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Library Marketing Representative

2012-01-26T17:48:22-08:00

SLACK, Inc., Thorofare, NJ

Do you have a background in library or information science? Perhaps you have a career in education, science, or health related professions? Are you looking to change your career path? Are you looking to be a leader and to achieve success by helping us grow how we market and sell to our peer-reviewed Journal customers?

SLACK Incorporated has a unique opportunity for a require a self-starter with excellent critical thinking and analytical skills, as well as the drive and initiative to conceive, implement, and execute new marketing and sales strategies. This is an in-office position located in southern new jersey outside of Philadelphia.

Put your excellent listening, verbal, and communication skills to the test as you join the SLACK Incorporated team and help us with new ventures in all aspects of marketing and sales. You will work with the medical, nursing and allied health library markets, universities, and hospitals, to name a few.

Begin by helping us do research on market and industry trends but grow with us as you take charge of implementing and executing new marketing and sales strategies and plans, therefore, being responsible for increasing our customer base and overall sales.

More information on SLACK Incorporated Peer-Reviewed Journals at www.slackjournals.com; more information on SLACK Incorporated at www.slackinc.com

Masters degree or higher in library or information science preferred. Will also consider degrees in education, science, or health related backgrounds. Three years experience is preferred but not required. Must have proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Programs. Please submit salary requirements along with resume. EOE

TO APPLY
If interested send cover letter and resume with salary requirements to resumes@slackinc.com.
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Emerging Technologies Librarian, Philadelphia

2012-01-26T17:39:11-08:00

Job Number   TU-15035
Campus   Main Campus
Full/Part Time   Full
Date Posted (External)   01/26/2012

Job Qualifications:
The Emerging Technologies Librarian under the general supervision of the Head of Reference and Instructional Services, will identify, evaluate and implement current and emerging technologies and applications for delivery of library services, in collaboration with the Library Technology Services and Digital Library Initiatives Departments. Primary focus shall be on reference and instruction (e.g., virtual reference, discovery, social networking, app development, mobile, instructional technology). Track trends, investigate new developments and applications, and incorporate appropriate technologies into the library environment to improve the library’s public services. Collaborate with Senior Manager in Library Technology Services to generate staff development opportunities for building technology awareness and encourage the adoption of technologies that improve the library’s physical and virtual presence. Build widgets and apps. designed to embed library resources and services into learning spaces. Collect and report statistics and assess impact of technology-based services on library users. Participate in the design and development of the library’s website and instructional and promotional materials. Participate fully in reference and instructional services. Serve as the liaison to the School of Education and provide collection development for education. May supervise student assistants. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience:

ALA accredited Master’s Degree in Library Science.

Required Skills and Abilities:

*Demonstrated experience developing widgets, apps, tutorials or other research/instructional tools.

*Demonstrated ability to provide reference and instructional services.

*Current awareness of issues and trends in information technology and public services.

*Familiarity with standard practices in web development and usability.

*Experience using course management systems, online collaborative productivity tools, and content management systems.

*Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills with the ability to interact with diverse group of students, faculty, and staff.

*Commitment to providing responsive and innovative services to a culturally and racially diverse campus.

Preferred:

*Proficiency with one or more programming languages, and a content management system like Drupal.

*Reference and instruction experience in an academic library.

*Experience providing instructional technology support; experience participating in collaborative web application development, familiarity with XHTML, XML, PHP, and relational databases.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.

See: https://hospats.adminsvc.temple.edu/CSS_External/CSSPage_JobDetail.ASP?T=20120126203656&

Library Assistant, Part Time, New York

2012-01-25T18:32:38-08:00

Briatcliffe College - Patchogue
Tracking Code 11583-139 Job Description •Provide circulation services to students and faculty
•Assist with the ordering, receiving, and cataloging of library resources, such as verifying ordering information, data entry into library system, processing of new books and magazines
•Maintain the collection, such as shelving, inventory, shelf-reading, book repair
•Assist in maintaining records and statistics on the library collection and library use to meet all regulatory reporting requirements
•Test administration
Required Skills •Commitment to excellent customer service
•Strong communication, interpersonal, and problem solving skills
•Attention to detail
•Strong technology skills
•Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population
Required Experience •Some college; Bachelor’s degree preferred
•Library experience preferred
Job Location Patchogue, NY US Position Type Part-Time
See: https://careereducationhr.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&jobid=11583&company_id=16139&source=ONLINE&JobOwner=994034&byBusinessUnit=NULL&bycountry=0&bystate=0&bylocation=&keywords=&byCat=&tosearch=yes&jobBoardId=1112

Senior Library Clerk - Technical Services, New York

2012-01-25T18:30:35-08:00

Requisition Number: 0206071276
Position Type: Union Clerical
Position Status: Full-Time
Department: CA/Digital Resources
Responsibilities:

This full-time position reports directly to the Assistant Director for Technical Services within the University Libraries. This position primarily processes music materials at the Scherman Music Library, located at Mannes College The New School for Music. In addition to processing duties, this position includes circulation responsibilities on Saturdays when classes are in session.

Responsibilities:
1. Maintain basic holdings and items records in the library catalog
2. Receive and process library materials
3. Prepare materials for binding and basic repair
4. Perform circulation desk operations, including the lending of materials to other libraries via Inter-Library Loan
5. Other duties as required

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Ability to work effectively with library staff, faculty, and students
2. High degree of dependability, organization and attention to detail
3. Ability to work on Saturdays during semester
4. Ability to read music including scores

Preferred Qualifications:

1. A bachelor’s degree, preferably in music
2. 1-3 years working within a library environment
3. Ability to perform basic navigation of internet resources
4. Able to work independently on projects
5. Strong customer service skills

See: https://careers.newschool.edu/postings/7617

Reference/Special Collections Librarian, New York

2012-01-25T18:27:18-08:00

The Fordham Law School Library provides the law school community with resources that are essential for legal research in today's world, both in print and electronic format. The library has 29 full-time staff members, including 14 professional librarians, nine of whom have law degrees in addition to library degrees. Fordham Law School is located on the westside of Manhattan. It is across the street from Lincoln Center and a variety of other outstanding cultural institutions. In addition, Central Park is only three blocks away.

The Reference/Special Collections Librarian will:
• Provide extensive general reference assistance to law students, faculty and administrators at the reference desk

• Identify needs, set priorities, and provide direction regarding the preservation, conservation, and digitization of the special collections as a member of the Archives/Institutional Repository Committee

• Facilitate access to the law library archive and special collection for Law School departments, faculty and outside users

• Serve as library liaison to faculty members and administrators, including those with an interest in law school history and alumni

• Create research guides and finding aids for law school archives and special collections materials

• Participate in collection development activities as a member of the Acquisitions Committee

• Prepare and execute informational displays and educational exhibits

• Contribute to the development, implementation and evaluation of reference and public services policies, procedures and publications

• Participate, as an Associate Adjunct Professor of Law, in introductory and advanced legal research instruction programs

• Report to the Head of Reference who may assign additional functions as necessary

Requirements

• M.L.S. or equivalent from an A.L.A. accredited library school • J.D. from an A.B.A. accredited law school or equivalent non-U.S. law degree
• Specialized training in, experience with or strong interest in the special collections and archives

• Knowledge of or strong interest in learning archival management, conservation and digitization

• Substantial knowledge of print-based and online legal research systems and resources

• Strong service orientation

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to work evening, weekend and holiday hours

• Internship or practicum in legal research in academic setting preferred

• Demonstrated commitment to forward-looking library practices and technologies preferred

To apply for this position, please send a resume, cover letter and names and contact information for three references to: Robert J. Nissenbaum, Director of the Law Library and Professor of Law, via email at rnissenbaum@law.fordham.edu or via mail to Fordham Law School Library, 140 West 62nd Street, Room 132A, New York, N.Y. 10023
See: http://careers.aallnet.org/jobs/4647297/reference-special-collections-librarian

Records Analyst, New York

2012-01-25T18:23:18-08:00

Job Code: 72623
Location: New York, NY US
Job Type: Full Time
Job Level: Experienced (Non-Manager)
Education: Some College
Category: Consulting Services
Position Summary:

HBR Consulting, LLC helps law firms and law departments plan, implement and measure key business, information and technology initiatives. Our expertise is unmatched in every aspect of professional services firm management. In addition, our reputation for helping firms identify and implement practical solutions and enhanced business processes has enabled us to work with the world's leading firms.
With offices throughout the US and in London, our clients benefit from a truly global perspective. We offer a vast array of tailored services that are bolstered by a strategic understanding, including strategy and vision counseling, organizational infrastructure and governance, mergers and acquisitions, client relationship management, practice management, partnership issues, crisis management/ restructuring/dissolutions, professional development, marketing, executive recruiting, research and information services, litigation support, technology infrastructure, knowledge management, risk management, peer benchmarking, and educational programs through the Hildebrandt Institute.

Records Analyst – New York

As a part of our dedicated and growing team, you will open and close files, perform data entry, fulfill file requests, re-shelve files, handle off-site storage tasks, as well as work on special projects as assigned.

The ideal candidate would also be able to assume the following primary duties and responsibilities:
•Perform complex analytical or interpretive tasks and apply specialized technical skills
•Provide operational and technical expertise on a project or request basis
•Develop and write procedures and provide training to departmental personnel

Requirements

Qualifications:
•Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred but will consider equivalent records management experience
•Minimum of 3-5 years records management experience, preferably in a mid to large sized law firm
•2+ years utilizing automated RM systems, legal-specific applications preferred
•Strong computer and database skills including working knowledge of desktop office software
•Working knowledge of retention guidelines and relevant records and information management technology applications for records retention
•Experience in the management of legal information and records in all media formats

Desired Qualifications:
•2–4 years experience in records management or as a paralegal in a law firm or other law environment or have one or more years of college with specialized course work in administrative management and computer technology
•Significant experience utilizing document management systems, iManage (FileSite, DeskSite) applications preferred
•Experience with LegalKEY or IRM records management software
•Experience in project management and with project management software tools
•Experience operating computer-based imaging equipment (e.g. imaging systems, scanners, digital and microfilm cameras, and other electronic media) and processing documents for electronic data capture

Benefits:

We value our employees’ time and efforts. Our benefits package includes a competitive salary of $40K-$50K annually, depending on experience, a great benefits plan, and future growth opportunities within the company. Plus, we work to maintain the best possible environment for our employees, where people can learn and grow with the company. We strive to provide a collaborative, creative environment where each person feels encouraged to contribute to our processes, decisions, planning and culture.

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See: https://insperity.ats.hrsmart.com/cgi-bin/a/highlightjob.cgi?jobid=72623

The Future of Libraries Internship, New York

2012-01-23T15:20:49-08:00

EdLab at Teachers College, Columbia University, New York, NY

The EdLab at Teachers College, Columbia University is pleased to announce that we are accepting applications for our 2012 summer internship program. The internship runs from June 11th to August 17th. We will consider applications on a rolling basis. To apply, send a resume and cover letter to edlabjobs@tc.columbia.edu. In your cover letter, please speak to your qualifications for and interest in specific projects or project teams (see below). All 2012 summer interns will receive stipends at competitive rates.

The Future of Libraries Internship
Get acquainted with the future of technical services! We operate an intensely data-driven Materials and Acquisitions department poised to revolutionize traditional library services. Centered in the EdLab, we go beyond traditional content delivery to explore creative production, product management, social media marketing, and digital archiving. We seek interns with a passion for ushering libraries into the future.

All EdLab Summer Interns participate in a range of lab-wide activities and events, all interns contribute to the EdLab blog and other publications, and all interns have the opportunity to join EdLab teams as they present and participate in conferences and workshops related to EdLab projects.
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Department Head, Circulation Services and Interlibrary Loan, New York

2012-01-23T15:12:01-08:00

Campus Description: Stony Brook University, home to many highly ranked graduate research programs, is located 60 miles from New York City on Long Island's scenic North Shore. Our 1,100-acre campus is home to 24,000 undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students and more than 13,500 faculty and staff. The University is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities and co-manager of nearby Brookhaven National Laboratory, a multidisciplinary research laboratory supporting world class scientific programs utilizing state-of-the-art facilities. Stony Brook University Medical Center is Suffolk County's only academic medical center and tertiary care provider. Many opportunities exist for collaborative research, and in some cases, joint appointments with BNL or with Medical School departments.
FAST TRACK
Descriptive Title: Department Head, Circulation Services and Interlibrary Loan REF#: F-7074-12-01-F
Budget Title: Assistant Librarian Faculty Position
Department: Library Campus: Stony Brook West Campus/HSC
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Required Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS degree. Two years of full time library work experience. Demonstrated ability to coordinate the borrowing and lending of physical and digital library collections through library circulation operations, interlibrary loan, and document delivery services. Two years minimum full time supervisory experience. Demonstrated knowledge of current technology trends as they apply to the design and delivery of information services. Experience with integrated library automation systems. Demonstrated record of ongoing professional development and contribution. Ability to take initiative, prioritize, meet deadlines and manage change. Demonstrated ability to provide customer service. Strong understanding of copyright principles. Knowledge of trends in resource sharing and scholarly communications in relevant disciplines. Strong analytical, organization, customer service, interpersonal and communication skills. Demonstrated ability to apply existing and emerging technology to new projects/ventures. Ability to work both independently and collegially in a demanding and rapidly changing environment.
Preferred Qualifications: Work experience in an academic or research library. Working knowledge of OCLC and ILLiad systems. Experience with Ariel, QuickDoc, and DocLine. Experience with ExLibris Aleph management system. Teaching experience in a classroom setting. Knowledge of current issues and trends in mobile and Web 2.0 technologies. Library collection development experience.

Responsibilities & Requirements: The Stony Brook University Libraries seek a user-oriented and innovative librarian to join its team. The Head of Circulation Services and Interlibrary Loan will explore new models of access and library collection sharing, incorporate emerging technologies, analyze workflows, and provide services that are responsive to the information needs of the university in a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment. This position participates in the setting of policies in consultation with other Department Heads, Associate Directors, and the Dean and Director of Libraries. The Head of Circulation Services and Interlibrary Loan will be responsible for the following:

Direct supervision of staffing for the Circulation Services and Interlibrary Loan Departments for the Health Sciences Library and the West Campus Libraries.
Supervise student assistants in all of assigned areas, as required.
Supervise management of the Main Stacks, including circulating materials and serials processing, as appropriate.
Streamline electronic delivery of library resources.
Set policy standards for loan periods, fines and billing for overdue, missing, and lost items.
Identify appropriate technological advancements to implement improved circulation and material delivery services.
Deliver reports detailing borrowing and lending trends.
Provide and ensure superior customer service.
Generate financial reports of expenditures and revenue related to interlibrary loan, document delivery, and circulation services.
Compile and maintain statistical reports for interlibrary loan, document delivery, and circulation policies and procedures.
Serve as Copyright Clearance Center librarian representative for the campus.
Communicate and consult with campus legal counsel regarding fair use and copyright compliance in library material requests and use.
Provide specialized information delivery support as needed and by appointment.
Participate in library information literacy and research support activities.
Design and collaborate with other librarians to produce web-based research guides and tutorials.
Utilize social networks and other technologies to create awareness about library services and resources.
Take on collection development duties, act as a library subject specialist, and serve as a departmental liaison for academic departments.
Work collaboratively with faculty to assist them with document delivery instruction, including designing effective training tools and user education.
Participate in library-wide activities and serve on library and university committees.
Participate in and contribute to professional organizations and scholarly activities.
Engage in library and professional development activities.
Perform additional duties, as assigned.

Special Notes: This is a tenure track position. Faculty rank and salary dependent upon qualifications and experience. FLSA Exempt position, not eligible for the overtime provisions of the FLSA. Internal and external search to occur simultaneously. Anticipated Start Date: As soon as possible. Some evenings and weekend work will be required.

The selected candidate must successfully clear a background investigation.

Application Procedure: Those interested in this position should submit a State employment application, cover letter, resume/CV and the names of three professional references to:

Linda A. Catanese
Library, Director's Office
Melville Library, W-1511
Stony Brook University
Stony Brook, NY 11794-3300

Applications for this position must be received, as specified in the Application Procedure Section, no later than 5:00 PM Eastern Time on 02/03/2012, unless specifically noted otherwise in the Special Notes Section.

STONY BROOK UNIVERSITY IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER AND EDUCATOR.
IF YOU NEED A DISABILITY-RELATED ACCOMMODATION, PLEASE CALL THE UNIVERSITY HUMAN RESOURCE SERVICES DEPARTMENT AT (631) 632-6161 OR THE UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AT (631) 444-4700.
IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TITLE II CRIME AWARENESS AND SECURITY ACT, A COPY OF OUR CRIME STATISTICS IS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST BY CALLING (631) 632-7786. IT CAN ALSO BE VIEWED ON-LINE AT THE UNIVERSITY POLICE WEBSITE AT http://www.stonybrook.edu/police

Job Category: A) Faculty and Librarian Positions. Posting Date: 01/22/2012
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Dean of Library Services

2012-01-23T15:05:26-08:00

The Dean of Library Services oversees all aspects of the College library including branch locations. The Dean manages and supervises personnel, facilities, and the allocation of resources. In providing library services in coordination with the College community, the Dean plans, organizes, communicates, coordinates, supervises and schedules library activities and functions. Principle duties also include strategic leadership in all Library matters including building utilization and expansion as well as leadership in reference/access services, collection development, technical services, and electronic resources management. This position reports to the Academic Vice President.

Qualifications: Master’s degree from an American Library Association-accredited school; Doctorate preferred. Must have five years administrative experience in an academic library; demonstrated effective leadership skills including supervision of faculty and staff; excellent communication, interpersonal and technical skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, as well as manage organizational change and growth and transformation in library services; capacity for developing and sustaining effective relationships with other administrators, personnel, faculty, students, and public.

Position offers a competitive salary, full benefits package and annual contract.

All interested candidates should send a letter of intent (including the job code ADMIN-LIBRARY), curriculum vitae, salary requirements, and three professional references with current contact information. Application materials will be accepted until position is filled. Send materials by e-mail with the appropriate job code in the subject line to employment@bergen.edu, or by fax to (201) 251-4987, or by mail to:

Bergen Community CollegeDepartment of Human Resources400 Paramus Road, Room A316Paramus, New Jersey 07652

EOE/NJ First Act Employer/Smoke-Free and Drug-Free Workplace
See: http://www.bergen.edu/pages1/Pages/8013.aspx

Library Technician, Philadelphia

2012-01-23T15:03:29-08:00

Circulation Department, Connelly Library

Number of Available Positions :
1 Regular position(s).

Position Description:

The Circulation Department of the Connelly Library has a full-time Library Technician position available. The Library Technician works under the direction of the Evening Circulation Desk Supervisor. This position provides access services to the La Salle community, including: general public service assistance, circulation and reserve assistance at the Circulation Desk, creating and editing content for the Library's digital collections, and maintaining the Library's physical book collections. This position requires good interpersonal skills, basic computer skills and the ability to work unsupervised.

Normal hours for this position are Sunday, noon – 8 pm; Monday – Wednesday, 4:00 pm – midnight; and Saturday, 10:00 am – 6:00 pm. Days and hours vary during semester breaks, holidays, exams and summer sessions.

Qualifications:

Physical Requirements: Must be able to move freely through the Library's common areas including the stacks and stairwells. Must be able to handle books to process or shelve them, including lifting large volumes and bending or reaching to shelve them.

Full benefits package including tuition remission.

Applicants should submit a detailed resume and three business references by February 13, 2012, to:

For more details on this position or to submit your cover letter, resume and other required information, please contact:
Christopher Kibler
Connelly Library
1900 West Olney Ave., Box 810
Philadelphia, PA 19141

kibler@lasalle.edu

This position was posted on 1/23/2012.

La Salle University is a Roman Catholic university in the tradition of the De La Salle Christian Brothers and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds who can contribute to our unique educational mission. For a complete mission statement, please click here.

La Salle University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

AA/EOE

See: http://www.lasalle.edu/financeadmin/hresources/jobs.php?id=299