Work downtown at the Central Library as a key member of a team that fosters a culture of innovation, inquiry, and evaluation with a specific role to support activities related to the Library's customer-focused strategic work. Assist executive team with development of a new strategic framework and associated strategic process lifecycle. Work with leads to create project management expectations and develop evaluation plans for the library's strategic work. Help teams track and analyze resources and capacity, and create status reports. Serve as Project Manager for special cross-divisional projects. Be a bridge between teams and help foster collaboration across the library system. Liaise with the City's Peak Performance team to identify and conduct Lean process improvements and innovations. Co ... Read More
Posted Jun 4, 2019
This position is assuming many of the responsibilities for electronic resource managementas well as the more complex aspects of managing print serials. This position also hasprogrammatic responsibility to identify, design and implement special projects related to themanagement of both print and electronic resources as well as day-to-day maintenance. Thisposition serves as a member of the electronic resource troubleshooting team for reportedaccess problems and takes a special role in defining projects to anticipate and solvepotential access problems.
Please see the job posting at https://jobs.colostate.edu/postings/67834
Essential Job Duties
Print and Electronic Resource Project FacilitationThis position has programmatic responsibility to identify, design and implement specialprojects re ... Read More
Posted Jun 3, 2019
Position Summary: PPLD is seeking a librarian who passionately embraces technology, science, music, and art. This librarian has the ability to inspire imagination, draw out potential, and create a gathering place for the community at Library 21c. This librarian will also provide support with business reference inquiries. This position requires flexibility, collaboration, communication, and the ability to identify priorities and shift focus quickly. In order to help fulfill PPLD’s mission, we want a professional with a positive attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, and a sense of humor while working in an environment rich with diversity. We are searching for a bold individual who enjoys people.
Essential Functions
Functions listed are intended only as illustrations of the variou ... Read More
Posted Jun 3, 2019
Assistant Professor/Instruction and Distance Education Librarian
Mitchell Memorial Library
Mississippi State University
We invite you to join the Mississippi State University Libraries as the Assistant Professor/Instruction and Distance Education Librarian and become part of a team of energetic and collaborative research services librarians. This is an entry level, tenure track position that reports to the Associate Dean of Public Services.
A complete job description and application can be found at: http://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/cw/en-us/job/498702/assistant-professor ... Read More
Posted Jun 3, 2019
Under the mission of CDE, the position provides administrative and research support for staff from two offices in the State Library: Office of Networking and Resource Sharing (NRS) and Office of Library Research Service (LRS). Staff from both the offices includes two directors, five consultants, one system administrator, one web developer, one research analyst, one research assistant and other temporary staff as needed. The position also provides general administrative support for other State Library staff.
Assist NRS and LRS offices with projects and duties as needed.Work within the State Library administrative team to ensure the NRS and LRS teams are well supported, included and informed of all Division activities.Provide administrative services, which require staying current on CDE p ... Read More
Posted Jun 1, 2019
Are you passionate about rural libraries? If you are, then consider applying to become the new Assistant Director for Wisconsin’s Winnefox Library System.
Winnefox is a 5-county library system serving 30 mostly small and rural community libraries. We are looking for a dynamic, experienced library professional to serve in a key management role for system operations.
Duties include:• Day-to-day administration of the system.• Attending regular meetings with library directors.• Providing library directors and trustees with information and advice on all aspects of library administration and management.• Compiling statistical reports, funding requests, and budgets.• Meeting with municipal, county, and state elected officials.
The successful candidate will:• ... Read More
Posted May 31, 2019
Drives mobile services vehicles to off-site locations to assist patrons with information and educational requests, handles material check in and out, and plans and conducts programming.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
10% - DRIVES LARGE VEHICLES – Safely drives large vehicles such as a bookmobile that is up to 34’ long and delivery vans to remote locations throughout service areas and through congested city traffic in sometimes adverse weather conditions to locate assets at locations where patrons can access library services and materials. (Essential)
40% - PATRON ASSISTANCE – Serves as the first point of contact for patrons in assistance with using library materials and information, guiding them in searching the catalog and stacks, accessing databases, and naviga ... Read More
Posted May 31, 2019
Answers patron requests for information and assistance, assists patrons with self-check and library technology, and plans and conducts programs.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
35% - PATRON ASSISTANCE – Serves as the first point of contact for patrons in assistance with using library materials and information, guiding them in searching the catalog and stacks, accessing databases, and navigating the Internet; and passes the patron on to a Librarian for further assistance beyond the efforts required of a reference interview. (Essential)
20% - CIRCULATION – Checks out and renews materials; Assists patrons with self-checkout and checking in materials; issues and updates library cards; and follows procedures and collects money for fines and over-dues; processes holds; checks i ... Read More
Posted May 31, 2019
Answers patron requests for information and assistance, coordinates programming within the branch, and acts as a staff resource.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
40% - IN BRANCH PROGRAMMING - Working independently or as part of a team, develops relevant programs by using project management and outcomes-based planning and evaluation tools; delivers programs to audiences within the library, and assists Community Relations and Marketing with recruiting attendees in order to provide benefit to patrons, promote use of library resources and represent the library district to the community. (Essential)
15% - PATRON ASSISTANCE – Receives referrals from Library Associates working with patrons, assists patrons in locating the information needed through the use of library resources and Inte ... Read More
Posted May 31, 2019
Returns library materials to shelves and checks in returned materials enabling patrons to find library materials in places where they expect them to be.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
40% - SHELVING – Shelves library materials by loading carts with returned materials; placing materials on the appropriate shelf according to Dewey decimal number, author name, or title in order to return materials to library shelves. (Essential)
30% - CIRCULATION – Checks in returned materials and sorts and routes the materials to their proper location in order prepare materials for shelving. (Essential)
15% - SHELF READING & SHIFTING – Reads the order of materials on the shelves by checking for correct Dewey decimal or alphabetical order, shifts and straightens materials to corr ... Read More
Posted May 31, 2019
Front Range Community College (FRCC) is the largest community college in Colorado, enrolling close to 30,000 credit students annually. FRCC is one of 30 colleges in the AACC Pathways project, was recently selected as a Most Promising Place to Work in Diverse Magazine and was profiled as one of 6 top community colleges for transfer student success in a recent Aspen Institute publication. The college has a detailed strategic plan focused on improving student graduation and transfer rates, a strong assessment program, and invests heavily in professional development for staff and faculty including a college-wide leadership program, Roadmap to Achievement. The college has a strong commitment to equity and actively works to create inclusive communities. For more information, visitwww.frontrange. ... Read More
Posted May 31, 2019
Librarian II/Youth Services
Cumberland County Public Library & Information Center
Cliffdale Branch Library, Fayetteville, NC
An employee in this position is required to provide reference service and readers’ advisory in youth literature. Develops and presents programs for youth from birth through grade 12. May act as supervisor in charge on a regular basis in the absence of the manager. Works with other YS Librarian II’s under the direction of the Division Manager for Youth Services to plan and implement new services and programs for youth. May be assigned system-wide responsibilities such as grant management, new service development, or ordering materials.
· Supervises, hires, trains, evaluates and schedules Youth Services staff within the assigned branch or within the system to ensure policies and procedures are followed, customers are given efficient, prompt, and competent assistance, and ... Read More
Posted May 31, 2019
An employee in this position is responsible for developing and cultivating community partnerships that increase the library's capacity to reach underserved populations. Works with senior managers to identify key groups and agencies that serve them to provide library services or information about services. Identifies community events and recommends library participation. Conducts agency visits to determine if library services will enhance or supplement their services and/or provides an information exchange. Facilitates new partnerships through intake and assessment process.
· Works closely with senior managers, adults and youth services division managers and community relations to extend library services to the community.
· Represents the library in the community by attendi ... Read More
Posted May 30, 2019
Librarian IV/Regional Branch Manager
Cumberland County Public Library & Information Center
East Regional Branch
An employee in this position is responsible for performing complex professional library work and administering a Regional Branch Library. Considerable independent judgment and initiative as well as interpersonal skills are needed to coordinate work of others. Tact and courtesy are required. Responsible for the supervision of subordinate staff. Position includes supervision of a Community Branch Manager/Librarian III and/or other significant system wide service. Work is performed under general supervision and is evaluated in conferences and by review of reports and work plans.
· Hires, supervises, trains, and evaluates, department managers, and branch staff to ensure policies and procedures are followed and library goals are met.
· Oversees all branch services including In ... Read More
Posted May 30, 2019
What You'd Do
Create lifelong library customers by implementing library services designed for customers of all ages seeking popular materials and quick service.Provide readers advisory, reference assistance and adult programming.Design engaging displays and participate in merchandising of the entire collection.Participate in community outreach and collection maintenance activities.Communicate effectively about issues and initiatives with customers, staff and administration. ... Read More
Posted May 29, 2019
Librarian
Douglas County Libraries at Castle Pines, CO
Douglas County Libraries elevates our community byinspiring a love of reading, discovery and connection.
The Librarian position is responsible for planning, coordinating and implementing library services, programs and outreach within the library and for the community. This positiontakes ownership of the customer experience by embracing new technologies, modifying the collection to meet patron needs; providing professional library reference and reader's advisory services, conducting in-depth research, locating materials and managing accounts; instructs patrons in the use of resources across formats and platforms. The Librarian position leads and supports the District's mission and core values. Work is performed with considerable independent judgment and initiative.
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Posted May 29, 2019
Patron Services Technician, Adult Services
Douglas County Libraries
Douglas County Libraries at Highlands Ranch, CO
Douglas Counties Libraries elevates our communityby inspiring a love of reading, discovery and connection.
The Patron Services Technician, Adult Services, performs a variety of patron contact duties including actively assisting patrons with finding library materials and with using the catalog, assisting patrons with self-directed activities, handling all circulation duties, shelving library materials, and maintaining displays; providing readers services, as well as contributing to collection merchandising, programming and outreach. Patron Services Technician staff members are usually the first point of contact for patrons and exhibit excellent customer service while performing all work duties. Work is performed under general supervision.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Creates positive experienc ... Read More
Posted May 29, 2019
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Complete a PPLD online application located at ppld.org/Jobs at the Application Tab
Attachments should be submitted online in the following file types: .doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .pdf, .htm
Requires resume and cover letter. Applications will not be considered without a resume and cover letter.
If you require an accommodation to complete your job application, please contact the Human Resources Office at (719) 531 - 6333, ext. 6086.
CLOSING DATE: Application materials must be received by June 17, 2019 at 9:59 p.m. MDT
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
All selected candidates…
are required to complete a Department of Homeland Security I-9 Form at the time of hire and must be able to provide acceptable documentation in order to verify his/her legal right ... Read More
Posted May 28, 2019
Librarian I/Cataloger Technical Services
Cumberland County Public Library & Information Center
Headquarters Branch
An employee in this position acts as primary assistant to the technical services manager; may regularly act as Person-in-Charge in absence of department manager. Responsible for overseeing the general workflow of the department's acquisitions and processing duties, tracking outstanding orders, and supervising, scheduling & training all Administrative Support Specialists in the department.
• Copy bibliographic records (various formats) from OCLC (Online Computer Library Center – a bibliographic repository for libraries around the world), apply locally established edits, assign Dewey Decimal classification number, and download into the library's ILS (Integrated Library System). • Manage orders on various vendor websites and download the orders into the ILS. Create manual ... Read More
Posted May 28, 2019
Position Summary: Operates in a diverse environment to help fulfill the Library’s mission by providing direct customer-focused public service, implementing programs, or participating in targeted activities for a designated age group or service area.
Essential Functions
Functions listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.
Provides excellent customer service and maintains a courteous, positive image of the Library; maintains confidentiality in all customer and staff interactions.
Provides direct public services to customers as they visit the library, call on the telephone, or communicate in a virtua ... Read More
Posted May 24, 2019
Do you want to be a Director, running your own mini-library on wheels? Learn all aspects of being a director in your Mobile Kingdom (it’s a bookmobile). Head out on the highway in beautiful Northeast Colorado servicing Yuma, Kit Carson, Phillips, Washington and Logan counties. Housed in friendly Wray, CO., the Northeast Colorado Bookmobile Service is accepting applications for the Director position. As Director you will: organize, supervise and direct all functions for daily operation of the Bookmobile; prepare a budget and keep financial records; and, as the Head staff member of three, you will report to a board. Further, you’ll experience firsthand the supportive director community in Colorado through participation with other directors.This position makes a true difference in the liv ... Read More
Posted May 24, 2019
Action Staffing Solutions is seeking a contract Librarian to provide on-site technical support to Bureau of Land Management.
The Contractor shall conduct the following work in support of the BLM Library:
Manage library website and science website.
Performed in coordination with and in support of BLM Digital Services Librarian.
Develop content and layout for BLM Library website and BLM science website. Content development may include writing copy, managing and uploading files, preparing instructional materials, and researching and developing subject guides.
Build pages and add content in designated content management system(s), ensuring Section 508-compliance and maintaining best practices for user experience.
Monitor sites for outdated or incorrect information and correct as ne ... Read More
Posted May 24, 2019
The Reference & Archives Librarian will provide library reference services to students, faculty, and staff at the research help desk. Additionally, the librarian will develop, promote, and deliver engaging information literacy instruction primarily at the Littleton campus with occasional travel to the Parker and Castle Rock campuses. Additional duties include managing the Archives Collection, staying current on library best practices and trends, being actively involved in assessment, performing interlibrary loan duties, and maintaining the Reserve Collection. The evening librarian is responsible for meeting patron needs and following closing procedures as the staff person in charge. This position reports to the Director of the Library & Learning Commons.
The Library and Learning ... Read More
Posted May 24, 2019
Teen Services Librarian - Belmar Library and Kids and Families Librarian - Golden Library
Jefferson County Public Library
Lakewood and Golden
Do you deliver a high level of customer service? Do you want to create and present programming to library patrons? Are you inspired to provide dynamic leadership in teen services or children's programming, subject matter mentoring for staff, and proactive community outreach? If you are a dynamic, customer-focused, forward-thinking individual with an aptitude for technology who enjoys serving the public, then one of these full time positions may be the job for you!
We have 2 full time Librarian positions available:
Belmar Library - Teen Services Librarian
Golden Library - Kids and Families Librarian
Provide holistic library service and create a positive, inviting atmosphere for all patrons.
Handle the most difficult patron questions by utilizing complex research skills.
Be a lib ... Read More
Posted May 24, 2019
What You'd Do
Create lifelong library customers by implementing library services designed for customers of all ages seeking materials and quick service. Provide advisory and reference assistance while roving the building and at stationary service points. Provide adult programming. Design engaging displays and participate in merchandising of the entire collection. Participate in community outreach and collection maintenance activities. Develop additional skills by working collaboratively across Central Library departments. Communicate effectively about issues and initiatives with customers, staff and administration. ... Read More
Posted May 23, 2019
The Garfield County Public Library District is seeking a full-time (40 hours per week) Circulation Coordinator to join our talented team at theRifle Branch Library.
This position is responsible for training and supporting library staff in performing basic circulation functions (i.e., check-in, check-out, holds, claims, notices, etc.); managing the circulation desk, overseeing the use of public computers, and scheduling the staff at the library. This position works closely with the Branch Manager and supports the Branch Manager's goals and expectations. As a member of the District’s Circulation team, the Circulation Coordinator is responsible for understanding and enforcing all District policies and procedures, and supporting the Library District’s mission, vision and values. T ... Read More
Posted May 23, 2019
This is a one-year, Librarian I position. Masters of Library Science/ Information Science degree or the ability to obtain one in six months from position closing from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association is required. The candidate will perform a variety of professional librarian functions, with a focus on adult collection development for various formats. In addition to collection development, the candidate will provide referenceand advisory services, act as the Person in Charge and participate in all levels of library work. ... Read More
Posted May 23, 2019
Come join our team. The Eugene Public Library Foundation (EPLF) is seeking a self-starter with good community relations, organizational, and managerial skills to serve as the full-time Executive Director (ED). The Executive Director carries out Foundation goals and raises funds for the library and for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library of Eugene program, collaborates with Eugene Public Library staff and City of Eugene staff and officials to ensure the EPLF mission is consistent with goals and needs of the library. The ED is responsible for the Foundation’s financial management, stewardship and development, and administration of policies and procedures. Our community and Board require respect for diverse cultures, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and religious beliefs.
Lead. The E ... Read More
Posted May 22, 2019
We are seeking a self-starter with good community relations, organizational, and managerial skills to serve as the full-time Executive Director (ED) of the Eugene Public Foundation (EPLF). The Executive Director executes Foundation goals and raises funds for the library and for the Dolly Parton Imagination Library of Eugene program. When appropriate and necessary, the ED collaborates with Eugene Public Library staff and City of Eugene staff and officials to ensure the EPLF mission is consistent with goals and needs of the library. The ED is responsible for the Foundation’s financial management, stewardship and development, and administration of policies and procedures. Our community and Board require respect for diverse cultures, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and religious belief ... Read More
Posted May 22, 2019
Want to inspire people and make a difference in the community?Have a desire to engage patrons in literacy and lifelong learning?Apply for our Programming Librarian position at the Ladd Library.
This full-time, benefitted position will focus on engaging, interactive programming for all ages with a focus on technology, job skills, and intergenerational experiences. Areas of focus for the first year include:
Create and implement Saturday Programming – to build usage on newly opened Saturday hours, develop and present programming every Saturday. These programs will vary in target audience – many/most being intended for intergenerational audiences, but selected programs also intended to attract specific audiences.
Library-led Adult Programming – create an ongoing series o ... Read More
Posted May 22, 2019