Jobs Archive: July 2013

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Today's Topics:

1. Systems Administrators (Linux) - Permanent/Contract (LA Jobs List)
2. Public Service Association of SA (LA Jobs List)
3. Senior Red Hat Linux Engineer (RHCE) (LA Jobs List)
4. Linux Data Centre Engineers x 2 (LA Jobs List)

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Message: 1
Date: Sun, 28 Jul 2013 13:25:06 +1000
From: LA Jobs List <jobs@lists.linux.org.au>
Subject: [LA-Jobs] Systems Administrators (Linux) - Permanent/Contract
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A new job has been posted on the Linux Australia website.
http://linux.org.au/systems-administrators-linux-permanentcontract
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Company Overview

Sirca is an independent and leading provider of online services to support
finance and other big data research conducted by universities, regulators and
financial market participant's worldwide. We deliver convenient on-line
access to the world's largest integrated financial market databases and
associated search and analytic tools. We are a not-for-profit company that
services both public and private interests.

Sirca is expanding and to help us manage our growing workload, we are
currently seeking an extremely talented System Administrators (Linux) to join
our Infrastructure team on a permanent/contract basis.

Role Overview
Reporting directly to the Infrastructure Manager this role will suit someone
who is technically focused and is able to assess and solve problems quickly
and efficiently.

As a Linux Systems Administrator, you will be responsible for providing
specialist technical advice and support of the entire ICT infrastructure
supported by the Infrastructure team to ensure the stability, integrity and
efficient operation of our information systems.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

- A minimum of 4+ years' experience as a Systems Administrator in a Software
Development environment.
- Proven experience using NAS and SAN technology, especially Netapp.
- Experience with System Management utilities like Puppet.
- Experience with KVM virtualisation.
- Strong scripting skills in Bash, Perl or Python.
- Experience with open sources software.
- Strong understanding of TCP/IP networking.
- Experience installing, configuring and maintaining Linux servers.
- Demonstrated ability to conceive & deploy technology change into a
production environment.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Self-motivated, customer driven with a "can do" attitude.

Highly Desirable:
- Experience with Amazon web services i.e deploying & managing software
within AWS.
- Experience in managing, configuring and tuning Cassandra Clusters.
- Strong knowledge of networking switches and firewalls.
- Recognised degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
- Understanding of SDLC.
- Exposure to software project management.
- Understanding of highly available systems operations in a commercial
environment.

What's on offer!!!
- You will be a part of a highly professional, close knit and elite team
working in a dynamic environment.
- Immediate start
- You will be working alongside the best in the industry

ARE YOU READY FOR THE CHALLENGE?
If you think you have what it takes, then we want to hear from you! Please
submit your CV along with a cover letter telling us why you deserve this
fabulous opportunity to: careers@sirca.org.au, quoting reference SA-0613

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Message: 2
Date: Sun, 28 Jul 2013 13:25:16 +1000
From: LA Jobs List <jobs@lists.linux.org.au>
Subject: [LA-Jobs] Public Service Association of SA
To: jobs@lists.linux.org.au
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A new job has been posted on the Linux Australia website.
http://linux.org.au/public-service-association-sa
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IT OFFICER (Linux Environment)

The Public Service Association (PSA) is the principal trade union
representing Public Sector workers.
The PSA is dedicated to pursuing the interests of its members through strong,
effective leadership and community advocacy.

We are seeking a dynamic and flexible IT Officer, who is willing to be
involved in all levels of IT administration, operations and support. Recent
IT graduates with the capacity to function at a high level are encouraged to
apply.

This is a full time, contract position based in Adelaide CBD.

What we are looking for:

* Qualifications and experience in IT
* Knowledge and experience in server infrastructure (including installing,
configuring, and upgrading associated network and desktop hardware)
* Experience maintaining primarily Linux but also Windows Server 2000+
systems
* Programming experience : Bash, PHP and SQL
* Working experience with virtualisation of Linux environments
* Experience in the use and support of Linux-based productivity software (ie
Evolution, OpenOffice) plus MS Office
* Good understanding of open source technologies
* Ability to troubleshoot problems quickly and effectively (including thin
client / desktop problems at the server level)
* Demonstrated high level analytical and problem solving skills
* Experience preparing and uploading material for online publication
* Working knowledge of database administration
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills

How to apply:

Submit a resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the
position.

Apply to: Project Officer Wendy Townsend wah@cpsu.asn.au

Any questions contact Wendy 8205 3220 (Wednesday to Friday)

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Message: 3
Date: Sun, 28 Jul 2013 13:26:25 +1000
From: LA Jobs List <jobs@lists.linux.org.au>
Subject: [LA-Jobs] Senior Red Hat Linux Engineer (RHCE)
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A new job has been posted on the Linux Australia website.
http://linux.org.au/senior-red-hat-linux-engineer-rhce
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Senior Red Hat Linux Engineer (RHCE)

Role:
Technical point of contact for a HP-UX migration to Red Hat Linux. This is a
permanent position working on site at a client in Sydney.

Please contact Christian @ TRS for further details -
Christian@totalresource.com.au or 02 8705 8503

Key Skills
? Proven experience as an senior and accomplished Red Hat Linux Engineer,
providing support, administration and project services within large
organisations. Current RHCE certification required.
? E&U domain experience is desirable
? Broad expertise in all data centre related technologies with a focus on
Unix systems, clustering and storage solutions.
? You will have a background as a senior practitioner in one or more of the
following areas: networks, disaster recovery, storage/backup/recovery, server
virtualisation, Windows Server and public and private cloud technologies.
? Solid understanding of infrastructure related offerings from key vendors
including Microsoft, HP, IBM, Cisco, VMware, EMC, NetApp, Citrix and Oracle.
? Experience in some (or all) of the following products would be
advantageous: VMware vSphere, EMC Clariion, EMC Avamar, EMC Networker, IBM DS
series storage, IBM xSeries & pSeries servers, HP Blade servers, Oracle 11g
and RAC
? Exposure to cloud based technologies including AWS, Rackspace, Oracle
? Ability to work effectively across multiple customers/projects.
? Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, coaching and influencing skills
? both internally and externally

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Message: 4
Date: Sun, 28 Jul 2013 13:27:04 +1000
From: LA Jobs List <jobs@lists.linux.org.au>
Subject: [LA-Jobs] Linux Data Centre Engineers x 2
To: jobs@lists.linux.org.au
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A new job has been posted on the Linux Australia website.
http://linux.org.au/linux-data-centre-engineers-x-2
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Title: Linux Data Centre Engineers x 2
Company:
This is a newly created position with a US software company which offers
clients a Cloud based product which is the leading solution in the market.
The company is growing rapidly both here in Australia as well as O/S.
Main Responsibilities: Problem Solving, Project Management, Technical issues,
Share knowledge, Contribute towards building a great team, Operations - 24 x7
On Call requirements.
(12 hours shifts, 4 days on, 4 days off.)
Linux Data-Centre Engineer's Expected Skills: 5 years Solid Understanding of
Linux/Unix Administration. Hands on Troubleshooting experience. Hands on
experience on Network Protocols: TCP/IP, Ethernet, L2/l3 technologies.
Network Hardware: Cooper and Optical Fiber Cabling, Switches, Routers. Strong
Communication skills.
Linux Data-Centre Engineer's Preferred Skills: Server Boosting: POST. BIOS,
PXE, Kickstart, GRUB/LILO. Scripting: Bash. Python, Perl, Ruby. Remote
Access: console routers, IPMI, BMC. Network equipment installation and
configuration. Cisco IOX, NX-OS. Redundancy: Power feeds, ATS, Server
Hardware, RAID, Network Connectivity. AWS: EC2, EBS, S3. Degree in Computer
Science or Engineering Preferred.
Remuneration: Very Attractive Offers
Apply: If you match this criteria, doesn?t delay apply today by initially
forwarding your CV profile directly to ckelly@elisjones.com.au and contact
office # 02) 92793060.
We look forward to finding you your next fantastic career...
Reference: Ck2100
Elisjones & Associates specialise in representing permanent and contract Data
Centre Engineers.

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Friday, July 26, 2013

[LIBJOBS] Position announcement: 2-year project archivist, University of Alaska Anchorage

The Consortium Library at the University of Alaska Anchorage is recruiting for the position of the Hickel Papers Archivist for Archives and Special Collections. This gift-funded position is expected to last two years, November 2013-October 2015 with the possibility of a 3-4 month extension dependent upon funding. We are looking for an energetic, motivated, and innovative professional to join our team in offering superb archival services. The department's priorities include providing greater access to collections and increasing outreach efforts.

The holdings of Archives and Special Collections include over 1000 collections of personal papers, organizational records, and university records in a variety of media including textual documents, photographic images, sound recordings, as well as moving image materials. Archives and Special Collections has three full-time permanent positions. Archives and Special Collections shares space and partners with the Alaska Moving Image Preservation Association (www.amipa.org).

The Walter J. Hickel papers were accessioned between 2003 and 2013. Known to Alaskans as "Wally Hickel," he played a significant role in Alaskan and American history. He was active in politics, being elected Governor of Alaska in 1966 and 1990. Richard Nixon appointed Hickel the Secretary of the Interior in 1969 where he served until Nixon fired him in 1970. An active businessman, he co-founded The Northern Forum, established the Institute of the North, and was heavily involved in the creation of Commonwealth North, all of which were dedicated to public policy matters. The collection includes textual, photographic, audio, moving image, and electronic documents.

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Hickel Papers Archivist reports to the Head of Archives and Special Collections in the Consortium Library, University of Alaska Anchorage. The focus of the position (80%) will be the extended processing and description of the Walter J. Hickel papers. Elements of the project will be completed collaboratively with other archivists in Archives and Special Collections. A preliminary guide to the collection is available online at: http://consortiumlibrary.org/archives/FindingAids/hmc-0660.html.

Project processing goals include:

Increased intellectual control over the collection
Creation of an extended finding aid
Selection, digitization, and metadata creation for materials within the collection for addition to the Alaska's Digital Archives (http://vilda.alaska.edu)
Preservation work as necessary including rehousing of materials in archival safe enclosures
Development of exhibits both physical and web-based

Other duties (20%): The person in this position also performs approximately 4 hours a week of archives reference. This includes responding to reference inquiries made in person or via email, by phone, fax, or in writing. The Hickel Archivist assists researchers in navigating the collection using our online finding aids and other resource materials, maintains the reference query tracking record, retrieves materials for researchers, and assists researchers with appropriate equipment. This person may also teach archival instruction sessions, create exhibits, and engage in outreach activities as needed. Other duties and responsibilities include other archives descriptive and processing work, updating the Archives' collection management database maintenance, website maintenance and development, and participating in departmental planning activities.

This position is a term appointment faculty position with the rank of Instructor.

Salary: Minimum $50,000 annual, excellent health and life insurance; tuition waiver benefits; represented by bargaining unit.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- Graduate degree with a concentration in archival studies

- Experience with:

Archival processing
Archival description
Computer software including MSWord, email programs, and web-authoring software
Effective communication skills

- Knowledge of electronic and digital initiatives
- Ability to retrieve and shelve boxed records in boxes weighing up to 45 lbs and to climb ladders
- Demonstrated organizational skills
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Archival reference or customer service experience

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

- Experience with:

Processing large and complicated archival collections
Exhibit development
Digitization and digital projects
Archival reference

- Knowledge of XML or EAD tagging

TO APPLY: All applications must be submitted online. Go to http://www.uakjobs.com. Referring to position number PCN 730391, upload a cover letter of application, resume or curriculum vita, a writing sample (finding aids preferred), and the names, addresses, email, and telephone numbers of at least three professional or academic references. The resume or CV should include a list of archival studies-specific graduate courses taken, provide details as to any archival internships completed, and note full-time vs part-time positions. For any questions about this posting, please contact the chair of the search committee, Arlene Schmuland, at abschmuland@uaa.alaska.edu.

Thursday, July 25, 2013

[LIBJOBS] Position Announcement: Archival and Special Collections Librarian, Whittier College, Whittier, CA, USA

ARCHIVAL AND SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LIBRARIAN (PART-TIME)

The part-time Archival and Special Collections Librarian has oversight of the day to day operations of the College’s Special Collections and Archives. This position also has reference desk duties and gives instruction sessions, orders interlibrary loans, and works with student employees.

This permanent position is 30 hours per week, 42 weeks per year, with 10 weeks off in summer. The position is scheduled for five (5) afternoons per week, including Sundays. Occasional morning hours may be necessary at the beginning of the semesters.

Requires an ALA-accredited Master’s degree with completion of specialized archival coursework, experience with teaching/instruction regarding library services, and knowledge of special collection and archives management. Commitment to working in a culturally diverse environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Familiarity with Innovative Interfaces Millennium, Moodle, CONTENTdm, and LibGuides desirable.

The position is based in Whittier, California. To be considered for this position, please submit your cover letter, resume and three references to lcrump@whittier.edu or mail to Whittier College, Attn: Laurel Crump, 13406 E Philadelphia Street, Wardman Library, Whittier, CA 90608. AA/AOE.

[LIBJOBS] Metadata Librarian, Manhattan, KS USA

Kansas State University Libraries in Manhattan, KS are seeking a Metadata Librarian. MLS as well as two years' experience providing metadata services and resource description. For a complete position description and application procedures visit our website: www.lib.k-state.edu/jobs. EOE. Background check required.

Wednesday, July 24, 2013

[LIBJOBS] University of Alabama, USA: Post-Doc Fellowship, Digital Humanities

A post-doctoral fellowship in digital humanities is available at the University of Alabama:

http://www.lib.ua.edu/digitalhumanities/post-doc

:-)

Jody L. DeRidder
Head, Digital Services
University of Alabama Libraries
Tuscaloosa, AL 35487
Phone: 205.348.0511

"Hope lies in dreams, in imagination, and in the courage of those who dare to make dreams into reality."
--Jonas Salk

Tuesday, July 23, 2013

[LIBJOBS] UC Berkeley: Head of Copy Cataloging & Monographic Receiving

Head of Copy Cataloging & Monographic Receiving

Job ID: 16012
Location: Main Campus-Berkeley
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Department: Library
Application Review Date: open until August 16, 2013.

Departmental Overview

In addition to maintaining the Library's catalog OskiCat, the Catalog Department is responsible for receiving, processing, cataloging, and physical treatment of all new monographs and serials in all formats and languages (except Chinese, Japanese, and Korean) for the UC Berkeley Main and subject specialty libraries.

Responsibilities

Manages the operations of the Copy Cataloging and Monographic Receiving Division (CCMR).
Ensures accurate and timely receipt, cataloging, and physical processing of materials to Library shelving locations.
Designs, coordinates, and implements Division projects and improvements to existing workflows, procedures and documentation.
Directly supervises staff and provides managerial support and guidance to a department with approximately 13 FTE.
Manages and oversees aspects of human resources including scheduling, tracking and approving time sheets, preparing/updating job descriptions, hiring training, performance evaluation, supervising and developing staff.
Conducts regular division and unit meetings. Determines staffing levels and mixture of staff and students to realize optimal efficiencies and cost effectiveness.
Participates in developing policies, procedures, services, human resources, operational, budgetary and facilities issues to create consistency, service excellence and ongoing improvement across departments.
Serves as leader for special initiatives and projects which are high priority for the Library.

Responsibilities are defined by overall objectives of the division and the Department within the context of Library goals and projects, and involve a high level of complexity in functional areas. This Library Manager position ensures coordination among the managed units with other units within and outside the Department. This position has a large impact on the Library as a whole, and on the faculty and students of UC Berkeley. Work is performed independently under consultative leadership of the Head of the Catalog Department.

Required Qualifications

At least 2 years of progressively responsible management experience in a library cataloging unit/department or related library unit.
Excellent interpersonal skills and leadership abilities to effectively motivate and influence others.
Well-developed organizational, coordination, and problem solving skills, as well as the ability to manage a variety of tasks with multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Experience establishing employee goals and the ability to measure effectiveness of contributions
At least 2 years of relevant cataloging and/or bibliographic maintenance experience in an academic library.
Evidence of proficiency using automated library systems, AACR2, LCRI, LCSH, LCCS, MARC21 formats, and OCLC.
Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Reading knowledge of at least one modern European language.
Experience managing and improving complex workflows.
Experience providing excellent customer service and working with in-house customers
Experience training catalogers and writing documentation.
Experience with project management

Salary & Benefits

Monthly:$4,250 - $6,308

Annual: $51,000 - $75,700

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:http://atyourservice.ucop.edu/forms_pubs/misc/benefits_of_belonging.pdf

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment when applying. Apply through jobs.berkeley.edu.

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

[LIBJOBS] Librarian, Humanities & Social Sciences Division, UBC (Fixed Term), British Columbia, Canada

Librarian, Humanities and Social Sciences Division, Koerner Library

UBC Library

1 year term opportunity from September 2013 – September 2014.

UBC Library

The University of British Columbia Library is one of the largest academic libraries in Canada and consistently ranks among the top university research libraries in North America. UBC Library has 15 branches and divisions, including two campuses (Vancouver and Kelowna), one off-site hospital library and the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre - a multi-purpose teaching and learning facility.

The Library’s collections include over 6.3 million volumes, 850,000 electronic books,150,000 electronic journals, 27,000 numeric data files, 5.6 million digital pages, and 850,000 maps, audio, DVD/video and graphic materials.

More than 300 knowledgeable employees – librarians, management and professional staff, support staff and student staff – provide users with the excellent resources and services that they need to further their research, teaching and learning.

For more information about UBC Library, please visit http://library.ubc.ca

The UBC Library Strategic Plan 2010-2015 can be viewed at http://www.library.ubc.ca/strategicplan/

Overview of this position:

The UBC Library is seeking a UBC Librarian to fill a fixed term opportunity as Librarian in the Humanities and Social Sciences Division. The division provides reference, instruction, collection development and related public services in the areas of humanities and social sciences.

Within the context of a changing environment, and in collaboration with division staff, the successful candidate will undertake liaison, reference, and collection development activities with a focus in the areas of Anthropology, Linguistics, and Spanish. In addition other subject liaison and collection development responsibilities may be added to the position during the term.

Minimum Qualifications and Requirements:

A graduate degree from an accredited program in Library Science. In addition, an undergraduate degree in the humanities or social sciences or equivalent knowledge gained through professional experience in these subject areas is required.

The ideal candidate possesses relevant professional librarian experience, familiarity with bibliography, faculty-library liaison, electronic services, collection development, library instruction, an appreciation of the need for responsive and innovative information services, excellent interpersonal and written communication skills. Knowledge of Spanish is highly desirable. The successful candidate may be assigned other responsibilities and may be required to work evening and weekends as required.

Term of appointment and salary:

This is a fixed term opportunity from September 2013 - September 2014.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and academic/professional qualifications.

UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. The University especially welcomes applications from visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. However, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

Applications will include: a letter of application, including a statement of citizenship/immigration status, indicating the candidate’s education and training; work experience in the areas listed above; evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as evaluations; a detailed and current curriculum vitae; and the names of three referees with their email addresses.

To view the complete job description and to submit an application, please visit the UBC Careers page at http://facultycareers.ubc.ca/16163 by August 21, 2013.

[LIBJOBS] Job posting: Online & Distance Learning Librarian

Online & Distance Learning Librarian

An energetic and service oriented librarian is needed to provide library services for the School of Continuing & Professional Studies (SCPS), and to be the library's point person for other online and distance education programs as they emerge at the University of Virginia.

SCPS offers courses to nontraditional adult learners across the Commonwealth of Virginia through centers in Abingdon, Charlottesville, Northern Virginia, Newport News, Richmond, and Roanoke. Students enrolled through SCPS have the option to learn in the classroom, online, and through other modes of delivery. The librarian will provide in-person support for SCPS's teaching and learning activities (with some travel around Virginia required) as well as teach online workshops/classes and provide remote reference for SCPS students.

In addition, the librarian will actively engage with other online and distance education initiatives at UVA, helping to plan library services, coordinate policies, and provide support for subject librarians in other areas. An enthusiasm for experimentation with emerging technologies and the ability to work with the disparate Schools and Departments across the Grounds will be very important.

Some weekend and evening hours will be required. The librarian may also engage in general reference desk duty, collection development, and special projects.

Qualifications:

* Master's Degree in Library/Information Science or post-graduate degree in a related discipline

* At least 2 years of experience in reference and/or instruction in a research library

* Strong public service orientation

* Ability to provide reference services to library users through one-on-one consultation and through virtual methods

* Ability to teach library research skills to classes both in person and online

* Knowledge of and ability to work with technology for teaching classes online

* Knowledge of current and emerging trends in instructional technologies and enthusiasm for implementing new technologies

* Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills

* Well-developed organization and planning skills

* Exceptional ability to think innovatively and strategically in order to solve complex problems

* Ability to work as part of University and cross-departmental teams

* Excellent organizational and time management skills

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience with online course management systems and related emerging technologies

* Second subject master's degree

Applicants must apply through the University of Virginia online employment website at https://jobs.virginia.edu/. Search by posting number 0612567, complete an application, and attach cover letter and resume, with contact information for three current, professional references.

For assistance with this process contact Jennifer Harmon (jsh4n@virginia.edu), Library Human Resources Generalist at (434) 924-4695.

The University of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Friday, July 19, 2013

[LIBJOBS] United States - Hamilton NY - Head of User Services

Please pardon the cross-postings.

Head of User Services

Colgate University Libraries seek an experienced, innovative, service-oriented librarian to be the Head of User Services. The position supervises planning and provision of all user services within two departments, Borrowing Services (circulation, reserves, interlibrary loan), and Reference and Instruction Services (reference, instruction, faculty liaison). The Head of User Services is a member of the Libraries' executive management team and plays a shared leadership role in library-wide policy making and overall development and assessment of library services.

Reporting to the University Librarian, the successful candidate will share leadership and responsibility for making Colgate's considerable print and digital collections available to all who need them. The Head of User Services will assist Colgate's faculty and students develop research skills and aid them in acquiring information and publications necessary for their research (including digital scholarship). The person in this position will lead an experienced staff in a collegial fashion to rethink traditional practices and priorities in accommodating evolving user needs. The selected candidate will delegate responsibilities among positions and departments through data-driven decision-making that is informed by emerging best practices. The position supervises an administrative position in Borrowing Services and four library faculty in Reference and Instruction Services, and works closely with a fifth librarian/branch manager.

Status/Benefits: Faculty status, twelve-month appointment, retirement plans, life/health insurance, prescription drug, dental and vision plans, tuition remission, one-month vacation, sabbatical eligibility after three years.

Additional information about Colgate University, the Colgate Libraries, and the full job description can be found at http://exlibris.colgate.edu/joinus.html

Application procedure: please apply online at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/2808

Review of application materials will begin on August 23, 2013 and continue until the position is filled.

Colgate is a highly selective private liberal arts university located in Hamilton, NY, and is an

EO/AA employer. Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty, staff, and student body further the university's educational mission. Women and candidates from historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply.

Applicants with dual-career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at http://www.upstatenyherc.org

Peter Tagtmeyer
Science Librarian
Colgate University
ptagtmeyer@colgate.edu
315-228-7402

[LIBJOBS] Bangalore - India - Chief Librarian at Azim Premji Foundation

Azim Premji Foundation has invited Application for the Post of Chief Librarian.

Details of the Post are as follows:

Post: Chief Librarian.

organization: Azim Premji Foundation - Bangalore Area, India

Job Description

Role

Lead and manage the complete library team which includes the University Librarian, Librarians in all Azim Premji Institutes of Learning and Development in state capitals and select district HQs across India and in the Foundation office in Bangalore.

Strategize to position all the libraries as repositories of excellence in their respective spatial and domain areas.

Initiate, plan and facilitate effective Library facilities development and expansion.

Evolve dissemination strategies to increase actual usage of library resources within the Foundation and among learning communities with whom the Foundation works.

Manage the Library policies, collections, instruction, programs, services and budget.

Select books and other library resources for purchase or license, negotiate agreements with vendors for electronic resources, establish and implement shelving plans for on-site and off-site shelving.

Update the library with relevant and cutting edge collections, technologies and platforms to further the vision of the Foundation.

Desired Skills & Experience

Ph.D. in Library science along with strong social science and development studies graduate degree.

Age profile should be between 40 to 55 years with 10 to 15 years of relevant experience.

Attributes and personal Competencies

Familiarity with large knowledge repositories in both national and international institutions.

Should have familiarity with (a) academic libraries, (b) online document sharing platforms in multiuser contexts e.g. World Bank, Planning commission and (c) commercially oriented digitized resource banks.

Company Description

Azim Premji Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation working towards deep, large scale and institutionalised impact on the quality and equity of education in India, along with related development areas (e.g. health, nutrition, governance, environment etc.)

This requires significant and sustained effort over many decades and can only be achieved through dynamic and permanent institutions working at multiple levels on these issues. Several institutions established by the Foundation have been working together in an integrated manner to facilitate such improvements. These are:

-Azim Premji State and District Institutes

-Demonstration Schools

-Institute for Assessment and Accreditation (IAA)

-Azim Premji University

Additional Information

Posted:July 10, 2013. Type: Full-time Experience: Mid-Senior level Functions: Other Industries: Education Management Job ID:6365538

Details available at: http://www.azimpremjifoundation.org/pdf/opportunities-km2.pdf

Wednesday, July 17, 2013

[LIBJOBS] Job Posting (USA-NC-Raleigh) - Head of Collections Management

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[LIBJOBS] FW: Republic of Moldova - Chisinau - Library Curriculum Specialist

From: Violeta Bunescu [mailto:vbunescu@irex.org]
Sent: Wednesday, July 17, 2013 1:59 PM
To: 'libjobs@infoserv.inist.fr'
Subject: Republic of Moldova - Chisinau - Library Curriculum Specialist

Consultant Description

International Research & Exchanges Board (IREX)

Position Title:	Librarian Curriculum Specialist
Program:	Novateca Program
Reports To:	Program Director
Position Location:	Chisinau, Moldova

SUMMARY

The purpose of this request for proposals is to identify a consultant to develop a new training curriculum on new modern library concepts for Moldovan public librarians.

The consultant will be tasked to research, conduct focus groups and interviews, and develop a high-quality training curriculum and TOT for public librarians in Moldova. The training curricula will be used as an introductory library course for the library development program, Novateca. The consultant will develop the training with the guidance of Novateca, input from Moldovan librarians and support from other local experts. The consultant will create an effective, culturally appropriate training focusing on concepts of a modern library, which includes that libraries:

· help users access information and promote new engagement with knowledge and information

· are community centers reflecting the needs and diversity of the communities they serve

· help shape the lives of the community members they serve

The consultant must conduct focus groups with experts in Moldova and at IREX to further define the scope and content of the training. The training packet will be complete with ToT and all materials (listed below). The consultant will pilot the training in Chisinau with librarians and Novateca participants, then adapt the training based on feedback.

A total of amount available for the consultant's fees and expenses is dependent upon proposed activities.

The project will be managed by the Program Director from within the Novateca program at IREX/Moldova.

The training should be written in English, but will ultimately be delivered in both Romanian and Russian.

BACKGROUND

About IREX

IREX is an international nonprofit organization providing leadership and innovative programs to improve the quality of education, strengthen independent media, and foster pluralistic civil society development.

Founded in 1968, IREX has an annual portfolio of $60 million and a staff of 500 professionals worldwide. IREX and its partner IREX Europe deliver cross-cutting programs and consulting expertise in more than 100 countries.

Summary of the Novateca Program

The Novateca program is administered by IREX in the Republic of Moldova. The program is a designed to gain an in-depth understanding of the strengths and opportunities for providing wide scale public access to the internet through the existing public library network. This will occur through networking with a wide range of stakeholders, providing training to librarians, and piloting public access to the internet in a number of libraries.

Novateca selected 68 libraries participate in the pilot network in 2013. The program engaged more than 200 librarians in trainings over the course of the year. More information on the Novateca pilot program can be found at www.novateca.md.

ACTIVITY DESCRIPTION

The training on modern library services will eventually be part of a series of three trainings for Moldovan librarians. Two trainings currently offered by Novateca are: "IT and Computer Management" and "New Library Services." The requested training course will serve as a precursor to these trainings, to better familiarize librarians with modern library concepts before they step into more technical trainings. Novateca is requesting a proposal for the development of (up to) a 3-day training covering key modern library concepts, identified by the consultant and with support of Novateca and other Moldovan partners.

Audience: Librarians in Moldova

General Theme: The workshop should focus on the concept of a modern library, including the following overall themes on modern libraries and how they:

· help users access information and promote new engagement with knowledge and information.

· are community centers reflecting the needs and diversity of the communities they serve.

· help shape the lives of the community members they serve.

The training will be focus on the philosophy of a "modern library", but this concept needs to be constructed with input from Novateca and key library leaders in Moldova. The training should bring in globally recognized concepts, while at the same time be applicable to the Moldovan environment.

This consultancy requires travel to Moldova, both to Chisinau and also to visit and meet representatives from the library outside the capital.

SCOPE AND TIMING OF WORK

1) Scope of Services and Deliverables

Overall:

1. Conduct interviews and focus groups on appropriate topics, methods, and training practices for a modern library training for Moldovan public libraries

2. Work with Novateca to define key areas and concepts for the training; on the first trip to Moldova

3. Develop an up to 3-day training curriculum on modern library concepts for Moldovan public librarians, including ToT (components listed below); can be done remotely

4. Pilot the training for Novateca and librarians and make necessary adaptations to the training, on a second trip to Moldova

5. Submit a final training packet that can be easily used for the Novateca program; can be done remotely

The selected company will:

· Consult with IREX on training needs, themes, concepts, and purpose so that the training can most appropriately fit within the context of the program

· Conduct interviews and focus groups with Moldovan librarians and research on appropriate topics, adult-learning methods, and training practices for a modern library training for Moldovan public libraries

· Compile information and make a framework for the training to be submitted for review to Novateca prior to development of the full training and TOT

· Develop the training, including:

Training manual
Session plans
A sample 3-day agenda
pre- and post-evaluations
relevant support materials/handouts/PPTs

· Develop ToT so that Moldovan librarians can easily train their counterparts, including:

Training methods and procedures (methods of instruction must be based on interactive techniques)
ToT materials
relevant support materials/handouts/PPTs
ToT evaluation forms

· Pilot the training for Moldovan librarians and IREX

· Adapt the training based on the evaluations and feedback from the pilot delivery of the training

· Submit a final training and TOT materials to IREX within 3 weeks after pilot delivery

Novateca/IREX will:

· Offer feedback and support on the development of training areas and content, agenda, training methods, materials, etc.

· Organize meetings and focus groups with appropriate Moldovan library leaders

· Provide the meeting/training location and facilities

· Review and offer suggestion on the content of the training, ToT, and overall process

· Provide a Novateca staff member to support the consultancy and training development process

2) Key deliverables and timeframe – The time/days allotted below does not indicated exactly the timeline or deadline for submission of deliverable. (They days allotted to not imply consecutive days.)

Research/meetings with Novateca prior to visit– 2 days

In-Moldova Interviews/focus groups and Research – 5 days

Training development – 10 days (not required to be consecutive days)

Training pilot delivery – 5 days (3 days delivery + two days prep)

Adaptation of the training – 3 days

Final submission of training within 3 weeks of the pilot training

*Novateca would like the consultancy to start as early as September 1, 2013.

3) Proposal Content

Proposals should provide the following information:

1. Description of the individual or company proposing the training development and delivery: Provide a brief description of the company's business, client base, and specific knowledge the firm has, and any specific project experience related to libraries or librarian training development.

2. Examples of Developed Curricula: Provide a list of trainings developed for other organizations, and any specific trainings developed for library-related projects.

3. Description of the Proposed Training Development Plan: Provide a description of the overall approach and process to be used in carrying out in the training preparation and development. Provide a proposed outline and agenda for the process that includes:

a. a description of the preparation process, including research, focus group meetings, interviews, etc.

b. suggested framework and themes for the training based on appropriate global library concepts and the company's philosophy on new modern library services

c. sample materials and training techniques illustrating the use of exercises and discussions during the trainings.

4. Project Expert: The proposal must describe the person who will work on training development and must include a resume. Include information on:

a. Familiarity with the topic: Include information about the expert's relevant experience and background applicable to libraries and librarian training.

b. Training planning and development: Describe any relevant experience in planning and developing trainings for relevant-scale projects. Plus describe experience conducting interviews and focus groups.

c. Training facilitation and training evaluation: Describe experience in training delivery and evaluation.

Budget: The consultant must provide a complete and accurate itemized budget for the proposed workshop that includes the following:

a. Total cost of consultant time, with a breakdown of the time to be dedicated to the project by each person as well as the time for each set of tasks and the cost of that time.

b. Any other costs to be incurred by the consultant in carrying out the project.

*The budget should show the total cost in each category of expenditure and the total proposed expenditures.

**Expenses for the in-country meetings (space, meals) and the training pilot will be covered directly by Novateca.

***Cost of travel to Moldova will be covered directly by IREX.

6. References: Provide documentation of past performance. Such documentation is to include a list of projects with similar requirements (curriculum development, preparation of written materials, knowledge of issues in library development, adult-learning training approaches and meeting/focus group facilitation). For each reference, provide a contact person, address, telephone number, and a brief description of the project. A minimum of two (2) references must be provided.

4) Proposal Format: The proposal must follow these format guidelines.

· Proposal text should not exceed 10 pages in length (single-spaced, 12 pt. font).

· Supporting materials (collateral materials, resumes) are not included in this page limit but should be summarized in the proposal text. All personnel and subcontractors proposed for the completion of the scope of work must be named within the proposal text.

· The total bid must be on a lump sum basis, including the bidder's cost for services, materials, postage, etc.

PROPOSAL SUBMISSION AND EVALUATION

Proposal Submission

1. Proposals to undertake this work should be submitted electronically to Gina Grotelueschen at ggrote@irex.org by 5:00 PM, August 14, 2013

2. Questions must be submitted in writing to the contact person, Gina Grotelueschen at ggrote@irex.org no later than 5 p.m., July 26, 2013. All questions will be answered via email and posted on the Novateca website at www.novateca.md.

3. IREX reserves the right to cancel this solicitation without cause prior to award.

Proposal Evaluation Criteria

Proposals received prior to the submission deadline will be rated according to best value on the basis of:

Proposal content
Creativity and appropriateness of proposed training preparation, development methods, and process
Qualifications and expertise of company in areas of library development and librarian training
Quality, relevant experience, and availability of appropriate personnel in the needed timeframe
Appropriateness of the budget for this project's purpose and scope

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