User Services Librarian

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TEACH YOUR PASSION.

Contemplate, explore, and expound upon the subject you love. Bring your enthusiasm to life as an instructor at Harper College, where your work can have its greatest impact upon individuals from a wide variety of cultures. Feel the elation, as our students take your desire for excellence and make it their own.

We welcome you to inspire others, contribute to your profession, and enjoy the complete educational experience, collegial setting, and advanced technological resources of Harper. Teach more than your discipline. Teach your passion.

USER SERVICES LIBRARIAN
Here is an outstanding opportunity to bring your enthusiasm into the lives of students. As the User Services Librarian, you will coordinate the Circulation, Reserves, Interlibrary Loan and Outreach services areas. You will directly manage one professional staff and indirectly manage thirteen classified staff plus student assistants.

Requirements include at least a Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited institution. At least one year of supervisory experience is also required. Supervisory experience in a library setting preferred.

To learn more about this opportunity and apply, visit us at
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Harper College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, ethnic minorities and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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Instructional Design Librarian

Job Duties:  The B. Davis Schwartz Memorial Library of LIU-Post seeks an Instructional Design Librarian to support student learning by working in partnership with library and teaching faculty to develop, design, implement and maintain general and course-specific library instruction materials, including but not limited to online learning objects and instructional modules.  The successful candidate will identify the information needs of both on-campus and blended/distance learning students, facilitate the integration and use of library literacy materials in course management systems and other online environments, and assess student learning outcomes.  The successful candidate must be able to learn, critically evaluate, and troubleshoot new technologies related to online teaching and learning to meet changing user needs, and support and train librarians and staff in the use of such technologies.  The librarian will also develop and conduct online and in-person library instruction sessions and may serve as a liaison to one or more academic departments.  Scheduled hours at the reference desk, including some evenings and weekend work, are required.  The successful candidate will work collaboratively and closely with the Coordinator of Instruction and the Instructional Technology Librarian to support the teaching and learning initiatives of the library.  The Instructional Design Librarian is a tenure-track, faculty status position.

Qualifications:   MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited library school and at least three years of public service, including instructional experience, in an academic library.  Knowledge of applications and technologies used in higher education instruction, including course management systems.  Coursework, degree, or experience in instructional design and/or educational technology, including knowledge of basic instructional design concepts (ADDIE, etc.).   Demonstrated interest in scholarly communication initiatives.  Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.  Ability to work effectively with faculty, staff, and users.  Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.   Ability to achieve tenure through effective job performance, service, and scholarship.   Additional graduate degree in Educational Technology, Instructional Design, or related field.  Demonstrated knowledge of production tools (e.g. Adobe Creative Suite, Audacity, and Camtasia).  Familiarity with ACRL Standards for Information Literacy.

Salary:  Commensurate with experience.        Deadline Date: February 24, 2012
Special Information:  Preference will be given to a candidate with a second Master’s degree or 30 additional graduate credits, and the flexibility to work some evenings and weekends.  This is a reopening of a position.  Candidates who applied previously should reapply.
Contact:  Please send cover letter and resume to: Dr. Valeda Dent, University Dean of Libraries at hr@liu.edu
Long Island University is an Affirmation Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Head of References Services

Job Duties:  B. Davis Schwartz Memorial Library of LIU Post seeks a knowledgeable, innovative, and energetic leader to serve as Head of Reference Services.  The successful candidate will combine leadership and an outstanding customer service ethos with the ability to coordinate and develop programs for effective and innovative delivery of reference services, while supervising a faculty of full-time and adjunct librarians, and several support staff.  The Head of Reference Services will work closely with the Coordinator of Instruction and the Instructional Technology Librarian to provide leadership in implementing information literacy initiatives.  The candidate must possess strong leadership and management skills with the ability to motivate a team, develop plans, and set goals; must demonstrate strong interpersonal and verbal communication skills and have some experience with assessment methodologies.  The person will balance strong organizational and supervisory skills with the enthusiasm to initiate and support innovation and be visionary and innovative in his or her approach to management and service provision.  This tenure-track, faculty status position will report to an Assistant Dean within the library

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: organizing and managing of reference services, including the scheduling of full- and part-time reference faculty; managing a print and online reference collection, including ordering of new materials and weeding of existing collections; designing new reference initiatives in response to the changing information-seeking behaviors of users; collaborating with the Coordinator of Instruction, classroom faculty and library liaisons to offer guidance for the implementation, promotion, and assessment of library instruction programs and to articulate information literacy curriculum objectives and assess student learning outcomes; collaborating with the Instructional Technology Librarian; teaching in the Library’s instruction programs; promoting the visibility and use of reference and instructional services to the wider campus community; creating and maintaining policies, procedures, records, reports and statistics relevant to departmental functions; providing reference service to students, faculty, and other groups as needed; serving as a subject liaison depending upon education, experience, and expertise; supervising and encouraging professional development, as well as evaluating the performance of faculty and staff ; serving on library, campus, and university committees; participating in professional associations and organizations; other duties as assigned

Qualifications:   Master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited institution is required; a minimum of three years of progressively responsible library experience in public services is required, preferably in an academic institution; supervisory experience is required; experience in teaching in a library instruction program is required.  Second Master’s degree or 30 additional graduate credits preferred.

Special Information:  This is a reopening for a position.  Candidates who applied previously should reapply.
Salary:  Commensurate with experience.                Deadline Date: February 24, 2012
Contact: Contact:  Please send cover letter and resume to: Dr. Valeda Dent, University Dean of Libraries at hr@liu.edu
               Long Island University is an Affirmation Action/Equal Opportunity Employer

Associate Librarian for User Services

Dartmouth College Library: Inspiring ideas for personal transformation and global impact.

Associate Librarian for User Services

Dartmouth College Library seeks a forward-thinking, innovative individual with a strong service ethic to join its senior leadership team and to direct, lead, and administer major programs with Dartmouth-wide visibility and impact. This position is responsible for library programs and departments that have direct user engagement, including Access Services, Education and Outreach, Feldberg Business and Engineering Library, Kresge Physical Sciences Library, Paddock Music Library, Rauner Special Collections Library, and Research and Instructional Services.

Reporting to the Dean of Libraries, the Associate Librarian for User Services will work closely with the senior administrative team to articulate a vision for 21^st-century library services and will ensure successful delivery and evaluation of innovative programs and resources.  The Associate Librarian will communicate and collaborate with staff, students, faculty, alumni, and leadership of other constituent groups to establish goals and priorities. In addition, the Associate Librarian for User Services leads the development of the Library’s web presence, leads planning of Library spaces to respond to changing user needs, contributes to developing strategic communications, and represents the Library locally and nationally in a variety of settings.

QUALIFICATIONS: ALA-accredited MLS or another applicable graduate degree required, with an additional advanced graduate degree in a relevant area preferred. Ten years of progressively responsible experience in academic or research libraries, including substantial supervisory and management experience. The successful candidate will have proven leadership, management, and strong interpersonal skills which encourage teamwork, collaboration, relationship building, and mentoring; a passion for learning; excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; the ability to cultivate a strong service ethic; demonstrated capacity to foster and manage change in a fast-paced environment; and strong problem-solving skills.

RANK AND SALARY: The position is part of the Departmental/Division Leadership A

(DDL A) rank. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications. Full benefits package including 22 vacation days; comprehensive health care; retirement plans, including TIAA-CREF; and relocation assistance.   

GENERAL INFORMATION: Dartmouth College is a highly selective undergraduate college with distinguished graduate schools of business, engineering, medicine and 20 graduate programs primarily in the sciences. Dartmouth has remained at the forefront of American higher education since 1769. At the heart of Dartmouth College is one of the oldest research libraries in the United States. Nine libraries, distributed across various academic centers, house the 3 million volume collection and provide access to a rich array of digital resources supported by a technically robust network environment. The Library's mission is to foster intellectual growth and advance the mission of the College by supporting excellence and innovation in research and education, managing and delivering scholarly content, and partnering in the development and dissemination of new scholarship.

APPLICATION: Review of applications will begin on Monday March 12, 2012, and will continue until the position is filled. To see the complete job description and to apply online please go to http://jobs.dartmouth.edu .

Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer.

Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

Applicants must demonstrate a commitment to diversity and to serving the needs of a diverse population.

Emerging Technologies Librarian (Instructor or Assistant Professor) - Library

Job Opening ID:                5276 

Job Family:                        Faculty 

Closing Date:                     March 17, 2012 

Location:                           Queensborough CC 

Position #:                         00111796 

Full/Part Time:                   F 

Regular/Temporary:           R 

GENERAL DUTIES 

Performs teaching, research, and guidance duties in area(s) of expertise as noted below.  Shares responsibility for committee and department assignments, performing administrative, supervisory, and other functions as may be assigned. 

FLSA:  Exempt 

CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION 

This is a 12 month tenure track position, available Fall 2012.  The Emerging Technologies Librarian will perform the following duties:

- explore, develop, promote, and assess innovative online tools including social networking and other services targeting off-campus learners.

- create and implement online learning modules to support the Library's information literacy, reference, and web-based learning programs.

- support development of both onsite and virtual reference services.

- support the creation of course- and curriculum-integrated web resources including podcasts and multimedia tutorials.

- provide face to face reference service.

- teach in the library's information literacy instruction program.

- consult individually with students and faculty on research projects, methods, and best practices.

- work closely with academic department representatives providing instruction and information about library resources.

- participate in collection development including print and online resources.

- develop and maintain subject and policy guides.

- represent the library on college and university committees.

- perform other related duties as assigned.

Some evening or weekend teaching may be required.

For Instructor title: scholarly activities required for continued appointment. 

For Assistant Professor title: scholarly activities required for tenure and promotion.

Queensborough Community College, CUNY offers associates degrees and certificate programs in a variety of disciplines.  The college is committed to academic excellence, innovative pedagogy, and valuing the cultural diversity of our community.  Located on a park-like setting in eastern Queens, the college also enjoys the opportunities offered as part of the City University of New York.

The library has recently undergone substantial renovations in order to support collaborative learning and attention to the needs of community college students.  The library faculty consists of eleven full-time professionals and eight part- time faculty members.  Additional information is available at http://www.qcc.cuny.edu/library.

For campus and surrounding community information please visit: Why Choose Queensborough at http://www.qcc.cuny.edu/FacStaff/yqcc/index.html  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 

For Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor designations:

Ph.D. degree in area(s) of expertise, or equivalent as noted below.  Also required are the ability to teach successfully, interest in productive scholarship or creative achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.

For Instructor designation:

A Master's degree in area(s) of expertise, and/or active progress toward a Doctorate, or equivalent as noted below.  Also required are the ability to teach successfully, interest in productive scholarship or creative achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.  

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS 

Required Qualifications

Instructor:  A.L.A. accredited master's degree in library and information science

Assistant Professor:  A.L.A. accredited master's degree in library and information science and a second master's degree in a subject area or a Ph.D.

All candidates:  teaching and reference services experience; one or more years of related professional work experience, preferably in an academic library; excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills; a commitment to innovative and effective user-centered services; knowledge of current trends in information and educational technologies; and superior oral and written communication skills.  The successful candidate will show evidence of productive teamwork, creativity, initiative, flexibility, and ability to work with diverse populations.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in online instruction or e-learning, preferably in a higher education context; experience with instructional design, digital video, podcasting.  Familiarity with either screencasting tools, preferably Camtasia or Adobe Captivate.  Knowledge of virtual reference, social networking strategies, and Web 2.0 technologies.  Undergraduate or second Master's degree in Science, Engineering, or Business.  

COMPENSATION 

Commensurate with qualifications and experience.  

BENEFITS 

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans.  Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.  

HOW TO APPLY 

To apply, please log on to www.cuny.edu.  Navigate to Employment, click on application for employment, and then log into the applicant tracking program Job Postings on CUNY First. Current users of the site should access their established accounts; new users should click on the appropriate link to register. Applications should be submitted through CUNY First. Applicants must attach a cover letter, and resume or curriculum vitae. Resume, cover letter, and any supporting documents should be uploaded as a single document. Please follow instructions under How to Apply Online.  

JOB SEARCH CATEGORY 

CUNY Job Posting: Faculty 

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY 

We are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply.  We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer. 

Information Services Librarian

ARIZONA HEALTH SCIENCES LIBRARY AT THE UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA IN TUCSON

The Arizona Health Sciences Library (AHSL) at the University of Arizona in Tucson is seeking an Information Services Librarian to work in partnership with other librarians, staff and clientele as the liaison librarian to the College of Medicine. The College of Medicine liaison librarian will develop and deliver information services and instructional programming primarily for College of Medicine faculty, students, trainees and researchers. Position also involves working with the Interprofessional Education Program, developing curriculum materials and conducting literature research.  This is full-time, twelve-month, year to year appointment. If you are energetic, creative and service-oriented, interested in collaboration, teamwork, teaching and innovation, we want to hear from you! Application information (including a more complete position description) can be found at www.uacareertrack.com (job # 49367). Review of applications begins on January 27, 2012. Salary dependent on experience and advanced degrees. Benefit information and other advantages of working at the University of Arizona are located at www.hr.arizona.edu . Information about the library is available at http://www.ahsl.arizona.edu.

For more information about the position, contact Sandra Kramer, Assistant Director for Services and Search Committee Chair, skramer@ahsl.arizona.edu, 520-626-6438.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, the University of Arizona recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds.

The University of Arizona is an EEO/AA Employer – M/W/D/V.

Resource Sharing and Reserve Librarian

Northwestern University Library seeks a Resource Sharing and Reserve Librarian to provide oversight and management of interlibrary loan, the library’s “article scan and deliver” service, UBorrow (a new resource sharing initiative of the CIC), and electronic and print course reserve services of the access services department. Works with the staff to plan, recommend, and implement improvements to these core services. Leads in promotion and assessment of these services. Serves as a resource for questions related to copyright and other policies and practices affecting service. Works closely with the department head and other departmental supervisors to plan and implement seamless services and resource delivery with a user focus in pursuit of divisional, library, and university goals.

QUALIFICATIONS INCLUDE: Master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited institution or equivalent combination of education and relevant library experience. Experience in access services in an academic or research library. Demonstrated technological skills.  Proven service orientation. Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work effectively with all levels of library users and colleagues. Demonstrated initiative and flexibility; ability to work both independently and collaboratively. Commitment to ongoing professional development. For more information, go to http://www.library.northwestern.edu/about/library-administration/jobs. 

TO APPLY:  Send letter of application, resume or vita, and names of three references to the attention of Roxanne Sellberg, Associate University Librarian for Administrative Services, electronically to library-personnel@northwestern.edu. Applications received by February 20, 2012 will receive first consideration. Northwestern University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Employment eligibility verification required upon hire

Coordinator of Library Instruction, Assistant Professor to Associate Professor

 Long Island University/Brooklyn Campus Library

Description:  Develop, coordinate and teach library instruction within the Core Curriculum and the majors, emphasizing curriculum-integrated research skills within the Schools of Arts & Sciences, Business, Education, Health Professions, Nursing, and Pharmacy. Coordinate the library instruction schedule and programs to assess library instruction and student learning outcomes. Train faculty in library resources and instructional technology, collaborating with teaching faculty across the curriculum. Create guides, web tools, and tutorials. Provide reference services. Participate in collection development in all formats.

This is a tenure-track faculty position reporting to the Coordinator of Reference Services.  The start date will be September 1, 2012.

Qualifications:  MLS degree from an ALA-accredited institution and at least three years’ professional experience providing instruction in academic libraries. Second subject master's degree or 30 additional graduate credits. Excellent instructional skills and ability to adapt to varying learning styles. Demonstrated expertise integrating technology with pedagogy and developing evaluative tools. Strong service orientation. Experience in training faculty and with information literacy outcomes assessment projects. Strong database skills and web experience. Subject strengths in curriculum areas. Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal skills.

To apply:  Please send resume, letter addressing qualifications, and names and contact information of three references (not letters) to: libraryjobs@brooklyn.liu.edu, or mail to Library Dean’s Office, LLC Room 517, Long Island University, 1 University Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11201.

Long Island University offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous retirement plan, and paid research time.

Long Island University is the seventh largest private university in the U.S. It is recognized for its strengths in the liberal arts and sciences, health sciences, and library and information science. The Brooklyn Campus, an urban oasis located in vibrant downtown Brooklyn, is within easy commuting distance of many charming residential neighborhoods and is one train stop from Manhattan. The campus enrolls more than 11,000 students pursuing undergraduate and graduate (including doctoral) degrees, in the various colleges: Arts and Sciences, Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Education, Health Professions, Nursing, Business and Public Administration. With a staff exceeding 40, the library contains 265,000 books, 500 periodical subscriptions, 8,700 audiovisual items, more than 50,000 ebooks and over 300 databases providing access to tens of thousands of electronic resources. LIU is an EEO/AA employer. Please visit our website at www.brooklyn.liu.edu/library/.

Reference & Instruction Librarian (Evening & Weekend), Assistant Professor to Associate Professor

 Long Island University / Brooklyn Campus Library

Description:

This is a tenure-track faculty position which includes extensive instruction and reference responsibilities in a fast-paced, technology-driven environment. The Reference & Instruction Librarian (Evening and Weekend) will provide reference services including some weekends and evenings (2:00 pm to 10:00 pm). The successful candidate will have a thorough grounding in traditional library services, the teaching skills necessary to create and deliver a wide range of information literacy instruction sessions, as well as experience in the application of digital and emerging technologies to support teaching and learning. The successful candidate will provide a high level of reference service, teach classes in the Library’s information literacy and curriculum-integrated instruction programs, and demonstrate commitment to user-centered service. The successful candidate will participate in planning, collection development, outcomes assessment, committees and professional development.

Qualifications:  

MLS degree from an ALA-accredited institution and at least three years’ reference and instructional experience, preferably in an academic library. Strong service orientation. Ability to work collaboratively with teaching and library faculty. Excellent written and oral communication skills. The successful candidate will work with a diverse range of people, will work both independently and in a team environment, and will work some evenings and weekends. Thirty additional graduate credits beyond the MLS (required for assistant professor appointment) or second master’s.

To apply:

Please send resume, letter addressing qualifications, and names and contact information of three references (not letters) to: libraryjobs@brooklyn.liu.edu, or mail to Library Dean’s Office, LLC Room 517, Long Island University, 1 University Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11201.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. This is a tenure-track position. Long Island University offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including a generous retirement plan, and paid research time.

LIU is the seventh largest private university in the U.S. It is recognized for its strength in the liberal arts and sciences, health sciences, and library and information science. The Brooklyn Campus, an urban oasis located in vibrant downtown Brooklyn, is easy commuting distance to many charming residential neighborhoods and is one train stop from Manhattan. The campus enrolls more than 11,000 students pursuing undergraduate and graduate (including doctoral) degrees in the various colleges: Arts and Sciences, Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Education, Health Professions, Nursing, Business and Public Administration. With a staff exceeding 40, the library contains 265,000 books, 500 periodical subscriptions, 8,700 audiovisual items, more than 50,000 ebooks and over 300 databases providing access to tens of thousands of electronic resources. LIU is an EEO/AA employer. Please visit our website at www.brooklyn.liu.edu/library/.

Department Head, Digital Library Services

Georgia State University Library seeks an enthusiastic, collegial, service-oriented and dynamic head of Digital Library Services who will provide leadership and management for web services, network and desktop systems, and digital initiatives. The Digital Library Services Department Head, reporting to the Associate Dean, Digital Library Services and Special Collections, leads a department consisting of two library faculty and five staff members, and serves on the library administrative team that provides overall direction for the library in fulfilling the research, teaching, and service mission of the University.

The department head sets direction for the library’s technology environment and services through strategic planning, resource allocation and management, assessment, and policy development. S/he encourages creativity in digital and information technology initiatives that respond to and anticipate user needs and ensures that the library’s technology programs, services, and infrastructure are responsive to the academic needs of the Georgia State University community.

• Plans, organizes, prioritizes, and reports on the work of the department
• Prepares or reviews annual budget and identifies resource requirements for short-term and long-term projects to ensure adequate support
• Provides leadership in development of digital and information technology initiatives and web-based services
• Leads in the development of a content digitization, storage, and access strategy
• Leads cross-functional projects to ensure goals and projects are completed according to scope, timeline and budget
• Creates and articulates an evolving technology strategy, with ongoing input from key stakeholders at all levels of the organization and throughout the University
• Maintains current awareness of digital library technologies;
• Contributes to and actively participates in local, national, and international meetings and organizations to stay abreast of library technology developments and trends and to promote Georgia State University Libraries.

For additional information about the Georgia State University Library: http://www.library.gsu.edu

Qualifications:

REQUIRED: ALA-accredited Master’s degree, or a terminal degree in a relevant area or discipline. Five years of increasingly responsible experience in management of information technology and technology services with at least 3 years in an academic library or college or university setting. Supervisory experience. Ability to think critically and analytically. Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work in a collegial and collaborative environment. Commitment to user-oriented service. Evidence of professional activity and scholarship appropriate for faculty appointment at assistant professor level or above.

PREFERRED: Demonstrated experience as an effective project manager. Knowledge of and experience with network and storage architectures, systems administration, web services and integration of technology systems and services. Familiarity with best practices, standards, and trends in the application of technology in libraries.

Salary and Rank

$65,000-$75,000 for 12 months commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. Appointment at a faculty rank, on a contract renewal basis.

Submit a cover letter addressing the above qualifications; resume; name, address and phone number of three references, including immediate supervisor. Review of materials will begin March 1, 2012 and continue until the position is filled. Send materials to:

Human Resources Coordinator

0BUniversity Library

Georgia State University

100 Decatur Street, SE, Atlanta, GA 30303-3202

(404) 413-2700

liblao@gsu.edu

Georgia State University is an equal opportunity educational institution/affirmative action employer strongly committed to cultural diversity.