Head of Library Instruction and Undergraduate Outreach: Princeton University, Princeton, NJ

Head of Library Instruction and Undergraduate Outreach

Firestone Library

Princeton University Library

Princeton, New Jersey

Requisition #0110038

The Princeton University Library comprises a large central library and nine specialized libraries that are heavily used by an academic community of 6,400 students, 1,100 faculty members, and many visiting scholars. To support the diverse needs of its users, the Library holds some six million printed volumes, ranging from incunabula to current imprints, and provides access to many other records of human knowledge, such as ancient papyri and cylinder seals, modern literary manuscripts, and recently produced electronic databases and journals. The Library employs more than 300 professional and support personnel, complemented by a large student and hourly workforce. Please consult the Library Web site at http://library.princeton.edu/ for more information.

Available: Immediately

Search Committee: (Princeton access only)

Responsibilities:

The Head of Library Instruction and Undergraduate Outreach designs and implements innovative library services and instruction programs that provide students with strong foundational experiences in information discovery, retrieval and evaluation in support of the university’s general education requirements. Drawing upon the resources of a world-class research institution dedicated to undergraduate teaching, this position provides leadership and vision within the library and on campus to ensure that Princeton students develop the necessary information discovery and analysis skills needed to carry out successful independent research that is a hallmark of the undergraduate experience at Princeton. This position reports to the Associate University Librarian for Research and Instructional Services.

General responsibilities include:

• applying professional expertise in the design, delivery, management, and assessment of library instructional services;
• developing a coordinated library instruction program in collaboration with liaison librarians, teaching faculty, and campus partners offering instructional technology and pedagogical services;
• organizing and leading library-wide training opportunities on effective teaching and student learning;
• participating in the delivery of general reference and research consultation services, which may involve occasional evening and weekend work;
• contributing to library operations and initiatives through leadership and participation on committees, task forces, and working groups as assigned; and
• representing Princeton in relevant professional and scholarly organizations.
  

Qualifications:
Required:

• ALA-accredited master’s degree in library science;
• minimum of 2 years of experience in the delivery of library instruction in an academic or research library;
• demonstrated understanding of the information needs and information-seeking habits of undergraduates;
• experience using web applications and technologies in the delivery of instruction;
  demonstrated success in fostering teamwork, collaboration, and creativity;
• exceptional analytical, organizational, and interpersonal skills;
• demonstrated project management experience.
  

Preferred:

• broad knowledge of information sources and research databases in use in academic libraries;
• familiarity with assessment techniques as they relate to library services and student learning;
• knowledge of the Blackboard course management system;
• evidence of engagement in research and/or professional service.

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://jobs.princeton.edu/. The successful candidate will be appointed to an appropriate Librarian rank depending upon qualifications and experience with an initial term of appointment of three years.

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 more information about applying to Princeton, please link tohttp://www.princeton.edu/jobs

New England Library Instruction Group 2011 Annual Conference Call for Proposals, Lowell, MA

The New England Library Instruction Group (NELIG), an interest group of ACRL New England, is requesting speaker proposals for its annual conference “Exploring Creativity in Information Literacy” to be held at University of Massachusetts Lowell, MA on Friday, June 3, 2011.

This year's program will explore how librarians can foster a rich learning environment where creativity and curiosity of students flourish.

Some of the aspects we could explore include:

• Teaching methods that emphasize “why’s” instead of “how’s”
• Innovative information literacy programs that enhance individualized learning experience
• Inquiry based teaching modes both in reference services and instruction
• Instructional methods that can accommodate different learning styles of students
• Use of technology to facilitate engaging learning
• Instruction programs that include creativity as a learning outcome

Any other topics that address how to incorporate students’ creativity and curiosity in teaching and learning information literacy are welcome.

Each speaker should plan on speaking 30-35 minutes with an additional 10-15 minutes for question and discussion. The total time allotted for each presentation is a maximum of 45 minutes. We are looking for individual, group, or panel presentations by librarians and/or their collaborative colleagues. Successful proposals will include an explanation of how the theme of creativity will be incorporated into the presentation.

If you are interested in presenting a session or a panel, please submit a one-page proposal to Melinda Malik (MalikM@Merrimack.edu) and Young-Joo Lee (yj8303@yahoo.com) by February 28, 2011. Please include complete contact information of all speakers and any technology or other equipment requirements.

Education and Curriculum Librarian: New York University, New York, NY

The NYU Health Sciences Libraries recently posted a METRO Job Bank Announcement for Education and Curriculum Librarian. The METRO Job Bank is the online career center maintained by the Metropolitan New York Library Council (www.metro.org). For more information about the position and the application process, please see the announcement at http://www.metro.org/en/jobs/v/43 .

Political Science Books Offered for Donation

Dr. Julie Reiss is seeking to donate the collection of her late father to a college or university library in the New York area. The titles are listed below. The collection need not stay together; books can be donated individually. Dr. Reiss notes that all the books are in excellent condition.

Contact Information
CHRISTIE’SEDUCATION NEW YORK
11 West 42nd Street, 8th floor
New York, NY 10036
Tel: 212 355 1501 ext. 307
Fax: 212 355 7370
http://www.christies.edu/

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The following is a list of books that we are offering for donation. All books are hardcover unless otherwise indicated.

Introduction to Contemporary Civilization in the West; A Sourcebook vols I and II
Prepared by the Contemporary Civilization Staff of Columbia College, Coulmbia Univ Press 1946.

Bradley, David. No Place to Hide. Little, Brown & Co., 1948.

Bryce, James. The American Commonwealth, volumes I and II. New York: MacMillan, 1913.

Cecil, David. Melbourne. Indianapolis: Bobbs-Merrill, 1954.

Cousins, Norman. Ed. “In God We Trust”: The Religious Beliefs and Ideas of the American Founding Fathers. New York: Harper & Bros., 1958.

Devoto, Bernard. The Year of Decision: 1846.Boston: Little, Brown & Co., 1943.

Fauvet, Jacques. La France Déchiré. Librairie Atheme Fayard, 1957. **paperback.

Gabriel, Ralph Henry. The Course of American Democratic Thought; An Intellectual History Since 1815. New York: Ronald Press Co., 1940.

Goguel, Francois. France Under the 4th Republic. Ithaca: Cornell Univ. Press, 1952
**paperback.

Herbert, A.P. Independent Member. New York: Doubleday, 1951.

Huddleston, Sisley. France: The Tragic Years, 1939-1947. An Eyewitness Account of War, Occupation and Liberation. Devon-Adair, 1955.

Hyneman, Charles S. Bureaucracy in a Democracy. New York: Harper & Bros., 1950.

Josephson, Matthew. Sydney Hillman; Statesman of American Labor. New York: Doubleday, 1952.

Kraus, Michael. The Atlantic Civilization: 18th Century Origins. Published for the American Historical Assn. by Cornell Univ. Press, Ithaca, 1949.

Laski, Harold J. The American Democracy: A commentary and an Interpretation. New York: Viking Press, 1948.

Madison, Charles A. Critics and Crusaders. New York: Henry Holt & Co, 1947-1948.

McKay, Donald C. The United States and France. Cambridge: Harvard Univ. Press, 1951.

Mills, C. Wright. The New Men of Power: America’s Labor Leaders. New York: Harcourt Brace, 1948.

Nevins, Allan. The Gateway to History. Boston: D.C. Heath & Co., 1938.

Padover, Saul K. French Institutions: Values and Politics. Stanford Univ. Press, 1954
**paperback

Rauch, Basil. The History of the New Deal, 1933-1938. New York: Creative Age Press, Inc., 1944.

Schlesinger, Arthur M. jr. The Age of Jackson. Boston: Little, Brown & Co., 1946.

Smyth, Henry DeWolf. Atomic Energy for Military Purposes: The Official Report on the Development of the Atomic Bomb Under the Auspices of the United States Government, 1940-1945. Princeton: Princeton Univ. press, 1948.

The Federalist: A Commentary on the Constitution of the United States. From the original text by Alexander Hamilton John Jay, James Madison. New York: Random House, Modern Library Edition, n.d.

Truman, David B. The Governmental Process: Political Interests and Public Opinion. New York: Alfred A. Knopf, 1951.

Williams, Philip. Politics in Post-War France: Parties and the Constitution in the Fourth Republic. London: Longmans, Green & Co., 1955.

Weiss, Paul. Man’s Freedom. New Haven: Yale Univ. Press, 1950.

West, Rebecca. The Meaning of Treason. New York: Viking Press, 1948.

**The following books are quite old and would benefit from a new binding. They are otherwise in good shape.

Political Textbook for 1860: Comprising a View of Presidential Nominations and Elections including All the National Platforms Ever Yet Adopted: Also, A History of the Struggle respecting Slavery in the Territories….
New York: The Tribune Assn., 1860.

Croly, Reverend George, LLD. The Personal History of his Late Majesty George the Fourth: With anecdotes of Distinguished Persons of the last Fifty Years, Volumes I and II (complete)
2nd ed. London: Henry Colburn, 1841.

Michelet, J. Histoire de la Revolution Francaise, Tome I et II Paris: F. Rouff, ed. (don’t see the copyright but they’re very old).

Head of Access Services and Systems: Montclair State University, Montclair, NJ

Position Title: Head of Access Services and Systems
Administrator, Librarian I

Vacancy #: V-575

Department: Sprague Library, Academic Affairs

Job Description: Manages Circulation, Reserves, and Library Systems. Supervises Program Assistant responsible for operations of Circulation and Reserves. Establishes policies/procedures; manages personnel and conducts job performance evaluations; prepares budgets; coordinates selection and management of library systems applications; plans andcoordinates digital conversion and publishing initiatives; coordinates training of library staff in use of informationtechnologies; prepares statistics and assessment reports; supports and manages staff workstations and servers; participates in development of digitization initiatives; performs upgrades; coordinates integration library systems release documentation and manages implementation of new features; maintains good communication and cordial work relationships with Library colleagues, Information Technology personnel, and university units. Serves as liaison to several academic departments. Serves on campus committees. Participates in Library and professional committees. Provides reference services and library instruction on limited basis. Keeps informed of professional trends and practices.Tenure track. Reports to Associate Dean for Technical Services.

Qualifications & Requirements: BA/BS from an accredited college or university. Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school. Second master’s degree in another subject area. Five (5) additional years’ professional library experience may be considered in substitution for the second master’s degree. Five (5) years’ demonstrated successful management of computer systems projects, access services, and networking; knowledge of MARC and OCLC record structures, web design and support skills. Excellent leadership abilities; excellent verbal and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills. Initiative, flexibility and creativity. Experience with integrated library systems, preferably SIRSIDynix Symphony ILS. Strong service orientation and commitment to continuous professional development.

Salary Range: Dependent on qualification and experience

Anticipated Start Date: OPEN

Send letter and resume to (include vacancy # if above): Dr. Judith Lin Hunt, Dean of Library Services,
Sprague Library (V-575)
Montclair State University
1 Normal Avenue
Montclair, NJ 07042

Apply By: Position remains open until filled.

Organizational Marketing Statement: With a proud history and a vibrant future, Montclair State University is one of New Jersey's most diverse and dynamic institutions of higher education.

Located 14 miles west of New York City on a 246-acre campus which boasts modern, state-of-the-art facilities complemented by green spaces, public plazas, and early twentieth-century architecture, the University offers a comprehensive undergraduate curriculum with a global focus; a broad variety of superior graduate programs through the doctoral level; and a talented and diverse faculty and student body.

The University's six colleges and schools offer more than 300 undergraduate and graduate majors, minors, concentrations, and certificate programs, and with more than 120 student organizations and 17 varsity sports for men and women, Montclair State offers students the total college experience.

EEO/AA Statement:
Montclair State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution with a strong commitment to diversity. Additional information can be found on the MSU website at www.montclair.edu.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION INSTITUTION

Archivist (Part-time, Temporary): Wildlife Conservation Society Library, New York, NY

The Wildlife Conservation Society Library is looking for an experienced, professional Archivist. The ideal candidate for this part-time, temporary position (up to 25 hours per week for 20 weeks) will be knowledgeable about the assessment, selection, arrangement, and description of institutional archives.

The WCS Archives contains over 1,300 boxes of material in various stages of curation. The bulk of the collection is the administrative history of the New York Zoological Society (Bronx Zoo), our other living institutions (New York Aquarium, Central Park, Queens and Prospect Park Zoos), as well as materials from our international programs.

The candidate selected will work with the WCS Library staff, beginning the selection process and advising on the best arrangement for the materials based on our needs.

Please send your resume and cover letter, including your hourly fee, to library@wcs.org.

Assistant Curator for South Asia Collection (1-year position): Yale University, New Haven, CT

Assistant Curator for South Asia Collection
South Asia Collection

Sterling Memorial Library
Yale University
New Haven, CT
Rank: Librarian I-II
www.yale.edu/jobs

Fixed Duration: One (1) year from date of hire

Schedule: Full-time (37.5 hours per week); Standard Work Week (M-F, 8:30-5:00)

Yale University offers exciting opportunities for achievement and growth in New Haven, Connecticut. Conveniently located between Boston and New York, New Haven is the creative capital of Connecticut with cultural resources that include two major art museums, a critically-acclaimed repertory theater, state-of-the-art concert hall, and world-renowned schools of Architecture, Art, Drama, and Music.

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 http://www.library.yale.edu/.

SOUTH ASIA COLLECTION

The South Asia Collection is made of monographs, and serials, as well as visual, archival and manuscript collections that can be found throughout the Yale University Library system. Holding libraries include the Sterling Memorial Library, the Social Science Library, the Divinity Library, Manuscripts and Archives Department as well as the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library. The Library’s strongest holdings of material on South Asia are in the English language and for the following disciplines: the history of western involvement in South Asia, modern India (from 1947), literature in English, and religion (especially Buddhism and Christianity). The South Asia Collection’s holdings in Sanskrit and the classical languages of South Asia contain some of the oldest printed holdings among North American libraries. Current South Asian language collections include literature, linguistics and humanities material in Hindi, Tamil, and Urdu.

Concerted and combined library collecting and research service efforts over the past 10 years have been conducted to support the graduate and undergraduate teaching and research needs of the faculty and students affiliated with the South Asian Studies Council of the MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies its current India Initiative (see: http://www.yale.edu/macmillan/southasia/flash.htm) . The South Asia Collection’s assistant curator’s acquisitions and cataloging efforts are supported with one full-time dedicated acquisitions and copy cataloging assistant position whose offices will be housed in the Sterling Memorial Library.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Reporting to the Curator of the South and Southeast Asia Collections, the Assistant Curator for South Asia Collection serves as the subject specialist responsible for library support of research and teaching about South Asia-related topics at Yale. The Assistant Curator for the South Asia Collection develops strong working relationships with faculty, students, and affiliated scholars conducting research in Afghanistan, Pakistan, India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, and Sri Lanka across departments and programs, taking initiative to identify and meet their expectations for collections and services. Provides reference, research education, research guides and web pages, and consultation on the effective application of new technologies.

The Assistant Curator for the South Asia Collection partners with departments and programs on projects that further teaching and scholarship, such as digitization, web publishing, workshops, and other initiatives that enhance the academic mission. Provides public services for the South Asia Collection, serves as a member of the South Asian Studies Council of the MacMillan Center for International and Area Studies, and seeks ways to enhance support for Hindi, Tamil, and Urdu language special collections across the Yale University Library.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The Assistant Curator for the South Asia Collection is responsible for selection of materials for the South Asia Collection, including fund management, reporting, and management of the acquisitions and cataloging processes. Supervises and works closely with the South Asia Collection Acquisitions and Cataloging Assistant to insure the effective acquisition, processing, and copy-cataloging of materials in all formats, and interacts with staff in the Preservation department in support of preservation efforts for brittle out-of-print materials in the collection. Provides proactive outreach with the South Asian Studies Council, South Asian Studies faculty, research fellows, language lecturers and students, and collaboration with other library colleagues in relevant departments for selection in this area. Seeks ways to collaborate with South Asia collection colleagues at other institutions to leverage resources and to pursue efforts in cooperative collection development efforts.

The Assistant Curator contributes to goal-setting and strategic planning and manages projects in the South and Southeast Asia Collections as assigned. Seeks opportunities to contribute to the Yale University Library through participation in committees, task forces, working groups, and programs. Expected to be active professionally in organizations such as the Committee on South Asian Libraries and Documentation, the North American professional organization for South Asian Studies librarians.

Engages actively with professional organizations and literature; keeps abreast of subject matter trends and developments. Participates in and contributes to library long-term planning and serves on various committees and task forces. May be required to participate with 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 (preferred) and/or graduate degree in a South Asian Studies-related field. Appointment to the rank of Librarian II requires a minimum of two years of professional experience and demonstrated professional accomplishments appropriate to the rank. Experience teaching in a library or academic setting. Experience creating content for web pages (for use in creating a new South Asia Collection page). Experience with public services, reference, and/or collection development.

Excellent communication skills (reading, writing, and speaking) in Hindi, Tamil, or Urdu; Preferred: Ability to read Sanskrit at a high level of proficiency. Ability to communicate in English (reading, writing, and speaking). Broad knowledge of South Asian cultures; Familiarity with the history of and current trends in scholarly research related to South Asian Studies. Knowledge of South Asian book trade is critical. Familiarity with the major bibliographic tools and research methods for South Asian Studies. Familiarity with the sources and approaches in teaching South Asia-related research methods and bibliographic instruction courses. Demonstrated ability to succeed in a collaborative, team-based environment. Demonstrated ability to work collegially and cooperatively within and across organizations. Knowledge of trends in electronic resources and networked access to information, citation management (such as Refworks, EndNote, or Zotero, etc.), and other technologies used by readers and libraries to facilitate information access and management. Demonstrated online outreach skills using key social media sites including, but not limited to, Facebook, Twitter, Flickr, YouTube, and WordPress.

Preferred: Supervisory experience. Experience providing training in technical services areas including acquisitions or cataloging software. Demonstrated skills in web site development, RSS, video and audio production, and graphics software; Ability to plan, manage, and coordinate complex projects; demonstrated record of devising and bringing projects to a conclusion in a timely fashion.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country's great workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with a wide variety of insurance choices, liberal paid time off, fantastic family and educational benefits, a variety of retirement benefits, extensive recreational facilities, and much more.

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 11999BR. Please be sure to reference #11999BR in your cover letter.

BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS

All external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment background screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check. Please visit www.yale.edu/hronline/careers/screening/faqs.html for additional information on the background check requirements and process.

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.

School of Management (SOM) Librarian: Yale University, New Haven, CT

School of Management (SOM) Librarian
Social Science Library
Yale University
New Haven, CT
Rank: I-III
www.yale.edu/jobs

Schedule: Full-time; Flexible Based on Departmental Needs

Yale University offers exciting opportunities for achievement and growth in New Haven, Connecticut. Conveniently located between Boston and New York, New Haven is the creative capital of Connecticut with cultural resources that include two major art museums, a critically-acclaimed repertory theater, state-of-the-art concert hall, and world-renowned schools of Architecture, Art, Drama, and Music.

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 http://www.library.yale.edu/.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

Under the direction of the Director of the Social Science Libraries, the School of Management (SOM) Librarian serves as liaison to the more than 100 faculty members, approximately 500 graduate students, and administrators at the Yale School of Management, and provides business reference services for the entire Yale community. The SOM Librarian is a member of the Social Science Libraries Team and participates in Yale University Library programs and committees.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides research support for management and business to students and faculty via consultations and other reference service points. Creates and maintains research guides and other research support tools. Initiates outreach to the School of Management community. Selects management and business-related material in all formats. Identifies, tests, and negotiates agreements for business and finance databases and data. Manages a collection budget of over $500,000. Develops and maintains web site. Provides general reference service at the Social Science Library. Participates as a team member in service program development of the Social Science Libraries.

Participates in and contributes to library long-term planning and is professionally active in library, scholarly, and/or academic organizations. Participates in Library-wide committees as appropriate. Participates in professional activities outside of Yale and monitors developments and best practices elsewhere to help ensure the excellence of the Yale business and management collection and research support services. Represents the Library and the University in the academic and professional community by serving on various committees and task forces. May be required to participate with 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 required. Experience with electronic information resources, microcomputers, networks, and internet tools required. Appointment to the rank of Librarian II requires a minimum of two years of professional experience and demonstrated professional accomplishments appropriate to the rank. Appointment to the Librarian III rank requires at least five years of professional experience and demonstrated professional accomplishments appropriate to the rank.

Preferred: Undergraduate and/or advanced degree in business or finance and demonstrated knowledge of business and financial resources in all formats. Demonstrated knowledge of one or more Western European languages.

SALARY AND BENEFITS

We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country's great workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with a wide variety of insurance choices, liberal paid time off, fantastic family and educational benefits, a variety of retirement benefits, extensive recreational facilities, and much more. 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 10446BR. Please be sure to reference #10446BR in your cover letter.

BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS

All external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment screening for this position, which may include motor vehicle and credit checks based on the position description and job requirements. All offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check. Please visit http://www.yale.edu/hronline/careers/screening/faqs.html for additional information on the background check requirements and process.

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.

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Internship: Outreach and Field Archivist (PT, Temporary): Brooklyn College, CUNY, Brooklyn, NY

Internship: Outreach and Field Archivist: February 1- June 30, 2011 Part-time archivist to assist the Project Director of the Shirley Chisholm Project of Brooklyn Women's Activism, 1945 to the Present. http://shirleychisholmproject.brooklyn.cuny.edu

The general responsibilities of the archivist entail expanding the archive collection, which is currently housed in the Special Collections section of the Brooklyn College Library. They will seek out documents€”photographs, letters, and memorabilia to be acquired for the collection. The position may require traveling within and outside of New York State to meet with people who knew Chisholm. .

Preferred Qualifications:

A working knowledge of U. S. history is; in particular knowledge of 20th-century Brooklyn, New York State history and in particular US history 1960 to 1980.

A working history Shirley Chisholm, the role of women in the black freedom struggle, the post 1960s women's movement.

Enrolled in an accredited program for Archival or Library Studies (Undergraduate or Graduate)

Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; comfort with meeting new people.

Demonstrated ability to work well with a diverse range of constituents and otherwise get along with colleagues, faculty, students, visiting scholars, and the public.

Ability to use IT applications in an archives and/or library environment, including imaging technology, databases, content management systems, and a working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.

Evening or weekend availability and willingness to travel.

Compensation:

The position is granted funded, through the New York State Archives. You must be available to work from February 1, 2011-June 1, 2011. The rate is $20.00 an hour for a maximum of 450 hours. Unfortunately there are no health benefits tied to this position.

Please Send Resume to:

bwinslow@brooklyn.cuny.edu

Chisholmproject@brooklyn.cuny.edu

Please put in the subject heading of your e-mail internship position.

Barbara Winslow, Associate Professor and Director of The Shirley Chisholm Project of Brooklyn Women's Activism, 1945 to the Present Brooklyn College of the City University of New York 2900 Bedford Avenue, Brooklyn NY 11210 718-951-5000 extension 6478 or 6647.

Reference/Instruction Librarian (General): Hunter College, CUNY, New York, NY

Reference/Instruction Librarian
Instructor or Assistant Professor

Reporting to the Head of Reference & Instruction, the Reference/Instruction Librarian in this faculty -level, tenure track position provides general and specialized reference services and library instruction; assist patrons with database searching and with accessing sources of statistical information; serve asfaculty liaison with one or more Hunter College departments; develop general and course-specific instructional materials and topic guides in all formats; participate in collection development and web content development; manages special projects; and other duties as needed. May be required to work at multiple Hunter Library locations.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required: Instructor: MLS, or equivalent from an ALA-accredited library school. (2nd Master's required after 5 years).

Assistant Professor: MLS, or its equivalent from an ALA-accredited library school, and an additional

Master’s degree or Doctorate.

Highly desirable: Minimum two years academic reference or other library experience. Experience with electronic resources, including online course technologies and multimedia services such as online tutorials for library instruction, web 2.0 technology, and collection development; aware of trends in academia and academic librarianship; willingness to work in a team environment, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to meet requirements for promotion and tenure.

COMPENSATION

Instructor: $39,399 - $61,043; Assistant Professor, $42,873 - $64,956 commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent fringe benefits. 35 - hour, 5 - day workweek, including evenings and/or weekends.

BENEFITS

CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans. Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria. Position is available February 2011.

HOW TO APPLY

Position is available February 2011. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Send resume and names (with addresses, telephone, fax numbers, e-mail addresses) or at least three current references to: libsearch@hunter.cuny.edu

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

The City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer which complies with all applicable laws and regulations, and encourages inclusive excellence in its employment practices.

Reference/Instruction Librarian, School of Social Work Library (SSWL): Hunter College, CUNY, New York, NY

Reference/Instruction Librarian
Instructor or Assistant Professor

Duties: Reporting to the Head Librarian of the School of Social Work Library at Hunter College’s Social Work Campus, the Librarian will provide general and specialized reference services to students and faculty on the use of print and electronic resources will participate in library instruction, collection development, and will oversee special projects. The Librarian will be responsible for the development and content of the SSWL website; will collaborate in the Hunter College main library’s blog; will assist patrons with database searching, and the Internet; develop instructional publications and tutorials in all formats; act as primary contact for reserve collection and will participate in library’s liaison program with academic faculty.

Qualifications:
Required:
Instructor: MLS, or equivalent from an ALA-accredited library school. (2nd Master's required after 5 years).
Assistant Professor: MLS, or its equivalent from an ALA-accredited library school, and an additional Master’s degree or Doctorate.

Highly desirable: Minimum two years academic reference experience in social work or related fields. Experience with electronic resources, including online course technologies and multimedia services such as online tutorials for library instruction, web 2.0 technology, and collection development; aware of trends in social work and social work education; subject degree in social work, psychology, sociology, nursing or related fields; willingness to work in a team environment, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to meet requirements for promotion and tenure.

Salary: Instructor: $ 39,399 - $61,043; Assistant Professor: $ 42,873 - $64,956 commensurate with qualifications and experience. Excellent fringe benefits. 35-hour, 5-day work week, including evenings and/or weekends.

Position is available February 2011. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Send resume and names (with addresses, telephone, fax numbers, e-mail addresses) or at least three current references to: libsearch@hunter.cuny.edu

The City University of New York is an Equal Opportunity Employer which complies with all applicable
laws and regulations, and encourages inclusive excellence in its employment practices.