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In this role, you will contribute to meeting the Metadata Services Department’s goals by responding flexibly and imaginatively to the evolving demands placed on the Department. At the core of your responsibilities will be to add, update, and maintain bibliographic records for e-books in the OCLC database and in the libraries' catalog, both individually and using batch processes. Additional primary responsibilities will include retrieving, editing, and batchloading files, copy cataloging, and catalog database maintenance. You may also assist the Access and Discovery unit with troubleshooting access and ownership issues for e-books. E-book Batch Loading Identify, evaluate, retrieve, batch edits, and batch load MARC records to the catalog from various sources including OCLC WorldSha ...

Reese Library, on the Summerville Campus of Augusta University in Augusta GA, has a position opening for the Assistant Director of Reference and Education Services. The person in this position will manage activities of the Reference and Education Services Department, including supervision and evaluation of both staff and faculty personnel. Responsibilities include participating in information literacy-centered instruction, serving as a liaison librarian to one or more academic units, acting as the Coordinator of the Federal Depository Library Program, and actively engaging in scholarship, service, and professional development. ...

Red Rocks Community College seeks applications for a full time Access Librarian to join our Instructional Services team! Position Summary:This position exists to manage the essential functions of the Library Access Desk, including supervising student library assistants, and managing the library’s electronic resources. Description of Position: Manage Access Desk:Writes, revises, and implements circulation policies and procedures. Manages course reserves textbook service. Maintains the collection of electronic equipment provided for checkout, including laptops, tablets, and calculators. Maintains student, faculty, and staff library accounts and data that provide access to resources as well as library-specific data in the college accounting system. Collaborates with campus IT to en ...

Library Page (2 Positions) Role:Returns library materials to shelves and checks in returned materials. Enables 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. E30% - CIRCULATION – Checks in returned materials and sorts and routes the materials to their proper location in order prepare materials for shelving. E15% - SHELF READING & SHIFTING – Reads the order of materials on the shelves by checking for correct Dewey decimal or alphabetical order, shifts and straightens materia ...

OutreachLibrarian Role: Coordinates outreach programming, networks with community agencies and organizations, provides library services, and acts as a staff resource. Major Duties and Responsibilities: 40% - OUTREACH PROGRAMMING – Works with Outreach Manager, Library Manager, and Community Relations & Marketing staff in identifying relevant programs and outreach events; works in partnerships with outside agencies to promote use of library services; uses project management and outcomes based planning and evaluation tools to develop and access events that fulfill target audience needs and networks with community agencies and businesses. Delivers programs and trainings to audiences within the library district in person or via online tools. E 30% - COMMUNITY NETWORKING ...

Role: 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: 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 navigating the Internet; and passes the patron on to a Librarian for further assistance beyond the efforts required of a reference interview. E 15% - OUTREACH PROGRAMMING – Plans informative and entertaining programs and outreach events such as school visits and computer classes for patrons by identifying and accessing audiences, recr ...

As a member of the Resource Acquisitions and Sharing (RAS) department, the Library Technician 3 (LT3) is responsible for responding to patrons’ purchase requests and licensing questions, and working with vendors to acquire library resources in various formats (i.e., print and electronic books, streaming videos, and other media) in a timely basis. They are responsible for placing orders using various vendor platforms, paying for and reconciling accounts, claiming orders, and addressing system problems with the appropriate company or department. The LT3 is also responsible for maintaining accurate records in the library’s ILS and working with other units to ensure content is accessible to patrons. They will be expected to cross-train, participate in and/or lead projects, in order ...

JOB SUMMARY Initiates, plans and conducts informative and entertaining programs and outreach events to encourage the use of the library by people of all ages, primarily middle school-aged children as well as young children and their caregivers. Drives the Bookmobile or a personal vehicle to locations within the community to assist patrons with information requests, material check in and out, and programming. Performs a variety of library tasks that contribute to the successful running of the Mobile and Outreach Services Department. Work is generally well-defined and performed under indirect supervision. Position functions independently on routine Bookmobile work as well as program planning. Assist other employees with routine or unusual tasks that may require the use of new approaches o ...

The Montana State University Library seeks an individual who has experience with collection development and acquisitions in an academic library. Reporting to the Head of Collection Access and Technical Services (CATS) and collaborating with librarians, faculty, and library staff, the Collection Development Librarian manages allocation and expenditures of the materials budget and associated endowments. The Collection Development Librarian provides leadership and expertise to Montana’s consortium of academic libraries (TRAILS) on potential shared purchases and serves as the primaryTRAILScontact on collection issues. As a member of theCATSdepartment, the Collection Development Librarian supervises the work of staff members as appropriate and collaborates with the Electronic Resources ...

Position Summary The Assistant Director of Facilities & Operations is responsible for the overall management of University Libraries facilities, including the Anderson Academic Commons (AAC), the Bonfils Stanton Music Library in the Newman Center, and the off-site Hampden Center (HC) storage facility. The HC is a specialized facility that provides high-density storage and climate-controlled spaces for the Libraries collections, including archival materials, rare books, as well as art and other objects requiring preservation. Reporting to the Director of Business and Operations forUniversity Libraries, this position supervises the AAC Building Coordinator and HC Supervisor, and liaises with several campus entities, including the Department of Facilities Management & Planning, Campu ...

The City and County of Broomfield is currently accepting applications for the part-time position of Patron Services Associate in the Children's Library. This part-time position is generally scheduled 28 hours/week and is eligible for group health insurance. Schedule will vary and include days, evenings and weekends. We are a busy Family Place Library that is a community destination for families to play and learn together. We have a central focus on early literacy, but we serve all children from birth - 12 years and their parents or caregivers. This position will spend the majority of their time on our busy reference desk. A rewarding position you will love: Make a positive impact on the lives of children and families. Promote a positive public image to patrons and teammates through ...

The University of Kansas Medical Center seeks flexible, team-oriented, and collaborative candidates for the position of Health Sciences Librarian, School of Medicine Liaison (SOM). This Health Sciences Librarian position provides education and research services for the SOM, including teaching faculty, researchers, students, and clinicians. Through individual consultations, project leadership, and team-based instruction, this position fosters academic excellence and evidence-based practice. The position contributes to the University Medical Center’s vision for discovery and research through expert literature searches and by participating in the systematic review program. The Research & Learning team works in a highly collaborative environment and we are looking for innovative and ...

Position works directly with offenders in a state correctional facility.Primary job duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: The position is responsible for providing library services to adult offenders of diverse physical and mental abilities; Answer patron requests for information, determine where to locate the desired information and execute a search.Provide reader's advisory service to offenders and staff.Provide instruction to offenders on information literacy and library skills.Receive requests, prepare orders, and deliver materials to offenders in segregation/diagnostic units who cannot visit the library.Inform patrons about availability of interlibrary loans; screen requests for appropriateness; instruct patrons in loan procedures; search incoming books from ...

Essential Duties Be a leader among the Pages, trainand work collaboratively with fellow Pages - your efforts impact how easilyour patrons find items on library shelves. Help with overseeing the daily shelving work of volunteers. Help determine daily priorities and recommend best practices for materials processing and back room functions of the library. We circulate over 7 million items each year! Be ready for the physicality of the position - sort, shelve, and organize materials with frequent standing, lifting,carrying, kneeling, and reaching. Assist Operations Supervisor with scheduling. Provides exceptional customer service by being welcoming and friendly. Assists patrons by answering directionalquestions and locating materials. Occasionally help patrons at the self-check. Tro ...

You’re the essence of the customer’s experience at the library. You greet people with a smile and welcome them into our library. You enrich people’s lives through meaningful dialogue about our products and services. You earn trust by being knowledgeable about our products and making recommendations that connect with the customer. You help our library customers find the fuel and the spark to unlimited ideas and opportunities. Ready to join in a bold opportunity to help us take community library services to an entirely new dynamic realm? Who you are: You are warm and friendly, and you just like helping people. You’re outgoing – you love letting people know what’s new and happening. You engage well with others and are passionate about providing an ex ...

The Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services is seeking a librarian to join our team as the Digital Resources Coordinator. Duties include performing complex responsibilities in the planning, development, and coordination of digital resources on a statewide basis; evaluating digital resources and their use through collaboration with libraries and consortia; planning and implementing training on digital resources and related technology topics; coordinating, developing and implementing social media and online content for the promotion of resources and agency services; and participating in the planning, development and implementation of a statewide digital library. Other duties include performing complex professional duties in the delivery of library, information and consultant ...

Director, Town and Country Public Library District (Chicago area) The Town and Country Public Library District, located in Elburn, Illinois, seeks a dynamic leader to serve as Director. This is an excellent opportunity to lead a well-run library with friendly staff, a supportive library board, and residents who appreciate the best in community library service. For more information and to apply for this opportunity, please visit johnkeister.com/tcpld We welcome and encourage inquiries. Salary $80,000/year or higher, negotiable based on experience. For full consideration, please apply by January 15, 2019 John Keister & AssociatesExecutive Search for [email protected] ...

The Kraemer Family Library at the University of Colorado Colorado Springs seeks applications from student-focused, innovative librarians for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor or associate professor rank for Faculty Director of Instructional and Research Services. This position is responsible for managing and developing the library’s research services and leading a team of librarians who develop teaching methods and online learning tools for course-integrated instruction in both traditional and online courses. Other responsibilities include collection development and liaison responsibilities for selected academic departments; participation on the library leadership team; participation in library policy formulation; university and professional service; research and cre ...

In this role, you will play an essential role in furthering the University Libraries’ mission by supporting and communicating the resources, services, and achievements of the Libraries. You will develop, support, and help coordinate the Libraries’ communications and marketing materials and special projects, working collaboratively with Outreach, Web Governance, and the Communications Working Group to promote and advance our Libraries to students, faculty, and the larger community.The Libraries Communications Specialist is a full-time university staff position, reporting to the Communications Manager in the Administration Department of the University Libraries. Your key responsibilities will be: Research, write, and edit timely news stories for web publications, mailings, ne ...

OVERALL JOB OBJECTIVE: Under limited supervision, to catalog library materials in all formats for the circulating and reference collections using nationally established standards, with an emphasis on original cataloging; to set in-house library cataloging policy and act as advisor and knowledge base for Boulder Public Library and Flatirons Library Consortium cataloging staff and all cataloging-related functions and processes; to manage special cataloging or processing projects and get them completed within specified timeframes; to aid the manager in strategic planning for the department; and to supervise the department in the absence of the manager. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides primarily original and some copy cataloging for all formats of library materials, using a thoroug ...

Position works directly with offenders in a state correctional facility.Duties include but are not limited to: Plan, coordinate and supervise general library services at multiple libraries according to accepted correctional library practices and principles. Compose and revise library operating procedures, schedules, and posted operational rules to ensure offender access to library services; Provide reader's advisory and reference services to assist offenders and staff in selection and use of library materials. Provide outreach services to offenders in segregation and/or special needs areas who are unable to visit the library personally; Prepare unit budget request with justification; manage library budget, keeping accurate fiscal records. Maintain all library records. Keep monthly u ...

Job title: Wrangler: part product placement, part inventory control, part display technicianBusiness Unit: Branch ServicesPay Range: $10.35 per hourJob Class: Part-time, non-exempt Job description: We are changing the way people think about libraries, but our products are still the cornerstone of our operation. You will be in charge of ensuring our books, media and music are out on our shelves, ready to be picked up by our library customers. You will be refreshing displays and making sure the materials are in their correct locations. Ready to join in a bold opportunity to help us take community library services to an entirely new dynamic realm? Who you are: You are organized, detail-oriented, and keep things in tip-top order. You can’t rest until everything is put away; quite ...

Do you love libraries? Are you enthusiastic about promoting multiculturalism? We are seeking a highly motivated and dynamic professional to join the expert team of Information Service and Intercultural librarians. Location: Eloise May, 5430 1471 S Parker Rd, Denver, CO 80231 Reports to: Manager Supervises: 0 Position: 20 hours, part-time; non-exempt. Pay Rate: $20.58-$25.75 Role: Assists patrons with advanced search and advisory needs; develops library programs and services for multicultural patrons and provides ideas for developing New Americans Collection. Major Duties and Responsibilities: 30% LIAISON - Liaisons with ECC volunteers and ESL teachers, provides library tours and class visits, liaisons with multicultural community groups and facilitates partnerships with other ...

The Rhode Island Office of Library and Information Services, RI's state library agency, is seeking a librarian to join our team as the State Data Coordinator. Duties include collecting, verifying and analyzing data collected through the public library annual survey and other data collection instruments, submitting collected data to the federal government, creating, writing and publishing statistical reports and analyses in physical and digital format, and evaluating and implementing sophisticated data collection tools in an online environment.Other duties include performing complex professional duties in the delivery of library, information and consultant services on a statewide basis, especially in the area of public library construction and assisting in the planning and development of pr ...

SALARY: $51,689 minimum yearly HOURS: 40 hours per week, FLSA exempt; may include occasional nights and weekends EDUCATION: ALA/MLS with a minimum of three years of experience in a public library and supervisory experience. PRE-EMPLOYMENT TESTING IS REQUIRED. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Develops objectives and key results for the branch, stays informed of the needs and interests of all ages, and ensures creative and innovative programs that meet the needs of the local community Participates in the interview and selection process for all branch staff Oversees daily functions of the library including scheduling, building and security needs, patron interactions, and library procedures Sets standards for the branch to provide superior customer service when assisting patrons of all a ...

The Statewide Collaborative Programming Coordinator is a full time position within the Colorado State Library. The position is open to experienced information professionals with strong project management, technical and facilitation skills. Candidates should be passionate about exploring and supporting cooperative programming and resource sharing initiatives within the Colorado library and cultural heritage communities. A strong desire to make order out of chaos is also a plus, bringing together isolated items/initiatives into larger shared systems, be it technological solutions or through outreach and communications. The ideal candidate should possess the following skills: Proven proficiency in project management, communication and outreach activities. Experience creating written proc ...

Research Librarian I - American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees Department: Research & Collective Bargaining Location: Washington, D.C. Grade: United Staff Union — Grade 8 Salary: Starts at $72,447 Benefits: List of benefits This position is responsible for providing information and research services to union staff and leadership. The ideal candidate will be adept at: selecting and distributing news and other relevant information for a targeted audience, researching, analyzing, and disseminating information from diverse sources in response to patron requests, contributing to the management, organization, and assessment of the library collection, and providing outreach and instruction services for users of the Information Center. Duties: Curates and a ...

Position Overview: The Logan School Librarian is primarily responsible for the day to day operation and maintenance of the school’s library and information systems including but not limited to: assisting kids ages 4.5-14 with research and book selection, maintaining the library database, checking out books and technology to faculty and staff and teaching Information Toolkit to students ages 8-12. Essential Functions: Manage and maintain the Logan School’s library of books and technology resources Purchase, catalog, shelve, and weed fiction, non-fiction, and staff collections Work with teachers to make sure the library has the resources necessary for their classes, including databases, periodicals, book group sets, AV equipment Find relevant materials for teachers when ...

The Researcher Support Services Student Assistant will engage in activities related to researcher support, collection development, and online research guides as well as other opportunities related to the day-to-day operations of a large academic library. Every employee of the library is expected to treat others, and in return be treated, with respect and dignity. Withdraw or transfer material from collections Assess use of government publications and reference material to assist with weeding Update catalog records for missing and/or improperly cataloged items Assist with the assessment of collection development Review, update, and create online research guides usingLibGuidessoftware Lead research workshops Develop online tutorials to support research workshops Process gift collec ...

The Florence-Lauderdale Public Library Board of Directors seeks a creative and engaging Library Director who will put patrons first through innovative services for the community and by equipping the staff with the tools and support to provide those services. The Library is well-supported by a population of 90,000 county residents in a 40,000 sq. ft. building with a dedicated staff (18 FTE) through a budget of $1.3 million. Funding is primarily provided by the city and county along with the generous support of the Library’s Foundation and the Friends of the Library. Opportunities include: representing the Library externally to community stakeholders and further developing the Library’s alternative revenue streams. Responsibilities include: developing long and short-term goals f ...