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1. [@SLAhq] #LISjobs Information Management Specialist – Library Search & Discovery | Sandia National Laboratories bit.ly/1kmkeNS #LibJobs 
2. [AUTO-Cat] Position Announcement / Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services / Fresno,
     CA
3. [LIBJOBS] bibliothécaire spécialiste des ressources électroniques
3.5 [LIBJOBS] ELECTRONIC RESOURCES LIBRARIAN, Limited Term Appointment



1. [@SLAhq] #LISjobs Information Management Specialist – Library Search & Discovery | Sandia National Laboratories bit.ly/1kmkeNS #LibJobs 
http://careercenter.sla.org/jobs/6068411/information-management-specialist-library-search-discovery?utm_medium=twitter&utm_source=twitterfeed
Posted:
March 13, 2014
Location:
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Salary:
Open
Type:
Full Time - Experienced
Categories:
Engineering, Government and Military, Information Technology
Preferred Education:
Masters

The Sandia National Laboratories Technical Library provides quality information products and services that support the research needs of the engineers, scientists, and staff of Sandia National Laboratories.  Using the most current technology and employee expertise, the Technical Library acquires, organizes, manages, and delivers a variety of information resources and systems.

Job Description
Information Management Specialist

Job Summary (Job Opening ID: 645642)

Are you looking for a challenge?  Are you interested in information management and in helping researchers find the information they need to be successful in their work?  Are you interested in moving the discoverability of information forward in new and creative ways?  The Sandia Technical Library is looking for an individual who has these interests at heart; as well as an individual who has an interest in the kind of work, products and services that a research library delivers.  In the perfect role, the selected individual will have technical responsibilities for the Library’s discovery layers – including the Ex Libris products of Primo and SFX and the Library’s Sirsi-Dynix Horizon integrated library system (ILS). The selected individual will work closely with, joined at the hip of sorts, with the Technical Library’s Web/SharePoint Librarian to develop and deploy solutions that enable the Sandia Research community to find the information they need in support of mission work.  The selected individual will also work with, as directed by Library Management, with a sister IT organization in the further development of search and discovery tools that improve our service to Library customers.

Primary Duties

  • Translates business needs into information solutions and defines solutions to business problems through reasoned application of information management principles
  • May work with management information systems specialist to optimize information management software applications that link through networks, in existing stand-alone computers, or to coordinate data systems in intranet environments
  • Describes information and relationships in taxonomies, metadata schemas, and ontologies, which may be used for organization, retrieval, or presentation of information
  • May work with internal clients to manage and use information management systems or tools to collect and disseminate information, communications, and data to internal and external team members and customers
  • May work with internal clients on selection, configuration, and use of information management systems and integrated information management solutions
  • Ensures information management and communication tools evolve to meet the users’ changing communication and collaboration requirements
  • May establish inventories of information repositories and sources, and explore opportunities for information reuse and repurpose
  • Assists with implementing information systems to meet business and user requirements
  • Tests applications and reports to ensure accuracy and completeness
  • Conducts and participates in multidisciplinary research and collaborates with software developers and customers in the design, development, and testing of custom applications
  • Works with clients and staff to conduct high-level investigations for strategies, requirements specifications, and feasibility studies, and communicates requirements to members of the workforce

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

  • Demonstrates knowledge of the six domain areas across the spectrum of content and information management:  access/use; capture/manage; plan/implement; collaborate/deliver; secure/preserve; and architecture/systems
  • Demonstrates analytical and project management ability and attention to detail
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong teaming skills
  • Ability to incorporate mission needs into information management solutions
  • Ability to successfully interact with multiple levels of management
  • Ability to establish effective relationships with internal and external contacts

Required

  • A Bachelor's degree in Library Science, Computer Information Systems, or related field
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a required DOE security clearance

Desired

  • A cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher for undergraduate and 3.5 or higher for graduate degrees
  • A Master's degree in Library Science, Computer Information Systems, or related field plus 2 or more years of experience
  • A minimum of two-years of experience with the technical management and support of library technologies – such as search discovery tools, integrated library systems and link-resolvers
  • Technical experience with the Ex Libris products Primo and SFX
  • Technical experience with the Sirsi-Dynix Horizon integrated library system
  • Technical experience with deploying an open-source integrated library system
  • Demonstrated programming skills in a variety of computer languages

Questions about the position should be directed to Donald Guy at email [log in to unmask]

Posting closes April 26, 2014

NOTES:
Employer will assist with relocation costs.

Additional Salary Information: Information Management Professionals at Sandia National Laboratories enjoy an excellent salary package that will vary depending on education, qualifications and experience, and are afforded opportunities to engage in a variety of information science work that is only limited by one's interest, desire and capacity to grow and seek new learnings.
Internal Number: 645642
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2. [AUTO-Cat] Position Announcement / Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services / Fresno,
     CA
Date:    Wed, 12 Mar 2014 14:10:17 -0700
From:    Julie Moore <[log in to unmask]>
Subject: Position Announcement / Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services / Fresno, CA

Apologies for cross-posting.

Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services

Full-time, tenure-track position

The Henry Madden Library at California State University, Fresno seeks a knowledgeable, innovative, team-oriented librarian to join our faculty as Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services, managing the Metadata and Resource Description Unit. The incumbent will oversee a staff of one librarian and three library support specialists. Cataloging includes original and copy cataloging of all formats, including print and special formats, authority control, database maintenance, and special projects. Metadata includes all aspects of developing the institutional repository (IR) metadata creation and ingest procedures. The incumbent will establish policies; develop procedures; set goals; design and monitor workflow; adopt and implement new technologies; supervise, train, and evaluate staff; serve as a member of the Library Council; participate in faculty governance, administrative committees, and special library projects and campus committees.

Submit application materials by April 20, 2014. Open until filled.

Visit https://my.csufresno.edu/x/?k=hrjov&v=HRS_JOB_OPENING_ID=12204
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Julie Renee Moore
Head of Cataloging
California State University, Fresno
[log in to unmask]
559-278-5813
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3. [LIBJOBS] bibliothécaire spécialiste des ressources électroniques
Les Bibliothèques de l’Université Concordia
sont à la recherche d’un :

bibliothécaire spécialiste des ressources électroniques
Poste à durée déterminée

Remarque : Le masculin est utilisé pour faciliter la lecture.

Les Bibliothèques de l’Université Concordia recherchent un bibliothécaire énergique et ingénieux aimant le travail d’équipe et la collaboration, pour développer, gérer et évaluer leur offre de ressources électroniques destinée à la communauté d’utilisateurs. Il s’agit d’un poste à temps plein d’une durée de 12 mois, avec possibilité de renouvellement.

Située à Montréal, l’une des villes les plus agréables d’Amérique du Nord, l’Université Concordia figure parmi les établissements d’enseignement supérieur les plus dynamiques du Canada. Axée sur la diversité, l’accessibilité, la responsabilité sociale et l’innovation, elle compte plus de 40 000 étudiants (dont 3 200 étudiants étrangers) et près de 1 800 professeurs et chargés de cours. Elle est reconnue pour l’expérience enrichissante qu’elle offre à ses étudiants et pour son solide engagement communautaire.

Les Bibliothèques de l’Université Concordia servent une communauté universitaire pleine de vitalité par l’entremise de deux succursales : Georges‑P.‑Vanier au campus Loyola et R.‑Howard‑Webster au campus Sir‑George‑Williams. Leurs services se basent sur le cadre stratégique<http://www.concordia.ca/about/strategic-framework.html> et le plan directeur<https://www.concordia.ca/about/strategic-framework/academic-plan.html> de l’Université. Pour en savoir davantage sur les services et le fonctionnement des bibliothèques, rendez-vous à http://library.concordia.ca/.

Sous l’autorité du bibliothécaire associé au Service des collections, et en collaboration avec le coordonnateur des ressources électroniques, le titulaire sera responsable de négocier les licences régissant l’acquisition et le renouvellement des ressources électroniques; d’assurer l’acquisition de ressources électroniques et l’accès à ces dernières en temps opportun; d’apporter un soutien aux responsables de la sélection des documents dans le choix, l’évaluation et la priorisation des ressources électroniques; et d’élaborer un programme d’évaluation des ressources électroniques en plus d’en assurer la mise en place.

Les personnes occupant un poste à durée déterminée peuvent bénéficier de reconductions subséquentes si leur rendement au travail est satisfaisant, et sous réserve des besoins de l’unité et de la disponibilité des fonds. Au total, la nomination initiale à un poste à durée déterminée et les reconductions subséquentes ne doivent pas excéder 36 mois ou trois années consécutives.

Les bibliothécaires sont membres de l’Association des professeurs de l’Université Concordia (APUC<http://www.concordia.ca/content/dam/concordia/services/hr/docs/relations/bargaining/2013-CUFA-FRE-tentative.pdf>).


Principales responsabilités

Passer en revue et négocier les licences d’utilisation; gérer les problèmes de conformité.

En collaboration avec les éditeurs et les fournisseurs, coordonner les essais et résoudre les problèmes de licence, de tarif et d’accès.

Gérer les achats et les renouvellements de ressources électroniques.

En collaboration avec les responsables de la sélection des documents, repérer et prioriser les nouvelles acquisitions potentielles.

Conjointement avec le coordonnateur des ressources électroniques, élaborer un plan en vue de l’établissement d’un programme d’évaluation des ressources électroniques et en amorcer la mise en œuvre.

Analyser et diffuser les données sur l’utilisation; préparer des rapports qui contribueront à une prise de décision opportune en matière de collections.

À titre de membre de l’équipe responsable des ressources électroniques, gérer les ententes entre bibliothèques sur les ressources électroniques, au besoin.

En collaboration avec les autres bibliothécaires et le personnel du Service des collections, ainsi que le Service des systèmes des Bibliothèques, assurer l’acquisition de ressources électroniques et l’accès à ces dernières en temps opportun; au moyen du système de gestion approprié (module III), de ProQuest 360 (anciennement Serials Solutions) et d’autres services externes, maintenir à jour les dossiers relatifs aux ressources électroniques.

S’assurer que les changements apportés aux ressources électroniques sont communiqués au personnel et aux utilisateurs.

En collaboration avec le coordonnateur des ressources électroniques, les responsables de la sélection des documents et le personnel des communications, faire connaître les ressources électroniques offertes à la communauté des utilisateurs de Concordia.

Surveiller les tendances et l’évolution de la situation en ce qui a trait aux ressources électroniques.


Exigences

Diplôme de maîtrise d’une école de bibliothéconomie agréée par l’American Library Association (ALA), ou formation équivalente acceptée comme condition d’admission à la Corporation des bibliothécaires professionnels du Québec.

Expérience récente au sein d’une bibliothèque universitaire, ou l’équivalent.
Expérience en acquisition et en gestion des ressources électroniques, notamment à l’aide d’un système informatique.
Connaissance des pratiques exemplaires ou expérience en matière de gestion de licences et de développement de collections de ressources électroniques.
Connaissance des solutions établies ou émergentes qui facilitent l’accès aux ressources électroniques, comme les résolveurs de liens et les systèmes de gestion des ressources électroniques, ou souci de se tenir à jour dans ce domaine.
Volonté et aptitude éprouvées à appliquer des idées novatrices afin d’atteindre les objectifs de l’Université.

Sens aigu de l’analyse et de la résolution de problèmes, flexibilité et capacité à travailler de manière autonome ou en équipe dans un milieu qui évolue rapidement.

Aptitude pour le service à la clientèle, et capacité d’agir avec diplomatie avec le public et les collègues dans un milieu multiculturel.

Aptitude à gérer des projets ainsi qu’à traiter plusieurs priorités et tâches à la fois.

Excellent sens de la communication et aptitudes démontrées à faire des présentations orales. Aptitude à préparer et à présenter des rapports écrits et oraux de qualité.

Volonté de partager son expertise, de travailler en équipe et de négocier des solutions avec divers groupes.
Maîtrise de l’anglais parlé et écrit. De préférence, maîtrise du français parlé et connaissance de base du français écrit.


Salaire et avantages sociaux

Le poste sera pourvu au rang de bibliothécaire adjoint, au salaire annuel de 50 816 $. Tous les postes sont assortis d’une gamme d’avantages sociaux complète et concurrentielle.

L’Université Concordia souscrit au principe de l’équité en matière d’emploi.


Modalités d’offre de services

Veuillez nous faire parvenir :
·         une lettre de motivation;
·         une déclaration de votre statut au regard de la citoyenneté;
·         votre curriculum vitæ;
·         le nom, l’adresse électronique et le numéro de téléphone de trois personnes pouvant fournir des références professionnelles à votre sujet.

Le dossier de chaque candidat qualifié sera examiné. Les citoyens canadiens et résidents permanents auront priorité.

Vous pouvez soumettre votre candidature par courriel à Mme Natalie Kaloust, coordonnatrice du personnel des bibliothèques, à l’adresse [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>.

Date limite de soumission des candidatures : le lundi 31 mars 2014 à 17 heures.
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3.5 [LIBJOBS] ELECTRONIC RESOURCES LIBRARIAN, Limited Term Appointment
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CONCORDIA UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES
invites applications for:


ELECTRONIC RESOURCES LIBRARIAN
Limited Term Appointment

Concordia University Libraries seeks an energetic and resourceful librarian, as part of a collaborative team, to develop, manage, and assess electronic resources offerings by Concordia Libraries to its user community. This is a full-time 12-month appointment, with possibility of renewal.


Concordia University is one of Canada's most dynamic universities in one of North America's most livable cities. It reflects a unique blend of commitments to diversity, accessibility, social responsibility, and innovation. With over 40,000 students (3,200 international) and nearly 1,800 full-time and part-time professors, Concordia is recognized for offering a rich academic experience combined with strong community engagement.

Concordia University Libraries serves the lively university community from two campus libraries, the Georges Vanier Library at the Loyola campus and the R. Howard Webster Library at the Sir George Williams campus. Its services are founded upon the university's strategic framework<http://www.concordia.ca/about/strategic-framework.html> and academic plan<https://www.concordia.ca/about/strategic-framework/academic-plan.html>. For more information about the services and operations of the Libraries, see http://library.concordia.ca/.

Under the direction of the Associate University Librarian, Collections Services, and in collaboration with the Electronic Resources Coordinator, the Electronic Resources Librarian will negotiate license terms for the acquisition and renewal of electronic resources; ensure timely acquisition of, and access to, electronic resources; provide support to selectors in the selection, assessment, and prioritization of e-resources; and develop and initiate implementation of an e-resources assessment program.

Individuals holding limited-term appointments may receive subsequent reappointments, given continued funding and need, as well as satisfactory job performance. Together, the initial and subsequent limited-term appointments may not exceed 36 months or a span of three consecutive years.

Librarians are members of the Concordia University Faculty Association (CUFA<http://www.concordia.ca/content/dam/concordia/services/hr/docs/relations/bargaining/2013-CUFA-EN-tentative.pdf>).


Primary Tasks

Reviews and negotiates license agreements and compliance issues.

Works with publishers and vendors to coordinate trials and resolve issues of licensing, pricing, and access.

Manages purchases and renewals for electronic resources.

Collaborates with subject selectors to identify and prioritize potential new acquisitions.

Working with the Electronic Resources Coordinator, develops and initiates implementation of a plan for an e-resources assessment program.

Analyzes and disseminates usage data, and prepares reports to assist in timely decision-making about collections.

As part of an e-resources team, manages consortial agreements for electronic resources as assigned.

Works with other Collection Services librarians and staff, as well as the Library Systems Department, to ensure timely acquisition of, and access to, electronic resources; and the maintenance of up-to-date records for electronic resources using the Electronic Resource Management (ERM) module (III), ProQuest 360 (formerly Serials Solutions), and other external services.

Ensures that changes in electronic resources are communicated to staff and users.

Working with the Electronic Resources Coordinator, collaborates with selectors and communications staff in raising awareness in the Concordia user community of available electronic resources.

Monitors trends and developments in electronic resources.


Qualifications

Master's degree from a library school accredited by the American Library Association, or approved equivalent education and training acceptable for membership in the Corporation of Professional Librarians of Québec.

Recent professional experience in an academic library, or other relevant experience.
Experience with acquisition and management of electronic resources, including E-Resource Management Systems (ERMs).
Knowledge of best practices, and/or experience in licensing and collection development of electronic resources.
Interest in, or knowledge of, current and emerging technologies to improve access to electronic resources, including link resolvers and management of electronic resources.
Demonstrated commitment and ability to apply creative ideas in the pursuit of institutional goals.

Strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills, flexibility, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a rapidly changing environment.

Aptitude for service oriented work, and ability to work with the public and colleagues in a tactful manner in a multicultural environment.

Ability to manage projects, and to handle multiple priorities and tasks.

Demonstrated excellent communication and presentation skills. Ability to prepare and present quality written and oral reports.

Willingness to share expertise, work in teams, and negotiate solutions with diverse groups.
Oral and written fluency in English required. Oral fluency and basic written French are assets.


Salary and Benefits

The position will be filled at the rank of Assistant Librarian at the salary of $50,816. All appointments include a competitive and comprehensive benefit package.

Concordia University is committed to employment equity.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates must supply:
·         a letter of interest;
·         citizenship information;
·         curriculum vitae;
·         the names, email addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references.

All qualified candidates will be considered. Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

Candidates should apply in confidence by email to Ms. Natalie Kaloust, Library Personnel Coordinator at [log in to unmask]<mailto:[log in to unmask]>

Applications must be received by no later than 5:00 p.m. on Monday, March 31st, 2014.