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Job title: Guide (part customer education, part reference advocate, part event planning)Business Unit: Branch ServicesHiring Pay range: $3,333 to $3,833 per monthJob Type: Full-time; exemptAt Anythink, we strive to connect customers with products to enrich their lives. As an Adult Guide, you share your passion for our materials and progamming through teaching and sharing hands-on experiences with our staff and customers. You're a sleuth at heart; you dig beneath the first layer when customers have questions, and then share that expertise with co-workers. You are the go-to person on what's new in our adult selection and you're the creative genius behind experiences and programs. We each have our specialties, but we collaborate to serve customers of all ages. Job description: You create ama ...

Job title: Guide (part customer education, part reference advocate, part event planning) Business Unit: Branch Services Hiring Pay range: $3,333 to $3,833 per month Job Type: Full-time; exempt Have you dreamed of making a difference in the lives of Teens? We will look to you to create magical and transformative experiences for our teens. If you have a friendly and approachable style that teens connect with, love young adult literature, music and media, thrive on inventing innovative progamming and are constantly exploring technology and social media, then being a Teen Guide at Anythink Wright Farms could be your dream job. Job description: You create amazing experiences for our library customers. You are the person who connects the customer with information they seek. You develop an ...

Job title: Wrangler: part product placement, part inventory control, part display technicianBusiness Unit: Branch ServicesPay Range: $9.35 per hourJob Class: Part-time, non-exempt Job description: We are changing the way people think about libraries, but our products are still the cornerstone of our operation. You will be in charge of ensuring our books, media and music are out on our shelves, ready to be picked up by our library customers. You will be refreshing displays and making sure the materials are in their correct locations. Ready to join in a bold opportunity to help us take community library services to an entirely new dynamic realm? Who you are: You are organized, detail-oriented, and keep things in tip-top order. You can’t rest until everything is put away; quite s ...

Job title: Concierge: part customer service, part technology troubleshooting, part product promotion Business Unit: Branch Services Pay range: $12.05 per hour Job Type: Part-time, non-exempt Job description: You’re the essence of the customer’s experience at the library. You greet people with a smile and welcome them into our library. You enrich people’s lives through meaningful dialogue about our products and services. You earn trust by being knowledgeable about our products and making recommendations that connect with the customer. You help our library customers find the fuel and the spark to unlimited ideas and opportunities. Ready to join in a bold opportunity to help us take community library services to an entirely new dynamic realm? Who you are: You ar ...

DESCRIPTION OF JOB: Duties:Provide professional research assistance during scheduled business hours; conduct research in response to patron requests.Assist with archival workshops or programs.Apply archival best practices, records preservation, and research techniques and records management principles.Arranges, evaluates, classifies and determines logical organization of analog and digital records. Locates information and documents using finding aides and guides; develops listings, indices and guides; assesses preservation and storage requirements; provides research and/or reference services; inventorying records and appraising legal, historical, and/or administrative significance and value. Training to develop records management programs with state agencies and political subdivisions.Pr ...

The Senior Network Administrator is responsible for the network architecture and network security of the district’s IT infrastructure. The position ensures the stable operation of the in-house computer LAN/WAN network. This includes planning, developing, installing, configuring, maintaining, supporting, and optimizing all network hardware, software, and communication links. The position is responsible for the availability of the district network infrastructure through analysis and trouble-shooting. Also ensures server availability through analysis and trouble-shooting, providing support for network users within designated guidelines. Douglas County Libraries is a fast paced continually evolving energetic environment. Top candidates must be highly motivated individuals who are willin ...

Library Technician, Colorado Mountain College, Steamboat Springs, Co Under the general supervision of the Library Director, the Library Technician provides clerical/technical services and support for the Campus Library. This position provides bibliographic instructional and information retrieval and reference services, catalogues and classifies materials, instructs/assists users; compiles data; prepares reports; and assists in operations, procedures, and processes for the College Library. Evening and weekend hours may be required. View/Download job description at http://www.coloradomtn.edu/employment ...

Library Director- Crown Point Community Library Read…Discover…Connect. Discover and connect with the charm and character of Crown Point and the Crown Point Community Library. The Crown Point Community Library (http://crownpointlibrary.org/) Board of Trustees seeks a talented and energetic Director to lead the Library and its constituents to meet the needs of this growing community. The Library Director will provide quality leadership, direct and support staff, and bring new ideas and exciting innovation to the Library. Crown Point Community Library, located in Lake County, Indiana, serves the 42,000 residents of Center and Winfield Townships. Governed by a seven-member Board of Trustees, the two library locations—downtown Crown Point Library and the Winfield Library&mda ...

Petoskey, Michigan has been a destination for generations. Make it your destination, too! The Petoskey District Library’s (http://www.petoskeylibrary.org/ new Library Director will be a critical contributor to the Petoskey arts and cultural community. The successful candidate will lead a committed, talented staff and active, vital Friends of the Library bringing innovation and creativity in generating new and effective library programs and services for the 14,568 residents of the City of Petoskey, Bear Creek Township, and Resort Township. Building on a new strategic plan outlining core values, the Director, with a five-member Board of Trustees, a $1.2 million budget, and a stunning, new Library (2004), will work to implement goals including, but not limited to, building relationships ...

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES IN THE FOLLOWING AREAS: Principles and practices of library circulation and reference resources including electronic resources Local, regional and national information resources and retrieval systems Principles and practices of an integrated library system (ILS) Methods and techniques of web design and on-line services Methods and techniques of system-wide training The functional description of this position is: Senior Librarian Digital Services - research, evaluate, acquire and implement digital, mobile and online services for the Library; primary contact with digital and online vendors; update and enhance Library web presence, including LibGuide maintenance and training; monitor the Library's social media outlets; train Library staff o ...

Direct, manage, supervise and participate in the work of staff responsible for providing a wide variety of services to the library patrons within one or more branch library facilities including the planning and directing of support services; supervise the activities and operations of those engaged in maintaining the collection and distribution; recommend the purchase of reference materials and coordinate exhibits and displays; coordinate assigned activities with other divisions and outside agencies and provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Assistant Library Director. ...

Duties: Manages the day-to-day operations of the Circulation Department on Friday afternoons and Saturdays and other times as needed. Staffs the Circulation Service Desk. Closes the library on Friday afternoons. Opens and closes the Library on Saturdays and other times as needed. Management of the Circulation Department entails assisting patrons, troubleshooting software and/or equipment problems, and managing the facility. Daily processing of lending requests from RapidILL, Prospector, Marmot, SWIFT and OCLC within the required turnaround time. Process E-journals entirely throughthe computer using specialized software systems. Transfers articles received in electronic format fromvarious software systems to the patrons. Searches for library material that is listed on the lost book list and ...

Description: Gain practical professional experience in a fast-paced academic library. The University of Colorado Boulder Libraries is looking for two Public Services Apprentices who will receive training in the research competencies and issues that are essential to new academic librarians. The apprentices will provide research assistance in person and virtually in a major academic library that serves a world-class research university. Requires a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend hours. This apprenticeship is a great opportunity to supplement your graduate studies with experiential learning. Duties of the Apprentice: Provide research assistance at the Norlin Library Research Desk Staff the Library’s chat reference service Attend trainings, workshops, meeting ...

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The Assistant Director serves as an innovative leader within the library and the community and is an information advocate and forward thinker who inspires learning, discovery and the development of 21st century skills in staff, volunteers, and the community. The position oversees and provides a variety of programming, content selection and creation, and direct patron service. The Assistant Director inspires continued learning, collaboration, skill development, and advocates for the library. The Assistant Director also performs professional level work and provides leadership and direct supervision to staff in one or more specialized aspects of library operations. This person leads in the development and implementation of new and/or enhanced services. ...

Seeking a forward thinking and dynamic librarian to supervise the youth services department of the Farmers Branch Manske Library. This position is ideal for someone who genuinely enjoys working with children and has a passion for promoting youth literacy. The Youth Services Supervising Librarian will be responsible for providing reference and advisory services to children and their parents, assisting in selecting children’s books and materials, and creating public relations materials to promote Youth Services’ programming and events. A major part of this job will be developing and conducting original, vibrant programming for children that encourages reading, viewing and listening skills, and promotes the use of library facilities and materials. Responsibilities include: Develop ...

LSSI is seeking a forward thinking Library Director for the Finney County Public Library. It is ideal for an energetic early career librarian with a passion for exceptional library service. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated knowledge of sound public library management principles, best practices, trends, and current professional theories. Ability to exercise good judgment, along with the ability to communicate effectively and positively with various government and community groups. Ability to lead and inspire staff with creative new ideas for increasing library services while growing the use of and support for library services among the public and strategic partners is very important. This is a highly visible position requiring a dynamic librarian capable of working closely ...

Position is Salaried, Full Time Primary Function Assists Library Director in the management, supervision, and administration of the library to provide services to library patrons in accordance with library policy. Qualifications, Education, Experience, and Skills Spanish language skills, both written and spoken. Completion of a Masters degree in Library Science from an accredited institution. A minimum three years of library experience. Excellent communication skills, good organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize. Maintains knowledge of standard library principles and practices and concepts of freedom of speech, intellectual freedom, copyright, collection development, weeding, patron confidentiality, censorship and other library ethical issues. Expertise and proficien ...

TWO POSITIONS AVAILABLE Background Information: Reference Services provides professional reference service to the city and region, in order to further lifelong learning for our customers and support staff system-wide in the acquisition of reference skills. Our collection includes 36,000 reference books, 120,000 bound reference periodicals, 1.7 million Federal Documents and a wide range of electronic resources. DPL is a Federal Selective Depository Library as well as a Patent and Trademark Resource Center. The successful candidate will demonstrate passion and innovation in providing exemplary customer service to the public. This is an outstanding opportunity to work alongside and learn from a team of highly experienced colleagues. What You’ll Do: Work downtown at the Central Libra ...

Do you love the energy and enthusiasm of a library buzzing with children and families in creative play? Do you love engaging with members of the community and enjoy presenting story times and other programs for all ages? Are you committed to the importance of library services to families? Is excellent customer service in your forte? Do you thrive on new and ever changing opportunities inside the library and beyond? If you said yes, we'd like to meet you! Our ideal candidate has a passion for libraries, is open to new ideas and will bring energy, enthusiasm and a sense of humor to work. ...

Library Director, Timberline Campus, Leadville, Colorado Under the direction of the Director of Campus Operations, the Library Director plans, organizes, directs and controls the Campus Library and works collaboratively with the Virtual Librarians for the delivery of library services, providing support for instructional services for the campus. This position develops and implements procedures and processes; integrates new technology; promotes library services; designs and manages operations; directs and controls selection and acquisition of print and non-print materials, information management systems, access to virtual library resources and media services; manages inventory; administers budgets; supervises staff; develops community relations. View/download job description at http://www. ...

Promotes and coordinates the use of instructional resources, technology, and equipment which will enrich the curriculum, stimulate growth, and challenge students in their research, study, and lifelong learning. Ensures the effective use of information, and empowers students to be critical thinkers, readers, skillful researchers, effective communicators, and ethical users of information. Collaborates with classroom and content teachers to design and implement lessons and units of instruction and assesses student learning and instructional effectiveness to ensure World Class Outcomes and Targets, the 4C’s, and 21st century skills integration. Provides the leadership and expertise necessary to ensure that the school library program is aligned with the mission, goals, and objectives of t ...

Pueblo City-County Library District (PCCLD) is searching for a knowledgeable, innovative, customer- focused individual tojoin the PCCLD team as theCirculation Manager. The purpose of the Circulation Manager is lead the district in continuous improvement of its Circulation practices by developing efficiencies, providing training, recommending policies and managing the Circulation Department at the Rawlings Library. The position manages staff and is accountable for achieving key results. This position frequently participates in District projects that relate to circulation operations, customer service and collections security. Who will you be working with: The Circulation Manager reports to the Director of Public Services and manages the Circulation Department staff and volunteers. Works w ...

Part-time Librarian opportunity at the NEW Greenhorn Valley Library in Colorado City. Pueblo City-County Library District has a part-time Librarian opportunity at the new Greenhorn Valley Library in Colorado City. The part-time Librarian will provide professional expertise, based on knowledge of library principles, to develop and facilitate programs that link outside organizations and resources to the Library that best meet the needs of the community. The impetus behind the Branch Librarian’s activities is to promote program attendance, increase visits to the library and promote circulation of the Library’s materials and e-services. Who will you be working with: The Branch Librarian reports to the Branch Manager. This position works as a team member to coordinate efforts ...

Interview, train, supervise, schedule and evaluate staff for Branch facility Implement and interpret library policies for library users and staff Provide readers advisory and references services, including online searching Acts as a liaison between library administration, other branches and branch staff Develop and maintain rapport with the community organizations and the Friends of the Library Group Attend and participate in professional activities, conference and committees Supervise building maintenance needs Develop and maintains current collection to address diverse information needs Develop the branch’s annual budget for administration; monitor and apportion expenditure of branch’s gift and memorial fund Identify library needs in the community; plan and provide ...

Role:Answers patron requests for information and assistance, assists patrons with self-check and library technology, and assists with programs. Major Duties and Responsibilities: 35% - PATRON ASSISTANCE – Assists patrons in the use of library materials and technology by guiding them in searching the catalog and stacks, accessing databases, and navigating the Internet in order to locate resources in the collection and online; Assists users with selecting materials. E 15% - TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTION – Applies digital technology skills by answering questions in order to assist patrons in using library technology; Fosters a nonjudgmental, supportive environment for a diverse population of technology users by using patience and effective communication to assure they receive a posi ...

**Work Schedule: Varies, weekend and evening hours included.** The Library Associate provides customer service and back room support for library operations.Welcomes and offers assistance to patrons. Performs circulation functions.Prepares library materials. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The listed examples of work are not intended to be all-inclusive.They may be modified with additions, deletions, or changes as necessary. Essential Duties & Responsibilities Assists patrons in identifying, locating, and using library resources to include print, non-print, and digital resources. Performs all circulation functions.Includes creating patron accounts, issuing cards, checking materials in and out, maintaining patron database, and collecting fines. Assists patrons in the use of library ...

Worcester Polytechnic Institute is looking for a new head of Research and Instruction Services at the Gordon Library. We are a small, but dynamic library, and over the last five years we have made good progress moving into new and innovative areas. Our team has 20 people, 6 in Research and Instruction, which shows the emphasis we put on our core mission to teach and support research. The Assistant Director for Research and Instruction Services is a senior level management position that has primary responsibility for planning, coordinating, and promoting the research and instruction program of the Gordon Library. This position is a part of the library’s administrative team and contributes to decisions on policies, operations and library budget. We are doing some exciting things such a ...

The University of Denver Libraries is seeking an innovative, dynamic, and collaborative professional for the position of Science and Engineering Reference Librarian. This position reports to the Associate Dean for Student and Scholar Services. The Science and Engineering Reference Librarian serves as liaison to the physical and life sciences, engineering, computer science, geography, and mathematics departments, with responsibility for provision of research services, instruction, and collection development in those areas. Participating fully as part of the reference and collection development teams, the librarian provides hour-long general and specialized consultations for students, faculty, and staff in the Research Center, and teaches information literacy workshops in assigned disciplin ...

Artstor Account Manager New York City Artstor is a nonprofit organization with a mission to use digital technology to enhance scholarship, teaching, and learning in the arts and sciences. We bring together 1.8 million high-quality images for education and research and offer the tools to catalog, manage, and distribute digital media collections. Our products and services are made available via the Internet through site licenses with educational and other nonprofit institutions. Artstor is headquartered in New York, NY. The Account Manager will be responsible for increasing revenues and subscriptions to the Digital Library and Shared Shelf, Artstor's collection management service. This position includes some travel (10%-30%), and requires a self-motivated, flexible, organized team player ...