1. [sla-csap] FW: [sla-dmil] Information Professional Opportunites in
Arlington, VA (DARPA)
2. [LIBJOBS] Qatar - Doha - Instruction & Reference Librarian
3. [TLA] Materials Management Library Administrator
Position@NashvillePublic Library
*Instruction & Reference Librarian*
Carnegie Mellon University invites applications for a full-time
Instruction & Reference Librarian at its Qatar campus in Doha, Qatar,
http://www.qatar.cmu.edu/. This is a twelve-month, non tenure track
appointment (http://www.cmu.edu/policies/documents/Librarian.html). Term of
the initial appointment is three years.
Under the direction of the Director of the CMU-Q Library, the Instruction
& Reference Librarian will provide leadership in the planning, design and
provision of library instructional and reference services. The Instruction &
Reference Librarian will have primary responsibility for delivering
library/information literacy instruction through a variety of courses and
projects to students enrolled in undergraduate courses.
The incumbent will work jointly with the Information Literacy committee
to advance the ongoing development of the information literacy initiative,
to determine appropriate ways to implement information literacy in the
curriculum with a focus on the Business Administration, Computer Science and
Information Systems majors, and to develop strategies and tools to assess
information literacy skills.
The other major assignment of this position is to provide reference
services and research assistance to all levels of library users in the
social sciences, humanities, business, computer science and information
systems. Reference services will combine by-appointment, drop-in hours and
virtual consultations. Evening or weekend hours may be required. The
incumbent may be assigned faculty liaison responsibilities in order to
promote and support collection development, user education, library
instruction and subject-specific research.
Other responsibilities include ongoing work on an archive at the CMU-Q
campus and the supervision and training of library student assistants. The
Instruction & Reference Librarian is expected to participate in professional
development activities and may serve in library or institutional committees
as elected or assigned.
The successful individual in this position will be innovative, flexible
and able to work well independently and collaboratively. Essential to this
position are a strong commitment to public service and to teaching,
outstanding verbal and written communication skills in English, including
public presentation skills. Fluency in interacting with students, faculty
and staff with diverse backgrounds, cultures, and learning styles is
essential.
*Required Qualifications:*
· ALA-accredited MLS or ALA-recognized international equivalent
· Three to five years experience in an academic setting with at least 2
years of active library instruction or reference experience
· Demonstrated experience with instructional and reference services to
undergraduate students
· Ability to provide innovative and effective instructional services
· Sound knowledge of electronic information resources and information
technologies
· Knowledge and understanding of ACRL Information Literacy Competency
Standards for Higher Education
· Awareness of trends in information literacy practices, learning
theory and emerging technologies in the field of library instruction
· Ability to work positively with diverse constituencies in an
environment of rapid change
· Outstanding communication, presentation and interpersonal skills
· Ability to plan, implement, meet deadlines and to juggle multiple
tasks and priorities.
*Preferred Qualifications*:
· Successful experience in the design and implementation of
instructional programs
· Ability to apply knowledge and technology to face-to-face and online
instruction
· Expertise in formal assessment of Information Literacy learning
outcomes
· Knowledge of archival practices
· Second degree or coursework in a related discipline
This is a Library Faculty position at the Librarian rank with a
comprehensive benefits package. Salary range: $40,000 to $50,000* *(plus 25%
foreign assignment incentive) depending on qualifications and experience. The
University will provide housing accommodations and allowances, such as
foreign station allowance, transportation, home country maintenance, home
leave and relocation expenses. In addition, the University provides a
comprehensive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, STD,
LTD and education benefits. Anticipated start date is October 1, 2010.
Employment eligibility verification and background check required before
hire.
Email your application letter referencing job Q1-10 in subject line,
resume, and names and contact information for three professional references
to:
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Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
*Carnegie Mellon University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. We encourage applications from people of different races, genders,
ethnicities and physical abilities, and strive to create an environment of
inclusion.*
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*METROPOLITAN GOVERNMENT OF NASHVILLE & DAVIDSON COUNTY*
Department of Human Resources
*Invites Applications For The Position Of:*
*10082E - Library Administrator – Materials Management***
*Must Apply on line at: *www.nashville.gov
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*Open Competitive Job Announcement
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*SALARY: $71,142 – $80,627*
*ISSUE DATE:* 4/30/2010**
*FINAL FILING DATE:** * 5/14/2010
*Position Description: *Performs administrative and managerial duties
involved in overseeing Materials Management for the library system including
collection development, materials acquisition, cataloging, Inter library
loan, and materials delivery.
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*Major Job Responsibilities*
- Supervising daily operations and professional and paraprofessional
staff
- Assisting with significant collection development projects
- Oversee the management of cataloging and processing physical materials
- Oversee the purchase, management and access to online materials
- Review and Implement innovative means to procure, process and make
available materials to patrons
- Formulating/recommending budgets and resources for areas of
responsibility
- Working with other administrative staff to formulate policies and plan
goals and objectives for the system
- Supervision of materials management managers and supervisors
- Assisting with long range planning for the system
- Serving on system wide and community committees
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*Minimum Requirements:** *Master's Degree in Library Science from an
accredited college or university and six (6) years of professional library
experience, including three (3) years of experience managing and directing
the work of a library branch or department. The Library Science program must
be accredited by the American Library Association or the National Council
for Accreditation of Teacher Education. Valid “Class D” driver’s license
*Preferred Knowledge/Abilities/Experience: *
Knowledge of managerial and administrative theories and practices
Knowledge of public library collection development
Ability to formulate and administer budgets
Ability to study and apply future technology trends to library setting
Ability to plan, organize and supervise library services
Ability to develop system wide policies and procedures for library services
Ability to make effective public presentations
Ability to work with a variety of community organizations
***An Incomplete application or missing documents may result in
disqualification.**
Fill in complete work history, do not attach resume in lieu of requested
information.*
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To view entire job announcement, go to:
http://www.nashville.gov/hr_benefits/jobs/employment_center.htm**
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