F/T - Systems Assistant - NY Society Library

Position Announcement: Systems Assistant

The New York Society Library, a private membership library, seeks a
part-time assistant to the Head of Systems. Some weekend hours will be
required. The Library has three servers - a Sun Solaris server running
Innovative Interfaces, and two Windows 2000/2003 Servers running
Microsoft Exchange - and 40 networked workstations.

Responsibilities:

Responding to problems with library computers, peripherals and networks
Working with the Head of Systems to evaluate needs for computer upgrades
Scanning and translating handwritten documents
General hardware and software maintenance
Report writing and statistics gathering
Assisting library members with computer problems

Requirements:

B.A. or B.S. degree in computer/information systems or equivalent experience
Experience with Windows network environments
Knowledge of computer operating systems
Familiarity with library online environments

Applicants should send a cover letter, resume, and list of three
professional references to:

Ingrid Richter, Head of Systems
The New York Society Library
53 East 79th Street
New York, N.Y. 10021.

Fax: (212) 744-5832
E-mail: systems@nysoclib.org
http://www.nysoclib.org/employment.html

About the Library: The New York Society Library, founded in 1754, is
an historic subscription library located in New York's Upper East
Side. The Library's collection strengths are current and historical
materials in English and American literature and criticism, biography,
history, the social sciences, the arts, exploration and travel, books
relating to New York City, and a unique children's collection.
Date Posted: 03/14/09

Originally posted on a Library School Listserv.

F/T - Sr. Mktg Mgr-Audio/Video Sr Producer - Barclays

Sr. Marketing Manager - Audio/Video Senior Producer

Barclays Global Investors (BGI) is America's largest money manager, providing structured investment strategies such as indexing, risk-controlled active products, and exchange traded funds to investors worldwide. For more than 35 years, BGI has been at the forefront of developing innovative investment ideas, applying science and technology to the investment process. Headquartered in San Francisco and winning first place in the SF Business Times' ''Best Places to Work in the Bay Area 2008" Awards (Giant Companies category), the Barclays PLC subsidiary employs over 3,700 people globally and manages approximately $1.5 trillion in assets.

The Sr. Marketing Manager - Audio/Video Senior Producer will be responsible for the creation and production of the US client education programs. This position will report to the Director of Client Education. The position requires the ability to understand the educational needs of financial advisors (not just as it relates to ETFs but other areas of their business as well) and the ability to manage the development and implementation of these programs. Responsibilities will include managing the pipeline of education materials from conception through development, working across the organization to ensure message alignment. The Sr. Marketing Manager must be self-motivated and excel at working across groups (cross departmental & outside vendors), with strong communication skills. Experience with producing on-line content (videos, webcasting, podcasting) and writing directly for the web is essential for this job.

Responsibilities
•Produce and project manage new and existing educational initiatives; including web content, on-line tutorials, videos and webcasting
•Manage collection of data, trend analysis and reporting on all educational projects and events
•Manage and facilitate the compliance review of educational material
•Work with vendors to ensure specifications and project plans are understood and implemented effectively
•Manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining clear priorities under tight deadlines
•Write educational content including scripting, emails, and promotional copy
•Manage Client Education Specialist

Requirements
•10+ years of experience with investment professionals, investment content and investment theories/practices
•Exceptional writing and producing skills (including video)
•Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
•Ability to delegate tasks and responsibilities to inside and outside resources
•Ability to project manage multiple, complex web initiatives at once
•Strong time management skills
•Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision
•Strong online media experience
•BA/BS required (MBA preferred)
•Series 7, 63/66 preferred


Fabiana Houghtaling
Recruitment

Barclays Global Investors
400 Howard Street, San Francisco, CA 94105
415 597 2110
415 618 1098 F
818 450 7933 C
fabiana.houghtaling@barclaysglobal.com

Originally posted on LinkedIn (via SLA NY Employment Task Force member)

F/T - Digital Repository Assistant - Columbia Univ

Position Announcement - Digital Repository Assistant, Columbia University
Libraries/Information Services

The Center for Digital Research and Scholarship (CDRS) in the Columbia
University Libraries/Information Services (CUL/IS) seeks applications for a
Digital Repository Assistant. This is a full-time position and reports to
the Digital Repository Coordinator. This position will support the work of
the Digital Repository Coordinator in the following areas: managing the
acquisitions process for digital objects created by Columbia University
faculty, staff, and students; converting objects to digital preservation
formats and performing quality control; creating metadata records; and,
providing training and support for repository users.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree and or its equivalent and 0-2
years of related experience required. Ability to do careful,
detailed-oriented work for extended periods of time. Excellent oral and
written communication skills. Excellent organizational skills. First-rate
administrative (especially typing/word-processing/data entry) skills.
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced and rapidly changing environment. Ability
to follow both detailed and general guidelines. Ability to identify
situations not encountered previously and document for review.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Familiarity with XML editors and metadata schemas
(Dublin Core, MODS, METS) is a plus, as is the ability to think in rows and
columns (and convert those thoughts to a flat file). A basic knowledge of
the online repository milieu and research would be nice, coupled with a
fondness for open access that is blended with a sensitivity to the nuances
of a complex university environment.

ENVIRONMENT: CDRS is one of six entities that comprise the Digital Programs
and Technology Services branch of CUL/IS. The Center was created in July
2007 to address the ongoing evolution of researchers’ and scholars’ needs as
new technologies, policies, and systems of knowledge-support arise. CDRS
manages Academic Commons, Columbia’s research repository, which extends the
traditional role of the Libraries to support research at all stages and to
preserve, manage, and provide access to many types of materials in a variety
of digital formats.

Please submit a cover letter and résumé. Applications are accepted until the
position is filled.

MORE INFORMATION:
Columbia University Libraries/Information Services:
http://www.columbia.edu/cu/lweb/
Center for Digital Research and Scholarship: http://cdrs.columbia.edu/
Academic Commons: http://academiccommons.columbia.edu
Detailed job posting: jobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=114508

F/T - Electronic Resources Systems Librarian - CUNY Central Office

THE CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK
CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Central Office

Title: Electronic Resources Systems Librarian (Higher Education Associate)

Location/Department: Academic Affairs - Office of Library Services


Position Detail: Managerial/Professional

FLSA Status: Exempt

Compensation: Commensurate qualifications and experience

Web Site: www.cuny.edu

Notice Number: MP15993

Closing Date: 4/3/2009


POSITION DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES
Reporting to the Director for Library Systems and working in a service-oriented team environment, the Electronic Resources Systems Librarian provides system-wide leadership and management of the acquisition, licensing and maintenance of the University's cooperative electronic resources; leads the development and implementation of CUNY’s electronic resource management system; and oversees the loading of bibliographic, authority and other records into the library database.

Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Partners with CUNY’s Office of General Counsel to oversee the development and maintenance of guidelines for standard license terms.
- Researches and analyzes statistics and management reports regarding the usage of electronic resources.
- Ensures that appropriate bibliographic, authority, and other types of electronic resources records are included and accessible in the integrated library system.
- Develops and manages procedures related to quality assurance for and tracking of batch loaded cataloging data.
- Surveys and educates library staff/users on issues associated with e-resources.
- Participates in the design, development, and implementation of an electronic resources problem tracking system.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.



QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
A Bachelor’s Degree and six (6) years of related experience are required. A MLS or MLIS Degree from an ALA-accredited institution strongly preferred. The successful candidate will have knowledge and understanding of electronic publishing including experience with all aspects of electronic resource licensing, plus have experience with integrated library systems (Ex Libris, ALEPH preferred) and bibliographic utilities (OCLC preferred); a working knowledge of bibliographic and metadata tools (e.g., MARC format/OCLC bibliographic and authority records); as well as trends in resource connectivity (e.g., SFX and XML). Must possess excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, especially skills in building and sustaining interpersonal relations and managing change; plus must have familiarity with collaborative online communication tools. Must be detail-oriented and have strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple
competing priorities within set deadlines. Must have the ability to work effectively, collaboratively, and creatively as both an individual contributor and team member in a fast-paced team-oriented environment with people with various levels of technology experience.

TO APPLY
Visit the online application processing website. Please submit a resume and cover letter with your online application.

The City University of New York
An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Immigration Reform and Control Act/
Americans with Disabilities Act Employer


Originally posted on http://web.cuny.edu/jobs/index.html.

F/T - Assistant Director - Holocaust Resource Ctr & Archives

THE CITY UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK
CAREER OPPORTUNITY

Queensborough Community College

Title: Assistant Director of the Harriet & Kenneth Kupferberg Holocaust Resource Center and Archives (Higher Education Assistant)

Location/Department: Office of Institutional Advancement


Position Detail: Professional/Managerial

FLSA Status: Exempt

Compensation: $41,624 - $71,974

Web Site: www.qcc.cuny.edu

Notice Number: MP16037

Closing Date: 4/15/09


POSITION DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES

The Assistant Director of the Harriet and Kenneth Kupferberg Holocaust Resource Center and Archives at Queensborough Community College will assist the Executive Director in supporting the goals and programs of the Center. The mission of the Kupferberg Holocaust Center is to use lessons from the Holocaust to educate current and future generations about the ramifications of unbridled prejudice, racism and stereotyping.

Working within a collaborative team environment with Holocaust scholars and the Executive Director, the Assistant Director will assist in the research and development of customized exhibits that are unique to the Kupferberg Holocaust Center.

Responsibilities include:


• Assist in marketing the exhibit, coordinating registration, arranging logistics, distribution of materials and follow-up with audiences such as Queensborough’s own faculty and students, teachers in Grades 5-12 and other organizations.
• Schedule and make presentations to community groups and students.
• Manage and maintain the ongoing expansion of the Center’s library collection, video components, survivor testimony files, doctoral dissertations related to the Holocaust and historical artifacts as well as accession new materials for the Center.
• Coordinate the loaning out of the Center’s library materials to individuals, schools and community groups.
• Coordinate all special events that are part of the program of the Kupferberg Holocaust Center, such as lectures, films, conferences and meetings.
• Provide event attendance and in-kind donation information to the Office of Institutional Advancement for fundraising purposes.
• Maintain and continually refresh the content of the Center’s website.
• Maintain and schedule a Speaker’s Bureau consisting of Holocaust survivors to act as docents to be used for potential visits by individuals or groups to the Kupferberg Center as well as assigning speakers to outside institutions.
• Related work as required by the Executive Director.


Non-standard work hours may be required.


QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

Required:
• Bachelor’s degree
• Four (4) years of successful experience in instructional organizations dealing with museum exhibits
• Teaching experience
• Knowledge of the Holocaust
• Knowledge and experience working with diverse cultures
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, excellent interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with computerized research, word processing and electronic communication

Preferred:
• Experience with maintenance of artifacts and those operational procedures developed by the American Association of Museums
• Master’s degree


TO APPLY
Send cover letter and resume with Notice Number to:

Chairperson of the Assistant Director of the Harriet & Kenneth Kupferberg Holocaust Resource Center and Archives Search
Office of Faculty & Staff Relations, A-410
Queensborough Community College
222-05 56th Avenue
Bayside, NY 11364-1497
E-mail: Search@qcc.cuny.edu

The City University of New York
An Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Immigration Reform and Control Act/
Americans with Disabilities Act Employer
Last Updated: 3/16/09

Originally posted on http://web.cuny.edu/jobs/index.html

F/T - Campus Head Lib. - Suffolk County Comm. College

Suffolk County Community College, Selden, NY

Posted 3/13/09
Application due: 5/1/09


SCCC REFERENCE #: 09-10

CAMPUS: Ammerman Campus

START DATE: Fall 2009

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: 12-month Guild

POSITION DESCRIPTION: The campus head librarian (associate dean) provides strategic leadership, administrative supervision, and day-to-day management of the Huntington Library. The campus head librarian (associate dean) will collaborate with faculty to assess evolving user needs; plan and develop methods to enhance and support the curriculum and information literacy; and provide for the information needs of the students and faculty. The campus head librarian reports to the campus executive dean and is responsible for the following specific duties:

-Provides vision and dynamic leadership for integrated and innovative library and learning services to enhance and support the curriculum, instruction, faculty, and student success.
-Ensures that the library is responsive to changing modes of research, study, knowledge acquisition and learning.
-Must be attentive to the diversity of current and future learners.
-Supervises the acquisition, cataloging and utilization of the campus library collection, including electronic and digital resources in addition to hardcopy materials.
-Collaborates with the college associate dean of instructional technology in the coordination of services provided by the library, technical services, and the Office of Instructional Technology.
-Recruits, selects, supervises, and evaluates library personnel assigned to the campus in conjunction with the campus executive dean.
-Develops and manages campus library budget requests and allocation of funds.
-Collects statistics relating to the use of instructional materials, services, and equipment for the preparation of studies and reports necessary for program reviews and annual reports.
-Serves on college and campus committees and work groups as appropriate.
-Collaborates with other campus head librarians regarding the development and implementation of library policies.
-Performs other duties as assigned by the campus executive dean.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: An American Library Association (ALA) accredited master's degree (doctorate preferred) in library science; substantial supervision and managerial experience in a college library with personnel working under collective bargaining agreements; academic and distance learning experience; budget management experience; a creative approach to library planning and problem solving; excellent oral and written communication skills; knowledge of library trends and technology; and the ability to work in a collaborative environment.

HIRING SALARY: Suffolk County Community College offers a competitive salary schedule and a superior benefits package as negotiated by the Guild of Administrative Officers.

APPLY TO: Suffolk County Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and educator. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran or marital status. The College makes available to the general public information required by the Campus Security Act at the following web address: http://www.sunysuffolk.edu/safety

Application Information

Contact:	Human Resources Suffolk County Community College
Online App. Form:	http://www3.sunysuffolk.edu/Administration/HumanResources/employment.asp

Suffolk County Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and educator. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, religion, sex, age, disability or veteran or marital status.

Interested applicants should send resume, including the SCCC reference number noted above, to the Office of Human Resources, Suffolk County Community College, 533 College Road, Selden, NY 11784

Originally posted on http://www.higheredjobs.com.

F/T - Director of Library Services - a NY Medical Organization

Director of Library Services - World Renowned Medical Organization - New York City

Our client, located in New York City, is a world renowned organization
dedicated to the progressive control and cure of cancer through programs of
patient care, research, and education. This institution is committed to
exceptional patient care, leading-edge research, and superb educational
programs. The close collaboration between their physicians and scientists is
one of their unique strengths, enabling them to provide patients with the
best care available today as they work to discover more effective strategies
to prevent, control, and ultimately cure cancer in the future. The library
is an integral part of the education programs and training for future
physicians and scientists.

The Position: The successful candidate will create and communicate a vision
for Library and information services and activities. Develop long-term and
short-term strategic plans. Will provide consultation services and conduct
literature searches to answer research and information questions as
requested by the clinicians, researchers, healthcare professionals and
support staff in the clinic, laboratory and administration departments.
Additionally, participate in the Clinical Medical Librarian Program by
supporting an assigned clinical team, attend their routine meetings,
proactively filtering information and providing current awareness services
and serve as the primary point of contact for all Library services to the
team. Organizes events to demonstrate, teach, and market content and/or
tools to their clients. Participates with content selection team.
Participates in developing, implementing and providing virtual reference
services. Plan new fiscal year budgets and present operating capital budget
proposal to administration. Represent the Medical Library and institution
on various regional, state, and national committees and organizations.

Requirements: MLIS/MLS from an ALA-accredited program or equivalent. The
successful candidate will have a minimum of five years progressive
leadership experience in a library or information-related field.
Demonstrated successes in redefining programs, implementing new services,
and fostering strategic partnerships are essential, as is a high-level of
negotiating skills and a keen knowledge to implement information technology.
Excellent communication and marketing skills and experience working in a
team setting essential. Required knowledge of virtual references services.
Knowledge and experience of online databases including OVID, PubMed, Dialog
and ISI Web of Science desired. Teaching, Research and user education
experience desired, as well as, a Science undergraduate degree preferred.
Solid administrative experience and interpersonal skills as well as
excellent written and oral communication skills are expected.


This client offers an excellent salary and comprehensive benefits, including
tuition reimbursement.



Job Code CT-03
(resumes and cover letter in Word preferred)

Check out our website <http://www.wontawk.com/> www.wontawk.com
for other Wontawk information


For further details on this job, to send your resume with cover letter or to make a referral:

Contact:
Sarah Warner, MLIS
Wontawk
212 / 869-3348
swarner@wontawk.com

F/T- Electronic Resource Librarian - CUNY

Electronic Resources Systems Librarian (Higher Education Associate)
Compensation: Commensurate qualifications and experience
Web Site: www.cuny.edu
Notice Number: MP15993
Closing Date: 4/3/2009

POSITION DESCRIPTION AND DUTIES
Reporting to the Director for Library Systems and working in a
service-oriented team environment, the Electronic Resources Systems
Librarian provides system-wide leadership and management of the acquisition,
licensing and maintenance of the University's cooperative electronic
resources; leads the development and implementation of CUNY's electronic
resource management system; and oversees the loading of bibliographic,
authority and other records into the library database.

Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Partners with CUNY's Office of General Counsel to oversee the development and maintenance of guidelines for standard license terms.
- Researches and analyzes statistics and management reports regarding the usage of electronic resources.
- Ensures that appropriate bibliographic, authority, and other types of electronic resources records are included and accessible in the integrated library system.
- Develops and manages procedures related to quality assurance for and tracking of batch loaded cataloging data.
- Surveys and educates library staff/users on issues associated with e-resources.
- Participates in the design, development, and implementation of an electronic resources problem tracking system.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
A Bachelor's Degree and six (6) years of related experience are required. A MLS or MLIS Degree from an ALA-accredited institution strongly preferred. The successful candidate will have knowledge and understanding of electronic publishing including experience with all aspects of electronic resource licensing, plus have experience with integrated library systems (Ex Libris,
ALEPH preferred) and bibliographic utilities (OCLC preferred); a working knowledge of bibliographic and metadata tools (e.g., MARC format/OCLC bibliographic and authority records); as well as trends in resource connectivity (e.g., SFX and XML). Must possess excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills, especially skills in building and
sustaining interpersonal relations and managing change; plus must have familiarity with collaborative online communication tools. Must be detail-oriented and have strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities within set deadlines. Must have the ability to work effectively, collaboratively, and creatively as both an individual contributor and team member in a fast-paced team-oriented environment with people with various levels of technology experience.

See
http://portal.cuny.edu/cms/id/cuny/documents/jobposting/JobPostingManagerial
andProfessional/028665.htm#P-11_0 for more information and to apply.

Originally posted on a library school listserv.

P/T - Special Collections Ass't. - FIT

PART TIME SPECIAL COLLECTIONS ASSISTANT

Department: Library

Supervisor: Prof. K. Cannell

Days/Hours: 21hrs/wk; Alternate Saturday hours required

Salary: $27.13/hr (Schedule 91/0)

Effective: Immediately


Qualifications

A Bachelor's Degree and five years demonstrated experience in collections management and library and/or museum archival work; or a Master's Degree in Museum Studies or related field of study. Experience may substitute for an advanced degree.

Working knowledge of basic office software MS Suite, digital imaging scanning applications; proficiency working with databases. Knowledge of basic library, archival, and conservation procedures. Experience in handling fragile archival materials and in preservation housing and treatment. Experience in arranging and describing archival and non-print materials according to accepted national standards. Ability to make logical classification decisions and identifying hierarchical relationships among groupings of materials and organizational elements.

Experience with research methods and library use. Bibliographic searching experience using national online bibliographic utilities. Demonstrated capacity to communicate and work effectively and collegially with library staff, faculty, students and outside researchers. Strong organizational and communication skills; detail-oriented; ability to work independently and proactively. Must possess and demonstrate excellent customer service skills, tact, resourcefulness and the ability to work with a diverse constituency. Must be able to work in an environment in which exposure to materials containing dust and mold is probable.

Experience in public services within an academic library setting; Experience with digitization projects; Subject specialty knowledge in Costume, Fashion or Textiles are all preferred qualifications

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Special Collections Associate will provide reader and reference services to Special Collections patrons, including conducting preliminary research interviews, scheduling appointments and retrieving appropriate materials for researchers. Maintain physical arrangement of materials in order to obtain intellectual and physical control of the material including creation of preservation folders, labeling of material, placing material in archival boxes and labeling of boxes, applying various preservation measures including digitization techniques; create and/or edit finding aids for materials; perform basic preservation treatments for library materials, such as but not limited to repairing spines, covers and pages and identify other conservation problems and address them appropriately. Maintain statistical usage data. Responsibilities also include overseeing the Special Collections Reading Room providing security in use of materials by visitors and performing other duties as assigned. Works in a secure area of library with valuable, rare and historic primary research materials and must comply with security procedures and regulations.

The individual may supervise special project library aides, clerks or interns and be able to work independently with minimal supervision. Participate in preparing and updating policies or procedures of the department.

This is a general description and is not to be construed as all-inclusive.

TO APPLY
Qualified candidates from within the College must file their application, cover letter, and resume with the Office of Human Resources, FIT, Seventh Avenue at 27th Street, New York, NY 10001-5992.

APPLICATION DEADLINE FOR FIT EMPLOYEES:

March 16th, 2009

Originally posted on a library school listserv.

F/T - Library Database Sales - HW Wilson

Library Database Sales Rep-Northeast
The H.W.Wilson Company, New York, New York
Salary: Not Specified
Status: Full-time
Posted: 03/05/09
Deadline: 04/30/09
Library Database Sales Rep-Northeast
The H.W. Wilson Company has provided the Best in Library Reference materials in print and electronic for over 100 years. The Company is seeking a talented, competent, and experienced library database sales rep for the 6 states in the Northeast Region. The sales rep will call on academic and public libraries to introduce new products and services recently released by the Company. The Company is offering a competitive compensation and benefits package including a sales incentive plan. To apply for this position or for more information, contact John O’Connor at joconnor@hwwilson.com. Originally posted on http://www.joblist.ala.org.

P/T - Catalog/Organize - Alkazi Collection of Photography

Sepia and The Alkazi Collection of Photography opened in Chelsea in 1999. It uniquely combines a commercial gallery with a privately-owned archive from 19th and early-20th century photographs from South Asia.

Over the last ten years the research library has amassed over 6,000 volumes ranging from; monographs, exhibition catalogs, reference books, auction catalogs, periodicals, articles, and many rare, 19th century titles, several in foreign languages. The holdings compliment the focus of the gallery and collection being Asian Photography with a concentration on the Indian Sub Continent.

We are offering a part-time position for an initial period of approximately three months at $15/hour to re-organize and catalog the research library.

Responsibilities include sorting, labeling, cataloging, shelving, database entry, etc. Applicants must be able to work independently, under the staff's supervision, with interest in the organization's mission and collection. Individuals interested must have experience and clear understanding of computer database structure, organizational skills, with a Art history or related background within the fields of Asia, Photography or Anthropology.

Please contact Akemi Yoneyama, Research Associate, by email at akemi@purelogic.com
with a current resume, cover letter and availability.

Akemi Yoneyama
Research Associate
SEPIA International and The Alkazi Collection of Photography
148 West 24th Street, 11th Floor
New York, NY 10011 USA
+1 212 645 9444 phone
+1 212 645 9449 fax
akemi@purelogic.com
www.sepia.org

Originally posted ona library listserv.

P/T- Acquisitions - Nassau Community College - A

Nassau Community College

Library Job Opening

Acquisitions Unit

Part-time Page

(12 - 16 1/2 hours/week)



Schedule: Hours are flexible but must be Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday

between 8:00 AM and 3:00 PM


Description: This is a part-time position in the Acquisitions Unit of the Nassau Community College Library. The person will be involved in all aspects of the Acquisitions Unit with a majority of the time in Periodicals Acquisitions.



Job duties include (and not limited to):

● Searching NASACT (college library catalog), Internet, and various databases.

● Testing databases and computer operations for proper functioning.

● Updating and maintaining databases.

● Verification of bibliographic information.

● Assisting with weeding of periodicals (print and online).

● Preparing items for bindery.

● Supporting Acquisitions and library personnel with various duties such as typing (filling out forms, composing letters), filing, shelving, answering telephones, etc.

● Other duties as needed for the Library’s Acquisitions unit.



Requirements:

Some college or business school required. Knowledge of libraries and library functions helpful. Must be detail oriented. Typing skills and computer literacy also required. Knowledge of Microsoft Word required; knowledge of Access and Excel a plus.


Contact:

Sharon Russin Rosanne Humes

Acquisitions Librarian or Periodicals Librarian

(516) 572-7449 (516) 572-7402

F/T- Assistant Archivist - New School, Parsons

Refer to Posting Number: 06070616

Assistant Archivist, full-time

Responsibilities:

The Kellen Archives seeks an enthusiastic assistant archivist to assume a broad range of responsibilities. Working closely with the Kellen's director/archivist, the assistant archivist will help accession, arrange, describe, preserve and manage the Kellen collections.

The assistant archivist will also participate in the development and articulation of workflows and procedures, oversee student and project assistants, provide reference support to researchers, and develop and shepherd digital projects. Joining the Kellen during a period of regeneration, the assistant archivist's immediate responsibilities will be to help bring its holdings into line with current professional standards and practices. Later responsibilities may entail assisting with education outreach programs, grant writing, web design and mounting exhibitions.

The Kellen Archives collects primary materials documenting the history of Parsons since its founding in 1896, work created and collected by former students, faculty and affiliates of the school in the course of their design careers, and other design-related materials that serve as a resource to New School students and outside researchers. The Kellen's holdings include artwork, artist records, photographs, slides, scrapbooks, sketchbooks, publications, administrative records, correspondence, videotapes, 16mm films, reference files, news clippings, ephemera, and born-digital designs.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's Degree in Archival Management, or Master's Degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution with a focus in archival and special collections studies

1-2 years successful experience as a processing archivist

Demonstrated understanding of the principles of arrangement and description of archival collections; understanding of the uses of DACS, EAD, Dublin Core, and current archival best practices and standards

Superior written and oral communication and interpersonal skills

Excellent organizational, time and project management skills

Familiarity with the preservation and conservation needs of paper-based documents and items

Experience with digital preservation, metadata and access tools and methodologies; and ease comprehending and adapting to new applications

Ability to work independently, to take initiative and to exercise sound judgment

Willingness to follow through on assigned tasks, and to respect established standards and procedures

Intellectual curiosity and eagerness to develop new strengths; commitment to professional growth; engagement with archival issues

Interest in the history, theory and practice of the design professions

Ability, and willingness, to routinely lift material weighing heavy archival containers

Strong work ethic

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience working with artwork on paper, photographs and other graphic media

Experience providing reference in an archives or manuscripts repository

Experience with EAD mark-up of finding aids and MARC records

Experience with metadata standards and creation

Proficiency working in Archivists' Toolkit and/or collection management systems

Experience with digital assets management systems and imaging equipment

Experience with the collection and preservation of born-digital materials

This is a union position. Open until filled.


To apply, go to the New School Employment Site:

https://careers.newschool.edu

Originally posted on SAA listerv.

F/T -Electronic Services/Reference Librarian - Molloy College

MOLLOY COLLEGE
Position Announcement – FT Exempt (Non-tenure track position)

Position: Electronic Services/Reference Librarian

Department: James E. Tobin Library

Report To: Director of Library & Media Services

Responsibilities:

· Serve as the Library’s Web Master.

· Provide leadership in the development and posting of library website content and the maintenance of the library web page.

· Liaison to library’s electronic resources vendors.

· Research and recommend new databases and electronic resources to support the curriculum of Molloy College.

· Develop web based resources, tutorials for library assessment.

· Keep current with emerging technologies relating to electronic resources.

· Provide training and information to librarians and library staff to promote the optimal use of electronic resources.

· Supervise one Library Media Systems Specialist.

· Participate on a regular basis to provide library instructional classes for graduate and undergraduate classes.

· Assist students and faculty in internet and database searching.

· Participate on a regular basis in collection development.

· Serve as faculty liaison to several academic departments (TBA).

· Actively participates on the “Dean’s Committee on the Library”.

This is a general description and not to be construed as all-inclusive.

Qualifications:

· ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library Science.

· Strong oral and written communication skills.

· Working knowledge of HTML, ASP.

· Strong analytical and problem solving skills.

· Demonstrated ability to work collegially with students, faculty, staff and other librarians.

· Commitment to providing excellent public service.

Hours: Monday-Thursday, 10 am to 6:00 pm and Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

To Apply:

Please send resume and three references to:

Molloy College

Office of Human Resources

1000 Hempstead Avenue, P.O.Box 5002

Rockville Centre, New York 11571-5002

Or e-mail to humanresources@molloy.edu

MOLLOY COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER

Minorities, Women, Veterans and Persons with Disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Originally posted on a library school listserv.

P/T - CUNY Copy Cataloger

Part-Time Copy Cataloger
City University of New York
151 East 25th Street

15-20 hours per week (Currently the hours must be worked on Monday and Friday)
(There are no evening or weekend hours)

$12-13 per hour

Catalogs books and other materials (serials,ebooks,etc.) using bibliographic records from OCLC
and CUNY+ (an ALEPH catalog). Updates holdings as needed for materials
already cataloged. Creates spine labels. Keeps statistics. Packs and
unpacks boxes. Additional duties as assigned.

Requires attention to detail, ability to work independently, and ability
to adapt quickly to changing policies and procedures; physical ability to
move boxes of books; basic PC skills.

Specific qualifications: Preference will be given to candidates who have
experience in copy cataloging or similar library experience.

Please send resume and the names and phone numbers of 3 references to
Marsha S. Clark, CUNY Central Cataloging, 151 East 25th Street, 5th Floor, New York NY 10010 or to marsha.clark@mail.cuny.edu

Originally posted on a Library School Listserv.