1. [LIBJOBS] Fort Collins, CO,
USA: Agricultural and Biological Sciences Liaison Librarian
2. [MUSEUM-L] Internship Opportunity
3. [TLA] Job Opening: Human Resources Administrator
4. [TLA] Job Opening: Branch Librarian
5. [TLA] Roane State job posting: Web Services Librarian
6. [TLA] Job Opening: The Brentwood Library
Colorado State University Libraries
Position Description
Science Liaison Librarian: Agricultural and Biological Sciences
POSITION:
This tenure-track faculty position is the primary liaison between the
Colorado State University Libraries and the selected departments of the
College of Agricultural Sciences, and of the College of Natural
Sciences. It is in the College Liaisons unit of the Scholarly
Communications Division and reports to the Coordinator, College
Liaisons.
The Colorado State University Libraries is a technologically
sophisticated environment designed around an Information Commons concept
with extensive electronic resources and services. The Libraries has
recently reorganized and is aligned with campus Academic Computing. The
Vice President for Information Technology is also the Dean of
Libraries. CSU is making a strong and strategic investment to ensure a
vital role for our academic libraries that meets the needs of the
institution now and in the future. This position presents exciting
opportunities for a librarian who is innovative, flexible and adaptable
in a rapidly changing environment, technologically literate, and
interested in exploring new options for providing proactive services.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
This tenure-track faculty position is responsible for developing,
implementing and assessing effective subject-based instructional
programs and research services for students, faculty, researchers, and
administrators in the assigned departments.
This assignment includes collection development and faculty liaison
responsibilities for academic departments with an emphasis on expanding
access to digital resources.
This position serves as the liaison to the academic departments of
Agricultural and Resource Economics, Bioagricultural Sciences and Pest
Management, Horticulture and Landscape Architecture, Soil and Crop
Sciences, the Colorado State University Extension, and the Agricultural
Experimentation Station within the College of Agricultural Sciences; and
as liaison to the academic departments of Biochemistry and Molecular
Biology, and Biology within the College of Natural Sciences. Liaison
Librarians at Colorado State University work collaboratively as a group
to increase visibility of library services at the college level.
Collaborating with academic faculty in the design of innovative library
and classroom instruction and creating expanded programs for library
services is emphasized. Outreach activities to the campus are a major
emphasis for college liaisons, and this position involves working
closely with a variety of campus constituencies to promote research
services, digital!
projects, institutional repositories, and grant activities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Required: Graduate degree in library science from an ALA-accredited
degree program. Experience working with scientific resources;
demonstrated public service or customer service experience; excellent
oral and written communication skills; knowledge of and the ability to
learn and adapt to new technologies for libraries; experience or
interest in exploring innovative options for new services; experience
working effectively in a team or collaborative environment as well as
managing priorities and projects independently; excellent presentation
skills; and ability to meet tenure and promotion requirements.
Preferred: Degree major or minor in a science area; instruction
experience; research/reference services experience, experience with
databases, collections, and other information resources in the
agricultural or biological sciences; experience with the application of
technology in libraries; experience working cooperatively and
effectively with library constituents.
RANK AND SALARY: Faculty status and responsibilities. Twelve-month
tenure-track appointment with contract reviewed annually until tenure is
granted. Rank is dependent upon qualifications. Insurance benefits are
available. Faculty may select from several options for medical,
dental, life, and personal disability insurance, as well as retirement
plans. Full-time faculty earn 24 days of vacation and 15 days of sick
leave annually. Optional deferred compensation. Salary is competitive
and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
UNIVERSITY DESCRIPTION: Colorado State University was established as
the land-grant institution of the State of Colorado in 1870. Student
enrollment is approximately 25,000, and the University employs 1,400
academic faculty, 1,900 administrative professionals, and 2,000
classified staff. Colorado State University is located in Fort Collins,
a dynamic community with a population of approximately 135,000, and
situated 65 miles north of Denver, at the western edge of the Great
Plains and at the base of the Rocky Mountains. Averaging 300 days of
sunshine per year, with low humidity and moderate winters, Fort Collins
is ideally located for a variety of recreational, cultural, and family
activities. The University Libraries is a member of the Association of
Research Libraries (ARL), and has a comprehensive online presence at http://lib.colostate.edu.
TO APPLY: To apply, send a letter of application addressing your
qualifications for the position, plus a current resume, and the names
and contact information for three professional references, to Sande
Slack, Colorado State University Libraries, Fort Collins, CO 80523-1019,
or by e-mail to [log in to unmask].
Application and nominations will be considered until the position is
filled; however, to ensure full consideration, application materials
must be received by November 1, 2010, at 5:00pm. The search may be
extended if a suitable candidate is not identified.
Colorado State University is committed to providing a safe and
productive learning and living community. To achieve that goal, we
conduct background investigations for all final candidates being
considered for employment. Background checks may include, but are not
limited to, criminal history, national sex offender search and motor
vehicle history.
Colorado State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action
employer and complies with all Federal and State laws, regulations, and
executive orders regarding affirmative action requirements in all
programs. The Office of Equal Opportunity is located in 101 Student
Services Building. In order to assist Colorado State University in
meeting its affirmative action responsibilities, ethnic minorities,
women, and other protected class members are encouraged to apply and to
so identify themselves.
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Student Unpaid Collections Inventory Internships
The William J. Clinton Presidential Library is the eleventh Presidential Library administered by the Office of Presidential Libraries within the National Archives and Records Administration (NARA). The Clinton Library, which includes an archival research facility and a museum, is responsible for preserving and processing in perpetuity the official Presidential records, audiovisual materials, and gifts of the Clinton Administration. The Clinton Library invites undergraduate and graduate level students to submit applications for our unpaid internship program.
While the program is available to students regardless of major, these collections inventory internships offer exceptional opportunities to students in public history, museum studies and related disciplines who wish to gain firsthand experience in museum related work.
Job Description:
Collections Inventory interns assist Registrar and Museum Technicians with 100% inventory of 90,000 + object collection. Examples of tasks include data entry in collections management program, packing and unpacking items, rehousing certain categories of objects, evaluating condition of objects, interpreting legacy documents, summarizing descriptions, measuring objects.
Interns will receive training in object handling, inventory procedures and collections management software. They will be able to reference experience working with a wide variety of objects and be able to claim credit for a definite body of work.
Experience/Skills:
Candidates will possess basic computer skills, touch keyboarding skill, an interest in collections/registration work, and the ability to lift 40 pounds. Experience with collections data base software, Microsoft word, Microsoft Access and object handling a plus. Museum studies or relate field graduates and students preferred.
If the educational institution authorizes course credit, NARA has a specific agreement for the parties to allow that. These internships last a minimum of 12 weeks and may be from a minimum of 16 hours a week to a maximum of 32 hours a week, Monday through Thursday.
Application:
The following five items should be submitted to the Library:
1. A resume;
2. A copy of the most recent student transcript(s);
3. A letter of recommendation from a teacher, professor, or academic faculty member;
4. A cover letter identifying the specific internship project (Collections Inventory) and dates of availability
5. Up to two additional references
The application should be addressed to the Curator, Christine Mouw; W.J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum
1200 President Clinton Avenue; Little Rock, AR 72201
Questions may be directed to [log in to unmask] or [log in to unmask] or to Audra Oliver 501 244 2842 or Christine Mouw 501 244 2840.
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Linebaugh Public Library seeks a full-time Human Resources Administrator for the main library, three branches, and a bookmobile. This position is a mid/upper-level management position providing skilled administrative assistance to the Director in all phases of personnel, benefit management, and finance. Duties include, but are not limited to: planning and developing personnel programs and policies, employee benefits, payroll administration, Employee Assistance Programs, Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act, Americans with Disabilities Act functions, safety and workers' compensation; maintaining and administering the Library's insurance program; supervising recruitment, testing, and employee selection process; developing, overseeing, and conducting new employee orientations; counseling employees and providing recommendations to the Director and department heads regarding employee relations and personnel operations; and ensuring Library compliance with other state and federal personnel, compensation, and employment regulations.
ROANE STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
OFFICE OF HUMAN RESOURCES
Roane State Community College is a multi-campus comprehensive community college serving an eight-county area in East Tennessee. Qualified applicants, including current employees, must apply for and submit a new application (online) and resume (if required) for each position opening. Unofficial copies of transcripts/certificates may be included with the application or resume when a degree/certificate is required, in order to be officially considered. Official copies of college transcripts required upon employment. Applications accepted online only. RSCC-EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA Employer. A Tennessee Board of Regents Institution.
To apply for this position please go to: www.roanestate.edu/humanresources.
POSITION TITLE: Web Services Librarian / Assistant Professor
HRS POSITION NUMBER: R30009
DEPARTMENT: Library
INTERNAL: Yes
EXTERNAL: Yes
NEW POSITION: No
VACANT POSITION: Yes
APPLICATION DEADLINE: October 14, 2010
STARTING DATE: November 1, 2010
· Develop and maintain library website;
· Provide leadership in development and delivery of eReference services;
· Administer and promote library databases, eJournal collections and other online assets;
· Provide reference assistance and bibliographic instruction in coordination with other librarians;
· Develop and coordinate library’s social network presence.
· Masters degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution;
· Demonstrated ability to create and maintain web pages compliant with current web development standards and protocols;
· Ability to provide reference assistance in multiple modes (in person, phone, online);
· Ability to develop and deliver bibliographic instruction;
· Demonstrated ability to administer library databases, eJournals and other online information assets;
· Initiative, flexibility, and ability to adapt and work creatively in a rapidly changing environment;
· Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing;
· Understanding of and enthusiasm for use of social networking to promote and deliver library services;
· Ability to work extended hours at least one night a week and occasional Saturdays in rotation with other library staff;
· Ability to travel within RSCC service area to provide bibliographic instruction and workshops.
Current law requires identification and eligibility verification prior to employment. Documents, one or more of which must be sighted prior to issuance of employment contract, are:
Employment Authorization Identification
* Social Security Card * State Driver’s License
* Certification of U.S. Birth * U.S. Passport or other
* U.S. Passport or other approved approved U.S.
U.S.Government documents Government documents
If there are employees in your department who do not have access to an e-mail account, please print and circulate within the department.
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The Brentwood Library--Outreach Librarian Position Open
The Brentwood Library seeks a full-time Librarian to provide reference assistance, user instruction, and community outreach. Duties include collection development, technology assistance and instruction, interlibrary loan services, teen programming, special collections, and promotion of library services. ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS, strong service commitment, excellent communications skills and current experience with information delivery via web services required. Starting salary range $33,000 to $41,000 depending on experience.
An application form is available on the City of Brentwood website http://www.brentwood-tn.org/index.aspx?page=83 A job description can be forwarded to you upon request. Please send letter, application, and resume by Friday, September 24, 2010 to:
Susan Earl, Director
The Brentwood Library
Brentwood, TN 37027