Edward Cornell Law Librarian, Cornell University

Cornell University seeks an experienced and innovative academic leader to serve as Director of its Law Library. The Law Librarian provides strategic vision, fiscal stewardship, operational management, and ensures outstanding service to faculty and students in the Law School. In order to support the teaching, research, and outreach mission, the Librarian builds collaborative relationships across the law school, within the library system, and throughout the profession. The Law Librarian works closely with the dean and vice dean of the law school, the library administration, and the faculty to understand the current and anticipated needs of the community. Within the Law Library, the Librarian has the opportunity to develop a strong team of service-oriented research attorneys and library assistants and to work with the staff to develop a compelling and cohesive vision for a 21st century law library.

The Edward Cornell Law Director sets strategic directions for the Law Library; oversees a staff of 19, a budget of $1.6M, and an extensive collection of print and digital materials; develops collaborative relationships with the faculty, particularly in areas related to information services and management; participates in the University Library’s management teams and contributes substantively to its strategic initiatives; provides leadership and works collaboratively with staff in Alumni Affairs and Development to identify and cultivate relationships with donors and alumni of the Law School. As a member of the Law School faculty, the Law Librarian has a unique opportunity to develop services that support the evolving curriculum and align Law Library programs to enhance and promote faculty scholarship. She/he reports jointly to the Dean of the Law School and the Associate University Librarian.

Background: Cornell University is an Ivy League comprehensive research university located in Ithaca in the scenic Finger Lakes region of upstate New York. The city and the university offer a unique cosmopolitan and international atmosphere in a beautiful natural setting of waterfalls, gorges, and lakes. The university comprises 14 schools with over 2,700 faculty members and nearly 21,600 students enrolled in undergraduate, graduate and professional schools.

Cornell Law School combines inspired teaching with cutting-edge scholarship in a close-knit and collegial intellectual community. Hallmarks of the school include: a faculty that excels not only in scholarly productivity, but also as teachers; an approach to legal education that encourages collaboration and interdisciplinary research; a global emphasis, including educational partnerships around the world; a strong and vital connection to a world-class research university; and graduates who are connected and make a difference. The Law School is also home to the Legal Information Institute (LII). LII was the first to provide open-access legal information on the Internet, more than 15 years ago. At this point, LII combines the latest in technology with top notch legal expertise to provide legal information to a huge global Internet audience – 10 million hits per week from over 200 countries – for free. Over 1.5 million web pages worldwide link to LII.

With deep scholarly collections online and rich resources in print (over 700,000 volumes), the Law Library serves the legal research needs of the Law School, University, and transnational communities. All members of the library staff support the pedagogical and research needs of the students and faculty and the library’s Research Attorneys teach numerous courses in the law school curriculum. The Law Library is the third largest library in the Cornell University Library system which contains nearly 8 million printed volumes, thousands of serials, more than 650,000 online resources, and rich materials in other formats. The Cornell University Library is a vigorous professional organization with a strong track record of service and innovation. It was honored as the recipient of the Association of College and Research Libraries’ Excellence in Academic Libraries Award in 2002.

Requirements: Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and work successfully with a team of staff within a Law School setting. Excellent communication skills, compelling vision, and the ability to foster effective working relationships with faculty, students, staff, and donors. The successful candidate should have at least five years of management and leadership experience in a law library, an understanding of trends related to a rapidly evolving information environment, and a record of active engagement in scholarship and the profession. A J.D. or equivalent degree from an accredited institution and an M.L.S. degree or equivalent are required.

Benefits: Competitive in salary, rank, professional development support, and benefits. Comprehensive benefits package includes 22 vacation days, 11 paid holidays, health insurance, life insurance, and university retirement contributions.

Application Procedure: Applications will be reviewed beginning February 1st and will be accepted until this position is filled. To apply for this position go to http://www.ohr.cornell.edu/jobs/, search under the job category of Librarians, and select posting number 13905. Follow the instructions for online submission. Please include a cover letter, resume, and the names, phone numbers, and addresses for three references. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience.

For general inquiries about this position or Cornell University, please contact Lyndsi Prignon, Associate Director of Library Human Resources, at lra8@cornell.edu or 607-255-9560. For additional information or confidential inquiries, please contact Barbara Holden-Smith, Chair, Law Library Director Search Committee, Vice Dean, and Professor of Law Cornell Law School, at bjh12@cornell.edu or 607-255-8577.

Cornell University seeks to meet the needs of dual career couples, has a Dual Career program, and is a member of the Upstate New York Higher Education Recruitment Consortium to assist with dual career searches. Visit http://www.unyherc.org/home/index.cfm?site_id=671 to see positions available in higher education in the upstate New York area.

Cornell University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer strongly committed to diversity. We value qualified candidates who can bring to our community a variety of backgrounds and experiences.

University Archivist. University of Florida

The George A. Smathers Libraries at the University of Florida is recruiting for the position of University Archivist, a tenure-track library faculty position, which provides vision and leadership in the newly created Office of Archives and Records Management in the Department of Special and Area Studies Collections. Reporting to the Head of Archives and Manuscripts, the University Archivist supervises 3 full-time employees and is responsible for developing and implementing a plan to create an integrated archives and records management program for the University of Florida. In conjunction with the University Historian, this position is also responsible for developing programs that recognize the significance of the University's role as a land-grant institution, its contribution to applied and theoretical research, its rich and diverse student life, its achievements in inter-collegiate sports, and its overall influence on Florida's history. As a member of the department staff the University Archivist contributes to the overall public service, collection management, and technical services functions of the department. The library encourages staff participation in reaching management decisions and consequently the University Archivist will serve on various committees and teams. The incumbent will pursue professional development opportunities, including research, publication, and professional association activities, to meet library-wide criteria for tenure and promotion.

The complete vacancy announcement and application instructions are available at: http://www.uflib.ufl.edu/pers/careers.htm

New professional position: Assistant Curator of Manuscripts, Princeton University

Assistant Curator of Manuscripts
Princeton University
Princeton, New Jersey
Department of Rare Books and Special Collections
Requisition # 1000957

The Princeton University Library, one of the world's most respected research institutions, serves a diverse community of 6,600 students and 1,100 faculty members with more than 6 million printed volumes, 5 million manuscripts, and 2 million nonprint items. The holdings in its central library and 15 specialized libraries range from ancient papyri and incunabula to the most advanced electronic databases and digital collections. The Library employs a dedicated and knowledgeable staff of more than 300 professional and support personnel, complemented by a large student and hourly workforce. More information can be found at the Library's Web site: http://libweb.princeton.edu

Available: Immediately. Two-year professional position.

Description: The Department of Rare Books and Special Collections has created a two-year professional position for an Assistant Curator of Manuscripts, whose work under the direct supervision of the Curator of Manuscripts will provide training opportunities and mentoring relationships that will allow the individual selected to pursue a curatorial career in special collections at a major American research library. The Assistant Curator will work and participate in the ongoing activities of the Department, especially public services, responding to reference queries, and curriculum support on campus through class visits, bibliographic instruction, and outreach. The Assistant Curator will also participate in other activities and special projects related to the Manuscripts Division, such as collection development, arrangement and description, cataloging and physical description of bound manuscripts, EAD (Encoded Archival Description), preservation assessment, digital projects (especially preparation of metadata), exhibitions, public programs, and grant writing. There will be opportunities to evaluate offerings from potential donors; and review catalogues from antiquarian booksellers and auction houses.

Candidates for the position of Assistant Curator must have a strong subject background and research experience in areas of collections strength in the Manuscripts Division, particularly English literature and American history; and a commitment to pursuing a career in special collections librarianship, especially in relationship to literary and historical manuscripts, 18^th-19^th centuries. Emphasis will be placed on two areas of activity:

(1) Improved access to and preservation of the Robert H. Taylor Collection of English and American Literature (http://diglib.princeton.edu/ead/pdf?id=ark:/88435/th83kz37q) and other manuscript holdings related to British and American literature, authors, and publishing, 18^th-19^th centuries. (2) Researching, organizing, and mounting a major exhibition of early Americana (especially, Revolutionary Era); class presentations and other forms of curriculum support for visiting classes in History and American Studies; cataloging and selective digitization of original research materials in the Manuscripts Division. For more information about holdings, go to the homepage of the Department of Rare Books and Special Collections (http://www.princeton.edu/~rbsc/index.shtml) and the Manuscripts Division (http://www.princeton.edu/~rbsc/department/manuscripts/).

Qualifications:

Required qualifications a graduate degree in American history, English literature, or a related area; hands-on experience working with literary and historical materials; good working knowledge of at least one Western European language other than English, especially French. May be required to work occasional nights and weekends.

Preferred qualifications include a PhD or equivalent in American history, English literature or a related field; MLS from an ALA-accredited school; knowledge of MARC-format cataloging and XML-encoding; public services and supervisory experience.

Term and Appointment: This is a two-year term position. The successful candidate will be appointed to an appropriate professional specialist rank for the term.

Compensation and Benefits: Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience and accomplishments. Twenty-four (24) vacation days a year, plus eleven (11) paid holidays. Annuity program (TIAA/CREF or Vanguard), group life insurance, health coverage insurance, disability insurance, and other benefits are available.

Nominations and Applications: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Nominations and applications (cover letter, resume and the names, titles, addresses and phone numbers of three references) will be accepted only from the Jobs at Princeton website: http://www.princeton.edu/jobs

Applicants must be eligible to work in the U.S.

Princeton University is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable EEO and affirmative action regulations.

For information about applying to Princeton, please link to
http://www.princeton.edu/jobs

Archives Researcher, Digitization Project , NBC Universal

Company: NBC Universal
About Us: NBC Universal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We develop, produce and market entertainment, news and information to a global market. NBC Universal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks.
Position: Archives Researcher, Digitization Project
Type: Full-time one year freelance, but opportunity to be extended. $20 per hour. Position starts in January.
Location: North Bergen, New Jersey and sometimes New York City
Essential Responsibilities:
Work under the direction of Media Desk Assistant Manager and Digitization Project supervisor, research and locate media for digitization.
Work closely with various departments within MSNBC/NBC Universal to locate archive content.
Experience with researching archival material.
Knowledge of current events, world leaders and history.
Facility with database research and computer editing applications is essential.
Eligibility Requirements:
Willingness to work overtime, and on weekends with short notice to cover breaking news and developing news assignments.
Must be willing to work in New Jersey and New York
Please email resume/cover letter to nbcunidigijobs@nbcuni.com and put "Research Position 19542852" in ubject. Qualified candidates will be contacted.

Archives Researcher, Digitization Project , NBC Universal

Company: NBC Universal
About Us: NBC Universal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We develop, produce and market entertainment, news and information to a global market. NBC Universal owns and operates a valuable portfolio of news and entertainment networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks.

Position: Archives Researcher, Digitization Project
Type: Full-time one year freelance, but opportunity to be extended. $20 per hour. Position starts in January.
Location: North Bergen, New Jersey and sometimes New York City
Essential Responsibilities:
Work under the direction of Media Desk Assistant Manager and Digitization Project supervisor, research and locate media for digitization.
Work closely with various departments within MSNBC/NBC Universal to locate archive content.
Experience with researching archival material.
Knowledge of current events, world leaders and history.
Facility with database research and computer editing applications is essential.

Eligibility Requirements:
Willingness to work overtime, and on weekends with short notice to cover breaking news and developing news assignments.
Must be willing to work in New Jersey and New York
Please email resume/cover letter to nbcunidigijobs@nbcuni.com and put "Research Position 19542852" in ubject. Qualified candidates will be contacted.

Part time reference position at SUNY Old Westbury

SUNY Old Westbury seeks a reference librarian for ten hours per week, nights/weekends, during the fall and spring semesters. Requirements: ALA accredited degree, one year reference experience, knowledge of library technologies, excellent communication skills.

Stephen Kirkpatrick | Library Director | SUNY College at Old Westbury
P.O. Box 229, Old Westbury, NY 11568 | V: 516-876-3156 | F: 516-876-3325

Media Librarian at Long Island University / Brooklyn Campus Library

The library at Long Island University’s Brooklyn Campus serves a multicultural community of users and provides extensive access to print and electronic resources in the humanities and social sciences, with special emphasis on the health sciences in general, and pharmacy and nursing in particular.

Description
This is a tenure-track position. The Media Librarian is responsible for evaluating, managing, and promoting the multimedia collection to support curricular needs. Duties include supervision and training of clerical staff and student assistants, coverage of the service desk, and development of the center’s collection. The Media Librarian provides media-related library instruction sessions and assistance to users and participates in planning, collection development, outcomes assessment, committees, and professional development. Some evening and weekend shifts are required, as is occasional reference desk coverage.

Qualifications
The successful candidate will demonstrate knowledge of film and mass media history and maintain an interest in contemporary trends in media and related areas. S/he will have experience with media content in a variety of formats in an online environment and will be knowledgeable regarding evolving technologies in the digital media field.

Requirements
ALA-accredited MLS degree, 30 additional graduate credits, and three–four years’ experience in providing media-related library services. The successful candidate will have excellent communication and collaborative skills, will work both independently and in a team environment, and will train staff in library applications.

Preferred
Second Master’s degree in a relevant subject area and experience in an academic library setting are highly desirable.

To apply
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please send resume, letter addressing qualifications, and names and contact information (not letters) of three references to: Rachel Gleiberman, Long Island University, LLC Room 517, 1 University Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11201, or via e-mail to Rachel.Gleiberman@liu.edu.

Long Island University is the seventh largest private university in the U.S. It is recognized for its strength in the liberal arts and sciences, health sciences, and library and information science. The Brooklyn Campus, located in downtown Brooklyn with easy access to Manhattan, enrolls more than 11,000 students pursuing undergraduate and graduate (including doctoral) degrees in the various colleges: Arts and Sciences, Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Education, Health Professions, Nursing, Business and Public Administration. With a staff exceeding 40, the library contains 265,000 books, 1,400 periodical subscriptions, 8,700 audiovisual items, and nearly 344,000 units of microforms and a collection of AV resources. LIU is an EEO/AA employer. Please visit our website at www.brooklyn.liu.edu/library/.

Serials/Database Coordinator, Long Island University / Brooklyn Campus Library

The library at Long Island University’s Brooklyn Campus serves a multicultural community of users and provides extensive access to print and electronic resources in the humanities and social sciences, with special emphasis on the health sciences in general, and pharmacy and nursing in particular.

Description
This is a tenure-track position. The Serials/Database Coordinator is responsible for evaluating, managing, and promoting the collection of print and electronic serials and databases. Duties include supervising the periodicals department including coverage of the periodicals service desk, training clerical staff and student assistants, and compiling statistical data on usage, as well as occasional reference desk service and library instruction. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to user-centered service and will participate in planning, collection development, outcomes assessment, committees, and professional development.

Qualifications
The successful candidate will have experience in selecting database products, will be familiar with serials-related technologies used to provide access to databases and electronic resources, will have experience with serials control in an integrated system environment, and will be knowledgeable regarding the serials and database marketplaces.

Requirements
ALA-accredited MLS degree, 30 additional graduate credits, and three–four years’ serials/database experience. The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent communication and collaborative skills and will work both independently and in a team environment.

Preferred
Second Master’s degree and work experience in an academic library environment are highly desirable.

To apply
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please send resume, letter addressing qualifications, and names and contact information (not letters) of three references to: Rachel Gleiberman, Long Island University, LLC Room 517, 1 University Plaza, Brooklyn, NY 11201, or via e-mail to Rachel.Gleiberman@liu.edu.

Long Island University is the seventh largest private university in the U.S. It is recognized for its strength in the liberal arts and sciences, health sciences, and library and information science. The Brooklyn Campus, located in downtown Brooklyn with easy access to Manhattan, enrolls more than 11,000 students pursuing undergraduate and graduate (including doctoral) degrees in the various colleges: Arts and Sciences, Pharmacy and Health Sciences, Education, Health Professions, Nursing, Business and Public Administration. With a staff exceeding 40, the library contains 265,000 books, 1,400 periodical subscriptions, 8,700 audiovisual items, and nearly 344,000 units of microforms and a collection of AV resources. LIU is an EEO/AA employer. Please visit our website at www.brooklyn.liu.edu/library/.

Emerging Technology/Engineering Librarian at Alfred University (Alfred, NY)

Scholes Library, New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University, seeks candidates for an Emerging Technology/Engineering Librarian. This 10-month, tenure-track position reports to the Director of Scholes Library/Associate Dean of Libraries. The College of Ceramics is a statutory college of the State University of New York and home to the School of Art & Design and the Inamori School of Engineering. Scholes Library is a research-oriented, service-focused organization that works in strategic partnerships with Alfred University's Herrick Memorial Library and the State University SUNYConnect Consortium.

The Emerging Technology/Engineering Librarian is responsible for library systems and serves as the library’s engineering subject specialist. Systems responsibilities include managing the library’s ILS, web presence, and digital resources; providing technology support; leading the Information Delivery Services department; and guiding emerging technology and digitization efforts for instruction, reference, outreach, research, and web services. Subject specialist responsibilities include serving as liaison to the School of Engineering and providing collection development, reference, instruction, and research services.

All library faculty are required to serve on Library, College and University committees as appropriate and participate in shared reference coverage, including some evening and occasional weekend hours.

Required qualifications: ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library/Information Science or equivalent; a familiarity with information resources in science and engineering; knowledge of current and emerging trends in library technologies; an ability to manage projects; and evidence of the ability to meet the requirements of promotion and tenure.

Preference will be given to candidates with: A degree or substantial background in the physical sciences; familiarity with a broad range of resources in engineering or materials science; recent experience with web development and content management; and experience supporting interlibrary loan/document delivery.

The New York State College of Ceramics at Alfred University features programs in the visual fine arts, design, and the science of ceramics and glass. These high-quality, internationally known programs offer degrees at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Alfred University, a comprehensive university of 2,300 students located in western New York, is the second oldest co-educational institution in the nation.

Salary is competitive, with excellent benefits including tuition benefits and tuition exchange.

To apply, submit a letter of application, resume, name/address/phone number of at least three references to Mark A. Smith, Director, Scholes Library, NYS College of Ceramics at Alfred University, 2 Pine Street, Alfred, NY 14802, email: msmith@alfred.edu, fax: 607-871-2349. Application review begins January 10th, 2011 and continues until the position is filled.

Alfred University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting, supporting and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students

Head of Resources and Information Services, Birnbaum Library, Pace Univ.

Position Title:
Head of Resources and Information Services

Basic Function:
Organize, coordinate, and administer comprehensive reference, research, and referral services in a dynamic, team-based, client-centered environment supported by advanced library technology; provide frontline supervision of the reference service desk, local resource development, electronic research network, and evening/weekend services; exert leadership in developing, planning, and implementing innovative services, collections, and programs that both anticipate and respond to the complex needs of a increasingly diverse constituency.

Position Qualifications:
ALA-accredited MLS.
Extensive working knowledge of print and electronic reference sources.
Minimum 3-5 years of progressively responsible and significant experience in academic library information services, utilizing print and electronic information resources.
Effective supervisory, organizational and management skills.
Commitment to principles of collegiality, user-centered service, and information literacy.
Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.

About Pace University:
For more than 100 years Pace University has been preparing students to become leaders in their fields by providing an education that combines exceptional academics with professional experience and the New York advantage. Pace has campuses in New York City and Westchester County. A private metropolitan university, Pace enrolls nearly 13,000 students in bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral programs in the Dyson College of Arts and Sciences, Lienhard School of Nursing, Lubin School of Business, School of Education, School of Law, and Seidenberg School of Computer Science and Information Systems.

Pace University is an Equal Employment and Affirmative Action Employer, committed to ensuring a diverse learning and working environment. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

We offer the resources of a private, nationally-ranked university, tuition waivers for family members and an attractive benefits and compensation package. Please visit careers.pace.edu and select Staff Positions to view this opportunity by its job title or Posting Number 0600920.

New Vacancy - Curator of the Baldwin Library, Univ. of Florida

The University of Florida - The George A. Smathers Libraries and the Department of Special and Area Studies Collections seeks a creative, innovative, and service-oriented individual to develop and manage all aspects of its Baldwin Library of Historical Children's Literature, one of the largest collections of English language children’s books in the world (including materials published from the mid-1600’s to date). The incumbent will promote awareness of and access to this collection through in-library activities (cataloging, digitization, etc.) and outreach efforts on the UF campus and beyond including lectures and preparation of exhibits. Working collaboratively on departmental and interdepartmental group efforts, the curator will maintain close professional relationships with faculty, students and colleagues and participate in the general department public services program, including Research Room desk duty, to assist patrons and encourage greater awareness and use of the collections (and including providing advanced research assistance on the Baldwin Library collection). The library encourages staff participation in reaching management decisions and consequently the Curator of the Baldwin Library will serve on various committees and teams. The incumbent will pursue professional development opportunities, including research, publication, and professional association activities, to meet library-wide criteria for tenure and promotion.

The complete vacancy announcement and application instructions are available at: http://www.uflib.ufl.edu/pers/careers.htm.

New Vacancy - Science and Technology Librarian, Univ. of Florida

PLEASE NOTE: This is a time-limited position to replace a library faculty member who has been reassigned to a grant. The duration of the position is for approximately 9 months.

The University of Florida - The George A. Smathers Libraries seeks a creative and service-oriented reference and instruction librarian for the sciences. The Science and Technology Librarian provides reference assistance, instruction, outreach, for disciplines served by the Marston Science Library. A key element of the assignment is the use of new technology to access and deliver information to library users. The librarian works constructively in group efforts and maintains close working relationships with faculty, students and colleagues. The position is responsible for special projects such as collection reviews, monitoring UF science publications, or preparation of web-based resources.

The complete vacancy announcement and application instructions are available at: http://www.uflib.ufl.edu/pers/careers.htm.

"Grant Writing for Digitization and Preservation" at METRO on Dec. 16

Get a head start on your preparations for the upcoming 2011 “Grant Season”! On Thursday, December 16th, instructor Thomas F. R. Clareson will lead METRO’s “Grant Writing for Digitization and Preservation Projects” workshop featuring updated content and resources for the 2011 grant year. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to get expert help and secure funding for your next project!

Mr. Clareson will go over how to match your project with the appropriate funding agency and preparing to write a proposal. Since most digitization and preservation grants are funded through the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH), the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), and the National Historical Publications and Records Commission (NHPRC), the session is based upon those particular granting entities’ requirements. Developing proposals for state, local and foundation funding sources will also be addressed. The majority of the day will be spent covering the elements of an effective grant proposal, with practice writing and reviewing those elements. Join us!

“Grant Writing for Digitization and Preservation Projects” will take place on Thursday, December 16, 2010 from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at METRO: 57 East 11th Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10003.

Registration fees: $150 members; $125 myMETRO; $175 non-members
To register or to learn more, please visit http://bit.ly/cefr05.
Please contact Laura Forshay at lforshay@metro.org, 212.228.2320 x10 with any questions.

"Personal Digital Archiving" workshop at METRO, Dec 15

Join us at METRO on December 15th for our “Personal Digital Archiving” workshop with Ellyssa Kroski. As digitization becomes more common in our personal and professional lives, many of us also experience data loss due to hard drive failure, file corruption, technology obsolescence, or accidental file deletion. Learn how you can take steps to safeguard your digital creations both at work and at home. Ms. Kroski will also discuss consolidating multiple file versions, cataloging resources, and local versus cloud-based storage. Register now!

Registration fees: $35 members; $35 myMETRO; $60 non-members
To register or to learn more, please visit http://bit.ly/c2zCHr.
This program will take place on Wednesday, December 15th from 1:00 PM – 4:00 PM at METRO: 57 East 11th Street, 4th Floor, New York, NY 10003.

Scholarly Communication Librarian position at Syracuse University

The Syracuse University Library seeks an energetic and visionary librarian who is passionate about the challenges of digital scholarly communication. This librarian will have a deep knowledge of the scholarly process and an avid interest in the future of digital research. A main assignment will be to direct SUrface, the university’s new institutional repository/research database at http://surface.syr.edu, with the goal of building it into a model, state-of-the-art online resource. The scholarly communication librarian will develop an understanding of the theory, principles, and evolving practice of scholarly communication in the academy in order to make available, facilitate, and extend the broadest access to resources needed by the Syracuse University community for teaching and learning.

This position will bridge the gap between the library and the SU research community by advising, instructing, and advocating for best practices in open access, and digital resources and preservation. This position is part of the library’s Unit for Research, Collections, and Scholarly Communication (RCSC), and will work closely with the associate dean to communicate with faculty and graduate students.

A complete position description can be found on the Syracuse University Library website:
http://library.syr.edu/about/admin/PDF/SUrface%20Librarian%20position_11242010.pdf

To apply, visit the Syracuse University Human Resources website:
http://humanresources.syr.edu/proemp/job_opps.html
[Scholarly Communication Librarian / Job # 027057 ]

Technical Services Librarian, Long Island University

APPLICATIONS ARE INVITED FOR CONSIDERATION FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE FOLLOWING POSITION AT THE B. DAVIS SCHWARTZ MEMORIAL LIBRARY AT THE C.W. POST CAMPUS OF LONG ISLAND UNIVERSITY

TITLE: Technical Services Librarian CAMPUS: C.W. Post Library

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Technical Services Librarian assists in the supervision of the acquisitions routines of the Technical Services Department. The successful candidate has chief responsibility for overseeing the gifts and exchange operations and functions and participates in various collection development initiatives: selection, acquisition, and deselection of materials. The candidate also engages in cataloging activities and participates in the Library’s information literacy and bibliographic instruction programs. This librarian serves as liaison for selected academic departments and is active in library and campus-wide activities. The Technical Services Librarian is a tenure-track, faculty status position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants must have an MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited library school. Two years of technical services experience in an academic library is preferred. Candidates must have a strong commitment to serve the University community; the ability to interact and collaborate with a diverse group of patrons and co-workers; the ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment; and excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills. The ideal candidate should have knowledge of cataloging standards including metadata schemas such as AACR2 and content standards such as RDA, familiarity with MARC 21, integrated library systems and bibliographic utilities (OCLC) experience.

SPECIAL INFORMATION:

Strong preference will be given to a candidate with a second Master’s degree or 30 additional graduate credits.

FSFA STATUS: Exempt

SALARY: Negotiable

DATE TO BE FILLED: Spring 2011

CLOSING DATE: Applications received by January 31, 2011 will receive first consideration, however, application review will continue until the position is filled.

CONTACT: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and a resume to: Personnel Office, Long Island University, 720 Northern Blvd., Brookville, NY 11548. Email: hr@liu.edu or call 516-299-2253/2254.

Long Island University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

Information Literacy Librarian: Suffolk Community College, Riverhead, NY

The Eastern Campus of Suffolk Community College will soon have an opening for an Information Literacy Librarian.

For a job description and to apply online, see http://www.sunysuffolk.edu/Administration/HumanResources/employment.asp?id=408