UNYSLA Jobs

SUNY Upstate Medical University - Liaison Services Leader

Job Description - Liaison Services Leader

POSITION SUMMARY:
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.

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.  

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Open Until Filled.  Job Number: 031720
Apply online:http://www.upstate.edu/hr/jobs/

University of Rochester Medical Center - Liaison Services Librarian

Job Description - Liaison Services Librarian

POSITION SUMMARY:
Edward G. Miner Library, University of Rochester Medical Center (URMC), (http://www.urmc.rochester.edu/hslt/miner/index.cfm) seeks qualified applicants to establish dynamic, collaborative relationships with CTSI. Determine investigators’ information needs; develop and support novel services. Promote awareness of library resources; integrate same into research and educational programs. Serve as resource for data curation, digital methods for scientific research, emerging digital resources, and scientific communication. Expand educational programs and instruct clientele, formally and informally.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
ALA-accredited Master’s in Library or Information Sciences; 2-5 years experience as library professional or paraprofessional. Educational background in biomedical or health sciences, experience in health sciences environment, or equivalent. Expertise in online database searching. Experience with: variety of software applications; navigating Internet; web development software; social networking tools and mobile devices; teaching adult learners; speaking fluently and persuasively before a group. Familiarity with current trends, standards, and emerging technologies in libraries and Web. Superior oral and written communication skills. Essential personal characteristics: Flexibility, initiative, creativity, and ability and willingness to work cooperatively in an evolving technological environment. Continuous learning is essential to expand both subject domain and information science competence. The library’s mission has a strong service orientation and staff are expected to advance that goal.

Preferred:
Graduate degree in biomedical sciences; demonstrated ability to use and teach NCBI databases. Demonstrated knowledge of issues and technical challenges related to data management/curation, including format migration, preservation, metadata, data retrieval and use issues.
Salary: Starting range $40,000-45,000 per year; excellent benefits. Salary and rank negotiable, depending on education and experience.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Position will remain open until a candidate is chosen.  University of Rochester is an EOE
NOTE: FOR COMPLETE JOB DESCRIPTION, PLEASE SEE http://www.urmc.rochester.edu/hslt/miner/about/Jobs.cfm
Send resume and letter of application to:Donna Berryman, MLISAssistant Director, Education & Information ServicesEdward G. Miner Library University of Rochester Medical Center, Box LIBR 601 Elmwood Ave.Rochester, NY 14642; e-mail: DONNA_BERRYMAN@URMC.ROCHESTER.EDU.

Skidmore College - Library Systems Analyst

Job Description - Library Systems Analyst

POSITION SUMMARY:
The Lucy Scribner Library at Skidmore College seeks a part time Library Systems Analyst. The Systems Analyst would work closely with the Systems Librarian to support every department in the library by collaborating on the maintenance of the complex library systems including the support of daily operations, documentation, troubleshooting, upgrades, training, new installations and applications, and running reports.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor degree or equivalent experience. 2 years library experience with a focus on technology strongly preferred. Ability to analyze and troubleshoot technical problems quickly; experience with relational databases, SQL, and web technologies; familiarity with electronic journals/books/research databases; familiarity with PC desktop computing systems; excellent communication skills are essential; ability to learn new technologies quickly; ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Experience with the Voyager ILS preferred. 

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
To be considered for this position, please fill out an online application form and attach the following documents: cover letter, resume and list of three references.

This system can support attachments up to 5MB. If you encounter difficulty attaching any one of the required documents, please contact Clarissa Sawyer, Employment Coordinator in Human Resources at: csawyer@skidmore.edu or 518 580.5802  

Position is open until filled.

Clinton Community College - Electronic Services & Emerging Technologies Librarian

Job Description - Electronic Services & Emerging Technologies Librarian

POSITION SUMMARY:
Management and maintenance of library’s public interface of electronic resources and website content including databases, research guides, and other discovery tools. Oversee library’s social media presence including Facebook, Twitter, RSS feeds, blogs, and wikis. Identification, evaluation, and implementation of emerging technologies including e-books and e-readers, mobile technologies and applications, and open source, open access and collaboration tools. Provide reference assistance and bibliographic instruction as assigned. Collaborate in media streaming and digitization projects. Participate in library planning, policy-making, and committee work. Evening hours required.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduate degree from ALA-accredited library and information science program. Experience implementing and managing electronic services, and developing web content. Strong analytical, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills. Intermediate to advanced level proficiency with MS Office. Ability to work in a continuously changing environment and affinity for new technology. Flexibility in work schedule and duties. Ability to work independently, managing a complex workload effectively with minimum supervision. Commitment to customer service and working in a collaborative environment. Preferred experience working in an academic library. Demonstrated experience identifying and meeting faculty needs through new library initiatives and services. Post-secondary teaching experience and second graduate degree.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Graduate degree from ALA-accredited library and information science program. Experience implementing and managing electronic services, and developing web content. Strong analytical, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills. Intermediate to advanced level proficiency with MS Office. Ability to work in a continuously changing environment and affinity for new technology. Flexibility in work schedule and duties. Ability to work independently, managing a complex workload effectively with minimum supervision. Commitment to customer service and working in a collaborative environment. Preferred experience working in an academic library. Demonstrated experience identifying and meeting faculty needs through new library initiatives and services. Post-secondary teaching experience and second graduate degree.

Applicants who do not meet the minimum qualifications as stated are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of the position and by providing appropriate references.

Although the search will remain open until the position is filled, for full consideration, candidates should submit materials by August 26, 2011, including letter of application, vitae, a CCC application form (available at www.clinton.edu), and unofficial transcripts to:

Human Resources Office
Clinton Community College
136 Clinton Point Drive
Plattsburgh, New York 12901
www.clinton.edu

University at Albany - Extended Hours Coordinator

Job Description - Extended Hours Coordinator

POSITION SUMMARY:
The University at Albany Libraries seek a dynamic, creative, customer service and detail-oriented professional to coordinate and manage the University Library access services (Circulation, Interlibrary Loan, Reserves, and Document Delivery) during late hours of operation, Sunday through Thursday. The successful candidate will resolve user problems related to access services in person, via phone, or in writing through accurate and consistent interpretation of policy and community relations which bear on the University mission; assist in maintaining Web pages and other electronic documents on the staff intranet, department Wiki, and public site; liaise with the University Police Department and other units in response to security issues affecting library service points; collect and prepare statistics; assist with supervising and training clerical and student staff; evaluate effectiveness of current practices and make recommendations for future services and technologies; communicate trends and usage of library services during evening/weekend hours with other library departments; communicate with student and faculty groups about the availability of extended hours and services; coordinate support from other campus agencies to ensure an environment conducive to study and research during evening and weekend hours; and provide efficient service to the University community in obtaining research materials not owned by the University Libraries.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:

• Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Availability to work evening/weekend schedule (Sunday through Thursday 7:15pm - 3:15am) when classes are in session; flexibility to work overnight during final exams and earlier schedule when classes are in recess
• Demonstrated computer skills for a highly automated workplace
• Ability to work independently and as a team member
• Demonstrated effective problem resolution skills in a customer service environment
• Work experience in a library or academic setting

Preferred:

• Work experience in an academic library setting
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills
• Familiarity with library resources
• Experience working with an Integrated Library System, an Interlibrary Loan System, and/or an Electronic Reserves System

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Applicants MUST submit the following documents:

• Resume
• Cover letter addressing the following: the applicant's experience as it relates to the job qualifications; the applicant's ability to provide leadership in an effective customer service or educational setting; and the applicant's ability to work with a culturally diverse population
• Names of three professional references with contact information (include street address, telephone number, e-mail address)

Apply online: http://albany.interviewexchange.com/jobsearchfrm.jsp
Application deadline: August 24, 2011

Siena College - Coordinator of Reference and Electronic Resources

Job Description - Coordinator of Reference and Electronic Resources

POSITION SUMMARY:
As a member of the Library’s management team, the Coordinator of Reference and Electronic Resources is responsible for managing and reporting on all aspects of traditional and electronic reference services and collections, serving as the Library’s webmaster, maintaining systems and hardware,  providing  reference/research assistance for students and faculty , and participating in the Library’s instruction, collection development and liaison programs.    Faculty appointment at  the Assistant Librarian level.   Siena College is an independent liberal arts college in the Catholic and Franciscan tradition close to Albany in proximity to major higher education and cultural institutions.  For full position description, requirements and application process, go to Siena’s HR web site http://www.siena.edu/pages/6115.asp.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Required:

• Masters degree from an ALA-accredited school of library science
• Broad reference experience
• Working knowledge of information technologies

Preferred:

• Four years academic library experience
• Knowledge of emerging information technologies or web design
• Instructional or training experience
• 2nd master’s degree

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Send vitae/resume, cover letter, and contact information for three references to gdouyon@siena.edu (Library Secretary). Review of applications will begin September 1, 2011.  Beginning date: January 15, 2012.