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Resource Sharing & Collections Maintenance Unit Manager

Oregon State University

Corvallis campus

A career opportunity is available at Oregon State University Libraries and Press (OSULP). We are seeking a highly motivated person to oversee the effective management of our Resource Sharing & Collections Maintenance Unit. Reporting to the Resource Acquisitions & Sharing Director, you will: support, develop, and mentor an amazing staff; provide leadership in evaluating, recommending, and implementing new technologies and service models in resource sharing and collection maintenance; maintain, customize, and trouble shoot software; and ensure access to and maintenance of the physical collection. You will also have the opportunity to work collaboratively with other libraries, consortial groups (such as Orbis Cascade Alliance and Greater Western Library Alliance), vendors, and, most i ...

System Engineer

Whatcom County Library System

Rural library district

The Whatcom County Library System is accepting applications for a full-timeSystem Engineerpositionin the IT Services department. The System Engineer administers, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains local and wide area networks, servers, software, and computer and telecom equipment; provides technical support to all library staff as a member of the WCLS IT Services department; loads operating systems and other software on servers; trains staff on how to best utilize computer technologies; and performs other duties as assigned. Requires Associates Degree in a technology-related field and three or moreyears’ relevant experience or equivalent combination, excellent interpersonal skills, and the ability to speak and understand English. Full time position. $4,197 per month,plus excellent ...

Assistant Branch Manager

Whatcom County Library System

Rural library district

The Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) seeks an energeticAssistantBranch Managercommitted to excellent customer service for the LyndenLibrary. The AssistantBranch Managerassists the branch manager in overseeing the operations of the branch library, assists patrons by providing a high level of customer service in a complete range of patron services including reference and readers’ advisory services, supervises page and custodial staff, and performs other related duties. Requires Associate’sdegree, threeyears or more relevant experience, or equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education and experience, and a fun and innovative attitude. Full-time position, with competitive salary and excellent benefits.Apply by Saturday, January 21.Full posting and application instructi ...

Senior Public Services Librarian for Early Learning

Fort Vancouver Regional Library

Cascade Park Community LIbrary, 600 NE 136th Ave, Vancouver, WA

Fort Vancouver Regional Library District (FVRL) is seeking qualified applicants for a full time (40 hours per week)Public Services Librarianopening at our Cascade Park Community Library. This is a great opportunity to work at a beautiful facility in a fast-growing neighborhood of Southwestern Washington. This librarian will balance their time between assisting patrons in the library and facilitating outreach and programs for patrons of all ages with a focus on adult services. Examples may include: Meals on Wheels, Citizenship Classes, special projects (Raising of America), etc. This position has both the autonomy to coordinate programs on a branch level as well as the support from district departments to implement district-wide programs. As an employee of FVRL, you will make a positive i ...

Children's Librarian

Banning Library District

Banning, CA

Are you a creative, tech-savvy, self-starter looking for an opportunity to use your skills to develop an Early Literacy Center. If you are a visionary leader who would like to become part of our team of educators, then we are interested in talking to you. To build our Children’s Education Center you need the following: Programming from pre-school through elementary that integrates technology Provide reference and readers’ advisory for children, parents and educators Prepares reading lists and reference guides both in print and online Maintain children’s website Creates displays and promotional material Promotes Children’s Center by speaking at schools and community organizations Selects material for acquisition and withdraws material Knowledge of literatur ...

Children's Librarian

Banning Library District

Banning, CA

Are you a creative, tech-savvy, self-starter looking for an opportunity to use your skills to develop an Early Literacy Center. If you are a visionary leader who would like to become part of our team of educators, then we are interested in talking to you. To build our Children’s Education Center you need the following: Programming from pre-school through elementary that integrates technology Provide reference and readers’ advisory for children, parents and educators Prepares reading lists and reference guides both in print and online Maintain children’s website Creates displays and promotional material Promotes Children’s Center by speaking at schools and community organizations Selects material for acquisition and withdraws material Knowledge of literatur ...

Library Aide I/II

City of Arcadia

Arcadia

The City of Arcadia is seeking enthusiastic, motivated and service-oriented individuals to perform a wide variety of routine, technical, and clerical duties in support of various sections of the library. Responsibilities of each Position:Library Aide I - Under immediate supervision:-Sorts and shelves books, and other materials alphabetically and numerically for different sections, which includes Adult, Teen and Children; straightening shelves and loose books.-Shelves magazines and newspapers for reference and circulation.-Operates office machines, provides customer service by assisting patrons.-May include assisting supervisor with ongoing projects in various sections of the library.-Pick up and delivers library materials from bins to library.-Performs other related duties and responsibil ...

Library Aide I/II

City of Arcadia

Arcadia

The City of Arcadia is seeking enthusiastic, motivated and service-oriented individuals to perform a wide variety of routine, technical, and clerical duties in support of various sections of the library. Responsibilities of each Position:Library Aide I - Under immediate supervision:-Sorts and shelves books, and other materials alphabetically and numerically for different sections, which includes Adult, Teen and Children; straightening shelves and loose books.-Shelves magazines and newspapers for reference and circulation.-Operates office machines, provides customer service by assisting patrons.-May include assisting supervisor with ongoing projects in various sections of the library.-Pick up and delivers library materials from bins to library.-Performs other related duties and responsibil ...

Senior Public Services Librarian for Early Learning

Fort Vancouver Regional Library

Vancouver Community Library

We have a great opportunity with Fort Vancouver Regional Library located at our downtown Vancouver Community Library. This Senior Public Services Librarian for Early Learning position focuses on library services, resources, outreach and programming for children ages 0-7 (birth to school age), including the involvement of their families and caregivers in the children’s development. The Librarian will partner with FVRL staff and outside organizations to deliver programs and services in our branches and community locations. The starting salary for this position is $48,090/annually. We offer an excellent benefits package including health benefits, Washington State PERS retirement and generous paid time off. For more information about the position, the District and complete instructions ...

Associate University Librarian

University of California Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

Lead the UCSB Library Scholarly Resources & Content Strategies programs and explore new strategies providing scholarly information to support research and teaching missions; increase the visibility of the Library’s distinctive collections and their research value; align resources with the UCSB’s campus’s teaching and research mission; and facilitate discovery and use of data created and published by UCSB researchers and scholars. The University of California, Santa Barbara, one of ten campuses of the University of California system, seeks a successful Associate University Librarian (AUL) who will provide leadership and program oversight of key programs and services committed to the activities of UCSB researches and scholars. The AUL will set library-wide policy for co ...

Library Director

Elko County

Elko

The Position Under general and policy direction of the Elko-Lander-Eureka County Library Systems Board of Trustees, serves as executive director of the library system pursuant to the Library System Board of Trustees by-laws and Nevada Revised Statute. The Library Director functions as the department head of the Elko-Lander-Eureka County Library System. The incumbent is an “at-will” employee serving at the pleasure of the Board of Trustees. The Library Director: Assumes full management responsibility for all library services and activities including program development, materials acquisition, and general administration. Manages the development and implementation of the Library’s goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for each service area; establishes, within E ...

Community Librarian

Santa Clara County Library District

Campbell, CA

The Santa Clara County Library District seeks a Community Librarian to plan, organize, direct and control activities and operations of a Community Library under the direction of the Deputy County Librarian. Responsibilities include facility operations, budget, directing other supervisors, and working with library support groups. A Community Librarian is part of a management team for the entire district that helps formulate policy and participates in short and long-range planning for the library system. Current vacancies are at the Cupertino Library and at the Morgan Hill Library. ...

Outreach and Community Partnership Director

Fort Vancouver Regional Library

Headquarters

Outreach and Community Partnership Director - Headquarters The Outreach and Community Partnership Director will shape the future of this exceptionally well-supported institution through creating a sustainable model for outreach and partnerships that will extend library services to everyone in our region. This person will be involved in the day-to-day management of the Coordinators for Programming, Outreach and Reference, as well as serving as a member of the District’s Administrative Team. This position requires someone who can work with autonomy as well as collaboratively with others as needed to ensure successful results. The ability to evaluate and analyze activities is essential, as well as the capacity to provide leadership to others and a vision for outreach services in the ...
This is a part-time, at-will position with benefits. The City of Arcadia is currently seeking a responsible, service-oriented Library Technician I to perform a full range of general clerical and administrative functions for Children’s Services. Under immediate supervision, the Library Technician I will:•Answer directional and basic informational questions at the public service desk;•Explain and demonstrate library policies, procedures and facilities to patrons;•Type, sort, duplicate, and file documents and other materials;•Maintain a variety of records;•Operate a variety of office machines including computers, laminator, cash registers, and copiers;•Assist patrons with the operation of computers and other equipment;•Assist in designing, planning, an ...

Senior Collection Management Librarian

PierceCounty Library System

Administrative Center and Library

Position Summary: Under the direction of the Collection Management Manager, plans, coordinates and supervises the daily operations of an assigned work group for the Pierce County Library System. Performs a variety of professional librarian functions related to selection, cataloging and management of library collections; leads and directs staff activities and workflow in assigned area, works collaboratively to carry out department and System plans and projects, and performs other specialized duties relative to area of assignment. Pay Grade: $5,156 - $7,138 per month, FLSA exempt, Union represented. Schedule: Forty (40) hours per week on a regular schedule. Schedule is9 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Schedule is subject to change. Must be able to work evenings and weekends, substitute for other staff a ...

Branch Manager - South Hill

Pierce County Library System

South Hill

Join a Library engaged in a community-driven facilities and services planning process and help create and deliver an innovative and exciting future to the residents of the beautiful Pacific Northwest. Leadership position responsible for effectively managing operations and activities of an assigned library location; participates in system-wide planning and projects; actively engages the community and ensures service aligns with local residents’ needs; oversees collection; interacts with and provides direct library services to customers. Successful candidate will have a vision and understanding of library service with an eye to both the future and the contemporary needs of the public; Will be customer-focused; an excellent communicator and supervisor; have a proven ability to lead ...

Branch Manager 1

Fort Vancouver Regional Library

Goldendale, WA

Fort Vancouver Regional Library is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Branch Manager 1 - Community Librarian. The successful applicant will provide leadership for and manage staff and operations in the smaller and mid-range sized branches and may also be responsible for multiple branches or service outlets. The position will provide a full range of patron assistance; support, plan and implement programs; and oversee the collections of the branch(s) and its outlets. The position will represent the branch(es) and library district in the assigned communities, building and sustaining positive community relationships. ...

Adult Services Librarian - Outreach

Pierce County Library System

Position Summary: Performs a variety of professional librarian functions on behalf of the Pierce County Library System; provides reference and community outreach services to the public; instructs customers in the use of library equipment and resources; participates in maintaining assigned collection materials; represents the Library to the community; and performs other specialized duties relative to area of assignment. Supervisory Relationships: Reports to a Department Director, Branch Manager, Senior Librarian; no supervisory responsibility is exercised. Essential Functions: Class specifications are intended to provide a descriptive list of the range of duties performed by employees in the class. Specifications are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Deliv ...

Library Director

Library Systems and Services

Moorpark, California

Manages with integrity, honesty and knowledge to promote the culture, values and mission of LS&S and creates thriving libraries in the heart of our communities. •Evaluate library environments and key operational indicators to identify problems, concerns, and opportunities for improvement. •Coaches library staff to help achieve operational goals. •Monitors and manages staffing levels. Seeks Regional Director input / Keeps Regional Director informed.•Develops the library team to deliver excellent customer service and patron experiences.•Evaluates and supports the performance of library staff. •Implements action plans that meet operational and organizational objectives. •Keeps current with library trends, issues and technology as well as political, econo ...

Library Director

Library Systems and Services

Medford, Oregon - Jackson County

Position: Library Director Location: Jackson County, OR (Office based in Medford, OR) Facility: Jackson County Library Serviceshttps://www.facebook.com/jclibraryserviceshttp://jcls.org/ Experience: Progressively responsible library management experience Education: MLS/MLIS Required Hours: Full Time / 40 hours Deadline: Open Until Filled / First review of applications will begin August 30, 2016. Responsibilities:• Ensure high quality, patron-service focus and orientation of the Jackson County Public Library• Oversee day-to-day library operations and scheduling • Supervise, train, and evaluate professional and paraprofessional staff• Manage exceptional collections, programming, services, and educational opportunities within the library and through community outreach ...

Library Director

City of Ketchikan

Ketchikan Public Library

You are invited to apply for the position of Library Director for the Ketchikan Public Library and to live in a Top 100 Small Arts Community, located in the gorgeous Inside Passage of Southeast Alaska. The Ketchikan Public Library has been an integral part of the community for 115 years, and the person hired for this position will have an exciting opportunity to promote a well-loved institution. About the position The Library Director provides leadership to and oversees operations of both the Ketchikan Public Library and the University of Alaska Southeast Ketchikan Campus Library. The Director reports directly to the City Manager and works with a nine-member Library Advisory Board to review library policies and strategic goals. The Director supervises the office manager, the Outreach and ...

Youth Services Librarian

Douglas County Public Library (NV)

Main Library

The Douglas County Public Library in northern Nevadais seeking an innovative, engaged, enthusiastic Librarian who is dedicated to literacy and learning, and whose approach to library service includes outstanding service, collaboration, flexibility, and a sense of humor. The Youth Services Librarian is responsible for programming and collections for children and teens. This position requires a Master's degree in Library and Information Sciences from an ALA-accredited program; AND one (1) year of professional library operations experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, certification, training and experience. Recent and upcoming graduates are encouraged to apply. ...

Library Branch Supervisor

Douglas County Public Library (NV)

Branch

The Douglas County Public Library is seeking a creative, energetic, and dedicated Librarian to supervise the Lake Tahoe Branch in beautiful Zephyr Cove, Nevada. The Branch Supervisor is responsible for supervising paraprofessional staff at a branch location and performing professional level work in any of several areas to include Reference, Circulation, Technical Services, Collection Development, and Automation/Systems; provides managerial assistance to the Director as required. This position requires a Master's degree in Library and Information Sciences from an ALA-accredited program; AND one (1) year of professional library operations experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, certification, training and experience. ...

Director of Library Services

Pend Oreille County Library District

District Office

 Provides leadership in the implementation of all library operations (including but not limited to reference, circulation, programming, collection management, volunteers, community outreach, and information technology.)  Plans, organizes and regularly evaluates a program of services that support the POCLD strategic vision.  Ensures POCLD staff development to include hiring, training, and evaluation.  Promotes and manages effective internal and external communications; identifies and pursues opportunities that promote the POCLD.  Develops and maintains positive relationships including with County and city governments, schools, Friends of the Library, and other community organizations and stakeholders.  Takes active lead role in the development of the District strategic pla ...

Library Director

City of Ketchikan

Ketchikan Public Library

You are invited to apply for the position of Library Director for the Ketchikan Public Library and to live in a Top 100 Small Arts Community, located in the gorgeous Inside Passage of Southeast Alaska. The Ketchikan Public Library has been an integral part of the community for 115 years, and the person hired for this position will have an exciting opportunity to promote a well-loved institution. About the position The Library Director provides leadership to and oversees operations of both the Ketchikan Public Library and the University of Alaska Southeast Ketchikan Campus Library. The Director reports directly to the City Manager and works with a nine-member Library Advisory Board to review library policies and strategic goals. The Director supervises the office manager, the Outreach and ...

County Librarian

Alameda County

Alameda County, CA

Please view the Alameda County Librarian brochure for complete information. Alameda County, an award-winning innovator, seeks its next County Librarian. The Alameda County Library provides innovative and creative library services to 564,695 County residents through ten branch libraries and outreach programs focused on youth, incarcerated individuals and populations with diverse literacy needs. The County is proud of the Library's commitment to 21st century technology, to reaching all its residents and to its partner cities and unincorporated areas. Recent accomplishments include “Tech It Out” programs providing training and access to technology solutions, “Hack the Future” events to develop creativity and innovation in young leaders, promotion of STEM education, an ...

Library Director

Elko-Lander-Eureka Library System

Elko, NV

Under general and policy direction of the Elko-Lander-Eureka County Library Systems Board of Trustees, serves as executive director of the library system pursuant to the Library System Board of Trustees by-laws and Nevada Revised Statute. The Library Director functions as the department head of the Elko-Lander-Eureka County Library System. The incumbent is an “at-will” employee serving at the pleasure of the Board of Trustees. The Library Director: Assumes full management responsibility for all library services and activities including program development, materials acquisition, and general administration. Manages the development and implementation of the Library’s goals, objectives, policies, and priorities for each service area; establishes, within Elko-Lander-Eur ...

Library Director

LS&S

Camarillo Public Library

LS&S is the premier and most respected provider of library management and data services to state and federal Government Agencies. We partner with our municipal clients to provide world class service and professional expertise; protecting their library investment. With a proven track record, we utilize a team approach - providing accountable, unique and responsive solutions to delight library users. With already over 80 locations across the United States, LS&S is on a rapid growth pattern with plans for expanding our business. The successful candidate will need: Innovation Management: to actively solicit and foster the ideas of others; evaluating their practical and creative merits as solutions to current and future problems, thereby improving the services valued by customers. St ...

Assistant Branch Manager

Whatcom County Library System

Ferndale

The Whatcom County Library System (WCLS) seeks an energeticAssistantBranch Managercommitted to excellent customer service for the Ferndale PublicLibrary. The AssistantBranch Managerassists the branch manager in overseeing the operations of the branch library, assists patrons by providing a high level of customer service in a complete range of patron services including reference and readers’ advisory services, supervises page and custodial staff, and performs other related duties. Requires Associate’sdegree, threeyears or more relevant experience, or equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education and experience, and a fun and innovative attitude. Full-time position, with competitive salary and excellent benefits.Apply by Saturday, June 11. Full posting and application in ...

Associate Librarian

Northcentral University

Online

Join the Team of a Premier Online Graduate Level University and… Imagine Yourself at a Higher Degree. At Northcentral University (NCU), we strongly believe that our University is only as good as our team of staff, faculty and students around the world united by a commitment to excellence, innovation, diversity and accountability. We celebrate personal and professional growth and desire to see our team members fully realize and reach their potential. When you join the Northcentral team, you will enjoy a challenging, positive and fun work environment that promotes productivity, achievement and fulfillment. If you are passionate about making a difference and are ready to be challenged and inspired in your daily work as part of a growing, success-oriented company, then we want to ...