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Director of Library Services, New York

Metropolitan College of New York, Library

Job Title: Director of Library Services
Job Location: New York ,New York, NY
United States
Status: Full-Time
Job Category: Library administration, librarian
Deans, directors, registrar

Job Description

Director of Library Services
Metropolitan College of New York
MCNY seeks a Director to provide innovative administrative leadership for its library and resource learning center. The Director will work closely with the President, Deans, and faculty to improve outcomes in student learning and faculty research.

Major responsibilities include planning and managing all aspects of the library and computer learning center operations. This includes budget management, staff supervision, operations assessment, and management of the library facilities, computer systems and other equipment.

The Director will also oversee the development and management of collections and computer resources; create and interpret library and learning center policies; and play an active role in strategic planning and College Accreditation.

The Director will provide an appropriate collection of and access to materials and resources in all formats, and ensure that hardware and up to date software for computer resource learning center are available and well-maintained.

Job Requirements
Qualifications:
Masters degree in Library/Information Science plus 5 years senior management experience as Director or Assistant Director of an academic library; experience in strategic planning; experience in media services; knowledge of academic technologies and relevant standards needed to support the library; knowledge of interactive classroom technologies and course management software (Moodle preferred); excellent presentation and communications skills; teaching experience preferred.

Information and Application Process Instructions

To apply, please send cover letter and resume to boxhr@metropolitan.edu, place job title in subject line or to: Metropolitan College of New York, Department of Human Resources, 431 Canal Street, New York, NY 10013.
When inquiring or applying for this position, please also reference Academic Careers Online.

MCNY is an equal opportunity employer

To obtain more information or to submit your resume you can contact Human Resources as shown below. If you apply for this position, please say you saw it first on www.AcademicCareers.com. Thank you.
Human Resources
431 Canal Street
Bronx , NY 10471
E-Mail: ERobles@mcny.edu

See: http://www.academiccareers.com/cgi-win/JobSite/sendjob.exe/ACO/?29827

Reference Associate, New York

REFERENCE ASSOCIATE   
Posting Number  20092645   
Grade Band:  52 - Analyst/Associate   
Level:  A-Associate   
Division  01 - DIVISION OF LIBRARIES   
Category  Administrative/Professional   
Object Code  100   
F/T or P/T:  FT   
Position Summary  New York University's Division of Libraries is seeking a Reference Associate to support the Research Commons, specifically related to Coles Science Center materials. The Reference Associate will be expected to: provide a variety of multidisciplinary reference and research services to library patrons in person and remotely; conduct library tours, basic information literacy classes and term paper clinics for students; assist library patrons with complex research, reference and collections inquiries and research strategies, primarily in the Sciences; supervise student assistants, assists with content development for online research guides; and participates in various special projects and initiatives. Please note, evening and weekend work may be required.   
Qualifications/Required Education  Bachelor's degree in science or related field.   
Preferred Education  Advanced degree in a science or related discipline requiring interaction with data sets.   
Required Experience  2 years xperience in bibliographic instruction or teaching or equivalent combination.   
Preferred Experience  2 years experience in a library setting, especially an academic public services unit. Familiarity with science research methods. Experience working with scientific data sets or equivalent.   
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities  Excellent interpersonal, research, and oral and written communication skills. Ability to interact with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and patrons. Knowledge of online research resources and databases. Familiarity with standard office software.   
Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities  Knowledge of statistical software packages.   
Special Instructions to Applicants    
Projected Position Start Date    
Quicklink for Posting  www.nyucareers.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=53807

Special Collections Asst III

Requisition Number 0110479
Job Title Special Collections Asst III

Position Summary

The Princeton University Library seeks an energetic individual to provide staffing assistance in the Library Privileges Office. Principal duties will include: screening visitors to the library to determine the level of privileges to which they are entitled; maintaining databases of library users; and responding to inquiries about library policies and services from both internal and external users. In addition, the incumbent will be responsible for assigning library study spaces to eligible users; assisting with the management of library fine and fee billing processes; collecting and maintaining relevant statistics; performing circulation related functions; and opening and/or closing the office as needed. This individual will also provide assistance in other areas of the Circulation Services Division as needed.

Essential Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

In addition to an Associate's or other two-year college degree, the successful candidate will have a minimum of 2 years customer service experience, preferably in a library or similar academic setting. He or she will have: a demonstrated knowledge of internet tools and e-mail; demonstrated proficiency with the Microsoft Office suite of applications; demonstrated attention to detail, especially while handling multiple projects simultaneously; and an ability to constructively work both collegially and independently. S/he will be familiar with Voyager or other integrated library systems; have a demonstrated ability to recognize, interpret, and resolve complex problems; and must have excellent oral and written communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

The successful candidate may also have direct experience with the Voyager (or other integrated library system) Circulation module; experience supervising the work of others; and a working knowledge of at least one Western European language other than English.

This position is 50% time with hours as listed below:

Sunday: 1pm - 5pm
Monday: 12pm - 5pm
Tuesday: 1pm - 5pm
Friday: 12 - 5pm

Some overtime may be required at times.
Hours may vary during the summer and break periods.
The ability to be flexible with scheduling is essential to meet the needs of the unit.

Grade BLB 03

Standard Hours 18.13

Part Time
Education Required Associate's Degree
Application Deadline 08-12-2011

Documents which can be associated with this posting

Resume/CV
Cover Letter
See: https://jobs.princeton.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=182235

Medical Librarian, Part Time, New York

9:00 a.m. to 3:45 p.m.

Phelps Memorial Hospital Center, Sleepy Hollow

Salary: Based on experience

Job Details:

•H.S. diploma or equivalent with 2-3 years medical library experience. Computer knowledge, typing, familiarity with internet, filing, pleasant telephone skills, maintains policies pertaining to confidentiality.

See: https://www.healthcaresource.com/phelpsmh/index.cfm?fuseaction=search.jobDetails&template=dsp_job_details.cfm&cJobId=994391&applicantType=external

Grant Writer, Part Time

Posted by: NEWARK PUBLIC LIBRARY

The Newark (NJ) Public Library is seeking a part-time CONTRACT GRANTS WRITER to support all aspects of its foundation, corporate, individual, and government agency grants. The individual selected will be responsible for proposal writing for new and recurring grants, prospect research for potential new grantors, maintenance of the donor database, and related activities. Incorporated in 1888, The Library consists of a main library and eight branches with 135 employees and an annual operating budget of $12 million.
Minimum requirements include a bachelor’s degree, four years experience as a grant writer in the non-profit sector, familiarity with Raiser’s Edge fundraising software, knowledge of principal New Jersey funders, good interpersonal skills, and attention to detail. It is Imperative that proposals and reports are produced in a timely manner and that deadlines are met.
Salary: $28.00/hour.
Please send resume with cover letter, three references, and writing samples to: Joseph Casale, Assistant Director for Finance; The Newark Public Library; 5 Washington St.; Newark, NJ 07102. jcasale@npl.org

Operations Team Lead

Infotrieve, Delran, NJ

Infotrieve is a global leader in information services and content management technology for businesses. For more than 20 years we have been providing corporate information centers, R&D facilities, and legal, business affairs and product professionals in more than half the Fortune 500 with a broad array of software solutions and services.

Position Overview
The Operations Team Lead is a hand-on leader responsible for work and workflow in regards to the fulfillment of all article and book loan requests. This includes directing the work of 10 or more Copy Specialists whose work involves the retrieving, scanning articles and re-shelving of all journals and books. Duties also include assuring shift coverage, staff training, quality checks, and overseeing the library and library maintenance. This position is located in our Delran, NJ office, and reports to our Operations Manager.

Responsibilities
• Manage the work and workflow to assure all incoming orders are processed timely, that all special requirements attached to orders are followed, and that articles are complete and meet quality standards.
• In conjunction with the Operations Manager assure appropriate coverage so that order fulfillment is complete within contracted timeframes and within company standards.
• Train and re-train stacks staff.
• Perform staff quality checks documenting results to assure service standards are met.
• Assure all productivity standards are met.
• Assure all journal and book requests are re-filed timely and in proper locations when scanning is completed or loans are returned.
• Monitor and maintain journal storage.
• Perform and document regular quality checks of the library as required by the contract.
• Perform all Copy Specialist duties as needed.
• Make continued improvements to work and workflow by streamlining processes and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree
• 2-3 years back office Operations experience, preferably in a high volume service business such as banking, insurance, brokerage, overnight shipping, logistics, etc.
• Knowledge of library and stacks operations preferred.
• Proven ability to develop and maintain positive staff relationships.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong follow through and the ability to multi-task.
• Excellent attention to detail.
See: http://publicboard.libgig.com/job/operations-team-lead-delran-nj-infotrieve-34a06765dc/?d=1&source=rss_page

Cataloging Assistant

Rider University

Location: Lawrenceville, NJ

Category: Admin - Libraries

Application Due: Open Until Filled

Type: Full Time

Rider University seeks a Cataloging Assistant to perform technical duties necessary for maintaining and facilitating the flow of new materials into our on-line integrated library system while maintaining the integrity of our collections. Individual will also upgrade existing cataloging of previously held materials, as well as train and oversee graduate assistants and student workers.

Successful candidate must have an undergraduate degree with broad musical knowledge and familiarity with how to use a library along with the following: familiarity with at least one foreign language; computer experience; accurate data entry skills and attention to detail; and the ability to identify problems, prioritize numerous tasks and respond to multiple requests from library staff. Preferred qualifications: some graduate-level study; familiarity with OCLC, Voyager or any other online/computerized system; and previous library work experience.

For more information on this position and for application instructions, please visit our website at www.rider.edu/hr, 'Employment Opportunities'. Position #: 350062.

Application Information

Contact:

Manager of Employment
Rider University

Phone: (609) 896-5225

Fax: (609) 895-5766

TDD: (609) 896-5225

Online App. Form: http://www.rider.edu/hr

More Information on Rider University

Institutional Profile
Rider University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, handicap/disability, Vietnam era/disabled veteran status, or any other non-job related criteria.

Senior Library Assistant

The College of New Jersey
Description
The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for supervising the Access Services Circulation Desk, train and supervise the student workers, and acts as a backup for the Access Services Evening Supervisor. This position is considered a second (2nd) shift with the hours of 12pm - 8pm Monday through Friday. Appointee will also assist in processing of Reserves, which entails processing and compiling statistics for electronic reserve material, adding new books for the course lists, creating new reserve lists in the Voyager Circulation module, and troubleshoot problems while completing the processes.

Requirements: High School Diploma or GED required, Associates or Bachelor's degree preferred. Knowledge in the area of data entry in Windows-based computer system, to include experience with Microsoft Word and Excel Spreadsheets. Must have the ability to interact with various levels of faculty, staff, and students. Must also have qualities of effective verbal and communication skills as well as supervisory skills/experience.

NOTE: Appointees will also need to successfully pass an examination administered by the New Jersey Civil Service Commission.

Contact Information
If interested, please mail cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation to: Sharon Shivers, Library, The College of New Jersey, P.O. Box 7718, Ewing, NJ 08628. Electronic submission may be directed to sshivers@tcnj.edu. Resumes will be considered through August 6, 2011. Resumes received after that date will only be considered if a suitable applicant has not been identified.

To enrich education through diversity, The College of New Jersey is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer.
See: http://njepadeherc.org/c/job.cfm?site_id=685&jb=8379674&utm_source=Indeed&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Indeed

Academic/Medical Support Specialist, Pennsylvania

Duties The primary goal of this position is to be the primary day-to-day support person for Wolper’s growing academic clientele. Duties will include both publisher relations and customer service type functions, i.e., managing e-journal information in our publication database, including researching and entering up-to-date pricing and package details, ensuring complete and accurate bibliographic data, researching and managing licenses, e-books and other electronic media for customers; quoting lists for prospective academic and medical clients; and resolving customer service-related issues, claims and concerns for academic/medical customer base.

Qualifications: Skills and experience working with databases and electronic journals; thorough knowledge of journal use and terminology as it relates to the library, publishers and information professionals. Candidate must be proficient with computer, software including all Microsoft Office applications, and online technology. (Wolper will provide training on proprietary systems.) Other essential qualifications are effective written and oral communication skills and excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills. Also must be detail-oriented and have strong organizational and multi-tasking skills and ability to work both independently and in a team environment. Customer service experience (or mindset) required. ALA-accredited Master of Science in Library & Information Science preferred.

Hours 9 – 5, Monday – Friday

Salary – Commensurate with education and experience

To Apply: Please send resumé in confidence to: jobs@wolper.com

Librarian, New York

Job Title: Librarian
Department: Department Of The Army
Agency: U.S. Military Academy, West Point, NY
Job Announcement Number: NEBR11092336D
SALARY RANGE: $53,500.00 - $69,545.00 /year
OPEN PERIOD: Tuesday, July 26, 2011 to Monday, August 01, 2011
SERIES & GRADE: GS-1410-09/09
POSITION INFORMATION: - This is a Permanent position. -- Full Time
PROMOTION POTENTIAL: FPL 09
DUTY LOCATIONS: 2 vacancies - NY - South Eastern New York
WHO MAY BE CONSIDERED: US Citizens
JOB SUMMARY:
Challenge Yourself - Be an Army Civilian - Go Army!
Civilian employees serve a vital role in supporting the Army mission. They provide the skills that are not readily available in the military, but crucial to support military operations. The Army integrates the talents and skills of its military and civilian members to form a Total Army.
You will serve as general circulation librarian in the Access Services Division of the USMA Library being the primary focal point for responding to general information /directional queries. You will train library users in the use of the online integrated catalog, library databases and library resources. Monitor the daily activities of Circulation D...
About the Position: The United States Military Academy was established in 1802. Recently rated #14 in U.S. News and World Report's list of national liberal arts colleges, it provides exceptionally bright, earnest, and motivated students with a broad and rigorous liberal-arts education. It is the only college specifically charged with preparing young men and women for service as officers in the United States Army. As such, it has a singular educational philosophy of graduating enlightened leaders of strong moral courage whose minds are creative, critical, and resourceful. Located just 50 miles north of New York City, the campus sits nestled in the beautiful Hudson River Valley. For more information on the Military Academy visit our website at www.usma.edu.
Organization(s):
US Military Academy, Office of the Dean, USMA Library, West Point, NY 10996
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) eligibles.
All U. S. citizens.
KEY REQUIREMENTS:
See Other Requirements
Additional Duty Location Info:
2 vacancies - NY - South Eastern New York
You will serve as general circulation librarian in the Access Services Division of the USMA Library being the primary focal point for responding to general information /directional queries. You will train library users in the use of the online integrated catalog, library databases and library resources. Monitor the daily activities of Circulation Desk library technicians. Give necessary guidance and training in accordance with individual abilities. Interpret interlibrary loan and circulation policies to users based on library policy. Suggest procedures for improving the delivery of services provided by tracking trends in the volume of requests received and analyzing the workflow. Maintain quality control on all circulation files. Assist Information Gateway Division (IGD) in providing reference services. Provide library orientation and instruction for cadets, faculty, and staff. Assist with special projects relating to reference and circulation.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
General Schedule
BASIC REQUIREMENT: All librarians must meet the basic requirements for professional education in library science or possess equivalent experience and education as specified in paragraphs A or B: A. Completion of 1 full academic year of graduate study in library science in an accredited college or university, in addition to completion of all work required for a bachelors degree OR B. A total of at least 5 years of a combination of college-level education, training, and experience. You must have a Master's degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science.
In addition to the BASIC REQUIREMENT for the GS-09, applicants must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-07 level or equivalent in the Federal Service.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: is defined as having: 1. Knowledge of the theories, principles, practices, and objectives of librarianship in order to respond to general information queries; and refer users to appropriate area in the library. 2. Knowledge of on-line research databases (EBSCO, OLC, NEXIS, etc.) and On-Line Catalog, OCLC Interlibrary Loan (ILL) sub-system (including ILLiad and Rapid), and experience with on-line public access catalogs (Millennium). 3. Knowledge of the Library of Congress classification scheme and subject headings, the American Library Association (ALA) and the Anglo-American Cataloging Rules (AACR2) regarding forms of entry.
**NOTE**
May be required to work irregular hours to include nights and weekends.
Inclement weather essential position.
MULTIPLE POSITIONS MAY BE FILLED THROUGH THIS VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
Only degrees from an accredited college or university recognized by the Department of Education are acceptable to meet positive education requirements or to substitute education for experience. For additional information, please go to the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and U.S. Department of Education websites at - http://www.opm.gov/qualifications and http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html
On your resume, please include college/university, dates attended, degree achieved, semester hours earned, GPA, major field of study, 24 semester hours of specific courses and course hours in your major. Failure to provide this education information on your resume may result in an ineligible rating.
Foreign education must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency in order to be considered for this position. Please include this information in your resume.
The experience described in your resume will be evaluated and screened for the Office of Personnel Management's basic qualification requirements, and the skills needed to perform the duties of this position as described in this vacancy announcement. Resumes are rated using Category Rating procedures. If you meet the minimum qualification requirements, based on your possession of job-related skills, your resume will be placed in one of three categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified, or Qualified. Within these categories, applicants eligible for veteran's preference will receive selection priority over non-veterans.
GS-09: Bachelor's degree directly related to this occupation and 1 year of experience directly related to this occupation equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, or 2 years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a master's degree or master's or equivalent graduate degree.
Other Requirements:
Personnel security investigation required.
The Department of the Army provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the servicing civilian personnel unit. Requests for reasonable accommodation are made on a case-by-case basis.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
Direct Deposit of Pay is Required.
You may claim Military Spouse Preference.
Applicants claiming veteran's preference must clearly show an entitlement to such preference on the resume/supplemental data submitted.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in the vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
One year trial/probationary period may be required.
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Resumes will be evaluated for basic qualifications requirements and for the skills needed to perform the duties of the position, as described in this vacancy announcement and identified by the Selecting Official for the position.
Benefits and Other Info
BENEFITS:
The Department of Defense offers excellent benefits programs some of which may include:
Comprehensive health and life insurance
Competitive salaries
Generous retirement programs
Paid holidays, sick leave, and vacation time
Flexible work environment and alternate work schedules
Paid employment related training and education
Possible student loan repayment
Payment of licenses, certification, and academic degrees as applicable
Bonuses, incentives, and awards as appropriate for the job.
OTHER INFORMATION:
To successfully claim veteran's preference, your resume/supplemental data must clearly show your entitlement. Please review the information listed under the Other Requirements link on this announcement or review our on-line Job Application Kit.
Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
May require shift work and/or work on rotating shifts to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays and in other situations.
The Department of Defense (DoD) policy on employment of annuitants will be used in determining eligibility of annuitants. The DoD policy is available on http://www.cpms.osd.mil/ASSETS/E8AB932EA1E44617BAC7222922E42A62/DoDI140025-V300.pdf
This is a Career Program Position (CP). # 34
Schedule tour of duty will require evenings, weekends and holiday work hours.
Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
In accordance with section 9902(h) of title 5, United States Code, annuitants reemployed in the Department of Defense shall receive full annuity and salary upon appointment. They shall not be eligible for retirement contributions, participation in the Thrift Savings Plan, or a supplemental or redetermined annuity for the reemployment period. Discontinued service retirement annuitants (i.e., retired under section 8336(d)(1) or 8414(b)(1)(A) of title 5, United States Code) appointed to the Department of Defense may elect to be subject to retirement provisions of the new appointment as appropriate. (See DoD Instruction 1400.25, Volume 300, at http://www.dtic.mil/whs/directives.)
Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
Defense National Relocation Program will not be authorized.
Other Advantages: Federal employment offers a range of exciting opportunities and a competitive salary and benefits package which includes a retirement program, health and life insurance, long-term care insurance, annual and sick leave.
HOW TO APPLY:
Resumes must be received by the closing date of this announcement.
Self-nomination must be submitted by the closing date. Applicants wishing to withdraw from consideration may contact the Central Resume Processing Center at (410) 306- 0137 or applicanthelp@conus.army.mil.
Resume must be on file in our centralized database.
Announcements close at 12:00am (midnight) Eastern Time.
You must have an ACTIVE resume with the Army Centralized Resumix database before you submit your Self-nomination. If you do not have an ACTIVE resume on file, please click here to use the Army Resume Builder to create or update your resume.
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:
You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
If selected, official college or university transcript must be submitted.
AGENCY CONTACT INFO:
Central Resume Processing Center
Phone: 410-306-0137
Email: applicanthelp@conus.army.mil Agency Information:
Central Resume Processing Center
314 Johnson Street
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD 21005-5283
See: http://jobview.usajobs.gov/GetJob.aspx?JobID=101118357