Director of Collection Management
Indianapolis Public Library (IN)

One part library leader, one part 21^st century collections expert (print and digital) and one part consummate professional—that’s the blend the Indianapolis Public Library is seeking in its newly created Director of Collection Management position. The successful candidate will be capable of thinking strategically and acting tactically to ensure this major urban Library’s collections and technology applications provide reliable access and become that equalizing factor for learning within the community.

The award-winning Indianapolis Public Library is an exciting work environment—as an independent library district with a permanent tax rate exclusively dedicated to public library services—the Library staff (400 FTEs) and almost 500 volunteers serve the 800,000+ citizens of Indianapolis and Marion County through 23 locations, including the stunning new Central Library, the Children’s Museum’s InfoZone, and an active bookmobile. Named a Four-Star library by Library Journal for the past three years, the Library celebrated 3.9 million patron visits and a 14.6 million circulation in 2011. The Library has a $49 million annual budget—a $5.5 million materials budget–and the Library Foundation provides substantial support for programming, materials and technology.

Indianapolis, the state capital and county seat of Marion County, is Indiana's largest city, the 12th largest city in the U.S., the second largest city in the Midwest, and one of the fastest growing regions in the United States. Historically focused on government and industry, Indianapolis today offers a diversified economy in the fields of education, health care, and finance. Tourism is also a vital part of the economy—the City plays host to numerous conventions and sporting events. The region boasts rich cultural amenities and offers excellent recreational activities—all contributing to an outstanding quality of life. Additional information on the Library and the area can be found at Indianapolis Links.

Responsibilities: The Director of Collection Management will be responsible for strategic leadership, management and planning for Library-wide collections including centralized selection, acquisitions, and processing and cataloging of all formats. Utilizing trends in electronic licensing, access, copyright, and traditional collections, the successful candidate will work with library leadership to develop policies and carry out tactical directions for maintaining the Library’s collections—including cataloging and metadata, digital collections, product development and print acquisitions. Duties will also include management of the Library’s shared catalog with local schools and museums in the Partner’s Program; negotiating vendor contracts; performing analysis and evaluation of present or proposed procedures and computer-based solutions to library issues.

Qualifications: ALA-accredited Master's Degree in Library Science; the ability to obtain and retain an Indiana Librarian Certificate 1; and a minimum of six years of professional experience including three years of supervisory experience. The applicant must have broad knowledge of the principles and practices of public libraries particularly multi-branch systems; understanding of library collections, selection, publishing and acquisitions issues; knowledge and understanding of issues related to electronic resources; and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. The complete job description has additional details. Ten years of library experience with at least six years of collection management responsibilities is preferred.

Compensation: The hiring salary range is $75,000-$100,000 with a competitive benefits package.

For further information or to apply, contact Jobeth Bradbury, Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates, [log in to unmask]. A cover letter and current resume as Word (or pdf) attachments will start the application process. This position closes September 16, 2012.

The Indianapolis Public Library is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V and maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Jobeth Bradbury

Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates
4545 Wornall Road, Ste. 805

Kansas City, MO 64111
816-803-7087

www.gossagesager.com
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University Libraries Exempt Vacancy

http://www.lib.utk.edu/employ/exempt/ius-supervisor.html?goback=%2Egde_2179887_member_136926399

University Libraries Exempt Vacancy

Libraries Employment

Position:	Supervisor, Integrated User Services
Reports to:	Integrated User Services Manager
Department	Integrated User Services
Hours	2nd shift, Sunday through Thursday, 3:30pm-12:30am

The University of Tennessee (UT) Libraries seeks an energetic, flexible, responsible, and service-oriented individual to join the Integrated User Services Department as the Evening Supervisor. This department provides public services, student programming, and classroom and information support to students, staff, faculty, and the community.

Position Description:
This is an exempt supervisory position in Hodges Library. This person must make critical decisions that impact operations and security in a high traffic area of the University Libraries during the 2nd shift. The person in this position is responsible for managing public services, overseeing security, and maintaining building operations on the 2nd shift when other supervisors and administrators are not present. Since leaders of units and departments are not present at night, this position must also take action in these areas when necessary. This individual must be dynamic, professional, and diplomatic in the provision of services, oversight of policy interpretation, and decision-making. This position plans and directs the work of Library Customer Support staff during evenings and weekends. The person in this position is accountable for ensuring that each employee under his/her supervision provides accurate and excellent customer service. The individual must work effectively with UT Police, the Office of Information Technology and UT faculty, staff, students and the public.

The person in this position hires, supervises, and evaluates staff and student employees and oversees training for tasks that require a wide range of expertise related to customer service. As an exempt employee, the incumbent must be able to come in on all shifts to address problems and ensure adequate staffing. The person must work independently and with a high level of autonomy. This individual will contribute to overall planning and teamwork necessary to accomplish the IUS Department’s and Libraries’ mission and goals.

Responsibilities / Duties:

Manage the delivery of public services through the main Customer Support Desk, email, telephone or any other method of service delivery employed by the Libraries on the 2nd shift
Supervise and train Customer Support staff and students to ensure that policies and procedures are carried out in a standard and consistent manner
Coordinate with Community Service Officers (CSOs) and UT Police to provide adequate security for the building at night
Must be able to come in on all shifts to address problems and ensure adequate staffing in coordination with the IUS Manager
Assist library users with computer applications and services delivered by the University Libraries

Supervise charge and discharge of circulating collections; problem-solving for self-check equipment
Manage the operation of circulation, reserve, and other modules or software for providing customer service
Schedule Hodges Library rooms including media viewing classrooms, library classrooms, and the Lindsay Young Auditorium
Maintenance of the media collection, physical reserves, and other materials
Tasks related to opening and closing Hodges Library
Other duties as required

This position deals directly with library customers including students, faculty, staff, and the community. This person must be aware of options for retrieval of information in both print and digital formats. Requires expertise with several complex library computer systems, familiarity with organization of the libraries, delivery of materials, Research Services, OIT-managed services. This position combines the need for strong technical skills with high-level customer service and communication skills and is crucial to the smooth operation of the department.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree
Three years recent supervisory experience
Demonstrated record of progressive responsibility in public services environment
Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment accompanied by a creative, flexible, and problem-solving attitude
Knowledge and skills in information based technology related to research and student learning
Ability to work in a changing environment and under pressure
Ability to balance multiple tasks and set priorities independently
Must be able to work all shifts to ensure adequate staffing
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Experience with Windows-based computing and MS Office applications
Good negotiation/mediation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a library setting
Experience using instructional technologies
Proficiency with search strategies used in bibliographic databases, online catalogs, and the Internet

To Apply:
Applications can be downloaded from Human Resources.

Contact Human Resources:
221 Conference Center Building, Knoxville, TN 37996-4125
Office hours are 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Phone: (865) 974-6642

For more information about positions in the Libraries contact Library Human Resources.

More information about the Libraries, the University, and Knoxville

For other positions at the University of Tennessee Knoxville contact University Human Resources.

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Science Information Specialist Opportunity in Orange County, CA!

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Science Information Specialist Opportunity in Orange County, CA!

TRAK Records and Library is recruiting for a Science Information Specialist for their client in Orange County, CA. This long-term position will be responsible for researching and evaluating literature (research data, marketing strategies, federal regulations, etc) related to science and medicine with the purpose of maintaining a propriety database for the organization. Daily responsibilities will include information retrieval and bibliographic updating and maintenance, document retrieval, publishing media alerts internally, and monitoring industry events. Requirements include a four-year degree in science, biomedical literature search experience, familiarity with information systems/database design/computer programming, exceptional analytical and communication skills. This is an immediate and long-term opportunity so send your resume for consideration to [log in to unmask]!

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Spring City, TN – LIBRARY DIRECTOR

The Town of Spring City has a LIBRARY DIRECTOR vacancy. This position reports to the City Manager and receives advisory direction from the Audrey Pack Library Board. In addition to performing Library operation, administration, supervision, patron assistance, and fund raising duties, this position is also responsible for performing duties as defined in the Municipal Charter and Tennessee Code Annotated. This position works closely with the volunteers of the Library Foundation and Friends of the Library non-profit library support entities. Successful applicants must have a high school degree or equivalent, be proficient with the Microsoft suite of software applications, automated office equipment, and have the ability to deal effectively & courteously with the public; previous library experience is desirable. An application may be obtained at www.townofspringcitytn.org; download the application, fully complete, scan & e-mail, with resume, to [log in to unmask] or mail application & resume to P.O. Box 369, Spring City, TN 37381. No phone calls please. Interviews will begin the week of August 20, 2012; the position will remain open until filled. The Town of Spring City is an Equal Opportunity Employer & does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, gender, or national origin.