F/T - Librarian - Global Institute of Technology

Globe Institute of Technology is seeking a full-time librarian who either holds or will soon earn their Master's degree in library science. 

Globe Institute of Technology is an accredited, specialized institution of higher education offering baccalaureate, associate, and certificate programs in a variety of fields including finance, business, information technology, and healthcare management. 

To inquire about the position, e-mail recruiter@globe.edu. To apply, send your resume. This is a time-sensitive opportunity, as we are looking to fill the position this upcoming semester.

F/T - Director of Library and Archives - Brooklyn Historical Society

REOPENED SEARCH
(September 23, 2011)

Director of Library & Archives

Brooklyn Historical Society invites applications for the position of Director of Library & Archives. The position reports to BHS’ President and is responsible for overseeing all aspects of BHS’ library and archives program. The Director of Library & Archives supervises library and collections staff, including the Special Collection Librarian and Photographic Archivist and various grant-funded full and part time staff. The successful candidate will be a creative, experienced and forward-looking librarian dedicated to serving a diverse range of patrons and supporting BHS mission to connect the past to the present and make the vibrant history of Brooklyn tangible, relevant and meaningful for today's diverse communities, and for generations to come.

The Director is responsible for providing leadership, vision, planning and management for the library, including overseeing staff; developing and maintaining budgets, policies and procedures; planning and managing grant-funded projects; and developing long-range priorities for collection development, management, preservation, and access to the library and archives. The position plays a key role in the senior staff of the larger institution, participating in institutional planning;  working with the Director of Development to identify funding opportunities and write grants; and collaborating with education, exhibition and oral history staff on integrating library and archives work with the activities of the institution.

Required Qualifications:

• Masters in Library and Information Science, or equivalent degree, with a specialization in archival studies or special collections.
• Minimum of four years successful experience in special collections and/or archives
• Evidence of effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Flexibility in adapting to organizational change and growth and to ever-changing technological environments
• Evidence of strong leadership, budgeting, project management and organizational skills.
• Strong customer service orientation, with a commitment to serving a diverse patron base.
• Supervisory experience; demonstrated ability to foster teamwork and collaboration.
• Demonstrable experience in seeking and administering grant funding
• Experience in soliciting, acquiring, organizing, and maintaining collections
• Knowledge of current practices related to the identification, access, control, organization and digitization of primary source materials, including metadata schemas, digital processes and trends in delivering collections electronically
• Computer/technology competence; aptitude for learning and applying new technologies and information tools to library operations

Preferred qualifications:

• Advanced degree in History, American Studies, or relevant academic field.
• Experience working in a museum setting or in supporting exhibit development and design
• Experience with records management in print and electronic formats
• Experience with WordPress content management system
• Experience with Archivists’ Toolkit
• Knowledge of preservation issues and best practices

Salary: $75,000 - $80,000 annual salary with full benefits including medical and dental.

To Apply: Please send resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and contact information for three references to Deborah Schwartz, President, at apply@brooklynhistory.org. Subject line of the email should read: Library Director Application [your last name]. No phone inquiries, please.

Applications received by October 20, 2011 will be given preference, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Brooklyn Historical Society is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

The Brooklyn Historical Society is dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, the presence of any mental, physical, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law

F/T - Knowledge and Research Specialist - ANA

Company:         ANA (Association of National Advertisers)

Department:      Marketing Knowledge Center

Job Title:          Knowledge and Research Specialist

Location:

New York, NY

Full Time

About Us:

The ANA (Association of National Advertisers) leads the marketing community by providing its members with insights, collaboration, and advocacy. ANA’s membership includes 400 companies with 9,000 brands that collectively spend over $250 billion in marketing communications and advertising. Visit us at www.ana.net/mkc.

Job Description:

The Knowledge and Research Specialist will assist with content writing and editing, web production, and social media activities within the organization. This position will allow a qualified candidate to be at the center of our growing Knowledge Management program by creating and producing content generated from our events and promoting our organization through social media.

Basic Responsibilities:

• Create approximately 150 detailed write-ups (or “snapshots”) of presentations given at ANA events that summarize the content presented.
• Travel to approximately 20 to 25 ANA events held outside of NYC to capture “snapshot” content.
• Assist in the creation of 8 to 10 page knowledge products based on existing ANA content.
• Support web content production, by posting and laying out pieces of content on the ANA website, as needed.
• Opportunity to blog about ANA content and industry issues monthly.

Qualifications: 

The ideal candidate should have:

• A master’s degree in library and information science (MLS) or a related master’s degree (such as journalism or communications).
• 2+ years of work experience in a role requiring information analysis and interpretation.
• Strong writing skills are a requirement. Good copyediting skills are also a plus.
• Desire to travel.
• An interest in social media and blogging.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.
• High degree of professionalism and integrity.
• High energy and results oriented.

To Apply:

Approximate Start Date: October 31, 2011

To be considered, all applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and salary range to careers@ana.net. 

F/T - Technical Reference Librarian - NJIT

Newark, NJ -- Technical Reference Librarian needed at NJIT

 

The New Jersey Institute of Technology is seeking a Technical Reference Librarian which reports to the Director of Reference and works primarily as the library's liaison to assigned engineering or other academic departments for reference, information literacy instruction, assessment, collection development, and user satisfaction.  Also performs literature searching and citation analysis, creation of online subject and course guides and tutorials, and other duties as necessary.

 

Qualifications Required:

1.    Masters in Library or Information Science (ALA Accredited)

2.    BA/BS degree (in science, mathematics or engineering highly desirable)

3.    Significant successful professional academic reference or research service experience.

4.    Extensive knowledge and experience in one or more scientific and technical disciplines taught at NJIT.

5.    Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

6.    Excellent personal and interpersonal skills (energy, creativity, initiative, friendliness, etc.).

7.    Teaching experience.

8.    Public service oriented; maintains collegial professional relationship with library faculty, students, NJIT staff, library staff, and administrators.

9.    Excellent computer skills. (e.g. Windows, Microsoft Office, E-learning authoring software such as Camtasia,  course management software, content management software). Excellent searching skills (e.g. citation databases, full text/image databases and integrated library systems). 

10. Extensive internet and web searching experience.

11. Keeps current as professional librarian.

 

See job description for preferred qualifications and essential characteristics. 

 

Full-time, Monday-Friday. Typical work week includes one evening (until 7pm) per week during fall and spring semesters and two weekends per year.  

 

The position is by contract, non-tenured (Librarians are not eligible for tenure at NJIT.)  Selected candidate must become a New Jersey resident within 365 days of appointment.

 

To apply for the permanent position please refer to the complete job description and apply online through the NJIT online employment system.  https://njit.jobs/   Posting Number:  0600742.

F/T (temporary) - Intermediate Level Researcher - Financial Service firm

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AND/OR FINANCIAL SERVICES RESEARCHER

LONG TERM TEMP ASSIGNMENT

NEW YORK CITY

Excellent opportunity available for a long term temp with 3-5 years experience in a professional services or financial services firm.  You must have current experience with online databases.  This is an opportunity for someone at the Intermediate level in their career.  It is not a Sr. research position.

.  3-5 years experience in a professional services or financial firm.

.  Must demonstrate current knowledge of the following databases:

    ie:  Bloomberg, Factset,  Dealogic,  SDC, Capital IQ,  Factiva, S&P, and

    Thompson etc.                                                                    

 .  Knowledge of Microsoft office.

 

.  Ability to develop research strategies and complete assignments

   using listed databases.

.  Excellent oral and written communications skills a must and ability to    

   work in a fast- paced environment.

.  MLS a must.

Send resume in Word to:  donnaconti@earthlink.net

212/557-1152

       

INTERMEDIATE LEVEL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AND/OR FINANCIAL SERVICES RESEARCHER

LONG TERM TEMP ASSIGNMENT

NEW YORK CITY

Excellent opportunity available for a long term temp with 3-5 years experience in a professional services or financial services firm.  You must have current experience with online databases.  This is an opportunity for someone at the Intermediate level in their career.  It is not a Sr. research position.

.  3-5 years experience in a professional services or financial firm.

.  Must demonstrate current knowledge of the following databases:

    ie:  Bloomberg, Factset,  Dealogic,  SDC, Capital IQ,  Factiva, S&P, and

    Thompson etc.                                                                    

 .  Knowledge of Microsoft office.

 

.  Ability to develop research strategies and complete assignments

   using listed databases.

.  Excellent oral and written communications skills a must and ability to    

   work in a fast- paced environment.

.  MLS a must.

Send resume in Word to:  donnaconti@earthlink.net

212/557-1152

       

P/T - Reference Librarian - East Hampton Library, LI

The East Hampton Library is seeking a part-time, weekday and weekend Reference Librarian with strong public service skills, strong computer skills, and wide reading interests to join the staff of the Reference Department.

Responsibilities include:
- Providing reference services, reader's advisory services, referral
services, and instructional services to a diverse population at a busy
Reference Desk
- Assisting patrons with use of the library's public computers
- Assisting patrons in the selection and use of library materials

- Must have a sound knowledge and ability to assist patrons with e-books, and audio book downloads.

 - Must have a sound knowledge of Microsoft office.

 - Must be able to conduct computer classes for patrons.

The schedule would include one to two Saturdays per month and/or one
to two Sundays per month.

Weekday evening availability is a plus.

HOURS AND WAGE:

20 hours per week; $20.00 per hour.

Send cover letter and resume by Fri 9/30/11 to:

Steven Spataro

Head of Reference

East Hampton Library

159 Main Street

East Hampton, NY  11937

631-329-5947 (fax)

Or email to

steven@easthamptonlibrary.org