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SUNY Geneseo - Business Manager

Job Description - Business Manager

POSITION SUMMARY:
Milne Library at SUNY Geneseo seeks a Business Manager to be responsible for the implementation of high-level programmatic and administrative matters involving library budget planning, monitoring, procurement, facilities, and collections. In addition, the position has delegated responsibility for liaison with campus offices and external contacts on behalf of the Director of Milne Library. The library is known for original and creative projects, has a staff of 30 FTE, a budget of over two million dollars, and serves about 5,500 students and 265 faculty.

Position is 12-month, full-time, senior level position within the library. Initial 1 yr. contract renewable. Salary commensurate with qualifications/experience. Comprehensive benefits package. Preferred start date: August 22, 2011.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Master's in Business Administration or Human Resources, or Master's degree in Library Information Sciences (MLS) from an ALA-accredited school or an ALA-approved foreign equivalent; 3 years experience in administrative or program support within a library, human resources department, or business; Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
To apply, submit an online professional application at https://jobs.geneseo.edu and attach a cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references. All applicants are subject to drug and criminal background checks.

St. Bonaventure University - Reference & Instruction Librarian

Job Description - Reference & Instruction Librarian

POSITION SUMMARY:
St. Bonaventure University is looking for a public service-oriented librarian to perform general reference duties, library instruction, and collection development.

QUALIFICATIONS:
An MLS from an ALA-accredited school is required, as is experience working with electronic resources. Preference will be given to those having some experience with instruction. Experience working in an academic library is also preferred but not essential. Candidates will be asked to make a classroom presentation as part of the interview. This will be either a 9 month or a 12 month appointment depending on the candidate. The library’s website can be accessed at: www.sbu.edu/library.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Application review will begin immediately, with the position to start August 22, or as soon after as possible. Send resume, three references that can be contacted, and salary expectations to Paul J. Spaeth, Director of the Library, at pspaeth@sbu.edu. We are accepting electronic applications only. EOE.

Cornell University - Visual Resources Librarian

Job Description - Visual Resources and Public Services Librarian

Description
Cornell University Library seeks an experienced and innovative public services professional to serve in a new position: the Visual Resources and Public Services Librarian. Working under the direction of the Director of the Music and Fine Arts Libraries, the VR&PS Librarian will serve as the primary point of contact for students, faculty and staff in the College of Architecture, Art and Planning on topics related to finding and using digital image resources; the person in the position will also serve as a visual resources contact person for library staff and other members of the Cornell community. In addition, the individual will oversee outreach and instruction in the Fine Arts Library, as well as providing one-on-one assistance through consultations and reference.  The individual in this position should have a deep working knowledge of current visual resources and their associated digital technologies for research, teaching and presentation purposes. She/he should also demonstrate a commitment to understanding, evaluating, and implementing emerging technologies based on their pedagogical uses within the fields of architecture, art, planning, design, and landscape architecture and be able to facilitate the transition from traditional visual media to digital media. A record of and commitment to effective and dynamic service to all patron groups, and demonstrated successful interpersonal skills are required to succeed in this position.
 
The VR Librarian will work closely with faculty and students to ascertain their needs and how to effectively integrate new resources into the evolving curricula of the departments. The individual must take a pro-active role in helping faculty and students navigate the wide range of services available through CUL and various campus entities.  He/she will take an active role in CUL’s Visual Resources Working Group, and will work synergistically with librarians and digital consultants throughout the library system and campus community to inform and coordinate the support of visual and digital image resources on a campus-wide basis.
 
The VR Librarian will be responsible for the purchase and promotion of new discipline-specific image resources at both the local and institutional levels. Other responsibilities include: visual and information literacy instruction, research consultations, workshop development and presentation. Promotional activities include: curatorial responsibility for digital displays of new materials in public areas; keeping the library website up-to-date with information on resources and technological tools and applications; and use of social media technologies to connect users with both subscription-based and freely available image content. This individual will also serve as a liaison to appropriate information technology personnel. She/he will work closely with the Architecture Librarian & Coordinator of Collections to provide a wide range of outstanding services to the user community.

Qualifications
Demonstrated ability to work successfully with a team of staff within an art, architecture, fine arts, or design library setting. Excellent communication skills and the ability to foster effective working relationships with faculty, students, staff, and library colleagues. The successful candidate should have at least two years of academic library experience, and an understanding of and enthusiasm for new technologies and their application in the evolving academic/information environment. Involvement in, or interest in becoming involved in appropriate professional associations.  A graduate degree or equivalent experience in an art or design field and an M.L.S. or equivalent degree from an accredited institution are required.
 
Application Procedure: Review of applications will begin on August 15, 2011. Please include a cover letter, resume, and the names, phone numbers, and addresses for three references. Salary will be competitive and commensurate with experience. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For additional information or confidential inquiries, please contact Bonna J. Boettcher, Chair, Visual Resources Librarian Search Committee, at bjb57@cornell.edu or 607-255-7126.

Upstate Medical University - Liaison Services Leader

Job Number: 031720
Job Open Date: 06-01-2011
Job Close Date: Open Until Filled

Job Standard / Operational Needs - This position reports to the Assistant Director for Customer Services and fosters a creative team-oriented work environment while leading the reference department, integrating information technologies to enhance user services and collaborating with the departments of access services, information resources, ILL, and the Family Resource Center (located within the Golisano Children's Hospital). This position coordinates liaison services within and among the academic environment, the hospitals and the community. The successful candidate provides vision and leadership in the development of new programs and services, evaluates existing services, procedures and policies, teaches library skills, contributes to evening and weekend coverage and is actively engaged in professional organizations and development. 

Minimum Qualifications - ALA-accredited MLS or commensurate degree with relevant experience required. A minimum of three years experience in a supervisory capacity with evidence of creative and successful team-building skills; a demonstrated commitment to providing a premier customer experience; evidence of developing and implementing successful partnerships; demonstrated evidence of initiative and flexibility with planning and problem-solving, and proven ability to work creatively, collaboratively and effectively as both a team member and independently to promote teamwork amongst colleagues required. Experience in a health sciences library preferred.