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Position: Volunteer Description: Library: The Patricia D. Lundborg Cancer Library, located within the Cancer Care Center at Regions Hospital, is an excellent resource for those who want to learn more about a cancer diagnosis. Conveniently located near the State Capital in St. Paul, the library is open to anyone in the community and offers a cancer-related consumer health collection of over 1000 books and videos that may be checked out for three weeks. Online resources are also available. The library is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The library relies on volunteers to greet and assist library visitors as they search for health information. As a volunteer you will gain valuable library-related experience. Volunteer Requirements:
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Contact: Marina Lantseva at (651) 254-2215 or by email at Marina.M.Lantseva@HealthPartners.com Job pays: Starts: ASAP Apply by: Position: Instructional Media and Technology Technician Description: Provide organization of instructional media and technology by cataloging print and non-print resources and organizing and supporting online resources.
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See application on our website Contact: Dawn Nelson Job pays: Per Contract (see website) Starts: Immediately Apply by: Until filled Position: Library Director Description: Rye Free Reading Room - 125 years (and counting) of distinguished service to the community! The Board of Trustees of Rye Free Reading Room (founded in 1884) seeks an energetic, enthusiastic and experienced leader to continue its commitment to quality public library service for the Rye community. The Director will work closely with the 18-member Board of Directors, a 45-member Auxiliary Board, staff and local stakeholders to develop and articulate its vision for library service, design and implement strategic initiatives, and administer the service program, facility and space planning, and fundraising and resource development. See http://www.gossagesager.com/Jobdesc2010.doc for the complete job description. As an association library, the Rye Free Reading Room is funded by the City of Rye and private donations, with the Board actively investigating options for sustainable funding. Rye Free Reading Room has a collection of 90,000 items housed in the main library and a small branch and circulates over 225,000 items annually. With a staff of 17 FTE and a budget of $1.5 million, the library provides exceptional customer service and its programs are consistently among the most heavily attended in Westchester County - attendance last year pushed over 36,000 with best-selling authors and a wide-selection of children's programs. A recent expansion of the landmark building on Rye's Village Green and ongoing capital projects, including a renovated technology center, help ensure the facilities are well-positioned for continued growth. Rye, a suburban community in Westchester County, is home to 15,000 residents. Located on Long Island Sound, Rye enjoys a strong sense of community, with close proximity to New York City and regional attractions in the Tri-State area. For additional information on the Library, the City and the area see http://www.gossagesager.com/Ryelinks.htm. Contact: For further information, contact Jobeth Bradbury, jobethbradbury@gossagesager.com, at Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates. Apply via email to either Dan Bradbury or Jobeth Bradbury, danbradbury@gossagesager.com, jobethbradbury@gossagesager.com, with a meaningful cover letter and resume as Word attachments. The position closes October 3, 2010. Job pays: $90,000-$106,000 Starts: Apply by: October 3, 2010 Position: Librarian Description: Summary: The librarian is responsible for the effective management of day-to-day operations and long-range planning for the American Craft Council library in accordance with its mission to acquire, organize, preserve and provide information about craft. Primary Duties:
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Contact: Submit cover letter and resume to Alanna Nissen (anissen@craftcouncil.org) Job pays: Starts: Apply by: Open until filled Position: Chief Executive Officer Description: Chief Executive Officer - Tulsa (OK) City-County Library Grow with Us in Beautiful Green Country! The Tulsa City-County Library Commission seeks a new Chief Executive Officer to build on a solid foundation of excellent library service. Work with the Library Commission to determine the strategic direction and policies for the library; serve as the face of the library in the community; develop and implement plans for new library facilities, services, and programs; advise Tulsa Library Trust Board and Friends of the Tulsa City-County Libraries; raise funds, develop and maintain donor relations to enrich library services. The challenges are exciting and the opportunities are endless! See http://www.gossagesager.com/TulsaJD.htm for the complete job description. The Tulsa City-County Library System is an independent library district with a permanent tax rate exclusively dedicated to public library services. Governed by an 11-member, appointed Board of Commissioners, the system is a dynamic library system serving the 585,068 residents of Tulsa County in Northeastern Oklahoma. Library staff (269.5 FTEs) utilize a budget of $25.8 million to operate 25 public locations, one service center and an active bookmobile serving an increasingly diverse area. Named a Five-Star Library by Library Journal in 2008, this year the system celebrated a record 5.7 million circulation and increases in foot-traffic. TCCL also benefits from a supportive Tulsa Library Trust and active Friends groups. Tulsa boasts a widely diversified business base. It is one of "America's Most Livable Communities" and recently Relocate America ranked it the "No. 1 Place to Live." Known as a Mecca for arts in Oklahoma, the city enjoys a rich cultural legacy with its ballet, opera, symphony and museums. Art deco masterpieces abound in many downtown buildings. Outstanding higher education facilities and recreational amenities help it earn these accolades and greatly enhance the area's quality of life. Additional information on the Tulsa City-County Library system and the community can be found at: http://www.gossagesager.com/Tulsalinks.htm. Minimum requirements: an MLS from an ALA-accredited program; ten years of progressively responsible public library experience with a minimum of five years of executive level administrative experience in a multi-branch urban or suburban system. Advanced management training (MPA, MBA or similar degree), proven experience reporting to a policy-making board, and success in collaborating with county or municipal officials are highly desirable. Essential skills include: excellent internal and external communication skills that inspire and motivate; the ability to develop and implement a shared vision of innovative library service for the System; skill in building and maintaining effective relationships with the Library Commission, staff and with community leaders; experience in strategic planning, facilities and space planning, fiscal management, library technology, fund development, and working with library trusts and charitable foundations. Tulsa City-County Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Contact: For further information: Contact Dan Bradbury, DanBradbury@gossagesager.com or at 816-531-2468. To apply, please send a cover letter and current resume as Word attachments via email. This position will close October 10, 2010. Job pays: Compensation: The salary range is $130,000-150,000 with a competitive benefits package. Starts: Apply by: October 10, 2010 Position: Multimedia Site Manager and Consultant Description: The University of Minnesota Libraries seeks an enthusiastic, innovative, service-oriented professional to provide leadership for the SMART Learning Commons in both Walter and Wilson Libraries, developing programming and helping integrate media into the curriculum. More specifically, the Multimedia Site Manager and Consultant manages both facilities and ensures that student assistants provide high-quality services. S/he also contributes to the achievement of departmental and system-wide goals through special projects and initiatives. Minimum Qualifications:
See our website employment system for more details: https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=89125 Contact: To apply for this position, please submit a letter of application explaining why you are interested in this position and how you meet our qualifications, along with a curriculum vitae/resume, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three current professional references. Please identify the application as the job posting number, 167675. Job pays: DOQ Starts: ASAP Apply by: 8/31/2010 Position: Electronic Services and Instruction Librarian Description: The Todd Wehr Memorial Library at Viterbo University seeks a dynamic and team-oriented librarian for the position of Electronic Services and Instruction Librarian. This full time, 12 month administrative position is responsible for the management of the library's electronic services, including the library website, electronic resources, integrated library system, and other online tools. This position is also responsible for instruction and outreach to faculty and graduate students, and coordinates communication and marketing of library services. Liaison, reference, instruction, regional travel and weekend/evening duties in rotation are also required. The successful candidate will be able to work both independently and collegially in a rapidly changing environment, and have excellent organizational, interpersonal and communication skills. Full position description is available on request. Qualifications: Masters degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited institution. Experience with web design tools. Experience in teaching and/or library instruction. Currency and knowledge in the field of electronic resources. Three years academic library experience working with electronic resources desired. Viterbo University is an equal opportunity employer and encourages nominations and candidacy of women and members of other underrepresented groups. AA/EOE Contact: Send Viterbo Application (www.viterbo.edu/EmploymentApplication.aspx), cover letter, resume and a list of three professional references to Marsha Momoi-Piehl, Director of Human Resources, Viterbo University, 900 Viterbo Drive, La Crosse, WI 54601; mmmomoipiehl@viterbo.edu. Job pays: Low 40s plus benefits Starts: January 3, 2010 Apply by: September 6, 2010 Position: Head, Special Collections & Archives Description: The McIntyre Library at the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire has a probationary tenure track faculty vacancy available at the rank of Assistant Professor or Associate Professor or Professor to serve as Head, Special Collections and Archives with an anticipated start date of spring 2011. This is a 12-month, position reporting to the Director of Libraries. Minimum salary $48,000. Salary and rank commensurate with education and experience. RESPONSIBILITIES: Support the mission of the Library by providing service and managing resources for the UW-Eau Claire community by:
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MCINTYRE LIBRARY: McIntyre Library has a staff of 12 FTE library faculty, and 17 FTE classified staff. The Library maintains an active information literacy program, provides access to a wide range of digital resources, is a selective state and federal document depository, and includes a regional historical research center and university archives. McIntyre Library has a collection of almost 600,000 titles, 2 million volumes, and 69,000 online and print periodicals; and works closely with other UW System libraries in keeping with the "One System, One Library" approach to the delivery of collections and services. UNIVERSITY & EAU CLAIRE COMMUNITY: The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire campus consists of 10,500 students and 700 faculty and administrative/professional staff. As the UW System's only Center of Excellence for faculty and undergraduate research, faculty and students regularly work side-by-side on original research. The University has a growing public history program at the BA and MA levels as well as a strong American Indian studies program supported by a significant library collection. Often described as Wisconsin's most beautiful campus, UW-Eau Claire spans the banks of the Chippewa River in the heart of Eau Claire, western Wisconsin's largest city. Eau Claire and the surrounding countryside have many scenic rivers, lakes, parks, bike trails and wooded areas where students and community members enjoy seasonal sports, camping and a variety of other recreational activities. A community of 60,000, Eau Claire is a safe, friendly, and affordable community with employment opportunities for family members and outstanding schools for children. In addition to providing its own rich array of cultural events and opportunities, Eau Claire is just 90 miles from Minneapolis-St. Paul. To ensure consideration, completed applications must be received by September 1, 2010. However, screening may continue until position is filled. The University reserves the right to contact additional references with notice given to the candidate at an appropriate time in the process. Applicants' names are subject to public release unless confidentiality has been requested in writing. Names of all finalists must be released upon request. A criminal background check will be required prior to employment. UW-Eau Claire is an AA/EEO employer dedicated to enhancing diversity. Contact: To apply, send or email: letter of application, curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers and email addresses of three professional references to:
Search Committee
Phone: 715-836-3715 Job pays: Minimum $48,000 Starts: Spring 2011 Apply by: September 1, 2010 Position: Reference and Instruction Librarian Description: http://www.mnscu.edu/about/jobopportunities/viewPosting.php?pid=6294 Metropolitan State University is seeking an enthusiastic and talented librarian to join our team in providing library services including information literacy instruction and research assistance. Other responsibilities will include selection of print and electronic resources and serving as a liaison to the College of Management which is instituting its first cohort of students for the Doctorate of Business Administration. All of the librarians teach a two credit information literacy course. Minimum Qualifications:
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Application Procedure: To apply, go to http://hr.powerobjects.com/hr/metrostate.htm Links: Employment for this position is covered by the collective bargaining agreement for the Inter Faculty Organization which can be found at: http://www.hr.mnscu.edu/contract_plans/index.html Contact: Susan Johnson Job pays: Starts: 1/3/2011 Apply by: 9/10/2010 |
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