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Position: Library Manager Description: Library Manager - Job ID #12270 Capella University is rapidly growing and we are looking for a Library Manager to lead our online library operations. This position provides strategic analysis and direction of library collections accessed by learners, provides documentation for accrediting bodies regarding library collections and services, and serves as a representative of the library to outside vendors and professional organizations. The qualified applicant will poses a Master of Library Science from an ALA accredited institution, 5+ years of professional leadership with administrative and staff management responsibilities in an academic library, in addition to the knowledge of information literacy initiatives. Travel may be required per business needs. Full Job Description and Application: http://www.capellaeducation.com/capella_careers/capella_careers_index.aspx Contact: http://www.capella.edu/careers Job pays: Starts: Apply by: Position: Children's Librarian Description: The Rochester (MN) Public Library is seeking an energetic leader who is passionate about children's programming, committed to excellent customer service, and who is technologically knowledgeable. The position requires a master's degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA accredited program and one year experience. City applications are required. The Rochester Public Library (www.rochesterpubliclibrary.org) is a very busy downtown library and bookmobile (approximately 600,000 visits per year, over 1.6 million items circulated, and the busiest bookmobile in the state of MN). Rochester, home to the Mayo Clinic, is a growing community (105,000) often named as a best place -- to live, to raise a family, and to retire. In 2010, Kiplinger named Rochester one of the Top Ten Cities for the Next Decade. Apply online at: www.rochestermn.gov EOE Contact: http://www.rochestermn.gov/departments/hr/jobs/index.asp Job pays: Starting salary is $47,216. Starts: April, 2012 Apply by: 2/24/2012 University of Minnesota Libraries
Originally established to provide resource sharing from the University to academic and state government libraries within the state, Minitex now encompasses contract services to public and school libraries as well as libraries in North and South Dakota. Its suite of services includes: discovery and resource sharing (one of the highest volume agencies in the U.S.), a regional courier delivery system, the Electronic Library of Minnesota (licensed content for Minnesota citizens), cooperative reference services, cooperative storage through the Minnesota Library Access Center, brokered digitization services through the Minnesota Digital Library, library staff development programs, and procurement services for myriad library products and services. A dynamic and responsive organization, Minitex repositions its resources to respond to emergent needs of libraries in the region. Minitex programmatic funding through appropriations and contracts in FY11 was $8.6 million, with another $13 million in procurement transactions. Minitex staff total 65, with an additional 13 FTE in student staff. Minitex is a division of the University Libraries (http://www.lib.umn.edu ). Its organizational relationship enables access to University infrastructure, library collections, and expertise, as well as collaborative program development and outreach services. Counsel on Minitex services is provided by the Minitex Policy Advisory Council, representing library sectors from across the state and the Dakotas. Funding sources include legislative appropriation, contracts, and LSTA funding through the Minnesota State Library Agency (Department of Education). A recent state constitutional amendment (sales tax) provides support for cultural heritage initiatives including plans for digital preservation infrastructure and digital library development. The University of Minnesota is a forward-looking, comprehensive, and diverse institution located in the center of the vibrant Twin Cities metropolitan area. The Twin Cities are known for their cultural amenities, such as the Guthrie Theater, Walker Art Center, the Ordway Center for Performing Arts, and for their extensive park and recreational systems. (http://www1.umn.edu/wishyouwerehere/) Responsibilities The Director:
Qualifications Required: ALA accredited Masters in Library/Information Science or equivalent combination of advanced degree and relevant experience. Minimum of five years experience in library or related organizational context with evidence of management responsibilities. Demonstrated organizational abilities and leadership. Demonstrated facility to work proactively and collaboratively across stakeholder communities. Demonstrated leadership in developing innovative technology-rich programs and services. Strong skills in written and oral communication, management, interpersonal relations, team-building and planning. Knowledge of interlibrary cooperation and networking. Preferred: Demonstrated success in developing public relations and communications programs to diverse stakeholder communities. Successful development and implementation of grants and contracts. Record of successful work with legislative bodies and government agencies. Experience in developing and sustaining relationships with business entities in the library, information, and technology marketplace. Experience leading an organization of comparable scope and complexity, including multi-type library organizations. Evidence of effective human and financial resource management strategies. Experience in statewide or regional cooperative programs. Record of professional contributions and leadership. SALARY AND BENEFITS: The University Libraries offer a competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience. Excellent benefits. This is a full-time, 12-month, administrative appointment. TO APPLY: Position is available immediately. Submit letter of application, resume, and names and contact information of three current professional references at: https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=100342 . Please identify the application with UL283. This position requires a successful background check. The University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. Position: IT Help Desk Assistant Description: IT Help Desk Assistant Mackin Educational Resources is seeking an IT Help Desk Assistant to field questions and provide technical support for our customers and staff. Education & Experience:
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Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environment Factors: Maintain emotional control under stress. Maintain positive attitude when dealing with customers and staff. Some bending, stooping, climbing, and walking. Occasional lifting and carrying of heavy objects (45 lbs. or over). Mackin is a clean, friendly working environment; qualified employees enjoy the benefits of: To apply for this position please send resume to: employment@mackin.com and reference IT Help Desk Assistant Contact: send resume to; employment@mackin.com Job pays: Determined by Education and previous experience Starts: 1-3-2012 Apply by: 1-23-2012 Journals Acquisitions/Reference Librarian Description: Minnesota State University, Mankato Memorial Library seeks a flexible, innovative, service-oriented individual to serve as Journals Acquisitions/Reference Librarian. This position serves as a member of the Technical Services Team and is responsible for the successful acquisition of print, non-print, and electronic journals for the Library's collections and serves as a resource person to resolve questions and problems regarding journals acquisitions. Responsibilities include: oversees journals acquisitions process; serves as a contact person with subscription agents and other journal vendors; licensing for e-journals; monitors and reports on account balances and expenditures using the ALEPH Acquisitions Module; and shares responsibility for development and implementation of ERMS. This position serves as a member of the Reference Services Team and provides all facets of traditional and electronic reference service in a busy library commons setting. Reference responsibilities will include some evening and weekend hours. All library faculty serve on teams as a subject liaison to one or more disciplines/programs, with responsibility for collection development and library instruction sessions; shares in providing introductory library instruction sessions; contributes to Library Services Department committees/activities; may participate in university governance through membership on committees and task forces. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: MLS (or related Master's Degree) from ALA-accredited program; Experience with Reference Services or Technical Services. For Library information, visit: http://www.lib.mnsu.edu/. Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: http://www.mnsu.edu/. APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Official vacancy notice and application information available at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mankato/default.cfm. Applications received by February 1, 2012 will receive priority. Review of applications will continue until on-campus interviews are scheduled. Contact: Contact Information: Search Committee - Journals Acquisitions/Reference Librarian, Phone: 507-389-5956, TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711, Rebecca.schwartzkopf@mnsu.edu. Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Minnesota State University, Mankato is an AA/EO university and is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. Job pays: Starts: Apply by: Position: Academic Librarian (Fixed-Term, Academic Year Appointment) Description: Academic Librarian, Memorial Library, Minnesota State University, Mankato (Fixed Term, Academic Year Appointment). Minnesota State University, Mankato Memorial Library seeks a flexible, innovative, service-oriented individual to serve as an Academic Librarian. This position serves as a member of the Reference Services Team and provides all facets of traditional and electronic reference service in a busy library commons setting. Reference responsibilities will include some evening and weekend hours. In collaboration with other library faculty this position may work on projects relating to: Evaluating and assessing the Library's collections to support the University; participating in the development of outreach and promotional materials. All library faculty serve on a collection development team for one or more disciplines/programs, with responsibility for collection development and library instruction sessions; shares in providing introductory library instruction sessions; and contributes to Library Services Department committees/activities. Additional duties may be assigned on the basis of need and candidate abilities. This is a full-time temporary faculty appointment. Required Qualifications: MLS (or related Master's Degree) from ALA-accredited program. Experience or coursework in Reference Services. For Library information, visit: http://www.lib.mnsu.edu/. Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: http://www.mnsu.edu/. APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Official vacancy notice and application information available at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mankato/default.cfm. Applications received by February 1, 2012 will receive priority. Review of applications will continue until on-campus interviews are scheduled. Contact Information: Search Committee - Academic Librarian, Phone: 507-389-5956, TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711, rebecca.schwartzkopf@mnsu.edu. Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Minnesota State University, Mankato is an AA/EO university and is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. Contact: Becky Schwartzkopf Job pays: Starts: Apply by: Position: Social Search Engine Evaluator Description: Leapforce is looking for highly educated individuals for an exciting work from home opportunity. Applicants must be self motivated and internet savvy. This is an opportunity to evaluate and improve search engine results for one of the world's largest internet search engine companies. Social Search Engine Evaluators will need to combine a passion for analysis with an understanding of various online research tools. Applicants must be detail oriented and have a broad range of interests. Ideal Social Search Engine Evaluators will possess the following skills:
Social Search Engine Evaluators provide feedback on search engine results by measuring the relevance and usefulness of web pages in correlation to predefined queries, by providing comparative analysis of sets of search engine results and various other techniques. All candidates are required to take and pass a two-part qualification exam before becoming a Social Search Engine Evaluator. Part 1 of the exam contains 24 theory based questions. Part 2 of the exam contains 150 simulated evaluation tasks. Supplied study materials can be used during both parts of the exam. Please Note: We are unable to offer more than one Social Search Engine Evaluator position per household. Contact: To apply, please visit: https://www.leapforceathome.com/qrp/public/job/24?sref=5f02def2a24ff053897e9d34de59387f Job pays: Hourly Pay Rate: $13.50/hr or 0.225/minute Starts: ASAP Apply by: visiting: https://www.leapforceathome.com/qrp/public/job/24?sref=5f02def2a24ff053897e9d34de59387f Position: Director, Library Services Description: Our client is an accredited online University with student enrollment in excess of 50,000 with a library that offers cutting edge services and access to more than 50,000 full-text journals, 90 databases, 100,000 electronic books and 1.5 million dissertations. The University offers undergraduate and graduate degrees at a distance in education, business, public health and the social and behavioral sciences. The Director, Library Services will provide leadership for one of the worlds largest online University Libraries. This will include the long range strategic planning and management of a staff of 19 librarians and technicians and be responsible for the provision of online library services including collection management, instructional services, reference, the library website, document delivery, budgeting, ereserves and research support services. We are looking for a Library Leader with at least 5 years of professional library experience in a complex online academic or business environment with an MLS or equivalent from and ALA-Accredited program (doctorate preferred). This position will be located in Minneapolis, MN and relocation support is available. Requirements: Key Qualifications & Competencies: Qualifications for this position include an MLS or equivalent from an ALA-Accredited program (doctorate preferred) and five years of professional library experience. Ability to work in a fast-paced student centered environment. Excellent oral and written communication skills. A record of recent publication and participation in professional library association activities. Must be able to use Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, Internet, and experience managing and designing websites (a plus). Experience working collaboratively with faculty. A record of recent publication and participation in professional library association activities is preferred. Contact: jklein@searchcsg.com Job pays: Competitive Starts: As soon as possible Apply by: January 1, 2012 Position: Instruction Services Librarian Description: Seeking an Instruction Services Librarian (non-tenure). Must hold ALA-accredited master's degree & have experience with library instruction and technology used for instruction and instructional design . AA/EO employer. WIU has a non-discrimination policy that includes sex, race, color, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, religion, age, marital status, national origin, disability, and veteran status. Contact: See: http://www.wiu.edu/employment/faculty-admin.php?display=faculty . Job pays: $38,000 Starts: January 2, 2011 Apply by: |
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