Electronic Resources Unit Supervisor

Electronic Resources Unit Supervisor, Oregon State University Libraries

Oregon State University (OSU) Libraries seeks candidates for the Electronic Resources Unit Supervisor within the Collections & Resource Sharing Department (CRSD). This is a key management position at OSU Libraries in an innovative and team-oriented environment. The supervisor uses his/her knowledge of current and emerging trends to oversee the evaluation, management, and promotion of a wide range of electronic resources including databases, electronic journals and books, and reference sources. In close collaboration with personnel from other appropriate library units, the incumbent coordinates support for the acquisition, processing and maintenance of electronic resources throughout their life cycle; oversees the maintenance of the Libraries’ electronic resource management (ERM) system; coordinates the Libraries’ approval plan, PDA, EDI, and other outsourced services; and implements new tools, features, and programs that enhance and/or improve electronic resource access and usability. The incumbent will manage the daily operations related to licensing, negotiating, and tracking access to electronic resources and supervises 3 FT classified staff engaged in these activities.

See full announcement for minimum qualifications and application requirements

at http://oregonstate.edu/jobs. Posting #0008294. Closing date: 12/9/2011. OSU is an AA/EOE and has a policy of being responsive to dual-career needs.

Archivist/Special Collections Librarian

ARCHIVIST/SPECIAL COLLECTIONS LIBRARIAN. 

The University of Maine Library is seeking an Archivist/Special Collections Librarian to work in its Special Collections Department, the holdings of which constitute one of the major resources for research on Maine History.  This is a 12-month, full-time position, with an excellent benefits package including TIAA-CREF and a dependent and employee tuition waver.  The anticipated starting salary range is $39,000 - $45,000, depending on qualifications.  Evening and weekend hours will be required. 

Responsibilities and Duties: Preparing and enhancing archival finding aids and cataloging records; providing reference assistance to on-site and off-site Special Collections’ researchers; working on digital library projects, and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Has the education typically associated with ALA-accredited MLS or a Master’s degree in Archives or other appropriate field. Experience processing archival collections. Experience providing public service and an enthusiastic attitude about working with the public. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with a diverse staff and clientele. Strong computer literacy. Experience with web-site development. Database development, or other digital library projects. Experience with EAD (Encoded Archival Description). Ability to lift 30-50 pound occasionally. Must have authorization to work in the U.S. Appropriate background checks will be conducted. Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Maine History.

 

To Apply:  Review of applications will begin December 1. 2011.  To apply, send cover letter and resume and names and contact information for three references to Archivist/Special Collections Librarian Search Committee, 5729 Fogler Library, University of Maine, Orono, ME 04469-5729, fax: 207-581-1594, or email to Karen.Stewart@maine.edu

On January 1, 2011, UMaine joined a growing number – now nearly 400 – of colleges and universities around the country that are tobacco-free. Implementation followed more than three years of study and planning managed by a committee of faculty members, staff members and students. A good deal of information about UMaine’s plan and the new policy is online at http://umaine.edu/tobaccofree/.

The University of Maine is an Equal opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Metadata Librarian

The Eastern Washington University Libraries invites applications for a Metadata Librarian (Librarian II or III). The position has professional responsibilities in librarianship, scholarship, and service. Responsibilities in librarianship focus on developing and maintaining the discovery engine used to find library resources; activities in cataloging, classification, and metadata creation for library resources; participating in production of archival digital collections and microfilm preservation; guiding the selection and use of metadata schemas, controlled vocabularies, and data dictionaries to facilitate use of digital collections and institutional repository as these develop; communicating and consulting with others about the organization, description, and discovery of library resources; and coordinating physical processing of tangible resources.  This is a 100% 11-months per year tenure-track library faculty position.  Workload includes:  80% responsibilities in librarianship, including metadata, cataloging, and bibliographic control and coordination of staff and processing operations; 20% service and professional development including research and publication. Position is open until further notice; screening will begin 12/1/2011. To be assured full consideration, your application must be complete and submitted through the online portal by the screening date. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified. Qualifications: Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program or comparable accredited foreign program At least three years of successful professional library experience  Knowledge of and experience in use of current and emerging cataloging standards, including RDA, AACR, LCCS, LCSH, OCLC Bibliographic Input Standards, etc. Experience in cataloging library resources in a variety of formats  Knowledge of and experience in use of MARC; knowledge of a minimum of one other metadata standard, such as such as DC, CCO, DACS, DCRM(B), EAD, METS, MODS, VRA, CCO, etc.  Demonstrated success in managing personnel and operations in cataloging/metadata functions  Demonstrated high level of written and oral communication, organizational, problem-solving and planning skills  Ability to collaborate effectively with a wide range of faculty, staff, and clients  Ability, during the probationary period, to meet library faculty requirements for tenure in the areas of scholarship and service, as defined in Library Faculty Policies & Procedures  Commitment to excellence in bibliographic control and discovery of library resources  Commitment to excellence in services to students, faculty, and staff Preferred Qualifications: Active participation in professional dialogue and contribution to academic librarianship, through participation in professional associations, publication, etc.  Demonstrated initiative in investigating new ideas and implementing change, to improve access to library collections.  Knowledge of ContentDM or comparable system.  Knowledge of one or more digital repository systems.  Knowledge of additional metadata standards.  Successful experience in staff training, position design, workflow design, and other management and supervisory functions. Apply Here: http://www.Click2Apply.net/dtdgn22

Head, Special Collections and Archives and Assistant/Associate Professor

Head, Special Collections and Archives and Assistant/Associate Professor
Albertsons Library, Boise State University
AA-0004-12

Albertsons Library, Boise State University invites interested applicants for the position of Head, Special Collections and Archives. This position is responsible for the administration of all activities within Special Collections and Archives, in support of teaching, learning and research at the University. This experienced and innovative librarian provides services that are responsive to the needs of the University in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment. Representative collections include the McCain Collection for Western Life, Idaho Authors, Frank Church Papers, and the Basque Collection. Subject strengths include Idaho political history and public affairs, western life, environmental issues, Idaho literature and arts, and local history. The University Archives includes both print and digital formats. This position reports to the Dean, University Library.

Responsibilities include:

·         leads, supervises, manages Special Collections unit

·         actively contributes to library–wide planning, policy-making, goal-setting and assessment efforts as a member of the Library Dean's Council

·         establishes priorities, goals, and benchmarks for Special Collections

·         provides effective leadership to meet the information and research needs of faculty and students

·         serves as a liaison to one or more academic departments

·         provides support for the integration of research and teaching through collaborations with University departments and programs

·         evaluates and acquires new collections of manuscripts, books, photographs, documents, and other items

·         develops policies and procedures for the effective administration of the Special Collections unit

·         ensures that university records policies are effectively carried out

Minimum qualifications:

·         master's degree from an ALA-accredited Library and Information Science program.

·         minimum 5 years post -ALA accredited degree professional experience in an academic library

·         successfully demonstrated management and leadership skills

·         demonstrated ability to establish and cultivate relationships with donors

·         demonstrated commitment to excellent customer service

·         strong commitment to diversity

·         knowledge of current trends and issues in Special Collections and Archives

·         knowledge of digital formats and standards

·         excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills

·         potential to meet library faculty requirements for tenure and promotion

Preferred Qualifications:               

·         experience with  grant writing and administration of grants

·         experience with the management of digitization projects and initiatives

·         experience working with digital collections

Salary and benefits: Salary based on qualifications. Minimum $50,000 with a comprehensive benefit package. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE), 12-month, tenure-track position with faculty status. If interested in this position: Please email your resume, letter of application, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references to Jaque Johnson at jjohnson@boisestate.edu, Search

#AA-0004-12 (email submissions preferred) or mail to:

Jaque Johnson
Boise State University
Search # AA-0004-12
1910 University Drive

Boise, ID 83725-1430

Review of submitted applications will begin December 13, 2011. Applications received after this date may be considered if the position is not filled from the initial applicant pool. 

About Albertsons Library:  http://library.boisestate.edu

About Boise State University:  http://www.boisestate.edu/

About the City of Boise:  http://www.boisechamber.org/

As of August 17, 2009, Boise State University is a smoke free campus. Boise State University is an EEO/AA Employer. Vets Preferences.

Research Librarian for Business

RESEARCH LIBRARIAN FOR BUSINESS

The University of California, Irvine Libraries seek a creative, knowledgeable, and user-centered Research Librarian for Business to plan and deliver innovative reference and instruction services, and to develop and manage electronic and print collections in business and management.

The Research Librarian for Business will provide liaison and outreach to faculty and students of The Paul Merage School of Business which has been ranked among the top 50 business schools nationally by the Wall Street Journal, Business Week and U.S. News and World Report.  In 2011 the Financial Times ranked the School #27 in the US and #53 in the world. The School offers a full-time Ph.D. program, and four MBA programs (Full-time MBA, Executive MBA, Fully Employed MBA, and Health Care Executive MBA), as well as a BA in Business Administration and a BS in Business Information Management.

The successful candidate for this position will be a member of the Reference Department, reporting to the Head of Reference.

Duties and Responsibilities

In the area of reference, the Research Librarian for Business will provide specialized business reference and individual research consultations.  In addition, the Research Librarian will be expected to provide effective general reference assistance at the Langson Library Reference Desk, supporting information needs in business, social sciences, government publications, humanities, education, and the arts.  The Research Librarian for Business may provide up to ten hours of general reference service weekly, including responding to in-person, telephone, and electronic inquiries. Occasional evening shifts are required.

In the area of collection development, the Research Librarian for Business will be responsible for the selection, assessment, and management of collections and resources in business and management including reference resources.  The Research Librarian will serve as liaison to the faculty and students in The Paul Merage School of Business to ensure that their information needs are being met and to promote the Libraries’ services and resources.  The Research Librarian will be responsible for monitoring budgets and making collections decisions that support the teaching and research needs on campus.  The incumbent will keep abreast of new publications and electronic resources in business and management and will develop and update subject web pages in support of curriculum and research in The Paul Merage School of Business. 

In the area of instruction, the Research Librarian for Business will provide and promote subject-based instruction ranging from general orientations and overviews of electronic resources in business to customized presentations for specific course assignments.  The candidate will also participate in the Libraries' information literacy initiatives and general education programs to assist campus and community users in improving their critical thinking, information seeking, and research skills.

Qualifications

Required:

• Graduate degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution or an equivalent combination of relevant advanced degree and library experience.
• Substantial knowledge of business and financial information resources
• Ability to provide effective instruction in the use of business and financial information resources.
• Strong interest in building and managing business collections in all formats
• Commitment to user-centered library services.
• Strong interest in library information technology.
• Strong interest in working with students and faculty.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and in a dynamically changing environment.
• Ability to work effectively with diverse constituencies.
• Ability to meet the University of California criteria for advancement and promotion of Librarians.

Preferred:

• Significant experience in teaching information literacy skills in business and management.
•  Experience assessing, evaluating, and negotiating digital resources in business.
• Skill in developing, organizing, and maintaining web-based information resources.
• Educational background in business or management.
• Experience in performing reference, instruction and/or collection development in business-related subjects in an academic or research library.

Consideration will be given to applicants with a wide range of years of experience, including qualified early career librarians.

 

Reference Department

The Research Librarian for Business will be based in the Langson Library and will be a member of the Reference Department, which consists of Langson Library Reference and Ayala Science Library Reference. Langson Library’s services and collections support research and teaching in the Arts, Education, Humanities, Social Sciences and Business and Management.  The Department provides reference services including research consultation and virtual reference. The Reference Department operates in a team-based environment and the staff consists of 9 librarians and 7 FTE career staff.

The Libraries

The UCI Libraries are committed to innovation and excellence and are in a major period of change.  The Libraries consist of the Langson Library, the Ayala Science Library, the Library Gateway Study Center, and the Grunigen Medical Library.  These buildings contain over 3, 600 public seats for study and research and provide more than 600 public access computers.  The UCI Libraries have a staff of approximately 140 FTE plus approximately 30 student assistant FTE.  The library collection consists of over 3.4 million volumes and over 86,000 journals and serial titles and an aggressively expanding electronic resources collection.  The UCI Libraries are a member of the:  Association of Research Libraries (ARL), California Digital Library (CDL), Coalition of Networked Information (CNI), Center for Research Libraries (CRL), Council on Library and Information Resources (CLIR), International Federation of Library Associations and Institutions (IFLA) and Scholarly Publishing & Academic Resources Coalition (SPARC).

University of California, Irvine

The University of California, Irvine, is nestled in over 1,500 acres of coastal foothills, five miles from the Pacific Ocean, between San Diego and Los Angeles.  Founded in 1965, UCI has more than 26,000 undergraduate and graduate students and about 1,500 faculty members.  Nearly 67% of UCI students identify themselves as Asian American, African American, Chicano/Latino, or Native American.  The University offers graduate degrees in more than 100 academic disciplines and interdisciplinary programs in addition to the M.D. and J.D.  UCI’s academic programs are ranked nationally among the top universities; several doctoral programs are ranked in the top ten.

Librarians at the University of California Irvine are academic appointees and receive potential career status at the time of their initial appointment.  Librarians periodically receive administrative and peer review for merit increases based on the following criteria: 1) professional competence and quality of service within the Library; 2) professional activity outside the Library; 3) university and public service; and 4) research and other creative activity.

Salary & Benefits:  Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.  Preferred appointment level:  $47,544 - $84,996 (Assistant Librarian I – Librarian III).  Librarians are entitled to two days per month of annual leave, thirteen paid holidays, and one day per month sick leave.  The University has an excellent retirement system and offers a variety of group health, life, and disability insurance plans.  Benefits, which may also include an attractive mortgage program, are equal to approximately 40% of salary.

Consideration will be given to applicants with a wide range of years of experience, including qualified early career librarians.

Deadline for Applications:  Applications received by December 1, 2011 will receive first consideration, but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

To Apply:  Electronic applications are preferred.  Qualified applicants who wish to be considered for this position should send their application materials including: cover letter; complete résumé; and the names, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers of three references, with a statement of each reference's professional relationship to the applicant, to: 

e-mail: libhr@uci.edu

Library Human Resources

UC Irvine, P.O. Box 19557

Irvine, CA 92623-9557

confidential fax (949) 824-3270

Upon application, candidates should be in possession of proof of their legal right to employment in the U.S.  In compliance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, verification of legal right to work will be required between the time of final selection and hiring, and is absolutely essential in ultimately being hired.

This position description is listed on the UCI Libraries Web site at http://www.lib.uci.edu/about/jobs/librarian-vacancies.html, with links to additional Web sites featuring campus and community information.

The University of California, Irvine is an equal opportunity employer

committed to excellence through diversity