January, 2007
Sunday, January 21st, 2007
The Pence Law Library, Washington College of Law, American University is seeking a Serials and Technical Systems Coordinator (position # 1844). Please see American University’s HR page for application information http://www.american.edu/hr/ft_staff_main_frm.html.
Description: This position provides first line support for Innovative Interfaces’ Millennium ILS, the OCLC system, and other computer applications. The incumbent resolves problems identified by users and via problem reporting software and documents and communicates solutions. The incumbent will work with ILS and other computer application vendor support and will assist in the planning and coordination of activities related to ILS developments and upgrades. The incumbent will also develop and implement testing strategies related to system use and changes, and develop and conduct training workshops as needed. Assists the Serials Department by addressing and resolving varied problems relating to the processing of serials at all points, including, but not limited to purchasing, claiming, processing and collection maintenance. In the absence of the Head of Acquisitions and Serials Control, assists in the supervision of the department.
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Posted in Acquisitions, Cataloging, Serials, Systems, Technical Services, US-Middle Atlantic, US-Washington, D.C., Library, Academic, Library, Law Comments Off
Sunday, January 21st, 2007
Serials/Electronic Resources Assistant (College of New Rochelle, NY)
The Gill Library at The College of New Rochelle, New Rochelle, NY, invites applications for the position of Serials/Electronic Resources Assistant. This is a full-time support staff position reporting directly to the Electronic Resources Librarian and the Dean of the Library.
The successful candidate will manage the integrity of the library’s print and microformats collection through daily check-in and processing of mail, shelf maintenance, processing of claims, statistics, reports, routing, mending, labeling and maintenance of Microfilm/fiche reader/printers. The Assistant is also responsible for supporting the Electronic Resources Librarian with tracking and access to full-text electronic resources. He/She will assist with updating record holdings using various information technology applications (i.e. OCLC, III Millennium, Serials Solutions, EBSCONet) and other tasks and special projects as assigned. Supervises 1-2 student aides.
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Posted in Digital Services Librarian, Electronic Resources Management, Serials, Systems, Technical Services, US-Middle Atlantic, US-New York, Library, Academic Comments Off
Sunday, January 21st, 2007
Government Documents/Development Librarian (University of North Carolina at Pembroke)
The University of North Carolina at Pembroke’s Sampson-Livermore Library has open its Government Documents/Development Librarian position. This is a tenure-track position at one of the premier information resource centers in
Southeastern North Carolina. UNC Pembroke is one of the 16 constituent institutions on the University of North Carolina system.
Job Duties: Managing the receipt, processing, and utilization of federal and state government information; developing grant proposals and pursuing other funding opportunities for purposes of expanding and improving the Library’s collections, equipment, and physical plant resources; pursuing Friends of the Library endeavors; supervising one support staff person and one or more
student assistants; and participating in collection development and reference team efforts as assigned. Some evening/weekend hours will be included.
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Posted in Collection Development, Government Documents, Technical Services, US-North Carolina, US-Southeastern, Library, Academic Comments Off
Sunday, January 21st, 2007
Technology Specialist (OHIONET)
OHIONET, a nonprofit library network with members in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and West Virginia, seeks a Technology Specialist to
assist in the administration of OPAL (Ohio Private Academic Libraries) consortium’s computer systems, including OPAL’s Innovative Interfaces library system and proxy servers, and to provide technical support to and conduct training sessions for OPAL libraries and their staff to support their use of consortium systems.
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Posted in Systems, US-Midwest, US-Ohio, Library, Consortium Comments Off
Sunday, January 21st, 2007
Head of Access Services Librarian (Western Carolina University)
Hunter Library seeks an innovative Head of Access Services to integrate andmanage Hunter Library’s Main Circulation Desk, Course Reserves, Curriculum Materials Center/Maps, and Interlibrary Loan/Document Delivery. This new position will provide leadership, organization, and management of all library service desks associated with these areas. Position duties include
planning, which encompasses ongoing team development and enhancement of an excellent service culture. Responsibilities also include developing, interpreting, and implementing policies and procedures, management of public areas, including building security and developing recommendations on space utilization; scheduling, supervising, training, and evaluating 10+ staff
members; coordinating access services with remote locations and support for distance education programs; and collecting and analyzing user statistics.
The library values collaboration and broad engagement in library-wide decisions and initiatives. This position reports directly to the University Librarian.
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Posted in Administration, Circulation, Document Delivery, Interlibrary Loan (ILL), Resource Sharing, Faculty Position, US-North Carolina, US-Southeastern, Library, Academic Comments Off
Sunday, January 21st, 2007
Electronic Resources Coordinator (Bowling Green State University - Ohio)
Bowling Green State University
University Libraries
Electronic Resources Coordinator
Coordinates and leads the effective management of electronic resources in a multi-disciplinary library. Develops program goals and objectives and assists with the redesign of departmental workflows, goals, and objectives. Minimum qualifications: ALA-accredited Master’s degree; demonstrated experience in the procurement and/or management of electronic resources in an academic setting; understanding of effective collection development practices. Tenure track, 12-month faculty position. Assistant Professor. Salary competitive and commensurate with peer institution libraries for rank and position in keeping with candidate’s experience and credentials. For detailed description, visit http://www.bgsu.edu/colleges/library/admin/jobs.html
.Start date on or before July 1, 2007. Print, electronic, or fax applications must be received or postmarked by March 9, 2007. Submit application letter, vitae, and name, address, contact information for minimum 3 references to: Beverly J. Stearns, Administrative Office, 204 William T. Jerome Library, Bowling Green State University, Bowling Green, OH 43403-0170. Email: bstearn@bgsu.edu. Fax: (419) 372-7996. BGSU is an AA/EO institution.
Posted in Electronic Resources Management, Faculty Position, US-Midwest, US-Ohio, Library, Academic Comments Off
Sunday, January 21st, 2007
Assistant/Associate University Librarian for Collections and Library Information Systems (Univ of California, Santa Cruz)
The University of California, Santa Cruz Library invites applications for the position of Assistant/Associate University Librarian for
Collections and Library Information Systems. The AUL/CLIS is a member of the Library’s senior management team and has overall
responsibility for Library collections and information systems, including collection development, the collection budget,
acquisitions, cataloging and metadata creation, serials management, digitization projects, preservation, scholarly communication, special collections, and archives. The AUL/CLIS will provide vision, direction, and leadership within the library, the UCSC campus, and the University of California library system as the Library redefines its collections in the context of emerging trends in scholarly communication, digital initiatives, shared collections, and the development of next-generation bibliographic and information systems.
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Posted in Administration, Collection Development, Electronic Resources Management, Systems, Technical Services, Faculty Position, US-California, US-Pacific Coast, Library, Academic Comments Off
Tuesday, January 16th, 2007
Associate Director of Support Services (Westerville Public Library - Ohio)
The Westerville Public Library is accepting resumés for the position of Associate Director of Support Services. Primary responsibilities will include supervising the Computer Services and Technical Services Departments. The Computer Services Department is comprised of one full-time Webmaster and two full-time IT Specialists.
The Associate Director serves as the Lead Administrator of the local Innovative Interfaces system as well as the Central Site Coordinator for the Search Ohio INNreach system. In addition, the Westerville Public Library serves as a development partner with Innovative Interfaces Inc. This requires a general philosophy of forward thinking and a willingness to
accept and initiate change on a regular basis. Secondary responsibilities will include supervision of Collection Development and Facility Maintenance.
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Posted in Administration, Collection Development, Digital Services Librarian, Electronic Resources Management, Systems, Technical Services, Web Manager, US-Midwest, US-Ohio, Library, Consortium, Library, Public Comments Off
Wednesday, January 10th, 2007
Assistant Librarian, Music Metadata Librarian, Temporary 2-year Appointment (Baylor University)
Chartered in 1845 by the Republic of Texas, Baylor University is the oldest university in Texas and the world’s largest Baptist University. Baylor’s mission is to educate men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community. As reflected in Vision 2012, Baylor aspires
to become a top tier research university while remaining committed to its Christian heritage. Baylor is actively recruiting faculty supportive of its mission and vision.
We invite you to discover the vision (www.baylor.edu/vision/) and excitement at Baylor as we seek to fill a 2-year, temporary Academic Professional position in the Electronic Library.
RESPONSIBILITIES: Create original metadata records from source materials such as LPs, 78s, etc., including links to image and audio files stored in CONTENTdm, help establish appropriate metadata schema for each respective material type and maintain bibliographic standards.
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Posted in Cataloging, Digital Services Librarian, Electronic Resources Management, Technical Services, US-Southwest, US-Texas, Library, Academic Comments Off
Wednesday, January 10th, 2007
Library Resident in Research and Instruction Services (University of New Mexico Libraries)
The University of New Mexico Libraries has an opening (JR# 6179) for a Library Resident in Research and Instruction Services. This is a full-time, 12 month faculty position. The desired start date is July 1, 2007. The faculty rank will be Lecturer III, visiting status. This position may be extended by the University Libraries for up to one additional year subject to program needs, library budget, and job performance. The annual salary is $40,000.
Position Description
This post-MLS residency is designed for recent graduates of ALA accredited library and information science programs. Prior professional experience is not expected. The resident will participate in an extensive orientation program that provides the opportunity to develop expertise in all aspects of an academic research library including research and instruction services, public and technical services, library administration, special collections, library research programs and library technology. This position reports directly to the Director of Zimmerman Library. Residents will participate in faculty governance as detailed in the UNM Faculty Handbook.
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