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Current Job Listings

Catalog Assistant

Columbia College, Chicago

posted Wednesday, 1  September 2010

Columbia College Chicago is an urban institution of over 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students emphasizing arts, media, and communications in a liberal arts setting. The Library is currently seeking applications for the position of Catalog Assistant (POS 272).

Under the direction of the Senior Cataloger, the Catalog Assistant is responsible for the copy cataloging and classification of books (primarily English language), sound recordings, and scores acquired for the Library collection.  The position is also responsible for the maintenance of records on the Library's Voyager system.  A bachelor's degree is required for this position.

Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

* Performs copy cataloging, and on occasion derivative original cataloging, of books (primarily English language) using OCLC, Voyager, and Dewey Decimal Classification.
* Checks OCLC copy against item in hand, re-searching OCLC as necessary for different or updated copy.
* Shelf-lists to avoid duplication of classification numbers.
* Performs quality control and bibliographic maintenance in assigned subject areas to ensure accurate and consistent access within the library's online catalog; revises records, as necessary.
* Participates in departmental meetings and deliberations, assisting in the delineation of policies and procedures relating to cataloging.
* Participates in overall team effort and quality of service toward efficient operation of department and College.
* On occasion, assists with acquisitions activities, including searching for copy, creating online purchase orders and invoices, and receiving new materials.
* Other duties as assigned.



Preferred Qualifications:

* Prior library work experience, especially in the technical services
* Experience with integrated library systems (Voyager preferred) and a bibliographic utility (OCLC preferred) preferably in an academic setting
* A background in fine arts or a related humanities discipline
* An ability to work both cooperatively and independently
* Skilled at setting goals and managing various assignments simultaneously
* Knowledge of library classification systems, preferably Dewey Decimal Classification
* An understanding of basic MARC records and field elements
* A working knowledge of one or more Western European language and/or the ability to catalog in unfamiliar languages with the aid of a dictionary



All applicants must apply online at: https://employment.colum.edu.  Please upload a cover letter and resume as ONE document, preferably a word.doc or PDF.  No phone calls or hard copies.

Columbia College Chicago encourages qualified female, LGBTQ, disabled, and minority individuals to apply for all positions.

www.COLUM.edu

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LIBRARY DIRECTOR

FORT DODGE, IOWA PUBLIC LIBRARY

posted Monday, 23  August 2010

The City of Fort Dodge is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, service oriented Library Director with public library experience to build on our library's past successes and lead it to new levels of excellence.

The library director will be responsible for staff supervision, budget management and the planning, direction, development and evaluation of library policies, services and procedures.   The director will also represent the library through public contact, including regularly working at a public service desk. For a complete job description and more information about the library please visit our website at www.fortdodgeiowa.org/library.

Education:  MLS - ALA accredited preferred
Experience:  Minimum 5 years
Salary:  $60,040 - $66,000
Closing:  Open until filled
Minimum of 5 years progressively responsible public library experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory and/or administrative position, strong personnel management skills, grant writing experience, strong communication and public relations skills and experience with/knowledge of computer technologies.

Excellent benefits, including no employee contribution for family health insurance premiums.

Review of applications will begin immediately.  Position will remain open until filled. EOE


Contact:  Deb Kern
Search Committee
Fort Dodge Public Library
424 Central Avenue
Fort Dodge IA  50501
or e-mail Deb Kern at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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LIBRARY DIRECTOR – RYE FREE READING ROOM, RYE, NEW YORK

posted August 18, 2010

Rye Free Reading Room – 125 years (and counting) of distinguished service to the community! The Board of Trustees of Rye Free Reading Room (founded in 1884) seeks an energetic, enthusiastic and experienced leader to continue its commitment to quality public library service for the Rye community.  The Director will work closely with the 18-member Board of Directors, a 45-member Auxiliary Board, staff and local stakeholders to develop and articulate its vision for library service, design and implement strategic initiatives, and administer the service program, facility and space planning, and fundraising and resource development.  See http://www.gossagesager.com/Jobdesc2010.doc for the complete job description. As an association library, the Rye Free Reading Room is funded by the City of Rye and private donations, with the Board actively investigating options for sustainable funding.

Rye Free Reading Room has a collection of 90,000 items housed in the main library and a small branch and circulates over 225,000 items annually. With a staff of 17 FTE and a budget of $1.5 million, the library provides exceptional customer service and its programs are consistently among the most heavily attended in Westchester County—attendance last year pushed over 36,000 with best-selling authors and a wide-selection of children’s programs.  A recent expansion of the landmark building on Rye’s Village Green and ongoing capital projects, including a renovated technology center, help ensure the facilities are well-positioned for continued growth.

Rye, a suburban community in Westchester County, is home to 15,000 residents.  Located on Long Island Sound, Rye enjoys a strong sense of community, with close proximity to New York City and regional attractions in the Tri-State area.  For additional information on the Library, the City and the area see http://www.gossagesager.com/Ryelinks.htm.

Minimum qualifications include an MLS from an ALA accredited institution and at least five years of progressively responsible experience, including at least two years administrative experience in a public library.  The successful candidate must have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrated leadership ability and the ability to work collaboratively with Board, staff, elected officials and community groups. In addition, the successful candidate must be able to articulate a vision of library services in the 21st century. Successful experience with fundraising, building projects and working in a union environment is highly desirable.

Compensation: The starting salary range is $90,000-$106,000 (dependent on experience and qualifications) with an excellent benefits package.

For further information, contact Jobeth Bradbury, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , at Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates.

Apply via email to either Dan Bradbury or Jobeth Bradbury, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , with a meaningful cover letter and resume as Word attachments.  The position closes October 3, 2010.

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Information Professional, Compass Lexecon, Chicago

posted August 18, 2010

Description: Compass Lexecon, one of the world’s leading economic consulting firms, seeks an Information Professional to work with our staff of economists to provide economic research for litigation. Using a full range of electronic databases such as Factiva, LexisNexis, Thomson Financial, etc., you will conduct in-depth, value-added research in a fast-paced, rapidly changing environment along with a team of other information professionals. An ALA-accredited MLS degree along with strong customer service and communications skills is required. This position requires a team player who is willing to be highly flexible with regard to job responsibilities and work schedules and who is able to manage multiple projects at once.Hours are Monday-Friday from 9:00 a.m to 5:00 p.m. Compass Lexecon Information Professionals also are on call one weekend per month and work other overtime as necessary. We offer a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a pleasant work environment. !
This position offers tremendous opportunities for learning and skillset enhancement.

Contact: Compass Lexecon Human Resources, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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Director of Adult Services, The Urbana Free Library
posted August 18, 2010

Description: The Director of Adult Services sets direction and oversees daily operations of Adult Services, a department that serves adults and teens from grade 6 and up. The director supervises departmental staff; provides reference, readers’ advisory, and technology assistance; coordinates and shares in collection management and programming; promotes the department and the library to the community; functions as part of the administrative staff; and participates in decision making for the library as a whole. Duties are performed under the supervision of the Executive Director.

Closing: 10/4/2010

Additional info: Minimum requirements include ALA-accredited masters degree, three years professional experience as an adult services librarian, and prior successful supervisory experience. Information and application materials available on the library's website at http://tinyurl.com/24ver93

Contact: Debra Lissak, Executive Director
The Urbana Free Library, 210 West Green Street, Urbana, IL 61801

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Full-time Reference Librarian, Galesburg Public Library

posted August 18, 2010

Description: Do you have leadership skills to facilitate change and provide exemplary customer service? Are you inspired by creative collaboration with colleagues, comfortable with social networking and technology and looking for broad range of professional opportunities? Culturally rich college community of 33,000 seeks energetic, self-motivated, tech-savvy reference librarian. Looking for individual with a variety of skills and interests to enhance library services to community. Position includes collection development, programming and project management.

education: MLS from ALA-accredited program

experience: Library experience required

salary: $38,500-41,000

closing: 9/15/10

additional info: Ability to write well and speak in public is critical, along with strong organizational skills, composure to work under pressure and sense of humor. Benefits include 15 days of vacation first year and 20 thereafter, paid holidays, health insurance, IMRF and Social Security. Forward letter of application, resume and three references.

contact: Pam Van Kirk, Director
Galesburg Public Library, 40 E. Simmons, Galesburg, IL 61401
309-343-6118

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Children's Associate

Glencoe Public Library

posted Thursday, 12 August 2010

Glencoe Public Library is looking for the right person to work with our children, someone who is enthusiastic about working with the public and sharing a love for children's literature, and will value the strong support we receive from a community of friendly, well-educated library users.

In addition to providing reader's advisory and reference services for pre K-grade 8 children and their parents, teachers, and caregivers, the Associate will assist patrons with library resources in all media/formats, and help develop programming for children and families.

Requirements include one year of work experience with children in a school or a public library environment; BA/BS in a related field such as education or literature; computer skills including MSOffice Suite and experience with online databases and social networking.

Part-Time:  8-12 hours per week, including evenings and weekend rotation.  Salary begins at $18.02/hour.  Please submit cover letter and resume to Melissa Henderson, Head of Children's Services, Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Avenue, Glencoe, IL  60022; e-mail:   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

Education:  BA/BS in a related field such as education or literature
Experience:  one year of work experience with childre
Salary:  starts at $18.02/hour
Closing:  Friday, September 3, 2010
Contact:  Melissa Henderson
Glencoe Public Library, 320 Park Avenue, Glencoe, IL  60022
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Director of Library Services

Career Education Corporation, Hoffman Estates

posted Tuesday, 10 August 2010

The Director of Library Services provides leadership for the administration of a collection of centralized online library resources that serves a diverse audience of nationally and regionally accredited institutions located across the United States and internationally.

Accountable for adhering to regulations and meeting expectations as defined in service level agreements (SLA) with CEC's institutions of higher education.

The library is accessed by online and onground faculty and students representing diploma, certificate, associate, bachelor, master's and doctorate programs of study in art and design, business, culinary arts, education, health services and health sciences, information technology and protective services.
Provides leadership and oversight to a team of librarians that provide online reference and research support to students and faculty.

Continuously informed by constituents and actively participates in library planning meetings, committees and task forces to ensure that the resource holdings and the library services meet the needs of the faculty and students.
Responsible for data collection, analysis and reporting upon resource and service utilization for purposes of continuous improvement.


Required Skills
The ability to work in a team environment, strong training skills, good project management skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a commitment to customer service

Minimum of 5 years of experience managing an academic library
Demonstrated knowledge of all aspect of library principles, concepts, methodology, operation, function and management required to perform the professional and administrative responsibilities of the position

Experience with current and emerging digital repository technologies

Experience in the selection, management and use of library electronic resources such as full-text periodical databases and electronic books and conducting web-based research

Experience working with procurement rules and acquisition policies

Knowledge of online database searching and research techniques

Ability to present information effectively to a diverse audience

Demonstrated ability to work independently

Flexibility and an ability to adapt to an environment of continuous growth and change.

Required Experience
Promote and encourage the ethical use of information by faculty and students;

Facilitate information literacy as the ability to identify information needs, and to locate, analyze, synthesize, evaluate and communicate information that addresses those needs;

Develop a strategic plan in collaboration with the academic leadership of each of the SBUs to ensure that the library resources and services planned and provided meet the needs of faculty, students, institutions, and regulatory bodies;

Develop an annual budget that supports the strategic plan for the library resources as well as the Enterprise;

Partner with academic leadership to ensure that digital content selected for the online library supports the variety of programs of study delivered by the institutions in each of the Strategic Business Units;

Identify and evaluate vendors and products to secure the library resources needed to support ground and online institutions;

Engage Procurement to develop purchases agreements and statements of work for various library requirements;

Manage the library Web site in conjunction with Corporate IT;

Develop and maintain library documentation and training materials for librarians and school staff;

Develop and deliver training to librarians, faculty, and staff;

Assist librarians and school administrators to prepare the school library for accreditation visits, including evaluation of the library, library documentation, and staff training;

Develop core library collection lists for new programs and start-up schools;

Working with Corporate Legal, provide training and assistance to the librarians and school staff on copyright issues and implementation of CEC copyright policies and contracts;

Collect usage data and evaluate effectiveness of the library resources and services as part of the continuous improvement process; and

Remain aware of changing guidelines, legislation, trends and emerging technology affecting library resources and services.

To apply go to www.careered.com or send directly  This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

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Children's Services Supervisor, 40 hrs.

Naperville Public Library

posted Monday, 9 August 2010

The Children's Services Supervisor possesses a wide variety of duties including supervising the Children's Services department, planning and administering the children services activities, and developing and implementing department policies and procedures. This position requires an ALA accredited Master of Library Science Degree.

Critical Skills Required:

• Collaborative Skills
• Demonstrated Supervisory Skills
• Excellent Communication & Interpersonal Skills
• Strong Analytical Skills

Education:  ALA -MSL Degree
Experience:  over 3 yrs up to 5 yrs
Salary:  $23.27/Hr
Closing:  8.23.2010
Additional info.:  Employment application, cover letter, resume, copy of ALA accredited MLS Degree (diploma and/or transcripts) and three professional referral contacts should be submitted to Corinne Brombosz-Human Resources Associate-Recruitment by Monday, August 23, 2010

Contact:  Corinne Brombosz-HR Associate-Recruitment
Naperville Public Library
HR Office
2035 S. Naper Blvd.
Naperville, IL  60565
Phone:630-637-2227
fax: 630-637-2237

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Chief Executive Officer – Tulsa (OK) City-County Library

posted August 9, 2010

Grow with Us in Beautiful Green Country! The Tulsa City-County Library Commission seeks a new Chief Executive Officer to build on a solid foundation of excellent library service.  Work with the Library Commission to determine the strategic direction and policies for the library; serve as the face of the library in the community; develop and implement plans for new library facilities, services, and programs; advise Tulsa Library Trust Board and Friends of the Tulsa City-County Libraries; raise funds, develop and maintain donor relations to enrich library services.  The challenges are exciting and the opportunities are endless!  See http://www.gossagesager.com/TulsaJD.htm for the complete job description.

The Tulsa City-County Library System is an independent library district with a permanent tax rate exclusively dedicated to public library services.  Governed by an 11-member, appointed Board of Commissioners, the system is a dynamic library system serving the 585,068 residents of Tulsa County in Northeastern Oklahoma.  Library staff (269.5 FTEs) utilize a budget of $25.8 million to operate 25 public locations, one service center and an active bookmobile serving an increasingly diverse area.  Named a Five-Star Library by Library Journal in 2008, this year the system celebrated a record 5.7 million circulation and increases in foot-traffic.  TCCL also benefits from a supportive Tulsa Library Trust and active Friends groups.

Tulsa boasts a widely diversified business base. It is one of "America's Most Livable Communities" and recently Relocate America ranked it the "No. 1 Place to Live." Known as a Mecca for arts in Oklahoma, the city enjoys a rich cultural legacy with its ballet, opera, symphony and museums. Art deco masterpieces abound in many downtown buildings. Outstanding higher education facilities and recreational amenities help it earn these accolades and greatly enhance the area's quality of life.

Additional information on the Tulsa City-County Library system and the  community can be found at: http://www.gossagesager.com/Tulsalinks.htm.

Minimum requirements: an MLS from an ALA-accredited program; ten years of progressively responsible public library experience with a minimum of five years of executive level administrative experience in a multi-branch urban or suburban system. Advanced management training (MPA, MBA or similar degree), proven experience reporting to a policy-making board, and success in collaborating with county or municipal officials are highly desirable.  Essential skills include: excellent internal and external communication skills that inspire and motivate; the ability to develop and implement a shared vision of innovative library service for the System; skill in building and maintaining effective relationships with the Library Commission, staff and with community leaders; experience in strategic planning, facilities and space planning, fiscal management, library technology, fund development, and working with library trusts and charitable foundations.  

Compensation: The salary range is $130,000-150,000 with a competitive benefits package. 

For further information: Contact Dan Bradbury,   This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or at 816-531-2468. To apply, please send a cover letter and current resume as Word attachments via email.  This position will close October 10, 2010.

Tulsa City-County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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DeVry University, Chicago posted August 6, 2010

As one of the largest degree-granting higher education systems in North America, DeVry University provides high-quality, career-oriented associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs in technology, science, business and the arts.  Nearly 70,000 students are enrolled at its 93 locations in 26 states and Canada, as well as through DeVry University's online delivery.  DeVry University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association, www.ncahlc.org. DeVry University, a division of DeVry Inc. (NYSE: DV), is based in Oakbrook Terrace, Ill.  For more information about DeVry University, visit www.devry.edu.

Overview:

List position(s) that report directly/indirectly to this position or attach organization chart Librarian, Library Assistant,   The Director, Library Services is responsible for the overall direction and management of the library center, staff, equipment, student support and administrative duties in a University setting. Student and Temporary Workers

Responsibilities:

Assists students, faculty, and staff in the effective use of library resources for the purposes of conducting research.   Such assistance would include participation in student orientations, bibliographic instruction, one-on-one reference assistance via face-to-face, e-mail, and online venues. Ensures the efficient and effective day-to-day operations of the library. Acquires and maintains appropriate library materials and resources, in both print and non-print format, to support the DeVry curriculum. Develops a budget plan (including library and capital needs, department expenditures, salaries) that is consistent with and supportive of the University's strategic plan and compliant with state requirements where applicable. Hires, trains, manages, and evaluates staff including Librarians, Library Assistant and Student Workers. Establishes library policies and procedures. Develops and maintains, in conjunction with the Information Technology Department, appropriate and accessible electronic resources in the library. Performs regular collection analysis and development. Completes other projects and duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  Below are the minimum requirements of the education, experience, knowledge, and skills required to competently perform in this position.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Master of Library Services or other equivalent degree (MLS) from an ALA-accredited school required; PhD highly preferred. At least five years practical relevant experience, preferably in an Academic Setting; experience must include at least two to three years of departmental/staff management experience. Extensive experience in the use of online databases, the Internet, and traditional print resources required. Solid computer skills in using a variety of applications, including but not limited to, Microsoft Office, Outlook, and Oracle based systems required. Excellent organizational, communication and time-management skills are required. We are proud to be an EEO employer M/F/D/V. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Thank you for applying for this outstanding opportunity today. For more information and to apply, click here.

Associate Dean

Lincoln Land Community College, Springfield
Posted Thursday, 5 August 2010

Lincoln Land Community College (LLCC) serves a 4000 square mile district at its main campus in Springfield, the vibrant capital city of Illinois.  Springfield is centrally located between Chicago and St. Louis and is home to the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum as well as numerous historic sites and cultural events.  LLCC also provides educational services at the Springfield East Center and the Capital City Training Center, both in Springfield, and at facilities in Taylorville, Jacksonville, Beardstown, Litchfield and Hillsboro, Illinois.  LLCC enrollment for 2009-2010 was over 17,000 full- and part-time credit and non-credit students.

The Associate Dean reports to the Dean, District Learning Resources and is responsible for providing active leadership and direction for academic library operations, and providing library support and services to the LLCC community while directing library functions at all service sites. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, developing and supporting partnerships, internal and external, that advance LLCC's goals and the library's goals; supporting the faculty librarians in their efforts to develop, instruct, and assess information fluency of students; initiating and implementing strategic planning for the library; actively participating and encouraging an environment that supports a "students first" philosophy; overseeing the development and enhancement of collections and services; managing personnel and facilities, budgeting, and coordinating regional library operations.  The successful candidate for this position must have a master's degree in library science from an ALA accredited institution and a minimum of 7 years experience in academic libraries with at least 4 years experience in an administrative and supervisory role. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check and drug screen.  Salary will be commensurate with education and experience, but shall be no less than $61,078 per year with an excellent benefits package.

Education:  MLS
Experience:  At least 4 years.
Salary:  No less than $61,078
Closing:  09/10/2010
Additional info.:  For full consideration, please submit a cover letter, resume, Lincoln Land Community College application completed in full, and copies of all college/university transcripts postmarked no later than Friday, September 10, 2010 to:

Human Resources
Lincoln Land Community College
5250 Shepherd Road
P.O. Box 19256
Springfield, IL 62794-9256
E-mail: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it
Application forms may be downloaded at www.llcc.edu/hr/
or you may contact us at (217) 786-2258.

Anticipated start date of January 1, 2011.

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Library Director, St. Clairsville (OH) Public Library

The St. Clairsville Public Library Board of Trustees will select a candidate with proven leadership skills, strong interpersonal skills, strong skills in developing community relations and customer service, and the ability to work with a dedicated staff committed to providing excellent service.

This position requires an MLS or MLIS degree from and ALA accredited institution and a minimum of three years of professional administrative experience in a public library.  Excellent benefits.   Salary range: begins at $45,000, and is dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.   Applications received by September 10, 2010 will receive priority consideration.

education:  MLS and/or MLIS
salary:  Begins at $45,000
closing:  September 10, 2010

The St. Clairsville Public Library is seeking an energetic and practical library leader to serve as its new director.   St. Clairsville Public Library is located in the county seat of Belmont County, Ohio along the Ohio/West Virginia border and is approximately 1 hour from Pittsburgh, PA.  The Library System serves the St. Clairsville Richland City School District of 14,272 and residents outside of the school district.  The facility is downtown with approximately 20,000 square feet of space on three levels.  St. Clairsville Public Library has a 2010 operating budget of $407,238, annual circulation of just under 154,000 items, patron base of 6,541, is one of the original first four members of the SEO automation consortium and has 8.13 FTEs (includes director).

Contact: Please send (1) cover letter describing how your skills and experience meet the job qualifications outlined in the job posting, (2) a detailed resume, and (3) the names, addresses, and contact information of three professional references to:

Lynda Murray, This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

or

St. Clairsville Public Library Director Search Committee
Ohio Library Council
1105 Schrock Road, Suite 440
Columbus, OH  43229