Business Reference & Instruction Librarian

Position Description: Reporting to the Head, Marvin A. Pomerantz Business Library, this position supports the education and outreach endeavors of the Business Library to the Tippie College of Business and the University of Iowa community.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Plan and deliver reference, instruction, and liaison services to business library clientele;
• Cultivate relationships with faculty and researchers to identify opportunities for library partnerships;
• Investigate emerging technologies and work with others to develop and revise programs to respond to the changing information needs of patrons;
• Participate as a member of a team that plans, develops, and evaluates collections and services supporting instruction and research;
• Serve on library committees and contribute to and learn from the profession through such avenues as local, state and national professional organizations and publications.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library science program;
• Subject background in business and/or knowledge of business information sources and emerging trends in business librarianship
• Demonstrated ability to successfully work in a team environment;
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills;
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity in the workplace or community;
• Demonstrated interest in professional development and contribution.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience providing reference, research and instructional services in an academic business library;
• Demonstrated skill in using business information resources;
• Ability to efficiently manage multiple projects and priorities;
• Demonstrated ability to work creatively in a rapidly changing environment;
• Experience developing class and subject guides, such as LibGuides;
• Experience with course management software, web design software and tutorial creation tools;
• General understanding of the mission and functions of a research library and the information needs of academic users;
• Familiarity with methods and techniques for user education and collection development.

Universal Competencies

• Positive Impact/Achieving Results: Ability to utilize existing resources and learning to achieve or exceed desired outcomes of current and future organizational goals/needs. Ability to demonstrate ethical behavior in diverse situations while producing results.
• Service Excellence/Customer Focus: Ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner. Ability to effectively transmit and interpret information through appropriate communication with internal and external customers.
• Collaboration and Embracing Diversity: Ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and civil manner while appreciating the unique contribution of individuals from varied cultures, nationalities, genders, ages, etc.

Library systems are built on a mix of open source, locally developed, hosted services, and vended applications primarily from Ex Libris, OCLC, and Microsoft. The University of Iowa is a member of the Committee on Institutional Cooperation (CIC), ARL, OCLC, CRL, SPARC, CNI, CLIR, LOCKSS, CLOCKSS, and Portico. The Libraries provides a program of support for professional development activities and its staff members are actively engaged in national cooperative efforts.

The University and Iowa City: A major research and teaching institution, the University of Iowa offers internationally recognized programs in a diverse array of academic, medical, and artistic disciplines, from otolaryngology to fiction writing, printmaking to space science, hydraulic engineering to dance. The University consists of a faculty of 2,000 and a permanent staff of 13,000 serving 30,500 students, more than 40% of whom are from out of state and close to 10,000 of whom are registered in graduate and professional degree programs. Approximately 9% of the University’s faculty and staff and 10% of its student body are members of minority groups, and 8% of the students are from foreign countries.

The University of Iowa is home to the Writers’ Workshop, the oldest graduate creative writing program in the country, and the blueprint for many of the creative writing programs that now thrive on campuses worldwide. It is also home to the International Writing Program where, since 1967, over a thousand writers from more than 120 countries have participated. The University has recently instituted a program in creative writing in Spanish. In 2008, UNESCO designated Iowa City as a world City of Literature.

Iowa City is a community of some 68,000 people (more than 150,000 live in the surrounding area) with excellent educational, recreational, and cultural advantages. It is consistently cited in the national media as a city with an excellent quality of life. The city is readily accessible via interstate highways and a major airport is only 30 minutes away. The community is growing in its diversity; within the Iowa City Community School District, 33% of the students are minority, with 17% identifying as African-American, 9% as Latino/Hispanic, 7% as Asian-American, and .4% as Native American during the 2011/12 school year.

Salary and appointment: Appointment will be made at the Librarian level with a salary range of $43,000 - $46,000, depending on qualifications. Start date is negotiable. The University of Iowa offers an attractive package of benefits including 24 days of paid vacation per year, your choice between two retirement plans and two University of Iowa health insurance plans, dental insurance, pre-tax child and health care spending accounts, and additional options.

Application Procedure: To apply for this position, please visit the University of Iowa Jobs@UIOWA website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu. To help facilitate your application process, note the requisition number 62937. Applications must be received by August 1, 2013.

THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. WOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

For more information about the University of Iowa Libraries and community, please see http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/about/employment/

Outreach & Inclusion Reference & Instruction Librarian

The EWU Libraries at Eastern Washington University invites applications for a tenure track faculty position to begin in 2013. Position is available now.

This position is an 11-months per year, tenure-track library faculty appointment to perform professional responsibilities in librarianship, scholarship, and service. Responsibilities in librarianship will focus on reference and instruction activities at the JFK Library, Cheney campus, with liaison responsibilities to Race and Culture Studies, Women and Gender Studies, and other student support services.

Position Responsibilities include:

* Develop and implement outreach strategies to EWU's academic programs in collaboration with deans and faculty, Disability Support Services, the Office of Global Initiatives, the Pride Center, and other constituents who play key roles in supporting the Diversity Initiative and incorporating global perspectives into the curriculum.

* Educate and inform the EWU community through collaborative efforts on issues and opportunities related to diversity. Recommend initiatives that will develop a culture which embraces a broad definition of diversity and respect for our differences, including the use of exhibits, programs, and outreach efforts.

* Identify core competencies that librarians can incorporate into instruction and to embed diversity into the curriculum. Provide knowledge of diversity resources for EWU faculty, staff and students.

* Make recommendations for reinforcing a diversity perspective in all areas of the library's policies and procedures. Develop knowledge of internal and external requirements for EWU to ensure support for diversity and inclusion in accordance with University policy.

* Maintain relationships with key University and regional diversity resources.

* Work directly with the library student liaison to guide and promote outreach efforts.

* Provide reference and instruction services using resources that support diversity as it is broadly defined; such as multiculturalism, international studies, ethnic studies programs, and Disability Support Services. Serve as the library liaison to the Race and Culture Studies, Women and Gender Studies, and other student support services.

* Promote awareness of diversity resources within the library and develop library Web pages.

* Provide general assistance to all library patrons at the reference desk and online as scheduled. May be scheduled to work weekends or evenings.

* Assist all instruction librarians in supporting diversity. Prepare user guides, training materials, and programs to enhance instruction.

* Participate in instruction in English Composition program
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* Participate in library and university committees, governance, and working groups.

* Assist with the ongoing development of the library's Web site.

* Collaborate with a variety of colleagues and clients across the university and the region.

Position is open until further notice; screening will begin mid-July 2013. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.

Eastern Washington University is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, staff, students, and academic program offerings and to strengthening sensitivity to diversity throughout the institution. Eastern Washington University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged.

Required Qualifications:

• MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution.
• Minimum 3 years of successful professional library experience.
• Ability to meet tenure requirements as outlined in library policies and procedures.
• Commitment to engage in continuing professional development.
• Demonstrated cultural competence, success working with diverse populations, and a commitment to the tenets of diversity and inclusion.
• Education or experience in multicultural or ethnic studies, international studies, or related field.
• Strong commitment to customer service.
• Demonstrated success in building relationships with constituent groups. Ability to collaborate effectively.
• Demonstrated reference and instruction skills, and the ability to use online and print resources effectively.
• Demonstrated high level of written and oral communication, organizational and problem-solving skills, and aptitude for detail-oriented work.
• Exposure to and awareness of assistive technologies.
• Adeptness at working in a technological and rapidly changing academic library environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Fluency in a second language.
• Experience with using assistive technologies.
• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in another subject specialty.
  
  

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Executive Director

The Research Collections and Preservation Consortium (ReCAP), the country’s largest offsite library shelving facility, is jointly owned and operated by Columbia University, The New York Public Library, and Princeton University. ReCAP’s Board of Trustees is seeking an Executive Director to manage the facility and to work with the Board in planning for the growth of collaborative activities, positioning ReCAP to play a leadership role in a network of shared print repositories and implementing technical innovations to improve cross-institutional sharing and management of collections.

ReCAP occupies seven high-density, environmentally-controlled shelving modules capable of housing 18,000,000 items; it is staffed by 20 employees and is located on Princeton University’s Forrestal campus. ReCAP’s current holdings number over 10,000,000; roughly 150,000 items are trucked, mailed, or delivered electronically to users every year. For more information on ReCAP, see http://recap.princeton.edu

Major Responsibilities: The Executive Director’s responsibilities include working with the Board and ReCAP staff, and with staff at partner libraries, on planning and operational issues and service improvements; acting as spokesperson for the facility; leading the staff; developing and managing the budget; overseeing the technology system and website; managing construction and renovation projects; and ensuring that ReCAP’s operation meets the expectations of the three partner libraries and their users.

The successful candidate will be a creative problem-solver who is skilled in fostering teamwork and who enjoys planning for the future. He or she will be a results-oriented self-starter who builds relationships easily with a wide variety of librarians, vendors, and visitors.

Essential Qualifications:

• A bachelor’s degree and five or more years of progressively responsible management experience in a library and/or a library storage facility.
• Familiarity with basic research library operations such as collection development, preservation, technical services, and delivery and interlibrary services.
• Three or more years of experience leading staff, and demonstrated team-building skills, including the ability to motivate, develop, and mentor others.
• Strong record of outstanding service delivery.
• Demonstrated strong consulting, negotiation, problem resolution, mediation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in collecting, analyzing, and interpreting data and information.
• Demonstrated ability to create and manage budgets, and familiarity with processes for procurement, billing, and invoicing. Proficiency with office productivity software, including but not limited to spreadsheet, word processing, database management, and other office administrative software.
• Experience with project management.

Preferred Qualifications: ALA-accredited master’s degree, M.B.A., or a master’s degree in a relevant subject area.

Compensation and Benefits: Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience and accomplishments. The Executive Director participates in Princeton’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes health and life insurance coverage, pension benefits, flexible spending accounts, income protection in the event of short- and long-term disabilities, benefits for employee education, children's tuition grants, as well as 24 vacation days a year, 9 holidays and 2 personal days.

Nominations and Applications: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications will be accepted only from the Jobs at Princeton website: http://www.princeton.edu/jobs and must include a resume, cover letter, and a list of three references with full contact information

Collection Management Librarian

The EWU Libraries at Eastern Washington University invites applications for a tenure track faculty position to begin in 2013. Position is available now.

This position is an 11-month tenure-track library faculty appointment to perform professional responsibilities in librarianship, scholarship, and service. Responsibilities in librarianship will focus on leadership and coordination for all collection activities, including policy development, planning, budget management, promotion, analysis, and asssessment. The CM Librarian develops and evaluates methods of resource selection and use assessment to support student learning in campus-based, online/hybrid, and distance education courses in a wide range of academic programs.

Major responsibilities include:

• Provides leadership, coordination, and support for the creation, assessment, and analysis of the Libraries' collection policies and activities
• Develops qualitative and quantitative methods of assessing the value and effectiveness of the Libraries' collections in supporting academic programs and University strategic priorities
• Organizes usage and other collection-related data, statistics, and analysis, providing centralized access to this information for use in decision-making
• Communicates and consults with liaison librarians and department faculty throughout the University to develop collections supporting the range of disciplines and course delivery methods
• Works with the Acquisitions/Electronic Resources Librarian and the Libraries' Budget Manager to allocate, manage, monitor, and analyze library allocations and funds
• Participates and provides leadership in cooperative collection activities with state and regional consortia, particularly the Orbis Cascade Alliance and the Washington Cooperative Library Program
• Promotes awareness of library collections and collection-related services to University sites, programs, students, and faculty
• Actively engages with EWU faculty and students to identify and meet their information, teaching, research, and scholarly communication needs in an evolving information environment
• Works collaboratively to integrate library resources in all formats into library discovery systems
• Participates in library committees, governance and working groups
• Participates in professional development, research, and service activities as defined in the Library Faculty Policies & Procedures, Part VII of the EWU Library Plan, available at http://www.ewu.edu/Library/About-Us/Library-Policies.xml or http://www.ewu.edu/Documents/Library/TheLibraryPlan%202000-2005.pdf

Position is open until further notice; screening will begin mid-July. All materials will be held in strictest confidence; references will not be contacted until candidates have been notified.

Eastern Washington University is committed to increasing the diversity of its faculty, staff, students, and academic program offerings and to strengthening sensitivity to diversity throughout the institution. Eastern Washington University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer, and applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT AS LIBRARIAN II:

- Holds a MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited program
- Meets qualifications for a Librarian II or Librarian III position and has the ability to meet tenure requirements as defined in Library Faculty Policies & Procedures, Part VII of the EWU Library Plan, available at http://www.ewu.edu/Library/About-Us/Library-Policies.xml or http://www.ewu.edu/Documents/Library/TheLibraryPlan%202000-2005.pdf
- Minimum 3-5 years' professional experience working in a complex library environment that focuses on discovery and delivery of online and tangible resources
- Professional experience in collection management and development in an academic library
- Knowledge of collection budgets, funding models, and electronic resource licensing
- Knowledge of new and emerging models of acquiring, collecting, disseminating, and providing access to scholarly information
- Adeptness at working in a technological and rapidly changing academic library environment
- Demonstrated high level of written and oral communication, organizational, problem-solving, time-management, and planning skills
- Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships and collaborate effectively with a wide range of faculty, staff, and clients
- Demonstrated cultural competence and commitment to serving diverse populations
- Strong commitment to student academic success

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS FOR APPOINTMENT AS LIBRARIAN III:

Candidates considered for hiring in at the rank of Librarian III must meet the qualifications specified for the rank (see the Qualifications section), and the application of the candidate must have the support of the Dean of Libraries and the Library Faculty Personnel Committee.

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 in collection development and management.
• Bachelor's and/or Master's degree in another subject specialty.

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Data Services Librarian

UWM Libraries seeks an energetic, knowledgeable, and technologically capable individual to serve as a Data Services Librarian. This position supports the campus need to address quickly evolving data management processes. The successful candidate will play a leadership role creating a campus environment for successful discovery, use, and management of locally and externally available data especially in the areas of science and social science research. Duties include providing assistance to researchers who need help developing a data management plan, including data curation issues related to creation, documentation, and metadata standards; developing and promoting an understanding of the theory, principles, and evolving practice of scholarly communication; and developing library services to support the data curation needs of faculty, staff, and graduate researchers to meet the data management and sharing requirements of various funding agencies. This position reports to the Assistant Director of Libraries for User and Research Services.

Responsibilities:

• Reporting to the Team Leader, the Catalog/Metadata Librarian will work with team members to:
• Define, create and coordinate appropriate descriptive and subject access to the Libraries’ resources, performs original and complex copy cataloging and classification;
• Collaborate with MARC and non-MARC metadata creators on the team and throughout the UWM Libraries to ensure uniform application of standards for resource description, and provide interpretations of developments as they evolve;
• Assist with the application and interpretation of appropriate metadata schema to the Libraries’ resources;
• Maintain knowledge of current issues and trends in national and international resource description standards and emerging technologies, and is expected to participate and contribute to the profession;
• Participate in the documentation and implementation of local policies and procedures for resource description, and contribute to project management and planning cataloging and processing workflow;
• Participate in the training and supervision of interns, fieldworkers and student employees.

Qualifications:
Required

• Master’s Degree in Library and Information Science, or the equivalent from an ALA-accredited program
• Evidence of subject background and/or relevant experience in sciences, social sciences, or engineering
• Evidence of experience with or knowledge of data management and curation
• Demonstrated understanding of developments and trends in data services and tools
• Evidence of excellent organizational, communication and presentation skills

Preferred

• Advanced degree in sciences, social sciences, or engineering
• Experience with geospatial data
• Demonstrated understanding of metadata standards
• Demonstrated proficiency with current statistical packages
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills with the ability to effectively interact and work with diverse groups, including colleagues, faculty and students in collaborative and team environments

To apply:

Applicants must submit a letter of application, a current resume, transcripts, and names/addresses of three current professional references.

Apply at - https://jobs.uwm.edu/postings/15090

Applications must be received on or before 8-4-13.

Questions may be addressed to Craig Wesley, 414-229-6201 or email to wesleyc@uwm.edu.

If you need assistance, or accommodation in applying because of a disability, please contact uwm-jobs@uwm.edu or 414-229-4463. Employment opportunities will not be denied because of the need to make reasonable accommodations for a qualified individual’s disability.

UWM is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

Employment will require a criminal background check. For the UWM Campus Security Report see http://www.cleryact.uwm.edu

Positions Available at the University of Houston

BIOLOGY AND BIOCHEMISTRY LIBRARIAN - UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON LIBRARIES

Responsibilities: The University of Houston Libraries is seeking an innovative Liaison Librarian to the department of Biology and Biochemistry.  In addition to responsibilities for instruction, collection development, and outreach, the Biology and Biochemistry Librarian will be encouraged to develop new services to support faculty and graduate student research.     

Salary: $52,000 – $55,000 expected hiring range, depending on qualifications.

ENGLISH LIBRARIAN - UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON LIBRARIES

Responsibilities: The University of Houston Libraries seeks a dynamic candidate for the position of English Librarian.  The English Librarian will be responsible for collection development, instruction, outreach, and research support for the Department of English, which offers both undergraduate and graduate degree programs, including a nationally recognized Creative Writing Program, and encompasses a wide variety of faculty research areas. 

Salary: $50,000 – $53,000 expected hiring range, depending on qualifications.

Library Information:  The UH Libraries are a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the Greater Western Library Alliance, the Hathi Trust, the Council on Library and Information Resources, the Digital Library Federation, and the Texas Digital Library. 

For application instructions, as well as a complete position announcement and other available positions, please see:  http://info.lib.uh.edu/about/employment

THE UNIVERSITY OF HOUSTON IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.  MINORITIES, WOMEN, VETERANS AND PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.   

Music Librarian

The University of Iowa Libraries seeks an innovative Music Librarian to work within the context of the University of Iowa and the University of Iowa Libraries’ strategic plans and to collaborate with university faculty and staff to integrate and implement the best practices and most current technologies in support of student learning, the educational and enrichment programs of the School of Music, and faculty teaching and research. Specific responsibilities are:

• Develop and implement a vision for the Music Library that supports the School of Music’s vision for education, research and service
• Provide liaison services for the School of Music including reference, research, instruction, scholarly communications, data curation planning, and related responsibilities.
• Assist undergraduate and graduate students in the use and critical evaluation of information resources and necessary information management skills.
• Collaborate with library staff, School of Music leaders, campus facilities staff and architects on the planning of a new music library facility as part of the new School of Music building.
• Collect, manage and maintain music publications and resources in all formats.
• Supervise 1 support staff and various student employees, requiring competent and effective hiring, training, communication, coaching, performance management, conflict management, and recognition skills.
• Oversee the day-to day-operations of the Music Library including space planning, staffing and services such as reference, circulation, document delivery and reserves.
• Interact with appropriate Main Library personnel, Physical Plant Maintenance staff, and School of Music staff to maintain facilities and equipment for the use, preservation, and conservation of materials in the Music Library.
• Participate in University Library initiatives by serving on Library and University committees and contributing to other relevant activities and events such as strategic planning.
• Contribute to and learn from the profession through avenues such as regional, national, and international professional organizations and publications.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an ALA accredited Library Science program
• Master’s degree in Music
• Minimum three years post-MLS experience with two years’ experience in a music library
• Supervisory experience
• Experience in academic library reference and instruction
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity in the workplace or community
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated interest in professional development that will enhance the candidate’s value to the Libraries, the University, the profession, or the scholarly community

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ph.D. or DMA, in a discipline related to the functions of the Music Library
• Collection development experience
• Experience with digitizing music resources
• Budgetary experience
• Demonstrated ability to work creatively in a rapidly changing environment
• Demonstrated knowledge of or experience with emerging trends in librarianship
• Demonstrated ability to work productively and sensitively with library and university colleagues, faculty, students, researchers, and donors
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment where consultation, flexibility, collaboration and cooperation are essential

Universal Competencies

• Positive Impact/Achieving Results: Ability to utilize existing resources and learning to achieve or exceed desired outcomes of current and future organizational goals/needs. Able to demonstrate ethical behavior in diverse situations while producing results.
• Service Excellence/Customer Focus: Ability to meet or exceed customer service needs and expectations and provide excellent service in a direct or indirect manner. Ability to effectively transmit and interpret information through appropriate communication with internal and external customers.
• Collaboration and Embracing Diversity: Ability to work with a variety of individuals and groups in a constructive and civil manner while appreciating the unique contribution of individuals from varied cultures, nationalities, genders, ages, etc.

The University of Iowa Libraries: The University of Iowa Libraries system consists of the Main Library, the Hardin Library for the Health Sciences and a number of branch libraries. The Libraries has more than 5 million volumes including thousands of electronic resources and coordinates the development and maintenance of the University’s locally-created open access digital resources including the Iowa Digital Library, featuring close to a million digitized texts, images, and audio and video recordings, as well as Iowa Research Online, our institutional repository. Our Special Collections include over 200,000 rare books, ranging in age from the 15th century to newly created artists’ books.

Library systems are built on a mix of open source, locally developed, hosted services, and vended applications primarily from Ex Libris, OCLC, and Microsoft. The University of Iowa is a member of the Committee on Institutional Cooperation (CIC), ARL, OCLC, CRL, SPARC, CNI, CLIR, LOCKSS, CLOCKSS, and Portico. The Libraries provides a program of support for professional development activities and its staff members are actively engaged in national cooperative efforts.

The University and Iowa City: A major research and teaching institution, the University of Iowa offers internationally recognized programs in a diverse array of academic, medical, and artistic disciplines, from otolaryngology to fiction writing, printmaking to space science, hydraulic engineering to dance. The University consists of a faculty of 2,000 and a permanent staff of 13,000 serving 30,500 students, more than 40% of whom are from out of state and close to 10,000 of whom are registered in graduate and professional degree programs. Approximately 9% of the University’s faculty and staff and 10% of its student body are members of minority groups, and 8% of the students are from foreign countries.

The University of Iowa is home to the Writers’ Workshop, the oldest graduate creative writing program in the country, and the blueprint for many of the creative writing programs that now thrive on campuses worldwide. It is also home to the International Writing Program where, since 1967, over a thousand writers from more than 120 countries have participated. The University has recently instituted a program in creative writing in Spanish. In 2008, UNESCO designated Iowa City as a world City of Literature.

Iowa City is a community of some 68,000 people (more than 150,000 live in the surrounding area) with excellent educational, recreational, and cultural advantages. It is consistently cited in the national media as a city with an excellent quality of life. The city is readily accessible via interstate highways and a major airport is only 30 minutes away. The community is growing in its diversity; within the Iowa City Community School District, 33% of the students are minority, with 17% identifying as African-American, 9% as Latino/Hispanic, 7% as Asian-American, and .4% as Native American during the 2011/12 school year.

Salary and appointment: Start date is negotiable. Appointment will be made at the Specialist (II) or Expert (III) Librarian level, depending on qualifications. Salary ranges: Specialist Librarian $47,000 - $60,000; Expert Librarian $55,000 - $76,000. The University of Iowa offers an attractive package of benefits including 24 days of paid vacation per year, your choice between two retirement plans and two University of Iowa health insurance plans, dental insurance, pre-tax child and health care spending accounts, and additional options.

Application Procedure: To apply for this position, please visit the University of Iowa Jobs@UIOWA website at http://jobs.uiowa.edu. To help facilitate your application process, note the requisition number 62901. Applications must be received by July 25, 2013.

THE UNIVERSITY OF IOWA IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER. WOMEN AND MINORITIES ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY.

For more information about the University of Iowa Libraries and community, please see http://www.lib.uiowa.edu/about/employment/

Assistant Director for Information and Research Services

William Paterson University invites applications and nominations for the position of Assistant Director for Information and Research Services. Reporting to the Dean of Library Services, the Assistant Director provides leadership, vision and management of the Cheng Library’s instruction program and the Reference, Lending Services and Curriculum Materials departments. As a senior member of the library management team, the incumbent plays a critical role in strategic planning, assessment and collaboration with faculty and staff throughout the campus community. Working in a team environment, the incumbent coordinates the work of nine librarians and five support staff and is actively engaged in teaching, providing reference service, and participating as a collection development liaison to one or more academic departments.

The successful candidate is required to have earned an ALA-accredited master’s degree and a second master’s (or doctoral) degree in a field relevant to the University curriculum. Also required are a minimum of eight years of progressively responsible experience in an academic library setting, including supervisory and administrative experience; demonstrated excellence in teaching and in providing reference service; and demonstrated broad experience in library assessment practices, with particular expertise in assessing student learning outcomes. S/he will be a dynamic, user-oriented professional with demonstrated strong communication, analytical, interpersonal and leadership skills. S/he will demonstrate knowledge about best practices and current trends in academic library public services, and in using and integrating technology for the delivery of scholarly content and services.

Preference will be given to candidates who, in addition to meeting all required qualifications, have had front-line experience working in at least one other core area besides reference service, such as circulation, library instruction, curriculum materials or delivery of support for online education.

This is a tenure-track, twelve-month position at the concurrent academic rank of Professor in the Library. Salary and benefits are competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Interested candidates must send a letter of application, as well as a current resume and contact information for at least three (3) professional references to Dr. Anne Ciliberti, Dean of Library Services at librarysearch@wpunj.edu, (email submission preferred) or via mail to William Paterson University, 300 Pompton Road, Wayne, NJ 07470. Please reference Job Code in letter of application. A review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Appointment effective January 1, 2014. For additional information about the University please visit www.wpunj.edu .

William Paterson University is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity. Women, minorities, and members of under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.

Head, Facilities and Borrower Services

ANNE ARUNDEL COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY invites applications for the position of Head, Facilities and Borrower Services – AACPL’s 15 branches serve 540,000+residents, with an annual circulation of over 4.8 million items. For more information about our services, visit our website at http://www.aacpl.net.

Salary range: $57,885 - $96,410 (Hiring range: $57,885 - $77,148)

Fulltime salary range is based on 37.5 hours/week

Excellent benefits package includes eligibility to earn up to 4 weeks of annual leave, starting with first year of employment.

Responsibilities include: Overseeing two areas for the Library System: facilities management and borrower services. Work involves supervision of the Maintenance Department at Library Headquarters with responsibility for system-wide building maintenance and delivery; oversight of circulation policies and procedures; coordination of the Library’s safety program; and other duties as assigned, including tasks related to the Library’s capital building program and strategic plan. See attached job description for position responsibilities and additional job requirements.

Minimum Qualifications: Possession of a Master’s Degree in Library Science from an American Library Association-accredited program plus two years of professional experience and some experience in personnel supervision, training and development, automated circulation systems, library buildings and maintenance, the daily operating procedures of a large public library system, and the strategic planning process.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENT: Ability to secure certification as a Professional Public Librarian in the State of Maryland within 120 days following appointment; ability to meet re-certification requirements by completing 90 hours of training every 5 years.

TO APPLY: Send cover letter, resume and completed AACPL Employment Application Form to Ms. Terry Bowen at humanresources@aacpl.net. All required application materials must be received no later than 4:00 p.m. July 15, 2013.

To download the AACPL employment application form (Library Information/ Job &Volunteer Opportunities) visit our website at http://www.aacpl.net

TIMETABLE: Candidates selected for an interview will be contacted no later than July 19, 2013. Interviews will be scheduled the week of July 22, 2013. Target start date is August 26, 2013.

Anne Arundel County Public Library is committed to diversity in the workplace. Anne Arundel County Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Library’s policy is to treat all applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, national or ancestral origin, sexual orientation, and/or disability in accordance with applicable laws. If you need assistance with any aspect of the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office at 410-222-7107, (www.mdrelay.org).

Assistant Director, EPA Library

The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Information and Library Science (SILS) holds the contract to provide library services for the US Environmental Protection Agency in Research Triangle Park. The Assistant Director works closely with the EPA Library Director on all facets of overall management of the library. The Assistant Director coordinates and conducts online literature searching, trains and supervises library personnel and the reference and online searching interns, maintains the library web page, and coordinates library orientation and user education programs. In collaboration with the Library Director, the Assistant Director helps promote awareness of library services to ensure maximum utilization of all resources. The Assistant Director reports to the EPA Library Director.

An ALA-accredited Master's degree in Library Science is required.

The successful candidate will have at least five (5) years experience in a scientific/technical library at a professional level; demonstrated science and technical subject knowledge (environmental, biomedical, or engineering) and experience with relevant print and online resources; ability to provide complex information searches using both free and subscription resources; experience teaching, training or providing instruction; supervisory experience; interpersonal and communications skills; time management and problem solving skills; strong commitment to public service; possess the ability to be an innovative participant in a team-oriented environment and genuine interest in working closely with and mentoring students. The preferred candidate will have a science background; familiar with government documents, business or chemistry information; demonstrated commitment to continued professional development; experience using Dialog, Web of Science or STN; experience using EndNote or other citation management tools; experience using SharePoint and demonstrated proficiency with web page design and maintenance.

The selected candidate will be responsible for his/her own relocation expenses. Salary is dependent upon qualifications. The application deadline for this position is July 31, 2013. Applicants may submit a cover letter, CV/Resume, and a list of three (3) references at http://unc.peopleadmin.com/postings/26180.

Head of Interlibrary Services

The First Review Date for this job is: June 12, 2013

Deadline to Apply: July 12, 2013

Departmental Overview

The Interlibrary Services Department (ILS) of the UC Berkeley Library handles the borrowing and lending of library materials with other institutions in order to best support researchers in all fields and languages. Clientele are faculty, staff, students and independent researchers from the UC Berkeley and around the world. ILS consists of 13 FTE staff plus student library employees supporting three units: Interlibrary Borrowing, Interlibrary Lending and Photoduplication, and the Baker Document Delivery Service. In addition to the standard suite of software used by most library staff, ILS uses specialized equipment and software to receive, send, fill, deliver and track interlibrary loan and document delivery requests, as well as payments owed or collected. Specialized software includes: Virtual Document Exchange (VDX); CLIO; OCLC World Resource Sharing (WRS); CDL’s MELVYL Request System; ARIEL; OCLC’s Interlibrary Fee Management System (IFM); and special programs developed to allow efficient downloading, transcription and document storage. Specialized equipment includes a number of planetary and “feeder” scanners, electric carts, and digital fax machines. The Head of Interlibrary Services reports directly to the Associate University Librarian for Digital Initiatives & Collaborative Services, and works with that AUL’s management team to guide and coordinate the strategic directions, programs, services, facilities, and policies. Managers are committed to supporting staff development and fostering an environment of collaboration, creative thinking, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manages the operations of UC Berkeley’s interlibrary/resource sharing and document delivery services, ensuring efficient centralized operations for the Library through leadership, direction and management.
• Directly supervises professional staff and provides managerial support and guidance to a department with approximately 13 FTE including several staff and student supervisors.
• Manages and oversees, through unit managers and other staff, the accountability and stewardship of campus financial resources in a manner consistent with campus and System-wide compliance goals and objectives, meeting all university reporting and record retention requirements.
• Develops and administers policies, services, and programs which have a large impact on campus and the UC System.
• Determines staffing levels and mixture of staff and students to realize optimal efficiencies and cost effectiveness.
• Manages all aspects of UC Berkeley’s compliance with interlibrary loan (ILL) codes, laws and regulations, as well as cooperative agreements between UC Berkeley and other libraries (domestic and foreign).
• Represents the UC Berkeley Library perspective with other units on campus, System-wide, nationally and internationally around relevant issues in resource sharing (user-centric policies, licensing and legislation, technology development, etc).
• Participates as a member of the AUL’s management team in developing policies, procedures, services, human resources, operational, budgetary and facilities issues to create consistency, service excellence and ongoing improvement across departments.
• Serves as leader for special initiatives and projects which are high priority for the Library.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of 4 years demonstrated, effective supervisory experience (including hiring, training, supervising, delegating, evaluating and motivating staff).
• Strong management skills including demonstrated skills in decision-making, leadership,initiative, and problem-solving.
• Experience providing interlibrary loan and/or document delivery service in an academic library 
• Experience with software and hardware used in interlibrary loan and document delivery services (e.g. OCLC , WCRS or WorldShare, VDX, Illiad, Ariel, OCLC Article Exchange, scanners).
• Advanced knowledge of interlibrary loan and document delivery operations and best practices, electronic delivery services, and bibliographic searching.
• Familiarity with licensing, intellectual property issues, and copyright law as it relates to interlibrary loan and document delivery.
• Strong, demonstrated commitment to public services and improving the user experience.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, problem solving, interpersonal, and communication skills.
• Expert skill in analyzing, and presenting financial and operational data.
• Demonstrated initiative, flexibility, and ability to work creatively and effectively both independently and as a team member.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse staff and campus user communities.
• Capacity to thrive in an environment of change and respond effectively to shifting needs and priorities.

Salary and Benefits

Monthly: $4,250 - $6,308 Annual: $51,000 - $75,700

For information on the comprehensive benefits package offered by the University visit:

http://atyourservice.ucop.edu/forms_pubs/misc/benefits_of_belonging.pdf

How to Apply

Please submit your cover letter and resume as a single attachment to http://jobs.berkeley.edu/job-listings.html.

(Please search for the job posting using the job ID# 15917)

Criminal Background Check

This position has been designated as sensitive and may require a Criminal Background Check. We reserve the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of a Criminal Background Check.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Assistant Manager, Access Services

The Assistant Manager, Access Services hires, schedules, trains, and evaluates the Student Information Assistants. Responsible for coordinating and participating in the training of student employees. In addition, the Assistant Manager is responsible for assisting in the operation of the Horn Library Information Desk.

• Provides basic reference assistance to library’s customers using a variety of print and electronic resources.
• Hires, schedules, and evaluates 20-35 student employees. Maintains organizational tools to manage student employees, particularly Blackboard.
• Coordinates and participates in training Student Information Assistants in circulation/reserves procedures as well as training in library resources. Delivers both online and in-person training modules.
• Participates in and coordinates the activities of Student Information Assistants to perform stacks maintenance functions. Evaluates and recognizes student performance.
• Supervises the operation of Horn Library Information Desks.
• Provides basic reference assistance with research in all formats and media to students, faculty, alumni, local business people, and residents using library resources. Refers to instructional librarians if necessary.
• Communicates and enforces library policies and procedures to students, faculty, staff, and the public.
• Troubleshoots and performs maintenance and minor repairs of A/V equipment and computer hardware. Coordinates complex repairs with the appropriate person within ITSD, taking ownership until resolution, and communicates as needed with members of the Access Services department.
• Checks in/out and renews library materials, registers patrons, and collects fines using automated system (Millennium).
• Participates in the course reserves workflow as necessary.
• Assumes additional responsibilities as required.

Job Requirements

• Minimum level of education required: Bachelor’s Degree; some work towards MLS preferred
• At least 1-3 years of experience
• Schedule: Tuesday-Thursday 10:00am-5:00pm, Friday 12pm-7:30 pm, Saturday 8:30am-5:30pm
• Ability to file, shelve, and retrieve library materials 
• Ability to do light lifting required (50 pounds and under)

Competencies:

• Communication
• Customer service orientation
• Teamwork
• Continuous improvement
• Technology
• Conceptual thinking
• Self-management
• Empowerment

Interested candidates should apply via our website https://babson.peopleadmin.com

Babson College is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to enhancing diversity across all levels of the College. Candidates who believe they can contribute to this value are strongly encouraged to apply.

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