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Elementary School Librarian, Part-Time

WESTFIELD PUBLIC SCHOOLS PUBLIC SCHOOLS Westfield, NJ A suburban, metropolitan school district of excellence with 6,000 high-achieving, creative students, seeks: ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Librarian Part-Time Tenure Track position; NJ Certification required. DEadline 5/14/12 EOE Apply online at: http://applitrack.com/westfieldnjk12/onlineapp

Assistant Professor, New York

Tenure Track - Library and Information Science

Tracking Code  TF13-10

Job Description

Assistant Professor - Tenure Track -  Division of Library and Information Science (TF13-10)
 
The Department is seeking applications for one tenure track position in the organization of information and support of organizational intranet and internet services, with an interest in improving information access for the underserved.  A Ph.D. is required.
 
This position is subject to a comprehensive background screen, with employment contingent upon satisfactory results. If access to a University vehicle is required for the position, a DMV check for driving record and valid driver’s license is also required.
 
St. John’s University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from women and minorities.
 
www.stjohns.edu

Job Location

Queens, NY, US.

Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
See: https://stjohnsedu.silkroad.com/epostings/index.cfm?fuseaction=app.dspjob&jobid=217402&company_id=15951&version=1&jobBoardId=1112

Web Services Librarian

Requisition Number:  PROV5730 

Department:  Library and Information Services
 
Position Type:  Full Time
 
Requirements:  M.L.S, M.L.I.S, or M.I.S from an ALA accredited school or a Master's degree in computer science with a minimum of 2 years of library experience

Demonstrated experience in graphic design using Photoshop and other editing software

Strong knowledge of both desktop and mobile web technologies, architecture and user interface design

Expertise in HTML, web technologies, CSS, JavaScript, PHP scripting, and familiarity with TYPO3 content management system

Knowledge of SQL database management systems

Experience with content management systems such as Drupal

Working knowledge of metadata standards, such as Dublin Core

Familiar with CONTENTdm or other digital collection management software

Knowledge of authentication systems, such as EZProxy

Excellent written and oral communication

Awareness of emerging library technologies

Outreach skills

Teaching skills

Ability to multitask and balance priorities

Commitment to user-focused service

Preferred
2-3 years of professional experience related to website development

 
Job Description:  The S.C. Williams Library (www.stevens.edu/library) at Stevens Institute of Technology-the Innovation University-is seeking a web services librarian. The ideal candidate will be creative and professional, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a friendly, customer-driven environment.
Stevens, located in the heart of Hoboken, NJ, is a premier private coeducational institution with a focus on research, innovation and entrepreneurship in science and technology. For more information about Stevens, visit www.stevens.edu.

Job Description

Provide leadership and expertise in the management of the library website
Oversee the development and maintenance of the library website
Ensure that the website provides accurate information, easy navigation and effective user support
Ensure compliance with web/ADA standards, institute branding and security policies
Support library digital projects
Manage the mobile applications suite within the library environment
Evaluate, recommend and implement emerging technologies
Serve as a liaison to the online learning and IT departments
Interact with library staff to create and implement web-based library services
Work with distance learning staff to implement and manage current and future web interfaces and technologies
Collaborate with electronic resources librarian to provide access to electronic resources
Communicate with e-resource vendors and IT department to troubleshoot problems
Assess and test the website
Gather and analyze usage statistics related to the website and web-based services
Provide technical instruction and training to the library staff
Participate in library instruction to students and faculty
Participate in library and institute team meetings
Represent the library in local, regional and national meetings and committees

Benefits
Stevens Institute of Technology offers an extensive benefit package

Interested candidates with the above qualifications should submit a cover letter, résumé, and the names of three professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled.
See: https://www2.apply2jobs.com/Stevens/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=5730&CurrentPage=3

Design Librarian - P/T - NY

Instructional Design Librarian

Reports to: Library Information Literacy Director

Status: Part Time/20 hrs. per week

FLSA: Exempt

Location: Manhattan

About Touro College:

Touro is a system of Jewish-sponsored non-profit institutions of higher and professional education. Touro College was chartered in 1970 primarily to enrich the Jewish heritage, and to serve the larger American community. Approximately 19,000 students are currently enrolled in its various schools and divisions. Touro College has branch campuses, locations and instructional sites in the New York area, as well as branch campuses and programs in Berlin, Jerusalem, Moscow, Paris, and Florida. Touro University California and its Nevada branch campus, as well as Touro College Los Angeles and Touro University Worldwide, are separately accredited institutions within the Touro College and University System. For further information on Touro College, please go to: http://www.touro.edu/media/.

JOB SUMMARY:

Touro College Libraries seek an energetic and detail-oriented librarian to work part-time (20 hours) with the Information Literacy Director of the Libraries to promote information literacy in-person and in web-based learning environments, at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The candidate must have knowledge of effective teaching pedagogies and the technical skills to create online Library instruction classes that enhance information literacy and critical thinking skills.

JOB RESPONSIBILTIIES:

Responsible for the following but not limited to:

* Assists in building an online information literacy course

* Assists in incorporating information literacy concepts into the curriculum

* Becomes an embedded librarian in Blackboard courses

* Develops and designs instructional tools for face-to-face and online instruction

* Keeps up-to-date with emerging technology trends

 

REQUIREMENTS:

 

Education, Preparation, and Training

* Master's Degree from an ALA-accredited institution

* Two years plus instruction experiences in an academic library setting

* Knowledge of current and emerging trends in teaching and learning in academic library instruction

* Experience teaching information literacy concepts in an academic library setting

Skills

* Experience working with Blackboard

* Excellent interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills

* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively;

* Performs other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Physical Demands

* Extensive Use of Computers

* Extensive time sitting and standing

* Able to lift up to 5 lbs.

Computer Skills

* Proficiency in Blackboard, Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook

Travel

* None

Application Procedure:

Please send a cover letter with salary expectations and your resume to: [email protected]. The subject line of your email should read: "Part time Instructional Design Librarian"

 

Touro College is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. Our practices and employment decisions regarding employment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and other terms and conditions of employment are not to be based on an employee's race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, ancestry, military discharge status, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic predisposition, housing status, or any other protected status, in accordance with applicable law. Our policies are in conformance with Title IX, 1972 Education Amendments

http://www.touro.edu/general/jobopenings/Part%20time%20Instructional%20Design%20Librarian%20Job%20Posting.pdf 

Conservation Technician-Assistant - NJ

Requisition Number 1200231

Department Library - 690

Position Summary: This position is responsible for a variety of duties that support the work of the Preservation Office. These duties include retrieving, delivering, and charging the flow of materials into and out of Preservation; organizing and processing materials for outsourced preservation services such as preservation photocopies and the fabrication of protective enclosures; creating computer-generated labels for repaired materials and boxes; processing missing pages requests; and executing a range of minor conservation treatments.
Essential Qualifications Position Requires:

Individuals must have excellent hand skills, a high level of manual dexterity and possess high working aesthetics; must demonstrate good organizational skills and the ability to follow instructions exactly; possess strong computer skills, experience and proficiency with integrated library systems preferred; must display sensitivity when handling fragile library materials and be able to safely handle fragile, brittle and damaged library materials.
Preferred Qualifications Preferred:

Preferred experience include a knowledge and understanding of the practical concepts of conservation; experience in bookbinding, book repair or conservation treatment and with the tools, equipment and materials used in the repair of library materials; experience with Adobe InDesign software.

NOTE: This is a part time (approximately 18 hours per week), 5 month position
Directory Title: Conservation Technician I
Job Function: Office or Library Support
Grade: BLB 03
Standard Hour:s 18.13
Full-time/Part-time: Part Time
Eligible for Overtime: Yes
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Union Code: American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees
Education Required: High School or Equivalent
Application Deadline: 04-27-2012

Instructions for Applying Complete the online application and click "Apply to this Posting" at the top of the posting details page. 

Documents which can be associated with this posting Resume/CV
Cover Letter
Proposed Start Date
End Date, if a Term Appointment 10-01-2012

Comments related to end date: Part-Time (approximately 18 hours per week), 5 Month, Temporary Position

https://jobs.princeton.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=187805

Librarian - Quickr Database - CT

Description:
(1) Primary role will be to execute a defined process to clean-up/organize the MDM Quickr database to ensure appropriate documentation is filed to support the objectives and results of MDM Phase 1 Collection Systems, Phase 2 Assets, Phase 3 Spiral Testing, and Phase 3 CoRe MDM;
(2) as requested, compile weekly MDM status reports;
(3) as requested, participate in the updating of MDM risk registers and related documentation;
(4) as requested, participate in general MDM Project Management Office (PMO) activities.
Candidates MUST HAVE the following Experience/Skills:
working knowledge of Lotus Notes/Quickr and Microsoft Office, strong documentation/librarian standards knowledge, be a high calibre communicator, a strong organizer, a self-starter, a quick thinker, have the ability to collaborate and coordinate activities with diverse groups, have a professional project/office demeanor. Also, Candidates should have general office skills, report writing/editing skills.

Comments
Candidates with a Computer or Business Degree is preferable. Candidates should have at least 2 years Experience.

SKILLS

Lotus Notes/Quickr and Microsoft Office
Synectics is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Location Berlin, CT, United States of America
Industry
IT
Employment Business Synectics
Contact Synectics
Web Link http://www.synectics.com
Reference JS 65186-SY##
Posted Date 4/26/2012 10:40:53 PM
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Associate Director, Competitive Intelligence

Novo Nordisk A/S - Greater New York City Area
Job Description
Requisition ID 6422BR
Title ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR - COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE
Job Category Commercial Effectiveness
Job Description PURPOSE:

Leads Competitive Intelligence team and is responsible for providing evidence-based, strategic and tactical guidance through actionable intelligence briefings and deliverables. Position is responsible for discovery, consolidation and communication of key scientific trends, opportunities, threats and implications related to Novo Nordisk’s external environment and providing clear implications and guidance across broad and varied stakeholder levels. Functional responsibilities include directing, overseeing, and conducting analyses of competitor trials, market impact, landscape trends, launch timelines and other external issues as directed and set by senior leadership across Diabetes and Biopharmaceutical franchises. Makes recommendations to leadership teams charged with setting medical and clinical strategy. Enhances company marketplace position by leveraging knowledge gained about competitors and competitive environment; develops innovative solutions to complex, unstructured problems, while providing high-quality, consultative support in fulfilling the objectives of the Director, team, and NNI.

RELATIONSHIPS:

This job reports to the Director of North American Planning and Competitive Intelligence and supports and collaborates with the Director closely among all levels of key stakeholders across NNI and North America, which includes frequent interactions with Senior Leadership. Collects and analyzes key information from the Sales force, Medical department, Managed Care, etc., as well as from external sources. Manages multiple direct reports.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

COLLABORATION & COMMUNICATION: Develop and sustain close working relationships with key stakeholders, across brand marketing, CMR, sales operations and relevant NNAS departments; Builds diverse internal and external network for primary intelligence gathering and cross-validation.

COLLABORATION & COMMUNICATION: Oversee development of presentations with clear storylines to communicate key conclusions and recommendations to Sr. Leadership.

COMPETITIVE INSIGHT LEADERSHIP: Conducts special projects and adhoc requests as identified by CE leadership and in conjunction with current and anticipated business priorities.

COMPETITIVE INSIGHT LEADERSHIP: Drives and directs assimilation of competitive intelligence to ensure that marketing, clinical and business decision-making is supported by timely, accurate and cost-effective data and analysis. Viewed as a functional expert in this field by internal and external stakeholders.

COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE LEADERSHIP: Drives development of holistic, predictive landscape assessments and oversees other ad hoc analyses to: proactively address issues in support of company objectives, mitigate decision risk, drive action plan development and ultimately improve commercial and clinical planning.

COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE LEADERSHIP: En sure self and team effectively analyzes and triangulates disparate and often incomplete information, determines significance, assesses implications, provides analyses and communicates data to key stakeholders with recommended actions and potential counter measures as appropriate; Ensures rigorous assessment of the accuracy, validity and reliability of gathered information.

COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE LEADERSHIP: Ensure intelligence actions and efforts are well aligned and integrated into North American planning process, including any associated work streams.

COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE LEADERSHIP: Ensure self and team follows formal protocols and policies for the collection, assessment, classification, storage, and dissemination of competitive information in accordance with SCIP and Novo Nordisk’s SOP. Propose recommendations for continuous improvement.

COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE LEADERSHIP: Ensure self and team maintains high level of awareness of developments in the relevant scientific and commercial world, as well as developing relevant skills and techniques in spirit of best-in-class CI leadership.

COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE LEADERSHIP: Lead development of functional business intelligence plans in alignment with Commercial Effectiveness vision and organizational ambition.

COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE LEADERSHIP: Leads and provides actionable recommendations based on a) thorough analysis of internal and external business issues and environmental factors b) careful assessment of available data and determination of knowledge gaps c) translating data into trends with estimated business impact; proactively translates business challenges into research briefings and analysis.

COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE LEADERSHIP: Manage all related global information with key departments in Denmark and effectively coordinate with NNAS CI.

COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE LEADERSHIP: Oversee the creation and maintenance of CI tracking systems, repositories and infrastructure to help efficiently facilitate knowledge management across internal stakeholders.

COMPETITIVE INTELLIGENCE LEADERSHIP: Proactively plan and execute thorough cross-functional scenario planning initiatives to address key identified threats and issues affecting the organization and align efforts with the overall planning process; acts as strategic advisor in organization.

LEADERSHIP AND DEVELOPMENT: Champions the Triple Bottom Line in Competitive Intelligence and internal strategy consulting.

LEADERSHIP AND DEVELOPMENT: Develops innovative solutions to unstructured, complex problems; recommendations have significant impact on company (time, people, budget) resources and may affect ability to achieve company goals.

LEADERSHIP AND DEVELOPMENT: Pro-actively look for process improvement opportunities by challenging existing processes, proposing solutions, driving approved implementation plan to advance team capabilities, improve internal efficiencies and drive toward continued best-in-class functional leadership.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Approximately 20% overnight travel

DEVELOPMENT OF PEOPLE:

Ensure that reporting personnel have 3P forms with annual goals and measurements that are consistent with the priorities of the business, and that interim reviews are held so that their work is focused on those priorities, and they understand their level of accountability for results and the measurement process.

Ensure that the IDP forms include completed Learning and Aspiration plans and are in place for all reporting personnel to enable the achievement of goals and capability to assume increased levels of responsibility.

Manage the application and communication of all Novo Nordisk policies, procedures, and Novo Nordisk Way of Management.
Additional Information

 
Desired Skills & Experience
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS: EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

A Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in a science discipline. Advanced degree required.

Ability to balance multiple projects with competing deadlines.

Ability to influence people and facilitate cooperation of internal and external partners for both intelligence, acquisition and recommendation acceptance.

Ability to structure and present qualitative data in a compelling and convincing fashion.

Ability to structure and present qualitative data in a compelling and convincing fashion; strong writing, presentation, and project management skills.

Analytical and strategic thinking – able to see the big picture from scattered pieces of information; Ability to collect and synthesize complex information, making it relevant, understandable and actionable for key stakeholders.

At least 10 years of related experience in the pharmaceutical/healthcare industry, preferably with some experience in finance.

Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills required.

Expert level understanding of the intelligence cycle, especially collection, assessment, and management of primary data required.

Prior Managerial Experience required.

Proven track record of success of project management, with the ability work collaboratively across all functions with various levels of stakeholders.
Company Description
Novo Nordisk is a global healthcare company with leadership in diabetes care. The company has leading positions within haemophilia care, growth hormone therapy and hormone replacement therapy. Novo Nordisk employs more than 32,000 employees in 74 countries who strive to make a difference every day.

Novo Nordisk A/S Additional Information
Posted: April 13, 2012
Type: Full-time
Experience: Mid-Senior level
Functions: Marketing 
Industries: Pharmaceuticals 
Employer Job ID: 6422BR
Job ID: 2861503
See: http://www.linkedin.com/jobs?viewJob=&jobId=2861503&trk=rj_em&ut=1nuA8I9scxD5c1

Manager Documentation Systems - NJ

Description
The Corporate Quality Systems & Services Department is responsible for ensuring compliance of all Ikaria locations with the US Food and Drug Administration, International Standards Organization, and other applicable international regulations. This position provides for the management and control of Corporate Quality Documentation, including the documents, records and associated processes.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

* Establishes and maintains a central repository, including history files, for all controlled Quality & Regulatory documents and records.
* Implement and control the Corporate Document Management System as both a paper system and electronic system (Master Control Documents).
* Perform various duties essential to the implementation and maintenance of a regulated documentation system, including coordinating efforts for the control of new and updated Quality System procedures.
* Manages, assigns and prioritizes the document activities to the appropriate Corporate Document Management staff as required to support the system.
* Create and revise controlled documents, i.e. SOPs.
* Ensure changes and processes are properly implemented and documented.
* Prepare and review Standard Operating Procedures and ensure the submitted corporate procedures meet the requirements of Ikaria document control procedures.
* Assure controlled documents are appropriately reviewed and approved prior to implementation via the change control process. Interface with other department staff to answer questions regarding SOPs and documentation.
* Maintain controlled documents in strict compliance to departmental policies, regulations and standards.
* Identify, generate and publish metrics and reports related to the quality system.
* Maintain various quality systems logs and document indexes associated with the Corporate Document Management system and change control.
* Facilitates the effective processing of quality system documents to ensure they are maintained and archived in an organized and retrievable state (manual or electronic) for accountability and access for any regulatory body.
* Executes the retention policy system and process for all documentation, both manual and electronic. Develops QA procedure(s) specific to QA document retention.
* Supports/Conducts orientation and in house, site specific training on Quality documentation SOPs and the process. Develops, maintains and delivers training materials.
* Routinely conducts searches of Regulatory websites for new and revised regulations and standards. Establishes and maintains a QA archive/library of Quality reference standards, articles, journals and textbooks to enhance the department's knowledge of quality systems and strategies.
* Maintains an archive of Medical and Engineering literature pertinent to company devices.
* Other duties as assigned.

DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required for this position.
* A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in a Science/Engineering or other relevant discipline
* 5 - 7 years of overall experience with document/change control process and Quality Systems, preferably in the medical device/pharmaceutical industry.
* Excellent supervisory skills with 2 - 4 years direct management experience of 1 or more individuals.
* Demonstrated knowledge of QSR/GMP (21 CFR Part 210, 211, 820) regulations and ISO (ISO 13485) standards is required.
* Knowledge of 21 CFR Part 11 and Computer/Quality System Software validation, preferred.
* Proven ability to make improvements in processes and systems in a Quality Systems environment
* Worked with/established an Electronic Documentation system such as Documentum, Agile, Master Control or equivalent.
* Strong oral and written communication skills and effective interpersonal skills.
* Ability to multitask, prioritize and meet deadlines.
* Ability to meet deadlines
* Proficiency in Microsoft Office (SharePoint, PowerPoint, Word, Excel) and Adobe Acrobat/Acrobat Pro is required.
* Ability to communicate well with all levels of staff and organize inter-departmental meetings will be required.
* The ability to work well independently and follow through in a timely manner will be needed.
* The ability to pay attention to details and accuracy while being flexible; able to adapt to changing priorities is required.

Ikaria is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, or membership in any other class protected by applicable federal, state, local or foreign anti-discrimination laws.

Type Full-time
Location Corporate

http://www.candidatecare.com/srccsh/job.guid?_reqID=2000012340110

Digital Preservation Consultant - NY

Description

About AVPS

AudioVisual Preservation Solutions (AVPS) is a full service audiovisual preservation and information management consulting firm serving the educational, broadcasting, government, non-profit, and corporate sectors. With a strong focus on professional standards and best practices, open communication, efficient workflows, and the innovative use and development of technological resources, AVPS brings a broad knowledge base and extensive experience to efficiently and effectively meeting the challenges faced in the preservation and access of digital content.

AVPS team members are recognized experts in digital preservation, digital repository development and implementation, and the development of tools to support digital preservation and access workflows. AVPS implements digital preservation standards and best practices in order to compliment the needs and goals of projects and organizations. AVPS brings a unique focus on complex and diverse digital collections, including moving images, sound, still images, digital artworks, custom software, websites, text, and more. AVPS client collections range from a terabytes to petabytes in scale. Some recent digital repository and asset management projects include the Museum of Modern Art (MoMA), Stanford University, New York Public Radio, UN Women, and Facing History and Ourselves.

AVPS is committed to its employees and shows it. It is a respectful, supportive work environment. We have high standards and we reward success. We believe that when AVPS excels it is because of the people behind it.

Position Overview

AudioVisual Preservation Solutions is seeking a qualified candidate to fill the position of Digital Preservation Consultant. This position is in support of, and reports to a Senior Consultant on a variety of projects related to digital preservation and access, digital asset management, and metadata development and management.

Goals & Objectives

• Work in support of the AVPS vision
• Be an active participant in establishing and maintaining AVPS as the premiere consulting firm in deriving value from audio, video and film content
• Provide the best and most effective solutions for our clients
• Develop and retain clientele
• Continually learn and consistently contribute to the AVPS skill-set and knowledge base
• Increase awareness of and promote the AVPS brand and services

Responsibilities

• Conduct stakeholder interviews focusing on workflow, business processes, policies, and organizational goals and objectives for digital content
• Requirements development and documentation for digital preservation and access environments
• Use case development
• Metadata analysis and data modeling
• Compiling, managing, analyzing, and translating data sets
• System configuration, testing, documentation, and training
• Report drafting and editing
• Diagramming and modeling using notation such as ERD, UML, BPMN
• Project management and client communications
• Presenting at client meetings and conferences
• Act as liaison between technologists, archivists/collection managers, and administration
• Drafting internal processes and procedures
• Drafting and editing proposals
• Research, reporting and making recommendations on identified topics and areas of relevancy
• Continuing and professional development

Experience, skills and attributes:

• Preferred educational background in one or more of the following:
• Library and information sciences
• Audiovisual archiving and preservation
• Audiovisual production and/or engineering
• Computer sciences
• Solid grasp of digital preservation standards and best practices, including but not limited to OAIS and TRAC.
• Hands-on experience working with (i.e. processing, manipulating, managing) complex digital media and metadata
• Familiarity with metadata encoding and expression standards, including: XML, PBCore, PREMIS, METS, IPTC, RDF, OWL, SKOS
• Strong analytical skills
• Proficient in Mac and Windows operating systems and use of command line interfaces
• Must be comfortable working with a variety of expertise and roles within an organization
• Strong understanding and vision for uses and value of moving image and sound content in a wide variety of organizations and environments.
• Identifiable area(s) of professional expertise relevant to Moving Image and Sound Archiving and Preservation, including but not limited to:
• Identification and analysis of file-based media
• Reformatting and migration
• Storage systems and architectures
• Cataloging and metadata
• Databases and asset management systems
• Workflows
• Relevant standards and best practices
• Platforms and mechanisms for content distribution
• Awareness and knowledge of rights issues
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, as evidenced by clear and respectful communications with colleagues and clients
• Excellent writing skills and ability to organize and present complex material in a clear and logical manner
• Good presentation skills
• Good project planning, management and organizational skills
• Ability and willingness to travel for projects and conferences several times per year

Position Reports To: Kara Van Malssen
Location: New York City
Travel Required: 5 percent of the time (approximate)

Company Information
AudioVisual Preservation Solutions
350 7th Ave, Suite 1605
New York NY 10001
USA

Contact Information
Kara Van Malssen
Phone: 9174759630
[email protected]
http://www.avpreserve.com

http://metro.org/jobs/digital-preservation-consultant-195/

Digital Librarian (Manager) - CT

Job Description

The viable candidate should be skilled on the concept of concise writing and an ability to make information easy to locate.

Strong organizational skills in electronic records management, document classification and overall organization are required to bring a repeatable logical schematic to the business.

The ability to manage and improve knowledge through benchmarking our Cigna knowledge to the library industry/methods/processes, and improving overall knowledge sharing methods.

Demonstrated ability to share best practices and standards in content maintenance including the storing, archiving, and taxonomical layout is also a requirement.

Ability to teach and transfer assistance to other staff around the science of records management and maintenance.

Skills around how knowledge can/should be queried, tracked and trended to understand more about the users of knowledge.

Knowledge Management:

Employs management techniques effectively in directing, planning, organizing, staffing, coordinating, budgeting, and evaluating the knowledge library's operation. Ability to collect, synthesize and organize knowledge that makes it traceable, reusable and understandable across organizations.

Understanding overall performance of knowledge library - how often it is being used, by whom, user feedback, knowledge organization and classification. Looking for opportunities to streamline, improve, and align knowledge organizational practices to improve use, adoption and user satisfaction that can be shared with the larger Knowledge Community.

Works towards a common KM strategy for storage and maintenance.

Knowledge Organization Actual hands-on work with cataloging practices and processes including:

- Creating (and performing) consistency in how knowledge is tagged/number
- Creating consistent knowledge tags (categories, category choices, category definitions) that support evolving and demanding needs

Record Retention:

- Ensuring record retention standards are developed within Operating Effectiveness and utilized to ensure that the Corporate Record Retention Policy is maintained throughout the Knowledge Library
- Assisting Legal with record searches for valid legal reason (e.g., subpoenas, legal actions, etc.)
- Developing techniques to ensure that key knowledge records are retained and converted as appropriate from older or obsolete media storage methods (e.g. floppy disks, microfilm, etc.)

Continuous Development:

Collecting and sharing best practices to help users and knowledge authors continue to better catalog, link, classify and search for knowledge artifacts. Makes efficiency and librarian improvement suggestions that continuously streamline knowledge and knowledge management

Using all known tools (Renaissance, Clinical Policy Website, iComply, Corporate Policy Website, Dental Shared Drives, CBH Shared Drives, etc.) to ensure that proper linkages and sharing occur when/as necessary

Communications and Capacity:

Partnering with matrix ,business customers, and other Knowledge and Library organizations to support needs relative to knowledge cataloging, organizing, searching and linking.

What results or outcomes are expected to be accomplished by the position, and how are these accomplished?
- Improve Knowledge Organization - Increase utilization through ease of location. Improve knowledge adherence through better knowledge linkage and organization. - Reduce duplication, align knowledge presentation and organize knowledge so that it is easy to find and understand in the knowledge library.
- Knowledge Management Best Practices and Policies ; Sharing of best practices and tips that streamline knowledge classification, enhance knowledge searches, archiving/record retention, and enable full knowledge distribution/understanding across tools and business units.

 

What types of decisions is the position responsible for making?
- Knowledge cataloging practices and processes
- Development of a librarian process that will ensure knowledge can be retrieved, shared and archived in critical decisions/direction
- Driving improvements -Leading the execution of improvements around knowledge organization, presentation and knowledge storage working close with our other library organizations..

Requirements

Required: Master of Library Science, MIS degrees or equivalent experience in this field .

Skills and Abilities:

Demonstrated leadership experience; the ability to drive and influence change

As digital librarians, they should possess a very good interpersonal skills and strong communication skills both in oral and in written form.

They should enjoy researching and reading as well as manifest a good organizational skill.
A helping and teaching attitude

 

Encouraged:

- Certified Records Manager
- Electronic Records Management Practitioner certificate

 

Competency Areas of focus:

• Communicating 
• Professional Savoy 
• Organizational Agility 
• Listening & Informing 
• Personal & Interpersonal Skills 
• Interpersonal Savoy 
• Approachability 
• Managing Diversity 
• Managing Others 
• Building Effective Teams 
• Developing Direct Reports & Others 
• Managing and Measuring Work 
• Delivering Results 
• Priority Setting 
• Business Acumen 
• Drive for Results 
• Time Management 
• Total Works Systems 
• Dealing with Ambiguity 
• Problem Solving 
• Learning on the Fly 
• Creativity.

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