SLA San Diego Chapter

SLA-SD 2011 Scholarship

The San Diego Chapter of the Special Libraries Association (SLA-SD) is pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for its 2011 scholarship. The scholarship is $1000 plus a one-year student membership in SLA-SD. 

In order to qualify, applicants must:

  * be a resident of San Diego County

  * be enrolled in an ALA-accredited Master's degree program

  * have an interest in pursuing a career in special libraries

To be considered, applicants must submit:

  * A personal statement of 500-1000 words discussing their interest in special libraries and future career goals

  * A current resume, which should include MLIS coursework completed to date and anticipated graduation date

Upon selection, the recipient will also be required to submit proof of enrollment in an ALA-accredited Master's degree program (unofficial transcript) and proof of residency in San Diego County (copy of driver's license or voter registration card).

Membership in SLA-SD is encouraged, but not required, and the award includes a one-year student membership in the organization.

To submit an application, send your personal statement and resume as .doc (or .docx) attachments to [email protected] by Monday, October 31, 2011. Please use the subject line "SLA-SD Scholarship Application. 

The winner will be notified in early November. The scholarship will be officially awarded at the chapter's Annual Business Meeting and Holiday Dinner in early December.

 

Virtual Library Manager - Santa Clara County, CA

Santa Clara County Library District invites applications for the position of Manager, Virtual Library. This is a newly created position to manage the Santa Clara County Library District’s fast-growing virtual services, including the Library website, social media, blogs, eBooks, downloadable media, mobile application, and dozens of online databases. The position is based at the Library Administration offices in Los Gatos, manages the staff of the Virtual Library division, and reports to the Deputy County Librarian for Information Technology and Collection.

For more details, please visit: http://bit.ly/virtualSCCLjob

Applications must be received no later than Friday, October 19, 2011.

Library Systems Analyst - Cal State LA (search reopened)

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: management and administration of all aspects of the ILS; advises the University Librarian; collaborates with the Library Information Technology Consultant, Library Web Administrator, Electronic Resources Coordinator in long-term library technology strategic planning and implementation of specialized library applications such as discovery layer technology, web applications and digital initiatives; provides user support and performs assessment, research, and troubleshooting to resolve ILS related issues; provides vision and leadership in the investigation and implementation of new and emerging technologies; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Special Desired Qualifications: Have familiarity of metadata standards including MARC and Dublin Core. Knowledge of library technology protocols such as OpenURL and Z39.50. Documented experience in UNIX, Solaris, Linux and Windows operating systems. Knowledge of a broad range of library functional areas and how they are supported by the ILS. Knowledge of and skills in library web coding, scripting languages, and open source content management systems such as Drupal, Joomba, Wordpress, HTML, XML, CSS, PHP, Java Script, and SQL. Expereince with PeopleSoft (human resources management system), OCLC ILLiad (resource sharing management software), eReserves, and library digitization projects. Knowledge of database architecture such as Access. Demonstrated experience in training library personnel in the use of Millennium or similar ILS.

Application instructions are available here.

SLA-San Diego Fall Seminar October 14, 2011: Registration is Now Closed

 Please join us for an exciting, interactive, and informative day!!

The Future-Ready Information Professional: Adding Value through Agility, Innovation, and Collaboration

Topics include:
•    The Future-Ready Librarian: Getting Current with New Technologies to Anticipate Your Users’ Needs
•    Your Next Strategic Plan: Nine Future-Ready Principles to Make it Successful
•    Measure Up: Using Six Sigma Tools for Continuous Library Improvement
•    Copyright Issues and the Academic: Creating a Comfort Level in Librarian and Faculty Collaboration
•    Creating and Using Your Own Peer Learning and Mentoring Community
•    FutureReady 365 Blog: From Idea to Applied Science

Speakers:
➢    Marydee Ojala, Editor of ONLINE magazine
➢    Dave Harmeyer, Associate Dean of University Libraries, Azusa Pacific University
➢    Lesley Farmer and Alan Safer, California State University Long Beach
➢    Virginia C. Hire Damrauer, Systems Administrator, National University (San Diego) Library; Jack Hamlin, National University; Steven Fleisher, Law/Business Liaison, National University (San Diego) Library
➢    Nancy Angelo and Linda Garnets (Angelo-Garnets Consulting, Organizational Psychologists with specialization in organizational change); Amy Kautzman, Associate Librarian Humanities and Social Sciences, UC Davis; and Helen Henry, Associate Librarian Administrative Services, UC Davis
➢    Christian Gray, Atlas Consulting and Reprints Desk

Date:     Friday, October 14, 2010, 8 am – 4 pm
Location:  Marina Village - Starboard Room (Directions)
    1936 Quivira Way
    San Diego, CA 92109

Plenty of free parking available.

Price:
    Rates include breakfast, lunch, and mid-morning and afternoon refreshments!
•    SLA Members $70
•    Non-members $85
•    Students/Unemployed/Retirees $35

REGISTRATION: Registration is now closed. For questions, please contact Lauren Rasmussen a [email protected]