Title: Collections Management intern – Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden
Supervisor: Executive Director
Status: Part Time – Flexible (weekends acceptable) -- Unpaid
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia is seeking a collections management intern. Intern responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
- Weekly monitoring and recording of environmental conditions (temperature, relative humidity, etc.)
- Monitoring and reporting on artifact conditions
- Cleaning of rooms and artifacts on display
- Aiding in the installation and de-installation of exhibited artifacts
- Compiling information for conservation priorities
- Helping with basic artifact conservation
- In addition, short-term, independent research projects related to the collection can be developed
For more information about the museum, please visit our website at www.leefendallhouse.org.
Preferred Qualifications:
The intern must be flexible and willing to assist with all aspects of the organization’s work. An understanding of museum collections, basic conservation, and basic object handling is required. Excellent oral and written communication skills important. Applicant must have database experience (preferably PastPerfect) and be capable of lifting and moving objects.
To Apply: Please forward letter of interest and resume to Tracy L. Sullivan, Executive Director, at [log in to unmask].
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Title: Museum Education intern – Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden
Supervisor: Executive Director
Status: Part Time – Flexible (weekends acceptable) -- Unpaid
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Lee-Fendall House Museum & Garden in Old Town Alexandria, Virginia is seeking a museum education intern. Tasks include developing educational programming targeting children and teens, including Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts; publicizing educational programming; and assisting with special events.
For more information about the museum, please visit our website at www.leefendallhouse.org.
Preferred Qualifications:
The intern must be flexible and willing to assist with all aspects of the organization’s work. An understanding of museums and basic object handling is required. Excellent oral and written communication skills important. Applicant must be have previous experience working with youth and be capable of lifting and moving objects.
To Apply: Please forward letter of interest and resume to Tracy L. Sullivan, Executive Director, at [log in to unmask].
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LIBRARY DIRECTOR—KENT DISTRICT LIBRARY (MI)
The Kent District Library Board of Trustees seek an experienced and energetic library leader to direct this outstanding Library District. Information. Ideas. Excitement!—are the by-words for this 18-branch system serving the 365,000+ people in suburban/rural Kent County surrounding Grand Rapids. With a dedicated staff (199.8 FTEs), Friends of the Library and Foundation, Kent District Library utilizes its $16 million operating budget to loan approximately 6.3 million items annually and provides an array of programs and services to the community. KDL is an independent taxing entity funded by personal property taxes.
Located in Western Michigan, Kent County is the fourth largest population center in the state and is composed of twenty-one townships, five villages and nine cities. The area combines a cosmopolitan lifestyle with life at the Lake Michigan shore. Residents enjoy an affordable cost of living, strong schools, world renown medical facilities, and many cultural amenities. In addition to local attractions, Kent County is just a few hours from the major metropolitan areas of Chicago and Detroit. Additional information on the Library District, the County and position can be found at www.gossagesager.com/kdllinks.htm.
Responsibilities. The Director of the Kent District Library reports to an eight member Board of Trustees and is responsible for planning and directing the overall operations and management of the District; implementing the mission and goals of the Library as set by the Library Board; and functioning with a maximum degree of latitude for independent action within the scope of Library policy as set by the Library Board. Essential duties include: ensuring the level of patron service, public goodwill and patron satisfaction meet the Library’s goals and objectives; establishing priorities, procedures and general practices for the Library; preparing annual budget documentation and justification for approval by the Board; directing the expenditure of Library funds and allocation of resources; Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other governmental agencies and officials, community leaders and groups, other library leaders and the general public. See the complete job description for additional details.
Qualifications. Minimum qualifications include a master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited program, a minimum of eight years of progressively responsible library experience (including a minimum of five years in an administrative capacity) and the ability to qualify for Level 1 certification and compliance with all training and other requirements applicable to the Director of a class 6 library under Michigan State Aid Rules. Essential attributes and skills include: leading a diverse team of highly talented professionals in interpreting the Board policy to achieve high standards; excellent interpersonal skills; experience in providing sound fiscal planning and management; knowledge of millage campaigns; experience working with a large staff; ability to communicate well with both internal and external stakeholders;and a thorough knowledge of current trends, technology and “best practices” for public libraries. Success working effectively as a director reporting to a governing board, experience working in a union environment and multi-branch experience are desirable.
For further information, contact Gossage Sager Associates/Bradbury Associates via email or call 816-531-2468. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word attachments to [log in to unmask] or [log in to unmask]. The position closes August 31, 2010.
Jobeth Bradbury
Gossage Sager Associates
4545 Wornall Rd., Ste. 805
Kansas City, MO 64111
816.803.7087
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Date: Sat, 10 Jul 2010 14:03:50 -0500
From: Michele Reid <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Position Announcement: Senior Technical Services Librarian
Please excuse cross postings. Senior Technical Services Librarian North Dakota State University Libraries Fargo, ND Position Number: #00023136 Position Summary: Reporting to the Dean of Libraries, the Senior Technical Services Librarian collaborates on NDSU Libraries' organizational issues; plans, implements, manages and evaluates the operations of the Technical Services Department, including acquisitions, serials and cataloging functions; and liaises with the Systems Office in maintaining aspects of the Libraries' ILS and other related systems. This position is responsible for collection development and acts as liaison to academic departments in assigned subject areas. The incumbent also provides some reference and instruction/information literacy services. The Senior Technical Services Librarian engages in professional development and other scholarly activities, and completes other projects and duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: *Accredited masters degree in library science *Second masters degree in an appropriate field *Budget experience *Increasingly responsible experience in academic libraries, with at least 3 years in an administrative capacity *Internet, word processing, database and spreadsheet skills, communication skills, and customer service orientation Preferred Qualifications: *Millennium experience Benefits Eligibility: Benefited - includes retirement plan (TIAA/CREF) and full family health insurance coverage (BC/BS) Screening Date: Review of applications will begin August 31, 2010 and continue until the position is filled To apply, go to www.ndsu.edu/jobs<http://www.ndsu.edu/jobs> (only online applications will be accepted) NDSU is an Equal Opportunity Institution. Women and traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply. For further information, contact Michele Reid ([log in to unmask]).
Date: Fri, 9 Jul 2010 09:08:49 -0400-----------------------------------
From: Guy Vernon Frost <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: MLIS Faculty Position Opening
Valdosta State University
1500 North Patterson Street - Valdosta, GA 31698
ANNOUNCEMENT OF VACANCY
Faculty Positions
Master of Library and Information Science Program
January 2011
Applications and nominations are invited for a ten-month, tenure track position of Assistant Professor of Library and Information Science in the
MLIS Program at Valdosta State University. Responsibilities include teaching graduate courses, research, and service to the Department, University, profession, and community. More information about the Program is available at http://www.valdosta.edu/mlis/.
As the country's most recently ALA-accredited program, the VSU MLIS program offers those joining the faculty an opportunity to make a difference in the quality of library services in Georgia and beyond. VSU was an early adopter of distance education among Georgia universities, and the MLIS faculty are early adopters of new teaching technologies on our campus. We enjoy a temperate climate and Southern hospitality. Valdosta is served by a
regional airport and is within a two-hour drive of Jacksonville and Tallahassee, Florida. The student body numbers about 12,100 of which 1,850 are graduate students. For more information about the University visit http://www.valdosta.edu. For more information about the community visit http://www.valdostachamber.com/.
The primary focus of the program is to educate librarians for academic, public, and special libraries in Georgia. The student body is dispersed across the state. Faculty are heavily involved in distance education, including Web-based teaching. Effective communication with non-resident students is expected.
Required Qualifications:
1. Completed doctorate by date of appointment
2. Candidate holding a doctorate in a field other than Library and Information Science must have, in addition to the doctorate, an
ALA-accredited Masters degree.
3. Teaching interest and research specialization in one of our four major program areas: Technical Knowledge, Administration, Services in the
Knowledge Society, and Resources for Clients.
4. Commitment to distance education, including Web-based teaching.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Experience with Web-based teaching and face-to-face teaching.
2. Professional experience in a library or information center.
3. Expertise in classification, cataloging, and indexing, to include digital metadata.
Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2010, and continue until appointment is made. VSU is an equal opportunity educational institution. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, VSU faculty application form http://www.valdosta.edu/academic/documents/FacultyApp_2010.pdf, curriculum vitae, and the names, phone numbers and e-mail addresses of three references. VSU online application is required. All material should be
sent to:
Dr. Wallace Koehler, Professor and Director
MLIS Program
Valdosta State University
1500 N Patterson St - Odum 4630
Valdosta, GA 31698-0133
Email Submission: [log in to unmask]
Phone: 229-333-5966
Fax: 229-259-5055
Date: Fri, 9 Jul 2010 10:00:50 -0400--------------------------------------
From: Susana Tejada <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Job Postings: Art Collection Cataloger/Project Manager; Temporary Art Collection Associate Cataloger (Albright-Knox Art Gallery, Buffalo, NY)
Art Collection Cataloger/Project Manager
Position pending grant funding expected 7/01/2010
The Cataloger/Project Manager will report directly to the Head of Research Resources.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide direction and oversight for the implementation of an enhanced cataloging system for the Albright-Knox Art Gallery's art collection. Manage tw=
o-year grant project with oversight of Associate Cataloger and any interns hired to assist with the project.
Project Manager (during the two-year grant project):
=B7 Ensure compliance with protocols and standards for data entry tin to MMSY XG
=B7 Provide instruction and assistance in the use of MIMSY XG to museum staff
=B7 Update policies and procedures for data structure, content and value standards as needed
=B7 Maintain contact with other industry professionals to remain informed of standards and best practices for museum description and technological developments
=B7 Provide quality assurance through review of regular audit reports
=B7 Act as liaison to outside organizations regarding projects that utiliz=
e collections information in shared databases, such as OCLC's Museum Data E=
xchange Project
Cataloger (at the conclusion of the grant)
=B7 Catalog all new acquisitions
=B7 Create and update art object and people records
=B7 Create and update authority records and controlled vocabularies
=B7 Provide ongoing user-education in the use of MIMSY XG
=B7 Collaborate with other Albright-Knox collections catalogers to provide=
integrated access to all museum collections (archives, art, digital media,=
library)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
=A8 Excellent writing skills=20
=A8 Strong organizational skills
=A8 Ability to work independently with attention to detail
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
=A8 ALA-accredited MLIS degree with specialization in cataloging or archiva=
l studies strongly preferred=20
=A8 Knowledge of, or experience with museum, archives or special collection=
s cataloging according to national and international standards (e.g., CCO, =
AACR2R, MARC, AAT subject headings, and LCSH)
=A8 Academic background in contemporary art history or related field, advan=
ced degree preferred
=A8 Reading knowledge of a language, other than English, preferred
=A8 Supervisory or grant management experience preferred
=A8 Familiarity with MIMSY XG or other computerized collections management =
system and fundamental understanding of principles of database structures s=
trongly preferred.
Temporary Art Collection Associate Cataloger (two year position)
Position pending grant funding expected 7/01/2010
The Associate Cataloger will report directly to the Cataloger/Project Manag=
er.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
With emphasis on painting and sculpture collections, catalog art objects in=
the Albright-Knox Art Gallery's collections management system MIMSY XG.
=A8 Enhance descriptive information about art objects by creating and/or ed=
iting cataloging records to comply with recognized, museum community wide s=
tandards and best practices including Cataloging Cultural Objects (CCO) and=
Getty vocabularies (AAT, ULAN, TGN)
=A8 Contribute to cataloging of art objects to assure timely completion of =
project goals
=A8 Ensure compliance with protocols and standards for data entry into MIMS=
Y XG
=A8 Keep informed of standards and best practices for museum description an=
d technological developments in the profession
=A8 Provide quality assurance through review of regular audit reports
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
=A8 Excellent writing skills=20
=A8 Strong organizational skills
=A8 Ability to work independently with attention to detail
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE
=A8 ALA-accredited MLIS degree with specialization in cataloging or archiva=
l studies strongly preferred=20
=A8 Knowledge of museum, archives or special collections cataloging accordi=
ng to national and international standards (e.g., CCO, AACR2R, MARC, AAT su=
bject headings, and LCSH)
=A8 One year of related experience preferred but recent graduates encourage=
d to apply
=A8 Reading knowledge of a language, other than English, preferred
=A8 Supervisory or grant management experience preferred
=A8 Familiarity with MIMSY XG or other computerized collections management =
system and fundamental understanding of principles of database structures s=
trongly preferred
=A8 Knowledge of contemporary art history or related field preferred
To apply, send resumes:
- email in .doc or .pdf format to [log in to unmask] [preferred]
- fax to 882-1958 attn: Human Resources
- mail to Albright-Knox Art Gallery; 1285 Elmwood Avenue; Buffalo, NY 1422=
2; Attn: Human Resources
http://www.albrightknox.org/employment/index.html
PLEASE NOTE OUR SUMMER GALLERY HOURS:
Tuesday through Sunday, noon to 5 pm; closed Mondays and Independence Day
Date: Fri, 9 Jul 2010 10:31:24 -0400
From: "Boehr, Diane (NIH/NLM) [E]" <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Cataloging Unit Head position available at NLM, Bethesda, MD
Widely cross-posted
The National Library of Medicine is recruiting for a Cataloging Unit Head. =
Please see http://tinyurl.com/26nptta for the complete job announcement a=
nd online application. All applications must be received by July 23.
Diane Boehr
Head of Cataloging
National Library of Medicine
8600 Rockville Pike, Room 1N11
Bethesda, MD 20894
301-435-7059
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