Special Collections Librarian

Special Collections Librarian
	Join a vibrant campus community whose excellence is reflected in its diversity and student success. West Chester University of Pennsylvania invites applications for the tenure-track Special Collections Librarian position at the rank of Assistant Professor to begin August 2012. Responsibilities: Primary responsibility for all aspects of Special Collections. Also responsible for providing general reference service on a regular schedule including evenings and weekends.  Serves as library coordinator to the History Department for the purposes of collection development, instruction and specialized reference. Additional responsibilities include pursuing scholarly activities and service to the department, college, university, and the profession. Required Qualifications: §  Masters degree from an ALA or equivalently accredited program in librarianship. §  A minimum of two years experience in special collections in an academic library or research institution.  §  A minimum of two years experience providing general academic reference and instruction services. §  Familiarity with MARC-AMC cataloging and archival coding. §  Demonstrated understanding of key issues and emerging trends and technologies in special collections. §  Proven ability to work collaboratively to develop programs and exhibitions. §  Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. §  Evidence of participation in professional development activities.  Preferred Qualifications: Certification or special training in archives or rare books; second graduate degree in a relevant discipline; evidence of success in fundraising or obtaining grants. Finalists must successfully complete an interview process and a teaching demonstration. Candidates should submit: letter of interest, curriculum vita, and names of three references to: Dr. Walter Cressler, Search Committee Chair, Department of Library Services, Francis Harvey Green Library, 25 West Rosedale Ave., West Chester University of PA, West Chester, Pennsylvania, 19383 or wcressler@wcupa.edu  Review of applications will begin December 1, 2011and continue until position is filled. The filling of this position is contingent upon available funding. Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty and staff advances WCUs educational mission and strategic Plan for Excellence. West Chester University is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

All offers of employment are subject to and contingent upon satisfactory completion of all pre-employment criminal background and consumer reporting checks.

Special Collections Librarian

CURATOR OF THE JAMES AND SUSAN NEUMANN JAZZ COLLECTION


The Oberlin Conservatory Library seeks an innovative, experienced librarian or archivist to oversee the development, curation, arrangement, description, access, and promotion of the James and Susan Neumann Jazz Collection (believed to be the largest collection of jazz sound recordings and memorabilia assembled by a private collector) and other Conservatory Library special collections (including the Frederick “Eric” Selch Collection of rare books and iconography as well as the Herbert Goodkind Collection of literature on stringed instruments). This full-time, 12-month, Administrative and Professional Staff position requires an ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library Science or equivalent accredited graduate archives management program; musicological background or extensive musical training with emphasis on American music and jazz; three years professional library or archives experience; as well as knowledge of and experience with digital library technologies, standards, and web design. For further information, see: http://new.oberlin.edu/home/jobs/jobs_detail.dot?id=1901213

Please provide letter of interest, résumé, and names of three references (including address, email, and phone number). Applicants are encouraged to email documentation to library.job@oberlin.edu (MS Word or PDF formats preferred). Alternatively, applications may also be mailed to: Conservatory Special Collections Librarian Search Committee, Main Library, Mudd Center, 148 West College Street, Oberlin, OH 44074-1545. Application review begins immediately and may continue until the position is filled. To ensure consideration, submit applications by June 15, 2010.

Oberlin is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. The College actively seeks a racially, ethnically, and culturally diverse staff and student body.