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Director – Hennepin County Library (MN)TheHennepin County Library (MN)seeks a leader with a combination of confidence and humility, vision and curiosity, and a demonstrated commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion as its next Library Director. Consistently rated one of the top public library systems in the country, Hennepin County Library serves 1.3 million residents over 611 square miles, including the city of Minneapolis, through its 41 libraries, outreach services, and website.Hennepin County is the largest county government in Minnesota and the Library is one department within the Resident Services line of business. Hennepin County and its departments have organized themselves strategically around reducing interconnected disparities that separate our residents who are thriving ...

This supervisory librarian position oversees technical services staff responsible for acquisitions, serials management, cataloging, collection maintenance, and e-resource management for materials procured for the Headquarters library and for six satellite libraries located throughout the circuit. In addition, the Head of Technical Services is the circuit library’s primary Acquisitions Librarian, responsible for all related legal resource procurement activities. This position may assist with setting library policies and administration-related projects. This position is in the headquarters Library for the Tenth Circuit in Denver, Colorado. ...

ANNOUNCEMENT OF POSITION VACANCYInstruction and Research LibrarianABOUT THIS POSITIONSummary: Supporting the developing research skills of a diverse student population, the Instruction and Research Librarian employs dynamic approaches to advance information literacy in alignment with academic standards via course-integrated instruction, virtual and scheduled reference, workshops, outreach, and the creation of a variety of online learning objects. Under the guidance of the Head of Instruction Librarian, the librarian provides high quality, student-centered learning experiences for on-campus and distance-based students.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (Other related duties may be assigned):Support on-campus and online students, faculty, and staff through individual consultations, chat, ...

DutiesThe Boulder Labs Library, serving Department of Commerce research for NOAA, NIST and NTIA, is recruiting a GS-11/12-equivalent professional Technical Information Specialist. The TIS will perform the following duties: Serve as the leader and main contact point for electronic information tools, services, and OCLC World Share Management Services (WMS). Streamline procedures and workflows for making the Library's electronic collections discoverable and accessible. Maintain, customize, and develop new features in WMS for the delivery of library content. Serve as library webmaster to ensure website is kept updated and new features added. Use statistical software to monitor usage.Develop an evidence-based collection assessment program and communicate findings to stakeholders. Conduct strate ...

Title: Young Adult Library Assistant (24 Hours)The Newport Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic and forward-thinking individual for the position of Part-Time Young Adult Library Assistant. This position is 24 hours per week including evening and rotating Saturday hours. Occasional Sunday hours are required as needed.Duties:Reference Services· Provides Readers’ Advisory and reference services to all patrons, as required.· Provides instruction to groups and individuals, both formally and informally, regarding the use of library materials and services, including use of electronic resources and the public access catalog.· Provides technical assistance to patrons using electronic resources in the library including printing, monitoring PCs, troubleshooting, database use, mobile printin ...

DutiesThe Boulder Labs Library, serving Department of Commerce research for NOAA, NIST and NTIA, is recruiting a GS-11/12-equivalent professional Technical Information Specialist. The TIS will perform the following duties:Serve as the leader and main contact point for electronic information tools, services, and OCLC World Share Management Services (WMS). Streamline procedures and workflows for making the Library's electronic collections discoverable and accessible. Maintain, customize, and develop new features in WMS for the delivery of library content. Serve as library webmaster to ensure website is kept updated and new features added. Use statistical software to monitor usage.Develop an evidence-based collection assessment program and communicate findings to stakeholders. Conduct strateg ...

Assist in the management of various activities and operations within the Library Division which may include, library system management, library branch management, library program coordination, support services, circulation management, fiscal services, technical services, digital services, and the Integrated Library System; coordinate assigned activities with other divisions and outside agencies and provide highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Associate Director, Library.Preferred knowledge: Operational characteristics, services and activities of a library services programPrinciples and practices of library managementPrinciples and practices of library program development and administrationPrinciples and practices of municipal budget preparation and administrationMod ...

Description of DutiesThe Executive Director works under the direction of the governing Board of Directors of Otis Library and is responsible for all aspects of library operations and functions. The Executive Director advocates for the library at the local level, meets the requirements of the Board, complies with all applicable laws and regulations, and meets the needs of the community and staff. The candidate should have in-depth knowledge of current issues impacting library services, a strong vision to guide the staff and Board members, and communication skills to tell the Library’s story to the community and stakeholders.About the Position:Board Relations: The Executive Director shall administer and execute policies adopted by the board; prepare regular monthly reports and apprise the ...

We are seeking dynamic, customer-focused Patron Experience Associates at our Standley Lake Library to provide frontline library service to the diverse and growing residents of Jefferson County and beyond. Helping people find the information they need – whether it be what to read next, how to download an e-book or how to find a job – is what we do all day, every day. If you're passionate about providing outstanding customer service, serving your community, and are ready to contribute to the Library's success, then this may be the job for you!The Division of Public Services supports the mission and vision of the Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) by creating the essential destination where residents can find just the service, program or material delivered in the way that fits them ju ...

Librarian – Collection Development Minimum salary: $49,792Are you innovative, energetic, and curious? Do you believe in working collaboratively with a winning attitude to advance the mission of libraries? Then the Waco-McLennan County Library wants you to join its team. We are searching for someone who is passionate about providing excellent library services to the community and excited about new challenges. The ideal candidate will be flexible, friendly, self-motivated, and ready to contribute to the library’s success.Position Description:Primary responsibilities include selecting materials, overseeing material budgets, monitoring the database and the accuracy of library records, analyzing and interpreting library data, and responding to internal and external suggestions for the colle ...

This position reports to the Head of Information Services and is responsible for providing responsive and effective circulation and research support across all aspects of Information Services operations. A key role on the library’s information services team, this position is accountable for activities related to both Circulation and Reference operations within the reorganized unit of Technology & Information Services, including borrower services, interlibrary loan, collection development, reference, instruction and outreach. In April 2020, the Library will have completed a major transformation of most of its public service spaces, including a new technology-rich information commons, the Workshop (an open learning and collaborative space) and a merged public services desk. The incumbe ...

Description:The Assistant Library Director/Outreach Librarian provides professional library and managerial services in a diverse community to patrons of all ages, but especially adults and older adults. This position plans and leads adult and senior programming, develops and sustains relationships with community organizations, helps to manage the library’s technology and digital services, and assumes management responsibility for overall library operations and personnel in the absence of the Library Director. The Turner Free Library is in the process of acquiring a brand new, state-of-the-art bookmobile/STREAM (science, reading, technology, engineering, arts, and math) lab, which the Assistant Library Director will oversee. The Assistant Library Director works with a high degree of indep ...

Bilio is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented intern to join our team as a Material Librarian or Archivist. This is a full-time, paid position that will provide valuable experience and professional development in the field of library or archival science, with a focus on soft goods materials.A Bilio Material Librarian or Archivist - Soft Goods - Responsibilities:Assist with the organization and maintenance of material collections.Assist with the creation of inventories and other descriptive tools.Provide reference and research assistance to material culture users.Participate in collection development and management activities.Assist with outreach and engagement activities to promote material culture services and collections.Perform other duties as assigned.Preferred ExperienceThere are n ...

JOB SUMMARYThe Circulation Assistant staffs the circulation desk during operating hours (Tues-Sat 10-4 & Sun 1-5) under the direction of the Archivist and Special Collections Librarian. The position is part time, for a maximum of 26 hours per week. Duties include welcoming members and visitors, providing front-line patron assistance, circulating materials to members and other authorized borrowers, assisting in shelving of books and periodicals, and answering incoming calls and directing complex patron queries to appropriate staff for resolution. The Circulation Assistant will also assist other library staff with projects related to the operation of the library as assigned, such as checking in new periodicals, deaccessioning weeded materials, printing new labels, assessing collections e ...

Following a complete renovation of its library facilities, Black Hills State University seeks a motivated and dynamic person to serve as Director of Libraries. The Director establishes a vision and provides collaborative leadership for library services, resources, projects, and use of library spaces. This position will build and maintain relationships acrossBHSUcampuses with administration, faculty, students and student organizations, and other campus entities, as well as other libraries and the Spearfish community. Advocating for the role of the library as a partner in meeting the educational mission of the university is of critical importance. This is a 12-month position that reports directly to the provost.RESPONSIBILITIES:AdministrationLead library strategic planning and projects. Admi ...

It is an exciting time to work for the City of Aurora, we're growing and looking for dedicated and collaborative individuals to join our team of talented and valued employees. Excellent organizations have a set of principles, or core values, that are used to implement their mission and vision. Those values represent the touchstone for the organization, guiding the decisions of the individuals and the organization. At the City of Aurora, we demonstrate our excellence by modeling the CORE 4 Values of:Integrity,Respect, Professionalism, andCustomer Service, and we welcome all who share these values to apply.Why Work for Aurora?Make a difference in the lives of real people every dayDiverse communityCompetitive total compensation packageWell-Funded General Employees Retirement PlanLight rail st ...

The Jesse M. Smith Memorial Library is seeking a creative and enthusiastic Teen Librarian. This position involves planning, implementing and supervising all teen library services in a vibrant and busy public library. We are looking for someone to connect with teens, and provide a safe and welcoming place environment. The teen librarian also assists with reference services as needed. This position reports to the Assistant Director. This is a full time position (35 hours per week) with some nights and weekends required.Minimum Qualifications:Masters of Library Science from an institution accredited by the American Library Association.Prior library experience preferably in teen services.Ability to work independently.Exemplary customer service skills. Comfortable working with the public in bus ...

The Granite Falls Library serves the fast-growing community of Granite Falls and its surrounding area.Nestled in the shadows of the beautiful Cascade Mountains, Granite Falls abounds with scenic vistas and outdoor recreational activities.The library provides the public with a varied selection of material to browse and checkout as well as the important services of computer, internet and Wi-Fi access and presents storytimes for children and a variety of programs for all ages.The successful candidate will serve our community by assisting customersat the library circulation desk, answering phones, processing library material, providing contact-free services, registering customers for library cards and performing other circulation tasks according to library needs.The person selected will work a ...

The Snohomish Library serves the City of Snohomish and the surrounding area with approximately 60,000 people in the service area. The community makes use of the library services including the public computers, study tables, study rooms, and the public meeting room. The programs for youth, especially storytimes, are well attended and draw customers into the library to make use of the library’s collection, making it the third busiest branch of the Sno-Isle locations.The successful candidate will serve our community by providing assistance at the library circulation desk, answering phones, checking library materials in and out both in person and through our contact-free services, register customers for library cards, and perform other circulation tasks according to library needs.This positi ...

IT Application Engineer​Role: Provides support, administration and leadership for applications and client systems requiring mid to advanced levels of technical acumen. Ensures responsive and stable technology solutions and services while providing customer support.Major Duties and Responsibilities:50% – ADMINISTRATION AND SUPPORT OF APPLICATIONS & SERVICES – With considerable independence ensures assigned systems are responsive, stable and available. Acts as the point for off the shelf, sometimes industry specific, software including the installation, configuration, testing, monitoring, troubleshooting, account management and ongoing upgrades and patches. Ensures data accuracy and integrity, confirms best practice implementation including required security measures. Monitor curr ...

Library PageRole: Returns library materials to shelves and checks in returned materials enabling patrons to find library materials in places where they expect them to be.Major Duties and Responsibilities:40% - SHELVING – Shelves library materials by loading carts with returned materials; placing materials on the appropriate shelf according to Dewey decimal number, author name, or title in order to return materials to library shelves. (Essential)30% - CIRCULATION – Checks in returned materials and sorts and routes the materials to their proper location in order prepare materials for shelving. (Essential)15% - SHELF READING & SHIFTING – Reads the order of materials on the shelves by checking for correct Dewey decimal or alphabetical order, shifts and straightens materials to correc ...

Librarian - Children'sLINC (Library Innovation Center) is a 62,000 square foot building that represents the next iteration of the High Plains Library District is scheduled to open May 2023. The newly constructed, state-of-the art building features a fully equipped makerspace with 3D printers, laser engravers, cri-cuts, and a plasma cutter, an industrial room with woodworking equipment, two large innovation workspaces, an innovation classroom, an art studio, a recording studio, podcast room, and an interactive Children's Innovation Workshop. The High Plains Library District's Local History and Genealogy Collection will be housed at LINC. A community catalyst for workforce development, STEM education, and future innovation, LINC is a place where creativity and possibilities come to life. Rol ...

Library Associate - Substitute Role: Answers patron requests for information and assistance, assists patrons with self-check and library technology, and plans and conducts programs.Major Duties and Responsibilities:35% - PATRON ASSISTANCE – Serves as the first point of contact for patrons in assistance with using library materials and information, guiding them in searching the catalog and stacks, accessing databases, and navigating the Internet; and passes the patron on to a Librarian for further assistance beyond the efforts required of a reference interview. (Essential)20% - CIRCULATION – Checks out and renews materials; Assists patrons with self-checkout and checking in materials; issues and updates library cards; and follows procedures and collects money for fines and over-dues; pr ...

Library Associate Role: Answers patron requests for information and assistance, assists patrons with self-check and library technology, and plans and conducts programs.Major Duties and Responsibilities:35% - PATRON ASSISTANCE – Serves as the first point of contact for patrons in assistance with using library materials and information, guiding them in searching the catalog and stacks, accessing databases, and navigating the Internet; and passes the patron on to a Librarian for further assistance beyond the efforts required of a reference interview. (Essential)20% - CIRCULATION – Checks out and renews materials; Assists patrons with self-checkout and checking in materials; issues and updates library cards; and follows procedures and collects money for fines and over-dues; processes holds ...

The Acquisitions & Cataloging Technician is a full-time staff position in the Collection Management unit at the Arthur Lakes Library of Colorado School of Mines. In collaboration with the Head of Collections Management, this role helps develop the vision and strategic goals for library print and electronic acquisitions and overall collection management.The Acquisitions & Cataloging Technician assists all Collection Management staff through work tasks pertaining to physical or electronic collections including maintenance, inventory, shifting, and weeding. The position manages the physical processing of new materials such as books and serials. The position also participates in copy cataloging, handling routine catalog maintenance tasks, resolving cataloging problems of varying levels ...

Library Director – Rocky River Public Library (OH)TheRocky River Public Library (OH)Board of Trustees seeks a proven communicator with strong organizational management skills and a willingness to build community relationships as its next Library Director. A previous Library Journal Star library, RRPL serves the nearly 22,000 residents of the city from a historic single 56,500 sq. ft. branch with 58.43 FTE and a $4.8 million budget. The seven-member Board of Trustees is appointed by the Rocky River City Schools Board of Education. Library highlights include the Cowan Pottery Museum, numerous individualized services for patrons, and membership in the robust CLEVNET consortium. Key initiatives are ongoing implementation of the strategic plan, fiscally responsible management of the public’ ...

Director – Minerva Public Library (OH)TheMinerva Public Library (OH)Board of Trustees seeks a Library Director who is a creative and innovative thinker ready to lead the library into a new future. The ideal candidate will be a collaborative leader who can bring out the best in a dedicated staff, and effectively represent and promote the library in the community with energy and enthusiasm.In a campus-like setting adjacent to Minerva Elementary School and the YMCA, the 24,000-square-foot building was completely renovated in 2003 and provides ample space for programs and meetings as well as a 98,000-item collection. The library’s service area includes portions of three counties with just under 12,000 residents. A staff of thirteen (9.5 FTE) serves 6,800 local cardholders. Ohio’s Public ...

General Definition of WorkProvides assistance to library patrons in various sections of the library. Provides library services to all patrons to assist them intheir recreational, informational, research, and education needs. May assist in the development and implementation of speciallibrary section programs including selection of materials, publicity, scheduling, events, etc. This position may work evenings and weekends.*Bilingual, Spanish language is highly desired.*Supervision ReceivedWorks under the general guidance and direction of Library Service Director or Library Section Manager.Supervision ExercisedProvides close to general supervision to staff as directed.Qualification RequirementsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function sati ...

The individual in this position will assist in coordinating and creating graphic design and social media marketing at Laramie County Library System. The person in this position has the opportunity to help the Community & Media Relations team expand its current marketing efforts by participating in the production of large publicity campaigns, social media content, digital marketing, direct advertisements, and more. A creative, organized, curious, and team-oriented individual will do well in this position as they use their diverse skills to help inform the Laramie County community about the wide range of services, products, and resources the library offers. This position offers a breadth of responsibilities and tasks, making it an ideal job for those who enjoy new challenges, creative pr ...

Reporting to the Head of Reference, Outreach, & Instruction in Healey Library, and working closely with other units across the Library (including Collections, Archives & Special Collections, Library Systems & Discovery Services, Technical Services) and across the University as needed (e.g. IT, the Open Educational Resources [OERs] Working Group, instructional and learning designers, etc.), the Scholarly Communications, Data, & Affordable Learning Librarian will have a strong commitment to user-centered service delivery and to student and faculty success. The successful candidate will promote awareness, adoption, creation, and support for Open Education and Affordable Learning Initiatives, and for Open Access publishing inquiries. The successful candidate will also oversee t ...