Thursday, March 31, 2016

[LIBJOBS] USA - Tenure-Track Faculty Librarian - Head of Research & Education - Providence College, RI

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Wednesday, March 30, 2016

[LIBJOBS] Position Announcement: Undergraduate and Information Services Librarian at University of Toledo, Toledo, Ohio, USA

The University of Toledo Libraries (Toledo, Ohio) invites applications for an Undergraduate & Information Services Librarian.

This position will help establish a new tiered reference model at Carlson Library. This person will oversee the Information Services Desk, promoting student success through teaching information literacy skills and knowledge of the collections. The primary responsibility of this position is the direct supervision of student workers who will be the first line of reference service for the library. This person must be able to train student workers to be service oriented peer mentors for their fellow students, developing the skills to be able to coach their peers through the research process. The coordinator must be able to foster both autonomy and collaborative skills among his/her student workers to be able to help most patrons and refer patrons to others when appropriate.

Required: ALA accredited MLS. Working knowledge of current trends in information and reference services and academic librarianship. Strong commitment to customer service.

Preferred: Experience supervising and training students. Experience staffing a reference desk.

Position Type & Salary: Lecturer, 12 month, full-time, AAUP non-tenure track faculty. $55,000.

For more details about the position and a link to the UT Jobs web site: http://www.utoledo.edu/library/info/jobs/UndergraduateInformationServicesLibrarian.pdf. The position will remain open until filled. The University of Toledo is an equal access, equal opportunity employer and educator.

[LIBJOBS] Fwd: USA - Gambier, OH - Kenyon College - Social Sciences and Data Librarian

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Subject: USA - Gambier, OH - Kenyon College - Social Sciences and Data Librarian
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Social Sciences and Data Librarian

Kenyon College (Gambier, OH, USA) seeks a creative, collaborative and service-oriented Social Sciences and Data Librarian to provide research and teaching support to the faculty and students. As a member of the Research & Instruction department, the Social Sciences and Data Librarian serves as a liaison to Social Sciences departments (e.g. Economics, Sociology, Political Science) and related departments (e.g. Math) providing collection development and instructional support. The Social Sciences and Data Librarian serves as a resource for students and faculty working with data sources and software common to Social Science research, and as a partner with the other liaison librarians and college departments (e.g. Center for Innovative Pedagogy, Math-Science Skills Center). The Social Sciences and Data Librarian will provide leadership and expertise in supporting library services related to the discovery and use of the emerging trends pertaining to research and data tools, primarily in the social sciences.

This position is a newly redefined role. The successful candidate will shape the position, take a leading role in the development of an integrated set of data services, provide leadership for the development and implementation of Kenyon College Library initiatives that assist faculty and students in navigating government information and data-related issues, including data discovery, analysis, visualization, and management.

Required:

ALA-Accredited Master's degree in library and information science or equivalent.

Two years relevant experience as a librarian.

Experience providing research assistance in an academic library including research/ reference service and library instruction.

Demonstrated strong analytical and teaching skills.

Demonstrated knowledge of software for statistical analysis including but not limited to SAS, SPSS, Stata, R, Minitab, and Tableau applications.

An understanding and knowledge of current and emerging trends in social sciences and government data.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Strong public service orientation.

Demonstrated ability to work effectively on teams.

Work schedule will require evenings and the occasional weekend.

Preferred:

Undergraduate/Graduate degree in sociology, political science, public policy, economics, statistics, or math.

Excellent technological skills, especially in managing and manipulating quantitative and qualitative data.

Experience with electronic resources, information technologies, and collection management.

Experience with existing and emerging social science research tools, methodologies, and resources (especially data visualization and government information.)

Experience using mobile devices, social networking, and other forms of technology to deliver information services to library constituents.

Working Conditions: Normal library working conditions.

Candidates applying by April 25, 2016 will be given first consideration for this position.

To apply, visit: http://careers.kenyon.edu/cw/en-us/job/492357/social-sciences-and-data-librarian

[LIBJOBS] USA - Kansas City, Missouri - Clinical Medical Librarian

Clinical Medical Librarian - **Please forgive duplicate postings**

University of Missouri – Kansas City - Hospital Hill Campus

http://library.umkc.edu/jobopenings

Comprehensive research university library in exciting, affordable city, seeks candidates with energy, creativity, flexibility, and strong commitment to public services for the position of Clinical Medical Librarian (CML) at the UMKC University Libraries’ Health Sciences Library.

Participates on Internal Medicine Rounds at the School of Medicine, providing reference, instructional, collection development and faculty liaison services in a clinical setting to several docent teams consisting of students, residents and faculty.
Position works directly with the students and faculty of the School of Medicine in furthering the school’s progressive curriculum. The School of Medicine offers a unique and innovative six-year program where students complete their BA and MD by graduation.
Assists with instruction and reference services to other clients of the library from the Schools of Nursing, Pharmacy and Biological Sciences, including reference responsibilities.
Participates in developing plans, policies, procedures, and efficiencies in support of University Libraries’ mission.
Professional development encouraged, required for promotion in ranked, non-tenure track position.
Reports to the Director, Health Sciences Libraries.

UMKC exemplifies the values of education first, innovation, accountability, diversity, and collaboration. UMKC holds a firm commitment to engage and lead the larger community in a variety of ways appropriate to its status as a forward-thinking cultural, intellectual and educational center.

Minimum requirements:

ALA accredited MLS.
Exceptional interpersonal, communication skills, planning, and organizational skills.
Ability to work positively, productively with diverse constituencies in rapidly changing environment.
Understanding of scholarly research environment; relevant library/information technology experience.
Evidence of professional initiative and mature judgment.
Potential to meet promotion requirements in non-tenure track faculty appointment.

Preferred:

Additional graduate degree.
Degree in sciences.
Current knowledge of medical resources and medical library service delivery trends/issues.
AHIP, healthcare experience.
Current, successful instruction, reference, educational technology experience.

Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with education and experience and excellent retirement/benefits package.

To Apply: Applications must be submitted online at http://info.umkc.edu/hr/careers/academic-positions/

Please combine all application materials (personal letter of interest with accompanying curriculum vitae and a list of references) into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as “resume” attachment. Limit document name to 50 characters. Maximum size limit is 11MB. Do not include special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).

You may address your cover letter to: Peggy Mullaly-Quijas, Chair of Search Committee. For inquiries, please contact 816-235-1531 or umkcula@umkc.edu

Application review begins April 11, 2016

For questions about how applicants apply, please call (816) 235-1621, or if you are experiencing technical problems, please call (855) 524-0002.

UMKC is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.

Tuesday, March 29, 2016

[LIBJOBS] USA - Asian Division, Library of Congress - reference Librarian for South Asia or Japan

Librarian

Library of Congress

1 vacancy in the following location:

· Washington DC, DC

Work Schedule is Open - Permanent

Opened Monday 3/28/2016

Closes Monday 4/18/2016

· Salary Range

$53,435.00 to $69,460.00 / Per Year

· Series & Grade

GS-1410-09/09

· Promotion Potential

· Supervisory Status

· Who May Apply

Anyone may apply - By law, employment at most U.S. Government agencies, including the Library of Congress, is limited to U.S. citizens. However, non-citizens may be hired, provided that other legal requirements are met and the Library determines there are no qualified U.S. citizens available for the position.

· Control Number

434045800

· Job Announcement Number

150276

Job Overview

Summary

About the Agency

The reference librarian is responsible for recommending collections for either South Asia, preferably India; or for Japan. Assists researchers in the culture, history, literature, politics, economies, humanities, and social sciences of countries covered by the Asian Division and specializes in South Asia or Japan. Reference librarians have extensive custodial responsibilities and are responsible for recommending materials for acquisition, monitoring the condition of collection materials to ensure adherence to preservation standards, and for overseeing the collections in their field of expertise. Produce bibliographic publications, online reference tools, scholarly programs and colloquia on topics in the areas of their divisions. Provide reference and instructional services to individual researchers and groups.

This position is located in the Asian Division, Collections and Services Directorate, Library Services.

The position description number for this position is 12535.

The salary range indicated reflects the locality pay adjustments for the Washington, D.C., Metropolitan area.

The incumbent of this position may work a flextime schedule, however, may be required to work a variable work schedule as needed to ensure adequate coverage during the reading room hours of 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday.

This is a non-supervisory, bargaining unit position.

Relocation expenses will not be authorized for the person(s) selected under this vacancy announcement.

Duties

The Reference Librarian provides assistance to researchers on the culture, history, literature, politics, political structure, economics, humanities, and social sciences of all countries covered by the Asian Division with an emphasis on South Asia, preferably India; or Japan. Clients include Congress, foreign and U.S. Government agencies, national and international academics and scholars, research and scientific institutions, and the general public.

The Reference Librarian produces bibliographic publications, online reference tools, scholarly programs and colloquia on topics in the area of the Division. Also, provides reference and instructional services to individual researchers and groups where needs are relatively easy to determine from client interviews in person, over the telephone, or written requests.

The Reference Librarian is responsible for collection maintenance and preservation, as well as development, bibliographic control, processing and general custody of collections in their field of expertise. This may include reviewing various brochures, catalogs, journals, websites and other sources of items for possible acquisition to develop collections in areas of subject or geographical responsibility; and monitoring the condition of collection materials to ensure adherence to established preservation standards.

Assists in preparing research guides and finding aids on specific topics of interest to clients using standard search strategies. Assists senior librarians in revising and updating research materials.

Qualifications

Applicants must have had progressively responsible experience and training sufficient in scope and quality to furnish them with an acceptable level of the following knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position without more than normal supervision.

Knowledge of history, politics, and literature of one or more South Asian countries; or Japan. **

Ability to communicate in one or more South Asian languages, preferably Hindi of India; or Japanese and English. **

Ability to provide reference and research services.

Ability to use integrated library systems, applications or other information technologies.

Ability to communicate in writing.

Ability to communicate effectively other than in writing. No additional requirements to those listed above.

Security Clearance

Not Applicable

To apply: www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/434045800

Dongfang Shao, PhD

Chief, Asian Division

Library of Congress

dshao@loc.gov

(202)707-5919 (O.)

Monday, March 28, 2016

[LIBJOBS] USA - Bluffton, South Carolina - Dean of Libraries and Honors Program, University of South Carolina Beaufort

Dean of Libraries and Honors Program

The Dean of Libraries is the chief administrative officer of USCB libraries, which includes two campus libraries located twenty-one miles apart, in Beaufort and Bluffton, and a planned library extension on Hilton Head. The Dean reports directly to the Executive Vice Chancellor of Academic Affairs and is responsible for all library services and operations.

The Dean exercises leadership in positioning library resources and facilities at the center of the academic communities they serve, and provides vision and direction to support the learning communities that rely on them for teaching, learning, and research. The USCB libraries are USC System libraries and the Dean also works with the USC System to maintain and strengthen interlibrary relations and exchanges. The Dean cultivates external relations to promote the libraries and their mission to the university and to external communities that can benefit from them.

The Dean is the chief operations officer for the libraries and works collaboratively with library staff to implement the Library's educational mission and to create positive physical and virtual work and learning environments in the libraries. The Dean oversees the development and performance of library personnel and functions as the chief fiscal officer for the Libraries. It is the responsibility of the Dean to gather and report all library statistics as required for the State Library annual report, the ACRL annual report and all other reports as necessary.

The Dean sits on the Academic Affairs Committee and establishes a shared vision of the missions of the libraries and the university. As a part of that shared vision, the Dean will also supervise the development of a new honors program. The Dean also serves on several campus committees as well as USC system wide committees such as the Campuses Library Council (CLC) and the PASCAL Director's Forum. The Dean stays abreast of the latest developments in academic libraries and exercises strategic leadership in building the libraries.

To apply: uscjobs.sc.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=78218

Friday, March 25, 2016

[LIBJOBS] Job Posting: Chief Strategist for Research Collaboration, NCSU Libraries, Raleigh, NC USA

NCSU Libraries: Chief Strategist for Research Collaboration

Raleigh, NC, USA

The Chief Strategist for Research Collaboration is a new senior-level position that leads the NCSU Libraries' engagement and collaboration with faculty and students across the lifecycle of research and scholarship in all disciplines. The Libraries serves as NC State's competitive advantage for research and is home to technology-rich spaces for visualization and data analysis, active partnerships with faculty, and a highly engaged group of subject specialist and technical librarians. Join us and help us realize an exciting, transformative vision of a new kind of research partner and library. To apply: http://go.ncsu.edu/o4k2q3

Review of applications is underway; position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. See vacancy announcement at https://www.lib.ncsu.edu/jobs/epa/csrc AA/OEO. NC State welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation or genetic information. For ADA accommodations, please call (919) 515-3148

Nellie Maurer

Recruiting Specialist

NCSU Libraries

http://www.lib.ncsu.edu/

Office: 919-513-3394

Fax: 919-513-2972

Thursday, March 24, 2016

[LIBJOBS] USA - Gambier, OH - Kenyon College - Social Sciences and Data Librarian

To apply, visit: http://careers.kenyon.edu/cw/en-us/job/492357/social-sciences-and-data-librarian

[IFLA-LPD] Ulverscroft Sponsorships for LPD satellite

There’s still time to apply. See below.

From: Keninger, Karen [mailto:kken@loc.gov]
Sent: Wednesday, January 27, 2016 1:49 PM
To: 'ifla-lpd@infoserv.inist.fr'
Subject: [IFLA-LPD] Ulverscroft Sponsorships for LPD satellite

PRESS RELEASE

27 January, 2016

ULVERSCROFT/IFLA LPD SPONSORSHIPS

The Ulverscroft Foundation and the IFLA Libraries Serving Persons with Print Disabilities Section are pleased to announce that the Ulverscroft Foundation is prepared to sponsor up to three or more participants from developing countries to attend in the upcoming satellite conference sponsored by the IFLA Section on Libraries Serving Persons with Print Disabilities (LPD). The conference will focus on “Tailoring the Reading Experience to Meet Individual Needs” and is expected to draw an international audience of librarians and other professionals serving persons with print disabilities. The conference will be held at the Galt House in Louisville, Kentucky, U.S.A. Thursday and Friday, August 11-12, 2016. Transportation to Columbus, Ohio for the IFLA World Library and Information Congress (WLIC) will be available on Friday afternoon.

Sponsorship will cover airfare, lodging, registration and incidentals for the two-day conference.

To apply for a sponsorship, please provide information as follows:

Name:

Title:

Organization:

Address:

City/State/postal code:

Country:

Telephone:

Email:

Estimated airfare:

Have you attended IFLA/LPD events previously? ____ Yes ____no

How will this participation benefit the people you serve? (Please write up to 300 words in English answering this question.)

Also please attach a letter of support from your employing organization.

Applications must be received by May 15, 2016.

Email all applications to: kken@loc.gov

For enquiries about the Ulverscroft Foundation:

Joyce Sumner, Ulverscroft Foundation j.sumner@ulvercroft.co.uk

Karen Keninger, Chair, IFLA/LPD

Director, National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped

Library of Congress

1291 Taylor Street NW

Washington, D.C. 20542

Telephone: +1-202-707-5104

Email: kken@loc.gov

Website: www.loc.gov/nls

NLS on Facebook: www.facebook.com/ThatAllMayRead

Blog: NLS Music Notes Blog

“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, concerned citizens can change the world. Indeed it is the only thing that ever has.” —Margaret Mea

Wednesday, March 23, 2016

[LIBJOBS] USA - Philadelphia, PA - Penn Libraries, Physical Science and Engineering Libraries Internship

Physical Science and Engineering Libraries Intern

Penn Libraries

Philadelphia, PA

http://www.library.upenn.edu/hr/internship/physicalsciencesintern.html

Availability: one year long position open beginning April 2016.

Hours: Up to 20 hours per week, mainly within 9AM-5PM Monday-Friday time period, but with the possibility of some evening and/or weekend hours.

Salary: $15/hour.

Broad Functions:
This internship offers a service-oriented, self-motivated individual a complete experience in a small science library setting, providing library services to physical scientists and engineers. Based at the Penn Chemistry Library, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to experience most aspects of the job of a departmental librarian at a large research institution, while working on projects in many areas of science and engineering. A background in a science discipline is not required; this is an ideal opportunity for a non-scientist interested in science and engineering librarianship to gain knowledge and experience.

Specific Duties:
Duties will fall into three basic categories, with other duties and projects as assigned.
Patron Services and Instruction, including

Developing and updating remote education materials including Web guides and tutorials
Working at a reference/information desk in one of Penn's larger libraries
Working a minimum of one to two hours per week providing chat reference services
Preparing supporting materials for course-integrated instruction sessions

Collection Development Responsibilities, including

Updating links and index terms for Penn's science and engineering e-resources in the library's e-resource editor
Maintaining databases and spreadsheets of current and historical periodical pricing and generating reports from them as part of the annual budget process
Analyzing usage statistics for electronic resources

Professional Development Activities, including

Attending workshops and training sessions that will develop job and professional skills
Attending other applicable Penn library meetings, as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications:
All applicants must be enrolled in a master's degree program in library/information science. In addition, the successful candidate must have the ability to manage and prioritize their workload and must be able to work both independently and cooperatively in a team environment.
Other requirements include:

Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and HTML coding
Experience searching online databases
Flexibility, accuracy, and attention to detail in work

Preference will be given to applicants with the following skills:

Experience designing instructional handouts and guides to the literature
Experience searching science and engineering databases
Ability to create databases using Microsoft Access
Ability to write macros and use pivot tables in Microsoft Excel

To apply, please submit a resume and letter of interest to:
Elizabeth Martin
martinev@pobox.upenn.edu
Use subject line "Physical Science and Engineering Libraries Internship."

The University of Pennsylvania values diversity and is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer.

Elizabeth Martin, PHR

HR Coordinator

Library Human Resources

email: martinev@upenn.edu

phone: (215) 898-3226

Van Pelt Library

Room 239

3420 Walnut St

Philadelphia, PA 19104-6206

[LIBJOBS] Job Vacancy - U of Iowa Libraries

THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA LIBRARIES

IOWA CITY, IOWA

Position Vacancy Announcement

Two positions to fill

Requisition #68662

Community Outreach Librarian & Health Professionals Outreach Librarian

NN/LM Greater Midwestern Region

Specialist (PLB2-4A) or Expert Librarian (PLB3-5A)

The University of Iowa (UI) Libraries is seeking to fill two positions in the Regional Medical Library for the Greater Midwest Region of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine. Both positions report to the Regional Medical Library (RML) Associate Director.

The Community Outreach Librarian and Health Professionals Outreach Librarian will be responsible for promoting outreach and education within the Greater Midwest Region (GMR) of the National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NN/LM). The Greater Midwest Region covers a ten state area comprising of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. These positions play a vital role in fulfilling the National Network of Libraries of Medicine’s (NN/LM) mission to provide U.S. health professionals and consumers with equal access to biomedical and health information resources. NN/LM is a network of libraries and information centers administered by the National Library of Medicine (NLM). Both positions require a willingness to travel and a valid driver’s license at the time of employment.

Detailed information on responsibilities, qualifications, salary, benefits, how to apply, etc. can be found at UI Libraries http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/employment/. The positions are funded via a five year federal grant through NN/LM and are full-time, benefit-eligible, term appointments.

Appointments will be made at either Specialist Librarian (PLB2-4A) within a salary range of $47,000 to $60,000, or Expert Librarian (PLB3-5A) within a salary range of $55,000 to $76,000, depending on qualifications and experience. Start date is negotiable with June 1 as a target date. The University of Iowa offers an attractive package of benefits including 24 days of paid vacation per year, a choice between two retirement plans and two University of Iowa health insurance plans, dental insurance, pre-tax child and health care spending accounts, and additional options.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Tuesday, March 22, 2016

[LIBJOBS] The Oregon State Library is Hiring an Information Systems Specialist 4

[LIBJOBS] Job Posting: NextGen Metadata Professional: Continuing Resources (Washington, D.C., USA)

Dear colleagues:

GW Libraries has the following position open, please share with those who may be interested. Thank you!

Best,

Jackie Shieh

=============================================================================================

NextGen Metadata Professional: Continuing Resources (

the

George Washington

University,

Washington,

., USA

)

Under the direction of the Resource Description Coordinator, the incumbent is a member of the Resource Description Group (RDG) and the greater metadata management group within the George Washington University Libraries. The RDG is responsible for describing and providing access to library collections including serial and monographic content in all formats. The RDG plays an instrumental role in helping the Libraries achieve the objectives laid out in its strategic plan, has been involved in and collaborated on the next generation metadata development through BIBFRAME, PCC, and with colleagues worldwide. The NextGen Metadata Professional has the primary responsibility for creating metadata for continuing resources; performing complex metadata revision; and is expected to write scripts (e.g. Python, Perl) for repurposing existing metadata, and identity management work for library's collections. The NextGen Metadata Professional is expected to collaborate with colleagues from functional areas across GW Libraries and beyond in service of the GW Community and the profession. Review of applications will begin April 24, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled.

For full job description

and application process

, p

lease visit the GW Job site: http://www.gwu.jobs/postings/3323

[LIBJOBS] Job Opportunity: Collections Archivist at Colgate University, Hamilton, NY USA

Collections Archivist

Come join the team at Colgate!

The Colgate University Libraries seek a collaborative, thoughtful, and forward-thinking individual to fill the position of Collections Archivist. Reporting to the Head of Special Collections and University Archivist, the Collections Archivist accessions, arranges, describes and preserves manuscript and archival collections including University Archives records. The Collections Archivist also participates in records management activities for university records, including the management of electronic records, and provides records management instruction to university offices and departments. The Collections Archivist supervises the department's student workers and manages the reading room. The individual provides reference services to members of the Colgate community and other researchers and manages reproduction requests. In addition to supporting the department's general instructional and outreach programs, the Collections Archivist works closely with the Head of Special Collections and University Archivist to support research being conducted in classes and for the university's bicentennial celebrations.

Required Qualifications:

Master's Degree from an ALA-accredited institution with a focus in archives and records management
2 years of professional archives experience
Experience arranging, describing, and preserving archival and manuscript collections
Strong command of archival theory and best practices, especially as they relate to the particular issues posed by born digital content
Demonstrated knowledge of DACS, EAD, MARC, authority control practices, as well as knowledge of emerging standards for description
Knowledge of preservation standards and best practices
Strong organizational skills and written and oral communication skills
A high degree of technical facility, ability to work in command line interfaces, and the demonstrated ability to learn new technical skills through research and self-study
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a variety of staff in a rapidly changing environment
Commitment to providing responsive and innovative services to a culturally and racially diverse campus
Ability to work a schedule which includes some evening, weekend, and holiday hours

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

Application instructions can be found at https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/7072 Candidates will need to upload a letter of application, curriculum vita, and provide email addresses for three references, including current supervisor. Colgate strives to be a community supportive of diverse perspectives and identities. Candidates should describe how they have or would propose to work in a diverse environment. Official transcripts will be required of candidates selected for an on-campus interview.

Review of application materials will begin on April 18, 2016, 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. Women and candidates from historically underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. Applicants with dual career considerations can find postings of other employment opportunities at http://www.upstatenyherc.org

[LIBJOBS] Special Research Collections Cataloger / Metadata Librarian, UC Santa Barbara, US

Special Research Collections Cataloger / Metadata Librarian

The University of California, Santa Barbara is one of ten campuses that comprise the University of California system and is a member of the exclusive Association of American Universities (AAU). In addition, the University Library at UC Santa Barbara is a member of the prestigious Association of Research Libraries (ARL).

RESPONSIBILITIES

Reporting to Head of Cataloging & Metadata Services (CMS), the Special Research Collections Cataloger / Metadata Librarian provides cataloging and metadata services for the Library's Special Research Collections in all formats, including but not limited to born-digital contents, A/V materials and its performing arts collection. The incumbent is responsible for creating, reviewing, and editing metadata for collections, working with colleagues to support the discovery of and access to the Library's digital content through metadata creation, analysis, enrichment, and maintenance according to local and national cataloging and metadata standards. In addition, the incumbent is responsible for original cataloging and classification of the artists' books in the Library and training of the related individuals. Revises the work of the individuals responsible for the copy cataloging of the Special Research Collections as required. Actively participates in creating or modifying NACO authority records for personal and corporate names and series, and SACO authority records as appropriate. The incumbent is responsible for creating, and reviewing metadata for Library-led digitization and data curation efforts in the area of Special Research Collections. Participates in the development, evaluation, and implementation of metadata policies, standards, goals, procedures, and workflows in cooperation with necessary stakeholders.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required:

· ALA accredited MLS. Demonstrated knowledge and minimum two years professional-level experience in original cataloging of born-digital materials, special collection and media materials.

· Knowledge of AACR2, RDA, LCSH, LC Classification, DACS, DCRM(B) and MARC 21.

· Familiarity with two or more non-MARC metadata standards and schemas, such as Dublin Core, EAD, VRACore, MODS, METS, TEI, and PBCore.

· Knowledge of trends in information access pertaining to libraries, and cataloging librarianship.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively, prioritizing work to ensure that departmental and library goals are realized.

· Excellent organizational skills, proven problem solving ability, and flexibility.

· Demonstrated initiative in fostering new ideas and in implementing change.

· Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred:

· Experience in the performing arts or working with performing arts collections.

· Prior experience of original cataloging of artists' books.

· Knowledge of one or more European languages.

· Experience with Archivists' Toolkit or ArchivesSpaces and NACO, BIBCO or other PCC programs.

· Prior supervisory experience.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications. Librarians at the University of California, Santa Barbara are professional academic appointees who accrue vacation at the rate of two days per month and sick leave at the rate of one day per month. The University has an excellent retirement system which is coordinated with Social Security. A selection of group health, dental, vision, and life insurance plans are offered by the University.

The incumbent will be a member of the LX Collective Bargaining Unit represented by the American Federation of Teachers.

TO APPLY:

· This position will remain open until filled; the next application review date is April 15, 2016.

· Applications will be accepted online through UC Recruit: https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/apply/JPF00688.

· Help for UC Recruit is available at https://recruit.ap.ucsb.edu/help/applicants.

· For additional assistance, contact Ryan George with Library Human Resources at (805) 893-3841 or ryan.george@ucsb.edu.

· Appointment and/or continued employment is contingent on successful completion of a background check.

The Library is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through research, teaching and service.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

[LIBJOBS] Professor Position in Computer Science at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, Italy

Friday, March 18, 2016

[LIBJOBS] Hattiesburg, MS - Head of Special Collections/Curator of Historical Manuscripts & University Archives

The University of Southern Mississippi invites applicants for a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position as head of Special Collections and Curator of Historical Manuscripts and Archives in the University Libraries to begin in July 2016.

Applications must be complete by May 1, 2016, to ensure full consideration.

Minimum salary is $65,000 annually.

Under the general supervision of the dean of University Libraries, the incumbent has responsibility for the leadership and vision of the University Libraries Special Collections, historical manuscripts and university archives , while holding tenure or tenure-track faculty status and rank.

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduate degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution. A related advanced degree(s) will be considered.

Five years demonstrated supervisory experience over full time and other staff in a special collections operation or department.

Demonstrated knowledge of special collections management, archival methodology, preservation techniques, and special collections reference service.

Knowledge of records management.

Proficiencies in Internet use, standard software applications, relevant emerging technologies, and communication packages.

Excellent customer service skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience managing a budget.

Familiarity with intellectual property issues such as copyright.

Minimum 10 years of increasingly responsible professional experience in special collections and/or archives.

Earned second graduate degree in a related discipline.

There are things about this job that may not be evident from the job ad. Hattiesburg is a great place to live. The cost of living is very low in Hattiesburg, MS. Housing is extremely reasonable, and the commute to work is minimal (I have a 5 minute commute.). The beach is a little over an hour away. New Orleans is an easy hour and a half. There are many nearby airports, so getting in and out isn’t an option.

Special Collections at USM has some really amazing collections. In Historical Manuscripts, the main collecting areas include civil rights in Mississippi, the timber/lumber industries in the area, Civil War, and many others. We are very fortunate to have a lot of interaction with faculty across campus who collaborate with us on events and instruction. At a risk of overselling this job, I can’t help but state that the faculty and staff in the department are very capable and tons of fun to work with. For more information on Special Collections, visit our website at http://lib.usm.edu/spcol.

To learn more about the position, please visit jobs.usm.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=56022. If you have any questions about the position, please contact Jennifer Brannock at Jennifer.Brannock@usm.edu.

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Jennifer Brannock

Associate Professor

Curator of Rare Books and Mississippiana

Special Collections, University Libraries

The University of Southern Mississippi

118 College Drive #5148

Hattiesburg, MS 39406

P: 601.266.4347

www.lib.usm.edu/spcol

Preserving the Past. Cultivating the Future.

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