Internship Opportunities with the Historical Society of Montgomery County, PA
The Historical Society of Montgomery County, PA has been preserving the heritage of Montgomery County, a suburban Philadelphia county, since 1881. Located at 1654 DeKalb Street, Norristown, PA 19401, the HSMC provides a museum, research library, and a historic cemetery, as well as public programs. The HSMC is open to the public: 9am to 5pm Mondays and Thursdays and 1pm to 9pm on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. For more information, visit us at: www.hsmcpa.org.
Please send cover letter and resume to Jeff McGranahan ([log in to unmask]). The internships are for at least 80 hours and are unpaid. The internship schedule is flexible to accommodate candidates. Positions are open until filled.
Education Interns
The HSMC is looking for two interns to assist the staff in the development and implementation of programming at historic Montgomery Cemetery, including the week long program, “Camp Hancock.” Responsibilities include:
· Attendance at planning meetings
· Research and development for activities
· Assist staff in providing educational programs
· Support administrative tasks relevant to the Camp’s success
Camp Hancock will welcome students that have completed 4th & 5th grade and features activities that bring to life varied periods of American history. The camp runs from July 11th to 15th. Experience working with the students in the selected grades is recommended.
Collections Interns
The HSMC is looking for two interns to assist the staff in collection management. The interns’ responsibilities include:
· Cataloging artifacts, including describing, arranging and photographing
· Re-house artifacts and implement storage plan
· Enter cataloging information into Past Perfect database
· Support Society operations on an as needed basis
Experience with Past Perfect and Microsoft Office is recommended.
Cemetery Intern
The HSMC is looking for an intern to participate in our Cemetery Documentation Project – Phase II for historic Montgomery Cemetery. This project involves organizing the research material, survey reports and photographs.
Responsibilities include:
· performing data entry
· processing research materials for better access
Proficiency with a Windows operating environment is required; experience with databases preferred. Experience with record management is a plus.
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Business Research Librarian : Sutherland Asbill & Brennan LLP, a nationally recognized law firm with offices in Atlanta, Washington, New York, Houston, and Austin has a terrific opportunity for a Business Research Librarian resident in its Atlanta Office. The Business Research Librarian will provide in-depth business, industry, and competitive intelligence research support to our attorneys and will partner with our Client and Practice Development department. Some specific responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
· Research company, industry, and competitor news and information
· Synthesize information into usable reports
· Monitor clients, competitors, industries, and trends using appropriate online and print resources
· Assist in the evaluation and selection of business and news information resources
· Assist with reference as needed within the Library and Research Services Department.
To be considered, applicants must have a Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science. A minimum of two years of relevant professional experience in a law firm or corporate library is required. Proficiency with online news, business and industry resources such as Lexis, Capital IQ, Courtlink, Knowledge Mosaic, and Bloomberg is strongly preferred.
Candidates should have proven experience working both independently and with a team in a deadline-driven environment. Excellent attention to detail, ability to prioritize multiple assignments, and a strong client service orientation are must haves. The ideal candidate will be organized and have the ability to exercise discretion and to exhibit tact and professionalism when dealing with all levels of firm personnel.
Our firm’s success is measured by the quality of our people and their capabilities, diversity, and effort. In addition to offering a challenging and professional work environment, we offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. If you are interested in building your career and becoming part of our future, please submit your resume and cover letter, with salary requirements, in WORD format to [log in to unmask]. EEO. No agencies, please.
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Subject: [sla-cpnw] Library Technican vacancy at PATH
Library Technician
Tracking Code: 4572
Job Description : PATH is an international, nonprofit organization that creates sustainable, culturally relevant solutions, enabling communities worldwide to break longstanding cycles of poor health. PATH's mission is to improve the health of people around the world by advancing technologies, strengthening systems, and encouraging healthy behaviors.
PATH Knowledge Services team has an opening for the position of Library Technician. PATH Knowledge Services team provides services to all PATH staff (approximately 1,000 employees worldwide, half of them working in Africa, Asia and Latin America).
Main duties:
1. Provide interlibrary loan and document delivery services to projects and programs, using PATH collection, Docline, OCLC, listservs, and other sources.
2. Follow internal procurement practices and work closely with the Finance and Procurement departments.
3. Review licensing agreements and incorporate IP address information when working with online publishers.
4. Perform copy cataloging of new library acquisitions : books, reports, monographs and multimedia using OCLC and Inmagic dbText software.
5. Organize library materials on PATHnet (an internal website) and make them available to all PATH staff.
6. Provide assistance and instruct PATH staff with publishing their materials on PATHnet; help with organization, technical issues and content management.
7. Assist with reference requests by working with librarians on complex research requests.
8. Assist with Reference Manager/Endnote activities by providing support to projects using this software to maintain team and individual collections.
9. Monitor circulation and records statistics.
10. Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills
1. Good understanding of modern bibliographic databases (OCLC and Docline).
2. Knowledge of cataloging principles and practices (as they apply for basic copy cataloging).
3. Operational knowledge of databases and library catalogs.
4. Excellent communication skills.
5. Ability to multitask and prioritize.
6. Basic knowledge of citation software (EndNote and/or Reference Manager).
Required Experience/ Qualifications: 3-5 years of library experience in a special, academic or a busy public library. Applicants with an interest in global health and/or MLS degree are encouraged to apply.
Job Location: Seattle, WA, US.
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Click at the link below to apply.
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Subject: [archives] NARA Vacancies
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
The National Archives & Records Administration (NARA) is currently recruiting for the following positions:
Archives Aid, GS-03 ($27,772 - $36,103) – Riverside, CA
Archives Technician, GS-05 ($35,309 - $45,898) – New York, NY
Program Support Assistant, GS-06 ($16.00– $21.00/hr) – West Branch, IA
Management Analyst), GS-11 ($60,681 - $81,779) – Chicago, IL
Management Analyst), GS-11 ($60,681 - $81,779) – Fort Worth, TX
Additional vacancies may be available for current and/or former Federal employees.
Visit our website at www.archives.gov/careers to view all opportunities as well as a variety of web-based resources for employment, including our popular “All About KSAOs” publication or to read about a “day in the life” of one of our employees.
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Art Librarian
The Barnes Foundation
Merion and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Description:
The Barnes Foundation is seeking an Art Librarian to manage all aspects of the Barnes Foundation’s art library, and to serve the informational needs of the staff, students, faculty, and docents of the Barnes Foundation, as well as the general public, particularly as related to the art collection and educational programs.
The Barnes Foundation houses one of the finest collections of nineteenth and twentieth-century French painting in the world. An extraordinary number of masterpieces by Renoir, Cézanne and Matisse provide a depth of work by these artists unavailable elsewhere. Established as an educational institution the Barnes carries out its mission teaching classes in its galleries and Arboretum. The Barnes welcomes visitors and students throughout the year.
Responsibilities:
Requirements:
Benefits:
Competitive benefits include health, dental insurance, medical and dependent care FSA's, company paid life, short and long term disability, voluntary life and 403 (b) plans.
To Apply:
Please apply online: https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=567232
Applications
should include a cover letter addressing the candidate's interest in
and qualifications for the position, resume, and names and contact
information for three professional references. Please create a single
document with all three requirements included to upload for the on-line
application.
The Barnes Foundation is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.
Katy Rawdon | Archivist and Librarian
The Barnes
Foundation | 300 North Latch's Lane | Merion, PA 19066
Ph: (610) 667-0290 ext.
1048 | Fax: (610) 664-4026
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Williamson County Public Library
1314 Columbia Avenue
Franklin, TN 37064
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Library Director: The Williamson County Library Board of Trustees is seeking a dynamic and innovative leader who will be responsible for the administration of all activities and programs of the countywide library system. The system consists of a state of the art main library facility located in historic Franklin, TN and five branch libraries serving smaller communities across Williamson County. While reporting directly to the Board of Trustees, the Director must possess the excellent interpersonal and communication skills necessary to serve as an enthusiastic advocate for the Library in the community and forge effective working relationships with local governments, civic groups and patrons. Competitive salary and excellent benefits. Open until April 30.
Apply online at http://lib.williamson-tn.org/
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Kansas State University is conducting a search for a tenure-track Assistant Professor / Coordinator, Access and Reference Services at K-State Libraries. MLS as well as three years of professional experience in a large library or library system engaging with the public via circulation, reserves, and/or reference required. For a complete position description and application procedures visit our website: http://www.lib.k-state.edu/jobs. EOE. Background check required.
From: Michelle Bowen Staffing & Employee Relations Coordinator K-State Libraries Kansas State University 504J Hale Library Manhattan, KS 66506 Ph: 785-532-5671 [log in to unmask] http://www.lib.k-state.edu
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Community Engagement Librarian (Business Services) Irving K. Barber Learning Centre, UBC Library (Full Time, Continuing)
The Irving K. Barber Learning Centre (IKBLC) represents a rethinking of the traditional academic library. The combination of classrooms, seminar rooms, lecture theatre, academic units and the access to physical and digital library collections highlight the important role of this library in the teaching and learning enterprise. The Learning Centre is the location of the Chapman Learning Commons and a number of units, including the Centre for Teaching, that provide resources and support for teaching and learning at UBC.
The University of British Columbia Library has an immediate need for an innovative, experienced and enthusiastic librarian to be responsible for the management and development of community business services. Such services include the Small Business Accelerator service set: Business Accelerator Guides, The Community Help Map, Small Business Blog articles, community-created content library, collection development guides, and more.
For more information about the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre and UBC Library, please visit http://www.ikebarberlearningcentre.ubc.ca
Overview of the position: The Community Engagement Librarian (Business Services) works with community service providers, student assistants, and internal and external web developers to scope and develop services that leverage the resources and expertise at UBC in support of rural and remote BC community economic development. The position is also responsible for rural and remote BC capacity development initiatives in the area of business information services. The Librarian represents the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre to the provincial economic development and business communities and partners with community organizations in the scoping, development, provision, and evaluation of diverse services.
This position will report to the Assistant Director, Irving K. Barber Learning Centre and work closely with Learning Centre staff, Systems/IT staff, business librarians at UBC and other library partners within the province.
A detailed job description can be viewed at http://www.library.ubc.ca/careers/ and the UBC Library Strategic Plan 2010-2015, which outlines the importance of the Library’s strong commitment to community engagement, can be viewed at http://www.strategicplan.library.ubc.ca
Qualifications and requirements:
Required:
• A graduate degree from an ALA-accredited program in library and information science
• 2+ years experience working as a professional librarian in the business information sector.
• Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with secondary market research using diverse sources such as free web-based sources and library subscription resources.
• Demonstrated understanding of the business research process and information required for business planning
• Experience searching online business databases
• Excellent spoken, written, and presentation communication skills
• Demonstrated experience with managing content in a CMS-based environment, Drupal preferred
• Understanding of the province, including particular knowledge of rural and remote BC.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse community partners and/or stakeholders.
• Demonstrated customer-focused attitude
• Demonstrated ability to manage a diverse set of responsibilities and tasks both independently and as a team member
• Demonstrated ability to work collegially with people of diverse educational and cultural backgrounds
• Demonstrated ability to incorporate new technology and processes into work
• Demonstrated ability to find creative solutions to challenging situation.
Desired:
• Completion of a course in business library reference skills
• Interest and understanding of knowledge management principles and techniques
Terms of Appointment and Salary:
This position will be filled as a full time ongoing position. If eligible and qualified, the successful applicant may be appointed with a confirmed appointment. Otherwise, there will be an initial three-year probationary appointment. Normally, such an appointment is reviewed by the end of the second year of appointment, and a recommendation is made at that time to grant or not to grant a confirmed appointment.
Salary will be commensurate with experience and academic/professional qualifications.
UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. However, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.
Applications for this exciting opportunity are to be submitted by e-mail in one consolidated file (PDF or Microsoft word format) and will include: a letter of application, including a statement of citizenship/immigration status, indicating the candidate’s education, training, and work experience in the areas listed above; a detailed and current curriculum vitae; and the names of three referees with their email addresses.
To ensure full consideration, complete applications are to be submitted by 5:00 pm PST on Friday April 29 2011 to:
Human Resources – UBC Library
2nd Floor, Koerner Library
1958 Main Mall
Vancouver, BC Canada V6T 1Z2
Email: library.hr@ubc.ca
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