerging Technologies Librarian

Job Posting # 08-159 Lower School Librarian, Part-time

Job Posting # 08-158 Director

Job Posting # 08-157 Coordinator, School Library System/Media Services

Job Posting # 08-155 Head of Instruction and Reference

Job Posting # 08-154 Information Delivery Services Librarian

Job Posting # 08-153 Director

Job Posting # 08-152 Archivist

Job Posting # 08-151 Information Specialist

Job Posting # 08-150 Project Editor

Job Posting # 08-148 Director

Job Posting # 08-147 Library Development Officer

Job Posting # 08-146 Director of the School Library Media Program