Timberland Regional Library is looking for an enthusiastic library manager to lead a dynamic staff of 17 and advocate for the library in the community of Centralia. We need a flexible, organized leader with solid managerial, interpersonal and reference skills.
The historic Centralia Timberland Library is Lewis County’s largest, serving the city (population 15,000) and the surrounding rural area. Located in the heart of downtown Centralia, the library is an easy 25-minute commute from Olympia (Washington’s capital) and is equidistant from Seattle, Portland, the Cascade Mountains and the Pacific. Please include a cover letter and resume with your application.
Position Information: Grade 64 Full-time, Exempt
Position Code:
CE641068-04 (Include on your application and mailing
envelope)
Hiring
Salary: $4,654.64 per
month
Closing
Date: August 13, 2010
at 5pm
Benefits: Employee Assistance Program
Medical, dental, vision, life & long-term disability insurance available
Washington State Public Employees Retirement System
Deferred Compensation & Flexible Benefits plans available
Paid Sick, Vacation & 13 Holidays
To Apply: Obtain “Application for Employment” Materials:
Online at www.trl.org
At the Administrative Service Center (see address below)
At your local Timberland Regional Library
Submit Materials to:
Timberland Regional Library Administrative Service Center
Attn: Human Resources
415 Tumwater Blvd SW
Tumwater, WA 98501
Application materials must be RECEIVED at the Administrative Service Center by 5pm on the closing date.
Resume not accepted in lieu of Application - No emailed or faxed materials accepted
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS:
Please include a cover letter and resume in addition to your TRL application.
Schedule includes evenings and weekends and may change, based on library needs.
Toni Costa, PHR
Human Resources Specialist
Timberland Regional Library
415 Tumwater Blvd SW
Tumwater, WA 98510
360.704.4503
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Subject: [archives] Position announcement: Manager, Historical & Special Collections, Harvard Law School Library
Business Title: Manager, Historical and Special Collections
Duties & Responsibilities: The Historical & Special Collections Unit (HSC) houses one of the world's most comprehensive collections of research materials for the study of legal history and is housed within the largest academic law library in North America. In keeping with the Library's mission to support the teaching and research programs of the Harvard Law School, Historical & Special Collections collects, catalogs, preserves, promotes and provides access to printed materials, manuscripts, and visual materials that document the history of the law in general and that of the Harvard Law School in particular. The Manager, Historical and Special Collections provides leadership, and strategic direction for the department's operations, services and resources. As part of this responsibility, the Manager sets priorities, supervises staff and establishes work flows for all areas of Historical & Special Collections.
Manages and coordinates the work of three areas with HSC: Rare Books and Early Manuscripts, Modern Manuscripts, and the Art and Visual Collections; hires, trains and supervises 2 exempt and 3 non-exempt staff; establishes goals, sets priorities and develops long range plans for HSC. Establishes, interprets and implements programs, policies and procedures relating to rare books and early manuscripts; establishes work flow and procedures for access to, reproduction of and processing of the Art and Visual Collections. Has primary curatorial responsibility for the 250,000 volume rare books and early manuscript collection, including recommendations on and coordination of preservation and conservation treatment. Manages selection of materials, with an emphasis on rare books and early manuscripts; coordinates modern manuscript selection with the Curator of Modern Manuscripts; prepares collection development plans, building on areas of strength and in areas in which
HLSL has interest in building research collections; in coordination with the Associate Director for Discovery and Access, manages the materials budget allocated for rare books and manuscripts. Provides advanced reference service for Special Collections materials in general and for rare books and early manuscripts in particular; provides research support to faculty, students, and researchers. Working with the HLSL Manager, Digital Lab Projects, assists in planning, implementing and evaluating programs for digitization of HSC collections; oversees and participates in creation of exhibits, publications, tours and other outreach programs. Working with the HLS, HU faculty and students, encourages the use of the special collections through class presentations, HLS professional programs and exhibits. Participates in library-wide and University wide planning groups and committees; represents the Harvard Law School Library in activities related to Historical & Special Collections within the University Library and the academic community. Creates and updates emergency procedures for HSC
areas (stacks, Root Room, Caspersen Room and art works); oversees security systems for Special Collections; is responsible for developing and updating procedures for the loan of HSC materials for exhibitions to external organizations. Oversees recruiting and training of Historical & Special Collections curators. Represents HLSL with donors, collectors and the research community.
Basic Qualifications: MLS from ALA accredited program or equivalent degree with a preference for an archival/special collections concentration.
Additional Qualifications: Advanced degree in a relevant academic discipline, preferred. Minimum 4-6 years experience working in a large academic library, with emphasis on or experience in special collections. Significant curatorial experience working within Special Collections, especially with rare books and manuscript collections required. Significant supervisory/management experience within this specialized area. Knowledge and understating of trends and issues in special collections including the use of technology for preservation preferred. Demonstrated excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong reading knowledge of at least one western European Language required with German, French or Law French strongly preferred. Latin strongly
preferred.
For immediate consideration please apply directly on Harvard's employment site at http://www.employment.harvard.edu/ referencing requisition number 21479.
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Title: Head of Digital Programs
Department: Frost Library
Type: Full Time
Application due: [Applications accepted until position filled]
Pay description: Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications
Amherst College seeks a creative and motivated individual to lead the library’s efforts to produce, gather, organize, and disseminate digital content useful to the curriculum, in need of preservation, or unique to the College and of use to the larger scholarly community. We seek candidates with a history of project planning and management, a commitment to collegial decision-making, a talent for empowering colleagues, and a penchant for
pushing the envelope.
To view the complete job description, please click https://www.amherst.edu/library/about/jobs.
A review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.
Minimum qualifications: Master’s degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association or foreign equivalent required; 3-5 years academic library experience in digitization and digital assets management,
including experience with systems such as DigiTool, CONTENTdm, Fedora, DSpace, or others.
Applicants should have experience providing customer service and technical support for DAMS and other digital resources, good working knowledge of library systems and procedures (particularly metadata and cataloging standards), exemplary interpersonal and communication skills, and an understanding of database systems and/or UNIX/Linux file structures and systems management.
Experience with archives, special collections, and institutional records is preferred.
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Government of Saskatchewan
Director, Public Library Planning
This is an
exciting opportunity to lead and facilitate the
development and implementation of the Saskatchewan
public library system strategic plan. You will provide recommendations
to
the Ministry of Education regarding public library policy and library
program
development in the context of government, Ministry and stakeholder
priorities. Your experience with strategic planning, consultation
processes and your excellent communications skills will position you
well to
implement the Saskatchewan
strategy and action plan. Working with Ministry and public library
staff
you will oversee the development of policy directions for existing and
emerging
province wide services and programs. You will have the ability to lead a
team of employees to successfully implement library policy and programs.
Typically, a Master's Degree in library science and knowledge of public library issues and strategies would be required for this position. An equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.
To apply, visit www.careers.gov.sk.ca
MAN001203, Regina, Education
CLOSING DATE: August 25, 2010
-------------------------------Public Services Librarian and College Archivist
The “Public Services Librarian and College Archivist” provides reference services and archival management expertise to the Hendrix College community. Primary duties include library reference/research assistance, managing the Hendrix College Archives (including Congressional papers,) and supervising library serials collections. This position will require some evening and occasional weekend work. Reporting to the Director of the Library, the ideal candidate will have an ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS degree, library reference experience, archival experience, a basic understanding of database systems (Microsoft Access, e.g.) and digital repository services (DSpace, e.g.,) and a firm commitment to quality library services and student academic success. Preferred qualifications include experience with Innovative’s Millennium system, digital preservation and digital assets management, knowledge of current and emerging national cataloging standards and media/data migration issues, supervisory experience, and the ability to work positively and collaboratively with diverse constituencies. This is a 12-month non-tenure track faculty appointment.
Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Send a cover letter and resume with the names of three references to:
Director of Human Resources
Public Services Librarian and College Archivist
Hendrix College
1600 Washington Avenue
Conway, AR 72032
Hendrix College adheres to the principle of equal educational and employment opportunity. Further, the College is committed to the maintenance of an atmosphere of civility and respect for all students, faculty, and staff.
Librarian I – Information Services
Part-time, 20 hours per week
The Waukesha Public Library is seeking a flexible, public service-oriented individual who is interested in adult reference, readers’ advisory services, and collection development. Responsibilities include:
Regular schedule includes weekdays, evenings, and Saturdays. Schedule will also include Sundays, per the union contract. Schedule flexibility essential.
Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, supplemented by an ALA accredited Masters Degree in library sciences, or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, abilities, and skills. Salary range: $21.44 - $23.98 per hour. Pro-rated benefits per the union contract.
A complete job description and application are available at the Reference Desk or at: www.waukesha.lib.wi.us
Apply by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, July 30, 2010
with application, resume and letter of interest to:
Jane Ameel, Library Director
Waukesha Public Library
321 Wisconsin Avenue
Waukesha, WI 53186