Position Vacancy: Director, Film and Media Library

Position Description: Reports to Dean of Library & Information Services and is part of the University Library administrative team. Works closely with faculty to develop the collection and to publicize and promote its use through all campus communications channels, including the web.

The Director of the Film and Media Library will:

* Direct all operations of the Film and Media Library

* Develop, deliver and evaluate services for media collections

* Supervise 2.5 FTE library assistants and several student assistants, and conduct training for new staff

* Provides instruction and reference services for Film and Media Library users.

* Evaluate and select new materials in all formats in collaboration with subject specialists on the library faculty and faculty of other academic departments

* Maintain and update print and online indexes for films and media; works with Technical Services to facilitate cataloging of film and media materials

* Manage licensing and copyright issues for film titles; serve as resource for all campus constituencies on traditional and Digital Rights Management as it relates to still and moving images.

* Make recommendations for staffing and equipment, and monitor expenditures of budgeted funds

* Advise on the selection of new audiovisual equipment

* Provide direction on preservation of the collection.

Qualifications:

Required:

* ALA-accredited MLS and relevant experience.

* Ability to communicate successfully with all staff and patrons

* Knowledge of library systems and audiovisual equipment

* Proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications including Excel, Word and Access.

Desired:

* Media librarianship experience in an academic library

* Background in film or media/cinema studies

* Supervisory experience

Salary: Commensurate with ability and experience. Hofstra University offers an attractive benefits package.

Environment:

Hofstra University is a private, nonsectarian, coeducational institution founded in 1935. Located in Hempstead, Long Island, 25 miles east of Manhattan, Hofstra is accessible by car, train and bus. The University includes Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences, Frank G. Zarb School of Business, School of Communication, School of Education and Allied Human Services, School of Law and University College of Continuing Education. There are 1,176 full and part-time faculty and 13,000 undergraduate and graduate students. The Libraries hold 1.4 million volumes and provide on-campus and remote access to online information resources and class reserves. The University Library is a strong advocate for information literacy and offers an instructional program that includes a one-credit information literacy course as well as other credit-bearing offerings and research instruction classes targeted to specific assignments. Special services include Government Documents, Curriculum !

Materials Center, Film & Media Library, Rare Books and Manuscripts, University Archives and Long Island Studies Institute.

Applications: Hofstra University is committed to building a culturally diverse faculty and strongly encourages applications from under represented minorities. For consideration, please submit a letter of interest and a résumé by October 15, 2007 via e-mail as a Microsoft Word or PDF document to:

Sarah E. McCleskey

Head of Access Services

Hofstra University Library

123 Hofstra University

Hempstead, New York 11549

Sarah.E.McCleskey@hofstra.edu

No phone calls please.

Menlo College Electronic Resources/Systems Librarian, Temporary, Menlo College Bowman Library, Atherton, CA

Description: The Menlo College Bowman Library is seeking an experienced Electronic Resources/Systems Librarian for Fall Semester 2007. For more information about the Bowman Library, consult our Web Site at: http://www.menlo.edu/library.

Temporary part-time or full-time position for Fall Semester 2007; some weekend and evening work may be required.

Scope of Responsibilities:

The Electronic Resources/Systems Librarian is a member of the Bowman Library team, responsible for on-site management and assistance with library applications of technology, as well as providing information, reference, and research assistance to a diverse population of students.

Key work activities include management of the library’s integrated library system (INNOPAC/Millennium), remote databases, servers, public and staff workstations, upgrades, equipment evaluation, security, backups and software installation all within a networked environment. Coordinates development and maintenance of the library’s website. Troubleshoot problems with library-specific hardware and software. Use print and electronic resources to assist patrons. Compile statistics from various sources for use in assessment. Assist with library instruction, reference, circulation and other duties as assigned. Share evening and weekend work as required.

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Bulletin # 07-025; 8/3/07

ASSOCIATE UNIVERSITY LIBRARIAN

California State University, Los Angeles, invites applications/nominations for above Administrator III position. The University: One of 23 campuses of the California State University System, the University was founded in 1947. The University is located at the eastern edge of Los Angeles and adjacent to the western San Gabriel Valley with more than 21,000 students reflecting the rich ethnic diversity of the area.

The Position:

Reporting to the University Librarian, the position of AUL is a senior administrator and has direct administrative responsibility for overseeing the activities of faculty unit librarians. The AUL coordinates internal operations and takes a lead role in strategic planning and coordinates the action plan process for the Library.

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WEB AND DIGITAL LIBRARY SPECIALIST
The Center for Research Libraries is a consortium of more than 200 leading U.S. and Canadian academic and research libraries based adjacent to the University of Chicago’s Hyde Park campus.
Working under the direction of the Director of Information Systems, the candidate selected will design, develop and implement Web enabled solutions for grant and non-grant funded projects and provide technical expertise to support digital conversion and delivery projects. In addition to determine specifications, developing and implementing new or enhanced Web applications, the position is also responsible for maintaining and updating existing Web applications and support a robust Web hosting environment.
Digital delivery accountability includes participate in hardware/software evaluations, testing and implementing scan and post processing strategies, inspecting the quality of scans from in-house and out-sources productions, monitoring the performance of digital conversion equipment and contacting system vendor for problem resolution and upgrades.
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The St. Olaf College Libraries have an opening for the Head of Circulation & Interlibrary Loan.
The Head of Circulation and Interlibrary loan (a) plans, organizes, and oversees the libraries’ circulation and interlibrary loan operation and (b) serves as the point person for space planning and the use and care of Rolvaag’s collection. Leads the staff in circulation and interlibrary loan in evaluating, improving, and streamlining their work. Establishes benchmarks for the department and its staff, evaluates performance, designs and improves workflow, and measures progress on high-priority projects. Identifies and implements new technologies. Serves with other departmental heads on the libraries’ administrative council and advocates for the needs of faculty, students, departmental staff, and the library and college as a whole. Actively contributes to library-wide planning, policy-making, goal-setting and the development of new services and initiatives. Works with counterparts at Carleton College to develop consortial initiatives, and to manage and improve the shared library system. Supports the College Librarian in vetting new ideas, initiatives, and strategic plans. Works alongside staff in the circulation and interlibrary loan to run day-to-day operations.
Salary: Minimum $47,000 - DOQ
To apply, please visit http://jobs.stolaf.edu

Position Title: Head of Library Systems and Information Transfer Services

Supervisor: Library Director

Classification: Management

The Head of Library Systems and Information Transfer Services guides and facilitates the automation activities of the library, and provides leadership in addressing the automation needs of both technical and public services. The incumbent provides overall administration of the integrated library system (ILS, currently Innovative Interfaces, and Millennium), oversees the development and maintenance of the library’s web site, and provides support to library staff in the overall use of library automation, desktop applications, and web resources while participating in the library’s decision-making process by contributing information, advice and expertise on emerging technologies. Additionally, the Head of Library Systems and Information Transfer Services is responsible for the management and oversight of circulation, course reserves, and interlibrary loan services. Further, as Head of Library Systems and Information Transfer Services, the incumbent develops, implements, and evaluates policies and procedures for the orderly operation of the library web site and ILS, as well as those for circulation, course reserves, and interlibrary loan. Finally, as a manager the incumbent is responsible for direction and leadership of the Library Systems and Information Transfer Services group including both professional and paraprofessional personnel.

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