12 Library Administration, Librarian jobs

Job LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXEMPLIFY OUR COLLEGE VALUES: Communications : We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them.  Excellence : We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission.  Inclusiveness : We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together.  Integrity : We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions.  People : We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.   Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION:  To assist library patrons concerning the use of library computer hardware, software, and peripherals. To ensure hardware and software are in good operating condition in cooperation with ISS. Additionally, Library Technicians are responsible for all duties of the Library Information (Circulation) Desk.   Receives general supervision from the Information Desk Supervisor and exercises no direct supervision.      Spring/Fall Semester REGULAR WORK HOURS: Monday-Thursday 8:30a -1:00pm or similar Summer Work Hours: Weekday mornings and Friday 9:00a-1:00pm – to be agreed upon with supervisor   Note :  This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position. WORKING CONDITIONS :    Desk work, occasional field trips e.g. for college or program activities.  Insignificant effort other than normal movement.  Minimal Hazard/Exposure:  Standard receptionist's office setting.  At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.   Minimum qualifications & Requirements MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS : Education :    Associate degree or equivalent education and work experience. Experience :  More than 1-year experience in a professional work environment.   Supplemental information SELECTION CRITERIA : Knowledge of: 1) Operational characteristics of computer hardware, software, and operating systems; 2) correct English usage, grammar, spelling, and punctuation; 3) library experience. Skills in : 4) Intermediate to advance experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, etc.); 5) communicating effectively; 6) versatility; 7) professional presence; 8) customer service. Ability to : 9) Troubleshoot hardware and software problems; 10) perform a variety of tasks with speed and accuracy; 11) multi-task; 12) assist patrons in the use of library equipment and location of library materials; 13) communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; 14) understand and carry out both oral and written instructions; 15) interpret and apply departmental policies and procedures; 16) establish and maintain cooperative relationships with those contacted in the course of work.  

Governors State University seeks a visionary, collaborative leader to serve as the Dean of the Library. The Dean is the chief administrator of the University Library and reports directly to the Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs. The position is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced library administrator to lead the library faculty and staff, serve the students and faculty, and advance the mission and vision of one of Illinois’ public comprehensive universities. The Dean of the Library is a 12-month administrative position with responsibility for the organization, administration, operation, and evaluations of university library services, physical facilities, faculty, staff, collections and budget. The Dean mentors librarians who are part of the university’s unionized tenure-stream faculty, and supports their work with faculty colleagues across campus. Working with faculty and staff, the Dean enables the University Library to support the institutional mission by developing the library’s collections and services, supporting research and scholarship, engaging emergent technologies, and promoting and advocating for library programs that address the needs of students, staff, faculty, and the community. The Dean serves on the Deans Council. Convened by the Provost, the Council considers a broad array of areas including strategic initiatives, institutional effectiveness, budgeting, curricular and administrative issues, academic policies and college/Academic Affairs initiatives aimed at enhancing both faculty and student life on campus. As one of the administrators in Academic Affairs, the Dean provides leadership and contributes to academic and student services in close collaboration with Information Technology Services, Digital Learning and Media Design, and the Writing Center. Outside of the University, the Dean works closely with other Illinois public university deans as well as representing the Library in the community and region, and at the state and national levels. Governors State University is the only regional public comprehensive university in the Chicago Southland. It serves approximately 5,000 students annually. GSU provides accessible, high-value undergraduate and graduate education to culturally and economically diverse students. Founded in 1969, GSU underwent a major transition in 2014 from a non-residential upper-division and graduate only institution with the completion of its first residential facility and the admission of its inaugural cadre of first-year students. GSU students benefit from the university’s high academic quality, range of conventional, hybrid, and online offerings, and outstanding educational value. GSU seeks to become a national leader in transferring community college students to universities through the innovative Kresge Foundation supported Dual Degree Program. GSU offers accredited programs that have earned high praise from accrediting agencies, including several applied doctoral degrees in education and health care disciplines. Situated in the rapidly growing southern suburbs of Chicago, Governors State University enjoys a 750 acre campus that includes the acclaimed Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park and the Center for Performing Arts. The campus is set amidst vigorous suburban and business growth, with the vibrancy of the Chicago loop just 35 miles away. As the most rapidly developing area of Chicago, the Southland region offers a wide number of affordable housing options along with easy access to urban and rural settings and Lake Michigan activities.

Prairie View A&M University Librarian I (Reference and Instruction) Job Title Librarian I (Reference and Instruction) Agency Prairie View A&M University Department Library Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Prairie View, Texas Job Type Staff Job Description The Librarian I, under general supervision, performs tasks in Reference and Instruction areas within the library. Responsibilities: Prepare, develop, and teaching information literacy instruction sessions to users be it through face to face, online, to individuals, or to groups in a classroom. Collaborating with faculty to integrate information literacy and research instruction into courses and course assignments across the curriculum. Working effectively with students, faculty, staff and library patrons. Keeping up with library instruction trends and reference service in academic libraries. Participating in planning and delivering the Library's Information Literacy and Research Instruction programs, to include, the library orientation sessions for University College, Library Tours, conducting research instruction classes, developing website content, and print materials. Preparing online and physical instructional materials, including handouts, videos and LibGuides. Participate in assessing of information literacy and library instruction services. Providing research assistance and to library patrons, including students, faculty, staff, and community members. Working the Reference desk on average five to six hours per shift. Identifying and interpreting user needs. Providing reference to library patrons through telephone, texting, chat, and face-to-face. Staffing the reference desk as required. Assisting with locating resources and materials in all formats. Providing readers' advisory, and computer, database and referral services. Keeping up to date with the knowledge of effectively using library databases. Participating in planning face-to-face and virtual reference service. Compiling course guides and research guides. Helping to compile reference service statistics daily, monthly and yearly. Reviewing and selecting print and electronic materials for library acquisition for the reference department and your assigned liaison subject areas. Assisting with selecting and weeding of the reference collection and general collection. Serving as a liaison librarian to assigned department(s), college, or field of study. Assist in supervision of student work study and graduate assistants in the Reference and Instruction Department. Working a flexible schedule, including one night per-week and one Saturday per month. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others in the department and the library. Establishing and developing collaborative and productive working relationships with faculty, staff and students. Developing and participating in the library's outreach services. Participating and serving on Library, university, and/or library professional association committees. Attending meetings and assist with library events and programs at PVAMU. Pursuing opportunities for professional development, including workshops, conferences, seminars, and specialized training classes. Performing other duties as assigned. Required Education and Experience: Master of Science in Library Science (MSLS) or a Master of Library and Information Science (MLIS) degree from an American Library Association accredited program. No prior experience required. Preferred Experience: One to three years of experience working in an academic library. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Proficient reference skills, and information literacy instruction experience. Experience with use of current library ILS such as Sierra, and educational technologies desired. Ability to identify and interpret user needs at the reference desk, consultations and Research and Instruction classes Providing reference assistance to library patrons through telephone, texting, chat, and face-to-face. Undertaking collection development for reference materials and in an assigned subject areas. Assisting in the supervision of student work study and graduate student assistants. Ability to work a flexible schedule, including one night a week and one Saturday a month. Knowledge of library databases and MS suites. Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work with sensitive information and maintain confidentiality Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff and library patrons. Demonstrate strong teambuilding, organizational and customer service skills. Demonstrated ability and interest in new programming initiatives and outreach in an academic setting. Ability to work in a multicultural environment and on teams. Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Background in Physical Sciences (Physics, Chemistry) or Computer Science or Engineering. Proficient in conducting reference service in an academic library. Knowledge of and familiarity with new ACRL Framework for Information Literacy for Higher Education. Ability to effectively teach library instruction sessions to individuals and groups especially in Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Engineering . Experience creating, research guides, tutorials, and library instruction materials. Ability to use educational technologies in the classroom. Demonstrated skill with use of current library and educational technologies, and experience with software and hardware used in academic libraries. Must be able to demonstrate a strong commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. Serve as a member of intra-and-inter library committees, PVAMU campus committee organizations. Ability to participate in state and national level professional library conferences. Outreach to the various colleges and to diverse groups on campus. Excellent oral and written communication skills; excellent public service skills; demonstrated ability to work effectively with students, faculty, staff and library patrons. Experience doing Collection Development in Physics, Chemistry, Computer Science, or Engineering. Ability to learn new technologies and apply skills quickly. Ability to work independently and collaboratively. Licensing / Professional Certification: None. Physical Requirements: None. Other Requirements Work beyond normal office hours and/or work on weekends. Job Posting Close Date: 04/06/2020 Required Attachments: Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional. Cover Letter Resume or Curriculum Vitae Application Submission Guidelines: All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site. The required documents listed in the above Required Attachments section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process. Background Check Requirements: All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check. Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer committed to diversity. To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PVAMU_External/job/Prairie-View-PVAMU/Librarian-I_R-017617 About Us For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master’s degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service. PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit www.pvamu.edu. Your career opportunities with a “University of the first class” begins here! Prairie View A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer. If you need assistance in applying for this job, please contact (936) 261-1730. 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Job Title Part-Time Library Assistant Job Description Job Summary: The Part-Time Library Assistant is responsible for assisting Library staff with reference and information literacy workshops and updating the Library’s website. The assistant will gain insight into the day-to-day operations of an academic art library. This is a part-time, fixed-term position ending June 30, 2020. This position reports directly to Interim Director of Library Services. Location Los Angeles, CA (Westchester) Essential Duties Summary Responsibilities: • Provide reference support in person and via email. (Does not include weekend hours) • Update and create web-based materials for library instruction. • Teach information literacy workshops to undergraduate students. • Archive and migrate Library content, including annual reports, from the learning management system to new website. • Performs other related duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Qualifications: • Ability to conduct basic art and design research using bibliographic sources and citations. • Demonstrated knowledge in the areas of basic reference sources and reference practices. • Excellent oral and written communication skills. • Basic understanding of web design. • Proficient with LibGuides software and/or basic HTML coding is preferred. • Proficient in Mac and Windows operating systems and commonly used productivity software such as Microsoft Office and Adobe products. • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a culturally diverse environment. Preferred Qualifications   Physical Demands   Special Conditions for Eligibility   EEO Statement Otis College of Art and Design is an Equal Opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, physical disability, mental disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic which may be specified by law or college policy.  

The Atlanta University Center, Inc. - Robert W. Woodruff Library  supports the teaching, learning and scholarly missions of four of the institutions of higher learning that comprise the world’s largest consortium of HBCUs—Clark Atlanta University, the Interdenominational Theological Center, Morehouse College, and Spelman College.  Conveniently located and easily accessible to the campuses, the Woodruff Library is physically and academically at the hub of the intellectual and social life within the Atlanta University Center.  The Archives Research Center (ARC), a department of the Atlanta University Center Robert W. Woodruff Library has a rich collection documenting the African American experience, the African Diaspora and the institutional history of the AUC.  The extensive ARC collection of manuscript writings, books, personal papers, organizational and institutional records, and media supports research in education, literature, the arts, religion, politics and society and community empowerment.  The AUC Woodruff Library is the official custodian of the Morehouse College Martin Luther King Collection. The Atlanta University Center – Robert W. Woodruff Library is recipient of two Communicator Awards for print communication materials, the 2016 ACRL Academic Library of the Year among other recognitions. To continue our excellence in program and services, the library seeks a knowledgeable and engaging, customer focused individual to join our team. Position Summary: Reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, the Human Resources Director will provide executive level support and leadership of HR and the team responsible for development and delivery of services for purposes of regulatory compliance, the interpretation of relevant laws and the goal for excellence in the workplace and wellbeing of library employees.  Summary: Works in collaboration with the CEO and the CFO to set objectives for operations of the Human Resources Department; Supervises all HR personnel, motivating and developing team members on a regular basis; Works with executive leadership to develop organization’s strategic plan and department’s annual work plans; Serves as the HR compliance representative for the organization to include the conduct of audits, investigation of policy violations and risk management and workplace safety related issues and all IRS and employee law filings; Administers and maintains an accurate policy management system; Manages the administrative processes related to 403(b) plan; Collaborates with other members of the HR and Finance departments to conduct and implement organizational related procedures and processes; Assists with execution of organizational strategic projects as assigned; Serves as a member of the AUCC-Council of HR Directors; Serves as the Compliance officer to the Board of Trustees in support of the Whistleblower policy; Advocates for the privacy of employee records and facilitates efficient access to asset files in adherence with company policy and federal and state laws with regard to information security and management; Leads the employee development and performance management process including selection, management and evaluation of systems and related tools; Maintains HRIS system set-up and information to include testing and implementation of new systems and system upgrades; Compiles and provides analysis of compensation program and other HR related data for internal and external reporting; Manages the annual benefit renewal process and engagements with the benefit broker for presentation and approval by CEO; Oversees management of and employee communications about the benefits program for employees at all stages of engagement; Develops and presents the Human Resources annual budget; Works with executive leadership to identify and develop effective workforce strategies and personnel needs; Oversight of the talent acquisition (recruiting) process from position authorizations, postings, screenings, interviews and subsequent decision making relevant to hiring; Works with leadership as a gatekeeper for the organization with regard to workplace culture; Works with the HR team to manage the orientation and onboarding process for all new hires; Responsible for delivery of individual, supervisory, department or organization-wide training and recognitions; Manages the resolution of employee performance and/or employee relations issues or needs, and supports managers with execution of performance improvement plans; Maintains thorough knowledge of U.S. and Georgia employment law, labor laws and healthcare reform for direction and consultation with executive leadership; Participates in the payroll process ensuring adherence to processing procedures, checks and balances, and maintenance of payroll related systems and policies.

  Chemeketa Community College welcomes applications for a full-time YVC Library Circulation Technician. Position Summary Closing Date: Friday, March 06, 2020 Why Chemeketa? You would be challenged to find a college that matters more to its community than Chemeketa means to the residents of Oregon's Mid-Willamette Valley. If you can affirm our mission to provide opportunities for students to explore, learn, and succeed through quality educational experiences and workforce training, then Chemeketa will be a rewarding workplace to fulfill your potential and contribute your expertise. The Community We Serve Chemeketa Community College is the third largest post-secondary institution in Oregon, with approximately 29,000 students enrolled from a diversity of backgrounds. Chemeketa has seven locations, Salem campus, Yamhill Valley campus, Brooks Regional Training facility, Woodburn center, Polk center, Center for Business & Industry and Viticulture at Eola. Chemeketa's district encompasses nearly 2,700 square miles of the Mid- Willamette Valley and includes all of Marion, Polk, and most of Yamhill counties with a small portion of Linn County. About 465,000 citizens live in the district, with Salem, the capitol city of the state of Oregon, comprising the largest single concentration of citizens. Diversity We are a college community enriched by the diversity of our students, staff, and community members. Each individual and group has the potential to contribute in our learning environment. Each has dignity. To diminish the dignity of one is to diminish the dignity of us all.

Job no: 499335 Work type: Part-time Location: North Lake Work Schedule: Varies (No more than 19.5 hours per week) Working Title Administrative Clerk Job Title Code CCE Salary Level N01 Salary Range (Full-Time) $2,000.00 mo. - $2,300.00 mo. (dependent on experience and other considerations) Hourly Rate (Part-Time) $11.54 per hour Business Travel N/A FLSA Non-Exempt Position Type Staff Position Summary Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, operating office equipment and office procedures and guidelines. Hours Monday - Thursday 4:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m and Friday 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, operating office equipment and office procedures and guidelines.  The ability to plan, prioritize organize and accomplish assigned duties.  Interacts with people in a professional, open, honest and welcoming manner initiating a diverse working environment.  Gathers data and relies on others’ input when making decisions.  Good oral communication and writing skills to support interaction with individuals from diverse backgrounds.  Must have excellent customer services skills. Physical Requirements Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.  Occasionally may be required to lift and carry materials weighing up to 30 pounds. Minimum Knowledge and Experience High school diploma or GED equivalent.  No experience required .   *** Will be subject to a criminal background check. Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. *** Essential Duties and Responsibilities Performs office duties that include entering data, maintaining files, sorting mail, typing, filing, maintaining departmental records and documents.  Answers the telephone using a professional tone, routes calls, takes messages and responds to or directs inquiries.  Establish and maintain relationships with diverse, multicultural peers and contacts.  Ability to use mathematical skills and the ability to compute amounts using adding machine/calculator.  Operates office reproduction machines and capable of makes basic decisions when issues arise.  Identifies problems and involves others when seeking solutions.  Must complete required DCCCD Professional Development training hours per academic year.  Must have excellent communication skills and the ability to interact with diverse internal/external stakeholders and constituents within the DCCCD community network.  Performs other duties as assigned. The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position.  Incumbents may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Position requires regular and predictable attendance. Advertised: 10 Feb 2020 Central Standard Time Applications close: 24 Feb 2020 11:55 PM Central Standard Time

Director, Library and Learning Services Application Deadline: 3/5/2020 11:59 PM Pacific Representative Duties Under the direction of an appropriate educational administrator, plan, organize, coordinate, and manage the activities of the Library Media Center, Study Skills Center, Academic Tutoring Labs, Computer Lab, and other related learning services at Imperial Valley College. Manage and coordinate Library and Learning Resources programs, facilities, and operations; Provide direction for the learning resources and academic support programs in library services and information competency/literacy; Provide leadership for program review and budget needs in relation to learning outcomes; Supervise and evaluate a diverse faculty and staff in development and maintenance of programs and services; Oversee tutoring programs and all related duties. Develop tutoring and tutor training curriculum as appropriate; Work effectively and collaboratively with faculty, staff, and administrators in a participatory governance environment; Set priorities for various resources needs, provide program analysis and participate in strategic and long-range planning; Work collaboratively with other departments to address issues related to facilities management, technology, safety, and security as they relate to the library and learning services; Oversee special projects, grants and programs, as assigned; Recommend and participate in the development of policy, as necessary, for the District to implement, evaluate, augment, and respond to program and service needs; Chair or participate on hiring committees as assigned; ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and practices for the employment of faculty, staff, student workers and temporary employees; Manage personnel issues and adjudicate faculty, staff and student concerns; Recommend changes to maintain relevance of learning services programs; Direct and coordinate the introduction of new technologies; Perform related duties as assigned; Demonstrate sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. Please click here to view the full job description.   Minimum Qualifications Possession of a master's degree and one year of formal training, internship, or leadership reasonably related to the administrative assignment. AND Demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, culture, gender, sexual orientation, disability, and ethnic/racial backgrounds of community college students. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in Library Sciences or Library and Information Science. IMPORTANT: To be considered for the position applying for, applicants must submit the required items by the deadline, which include: online IVC application, current resume, and ALL unofficial transcripts (transcripts must show degree was awarded or conferred with a completion date). All attachments will be uploaded into the online application. Applications which do not include all of the required materials will not be forwarded to the screening committee for consideration. Materials submitted become property of the District and will not be returned, copied, or considered for other openings. Supplemental Information Initial salary placement is normally at Range 8 step 1. Initial placement may be negotiated at a higher step depending on experience and education. Please click here to review current salary schedule. EEO Information Imperial Valley College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against persons on the basis of race, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and expression, marital status, age, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, or covered veteran status.     Employer/employee paid medical coverage options, dental, vision, and life insurance. For additional information, click here (Download PDF reader) . Earned annual sick leave. Earned annual vacation leave for classified and confidential classified employees. Enrollment in a California Retirement System. 01 Please answer the following questions specifically and completely. These supplemental questions will be used with other application materials to screen applicants for interview. Applicants should submit at least one well-developed paragraph for each pf the supplemental questions. Answers should be thoughtful, substantive, carefully edited and may be much longer than one paragraph. If your response exceeds the maximum 600 character limit, you may continue your response by attaching an additional typed document. Please make sure to identify the questions by number. I have read and understand the above statements. Yes No 02 Supplemental Question A: Please describe what you consider to be the most important qualifications you have that would especially qualify you to fulfill the responsibilities of this position. 03 Supplemental Question B: What values or qualities would you bring to Imperial Valley College that would make a positive contribution to the campus? 04 Supplemental Question C: How would you ensure inclusiveness and diversity in your daily activities? Required Question To apply, visit https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/imperialedu/jobs/2688048/director-library-and-learning-services The Imperial Community College District is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and will implement a comprehensive program to put those principles into practice. It is the District's policy to ensure that all qualified applicants for employment and employees have full and equal access to employment opportunity, and are not subjected to discrimination in any program or activity of the District on the basis of ethnic group identification, race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, gender identity, physical disability, mental disability, ancestry, sexual orientation, language, accent, citizenship status, transgender status, parental status, marital status, economic status, veteran status, medical condition, ancestry, political or organizational affiliation, or on the basis of these perceived characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. The District will strive to achieve a workforce that is welcoming to men, women, persons with disabilities and individuals from all ethnic and other groups to ensure the District provides an inclusive educational and employment environment. Such an environment fosters cooperation, acceptance, democracy and free expression of ideas. Copyright ©2017 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-9f75fab33bf069468e2252281707afd8

Head, Collection Services Division Hiring range: Librarian $93,649- $101,441 per annum, based upon qualifications This is a full time appointment available starting July 2019. The University of California, Berkeley Library seeks a creative and forward-thinking professional to develop a unified approach to library technical collection support service operations across library units in order to address the rapidly evolving and changing services in support of library collections. This position represents a key opportunity to steward an integrated collection services philosophy across the library and to lead, shape and collaborate with the staff and librarians engaged in selecting, acquiring, preserving, making accessible and discoverable scholarly resources for the University of California, Berkeley Library community. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Scholarly Resources, the Head, Collection Services Division will oversee the operational management, overall administration, long term planning, prioritization and coordination of acquisitions, cataloging and metadata services, e-resource management, preservation, and discovery. The Division Head is responsible for establishing and implementing technical collection support services policies, standards, best practices and procedures for the Library. The Division Head will lead three direct reports who collectively manage 4 librarians and 31 staff. The successful candidate will stay abreast of national trends and new developments in all areas of collection services. In this role the Division Head will collaborate with subject specialty libraries, other Library Division Heads, Library councils, Digital Library Program, Library administration and other departments and units within the Berkeley Library. The Division Head will also represent the Library at the UC system level and in regional, national, and international cooperative programs concerning collection support services and processing. The Environment The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's most iconic teaching and research institutions. Since 1868 Berkeley has fueled a perpetual renaissance, generating unparalleled intellectual, economic, and social value in California, the United States, and the world. Berkeley's culture of openness, freedom, and acceptance — academic and artistic, political and cultural — make it a very special place for students, faculty, and staff. Berkeley is committed to hiring and developing staff who want to work in a high-performing culture that supports the outstanding work of our faculty and students. Candidates are encouraged to read more about the UC Berkeley culture at http://jobs.berkeley.edu/why-berkeley.html . In a highly-diverse and intellectually-rich environment, Berkeley serves a campus community of over 30,000 undergraduate students, 11,000 graduate students, and 1,500 faculties. The Library also serves the people of California, and the world, through lending to over 35 countries a year, and making available a rapidly-growing archive of digitized special collections materials (over 4 million items so far). The UC Berkeley Library has contributed over 3 million digitized books to HathiTrust. The Library comprises 25 campus libraries, with a collection of nearly 13 million circulating volumes, almost 1.5 million e-books, subscriptions to over 130,000 journals and periodicals, and about 200 million items in its special collections, including rare materials held by The Bancroft Library, the C. V. Starr East Asian Library, the Bioscience, Natural Resources & Public Health Library, the Music Library, and the Anthropology Library. The UC Berkeley Library actively partners with the other nine UC campuses and the systemwide California Digital Library. The Library manages the systemwide off-site Northern Regional Library Facility. The Library has an operating budget of about $62 million with approximately 325 full-time employees and 600 student employees. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Scholarly Resources, the Head, Collection Services Division will: Provide leadership, direction, guidance and expertise in collection services The position will supervise, guide, direct and lead effective efficient collection service operations in the Library, including acquisitions, cataloging and metadata, discovery, e-resource management, and preservation. The Division Head is also responsible for planning, organizing, and managing services to meet evolving needs in best practices for acquisitions, e-resource management, cataloging and metadata, preservation, discovery and access to scholarly resources in all formats. The Division Head provides the expertise, guidance and direction to enable successful collection support service operations. This role will work with Department Heads to assess and ensure compliance with national and local standards for e-resource management, acquisitions, discovery, preservation, conservation and cataloging and metadata for digital content. This role will keep abreast of and guide Department Heads regarding current standards, best practices, emerging technologies and will implement locally as appropriate. In addition, the position will work collaboratively across the Library to develop, guide and enhance discovery and access for purchased, licensed, and locally created digital content. Lead collection support communications, policy and procedure development The Division Head will guide communications pertaining to the Division's priorities and accomplishments by sharing and disseminating information on a regular basis with technical support units and Library-wide. In addition the role will establish and evaluate existing policies, procedures and best practices, and set priorities in acquisitions, cataloging, and preservation in an intensely collaborative environment. They will work with collection support staff, and in consultation with subject specialty libraries, governing library councils, and library administration and will represent the Library at the UC system, regional, national, and international levels, including cooperative programs concerning technical collection services support work. Lead long term planning, collaboration and assessment for collection services and projects that advance the Library's strategic plan The Division Head coordinates, collaborates, and systematically assesses collection support service operations to enhance the Library's discovery, collection development and digital strategies. The role contributes to Library-wide strategic planning, Department goal setting, and to all initiatives and projects that advance the Library's strategic plan as well as leads the development of assessment and benchmark strategies, statistics, and narrative and statistical reports to support short and long-term planning of the technical collection support services. This position is responsible for liaising and collaborating with Division Heads who manage any decentralized technical service operations or processes, in order to ensure consistency and best practices across the Library. This is a non-represented librarian position and is covered by the UC Academic Personnel Manual (APM). UC Berkeley librarians are expected to participate in library-wide planning and governance and work effectively in a shared decision-making environment. Librarian advancement is partially based upon professional contributions beyond the primary assignment; the successful candidate will show promise or evidence of such contributions to the Library, campus, UC system, and profession. This recruitment will remain open until filled.

Application close date: 2/28/2020 Desired Start Date:  9/1/2020 Assignment: Original descriptive cataloging, subject cataloging, and classification of books and other materials in Central and South American Area Studies (primarily Spanish and Portuguese) and European Romance languages in literature, history, and social sciences. Name authority work for personal names, corporate names, and series. Contribute to existing NACO/LC Authority File records. Subject authority work as needed through the SACO program. Hire/supervise cataloging specialist.

POSITION TITLE:   Director of Library and Learning Commons DEPARTMENT:  Library and Learning Commons, Academic Affairs REPORTS TO:  Associate Dean of Library and Learning Commons POSITIONS SUPERVISED : Library and Learning Commons staff located in Attleboro, New Bedford, and Taunton locations. STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The Director of Library and Learning Commons will collaborate with the Associate Dean to provide leadership and direction for the Bristol Library and Learning Commons, as well as assist in the overall administration and day-to-day operation of the Bristol Library and Learning Commons in the Attleboro, New Bedford, and Taunton locations.