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Sunday, January 22, 2017

[LIBJOBS] United States, Ferndale, Library Director

Ferndale Area District Library (MI)-Library Director Position Open-Please share with your colleagues!

Do you have what it takes to be the new Director for the Ferndale Area District Library? Can you build and sustain a strong library mobilizing ideas, stimulating innovation, and celebrating diversity with a creative and committed staff and Board of Directors? If so, you may be the successful candidate for Ferndale’s directorship. The seven-member Board of Directors seeks a Director who will focus on the Library as a center of cultural vitality and participation that enhances the quality of life for all Ferndale residents. Serving 19,900 people with an annual $1.2 million operating budget and 25 staff, the Library strives to deliver stellar programs and services in its recently expanded and renovated building and outside its walls through community engagement efforts. New opportunities include initiating a new strategic planning process, an enhanced funding stream through the success of the 2016 millage election, continued and expanded partnerships with the Friends of the Ferndale Library (FFL), and partnerships with the Ferndale School District, the City of Ferndale and other community organizations and agencies.

Responsibilities. Appointed by the Ferndale Public Library Board of Trustees, the Library Director serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Library and plans, directs and coordinates all activities of the Library. The Library Director is expected to develop his or her own methods and to demonstrate resourcefulness, initiative, creativity and mature judgment in the performance of duties. The Library Director works with considerable freedom of action, subject to board policies and directives. Key areas of responsibility include (1) identifying and hiring all staff; (2) supporting professional staff development; (3) advocating for the Library through external community partnerships; (4) preparing and managing the annual budget; (5) maintaining and upgrading of facilities and library technologies; (6) marketing the Library and increasing patronage; and (7) participating professionally on a local, state and national level. See Ferndale Director Description for details.

Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include a Master’s in Library Science from an ALA-accredited program, the ability to obtain or already hold a Librarian’s Permanent Certificate (requires four (4) years of full-time employment or an equivalent time period of paid professional library work following the completion of the MLS degree), and three (3) years professional supervisory public library experience. Preferred qualifications include the ability to mentor and inspire a strong, creative staff, sound fiscal skills, ability to focus on vision moving the library forward; skill in analyzing, streamlining and developing efficient workflow processes, and proven success in community engagement and partnership development. Prior successful experience reporting to a governing Board is desirable.

Centered on the iconic intersection of Woodward & Nine Mile, Ferndale is a favorite local and regional destination with a mindset that embraces the diversity of culture, class and creativity. Ferndale is known for its public art collection, pocket parks, inviting streetscapes, and businesses owned and operated by inspired entrepreneurs. Ferndale is family-friendly, bike and pedestrian friendly and hosts events throughout the year including Ferndale Pride, the Blues Festival, DIY Street Fair, and the Funky Ferndale Art Fair. It’s also the birthplace of the Woodward Dream Cruise. Located in Oakland County, Ferndale is a short drive to downtown Detroit making it a truly livable combination of a residential urban/suburban environment with easy urban center access. See Ferndale Links for additional information about the Library and the community.

Compensation. The position offers a hiring salary range of $70,000-82,000 (dependent upon experience and qualifications) and an attractive benefits package.

For further information, contact Bradbury Miller Associates via email or phone. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to Jobeth Bradbury. This position closes March 12, 2017.

Jobeth Bradbury

Bradbury Miller Associates

4545 Wornall Rd, Ste. 805

Kansas City, MO 64111

816-803-7087 (cell); 816-531-2468 (office)

Friday, January 20, 2017

[LIBJOBS] [CORRECTED] GIS Librarian [PAR#3983] -- Texas A&M University at Galveston -- Galveston, TX

GIS Librarian/Instructional Assistant Professor – Texas A&M University at Galveston [PAR#3983]

**NOTE: The previous version of this message contained an incorrect PAR number. Please use #3983 instead.**

The Jack K. Williams Library and the Marine Sciences Department at Texas A&M University at Galveston (TAMUG) invites applicants for the position of GIS Librarian, a non-tenure track faculty position at the Instructional Assistant Professor level. The successful candidate will have earned a Master of Library & Information Science (MLS/MLIS) from an ALA-accredited institution.

The Librarian will receive a joint appointment in the Library and the Marine Sciences Department. The Librarian will teach 2 GIS courses in the Marine Sciences Department and provide support for GIS in that department. Additionally, the Librarian will provide collection, research and discovery support for students, faculty and staff through the Library.

The individual selected will demonstrate a solid understanding of GIS theory, applications, software and emerging technologies. The Librarian will acquire and provide support in the discovery, use and management of locally created and externally available GIS data, collections and tools in collaboration with data creators and researchers. The Librarian will also work with others to develop scalable, sustainable and domain-appropriate GIS services in support of research, support data visualization activities by promoting techniques associated with specialized, evolving data visualization tools for spatial applications and provide support for GIS services through reference, research consultations, online help guides, websites and other outreach efforts.

The appointment is at TAMUG, a branch campus of TAMU College Station, with comprehensive emphasis on education and research related to the ocean. With approximately 2,300 students, the campus offers a wide spectrum of ocean-based programs to students, including Marine Biology, Marine Science, Maritime Administration, Maritime Studies, Maritime Systems Engineering, the Texas Maritime Academy, and a small fleet of vessels devoted to supporting ocean-related programs.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applications will be accepted through March 1, 2017 and the review will begin in mid-March 2017. The anticipated start date for the position is Fall 2017. The Jack K. Williams Library is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the diversity and excellence of TAMUG’s academic community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. For more information about the position, contact the Director of the Library, Dr. David R. Baca by email (bacad@tamug.edu).

To apply, reference PAR#3983 and send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a list of three references with their contact information to hr@tamug.edu or mail to:

Texas A&M University at Galveston

Human Resources Department

P. O. Box 1675, Galveston, TX 77553-1675

Phone 409-740-4532 * Fax 409-740-5005

All non-tenure track positions are subject to budgetary availability, student enrollment needs, programmatic needs and turnover rates. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. Texas A&M University at Galveston is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer/Committed to Diversity.

Notice of Non-discrimination: http://vpfa.tamu.edu/media/642261/NoticeOfNonDiscrimination.pdf

[CHILD-YA] CfP: Queer(y)ing the World: International LGBTQ+ Literature for Young Readers

Dear all,

I hope that this call for papers may be of interest to some of you. Please disseminate to anyone you think may be interested! We are particularly keen to reach beyond the English-speaking world.

Very best wishes,

Liz and BJ

CfP: Queer(y)ing the World: International LGBTQ+ Literature for Young Readers

In the past few decades in English-speaking countries, we've seen a major increase to the number of children's and young adult books published featuring LGBTQ+ themes. But what is the situation like in other languages and other cultures?

In this edited collection, we aim to explore LGBTQ+ literature for young readers around the world, particularly beyond the English-speaking countries/cultures. By LGBTQ+, we include: lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans*, queer, kink, intersex, non-monogamy, and more. We are interested in the intersection of literature, history, and politics, and we hope the various chapters will explore topics such as but not limited to:

· How are sexualities and gender identities depicted in writing and illustration for younger readers? How are queer families and the construction of queer families portrayed?

· How is this depiction influenced by the way the culture in question views queer identities?

· What is the connection between LGBTQ+ rights and literature for children and young adults?

· Who is writing this work and why?

· Which companies are publishing the works?

· What genres are these texts?

· How do words and images interact in these books, if relevant?

· How do LGBTQ+ identities intersect with other aspects of identity, including but not limited to 'race'/ethnicity, dis/ability, class background, size, religion, and so on?

· Are these works getting translated to other languages or are they themselves translations?

· Are there different types of works being written by different groups within the cultures/countries?

· What is the response of young readers (and parents, teachers, and other older readers) to the books?

· How do libraries and library workers engage with these works?

· How has the literature changed over time?

· What sort of work remains to be done in this field?

Please submit an abstract of 300-500 words by 30 April 2017. We will reply with an acceptance or rejection of the abstract and feedback in the early summer and we anticipate that the due date for the submission of complete articles will be at the end of 2017. Articles will be 5000-7000 words, unless otherwise agreed upon. Guidance on style and referencing will be offered in due course. Abstracts and chapters should be in English, and any quotes in other languages should be translated as necessary.

Please contact Dr B.J. Epstein at b.epstein@uea.ac.uk and Dr Liz Chapman at e.chapman@shu.ac.uk with questions or to submit abstracts.

Dr Liz Chapman

Associate Lecturer

Department of Education, Childhood and Inclusion

Sheffield Hallam University

122 Charles Street

S1 2NE

@lgbtlibrarian

Thursday, January 19, 2017

[LIBJOBS] Job posting: Dean of University Libraries, U Toledo

Academic Keys, LLC is conducting an executive search for the position of Dean of Libraries at the University of Toledo.

This is an exciting opportunity for a forward-thinking, collaborative Dean to lead the University of Toledo Libraries consisting of: Carlson Library, Mulford Health Science Library Engineering Library, Canaday Center for Special Collections. The successful candidate is a visionary leader and prominent advocate who understands and provides the strategic direction necessary to meet the evolving needs of libraries within an urban research public university setting.

The Dean serves as the chief academic and administrative officer for the University Libraries, oversees the University of Toledo Press, and reports directly to the Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs.

Founded in 1872, The University of Toledo (UT) (www.utoledo.edu) is one of 14 public universities in Ohio with enrollment of approximately 20,600 students (16,200 undergraduate and 4,400 graduate). The University is proud to offer more than 120 undergraduate majors and more than 150 professional and graduate programs. Many of its programs are nationally ranked.

Living in Toledo, OH
This family-friendly, culturally and religiously diverse city offers a cost of living 23.3% lower than the U.S. average. Toledo boasts great restaurants, cultural events, one of the top ten art museums in the country, symphony, theater, children’s science center, zoo, and an extensive Metropark system. Detroit and Ann Arbor are within an hour drive and Pittsburgh, Indianapolis and Chicago less than four hours.

You may view the complete job description at the following link: https://administration.academickeys.com/job/c2lrqm1u/Dean_University_Libraries

Dean University Libraries, Libraries, University of Toledo

administration.academickeys.com

[b]Overview[/b] A unique opportunity for a forward-thinking, collaborative Dean to lead the University of Toledo Libraries consisting of: Carlson Library, Mulford Health Science Library Engineering Library, Canaday Center for Special Collections. The po...

[LIBJOBS] Galveston, TX, USA -- GIS Librarian/Instructional Assistant Professor

GIS Librarian/Instructional Assistant Professor – Texas A&M University at Galveston [PAR#3938]

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience.

To apply, reference PAR#3938 and send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a list of three references with their contact information to hr@tamug.edu or mail to:

Texas A&M University at Galveston

Human Resources Department

P. O. Box 1675, Galveston, TX 77553-1675

Phone 409-740-4532 * Fax 409-740-5005

Notice of Non-discrimination: http://vpfa.tamu.edu/media/642261/NoticeOfNonDiscrimination.pdf

Wednesday, January 18, 2017

[LIBJOBS] Job Posting: Applications Programmer/Analyst - University of Michigan Library

Digital Library Applications

University of Michigan Library

Applications Programmer/Analyst Senior or Lead

http://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/134614/applications_programmer

The University of Michigan Library is seeking a skilled programmer to help create and maintain large scale digital library systems. The successful candidate will work as part of a team of programmers, librarians, and designers on major initiatives including development of a system architecture to serve the U-M Library and campus based on Hydra and Fedora. The system makes use of recent developments in the open source community and will handle a wide array of materials: research data sets, historical records, electronic journals, audio, video and more. This is an opportunity to join a skilled and forward-thinking group and to gain experience with modern technologies that support research, digital preservation, publishing, archives and broad public access. We value intellectual curiosity and a desire to discuss why we develop what we develop, along with a positive outlook and willingness to learn.

The University of Michigan Library is one of the world's largest academic research libraries and serves a vibrant university community that is home to 19 schools and colleges, 100 top ten graduate programs, and annual research expenditures approaching $1.5 billion a year. To enable the university's worldchanging work and to serve the public good, the library collects, preserves, and shares the scholarly and cultural record in all existing and emerging forms, and leads the reinvention of the academic research library in the digital age.

The library is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and encourages all employees to fully incorporate their diverse backgrounds, skills, and life experiences into their work and towards the fulfillment of the library's mission.

This position may be filled at the Applications Programmer/Analyst Senior level or at the Applications Programmer/Analyst Lead level.

More details at http://careers.umich.edu/job_detail/134614/applications_programmer

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John Weise
Associate Director of Library Information Technology
Head, Digital Library Applications
University of Michigan

[LIBJOBS] Correction Canada - Regina - Scholarly Communications Librarian

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[LIBJOBS] USA-Silver Spring-Executive Director Position

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Silver Spring, MD, January 18, 2017

ASIS&T Executive Director Position Now Open

The Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T) seeks an energetic, innovative, experienced and enthusiastic leader to be the association’s next executive director and to help the association achieve increased impact and stature. Given the rapidly evolving nature of information science and technology, this leadership position presents a rare opportunity for a collaborative, strategic and visionary leader to help ASIS&T leverage its global membership for meaningful impact.

Throughout its 80-year history, ASIS&T has been distinguished by its multidisciplinary and global nature and its ability to bridge the gap between information science research and practice. The association offers a wide variety of professional development and information resources to its members. The international headquarters is located in Silver Spring, MD; a short distance from Washington, DC.

The board has approved an ambitious and multi-faceted strategic plan which, when fully implemented, will significantly strengthen and expand the association’s global impact and reach. The next executive director will have the opportunity to execute the strategic plan, make its vision a reality and partner with the board to develop and implement ongoing strategies to ensure the vitality of the association. Implementation of the strategic plan will involve a wide range of initiatives focused on membership, programs, publications and communication, outreach and advocacy, and institutional knowledge.

The ideal candidate will have a global perspective and appreciation for multicultural interaction, a record of accomplishment of bringing diverse individuals together toward a common goal; superb judgment and focus; the ability to set and implement an organizational vision; and exceptional communications skills, diplomacy and creativity. A background in information science and technology is an asset, not a requirement, but the ED must share a passion for the mission of ASIS&T.

The Association for Information Science and Technology (ASIS&T) has retained the services of Isaacson, Miller, a national executive search firm, to assist in conducting this search. For more information, to make a nomination, or to apply for this role, please visit: www.imsearch.com/6069

Yolande Nanayakkara

Communications Officer

ASIS&T

The Association for the Information Age

W: 301.495.0900

8555 16^th Street; Suite 850

Silver Spring, MD 20910 USA

www.asist.org

[IFLA-LPD] Don’t go back on the deal: Marrakesh and the EU

Joint statement by IFLA, EIFL and EBLIDA criticises proposal by Germany that risks going back on the promise of the Marrakesh Treaty to end the global 'book famine'

Read all about it!

EIFL: http://www.eifl.net/news/dont-go-back-deal-marrakesh-and-eu

IFLA: http://www.ifla.org/node/11120

Teresa

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Copyright and Libraries Programme Manager
EIFL - Electronic Information for Libraries - www.eifl.net
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Tuesday, January 17, 2017

[LIBJOBS] Canada - Regina - Associate University Librarian: Content Management and Discovery

[LIBJOBS] Canada - Regina - Student Success Librarian

[LIBJOBS] Canada - Regina - Scholarly Communications Librarian

[LIBJOBS] USA-California-Los Angeles, Menlo Park or San Francisco-Information Specialist

CORNERSTONE RESEARCH

Cornerstone Research is a consulting firm specializing in the analysis of complex financial, economic, accounting, and marketing issues. In recent years, Cornerstone Research has become one of the nation’s leading finance and economics consulting firms with more than 600 full-time staff members across eight offices.

We attribute our success to a unique combination of resources: a creative and energetic staff, cutting-edge research, and our network of academic and industry experts. Our consultants employ innovative problem solving approaches and achieve unparalleled analytic depth.

Cornerstone Research has consulted on a wide variety of projects involving numerous industries. Our clients include law firms, major corporations and financial firms, leading life sciences companies, major participants in energy markets, over one hundred Internet and other high-technology firms, and large telecommunications providers. These companies often have a large percentage of their net worth at stake when they seek our services. As such, our projects receive focused attention from chief executive officers, the general counsel and boards of directors of our clients.

INFORMATION SPECIALIST POSITION

The Information Specialist is responsible for providing research and reference services involving business, legal and specialized information sources to consulting and administrative staff for billable casework. The individual must be skilled in using a variety of databases and research tools. The Information Specialist also performs other research-related work for the firm such as conflict checks, assisting with BD research such as attorney tracking, and case.

· Conducts domestic and international business and legal research utilizing appropriate databases and research tools and directs consultants to appropriate sources.

· Reviews diverse sources of information for currency, reliability, relevance, and cost effectiveness, then chooses the best sources for answering research requests.

· Interfaces with experts, law firms, agencies, libraries and organizations; represents the firm in a professional manner.

· Compiles and organizes information obtained in research projects into a coherent, focused collection of information, accompanied by explanatory notes if relevant, so that the material is readily understandable to the user; logs new information about resources in both public and department databases for future use.

· Maintains familiarity with the library’s own information resources, in particular its research databases and physical collection.

· Maintains awareness of current developments on legal news and information services, specifically with developments regarding new specialized databases relevant to the firm’s practice areas.

· Recognizes new information resources, both in print and electronic form, and makes recommendations for new acquisitions to the Senior Director of Information Resources.

· Provides orientation and instruction regarding IR’s resources and working effectively with the IR department.

· Conducts ad hoc specialized database training sessions and scheduled general training on a variety of IR-related issues of interest to the firm.

· May perform other library administrative and technical services tasks.

· Completes special projects on various issues as assigned.

· Completes conflict checks for the firm in a timely and precise manner.

· This position will also support at least one practice area in their business development needs including docket tracks and searches, literature searches, expert searches, and more.

This position will be located in our San Francisco, Silicon Valley or Los Angeles, CA office.

CORNERSTONE RESEARCH’S CULTURE
Our uniquely collegial and supportive atmosphere makes Cornerstone Research a great place to work. Cornerstone Research invests in its people in a number of ways including providing development opportunities and organizing memorable social events. To many, our culture and our people are the most exciting and enriching aspects of a career at Cornerstone Research.

QUALIFICATIONS

· Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS) is preferred, however a Master’s degree in another specialty may be considered in lieu of the MLS if candidate also has significant research experience in a related industry.

· Working knowledge of MS Office required.

· Knowledge of automated business and legal database research systems.

· Experience with LegalKey and/or CMS a plus.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Cornerstone Research is an equal employee opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or other factors protected by law.

Interested candidates should apply via our online application system: https://corpadmin-chire.icims.com/jobs/1222/information-specialist/job

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Friday, January 13, 2017

[LIBJOBS] Job Posting extended to 1/29: OhioLINK Systems Librarian, Columbus, OH

Please excuse cross postings

OhioLINK seeks a Systems Librarian to support the overall mission of the group and in particular work closely with the Coordinator of OhioLINK Catalogs and with personnel from OH-TECH and OhioLINK member institutions to assist in planning, implementing, and managing central library catalog functions.

Role and Responsibilities:
The Systems Librarian will work closely with the Coordinator of OhioLINK Catalogs and with personnel from OH-TECH and OhioLINK member institutions to assist in planning, implementing, and managing central library catalog functions. This position will also provide support for OhioLINK’s library catalogs and the integration of local systems, the print lending system, and the OhioLINK link resolver and associated services. The Systems Librarian will communicate with library vendors and other OhioLINK staff relevant to integrated library systems operations, print lending and link resolvers. This position will also assist in customer support issues related to integrated library systems, print lending, and link resolvers.

Benefits:

The Ohio State University offers competitive benefits, see: https://hr.osu.edu/benefits/

Application:

For a complete position description of the above job and to apply, please visit https://www.jobsatosu.com/postings/75251 (keyword "OhioLINK"). Preference will be given to applications received by the posted end date. All applications should be submitted through the website listed above. Preference will be given to applications received by the posted end date. All applications should be submitted through the website listed above.

Christiana Congelio
Coordinator, Member Services & Marketing
Ohio Library and Information Network (OhioLINK)
A member of the Ohio Technology Consortium
1224 Kinnear Road, Columbus, Ohio 43212
Office: (614) 485-6755 • Fax: (614) 228-1807
ccongelio@ohiolink.edu

Learn more about OhioLINK at https://ohiolink.edu

Per Ohio Revised Code, this communication and any attachments may constitute a public record. (http://codes.ohio.gov/orc/149.43)

[LIBJOBS] Vacancy: Metadata Librarian, University of Tennessee, USA

UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE LIBRARIES

FACULTY VACANCY

Metadata Librarian

Appointment Rank: Assistant Professor

Salary: minimum $52,000

Available: September 1, 2017, or earlier if search is completed

The University of Tennessee Libraries seeks a curious, innovative, and technically proficient individual to serve as Metadata Librarian. Reporting to the head of Cataloging & Metadata Services, the Metadata Librarian enhances resource discovery and improves access to collections by implementing and supporting metadata strategies associated with digital scholarship and special collections. Working closely with colleagues in the digital library program, the Metadata Librarian will develop workflows to improve efficiency and metadata quality. Serving as the expert on non-MARC metadata, the librarian is expected to participate in decision-making for library digital projects, to coordinate the integration of metadata into production of digital collections, and assist in supporting the Digital Public Library of America service hub for the state of Tennessee.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Consult with and advise partners and project stakeholders on metadata design based on project requirements

● Create, transform, remediate, and enhance descriptive metadata, primarily in MODS, and train others to do so

● Perform metadata audits of existing digital collections, participate in migration of legacy digital collections to new platforms, and ensure compliance with local and international metadata standards

● Maintain awareness of trends in metadata and resource discovery; share and apply that knowledge in the incumbent’s work

● Serve the library profession through involvement in professional organizations and through cooperative efforts with other information professionals

● Engage in scholarly activity through publications, presentations, and other creative outlets

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

● Master’s degree from an ALA accredited program or doctorate in relevant field

● Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a diverse academic community

● Experience in resource description, including MODS or MARC/RDA

● Working knowledge of XML and XSLT

● Demonstrated understanding of controlled vocabularies and ontologies

● Aptitude for complex, analytical work with the ability to manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines

● Evidence of ability to engage in research, publication, and service consonant with University and Libraries guidelines for tenure and promotion

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

● Experience with one or more scripting languages such as Ruby, Python, or Perl

● Experience with OAI-PMH

● Experience using tools for metadata manipulation, such as OpenRefine, Oxygen, or Catmandu

● Experience with digital repository platforms (e.g., Fedora Commons, Islandora, or ArchivesSpace), their associated workflows, and accompanying metadata schemes (e.g., Dublin Core)

● Experience with linked data and RDF

● Experience with structural, technical, or preservation metadata

● Experience working with researcher identities such as ORCID or ISNI

● Project management experience

● Training experience

ENVIRONMENT:

The University of Tennessee Libraries serves the campus, a land-grant Carnegie university and the flagship campus of the state university system. The UT Libraries supports the teaching, research, and service mission of the university and enhances the academic experience of each student at the Knoxville campus — through outstanding print and electronic collections, reference and instructional services, and top-notch facilities and technological resources. The John C. Hodges Main Library, Webster C. Pendergrass Agriculture and Veterinary Medicine Library, and George F. DeVine Music Library serve the Knoxville campus.

The UT Libraries serves as an intellectual, cultural, and social center for the university and community. We are a national leader in the creation of regionally significant digital collections; in support of open access though our digital repository Trace; and through a rich history of designing innovative spaces and building key partnerships that enhance the teaching/learning enterprise. The University of Tennessee Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, the Digital Library Federation, Lyrasis, and the Center for Research Libraries. The UT Libraries collaborates actively at the state level with the other UT System Libraries as well as the libraries in the Tennessee Board of Regents system.

The UT Libraries participate in cultural programming on the UT campus, hosting a Writers In The Library series of readings, international and documentary film series, and co-sponsoring programs with campus groups such as the Baker Center for Public Policy and UT’s Ready For The World initiative.

The UT Libraries champions diversity in collections and staffing. The University of Tennessee is committed to creating a welcoming environment. More information about how we continually strive to put our principles of civility and community into action here in Knoxville is available at http://www.utk.edu/diversity/.

Additional information about this position and the UT community is available at https://www.lib.utk.edu/employment/metadata-librarian

BENEFITS:

Appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor with a minimum salary of $52,000. Faculty rank and status; twelve-month, tenure-track appointment. Library faculty must meet University requirements for promotion and tenure.

Excellent benefits include 24 annual leave days; choice of state retirement plan (TCRS) or the Optional Retirement Program (ORP) (VOYA, TIAA, VALIC) with nonrefundable contributions paid for the employee by the University; optional group health and life insurance plans. Tuition remission is available for all university employees and partial undergraduate tuition remission is available to dependent children and spouses of UT employees. Start-up funding in the amount of $10,000 allocated over a three-year period; annual support for travel & professional development.

UT’s Prospective Faculty Viewbook has information on academic support, personal support, and living in Knoxville.

APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

A background check and official transcripts are required prior to hiring. In order to be considered for candidacy, you must submit a cover letter addressing the above qualifications, a current resume or CV, and the names, addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three recent references to: Elizabeth Greene, Manager, Library Dean’s Office and Human Resources, 1015 Volunteer Blvd., Knoxville, TN 37996-1000. Application materials may be sent via email attachment to ejgreene@utk.edu. Review of applications will begin February 20, 2017, and will continue until the position is filled.

All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admissions without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, or covered veteran status. Eligibility and other terms and conditions of employment benefits at The University of Tennessee are governed by laws and regulations of the State of Tennessee, and this non-discrimination statement is intended to be consistent with those laws and regulations. In accordance with the requirements of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, The University of Tennessee affirmatively states that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, or disability in its education programs and activities, and this policy extends to employment by the University. Inquiries and charges of violation of Title VI (race, color, and national origin), Title IX (sex), Section 504 (disability), ADA (disability), Age Discrimination in Employment Act (age), sexual orientation, or veteran status should be directed to the Office of Equity and Diversity (OED), 1840 Melrose Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37996-3560, telephone (865) 974-2498. Requests for accommodation of a disability should be directed to the ADA Coordinator at the Office of Equity and Diversity.

Thursday, January 12, 2017

[IFLA-LPD] The Marrakesh Treaty: EIFL FAQs

http://www.eifl.net/news/marrakesh-treaty-eifl-faqs

EIFL has compiled a set of FAQs on common questions concerning implementation of the Marrakesh Treaty for persons with print disabilities

EIFL was an active participant during negotiations over five years at the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) that led to the adoption of the Marrakesh Treaty for persons with print disabilities on 27th June 2013, and its subsequent entry into force on 30th September 2016.

Now EIFL is supporting ratification of the Marrakesh Treaty and its implementation into national law. Based on our experience, we have compiled brief information on a selection of questions that commonly arise concerning the process and substance of ratification and implementation.

The frequently asked questions (FAQs) include the process of joining the treaty, budgetary implications, the role of authorized entities and record-keeping.

We hope the FAQs are useful to librarians and policy-makers. If there are other questions, please contact EIFL Copyright and Libraries Programme Manager, Teresa Hackett: teresa.hackett AT eifl.net

Read the frequently asked questions (FAQs).

Read about EIFL's work advocating for the Marrakesh Treaty.

http://www.eifl.net/news/marrakesh-treaty-eifl-faqs

[IFLA-LPD] Marrakesh in Europe: one treaty, two sets of rules

http://www.eifl.net/news/marrakesh-europe-one-treaty-two-sets-rules

While EIFL broadly welcomes European Commission proposals to implement the Marrakesh Treaty, EIFL opposes extra record-keeping requirements for accessible works sent outside the EU

Plans by the European Commission (EC) to implement the Marrakesh Treaty for persons with print disabilities comprise two legislative proposals in a single package.

The first proposal is a Directive that allows for the creation and circulation of accessible format copies of books and other printed material within the European Union (EU). EIFL welcomes the Directive.

The second proposal is a Regulation on cross-border exchange of accessible format copies from EU member states to non-EU countries.

EIFL opposes extra record-keeping requirements in the Regulation that exceed what is required by the Marrakesh Treaty. Article 5 in the Regulation exceeds the Marrakesh Treaty in three ways:

It does not specify that 'authorized entities', that is, organizations such as libraries, are allowed to follow their own record-keeping practices and procedures.
It requires authorized entities to publish information on the manner in which they comply with their record-keeping obligations.
It also appears from the proposed Regulation that rightsholders can make unlimited demands for information about accessible works sent from EU to non-EU countries.

Taken together, these extra requirements could present significant challenges for libraries, especially non-specialized institutions. If left unchecked, these extra requirements could undermine the effectiveness of cross-border exchange with third countries, and thus the very objective of the Treaty - to ensure the 'right to read' for people who are blind, visually impaired or otherwise print disabled.

While the Directive recognizes the need to avoid administrative burdens for authorized entities that are creating and sharing accessible formats within the EU, the Regulation imposes burdens for transfers outside the EU.

To foster the development of a truly global network of authorized entities as envisaged by the Marrakesh Treaty, there should be just one record-keeping standard – the standard set out in the Treaty. The EU should not impose new requirements that will result in one rule for EU transfers and another for transfers to the rest of the world.

To demonstrate true leadership of which EU citizens and libraries can be proud, implementation of the Treaty in the EU must not disadvantage people with print disabilities living in other regions of the world, including in developing countries.

Let's have one treaty, one set of rules.

Read EIFL's comments on European Commission proposals regarding implementation of the Marrakesh Treaty for persons with print disabilities.
Read about EIFL's work advocating for the Marrakesh Treaty.