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Friday, April 29, 2011

[LIBJOBS] United Arab Emerites - Abu Dhabi - Librarian, Technical and General Services

Librarian, Technical and General Services

The NYUAD Library seeks candidates with flexibility, creativity, and a strong customer service commitment to serve in a combined role facilitating access to collections by providing Technical Services support, as well as contributing generally to the unique set of patron services being developed at the library. 

Reporting to the Library Director and in consultation with librarians and learning technology staff, assists with the development and implementation of NYUAD library policies and procedures.  Technical Services duties include: oversee routine acquisitions of library materials; assess vendor performance; report catalog maintenance issues to the Knowledge Access and Resource Management Services Department in New York; coordinate report requests; review local technical services workflows to ensure that they conform with best practices as indicated by NYU Division of Libraries; manage library assistants involved in those areas, review work for accuracy, troubleshoot and resolve problems; establish priorities and ensure deadlines are met.  General services duties include: conduct bibliographic instruction, contribute to the development of library’s e-presence and e-service vehicles; work directly with faculty and students to promote library services.  

Work location is the Abu Dhabi campus downtown location, interim to the completion of the permanent campus on Saadiyat Island.  Living and working in the United Arab Emirates presents an excellent professional work environment, coupled with an abundance of cultural, educational, recreational and travel opportunities.

 

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Required Education: ALA accredited MLS and background in subject matter relevant to the curriculum required.  Recent graduates with the required qualifications will be considered.

Required experience: Two years of para-professional or professional experience in acquisitions and/or cataloging; familiarity with current practices, new technologies, and trends in academic libraries.   Academic library experience preferred.   

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Working knowledge of the structure and operation of integrated library systems; demonstrated ability reading and interpreting bibliographic records; strong analytical and problem solving skills; experience creating/maintaining simple databases and complex spreadsheets; excellent English-language communication skills; knowledge of a language other than English preferred, but not required;  ability to establish positive long-distance working relationships with NYU Library staff in New York and to work collegially within a small local unit that is flexible and extremely responsive to patrons.

 

New York University Abu Dhabi Library:

 

The NYUAD Library offers a growing print collection and access to myriad electronic resources via NYUNY: 90,000 journal titles, 1,000+ databases, and more than half a million e-books and audio & video files.

           

Service to scholars is the primary mission of the NYUAD library staff. Value is placed on saving time for researchers, providing requested items efficiently, informing scholars of new resources, and offering assistance in finding, using, analyzing, and presenting knowledge.

 

The NYUAD library offers opportunities to work closely with students and faculty to create what many are calling “the World's Honors College.” The most accomplished and promising students from around the globe and a faculty of international distinction are committed to building a pioneering liberal arts and science college of unparalleled quality – a vital center of world-class research.

 

For more information on the NYUAD Library and NYU’s Division of Libraries, please visit http://nyuad.nyu.edu/academics/library/ and http://library.nyu.edu/.

 

Interested Candidates

To ensure consideration, send resume and letter of application, including the name, address and telephone number of three references to: Enrique Yanez, Director, Human Resources, New York University Libraries, 70 Washington Square South, New York, NY 10012 or via email to jobs@library.nyu.edu. The search will remain open until filled.

NYU’s Division of Libraries and the NYUAD Library embrace diversity and are committed to attracting qualified candidates who also embrace and value diversity and inclusivity.

NYU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

 

[LIBJOBS] Yale University - Professional Opportunity - Curator, Middle East Collection - Sterling Memorial Library (#12886BR)

Please pardon cross-posting – professional opportunity of possible interest

 


 

Curator, Middle East Collection

Sterling Memorial Library

Yale University

New Haven, CT

Rank:  Librarian I-III

www.yale.edu/jobs

 

Schedule:  Full-time (37.5 hours per week); Standard Work Week (8:30-5:00); occasional evening and weekend hours

 

Yale University offers exciting opportunities for achievement and growth in New Haven, Connecticut.  Conveniently located between Boston and New York, New Haven is the creative capital of Connecticut with cultural resources that include two major art museums, a critically-acclaimed repertory theater, state-of-the-art concert hall, and world-renowned schools of Architecture, Art, Drama, and Music.

 

THE UNIVERSITY AND THE LIBRARY

The Yale University Library, as one of the world's leading research libraries, collects, organizes, preserves, and provides access to and services for a rich and unique record of human thought and creativity. It fosters intellectual growth and is a highly valued partner in the teaching and research missions of Yale University and scholarly communities worldwide. A distinctive strength is its rich spectrum of resources, including more than 12.5 million volumes and information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to early printed books to electronic databases. The Library is engaged in numerous digital initiatives designed to provide access to a full array of scholarly information. Housed in the Sterling Memorial Library and twenty school and departmental libraries, it employs a dynamic, diverse, and innovative staff of over 500 who have the opportunity to work with the highest caliber of faculty and students, participate on committees, and are involved in other areas of staff development.  For additional information on the Yale University Library, please visit the Library's web site at http://www.library.yale.edu/.

 

THE MIDDLE EAST COLLECTION

Yale was the first among American colleges and universities to support and encourage the study of Arabic and Islamic literature and culture.  The first professor of Arabic, Edward Elbridge Salisbury, was appointed in 1841, the only scholar with this specialty in the United States.  In more than 150 years since that appointment, Yale has developed an extensive and internationally regarded collection of materials, including well over 400,000 volumes that support Arabic and Middle Eastern Studies.  These works appear in many languages and are housed in several libraries and collections.  Volumes in the vernacular languages (especially Arabic, Persian, and Turkish) exceed 150,000.  An outstanding collection of more than 6,000 manuscripts in Arabic, Persian, and Ottoman Turkish, dealing with various subjects, resides in the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library.  The Library receives nearly 1,000 active serials relating to Middle Eastern Studies, plus major American and European scholarly journals in the field.  As one of the oldest collections among the major Middle Eastern collections in the United States, it forms a key component of the national resource for the study of the Middle East.  The Yale Library is particularly renowned in recent years for ground-breaking work in the digitization and full-text searchability of Arabic scholarly journals and related materials, through its International Digital Projects group.  Yale offers Master’s and Ph.D. degrees in disciplines related to the Middle East, and it continues to attract highly qualified graduate students from the U.S., Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Based in Sterling Memorial Library and reporting to the Associate University Librarian (AUL) for Collections and International Programs, the Curator is responsible for the department called the Middle East Collection, encompassing activities from selection to acquisition to copy cataloging to preservation and collection management across various formats and media. Develops a strong research collection of material from the Middle East to meet the information needs of faculty, students, and other scholars in and beyond the Yale community. Liaises with Yale's faculty and students, providing strong teaching and research support. Manages two (2) full-time equivalents (FTEs), plus students, and a substantial acquisitions budget. Works in close cooperation with key departments across the Library, including other area curators, Cataloging and Metadata Services, Preservation, International Digital Projects, and staff in other departmental libraries. Relationships with and services to Yale's students and faculty, as well as outreach and participation in activities beyond the Yale community, including publishers, vendors, and professional groups are key components for success in the position.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the development, management, and interpretation of the Middle East Collection.  Selects materials for the Collection; develops, manages, and promotes library collections and services across all library formats (books, journals, databases, audio, video, etc.) in vernacular languages, principally Arabic, Persian, and Turkish.   Evaluates content and condition of collections, deciding what to add, preserve, replace, and withdraw.  Establishes and maintains good relationships with dealers, content providers, exchange partners, libraries, and other institutions connected with Middle East studies.  Participates in and contributes specialist knowledge to Yale University Library's and Yale University's digital library projects for Middle East.

 

Manages a staff of two (2) full-time equivalents (FTEs) plus students, and a budget of over $200,000 for acquisitions.  Collaborates with other departments in preservation of and access to Middle East Collections.  Communicates with and assists faculty and students in meeting their teaching, learning, and research needs. Provides in-depth reference research, instruction, and consultations.  Develops and maintains the Middle East web page, subject guides, and finding aids.  Works closely with and serves as a member of the Council on Middle East Studies.  Advocates for, publicizes, and exhibits the Library's Middle East activities locally and nationally.  Participates in scholarly meetings and conferences related to the Middle East; keeps active in Middle East-related scholarly activities at the local regional national and international level. 

 

Keeps the Associate University Librarian (AUL) informed of important changes in programs affecting collections and services.  Works with the AUL and Library Development to identify and develop funding opportunities.  Participates in library planning committees and task forces and engages in campus, regional, and national professional organizations and collaborative activities. Expected to be professionally active and represents the Library and the University in the academic, scholarly, and professional community.  May be required to assist in disaster recovery efforts.  May be assigned to work at West Campus location in West Haven, CT.

 

QUALIFICATIONS

Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program for library and information science and a graduate degree in a field relevant to Middle Eastern studies -OR- a graduate degree in a field relevant to Middle Eastern studies and an equivalent combination of relevant library experience. Appointment to the rank of Librarian II requires a minimum of two years of professional experience and demonstrated professional accomplishments appropriate to the rank. Appointment to the Librarian III rank requires at least five years of professional experience and demonstrated professional accomplishments appropriate to the rank.  Experience with teaching in a library or academic setting.  Experience with the creation and use of digitized content for research and teaching.  Experience in creating content for web pages.

 

Fluency/proficiency in Arabic and ability to work in at least one other Middle Eastern language collected at Yale, as well as excellent communication skills in English.  Familiarity with the history of and current trends in scholarly research related to Middle Eastern studies.  Familiarity with the major bibliographic tools used for Middle Eastern studies and a knowledge of the current book trade in the major countries of emphasis.  Demonstrated ability to succeed in a collaborative, team-based environment. Demonstrated ability to work collegially and cooperatively within and across organizations.  Demonstrated initiative and proactive engagement.  Knowledge of trends in networked access to information, social networking, citation management, course management systems, digitization, and other technologies used by readers and libraries to facilitate information access and management.  Familiarity with the use of archives and practices for archival description.

 

Preferred: Ability to plan, manage, and coordinate complex projects; demonstrated record of devising and bringing projects to a conclusion in a timely fashion.

 

SALARY AND BENEFITS

We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country's great workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with extensive recreational facilities, and much more. 

 

Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references should be sent by creating an account and applying online at http://www.yale.edu/jobs for immediate consideration - the STARS req ID for this position is 12886BR.  Please be sure to reference #12885BR in your cover letter.

 

BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS

All external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. Internal candidates may be subject to a motor vehicle or credit check for this position based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent on successful completion of the required background check. Please visit http://www.yale.edu/hronline/careers/screening/faqs.html for additional information on the background check requirements and process.

 

Yale University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.  Yale values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students and strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups.

 


 

 

[LIBJOBS] Yale University - Professional Opportunity - Curator, Latin American Collection - Sterling Memorial Library (#12885BR)

Please pardon cross-posting – professional opportunity of possible interest

 


 

Curator, Latin American Collection

Sterling Memorial Library

Yale University

New Haven, CT

Rank:  Librarian I-III

www.yale.edu/jobs

 

Schedule:  Full-time (37.5 hours per week); Standard Work Week (8:30-5:00); occasional evening and weekend hours

 

Yale University offers exciting opportunities for achievement and growth in New Haven, Connecticut.  Conveniently located between Boston and New York, New Haven is the creative capital of Connecticut with cultural resources that include two major art museums, a critically-acclaimed repertory theater, state-of-the-art concert hall, and world-renowned schools of Architecture, Art, Drama, and Music.

 

THE UNIVERSITY AND THE LIBRARY

The Yale University Library, as one of the world's leading research libraries, collects, organizes, preserves, and provides access to and services for a rich and unique record of human thought and creativity. It fosters intellectual growth and is a highly valued partner in the teaching and research missions of Yale University and scholarly communities worldwide. A distinctive strength is its rich spectrum of resources, including more than 12.5 million volumes and information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to early printed books to electronic databases. The Library is engaged in numerous digital initiatives designed to provide access to a full array of scholarly information. Housed in the Sterling Memorial Library and twenty school and departmental libraries, it employs a dynamic, diverse, and innovative staff of over 500 who have the opportunity to work with the highest caliber of faculty and students, participate on committees, and are involved in other areas of staff development.  For additional information on the Yale University Library, please visit the Library's web site at http://www.library.yale.edu/.

 

THE LATIN AMERICAN  COLLECTION

The Latin American Collection at Yale is responsible for the development of a strong research collection of materials from Latin America that meets the information needs of faculty, students and other scholars in the Yale community.  The Collection selects and acquires materials published in Mexico, Central and South America, and the Caribbean.  It is considered to be one of the foremost collections in the United States, containing a wealth of research material and offering a variety of research opportunities for Latin American studies.  The collection comprises over 530,000 printed volumes, including monographs, serials, newspapers, and government documents.  It has subscriptions to over 3,500 Latin American periodicals and monographic series.  Most of these works are in the principal languages of the region, Spanish and Portuguese, but also included are many publications in French, English, Dutch, Creole, and Latin American indigenous languages.  In addition to printed matter, there is a rich collection of manuscript material, a microfilm collection of over 15,000 reels, as well as such non-book materials as photographs, documentary film, sound recordings, and sheet maps.  The collection is mainly housed in Sterling Memorial Library, but there are sizeable Latin American holdings in the Economic Growth Center Collection, and the Beinecke, Divinity, Social Science, Art, Music, and Law libraries. As one of the oldest collections among the major Latin American collections in the United States, it forms the core of the national resource for the study of Latin Americana.

 

Yale offers Master’s and Ph.D. degrees in disciplines related to Latin America , and it continues to attract highly qualified graduate students from the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Latin America.

 

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Based in Sterling Memorial Library and reporting to the Associate University Librarian (AUL) for Collections and International Programs, the Curator is responsible for the department called the Latin American Collection, encompassing activities from selection to acquisition to copy cataloging to preservation and collection management across various formats and media. Provides strong support to Yale students and faculty for their teaching, learning, and research. Manages three (3) full-time equivalents (FTEs), plus students, and a substantial acquisitions budget. Works in close cooperation with key departments across the Library, including other area curators, Cataloging and Metadata Services, Preservation, International Digital Projects, and staff in other departmental libraries. Relationships with and services to Yale's students and faculty, as well as outreach and participation in activities beyond the Yale community, including publishers, vendors, and professional groups are key components for success in the position.

 

RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsible for the development, management, and interpretation of the Latin American Collection.  Selects materials for the Collection; develops, manages, and promotes library collections and services across all library formats (books, journals, databases, audio, video, etc.) in the languages of the region, mainly Spanish, Portuguese, English and French.  Evaluates content and condition of collections, deciding what to add, preserve, replace, and withdraw.  Establishes and maintains good relationships with dealers, content providers, exchange partners, libraries, and other institutions connected with Latin American studies.

Participates in and contributes specialist knowledge to Yale University Library's and Yale University's digital library projects for Latin America.

 

Manages a staff of three (3) full-time equivalents (FTEs) plus students, and a budget of over $300,000 for acquisitions.  Collaborates with other departments in preservation of and access to Latin American research materials.   Communicates with and assists faculty and students in meeting their teaching, learning, and research needs. Provides in-depth reference research, instruction, and consultations.  Develops and maintains the Latin American web page, subject guides, and finding aids.  Works closely with and serves as a member of the Council on Latin American and Iberian Studies.  Advocates for, publicizes, and exhibits the Library's Latin American activities locally and nationally.  Participates in scholarly meetings and conferences related to Latin America; keeps active in Latin American-related scholarly activities at the local regional national and international level.

 

Keeps the Associate University Librarian (AUL) informed of important changes in programs affecting collections and services.  Works with the AUL and Library Development to identify and develop funding opportunities.  Participates in library planning committees and task forces and engages in campus, regional, and national professional organizations and collaborative activities. Expected to be professionally active and represents the Library and the University in the academic, scholarly, and professional community.   May be required to assist in disaster recovery efforts.  May be assigned to work at West Campus location in West Haven, CT.

 

QUALFICATIONS

Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program for library and information science and a graduate degree in a field relevant to Latin American studies -OR- a graduate degree in a field relevant to Latin American studies and an equivalent combination of relevant library experience. Appointment to the rank of Librarian II requires a minimum of two years of professional experience and demonstrated professional accomplishments appropriate to the rank. Appointment to the Librarian III rank requires at least five years of professional experience and demonstrated professional accomplishments appropriate to the rank.  Experience with teaching in a library or academic setting.  Experience with the creation and use of digitized content for research and teaching.  Experience in creating content for Web pages.

 

Fluency/proficiency in Spanish and ability to work in at least one other Western European language, preferably Portuguese, as well as excellent communication skills in English.  Familiarity with the history of, and current trends in, scholarly research related to Latin American studies.  Familiarity with the major bibliographic tools used for Latin American studies and a knowledge of the current book trade in Latin America.  Demonstrated ability to succeed in a collaborative, team-based environment. Demonstrated ability to work collegially and cooperatively within and across organizations.  Demonstrated initiative and proactive engagement.  Knowledge of trends in networked access to information, social networking, citation management, course management systems, digitization, and other technologies used by readers and libraries to facilitate information access and management.  Familiarity with the use of archives and practices for archival description. 

 

Preferred: Ability to plan, manage, and coordinate complex projects; demonstrated record of devising and bringing projects to a conclusion in a timely fashion.

 

SALARY AND BENEFITS

We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country's great workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with extensive recreational facilities, and much more. 

 

Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three (3) professional references should be sent by creating an account and applying online at http://www.yale.edu/jobs for immediate consideration - the STARS req ID for this position is 12885BR.  Please be sure to reference #12885BR in your cover letter.

 

BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS

All external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. Internal candidates may be subject to a motor vehicle or credit check for this position based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent on successful completion of the required background check. Please visit http://www.yale.edu/hronline/careers/screening/faqs.html for additional information on the background check requirements and process.

 

Yale University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.  Yale values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students and strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups.

 


 

[LIBJOBS] United States - Tumwater, WA - Collection Services Manager

Timberland Regional Library seeks an energetic, creative, dynamic, collaborative, well-organized Manager to oversee and administer Collection Services functions for the District.  The ideal candidate will have an MLS from an ALA-accredited program and 5+ years responsible experience in technical/collection service operations within a large public library system.

 

Timberland is a five-county library district in SW Washington State that serves 420,000 residents through 27 community library branches and 4 school-based cooperative library centers with a staff of 325 and a budget of $19 million.  The 7,000 square mile district ranges from the Pacific Ocean to the Olympic mountains, from Puget Sound to Mount Rainier.  The district’s service center is near Olympia, the state capital. 

 

Application materials will be accepted until May 27, 2011 at 5pm at our Administrative Service Center.

More information is available on our website at www.TRL.org.

Position Information:              Grade 74

                40 hours/week (1.0 FTE)

                                                                                              

Position Code:                         TECH742070-01 (Include on your application and mailing envelope)

 

                Hiring Salary:          $75,065 annually

 

                Closing Date:           May 27, 2011 at 5pm

 

                Benefits: Employee Assistance Program

Medical, dental, vision, life & long-term disability insurance available

                Washington State Public Employees Retirement System

                Deferred Compensation & Flexible Benefits plans available

                Paid Sick, Vacation & 13 Holidays

 

                To Apply: Obtain “Application for Employment” Materials:

                Online at www.trl.org

                At the Administrative Service Center (see address below)

                At your local Timberland Regional Library            

 

                Submit Materials to:

                Timberland Regional Library Administrative Service Center

                Attn: Human Resources

                415 Tumwater Blvd SW

                Tumwater, WA 98501

 

Application materials must be RECEIVED at the Administrative Service Center by 5pm on the closing date.

 

Resume not accepted in lieu of Application - No emailed or faxed materials accepted

GENERAL PURPOSE:  Under general direction, plans, coordinates, and manages Collection Services operations, activities, and personnel for the Timberland Regional Library District.

 

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

 

  • Oversees and administers Collection Services functions in relation to the selection, acquisition, cataloging, processing, maintenance, sharing, and distribution of library materials for the District.
  • Hires, trains, supervises, and monitors the performance of assigned personnel.
  • Participates in the development and implementation of district-wide library plans and goals.
  • Coordinates with library personnel to assess collection issues throughout the District; identifies current and future departmental challenges.
  • Develops and administers departmental budget; monitors expenditure.
  • Recommends and implements changes necessary to improve services and operations.
  • Ensures staff compliance with the District’s library policies and procedures.
  • Responds to and resolves issues with vendors Provides background and support documentation to address patrons concerns in relation to collection items.
  • Serves as a member of the Director’s Advisory Council; attends and participates in a variety of board meetings and committees.
  • Leads task forces and special committees in the study of proposed changes to collection policies, procedures, and resource formats.
  • Provides support and collaboration in relation to team projects.
  • Prepares, submits, and maintains a variety of departmental reports, records, and documentation.
  • Performs other duties as assigned or required.

 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 

Education and Experience:

Master’s Degree in Library Science, and five years experience overseeing and administering technical/collection service operations within a large public library system; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Required Licenses or Certifications:

·          State of Washington Librarian Certificate is required.

·          Must possess a valid Washington Driver’s License.

 

Required Knowledge of:

·          Customer service standards and procedures.

·          Principles and practices of library science and administration.

·          Collection service operations relative to public library systems.

·          Collection management principles in relation to acquisition, development, and maintenance.

·          Methods and procedures for processing and cataloging library materials.

·          Library computer networks, databases, and software.

·          Processes for developing and administering budgets.

·          Supervisory principles, practices, and methods.

·          Principles of resource sharing.

 

Required Skill in:

·          Overseeing and administering library collection services within a large public library system.

·          Developing, implementing, and evaluating departmental goals, objectives, policies, and procedures.

·          Ensuring the delivery of effective and efficient district-wide collection services to libraries.

·          Responding to and resolving collection service related issues, concerns, and complaints.

·          Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with patrons, general public, library and department staff, other library systems, volunteers, Friends organizations and Boards, vendors, outside agencies, professional organizations, community organizations and media.

·          Developing/administering budgets and monitoring expenditure.

·          Supervising, leading, and delegating tasks and authority.

 

 

Physical Demands / Work Environment: 

·         Work is performed in a standard office environment.

 

 

[LIBJOBS] Canada - Saskatchewan - Regina - Multitype Library Services Coordinator

Hi,

Could you please post the following job ad.

Multitype Library Services Coordinator - LIB000193 

Employment Type

:  Expression of Interest for Term less than 9 months Inscope

Location(s)

:  Regina and Area-Regina  

 

Ministry

:  005 Education

Hourly In-Scope Salary Range

:  $29.354 - $36.785

Grade

:  SGEU.10.

The Saskatchewan Provincial Library is seeking a professional librarian to develop, co-ordinate and implement policies and programs related to mulitype library services in Saskatchewan and to provide support to the Multitype Library Board in the implementation of its strategic plan.

 

The successful candidate will coordinate the multitype database licensing program and support the achievement of other goals and objectives of the Multitype Library Board.

 

The Provincial Library is entrusted through The Public Libraries Act, 1996, to co-ordinate and support the province-wide public library system. It also administers The Libraries Co-operation Act, and provides secretariat support to the Multitype Library Board, which encourages co-operation and resource-sharing among all libraries throughout the province.

 

The Candidate would need knowledge and skills in the area of e-resource licensing and management, research and analysis, communications and consensus building. Typically, the knowledge and abilities required for this position would be obtained through the completion of a Masters degree in Library Science.

We are committed to workplace diversity

Competition Type

:  Open

Hours of Work

:  A - SGEU Office 36 - one day off every two weeks

Shift

:  Day Job

Criminal Record Check Requirement

:  The successful candidate shall be subject to a Criminal Record Check as a condition of employment

Number of Openings

:  1

Closing Date

:  05/13/2011

Questions about this competition?  Contact

:  StaffingTeamF@gov.sk.ca

You will have knowledge of:

·       electronic information resource management, including licensing, access management and collection development;

·       multitype library development in Saskatchewan, and of all library sectors - school, special, and post-secondary education libraries;

·       project management techniques;

·       facilitation and consensus building techniques and adult education methods;

·       Saskatchewan legislation regulating library services and establishing the Multitype library system: The Libraries Co-operation Act and The Public Libraries Act, 1996; and

·       theory and principles of library science.

You will have demonstrated the ability to:

·       communicate in both written and oral forms; write proposals, discussion papers, and briefing material; and, deliver information through public speaking, and presentations;analyze trends and issues, identify and develop options or solutions, and make policy recommendations for development of the multitype library system;

·       consult and work with other organizations, colleagues, individuals and communities to develop positive working relationships and establish partnerships;

·       plan, develop, facilitate meetings or information sessions;

·       employ project management techniques to manage province-wide projects in a manner consistent with Provincial Library operations;

·       assist libraries in identifying and providing continuing education opportunities for their staff related to the delivery of electronic information and services; and

·       identify technical issues or problems and problem-solve including generating potential solutions, particularly with respect to electronic resources. 

You will be: 

·       flexible;

·       energetic; and

·       a team player in order to achieve department and Multitype Library Board goals.

Apply Online at
 http://www.careers.gov.sk.ca/

Thanks

Karen Der
Webmaster
Provincial Library & Literacy Office
Ministry of Education
409A Park Street
Regina, SK S4N 5B2
306-787-2985
karen.der@gov.sk.ca

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Thursday, April 28, 2011

[LIBJOBS] Germany - Berlin - Information Center Manager ESMT

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Tuesday, April 26, 2011

[LIBJOBS] Library Systems Analyst, Cal State LA, Los Angeles, CA

Please excuse duplicate postings.

 

 

JOB DETAILS

Bulletin # 100113; 4/25/11

LIBRARY SYSTEMS ANALYST
Information Technology Consultant, Career, #100113
Library

Salary Range: $4314 - $8831/Monthly

Work Schedule: Full-time, Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. exempt classification.  Positions expire one year after start date, may be extended.

Essential Job Functions: Under the general supervision of the Associate University Librarian, the incumbent is responsible for the administration, support, and ongoing maintenance of library technology for the Integrated Library Systems (ILS) at California State University, Los Angeles. responsibilities include: management and administration of all aspects of the ILS; advises the University Librarian; collaborates with the Library Information Technology Consultant, library web administrator, and  electronic resources coordinator in library technology strategic planning and in the implementation of specialized library applications such as discovery layer technology, web applications and digital initiative; provides user support,  performs assessment, research, and troubleshooting to resolve ILS related issues; assists in the investigation and implementation of new emerging technologies; and performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications and Experience: Bachelors degree in Information Science or a related field from an accredited college or university, and three to five years experience in the administration and support of integrated library systems, applications and technologies. Incumbent must have administrator level knowledge and experience with the Innovative Interfaces Millennium system and/or similar integrated library systems; and excellent customer service skills, interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills; Incumbent must demonstrate an ability to work well both independently and collaboratively with colleagues; ability to adapt well to change and be flexible; and the ability and/or interest to work in a multicultural/multiethnic environment.

Special Desired Qualifications:  Have familiarity of metadata standards including MARC and Dublin Core. Knowledge of library technology protocol such as OpenURL and Z39.50. Documented experience in UNIX Solaris, Linux and Windows operating systems. Knowledge of a broad range of library functional areas and how they are supported  by the ILS. Knowledge of and skills in library web coding, scripting languages, and open source content management systems such as Drupal, Joomba, Wordpress, HTML, XML, CSS, PHP, JavaScript, and SQL. Experience with PeopleSoft (human resources management system), OCLC ILLiad (resource sharing management software), eReserves and library digitization projects. Knowledge of database architecture such as Access. Demonstrated experience in training library personnel in the use of Millennium or similar ILS.

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin on May 9, 2011 and will continue until the position is filled; however, the position may close when an adequate number of qualified applications are received. A COMPLETED ON-LINE CSULA EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION IS REQUIRED.  RESUMES WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED IN LIEU OF A COMPLETED APPLICATION.

Employment in these positions may expire on or before the expiration date or may be extended. Future temporary positions are contingent upon the availability of funds and operational needs of the University.

In addition to meeting fully its obligations under federal and state law, California State University, Los Angeles is committed to creating a community in which a diverse population can live and work in an atmosphere of tolerance, civility and respect for the rights and sensibilities of each individual. To that end, all qualified individuals will receive equal consideration without regard to economic status, race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin or cultural background, political views, sex or sexual orientation, gender, or other personal characteristics or beliefs.

Candidates must demonstrate ability and/or interest in working in a multicultural/multiethnic environment. Certain positions require fingerprinting.  The University actively encourages qualified minorities, women and persons with a disability to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodation will be provided to individuals with protected disabilities to (a) complete the employment process and (b) perform essential job functions when this does not cause an undue hardship. We are an Equal Opportunity/Title IX Employer.

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Marla E. Peppers
Associate University Librarian
John F. Kennedy Memorial Library
California State University, Los Angeles
5151 State University Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90032-8300
P 323.343.3929 | mpepper@calstatela.edu