Monday, December 1, 2008

Head of Technical Services

Head of Technical Services
St. Ambrose University Library

The Library at St. Ambrose University is seeking an energetic and service-oriented librarian for Head of Technical Services. Responsibilities include supervising all aspects of technical services, including supervision and training of four full-time staff and several student workers; original cataloging of materials; overseeing the acquisition and processing of library materials; working with the Art Department on digital imaging projects; collection development in assigned areas; acting as liaison with faculty of academic departments; and assumes a prominent role in library-wide planning and budgeting. This is a twelve-month, full-time position in a team environment. Requirements include a MLS degree from an ALA-accredited institution; 3-5 years related experience, including supervisory experience; demonstrated ability to do original cataloging; knowledge of and experience with electronic resources; a commitment to a high level of service in an academic environment; excellent oral, written, and organizational skills; a sense of humor, and the ability to thrive in an atmosphere of constant change. Experience with ContentDM and SirsiDynix products desired. Salary commensurate with qualifications. Excellent benefits, including college tuition support. Applications accepted until position is filled. Send cover letter, resume, and three professional references to Director of Human Resources, St. Ambrose University, 518 W. Locust St., Davenport, IA 52803. AA/EOE.

Susan Green
The St. Ambrose Library
518 W. Locust St.
Davenport IA 52803
563.333.6469
http://library.sau.edu/

COLLECTION SERVICES LIBRARIAN

Princeton Theological Seminary Libraries is seeking candidates for two positions:

COLLECTION SERVICES LIBRARIAN - This position is responsible for supervising procedures related to the acquisition, cataloging, and general processing of the Library's collections; planning and implementing work-flow design; supervising a dozen staff members; developing open-source and open-access strategies; and processing materials as time permits. Reporting to the Library Director, this position works closely with the Collection Development Librarian, the Collection Management Librarian, and the Systems Librarian. Preferred qualifications include having an ALA-accredited masters degree in library science or equivalent; three or more years of academic library experience; demonstrated command of the acquisitions, serials, and cataloging modules of the Voyager ILS; and excellent management skills.

COLLECTION MANAGEMENT LIBRARIAN - This position is responsible for developing and implementing innovative initiatives related to the acquisition, processing, and shelving of library materials, as well as acting as a liaison between the Seminary Library and a growing number of partner institutions. Reporting to the Collection Development Librarian, the Collection Management Librarian also works closely with the Collection Services Librarian. Preferred qualifications include having an ALA-accredited masters degree in library science or equivalent; three or more years of academic library experience including some work in technical services; theology subject knowledge (M.Div. degree or equivalent); and a demonstrated entrepreneurial ability.

How to Apply:

Please submit your resume by:

(1) Email: apply@ptsem.edu; or

(2) Fax: (609) 924-2973; or

(3) Mail:

Princeton Theological Seminary
Human Resources Office
P.O. Box 821
64 Mercer Street
Princeton, NJ 08542-0803

***Princeton Theological Seminary is an Equal Opportunity Employer***


Christine Schwartz
Metadata Librarian
Princeton Theological Seminary Libraries

Metadata/Catalog Librarian

Metadata/Catalog Librarian
Roux Library at Florida Southern College seeks a Metadata/Catalog Librarian who will have primary responsibility, under the direction of the Library Director, for execution of a project to create an online digital archive containing approximately 4,000 images of Frank Lloyd Wright materials in the College Archives. This position as a visiting librarian is a temporary grant-funded appointment ending May 31, 2010. The successful candidate will be skilled in processing, cataloging, and outreach for the archives. Applications received by December 15, 2008 will be given preference. The target start date is February 1, 2009.

Responsibilities
* Coordinate workflow for digitizing, processing, and cataloging Frank Lloyd Wright materials for the digital collection
* Catalog and assign metadata to digital materials
* Research appropriate copyright, licensing, and rights management issues related to the collection
* Collaborate with other librarians to create and implement best practices to the creation and maintenance of the digitization project
* Participate in and/or supervise scanning activities including quality assurance for processed images
* Develop finding aids for materials in the collection and other outreach programs
* Maintain schedules and deadlines mandated by the grant
* Participate in creating reports detailing the progress of the project
* Co-supervise student assistants
* Other duties as assigned

Qualifications
Required
Qualified candidates will have an ALA accredited master's degree in Library and Information Science, or a M.A. degree with an emphasis in archives management, and knowledge of cataloging and metadata creation.

Preferred
Candidates should also have experience using bibliographic utilities including OCLC, integrated library systems, and content management systems such as CONTENTdm; knowledge of various cataloging and metadata standards such as MARC21, XML, EAD, Dublin Core, LCSH, DACS, and AACR2 as well as authority control; and experience with digital scanning hardware and software including OCR software and Photoshop. The ability to handle project planning and management particularly in a college archive setting and supervisory experience is also beneficial.

Salary
The salary for this position was established during the grant application process at the rate of $30,000 per 12 months, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

The College
Founded in 1883, Florida Southern College is a private comprehensive United Methodist-affiliated college with a liberal arts core. The college maintains its commitment to academic excellence through 46 undergraduate majors and distinctive graduate programs in business administration, education, and nursing. Florida Southern College has a 14:1 student/faculty ratio; is a national leader in engaged learning; and boasts 26 NCAA Division II national championships. It is ranked in the Top 10 "Best Baccalaureate Colleges in the South" by U.S. News & World Report and is included in the Princeton's Review's 366 Best Colleges and Fiske guides. The college is committed to the development of the whole student through vibrant student life programs that prepare graduates to make a positive, consequential impact on society. Located in scenic Lake Hollingsworth, Florida Southern is home to the world's largest single-site collection of Frank Lloyd Wright architecture.

To Apply
The following items are required: letter of application, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and list of three references (including phone number and e-mail address) to Dr. James Byrd, Vice President for Academic Affairs and Dean, Florida Southern College, 111 Lake Hollingsworth Drive, Lakeland, FL 33801-5698. EOE.

For additional information contact Mr. Randall M. MacDonald: rmacdonald1@flsouthern.edu.