Colgate University Libraries
Head of Special Collections and University Archivist
Colgate University seeks an innovative, collaborative, and service-oriented professional to serve as Head of Special Collections and University Archivist. The successful candidate will provide leadership, vision, planning, and management for the Special Collections and University Archives of the Colgate University Libraries and participate in the development, preservation, organization, promotion and digitization of the collections with particular focus on management of the University Archives; engage in active outreach and educational planning that reinforces the significance of primary source materials as curricular resources; provide research and teaching access to the collections; and plan for and carry out digital content creation in CONTENTdm.
Reporting to the University Librarian, the individual will oversee the work of the Special Collections, Metadata, and Web Librarian, the Conservation Technician, and student workers, possess a creative approach to the implementation of strategic changes in the department’s procedures, ensure responsive, high quality operations; and develop innovative programs and technologies to meet collections management and patron research needs.
REQUIRED: Accredited master’s degree in library, information science, archives or museum studies or equivalent and three years experience with archives and special collections. Knowledge of standard desktop software applications and digital imaging, delivery, storage, and standards such as DAC, EAD, and Dublin Core, and experience with digitization. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Must be able to lift and shelve boxes weighing up to 40 pounds. Oother requirements, job description, and application procedures are at: http://exlibris.colgate.edu/joinus.html. Review of applications will begin January 18, 2010.
Additional information about Colgate University, the Colgate Libraries, the Special Collections and University Archives, and the position can be found at http://exlibris.colgate.edu/joinus.html.
Application procedure: Submit an online letter of application, resume or curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information of three professional references via email required in PDF or Microsoft Word format to:
Karen Johnston, Administrative Coordinator to the University Librarian
kjohnston@colgate.edu
If preferred as a secondary copy, paper applications may be mailed to:
Karen Johnston, Administrative Coordinator to the University Librarian
Case Library, Colgate University
13 Oak Drive
Hamilton, NY 13346
Colgate University is a highly selective private liberal arts university with a student body of about 2,800 located in Hamilton, NY. The successful candidate will enjoy the opportunity to work in a completely renovated and expanded library and information technology center that includes a learning commons and multi-media production facilities. Colgate is an EO/AA employer. Developing and sustaining a diverse faculty, staff, and student body further the university’s educational mission. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.
Tuesday, December 29, 2009
Project Archivist, Historical Sound Recordings, Yale University
Project Archivist, Historical Sound Recordings
Irving S. Gilmore Music Library
Yale University
New Haven, CT
Rank: Librarian I-II
Fixed Duration: Approximately 18 months from date of hire, 30-June-2011 end date
Schedule: Full-time (37.5 hours); Standard Work Week (M-F, 8:30 – 5:00)
The University and the Library
One of the world's leading research libraries, Yale University Library is a full partner in teaching, research, and learning at Yale and is visited by scholars from around the world. A distinctive strength is its rich spectrum of resources, including approximately thirteen million volumes and information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to early printed books to electronic databases. The Library is engaging in numerous projects to expand access to its physical and digital collections. Housed in twenty-two buildings including the Sterling Memorial Library, the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, and the new Bass Library, it employs a dynamic and diverse staff of nearly six hundred who offer innovative and flexible services to library readers. To learn more about Yale University Library and its collections and services, visit www.library.yale.edu.
Historical Sound Recordings Collection
The purpose of the Yale Collection of Historical Sound Recordings (HSR) is to collect, preserve, and make available for study historical recordings of performers important in the fields of Western classical music, jazz, American musical theater, drama, literature, and history (including oratory). The collection, found by Mr. and Mrs. Laurence C. Witten II with their collection of early vocal recordings devoted to styles and practices of nineteenth-century singing, considered among the finest of such collections, has been extended into other subjects areas mentioned. The recordings in HSR now number over 160,000, in a variety of formats. They document performance practice from the beginning of the recording era (ca. 1890) to the present day. The Collection holds a large library of printed materials and microforms which provide information about composers, performers, and the recording industry and include discographical data useful for locating and dating recordings. The books have been cataloged in Orbis. Staff-accessible finding aids have been prepared for many of the recordings. Beginning in 2006 with generous funding from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, HSR and sound archives at New York Public Library and Stanford University undertook to provide full-level cataloging of 78-rpm (pre-LP) recordings. For more information on the project, along with links labels cataloged and selected recordings, see Unlocking Historical Sound Recordings.
Position Description
Historical Sound Recordings (HSR) seeks an early career professional with processing experience and knowledge of classical music, jazz, and/or American literature to process selected collections of archival audio, video, and paper materials in HSR. Reporting to the Curator of Historical Sound Recordings, the Archivist will assist with the development of appropriate processing plans for the various collections, and will have primary responsibility for processing identified collections. In addition, the Archivist will supervise an Archives Assistant in processing and related activities, implement standard preservation measures when necessary, and work with the Curator of HSR to provide access to the in-process collections.
PLEASE NOTE: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Responsibilities
In consultation with the Curator of Historical Sound Recordings, develops appropriate processing plans for various special collections within HSR. Arranges and describes audio, video, and paper materials from the various collections (approximately 500 linear feet) in accordance with established plans, timetables, and departmental procedures, including implementation of necessary preservation procedures. Prepares finding aids and catalog records for the collections in accordance with departmental guidelines and archival and library standards, using Archivists’ Toolkit and other XML-based encoding tools for finding aids. Supervises the processing and description activities of an Archives Assistant. Engages actively with professional organizations and literature; keeps abreast of archival trends and developments. May be required to assist in disaster recovery efforts. May be assigned to work at West Campus location in West Haven, CT.
Qualifications
Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program for library and information science and/or related master’s degree in music, history, or literature. Appointment to the rank of Librarian II requires two years of relevant professional experience and demonstrated professional accomplishments appropriate to the rank.
Formal archival training or education and/or demonstrated knowledge of archival theory and practice. Demonstrated archival processing experience. Familiarity with basic preservation and conservation standards for archival and manuscript collections and audio formats. Familiarity with DACS, EAD, MARC, LCSH, AACR2, and other data content and structure standards relevant to the archival control of collection materials. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Preferred: Experience directing the efforts of clerical or student workers; Familiarity with Archivists’ Toolkit.
Salary and Benefits
Rank and competitive salary will be based upon the successful candidate's qualifications and experience. Full benefits package including pro-rated 22 vacation days; 18 holiday, recess and personal days; comprehensive health care; TIAA/CREF or Yale retirement plan; and relocation assistance. Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names of three professional references should be sent by creating an account and applying online at www.yale.edu/jobs for immediate consideration - the STARS req ID for this position is 8768BR. Please be sure to reference #8768BR in your cover letter.
Background Check Requirements
All external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment screening. All offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
Irving S. Gilmore Music Library
Yale University
New Haven, CT
Rank: Librarian I-II
Fixed Duration: Approximately 18 months from date of hire, 30-June-2011 end date
Schedule: Full-time (37.5 hours); Standard Work Week (M-F, 8:30 – 5:00)
The University and the Library
One of the world's leading research libraries, Yale University Library is a full partner in teaching, research, and learning at Yale and is visited by scholars from around the world. A distinctive strength is its rich spectrum of resources, including approximately thirteen million volumes and information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to early printed books to electronic databases. The Library is engaging in numerous projects to expand access to its physical and digital collections. Housed in twenty-two buildings including the Sterling Memorial Library, the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, and the new Bass Library, it employs a dynamic and diverse staff of nearly six hundred who offer innovative and flexible services to library readers. To learn more about Yale University Library and its collections and services, visit www.library.yale.edu.
Historical Sound Recordings Collection
The purpose of the Yale Collection of Historical Sound Recordings (HSR) is to collect, preserve, and make available for study historical recordings of performers important in the fields of Western classical music, jazz, American musical theater, drama, literature, and history (including oratory). The collection, found by Mr. and Mrs. Laurence C. Witten II with their collection of early vocal recordings devoted to styles and practices of nineteenth-century singing, considered among the finest of such collections, has been extended into other subjects areas mentioned. The recordings in HSR now number over 160,000, in a variety of formats. They document performance practice from the beginning of the recording era (ca. 1890) to the present day. The Collection holds a large library of printed materials and microforms which provide information about composers, performers, and the recording industry and include discographical data useful for locating and dating recordings. The books have been cataloged in Orbis. Staff-accessible finding aids have been prepared for many of the recordings. Beginning in 2006 with generous funding from the Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, HSR and sound archives at New York Public Library and Stanford University undertook to provide full-level cataloging of 78-rpm (pre-LP) recordings. For more information on the project, along with links labels cataloged and selected recordings, see Unlocking Historical Sound Recordings.
Position Description
Historical Sound Recordings (HSR) seeks an early career professional with processing experience and knowledge of classical music, jazz, and/or American literature to process selected collections of archival audio, video, and paper materials in HSR. Reporting to the Curator of Historical Sound Recordings, the Archivist will assist with the development of appropriate processing plans for the various collections, and will have primary responsibility for processing identified collections. In addition, the Archivist will supervise an Archives Assistant in processing and related activities, implement standard preservation measures when necessary, and work with the Curator of HSR to provide access to the in-process collections.
PLEASE NOTE: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Responsibilities
In consultation with the Curator of Historical Sound Recordings, develops appropriate processing plans for various special collections within HSR. Arranges and describes audio, video, and paper materials from the various collections (approximately 500 linear feet) in accordance with established plans, timetables, and departmental procedures, including implementation of necessary preservation procedures. Prepares finding aids and catalog records for the collections in accordance with departmental guidelines and archival and library standards, using Archivists’ Toolkit and other XML-based encoding tools for finding aids. Supervises the processing and description activities of an Archives Assistant. Engages actively with professional organizations and literature; keeps abreast of archival trends and developments. May be required to assist in disaster recovery efforts. May be assigned to work at West Campus location in West Haven, CT.
Qualifications
Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program for library and information science and/or related master’s degree in music, history, or literature. Appointment to the rank of Librarian II requires two years of relevant professional experience and demonstrated professional accomplishments appropriate to the rank.
Formal archival training or education and/or demonstrated knowledge of archival theory and practice. Demonstrated archival processing experience. Familiarity with basic preservation and conservation standards for archival and manuscript collections and audio formats. Familiarity with DACS, EAD, MARC, LCSH, AACR2, and other data content and structure standards relevant to the archival control of collection materials. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment. Preferred: Experience directing the efforts of clerical or student workers; Familiarity with Archivists’ Toolkit.
Salary and Benefits
Rank and competitive salary will be based upon the successful candidate's qualifications and experience. Full benefits package including pro-rated 22 vacation days; 18 holiday, recess and personal days; comprehensive health care; TIAA/CREF or Yale retirement plan; and relocation assistance. Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names of three professional references should be sent by creating an account and applying online at www.yale.edu/jobs for immediate consideration - the STARS req ID for this position is 8768BR. Please be sure to reference #8768BR in your cover letter.
Background Check Requirements
All external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment screening. All offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
Wednesday, December 16, 2009
Head of Archives and Special Collections, SUNY Fredonia
Head of Archives and Special Collections
Daniel A. Reed Library
State University of New York at Fredonia
The Daniel A. Reed Library at SUNY Fredonia seeks a dynamic, experienced and creative archivist to administer and promote the library’s Special Collections and University Archives. The Fredonia archive contains publications, papers, and memorabilia related to the history of SUNY Fredonia. Special Collections include the Stefan Zweig Collection, the Holland Land Company Collection, the Seneca/Iroquois Nation Collection, the Sigurd Rascher Saxophone Collection, the Coalition on West Valley Nuclear Wastes Collection and the Local History Collection.
The successful candidate will develop exhibits and programs; engage in outreach locally, regionally, and nationally; develop strategies for active donor and financial support; write and manage grants; provide service and instruction to students, faculty and others; develop and implement programs for the creation of digital archives and automated access; prepare finding aids and inventories; supervise, train, and evaluate staff, student assistants and interns.
The archivist reports to the University Librarian. Duties include the formulation and implementation of policies and procedures for the arrangement, description, preservation, development, and accessibility of the collections. Work schedules will include some evening and weekend hours.
Part of the State University of New York, SUNY Fredonia is a selective, primarily residential undergraduate institution. It is located in a beautiful region of Western New York near Lake Erie, about 45 miles southwest of Buffalo.
SUNY Fredonia is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We actively seek and encourage applications from minorities, women and people with disabilities.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: An ALA accredited Master’s of Library Science; at least three years of professional experience in an archival setting; in-depth knowledge of archival principles and practices; experience with automated library and archival systems and electronic formats in an archival setting; experience with digitization of archival materials; demonstrated ability to use a variety of computer applications; strong communication and interpersonal skills; public services orientation; a record of professional involvement and scholarship; demonstrated success in grant writing; and proven ability to work effectively with colleagues, faculty, and students in a collegial and diverse environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: A second Master’s Degree in History or Museum Studies or Anthropology, with a concentration in archives; experience creating and maintaining local history collections; and experience working with local history organizations; Academy of Certified Archivists certification.
This is a twelve month position with a faculty appointment at the rank of Senior Assistant Librarian.
Review of applications will begin on January 25, 2010 and continue until the position is filled. Candidates please use SUNY Fredonia’s home page and find posting in the People Admin area of Human Resources.
Mary Lou DeWolf
Secretary 1
Daniel A. Reed Library
SUNY Fredonia
280 Central Avenue
Fredonia, NY 14063
716.673.3181
Fax: 716.673.3185
MaryLou.Dewolf@fredonia.edu\
Daniel A. Reed Library
State University of New York at Fredonia
The Daniel A. Reed Library at SUNY Fredonia seeks a dynamic, experienced and creative archivist to administer and promote the library’s Special Collections and University Archives. The Fredonia archive contains publications, papers, and memorabilia related to the history of SUNY Fredonia. Special Collections include the Stefan Zweig Collection, the Holland Land Company Collection, the Seneca/Iroquois Nation Collection, the Sigurd Rascher Saxophone Collection, the Coalition on West Valley Nuclear Wastes Collection and the Local History Collection.
The successful candidate will develop exhibits and programs; engage in outreach locally, regionally, and nationally; develop strategies for active donor and financial support; write and manage grants; provide service and instruction to students, faculty and others; develop and implement programs for the creation of digital archives and automated access; prepare finding aids and inventories; supervise, train, and evaluate staff, student assistants and interns.
The archivist reports to the University Librarian. Duties include the formulation and implementation of policies and procedures for the arrangement, description, preservation, development, and accessibility of the collections. Work schedules will include some evening and weekend hours.
Part of the State University of New York, SUNY Fredonia is a selective, primarily residential undergraduate institution. It is located in a beautiful region of Western New York near Lake Erie, about 45 miles southwest of Buffalo.
SUNY Fredonia is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. We actively seek and encourage applications from minorities, women and people with disabilities.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: An ALA accredited Master’s of Library Science; at least three years of professional experience in an archival setting; in-depth knowledge of archival principles and practices; experience with automated library and archival systems and electronic formats in an archival setting; experience with digitization of archival materials; demonstrated ability to use a variety of computer applications; strong communication and interpersonal skills; public services orientation; a record of professional involvement and scholarship; demonstrated success in grant writing; and proven ability to work effectively with colleagues, faculty, and students in a collegial and diverse environment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: A second Master’s Degree in History or Museum Studies or Anthropology, with a concentration in archives; experience creating and maintaining local history collections; and experience working with local history organizations; Academy of Certified Archivists certification.
This is a twelve month position with a faculty appointment at the rank of Senior Assistant Librarian.
Review of applications will begin on January 25, 2010 and continue until the position is filled. Candidates please use SUNY Fredonia’s home page and find posting in the People Admin area of Human Resources.
Mary Lou DeWolf
Secretary 1
Daniel A. Reed Library
SUNY Fredonia
280 Central Avenue
Fredonia, NY 14063
716.673.3181
Fax: 716.673.3185
MaryLou.Dewolf@fredonia.edu\
CFP Conference on Intellectual Property, Iona College, New Rochelle, NY
Call for papers: Conference on Intellectual Property, Iona College, New Rochelle, NY
April 30-May 1, 2010; (cfp deadline: Feb. 5, 2010)
Iona College announces the Second Conference on Intellectual Property to be held at Iona College in New Rochelle, NY, April 30 – May 1, 2010. The keynote address will be presented by James Boyle.*
In our second year, the Conference on Intellectual Property will continue to explore intellectual property in a cross-disciplinary context. What is it, how has it evolved as a concept, and in what ways do we feel its practical and theoretical impact upon academic, economic, legal and technological fields? From plagiarism, to patent law, to the Creative Commons and beyond, the conference is sure to offer a remarkable breadth and depth of insights and approaches to what may well be the defining issue of our time. Come join the conversation!
Selected essays will be published in a proposed collection for a peer-reviewed press.
500-word Papers/Panel abstracts or complete papers should be submitted by February 5th, 2010 to Shannon Donlon at sdonlon@iona.edu Questions can be directed to Dr. Amy Stackhouse at: astackhouse@iona.edu
2010 Conference Information will soon be available at: www.iona.edu/cip
*James Boyle is William Neal Reynolds Professor of Law at Duke Law School and co-founder of the Center for the Study of the Public Domain. He is the author of The Public Domain: Enclosing the Commons of the Mind and Shamans, Software and Spleens: Law and the Construction of the Information Society. He writes widely on issues of intellectual property, internet regulation and legal theory. He was one of the founding board members of Creative Commons (http://www.creativecommons.org/), which works to facilitate the free availability of art, scholarship, and cultural materials by developing innovative, machine-readable licenses that individuals and institutions can attach to their work. He served as a board member from 2002 until 2009, the last year as Chairman of the board. He was also a co-founder of Science Commons (www.sciencecommons.org), which aims to expand the Creative Commons mission into the realm of scientific and technical data, and of ccLearn learn.creativecommons.org, which works to promote the development and use of open educational resources. Professor Boyle is also a member of the academic advisory boards of the Electronic Privacy and Information Center (http://www.epic.org/), the Connexions (cnx.rice.edu) open-source courseware project, and of Public Knowledge (http://www.publicknowledge.org/). In addition, he continues to write an online column for the Financial Times' New Economy Policy Forum (news.ft.com/comment/columnists/neweconomy).
April 30-May 1, 2010; (cfp deadline: Feb. 5, 2010)
Iona College announces the Second Conference on Intellectual Property to be held at Iona College in New Rochelle, NY, April 30 – May 1, 2010. The keynote address will be presented by James Boyle.*
In our second year, the Conference on Intellectual Property will continue to explore intellectual property in a cross-disciplinary context. What is it, how has it evolved as a concept, and in what ways do we feel its practical and theoretical impact upon academic, economic, legal and technological fields? From plagiarism, to patent law, to the Creative Commons and beyond, the conference is sure to offer a remarkable breadth and depth of insights and approaches to what may well be the defining issue of our time. Come join the conversation!
Selected essays will be published in a proposed collection for a peer-reviewed press.
500-word Papers/Panel abstracts or complete papers should be submitted by February 5th, 2010 to Shannon Donlon at sdonlon@iona.edu Questions can be directed to Dr. Amy Stackhouse at: astackhouse@iona.edu
2010 Conference Information will soon be available at: www.iona.edu/cip
*James Boyle is William Neal Reynolds Professor of Law at Duke Law School and co-founder of the Center for the Study of the Public Domain. He is the author of The Public Domain: Enclosing the Commons of the Mind and Shamans, Software and Spleens: Law and the Construction of the Information Society. He writes widely on issues of intellectual property, internet regulation and legal theory. He was one of the founding board members of Creative Commons (http://www.creativecommons.org/), which works to facilitate the free availability of art, scholarship, and cultural materials by developing innovative, machine-readable licenses that individuals and institutions can attach to their work. He served as a board member from 2002 until 2009, the last year as Chairman of the board. He was also a co-founder of Science Commons (www.sciencecommons.org), which aims to expand the Creative Commons mission into the realm of scientific and technical data, and of ccLearn learn.creativecommons.org, which works to promote the development and use of open educational resources. Professor Boyle is also a member of the academic advisory boards of the Electronic Privacy and Information Center (http://www.epic.org/), the Connexions (cnx.rice.edu) open-source courseware project, and of Public Knowledge (http://www.publicknowledge.org/). In addition, he continues to write an online column for the Financial Times' New Economy Policy Forum (news.ft.com/comment/columnists/neweconomy).
Preservation Workshop at NEDCC - Spring 2010 - Save the Dates
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN IN JANUARY FOR
NEDCC's 2010 SPRING PRESERVATION WORKSHOP SERIES
One-day workshops held at the Northeast Document Conservation Center
(NEDCC) in Andover, Massachusetts
PRESERVATION OF SCRAPBOOKS March 9, 2010
BASIC PAPER REPAIR March 10, 2010
PRESERVATION OF OVERSIZE MATERIALS March 11, 2010
METADATA BASICS March 16, 2010
DISASTER PLANNING WITH DPLAN LITE (at Merrimack College campus)
March 17, 2010
TESTING YOUR DISASTER PLAN March 18, 2010
FUND RAISING AND GRANT WRITING March 24, 2010
COST: $150 per workshop
($130 each if you register for 2 or more workshops)
QUESTIONS? Contact:
Donia Conn, dconn@nedcc.org (978) 470-1010 ext. 220
FOR MORE INFORMATION about the Northeast Document Conservation Center,
visit: www.nedcc.org
SAVE A TREE / STAY INFORMED
Join NEDCC's E-Announcement list to receive updates on the Center's
educational programs, grant opportunity reminders, and other
preservation news.
To view an example of a recent E-Announcement:
http://www.nedcc.org/eblasts/globestory.html
To join, visit www.nedcc.org and click on the green sign-up button.
NEDCC's 2010 SPRING PRESERVATION WORKSHOP SERIES
One-day workshops held at the Northeast Document Conservation Center
(NEDCC) in Andover, Massachusetts
PRESERVATION OF SCRAPBOOKS March 9, 2010
BASIC PAPER REPAIR March 10, 2010
PRESERVATION OF OVERSIZE MATERIALS March 11, 2010
METADATA BASICS March 16, 2010
DISASTER PLANNING WITH DPLAN LITE (at Merrimack College campus)
March 17, 2010
TESTING YOUR DISASTER PLAN March 18, 2010
FUND RAISING AND GRANT WRITING March 24, 2010
COST: $150 per workshop
($130 each if you register for 2 or more workshops)
QUESTIONS? Contact:
Donia Conn, dconn@nedcc.org (978) 470-1010 ext. 220
FOR MORE INFORMATION about the Northeast Document Conservation Center,
visit: www.nedcc.org
SAVE A TREE / STAY INFORMED
Join NEDCC's E-Announcement list to receive updates on the Center's
educational programs, grant opportunity reminders, and other
preservation news.
To view an example of a recent E-Announcement:
http://www.nedcc.org/eblasts/globestory.html
To join, visit www.nedcc.org and click on the green sign-up button.
Monday, December 14, 2009
Find METRO Where You Already Are Online!
Connecting with METRO people and resources is easier than ever. Find us and fellow METRO members online at your favorite social and professional networks.
METRO Universe http://www.netvibes.com/mnylc
a portal to METRO library and librarian RSS feeds
ALAConnect http://bit.ly/METROALAconnect
METRO Community in ALA Connect
Twitter http://twitter.com/tweetmetro
digitization, emerging technology, and other METRO member-related tweets
Delicious http://delicious.com/etm_at_metro
a growing online collection of digitization and emerging tech resources
LinkedIn http://bit.ly/METROLinkedIn
METRO librarians, archivists, and information pros in NYC and Westchester County -- also features a subgroup for myMETRO members
Facebook
http://bit.ly/METROfb General METRO page
http://bit.ly/myMETROfb Individual myMETRO members page
METRO Universe http://www.netvibes.com/mnylc
a portal to METRO library and librarian RSS feeds
ALAConnect http://bit.ly/METROALAconnect
METRO Community in ALA Connect
Twitter http://twitter.com/tweetmetro
digitization, emerging technology, and other METRO member-related tweets
Delicious http://delicious.com/etm_at_metro
a growing online collection of digitization and emerging tech resources
LinkedIn http://bit.ly/METROLinkedIn
METRO librarians, archivists, and information pros in NYC and Westchester County -- also features a subgroup for myMETRO members
http://bit.ly/METROfb General METRO page
http://bit.ly/myMETROfb Individual myMETRO members page
Dean of University Libraries, LIU
Long Island University's Libraries are transforming from 20th century repositories to 21st century portals. At this critical juncture, Long Island University (LIU) seeks a leader to serve as Dean with the vision, energy and experience to work collaboratively with faculty and other internal and external constituencies to effect this transformation successfully. He/she also will play a University-wide role in the development and implementation of digital library capabilities and information technologies to support teaching, learning and research.
The Dean of University Libraries is responsible for all areas of library management including strategic planning, fiscal management, personnel supervision, policy and program development, collection development, public and technical services and facilities planning. He/she reports to the University's Vice President for Academic Affairs.
LIU's Libraries span two major residential campuses (one in downtown Brooklyn, New York, and the other in suburban Long Island) and four smaller regional campuses in the New York metropolitan area, constituting a single, integrated system serving approximately 22,000 students and over 1900 full-time and part-time faculty. With a faculty and staff of over 100, the annual Libraries budget exceeds $12 million.
The successful candidate will have a compelling vision of the future for LIU's Libraries, strong leadership skills, at least five years of senior library administrative experience, strong communication skills and the capacity to develop effective collaborative relationships with faculty, staff and other constituent groups. Additional qualifications include an MLS or an MLIS from an ALA accredited institution; a record appropriate to an appointment at senior faculty rank; a record of effective strategic planning and implementation; demonstrated knowledge of emerging library and information technologies and trends in higher education as they affect library services; and evidence of effective budgetary and personnel management. The salary for the position is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The desired starting date is September 1, 2010. Application materials must include a letter describing interest, curriculum vitae, names and contact information of five references who may be contacted only after the candidate's approval.
Applications received by December 31, 2009 will receive full consideration, but the search will remain open until the position is filled. Nominators and candidates are urged to submit materials by e-mail utilizing Microsoft Word or PDF attachments. Materials should be submitted to Dean Francis Bonsignore, Search Committee Chair, at DeanSearchLibraries@liu.edu
Long Island University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
The Dean of University Libraries is responsible for all areas of library management including strategic planning, fiscal management, personnel supervision, policy and program development, collection development, public and technical services and facilities planning. He/she reports to the University's Vice President for Academic Affairs.
LIU's Libraries span two major residential campuses (one in downtown Brooklyn, New York, and the other in suburban Long Island) and four smaller regional campuses in the New York metropolitan area, constituting a single, integrated system serving approximately 22,000 students and over 1900 full-time and part-time faculty. With a faculty and staff of over 100, the annual Libraries budget exceeds $12 million.
The successful candidate will have a compelling vision of the future for LIU's Libraries, strong leadership skills, at least five years of senior library administrative experience, strong communication skills and the capacity to develop effective collaborative relationships with faculty, staff and other constituent groups. Additional qualifications include an MLS or an MLIS from an ALA accredited institution; a record appropriate to an appointment at senior faculty rank; a record of effective strategic planning and implementation; demonstrated knowledge of emerging library and information technologies and trends in higher education as they affect library services; and evidence of effective budgetary and personnel management. The salary for the position is commensurate with qualifications and experience. The desired starting date is September 1, 2010. Application materials must include a letter describing interest, curriculum vitae, names and contact information of five references who may be contacted only after the candidate's approval.
Applications received by December 31, 2009 will receive full consideration, but the search will remain open until the position is filled. Nominators and candidates are urged to submit materials by e-mail utilizing Microsoft Word or PDF attachments. Materials should be submitted to Dean Francis Bonsignore, Search Committee Chair, at DeanSearchLibraries@liu.edu
Long Island University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.
Catalog Librarian, Yale University Library
Catalog Librarian
Catalog & Metadata Services
Yale University Library
Rank: Librarian I-III
Fixed Duration: 2 years from date of hire, non-renewable
Schedule: Full Time (37.5 hours per week); Standard Work Week (M-F, 8:30 – 5:00)
The University and the Library
One of the world's leading research libraries, Yale University Library is a full partner in teaching, research, and learning at Yale and is visited by scholars from around the world. A distinctive strength is its rich spectrum of resources, including approximately thirteen million volumes and information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to early printed books to electronic databases. The Library is engaging in numerous projects to expand access to its physical and digital collections. Housed in twenty-two buildings including the Sterling Memorial Library, the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, and the new Bass Library, it employs a dynamic and diverse staff of nearly six hundred who offer innovative and flexible services to library readers. To learn more about Yale University Library and its collections and services, visit www.library.yale.edu.
Within the University Library, Technical Services departments pursue a course of continual change and innovation in building integrated, university-wide information access systems. These systems are designed to provide readers timely access to new materials in all formats as well as a high-quality bibliographic record of Yale's extraordinary library collections, which have developed over the last three centuries. Our collections continue to grow at more than 200,000 volumes per year, including an increasing number of materials in digital form.
Position Description
Under the general direction of the Original Cataloging Team Leader, provides original cataloging for Spanish and Portuguese language library material in subject areas other than literature and linguistics, in all formats. The print-based descriptive cataloging is performed in accordance with national standards and complies with all of the requirements for Yale’s local online Voyager system (Orbis). The Catalog Librarian keeps abreast of developments and trends in the cataloging community. All subject analysis and classification assignment follow Library of Congress standards and local practice. Authority record creation follows NACO standards and the library participates in the PCC BIBCO program.
Responsibilities
The Catalog Librarian creates original bibliographic and authority records for all non-fiction library materials in Spanish and Portuguese. These include materials published in Latin America, Spain, Portugal, and Hispano- and Lusophone areas of Africa and Asia. Works closely with other team members to ensure coordination of acquisitions and cataloging functions, and implements a system of cataloging priorities that best supports user needs. The Catalog Librarian is expected to participate actively in the Library’s management, assessment, training, and development programs, and to contribute to implementing the mission of the Library. Catalog librarians engage in continuous professional development, take advantage of professional training and learning opportunities inside and outside of Yale, and participate in departmental and library-wide committees and collaborative programs as appropriate. May be required to assist in disaster recovery efforts. May be assigned to work at West Campus location in West Haven, CT.
Qualifications
Master's Degree from an ALA-accredited program for library and information sciences. Appointment to the rank of Librarian II requires two years of relevant professional experience and demonstrated professional accomplishments appropriate to the rank. Appointment to Librarian III requires five years of professional library experience and demonstrated professional accomplishments appropriate to the rank.
Strong reading knowledge of Spanish. Excellent knowledge of English, including ability to understand and interpret complex documentation. In-depth knowledge of MARC21, AACR2, Library of Congress Rule Interpretations, Library of Congress Classification, and LCSH. Strong computer skills, including experience with personal computer software. Experience with bibliographic services, such as OCLC, and network-based tools. Ability to manage a variety of tasks and multiple priorities, and demonstrated experience developing and implementing effective work routines and procedures. Logical and enthusiastic approach to work; careful attention to detail; initiative and follow-through in equal measure. Strong communication and analytical skills. Ability to learn quickly, and work independently and with others in a dynamic and collaborative work environment. Ability to excel in a rapidly changing team and academic environment.
Preferred: Subject area knowledge as evidenced by coursework or other preparation of Latin America and/or Iberia, in subject areas other than linguistics and literature. Reading knowledge of Portuguese, as well as reading knowledge of any of the indigenous languages of Latin America, Haitian Creole, or Papiamento.
Salary and Benefits
Rank and competitive salary will be based upon the successful candidate's qualifications and experience. Full benefits package including pro-rated 22 vacation days; 18 holiday, recess and personal days; comprehensive health care; TIAA/CREF or Yale retirement plan; and relocation assistance. Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names of three professional references should be sent by creating an account and applying online at www.yale.edu/jobs for immediate consideration - the STARS req ID for this position is 8765BR. Please be sure to reference #8765BR in your cover letter.
Background Check Requirements
All external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment screening. All offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
Yale University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Yale values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students and strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups.
Catalog & Metadata Services
Yale University Library
Rank: Librarian I-III
Fixed Duration: 2 years from date of hire, non-renewable
Schedule: Full Time (37.5 hours per week); Standard Work Week (M-F, 8:30 – 5:00)
The University and the Library
One of the world's leading research libraries, Yale University Library is a full partner in teaching, research, and learning at Yale and is visited by scholars from around the world. A distinctive strength is its rich spectrum of resources, including approximately thirteen million volumes and information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to early printed books to electronic databases. The Library is engaging in numerous projects to expand access to its physical and digital collections. Housed in twenty-two buildings including the Sterling Memorial Library, the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, and the new Bass Library, it employs a dynamic and diverse staff of nearly six hundred who offer innovative and flexible services to library readers. To learn more about Yale University Library and its collections and services, visit www.library.yale.edu.
Within the University Library, Technical Services departments pursue a course of continual change and innovation in building integrated, university-wide information access systems. These systems are designed to provide readers timely access to new materials in all formats as well as a high-quality bibliographic record of Yale's extraordinary library collections, which have developed over the last three centuries. Our collections continue to grow at more than 200,000 volumes per year, including an increasing number of materials in digital form.
Position Description
Under the general direction of the Original Cataloging Team Leader, provides original cataloging for Spanish and Portuguese language library material in subject areas other than literature and linguistics, in all formats. The print-based descriptive cataloging is performed in accordance with national standards and complies with all of the requirements for Yale’s local online Voyager system (Orbis). The Catalog Librarian keeps abreast of developments and trends in the cataloging community. All subject analysis and classification assignment follow Library of Congress standards and local practice. Authority record creation follows NACO standards and the library participates in the PCC BIBCO program.
Responsibilities
The Catalog Librarian creates original bibliographic and authority records for all non-fiction library materials in Spanish and Portuguese. These include materials published in Latin America, Spain, Portugal, and Hispano- and Lusophone areas of Africa and Asia. Works closely with other team members to ensure coordination of acquisitions and cataloging functions, and implements a system of cataloging priorities that best supports user needs. The Catalog Librarian is expected to participate actively in the Library’s management, assessment, training, and development programs, and to contribute to implementing the mission of the Library. Catalog librarians engage in continuous professional development, take advantage of professional training and learning opportunities inside and outside of Yale, and participate in departmental and library-wide committees and collaborative programs as appropriate. May be required to assist in disaster recovery efforts. May be assigned to work at West Campus location in West Haven, CT.
Qualifications
Master's Degree from an ALA-accredited program for library and information sciences. Appointment to the rank of Librarian II requires two years of relevant professional experience and demonstrated professional accomplishments appropriate to the rank. Appointment to Librarian III requires five years of professional library experience and demonstrated professional accomplishments appropriate to the rank.
Strong reading knowledge of Spanish. Excellent knowledge of English, including ability to understand and interpret complex documentation. In-depth knowledge of MARC21, AACR2, Library of Congress Rule Interpretations, Library of Congress Classification, and LCSH. Strong computer skills, including experience with personal computer software. Experience with bibliographic services, such as OCLC, and network-based tools. Ability to manage a variety of tasks and multiple priorities, and demonstrated experience developing and implementing effective work routines and procedures. Logical and enthusiastic approach to work; careful attention to detail; initiative and follow-through in equal measure. Strong communication and analytical skills. Ability to learn quickly, and work independently and with others in a dynamic and collaborative work environment. Ability to excel in a rapidly changing team and academic environment.
Preferred: Subject area knowledge as evidenced by coursework or other preparation of Latin America and/or Iberia, in subject areas other than linguistics and literature. Reading knowledge of Portuguese, as well as reading knowledge of any of the indigenous languages of Latin America, Haitian Creole, or Papiamento.
Salary and Benefits
Rank and competitive salary will be based upon the successful candidate's qualifications and experience. Full benefits package including pro-rated 22 vacation days; 18 holiday, recess and personal days; comprehensive health care; TIAA/CREF or Yale retirement plan; and relocation assistance. Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names of three professional references should be sent by creating an account and applying online at www.yale.edu/jobs for immediate consideration - the STARS req ID for this position is 8765BR. Please be sure to reference #8765BR in your cover letter.
Background Check Requirements
All external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment screening. All offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
Yale University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Yale values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students and strongly encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups.
Bilingual Vietnamese or Cantonese Children’s Librarian, Portland OR
Salary: $23.81 to $29.30 per hour & 4% language differential pay
Closing Date: December 18, 2009
Multnomah County Library is seeking applicants for a part-time (20 hours/week) Bilingual Vietnamese or Cantonese Children’s Librarian at the Holgate Library. The Bilingual Vietnamese or Cantonese Children’s Librarian will assist all patrons, with a special emphasis on serving youth (ages 0 to 18), particularly birth through elementary age, and those who live and work with this age group. This position will perform the vital tasks of matching these patrons’ personal, educational, and recreational needs with the appropriate information and resources, and fostering literacy in English- and Vietnamese- or Cantonese-speaking youth and families. This librarian also assesses community needs in order to plan, prepare and implement programming and outreach for the youth and families of the community in both English and Vietnamese or Cantonese as appropriate.
No experience is required; however, two years of professional Children/Youth Librarian experienceis preferred. Experience planning, preparing, and implementing culturally sensitive programs (including story times) that are of interest to children, young adults,caregivers, and adults working with children is preferred. Must have demonstrated proficiency in speaking and writing Chinese Cantonese dialect) and/or Vietnamese and English. Must have knowledge of and/or extensive experience with the Chinese or Vietnamese community, demonstrated by knowledge of the traditions, values, and customs of the community being served.
Requires a Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school or equivalent credentials from a foreign institution. Experience cannot substitute for the degree requirement for Librarian positions. For more information or to apply, please visit our website at www.multcojobs.org.
Johnette Easter, Senior HR Analyst
Multnomah County Library
205 NE Russell St.
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 988-5046
johnette@multcolib.org
Closing Date: December 18, 2009
Multnomah County Library is seeking applicants for a part-time (20 hours/week) Bilingual Vietnamese or Cantonese Children’s Librarian at the Holgate Library. The Bilingual Vietnamese or Cantonese Children’s Librarian will assist all patrons, with a special emphasis on serving youth (ages 0 to 18), particularly birth through elementary age, and those who live and work with this age group. This position will perform the vital tasks of matching these patrons’ personal, educational, and recreational needs with the appropriate information and resources, and fostering literacy in English- and Vietnamese- or Cantonese-speaking youth and families. This librarian also assesses community needs in order to plan, prepare and implement programming and outreach for the youth and families of the community in both English and Vietnamese or Cantonese as appropriate.
No experience is required; however, two years of professional Children/Youth Librarian experienceis preferred. Experience planning, preparing, and implementing culturally sensitive programs (including story times) that are of interest to children, young adults,caregivers, and adults working with children is preferred. Must have demonstrated proficiency in speaking and writing Chinese Cantonese dialect) and/or Vietnamese and English. Must have knowledge of and/or extensive experience with the Chinese or Vietnamese community, demonstrated by knowledge of the traditions, values, and customs of the community being served.
Requires a Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school or equivalent credentials from a foreign institution. Experience cannot substitute for the degree requirement for Librarian positions. For more information or to apply, please visit our website at www.multcojobs.org.
Johnette Easter, Senior HR Analyst
Multnomah County Library
205 NE Russell St.
Portland, OR 97212
(503) 988-5046
johnette@multcolib.org
Monday, December 07, 2009
Repository Librarian, UNC Chapel Hill
ANNOUNCEMENT OF PROFESSIONAL VACANCY
UNC Chapel Hill, University Library
POSITION: Repository Librarian
AVAILABLE: January 1, 2010
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a motivated, self-starter with excellent task management and communication skills to serve as Repository Librarian for the Carolina Digital Repository (CDR), the University’s institutional and digital preservation repository. The CDR manages and ensures continuing access to digital content of enduring value produced or maintained at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. It is a University-wide service in support of persistent access to Carolina's digital scholarship and heritage. The CDR provides a set of services to help Carolina community members manage and secure their digital content, and make this content discoverable online to designated communities, as well as the mechanisms for digital content to be collected, organized, stored, searched, linked, read, distributed, indexed, and preserved.
Reporting to the Head of the Library Systems Office, the Repository Librarian will be responsible for supporting UNC faculty, students, and staff with information, training, and assistance in depositing digital materials into the CDR, and for working with the CDR Steering Committee and with policy, programming, and other staff to define and implement repository policies, workflows, and capabilities. The Repository Librarian will have lead responsibility for ensuring that CDR programs align with the needs of the UNC community and that UNC faculty, students, and staff are aware of and know how to utilize CDR services.
The Repository Librarian will: oversee and coordinate CDR projects, prepare and maintain project plans and schedules; communicate with depositors, steering committee members, and other University constituents; maintain CDR website and online documentation; work with librarians, faculty, and the heads of the various academic, administrative, and research units on campus to identify materials that would be appropriate to include in the CDR, explain expectations, policies, and workflows, negotiate deposit agreements, provide services, training, and support and investigate and resolve user issues; manage the ingest of materials, including mapping user requirements and metadata to repository functionality and standards; contribute to the planning and development of CDR strategy, functionality, and capacity by gathering and analyzing depositor and user input and feedback; participate in testing of CDR functionality and planning of needed changes; ensure that CDR programs are aligned and integrated with other UNC systems as appropriate; participate in the development and implementation of policies and workflows that govern the deposit and management of content in the CDR, including those regarding appropriate content, metadata standards, access conditions, intellectual property rights and copyright, commitments to depositors, and types and levels of service; provide orientation and training on CDR programs, policies, and workflows to Library staff and others who have faculty liaison and support responsibilities; manage grant and other externally funded support for the CDR on an as-needed basis; promote the CDR, including registering with appropriate harvesting, indexing, and other service providers; represent the University of North Carolina and its libraries at appropriate conferences and meetings relative to institutional repositories specifically and to the larger issues related to scholarly communication.
Qualifications
Required: ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent graduate degree in archival studies or related field. Coursework or experience resulting in knowledge of principles and practices governing the development and management of institutional repositories, especially those dealing with long-term preservation of digital materials. Demonstrated project management experience. Knowledge of issues pertaining to intellectual property and copyright and with deposit agreements and scholarly communication issues surrounding institutional repositories. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, programmers, and library or curatorial staff. Excellent communication skills.
Preferred: Three or more years of full-time work experience in a library, archives, museum, or other cultural repository with significant experience and accomplishments involving the acquisition and management of born-digital or digitized library, archival, or museum materials. Experience working with faculty members in a research environment to collect and preserve their professional papers and data. Experience writing and managing grants. Active professional involvement, including publication and presentations, in issues concerning digital preservation or institutional repository development and management. Supervisory experience.
Salary and Benefits
This is a twelve-month academic librarian appointment; salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Standard state benefits of annual leave, sick leave, and State or optional retirement plan. At the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, librarians enjoy the benefit of academic status and are represented on the faculty council.
Deadline for Application
Review of applications will begin on December 28, 2009. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but preference will be given to applications received by the begin review date.
To Apply
Please visit http://jobs.unc.edu/1002172 and complete the online application. Please include a letter of application, a resume and the name, mailing address, email address, and telephone number of three professional references.
UNC Chapel Hill, University Library
POSITION: Repository Librarian
AVAILABLE: January 1, 2010
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is seeking a motivated, self-starter with excellent task management and communication skills to serve as Repository Librarian for the Carolina Digital Repository (CDR), the University’s institutional and digital preservation repository. The CDR manages and ensures continuing access to digital content of enduring value produced or maintained at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. It is a University-wide service in support of persistent access to Carolina's digital scholarship and heritage. The CDR provides a set of services to help Carolina community members manage and secure their digital content, and make this content discoverable online to designated communities, as well as the mechanisms for digital content to be collected, organized, stored, searched, linked, read, distributed, indexed, and preserved.
Reporting to the Head of the Library Systems Office, the Repository Librarian will be responsible for supporting UNC faculty, students, and staff with information, training, and assistance in depositing digital materials into the CDR, and for working with the CDR Steering Committee and with policy, programming, and other staff to define and implement repository policies, workflows, and capabilities. The Repository Librarian will have lead responsibility for ensuring that CDR programs align with the needs of the UNC community and that UNC faculty, students, and staff are aware of and know how to utilize CDR services.
The Repository Librarian will: oversee and coordinate CDR projects, prepare and maintain project plans and schedules; communicate with depositors, steering committee members, and other University constituents; maintain CDR website and online documentation; work with librarians, faculty, and the heads of the various academic, administrative, and research units on campus to identify materials that would be appropriate to include in the CDR, explain expectations, policies, and workflows, negotiate deposit agreements, provide services, training, and support and investigate and resolve user issues; manage the ingest of materials, including mapping user requirements and metadata to repository functionality and standards; contribute to the planning and development of CDR strategy, functionality, and capacity by gathering and analyzing depositor and user input and feedback; participate in testing of CDR functionality and planning of needed changes; ensure that CDR programs are aligned and integrated with other UNC systems as appropriate; participate in the development and implementation of policies and workflows that govern the deposit and management of content in the CDR, including those regarding appropriate content, metadata standards, access conditions, intellectual property rights and copyright, commitments to depositors, and types and levels of service; provide orientation and training on CDR programs, policies, and workflows to Library staff and others who have faculty liaison and support responsibilities; manage grant and other externally funded support for the CDR on an as-needed basis; promote the CDR, including registering with appropriate harvesting, indexing, and other service providers; represent the University of North Carolina and its libraries at appropriate conferences and meetings relative to institutional repositories specifically and to the larger issues related to scholarly communication.
Qualifications
Required: ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent graduate degree in archival studies or related field. Coursework or experience resulting in knowledge of principles and practices governing the development and management of institutional repositories, especially those dealing with long-term preservation of digital materials. Demonstrated project management experience. Knowledge of issues pertaining to intellectual property and copyright and with deposit agreements and scholarly communication issues surrounding institutional repositories. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, programmers, and library or curatorial staff. Excellent communication skills.
Preferred: Three or more years of full-time work experience in a library, archives, museum, or other cultural repository with significant experience and accomplishments involving the acquisition and management of born-digital or digitized library, archival, or museum materials. Experience working with faculty members in a research environment to collect and preserve their professional papers and data. Experience writing and managing grants. Active professional involvement, including publication and presentations, in issues concerning digital preservation or institutional repository development and management. Supervisory experience.
Salary and Benefits
This is a twelve-month academic librarian appointment; salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Standard state benefits of annual leave, sick leave, and State or optional retirement plan. At the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, librarians enjoy the benefit of academic status and are represented on the faculty council.
Deadline for Application
Review of applications will begin on December 28, 2009. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled, but preference will be given to applications received by the begin review date.
To Apply
Please visit http://jobs.unc.edu/1002172 and complete the online application. Please include a letter of application, a resume and the name, mailing address, email address, and telephone number of three professional references.
Tuesday, December 01, 2009
Director of Information and Library Resources, West Texas A&M
Deadline: FILLED as of Feb. 24, 2010.
West Texas A&M University (WTAMU) announces a nationwide search to recruit a new Director of Information and Library Resources. We seek an academic leader with experience and vision to lead a vibrant, evolving Cornette Library and extend its services throughout the campus. The position is currently open with a flexible start date.
Qualifications: The Director of Information and Library Resources is responsible for providing strong, forward-thinking leadership of the Cornette Library. Applicants must hold an ALA-accredited MLS degree, a second master’s degree or doctorate, and have significant administrative experience in an academic library, including increasing managerial experience, budgeting, and personnel management. Applicants must have knowledge of library automation systems, information technologies, and computer applications in academic libraries.
The applicant must also demonstrate: excellent leadership; superior communication and interpersonal skills; analytical skills; an ability to work collaboratively with both on-campus and off-campus constituencies; a commitment to patron service; active participation in library professional organizations; and an appreciation for current issues and technology trends in academic librarianship, with a vision of how they apply to the services provided through an academic library. A record of scholarly publication or teaching, successful grant writing and other fundraising activities, and strategic planning is preferred.
Application: Electronic submission of applications is required. Review of applications begins immediately, and continues until search is closed. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Submit your application, vita, cover letter with statement of purpose, and the names of three professional references to: https://www.wtamu.edu/employment. WTAMU is an EO/AA employer. For further information please contact Russell Lowery-Hart, Search Committee Chair at rhart@wtamu.edu.
About Cornette Library: Located in the center of campus, the James and Mary Elizabeth Cornette Library opened in 1974 and has as its mission to provide the University community with access to information resources and to secondarily serve as a cultural and intellectual resource for the regional community. It is a popular and busy student-centered facility with a reputation for providing excellent service and is an integral part of the University’s curriculum and services.
With 100,000 square feet of space, the library offers seating for 300 and houses approximately 350,000 books and bound periodicals and 650,000 government documents. Cornette Library is a depository for both U.S. and Texas documents. It also includes the University Archives and rare book collections in the Texas Poets’ Corner and the Frank M. Blackburn Reading Room. The Hastings Electronic Learning Center, which contains the student computer lab, TTVN classrooms, and teaching labs for faculty and staff, is located in the basement of the library. For further information, please visit http://www.wtamu.edu/library.
About WTAMU: As a member of The Texas A&M University System, one of the largest and most prestigious academic systems in the world, West Texas A&M University enjoys a firmly established reputation as a stable yet progressive, mature, unpretentious institution committed to serving the educational needs of every student.
West Texas A&M University, a state-assisted regional institution founded in 1910, offers 1 doctoral program, 43 master's programs and 60 undergraduate degree programs within a five-college, one-school structure. The University's tree-lined 135-acre residential campus accommodates approximately 800 full-time faculty and staff members and 7,500 students (80 percent undergraduate) representing about 30 states and 35 countries.
West Texas A&M University is located in the heart of the Texas Panhandle in the safe, friendly community of Canyon, population 13,000. This central location makes WTAMU the most accessible university for many residents of Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico and Oklahoma as well as Texas. And the converse is also true - the mountain lakes and ski slopes of the surrounding states provide Panhandle residents with convenient weekend getaways.
Closer to home, Palo Duro Canyon, the nation's second largest canyon measuring 120 miles long and up to 1,200 feet deep and the spectacular setting for the award-winning musical drama "TEXAS", is only 12 miles east and the perfect outdoor playground. If you are seeking bright lights and night life, Amarillo, the region's economic, medical, transportation and cultural center, is only 12 miles north.
Residents enjoy a mild climate with four distinct seasons, yet temperatures remain comfortable most of the year. We receive about 20 inches of precipitation and 270 sunny days annually, and our altitude, 3,600 feet, and constant breeze means clean air and low humidity year round. For further information, please visit http://www.wtamu.edu/about/about-wtamu.aspx.
West Texas A&M University (WTAMU) announces a nationwide search to recruit a new Director of Information and Library Resources. We seek an academic leader with experience and vision to lead a vibrant, evolving Cornette Library and extend its services throughout the campus. The position is currently open with a flexible start date.
Qualifications: The Director of Information and Library Resources is responsible for providing strong, forward-thinking leadership of the Cornette Library. Applicants must hold an ALA-accredited MLS degree, a second master’s degree or doctorate, and have significant administrative experience in an academic library, including increasing managerial experience, budgeting, and personnel management. Applicants must have knowledge of library automation systems, information technologies, and computer applications in academic libraries.
The applicant must also demonstrate: excellent leadership; superior communication and interpersonal skills; analytical skills; an ability to work collaboratively with both on-campus and off-campus constituencies; a commitment to patron service; active participation in library professional organizations; and an appreciation for current issues and technology trends in academic librarianship, with a vision of how they apply to the services provided through an academic library. A record of scholarly publication or teaching, successful grant writing and other fundraising activities, and strategic planning is preferred.
Application: Electronic submission of applications is required. Review of applications begins immediately, and continues until search is closed. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Submit your application, vita, cover letter with statement of purpose, and the names of three professional references to: https://www.wtamu.edu/employment. WTAMU is an EO/AA employer. For further information please contact Russell Lowery-Hart, Search Committee Chair at rhart@wtamu.edu.
About Cornette Library: Located in the center of campus, the James and Mary Elizabeth Cornette Library opened in 1974 and has as its mission to provide the University community with access to information resources and to secondarily serve as a cultural and intellectual resource for the regional community. It is a popular and busy student-centered facility with a reputation for providing excellent service and is an integral part of the University’s curriculum and services.
With 100,000 square feet of space, the library offers seating for 300 and houses approximately 350,000 books and bound periodicals and 650,000 government documents. Cornette Library is a depository for both U.S. and Texas documents. It also includes the University Archives and rare book collections in the Texas Poets’ Corner and the Frank M. Blackburn Reading Room. The Hastings Electronic Learning Center, which contains the student computer lab, TTVN classrooms, and teaching labs for faculty and staff, is located in the basement of the library. For further information, please visit http://www.wtamu.edu/library.
About WTAMU: As a member of The Texas A&M University System, one of the largest and most prestigious academic systems in the world, West Texas A&M University enjoys a firmly established reputation as a stable yet progressive, mature, unpretentious institution committed to serving the educational needs of every student.
West Texas A&M University, a state-assisted regional institution founded in 1910, offers 1 doctoral program, 43 master's programs and 60 undergraduate degree programs within a five-college, one-school structure. The University's tree-lined 135-acre residential campus accommodates approximately 800 full-time faculty and staff members and 7,500 students (80 percent undergraduate) representing about 30 states and 35 countries.
West Texas A&M University is located in the heart of the Texas Panhandle in the safe, friendly community of Canyon, population 13,000. This central location makes WTAMU the most accessible university for many residents of Colorado, Kansas, New Mexico and Oklahoma as well as Texas. And the converse is also true - the mountain lakes and ski slopes of the surrounding states provide Panhandle residents with convenient weekend getaways.
Closer to home, Palo Duro Canyon, the nation's second largest canyon measuring 120 miles long and up to 1,200 feet deep and the spectacular setting for the award-winning musical drama "TEXAS", is only 12 miles east and the perfect outdoor playground. If you are seeking bright lights and night life, Amarillo, the region's economic, medical, transportation and cultural center, is only 12 miles north.
Residents enjoy a mild climate with four distinct seasons, yet temperatures remain comfortable most of the year. We receive about 20 inches of precipitation and 270 sunny days annually, and our altitude, 3,600 feet, and constant breeze means clean air and low humidity year round. For further information, please visit http://www.wtamu.edu/about/about-wtamu.aspx.
Upcoming Workshops at METRO
Information and Communication Technology Literacy in the Library
Monday, December 7, 2009, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
At the METRO Training Center, 57 East 11th Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY
$50 members; $40 myMETRO; $75 non-members
Join us for a timely discussion of information and communication technology literacy, the intersection between ICT literacy and information literacy, and the relationship of younger patrons to social media and the information cycle. This workshop offers an overview of ICT literacy in general, and how ICT literacy is related to information literacy efforts among the METRO member populations and beyond. Discuss ideas for incorporating ICT literacy instruction into your library’s programs and services.
Webinar: Introduction to Web 2.0
Thursday, December 10, 2009, 3:30 pm – 4:45 pm
Online. $25 members; $25 myMETRO members; $50 non-members
In this convenient online workshop, you will learn about web 2.0, what makes it different from web 1.0, and how libraries are integrating web 2.0 into their programs and services. Learn about examples of successful uses of web 2.0 in libraries, develop a strategy for incorporating them into your own library, and access resources for further learning. This webinar is a simple and affordable solution for any library staff member looking to upgrade his or her technology skills and knowledge of technologies used in library work.
Register through our website, or contact METRO directly at training@metro.org or at (212) 228-2320 ext. 19.
Monday, December 7, 2009, 10:00 am – 1:00 pm
At the METRO Training Center, 57 East 11th Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY
$50 members; $40 myMETRO; $75 non-members
Join us for a timely discussion of information and communication technology literacy, the intersection between ICT literacy and information literacy, and the relationship of younger patrons to social media and the information cycle. This workshop offers an overview of ICT literacy in general, and how ICT literacy is related to information literacy efforts among the METRO member populations and beyond. Discuss ideas for incorporating ICT literacy instruction into your library’s programs and services.
Webinar: Introduction to Web 2.0
Thursday, December 10, 2009, 3:30 pm – 4:45 pm
Online. $25 members; $25 myMETRO members; $50 non-members
In this convenient online workshop, you will learn about web 2.0, what makes it different from web 1.0, and how libraries are integrating web 2.0 into their programs and services. Learn about examples of successful uses of web 2.0 in libraries, develop a strategy for incorporating them into your own library, and access resources for further learning. This webinar is a simple and affordable solution for any library staff member looking to upgrade his or her technology skills and knowledge of technologies used in library work.
Register through our website, or contact METRO directly at training@metro.org or at (212) 228-2320 ext. 19.
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