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1. [sla-dmah] FWD: Curator, Ohio Historical Society, Columbus, Ohio ------------------------------ 2. Position Available - Branch Manager ------------ 3. Positions available at the University at Buffalo Libraries 4. Position Announcement, Digital Initiatives Metadata Librarian 5.Job Announcement: Cataloger for ongoing part-time position (Pasadena, CA) Elizabeth Nelson <[log in to unmask]> The Ohio Historical Society seeks applications for the position of Curator I in the Curatorial Services Department. Responsibilities include evaluating and recommending potential acquisitions; cataloging; researching collections and communicating findings through reports and other publications; responding to inquiries from scholars, professionals, and the public; planning and participating in educational programs and exhibit development; assisting with the drafting of a collecting plan; and grant writing. Well-qualified candidates will have a master's degree in history, museum studies, or information science, plus one to three years' experience working with museum, archival, or library collections. Strong verbal and written communication skills are essential. The incumbent must be able to work well independently and as part of a team. Knowledge of Ohio history and prehistory is desirable, as is basic understanding of MARC cataloging. Minimum salary is $33,842 per year. Some evening and weekend hours will be required, as will occasional in-state travel. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but those received by May 15, 2009 will be given priority consideration. Please do not respond to this message. For more information and instructions for applying, go to http://www.ohiohistory.org/about/jobs/. The Ohio Historical Society is proud to be an equal opportunity employer! ------------------- POSITION AVAILABLE *Title:* Branch Manager *Location:*Watertown-Wilson County Library Watertown, TN *Supervisor: *Wilson County Library Board and Lebanon-Wilson County Library Director *Qualifications/Job Description:* *Education: *A high school education or equivalent is required, although a college degree is preferred. Must be willing to obtain a CPLM when offered by the State Library and Archives. Knowledge of automated office equipment with a willingness to be trained is desirable. Must have working knowledge of computers and software. The ability to deal effectively and courteously with the public consisting of all ages and personalities is required. *Experience:* Previous public library experience is required. *Position Summary: *The Branch Manager is responsible for the operation and administration of the assigned facility including supervising staff and volunteers; selecting, acquiring, cataloging, circulating, and weeding library materials; assisting patrons with locating materials and using various library equipment; promoting the library within the community including programs and newspaper articles; maintaining and organizing an appropriate stock inventory of reading and viewing materials; and maintaining an adequate stock inventory of supply items necessary for operating a public library. Dresses appropriately at all times while working in or representing the library. Full-time position (35 hours per week). *Physical:* The work environment consists primarily of indoor activities. Normal/corrected eyesight and hearing within normal range is required. Must be able to lift and carry books and/or cartons of books weighing up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis and must be able to lift and carry books up to 10 pounds on a regular basis. Stooping, bending and walking are required to restock shelves and to assist customers with finding their requested materials. Climbing is required on a regular basis through the use of movable step stools to reach books placed on higher shelves. *Essential Duties:* 1. Carries out the policies of the library as adopted by the Board. 2. Attends all Board meetings. 3. Selects and orders all books, and materials according to the Board’s Collection Development Policy. 4. Maintains accurate patron and statistical records and submits a variety of monthly and annual reports for the Board, Lebanon Library Director and the Highland Rim Regional Library. 5. Acts as public relations representative for the library, attending meetings, posting notices in newspapers, arranging programs as necessary. 6. Makes full use of regional and state library services to provide an appropriate stock of library materials to serve the needs of all library patrons. 7. Assists patrons in the use of the full range of library services, materials and information resources. 8. Accepts and acknowledges memorials, gifts and donations to the library through personal contact or mail. 9. Assists patrons and the public with reference services as needed. 10. Maintains the facility in a neat and attractive appearance; decorates the library for special occasions and informational items. 11. Follows legal, professional, and ethical practices when making decisions and carrying out responsibilities. 12. Has knowledge of all circulation desk functions. 13. Assists with shelving and re-shelving books and other circulating materials. 14. Answers phone routinely. 15. Informs customers of status of overdue materials and availability of requested books. 16. Accepts and processes interlibrary loans for customers. 17. Accepts payments for overdue materials, memorial gifts, lost books, use of library equipment, and sale books; maintains fine logs and prepares overdue notices. 18. Assists in training and monitoring staff. 19. Performs data entry and processing of new materials. 20. Responsible for all Children’s Programs including Summer Reading Program. 21. Performs other related duties as required by circumstances or the library director. This Position Description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Library Board reserves the right to revise or change position duties as the need arises and reserves the right to change position descriptions, position duties, or working schedules where appropriate and reasonable to accommodate individuals with disabilities. * Salary:* Salary commensurate with experience. Resumes will be accepted until May 5, 2009. Please send all resumes and correspondence to: Wilson County Library System Attn: Alesia Burnley, Director 108 S. Hatton Ave. Lebanon, TN 37087 -------------- Date: Mon, 20 Apr 2009 07:46:11 -0400 From: Tina Kussey <[log in to unmask]> <[log in to unmask]> Subject: Position Announcement, Digital Initiatives Metadata Librarian Digital Initiatives Metadata Librarian /Library Assistant Professor - University of Vermont Libraries The University of Vermont Libraries' Center for Digital Initiatives (CDI, http://cdi.uvm.edu/) seeks a detail-oriented, innovative, and energetic librarian for the position of Digital Initiatives Metadata Librarian. The Institute for Museum and Library Services has recently awarded the University of Vermont a 24-month grant to continue development of the Libraries' digital initiatives. The main goal of this grant is to build a user community for the CDI that will engage as active participants in the development of the CDI and the content and services it provides. The Digital Initiatives Metadata Librarian will provide expertise and leadership in the creation and maintenance of metadata for digital content acquired or created by the CDI. The Digital Initiatives Metadata Librarian will help to develop, refine, and implement policies, procedures, workflows, and metadata standards for the CDI; manage digitization projects; and participate in the overall management of the CDI. RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides expertise and leadership in the creation and maintenance of metadata for digital content acquired or created by the CDI; provides descriptive, technical, and structural metadata for digital content; evaluates and maintains quality control of metadata operations; trains and supports metadata staff; maintains documentation on metadata best practices; analyzes metadata needs and provides estimated metadata costs and timeline for proposed projects; designs, implements, and manages project workflows;collaborates with CDI and Libraries staff in selection of digital projects and content; participates in the management of the CDI; promotes and reports on CDI activities to local, regional, and national communities; represents the CDI in professional and campus organizations and initiatives. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree from an ALA-accredited program or foreign equivalent; experience with metadata work on digital projects; experience with XML.; experience with standards-based non-MARC metadata schemas, such as Dublin Core, MODS, METS, EAD and TEI; knowledge of MARC; familiarity with controlled vocabularies, such as LCSH, AAT, LCTGM, GNIS, and TGN; demonstrated project management experience; excellent attention to detail; ability to work independently and in a team environment; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; commitment to professional achievement and growth; commitment to diversity and inclusion. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Working knowledge of digital asset management systems; demonstrated understanding of preservation metadata, such as PREMIS; experience in crosswalking, normalizing, and transforming xml metadata; working knowledge of XSLT. SALARY AND APPLICATION INFORMATION: Qualifications should merit appointment at the rank of library assistant professor (non-tenure track). Salary is commensurate with experience, not less than $49,191 for this position. Benefit package includes TIAA/CREF or alternate plan, managed health care plan, and 22 days of annual paid vacation. Review of applications will begin on May 8, 2009 and will continue until position is filled. Anticipated start date is August 15, 2009. Apply on line at http://www.uvmjobs.com with letter of application, vita, and names and contact information for three professional references. Job Requisition Number = 032645. Questions about the position may be directed to the chair of the search committee at <[log in to unmask]><[log in to unmask]> The University of Vermont is an AA/EO employer. Tina Kussey Director of Collection Development & Acquisitions Bailey/Howe Library University of Vermont Burlington, VT 05405 802.656.2204 -------------- Date: Thu, 16 Apr 2009 17:19:32 -0500 From: Patty De Anda <[log in to unmask]> <[log in to unmask]> Subject: Job Announcement: Cataloger for ongoing part-time position (Pasadena, CA) Library Associates Companies (LAC) is seeking an ongoing part-time Cataloge= r for a Company located in Pasadena, California that deals with food and nu= trition. Projected hours are 8 to 16 hour per week or a day and a half wee= kly. Position available on May 1st. RESONSIBILITIES: * Primarily copy cataloging of books, periodicals and media dealing with= food, baking, cooking, law, and nutrition. QUALIFICATIONS: * Previous cataloging experience using OCLC, MARC records, and AACR2; * Experience using an Integrated Library System (ILS); * Catalog training in an accredited Library School or a College offering= a Library Technical degree; * Must be flexible and a people person; To Apply * Please send resume and cover letter to the attention of Joanne Schwarz= at, [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> <[log in to unmask]> = with a CC to, [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask] <[log in to unmask]> >. * Please use "Cataloger - #1095" as the subject line of your email. * Library Associates Companies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Actio= n employer that values diversity in the workforce. Patty De Anda Communications & Projects Associate Library Associates Companies / LAC 6500 Wilshire Blvd., Suite 2240 Los Angeles, CA 90048 800.987.6794 toll free 323.302.9439 local 323.852.1093 fax www.libraryassociates.com<http://www.libraryassociates.com/> <http://www.libraryassociates.com/> [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]> <[log in to unmask]> LAC on Facebook<http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=3D2411007137> <http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=3D2411007137> LAC on LinkedIn<http://www.linkedin.com/companies/library-associates> <http://www.linkedin.com/companies/library-associates> Patty on Facebook<http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=3D1034066802&ref= =3Dprofile>