Head, Technical Services – UBC Library – Vancouver Campus

Head, Technical Services
UBC Library, Vancouver Campus
(Full-time, ongoing Librarian position with 5 year renewable Head term)
Anticipated Start Date: September 8, 2015

The University of British Columbia Library is one of the largest academic libraries in Canada and consistently ranks among the top university research libraries in North America. UBC Library has 14 branches and divisions, two campuses (Vancouver and Kelowna), one off-site hospital library, and the Irving K. Barber Learning Centre – a multi-purpose teaching and learning facility.

The Library’s collection of over 7M items includes 1.4M ebooks, 229,020 electronic journals, 850,000 maps, audio, DVD/video and graphic materials, and 1,703 bibliographic and fulltext databases.

More than 300 knowledgeable employees – librarians, management and professional staff, support staff and student staff – provide users with the excellent resources and services that they need to further their research, teaching and learning. The UBC Library Strategic Plan 2010-2015 can be viewed at http://www.library.ubc.ca/strategicplan/&lt;http://www.library.ubc.ca/strategicplan/&gt;. To learn more about working with UBC Library and to explore our aspirational values visit UBC Library – Why work with us<http://about.library.ubc.ca/work-with-us/why-work-with-us/&gt;.

Overview of the position:

The University of British Columbia Library seeks a creative and forward-thinking professional to develop a unified library-wide Technical Services approach across UBC Library units in order to address the rapidly evolving and changing services in support of library collections. This position represents a key opportunity to steward an integrated collection philosophy across the library and to lead, shape and oversee the work of staff and librarians engaged in acquiring, selecting, managing and making accessible research resources in many formats for the UBC Library community.

Reporting to the Associate University Librarian (AUL), Collection Development and Management Programs, this role will oversee the operational management of UBC Library staff engaged in technical services activities, including acquisitions, receiving, cataloguing, e-resource management, collection management, storage management, preservation and metadata creation. This role is also responsible for the overall administration and coordination of work and for establishing and implementing technical services policies, standards and procedures for the entire library system. In addition this role will:

* Liaise with division heads, who manage any decentralized technical service operations, in order to ensure consistency and best practices implementations across the Library.

* Manage, empower, motivate and lead colleagues and staff.

* Contribute to Library-wide strategic planning, and unit goal setting, and to all initiatives and projects that advance the Library’s evolution as the preeminent research library of the 21st century. Communicate the unit’s priorities, accomplishments and achievements by sharing and disseminating information on a regular basis within the TS unit and library-wide.

* Support and adhere to the Library’s aspirational values as a staff member and supervisor.

qualifications:
Required:
* A graduate degree from an accredited school of Library, Archival and Information Science.

* Demonstrated supervisory and management skills.

* Demonstrated leadership and creativity in building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders and fostering a positive environment of innovation and continuous improvement and skill development within the unit.

* Effective problem-solving and organizational skills.

* Ability to create and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues.

* Strong verbal and written communications skills.

* Demonstrated leadership and innovation in a team environment

* Familiarity with recent developments and trends in technical services and academic research libraries in North America.

* Familiarity in one or more of the key areas in Technical Services such as cataloguing, acquisitions, descriptive metadata services, storage, collection management, preservation or e-resource management.

* Experience in negotiating with suppliers and vendors regarding terms and conditions of contracts for the acquisition and delivery of library materials.

* Experience in financial planning, analysis and management of a complex budget.

* Ability to resolve conflicts, provide disciplinary measures where needed and have an understanding of a unionized environment.

* Ability to monitor multiple projects that serve a range of stakeholders.
* Commitment to creativity, innovation and continuous improvement.
Preferred:

* Demonstrable experience leading progressive initiatives and projects preferably within Technical Services related areas.
* Proven track record in leading high-performing teams and in spear-heading transformational change.
* Experience in leading, developing and implementing strategic priorities, preferably within a large academic research library.
* Working knowledge of academic institutions, academic calendars, varied planning cycles and experience responding to faculty expectations.

WORKING relationships:

Works under the general direction of the Associate University Librarian (AUL), Collection Development and Management Programs. Works in cooperation with the Library Administrators (AULs and Directors), Digital Programs, Library Fund Managers, Library Finance, Library division/branch heads, and colleagues. Supervises a team of librarians and support staff.

duties:

1. Provides vision and strategic direction for technical services functions across the Library – as directed by the Library’s strategic plan. Responsible for planning annual and multi-year projects across the library system and securing support from key constituents and stakeholders.

2. Oversees all activities relating to the ordering, receiving, description, management, preservation, storage and processing of library materials.

3. Prepares and monitors budgets, allocates and is accountable for the use of resources.

4. Leads the planning process within the unit; coordinates the work-flow between departments as well as between Technical Services and other library departments; oversees the process of evaluating and improving workflow efficiency.

5. Promotes and facilitates the coordination of technical services across the Library; ensuring the programmatic integrity and cooperative planning that strengthen access to the collection.

6. Ensures regular reviews of best practices; undertakes continuous improvement of stakeholder-focused services and technical services practices across the library system. Formulates and recommends to the AUL, Collection Development and Management Programs, policies for the administration of the Library’s technical services activities.

7. Ensures high quality, productivity, and adherence to standards for acquisitions, preservation, resource access and descriptive frameworks for all formats throughout the Library. Works with colleagues to agreed levels of service and ensures that agreed standards of technical services are provided. Coordinates the identification and implementation of opportunities to both improve service to stakeholder groups and increase efficiency within all Technical Services areas on a continuous basis.

8. Stewards the Library Wide Technical Services review recommendations and leads staff in the operationalization or completion of work associated with these recommendations.

9. Fosters a creative and innovative approach to the implementation of strategic change

10. Participates in the selection and recruitment of faculty and staff for the unit. Manages workforce planning, performance management reviews, assessing and recommending training and learning opportunities, performing annuals reviews of staff, making merit recommendations and engaging with employees through open dialogue and discussion.

11. Assists in guiding the administration and operation of the Library’s integrated library system

12. Communicates about unit priorities and activities regularly to Technical Services staff and library-wide through various communication channels including in-person meetings and presentations.

13. Contributes and may lead in the negotiations with suppliers and vendors regarding terms and conditions of contracts for the acquisition and delivery of library materials and bibliographic utilities.

14. Participates in the regular meetings of the Library Operations Team as well as in other general Library, university, or professional committees as requested.

15. Represents the Library’s interests through active participation nationally, provincially and locally in groups relating to technical services. Maintains informal contacts with counterparts in other academic libraries. Represents the Library as its Chief Technical Services officer in external forums at the provincial, regional and national levels.
Terms of Appointment and Salary:

This position will be filled as a full time ongoing position with a five year renewable administrative term as Head, Technical Services. If eligible and qualified, the successful applicant may be appointed with a confirmed appointment. Otherwise, there will be an initial three-year probationary appointment. Normally, such an appointment is reviewed by the end of the second year of the appointment, and a recommendation is made at that time to grant or not to grant a confirmed appointment.

Salary will be commensurate with experience and academic/professional qualifications.

UBC hires on the basis of merit and is committed to employment equity. The University especially welcomes applications from visible minority groups, women, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. However, Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada will be given priority.

Applications will include: a detailed and current curriculum vitae; and a letter of application that includes a statement of citizenship/immigration status and indicates the candidate’s education, training and work experience in the areas listed above.

To view the complete job description and to submit an application, please visit the UBC Careers page at http://www.hr.ubc.ca/careers-postings/faculty.php by midnight on July 27, 2015.

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Chrissy Johnson, CHRP
HR Coordinator
Library HR

Irving K. Barber Learning Centre
1961 East Mall, Rm 255
604.822.4894 – phone
604.822.8565 – fax
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Director – St. John the Baptist Parish Library

St. John the Baptist Parish Library

Vacancy Announcement

Position: Director

Reports to: Library Board of Control

Hours: This is an Exempt Full-time Position

Salary: Negotiable: Depending on Experience; Excellent Benefits that include full medical, dental and life insurance, accrued annual leave, medical leave, paid holidays and a contributory membership in the Parochial Retirement System.

 

Application Deadline: Thursday, July 30, 2015

Nature of the Work:  Under the policy direction of the Library Board of Control, the director is responsible for the administration and management of the library system.  The director serves as chief administrative and financial officer and has the responsibility for administration of all library staff, facilities, services and functions.  The system has approximately 50 full and part-time employees with a central library, three branches and a mobile service.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

1. Acts as chief executive officer of the Library.
2. Acts as secretary to library board of control.
3. Develop policies and procedures and makes policy recommendations to the Library Board; administers approved policies.
4. Directs the operation of the library system (staff, services, facilities), responsible for capital planning, including organizing and coordinating daily business and projects.
5. Plans and monitors the library budget; negotiates and oversees contracts for services provided to the library; develops plans for capital expenditures; researches or supervises the production of statistical reports regarding library operation, finances and programs.
6. Oversees the operation of the library system; plans directs and implements library services; evaluates library services and determines future action.
7. Develops long-range objectives and plans; initiates implementation of board adopted goals.
8. Monitors developments in library services and keeps library current and relevant
9. Responsible for library personnel employment (hiring), retention, promotion, transfer, and termination.
10. Oversees collection development; reviews policies and techniques relating to the acquisitions and processing of materials.
11. Exercises direct and indirect supervision of the operations of the library; responsible for and provides oversight and guidance.
12. Seeks additional funds for library programs and services.
13. Represents the library system at various professional conferences and public meetings; makes presentations, gives speeches, does outreach to community organizations; works with the State Library on library initiatives.
14. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with library.
15. Excellent oral and written communication skills.
16. Leads tax election initiatives.

 

Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:

·        Comprehensive Knowledge of:

• Professional library practice and procedure.
• Knowledge of public library functions, facilities and operations.
• Patron needs and library services to meet those needs.
• Standard library automated system modules.
• Proficient in computers, including knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite software.

·        Demonstrated Ability and Skills to:

o   Administer the library system operations and projects.

o   Establish and maintain effective working relationships with library trustees, (board) staff and parish officials.

o   Represent the library to the public, communities and organizations.

o   Ability to communicate with the public and with the staff; ability to set goals and communicate these to staff and to guide staff through change and development, ability to write concise and clear reports and announcements.

Minimum Education and Experience:

• MLS or MLIS from an ALA accredited library school.
• At least 10 years of professional experience with increasing accountability including supervisory and administrative responsibility.
• Must have certification by Louisiana Board of Examiners or be able to attain certification within first year of employment.

St. John the Baptist Parish is located along the Mississippi River approximately 20 miles above New Orleans.  The 2010 data recorded a population of 45,924 residents.  The petrochemical industry is the major employer along with the Port of South Louisiana.  The largest agricultural crop in the parish is sugar cane. Water plays a major role in the life of the parish which is situated along Lake Ponchartrain, Lake Maurepas, Lake Salvador, as well as the mighty Mississippi River.

Applications will be accepted until 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 30, 2015.  Send a letter of application, a resume with three professional references addressed to: Norris J. Millet, President, Library Board of Control, St. John the Baptist Parish Library, 2920 Highway 51, LaPlace, Louisiana 70068.

Jeffrey Courouleau, MLIS

Library Consultant / State E-rate Coordinator

State Library of Louisiana

701 North 4th Street

Baton Rouge, LA 70802-5232

Phone: 225-342-4931

Fax:   225-342-3547

jcourouleau@slol.lib.la.us

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Director – Humphreys County Library – Belzoni, MS

JOB OPENING

Director

Humphreys County Library

Belzoni, Mississippi

 

Responsibilities:

The director is responsible for all areas of library management including personnel, collection development, budgeting, policy development and implementation, grant writing, E-rate applications, community relations and long range planning.   The director reports to and works with a five (5) member board of trustees.

 

Qualifications:

Applicants must have an American Library Association (ALA) accredited Masters of Library Science or Masters of Library and Information Science degree or must be willing to obtain the degree within two (2) years of hire.   Public library, supervisory, and administrative experience preferred.   The successful candidate will have a record of outstanding customer service and leadership.

 

Salary and Benefits:

Starting salary will be $28,000 for a 40 hour week.  Benefits include personal and major medical leave, paid state health insurance, Mississippi Public Employees’ Retirement, and the opportunity to participate in the state’s life insurance and deferred compensation programs.  Evening and weekend hours may be required.  Travel and participation in library related educational programs and conferences will be required.

 

Available:

October, 2015

 

Application Process:

Requests for applications can be obtained from the Humphreys County Library (662-247-3606).  Applicants are requested to submit a cover letter, resume, application, college transcripts, names of three (3) references, and a one (1) page description of your public library philosophy to:

Morris Allen

Chair, Board of Trustees

Humphreys County Library

105 South Hayden Street

Belzoni, MS 39038

(E-mailed applications will not be accepted.)

 

Established in 1964, the Humphreys County Library is located in downtown Belzoni, Mississippi, and serves a population of 8,900.  Belzoni, the county seat of Humphreys County, is a community of friendly people supporting a large public school system and a private academy.  Humphreys County claims the title of Farm Raised Catfish Capital of the World and hosts an annual Catfish Festival.  Belzoni is home to three museums—The Ethel Wright Mohamed Stitchery Museum, better known as “Mama’s Dream World”, the Catfish Capital Museum and Visitor’s Center, and the Jaketown Indian Museum.  Just outside the city limits is Wister Gardens, a lush 14-acre horticultural wonderland.

 

Prepared by: Administrative Board of Trustees, Humphreys County Library, May 8, 2015

 

Librarian I – Tulane University Libraries

Librarian I

Archivist for Technical Services and Digital Initiatives

Tulane University Libraries

Posting Summary:

Oversees and coordinates the technical management of archival collections and special collections print materials in the Newcomb Archives. These functions include supervising processing work done by student workers and volunteers, determining workflow schedules for processing collections and cataloging print materials, assisting the Head of Archives and Special Collections with the management of incoming accessions, overseeing the physical storage, intellectual organization, and long-term preservation of collections, and overseeing maintenance of the collections database. The Archivist also initiates and supervises digitization projects to enhance and preserve access to collections and works collaboratively across University departments to facilitate storage of and access to digitized materials. The Archivist works with the Head of Archives and Special Collections and the staff of NCI to coordinate activities that promote the use and accessibility of collections.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES/COMPETENCIES TYPICALLY NEEDED TO PERFORM THIS JOB SUCCESSFULLY:
(Note: The following criteria will not be used in screening qualified applicants but may be considered in the final decision-selection process of candidates interviewed.)

• Knowledge of current issues and trends in archives and special collections
• Knowledge of current principles and practices of archival processing and description standards, such as DACS and EAD
• Familiarity with current metadata description standards and structural formats, such as MODS, METS, and XML/XSL
• Experience working with an archival content management system, such as Archivists’ Toolkit, Archon, or ArchivesSpace
• Strong technical and computer skills
• Strong organizational, writing, and communication skills
• Ability to thrive and adapt in a highly collaborative environment
• Commitment to facilitating broad access to archival collections
• Ability to lift 40 lbs

Minimum Qualifications:  Minimum two years of related experience

Minimum Education:  Masters degree in library science from an ALA accredited program with an emphasis in archives and records management, or an advanced degree in a related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Supervisory experience
• Experience working with ArchivesSpace
• Experience cataloging print items using a cataloging utility such as OCLC in an integrated library system environment
• Familiarity with electronic records management issues
• Familiarity with XSLT, Xquery, or other scripting languages relevant to the modification of descriptive data
• Knowledge of and interest in women’s history and/or gender and sexuality studies

For more information and to apply:  https://selfservice.tulane.edu/OA_HTML/OA.jsp?page=/oracle/apps/irc/candidateSelfService/webui/VisVacDispPG&OAHP=IRC_EXT_SITE_VISITOR_APPL&OASF=IRC_VIS_VAC_DISPLAY&akRegionApplicationId=821&transactionid=1545461102&retainAM=N&addBreadCrumb=RP&p_svid=7373&p_spid=221725&oapc=8&oas=2G5kKDSI7O4z_7rEwwQd_A..

 

Part-Time Librarian/Instructor – Delgado Community College

Part-Time Librarian/Instructor

Delgado Community College

 Position Type: Adjunct Faculty

 Department: Libr Public Services-CP

 Internal or External Search: External – Open to all applicants

 Location: City Park Campus/Slidell/Sidney Collier

 Reports To: Dean, Library Services

Job Summary/Basic Function: (See Duties & Responsibilities)

 Minimum Qualifications/ Work Experience: Master’s Library/Information Science (MLIS)

 Preferred Qualifications/ Work Experience: Experience in academic, public, or school library

 Minimum Education: M.L.I. S earned degree or degree coursework in progress

 Preferred Education (if different from minimum):

 Licenses / Certifications Required:

 Physical Demands: Must be able to shelve books & trasnsport book carts.

 Work Hours: Evening/Afternoon

 Shift Required:

 Pre-Employment Screening Requirements: Criminal Background Check

 Civil Service Test Requirements:

 Civil Service Job Specification:

 Special Instructions to Applicants:

 Special Notes For Applicants: This is a Part-time position.

 Posting Date: 07-31-2014

 Closing Date: Open Until Filled

 Required Documents:

Resume
Cover Letter

Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents:

Salary Information for Posting:

Posting Number: 0600991

Banner Position Number:

Position Number:

Other Position Numbers associated with this job (only applies to pooled jobs):

Job Code:

Job Title: Adjunct Instructor

Quicklink for Posting: careers.dcc.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51710

Search Committee Information

Is this an internal or external posting?

Job Duties (100% of time)

Responsibility / Duty

Open and/or close the library during morning or evening shifts, Maintain Circulation desk and/or Reference desk area including books, computers, reserve, audio-visual, and periodical materials. Conduct circulation of materials to library patrons using SIRSI Symphony library system; Monitor & Schedule Group Study Rooms for Faculty, Staff, and Students, Answer directional/ informational questions/ reference questions, Fill out and assist with LaLinc card requests, Monitor and Answer Virtual Reference and Ask A Librarian Questions Submit daily statistics to the Coordinator of Access Services/Reference Librarian, Assist with shelving and/or shifting new books/materials in down time, Assist with updating and revising research guides. Provide general and specialized reference and instructional services during assigned hours, which may include evenings and weekends. Assist users with reference queries, OPAC and database searching, and the retrieval of materials, Provide in-depth bibliographic instruction to users on-site and on-line, schedule library instruction classes, Booking of classes using SIRSI Symphony library system, Develop individualized bibliographic instruction program for special population in collaboration with Reference Librarians college-wide; Maintain daily classroom statistics/ reports statistics to Interlibrary Loan Librarian/Reference Librarian, Assist in the selection, management and use of information resources for the reference collection and electronic databases, Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Dean of Library Services. To Apply:  https://careers.dcc.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/LoginFromJob_css.jsp?fromJobDetails=true&workingPostingId=142615

Director – Caldwell Parish Library

DIRECTOR

CALDWELL PARISH LIBRARY

 Caldwell Parish Library is accepting applications for the position of Library Director.  The Board of Trustees seeks an innovative Director to implement an exciting vision for the library and its constituencies.

Caldwell Parish Library is located in Columbia, La. and serves a population of almost 10,000.  The library has a staff of six (4.50 FTE) and a budget for operations and collections exceeding $275,000. Columbia is an agricultural community and a traditional Main Street town that is home to the annual Louisiana Art and Folk Festival. The area offers many opportunities for hunting and other outdoor activities.

On behalf of the Library Board of Trustees, the Library Director:

·       Directs (including planning, supervising, organizing, and coordinating) operation of the entire library.

·       Acts as secretary of the Board of Trustees and is responsible for implementation of policies and decisions.

·       Develops long-range objectives & plans and initiates implementation of Board-adopted goals.

·       Responsible for and provides oversight of safety, the maintenance and security of facilities, systems, and grounds.

The successful candidate will possess a B.A. or B.S. from an accredited university/college.  Attainment of a graduate degree in Library Science is preferred.  Also, for budgeting and accounting purposes, knowledge of computer bookkeeping programs is essential.

The position offers a competitive starting salary with paid vacation, holidays, personal days and paid medical insurance, and an excellent retirement system.

Review of resumes will begin immediately and resumes will be accepted until the position is filled.

Send letter of application, resume and three professional references to:

 

Caldwell Parish Library Board of Trustees

ATTN:  Mr. Marshall Davis, Jr.  President

P.O. Box 1499

Columbia, La.   71418

 

The Caldwell Parish Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, and national origin or non-job related disability.

Library Administrator (Assistant Director) – Nicholson Memorial Library System – Garland, TX

Library Administrator (Assistant Director)

Nicholson Memorial Library System

Garland, Texas
Position Description:  Responsible for managing financial operations of the Library System including revenue, budget and capital improvement project funds.  Also responsible for managing professional library staff in the planning, implementation and evaluation of branch libraries, libraries’ technology planning and services, as well as facilities and grounds for the Department. Oversee branch program services of a multi-branch public library system. Manage business operations and facility management for the central library and 3 branch libraries. Manage library technology planning and software acquisition and implementation. Conduct research and make recommendations for improvements in library services and technology. Evaluate staff performance, assess training needs and develop improvements to workflow.
Oversee the annual operating budget; analyze revenue projections and monitor department expenditures. Recommend, coordinate and implement the objectives of the department including performance measures and service improvements. Oversee departmental tasks and projects to ensure deadlines are met. Maintain library facilities. Coordinate capital improvements and maintenance for all property in the Library System. Manage library operations in the absence of the Director.

Location:  Garland, TX (Dallas area)

Employer:  Nicholson Memorial Library System

Type of Library:  Public

Salary Comment:  Target Hiring Range: $68,507.00 to $83,916.46

Education:  Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited school or university. 6 years of progressively responsible professional public library experience required. 4 years of administrative level budget planning and capital project fund management responsibility required. 4 years library management experience.

Experience:  Experience as a director, assistant director or senior level manager of a medium-sized, multi-branch public library. Considerable knowledge of public library operations and services. Extensive knowledge of standard cost accounting methods and practices. General knowledge of Library Web 2.0 technology. Comprehensive knowledge of library ILS and web portal enhancements.
Comprehensive knowledge of staff training and personnel issues. Advance skill with Microsoft Office software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Publisher, Outlook) and graphics programs. Advance skills in planning for library service improvements and implementing change. Ability to work cohesively with vendors and with the public.
Ability to manage a diverse group of employees and interact well with the public. Ability to communicate effectively and clearly, both verbally and in writing.

Contact:  Claire Bausch

Send Resume to:  All applications must be submitted via the City of Garland website at http://www.garlandtx.gov. Phone: 972-205-2475. Fax: 972-205-2706. Email: hr@garlandtx.gov.

Telephone:  972-205-2457

Email:  gbpayne@garlandtx.gov

Special Instructions:  Valid Class C Texas Driver’s License

Archivist Specialist A – Louisiana State Archives – Baton Rouge, LA

This position is located in the ARCHIVAL SERVICES-CATALOGING/CONSERVATION DIVISION, Essen Lane, Baton Rouge, LA. http://goo.gl/QseNZY Applicants must have a passing Civil Service score for 8100-PLE-Professional Level Exam OR a baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university with an overall grade-point average of 3.5 or higher in order to be considered for this vacancy. (Attach official transcript for verification). If you do not have a score prior to applying to this posting, it may result in your application not being considered. Applicants without a current test score can apply to take the test here. To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. For further information about this vacancy contact: Janice Branch, Human Resource Specialist Human Resource Division P. O. Box 94125 Baton Rouge, LA 70804-9125 janice.branch@sos.la.gov
Qualifications:
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: A baccalaureate degree. SUBSTITUTIONS: Six years of full-time work experience in any field will substitute for the required baccalaureate degree. Candidates without a baccalaureate degree may combine work experience and college credit to substitute for the baccalaureate degree as follows: A maximum of 120 semester hours may be combined with experience to substitute for the baccalaureate degree. 30 to 59 semester hours credit will substitute for one year of experience towards the baccalaureate degree. 60 to 89 semester hours credit will substitute for two years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree. 90 to 119 semester hours credit will substitute for three years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree. 120 or more semester hours credit will substitute for four years of experience towards the baccalaureate degree. College credit earned without obtaining a baccalaureate degree will substitute for a maximum of four years full-time work experience towards the baccalaureate degree. Candidates with 120 or more semester hours of credit, but without a degree, must also have at least two years of full-time work experience to substitute for the baccalaureate degree. NOTE: Any college hours or degree must be from a school accredited by one of the following regional accrediting bodies: the Middle States Commission on Higher Education; the New England Association of Schools and Colleges; the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools; the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities; the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools; and the Western Association of Schools and Colleges.
Job Concepts:
FUNCTION OF WORK: To perform professional archival activities related to the identification, collections, preservation, and maintenance of records and artifacts. LEVEL OF WORK: Entry. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Typically, direct from an Archives Supervisor. May receive supervision from higher level personnel. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: None. LOCATION OF WORK: Department of State. JOB DISTINCTIONS: Differs from Archives Specialist B by the absence of experienced level duties and responsibilities.
Examples of Work:
EXAMPLES OF WORK: EXAMPLES BELOW ARE A BRIEF SAMPLE OF COMMON DUTIES ASSOCIATED WITH THIS JOB TITLE. NOT ALL POSSIBLE TASKS ARE INCLUDED. NOTE: In order to provide adequate coverage and services to meet the internal demands and the demands of all clients, persons occupying these positions will be crossed trained to perform any of the listed examples of work and may be called upon to work in any of the programs within the Archives Division. Arranges and prepares descriptions of archival collections. Develops finding aids for materials accessioned into archival repository. Consults with researchers to determine their interest and needs in order to recommend to them appropriate research sources and finding aids. Examines documents and determines need for repair to arrest deterioration and performs routine repair according to established archival techniques; notifies supervisor of documents which requires extensive treatment and arranges for transfer to the Conservation Laboratory. Performs reference and research concerning historical events, collections and genealogy; answer inquiries and furnishes information relating to historical collections; assists the public in locating informational materials. Conducts research of birth, death, and marriage records for patrons and provide certified or non-certified copies of these vital records when requested. Prepares materials received by Acquisition Section for shelving by indicating space locations and accession numbers on boxes, folders and three-dimensional items. Maintains files of agency records transmittal forms and disposal notice forms for the Records Center. Assists with the planning and implementation of in-house and traveling exhibits. Consults with Acquisitions Section on identifying materials suitable for display. Arranges for loan of materials maintained in archival holdings for in-house and traveling exhibits. Processes record microfilm. Reviews records to identify duplicates, records in need of repair, and records containing confidential material. Participates in the conservation and preservation of archival holdings, oversees the reproduction of holdings, and reviews requests for the reproduction of holdings. Researches and identifies recordkeeping requirements to document business functions of state agencies. Assists in providing records and information management training for state agencies. Assists in disaster recovery planning to provide for the availability of and access to organizational records and information following a business disruption.

Special Collections Cataloging and Metadata Librarian – University of California San Diego Library

Special Collections Cataloging and Metadata Librarian

The University of California San Diego Library seeks applications from highly motivated, innovative, and proactive library professionals to join the UC San Diego Library as the Special Collections Cataloging and Metadata Unit Head in the Metadata Services Program.

Responsibilities of the Position
Reporting to directors of both programs (70% MS, 30% SC&A), the Special Collections Cataloging and Metadata Unit Head is responsible for leading the efforts and directing the work of 1.5 FTE (permanent) and .5 (temp) FTE to describe and provide access to Special Collections rare materials through cataloging according to current national standards. Working in close collaboration with members of the Digital Object Metadata Management Unit in MS as well as the Digital Library Development Program, the Special Collections Cataloging and Metadata Unit Head will provide expertise on the unique needs of Special Collections material description.

Closing Date: Application deadline is July 24, 2015

For Further Information:
http://libraries.ucsd.edu/jobs/

To Apply: For full consideration, please submit applications to
https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/apply/JPF00818

AA-EOE: UCSD is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong institutional commitment to excellence through diversity.

Associate University Librarian – Oregon State University Libraries & Press – Corvallis, OR

OSU Libraries seeks an innovative, dynamic, and experienced library leader to join the organization’s leadership team as the Associate University Librarian for Research and Scholarly Communication. As part of the senior administrative team, the AUL for Research and Scholarly Communication will guide the Libraries’ path to excellence in delivering services and digital collections to the OSU community and beyond.

The AUL for Research and Scholarly Communication supervises and works with department heads to implement the strategic directions for the Center for Digital Scholarship and Services, Emerging Technologies and Services, the Oregon Explorer Project, University Special Collections and Archives Research Center, and the Guin Marine Sciences Library located in Newport, Oregon, as part of the Hatfield Marine Science Center. The AUL will provide leadership, motivation, and vision for the resourceful and creative faculty and staff within these units. This librarian will demonstrate a strong commitment to the strategic and collaborative development and implementation of innovative digital and web initiatives and services that respond adroitly to and to the evolving needs of researchers and scholars. This position will provide direction for building partnerships with other OSU units and library partners to continue transforming the Libraries’ role as a partner in creating and disseminating knowledge.

About Oregon State University

Oregon State is a leading research university located in one of the safest, smartest, greenest small cities in the nation: http://oregonstate.edu/main/about. Situated 90 miles south of Portland, 40 miles north of Eugene and an hour from the Cascade Mountains or the Pacific Coast, Corvallis is the perfect home base for exploring Oregon’s natural wonders. The university has an institution-wide commitment to diversity, multiculturalism and community, and the University actively recruits and retains a diverse workforce and student body that includes members of historically underrepresented groups.

About the Library

A great place for research. Our Scholars Archive is ranked #11 among university repositories in the United States. The Libraries are an active leader in open access to research and offer data services for graduate students and faculty doing research.

A leader in innovation. To provide the best resources for students and faculty at one of the nation’s leading research universities, OSU Libraries are a national leader in technological innovation and services for library users.

Inspiring architecture. The Valley Library is on a quad framed by historic buildings. The six-floor library was beautifully reinvigorated by a major upgrade in 1999.

An excellent place to work. The Libraries and OSU Press believe in Innovation, Heart and Ideas, and the dedication to these ideals is evident among staff. We invite you to join us.

Employment Benefits:

Full-time, 12 month, annual tenure track appointment tenure rank. Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Excellent medical, dental, and life insurance; staff tuition fee privileges for employee or a dependent at an Oregon University System school (restrictions apply). This position earns 15 hours of vacation and eight hours of sick leave each month.

Job Requirements

Required Qualifications:

• MLS from an ALA-accredited library program or foreign equivalent.
• Minimum of five years of leadership and management experience in an academic or research library with progression towards increasing responsibility including successful leadership of organizational change, inspiring innovation, and serving as an advocate and spokesperson for the organization.
• A demonstrable commitment to promoting and enhancing diversity within organizations and effectively mentoring of staff and faculty to help them cultivate a similar commitment.
• Experience working collaboratively and developing partnerships with academic departments, state and regional agencies and consortia.
• Experience mentoring and coaching staff at all levels including successful experience supporting tenure-track faculty.
• Strong record of ongoing scholarly publication, research and national participation in professional societies suitable for appointment with tenure.
• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, oral and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Additional graduate degree along with MLS

• Experience with new information technologies, evolving models of scholarship, open access, open data, and open educational resources with the ability to articulate how these influence teaching, learning and scholarship.
• Experience administering and assessing digital library and unique collection initiatives and/or other programs and services relevant to position responsibilities
• Experience in developing and implementing strategic plans and projects.
• Experience participating in a library fundraising and development program, engaging with new and ongoing donors and providing stewardship information to major donors.