(Updated April 21, 2008)
Salmon River Central School District has an opening for a certified School Library Media Specialist.
Anticipated start date is September 1, 2008.
To Apply - For more information about the district and an application, visit
www.srk12.org.
(Posted April 9, 2008)
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The Franklin-Essex-Hamilton BOCES has an opening for a certified School Library Media Specialist.
Anticipated start date is September 1, 2008.
To Apply - For more information visit www.fehb.org/employop.htm.
(Posted April 9, 2008)
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Adult Reading Program Manager - The
Keene Valley Library
is seeking a person for a full-time summer position, Memorial Day - Labor Day
2008. This position is supported by a grant from a Library patron.
Responsibilities - The position will have two main responsibilities: (1) To develop and implement an
adult reading program by identifying and creating themed presentations of adult fiction and non-fiction. The
idea is to draw people into the fun of reading for recreation. An example of a themed presentation would be a
selection of books on global warming outlining different perspectives. Another might be a presentation of books
by the winner of the most recent Nobel Prize for literature. Our goal is to increase adult circulation, as
evidenced by data from the library’s system. This will require working with the library board, the director,
the grant maker, community reading groups and interested patrons. We envision some 20-40 themed collections;
4-5 will rotate to the main shelves each week. (2) To attend to normal library operations to help us extend our
summer hours. Currently the library is closed on Wednesdays, Sundays and after 4:00 pm the rest of the week. Our hope
is to stay open until 5:00 pm each day and add hours on Wednesday and/or Sunday. The second role for this person is
to help make this possible.
The time in June will be needed to select and assemble the themed collections and to learn the operating
procedures of the library. In July and August, the library experiences greatly increased usage; most of this
time will be spent interacting with patrons and library events of the summer.
Qualifications - Key skills and qualifications required:
* People Skills: This position needs someone who is outgoing and comfortable dealing with the public on the topics of adult fiction and non-fiction. Team working skills and positive interaction with the library director and staff are critical.
* A Love of Books and Reading: The successful candidate should have broad knowledge and experience with both adult fiction and non-fiction to bring to the job. As a regular library patron, the person hired should be familiar with current literature reviews and lists.
* Computer Skills: To succeed in the job, the person will need computer skills sufficient for writing and creating posters for outreach to the community informing people of the themed book collections available each week and any related programming. In addition, the person will need to use the library system to generate reports on circulation in 2008 vs. 2007 to determine our level of success.
* Independent Self-Starter: We expect this person to be comfortable creating this adult reading program from scratch with input, but not direction, from a number of people.
Appliants - The library is open to many types of applicants. This would be a great internship opportunity for someone in a
university library science program, particularly someone with an interest in community library experience. It
could be an excellent summer position for someone running a university library or a school library. A person
with bookstore experience, particularly someone who has created displays and collections to draw readers into a
store may well be a good match.
The person will be paid a stipend commensurate with their skills and experience. If the successful candidate is
from out-of-town we will endeavor to find a suitable housing situation.
To Apply - Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to: Phyllis Buchanan, Keene Valley
Library, P.O. Box 86, Keene Valley, NY 12943; or via email to:
buchanan@kvvi.net.
(Posted February 12, 2008)
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Electronic Resources/Serials Librarian - Penfield Library at the
State University of New York at Oswego seeks an
energetic/innovative librarian for the position of Electronic
Resources/Serials Librarian. This is a full-time, tenure track faculty
position.
Responsibilities - This position provides leadership in
resource access; monitors current trends in access and electronic
resources management and administers use of electronic resources
management systems and tools. This includes management of the Serials and
Cataloging Departments. Major responsibilities include management of
serials operations, including check-in, cataloging and control of both
print and electronic journals and standing orders;
supervision/direction/training of four full time support staff, including
oversight of all copy cataloging.
Penfield Library is highly automated. We currently utilize ExLibris.
ALEPH 500 system for Serials Control along with Serials Solutions 360
Article Linker. This position reports to The Coordinator of Technical
Services and works closely with Acquisitions and with the Coordinators of
Collection Development and Library Technology. Assists in planning and
goal-setting for Technical Services and establishing/monitoring
departmental workflows. Responsible for the licensing of print and
electronic journals and databases and for the authentication, activation
and maintenance of access to e-journals. Serves a lead role in providing
public access to electronic journals/serials through support and
maintenance of Serials Solutions link resolver software. Troubleshoots
subscription related access problems with vendors, including Serials
Solutions and EBSCO. Provides original cataloging for periodicals and
serials in varying formats as necessary. Provides documentation and
support for use of ExLibris. ALEPH serials and cataloging modules;
maintains serials holdings in OCLC; resolves complex problems pertaining
to serials; prepares statistical/evaluative reports to library
administration as requested. Promotes the effective use of electronic
serials collections by library staff, students and faculty. Some
reference service, including occasional weekend/evening hours. Performs
collection development and instructional duties in an assigned subject
liaison area.
Required Qualifications - ALA-accredited MLS. Experience managing serials
in an academic or larger public library, including direct experience with
an electronic serials system. Experience with OCLC Connexion and link
resolver software. Working knowledge of national cataloging standards
including MARC format, AACR2 and Library of Congress Subject Headings.
Knowledge of current trends in serials management and scholarly
publishing. Ability to work effectively, both independently and as part
of a team; excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills; working
knowledge of Microsoft office software.
Preferred Qualifications - Knowledge of authority control practices.
Experience with the ExLibris Library Management System (ALEPH). Prior
supervisory experience preferred. Experience working with diversity
issues/diverse students/multicultural environments.
To Apply - Submit a letter of application addressing qualifications, a copy of unofficial
transcripts, curriculum vitae, and names of three current references electronically to the link provided on
the web site,
www.oswego.edu/vacancies. Official transcripts are
required prior to hiring.
Review Date -
Review of applications will begin
March 1, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled.
Salary: Commensurate with rank and experience.
Date of Appointment: June 1, 2008.
Description of Department - Penfield Library is committed to a program of
innovative, learner centered service to students, faculty and staff at
SUNY Oswego. With 16 full-time librarians, several part-time adjuncts and
18 full-time support staff, the Library provides a wide-range of resources
and services. As one of 64 campuses sharing an ExLibris SUNY-wide Union
Catalog, the Library supports extensive Serials Solutions 360 Article
Linker connections, federated searching, electronic reserves and an array
of electronic databases providing access to nearly 26,000 print and
electronic journals. In addition to housing a monographs collection of
over 475,000 bound volumes and 8,000+ electronic titles, the Library is
also a partial depository for U.S. and New York State government
documents. Penfield.s well-established liaison program provides support
(including collection development, specialized reference, library
instruction and regular communication) to faculty in the disciplines. The
Library strongly supports the college.s mission for interdisciplinary
programs in Global Studies, Africa/African American Studies, Women.s
Studies and minor area studies.
(Posted January 10, 2008)
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Other sites for library employment information:
NY3Rs Job Listings
Special Libraries Association
Upstate New York Chapter
Higher Ed Jobs
New York State Civil Service Page
Academic Employment Network
The Chronicle of Higher Education
If you are a library in the NNYLN's region and have a job vacancy announcement you
would like posted here, please send your information, including CLOSING DATE for
applications, to Communications Coordinator
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