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The Job Announcement Board is provided by South Central Regional Library Council. To post an announcement please email: Diane Capalongo  Job announcements will removed from our Jobs page thirty days after the day of posting unless the hiring institution requests otherwise.

 

Browse Current Job Postings: Binghamton University | Capital District Library Council | Cornell University (2) | Finger Lakes Library System | Sidney Memorial Public Library

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Capital District Library Council

Executive Director

The Capital District Library Council (CDLC), located in Albany, NY, is seeking a dynamic and creative library leader to become the organization's next Executive Director. This individual will provide leadership and work with the CDLC Board of Trustees to articulate the vision of the Council to develop and deliver programs and meet member needs in a changing information service environment. See the full Job Description for additional details.

The Capital District Library Council is one of New York's nine Reference and Research Library Resources (NY 3Rs) multi-type systems. Members of the NY 3Rs include individual libraries – academic, special, hospital, and public – as well as public and school library systems. CDLC facilitates information management, staff development, and resource sharing for the libraries of the ten-county Capital District region of upstate New York optimizing success through collaboration. CDLC promotes leading-edge reference and research resources to the region; strengthens cooperation among all types of libraries including museums and archives; facilitates communication among CDLC members and their staffs; and supports exploration and innovation in library services.

Required qualifications include an MLIS degree or equivalent; at least eight full years of post-Master of Library Science professional library experience, at least two years of which shall have been in an administrative capacity; a proactive, positive and professional attitude; demonstrated success in program development and implementation; demonstrated success in supervising and motivating staff; excellent verbal and written communications skills; flexibility and the ability to advance the organization in a changing information service environment; and possession of or eligibility for a New York State Public Librarian Certificate. Familiarity with current library trends and demonstrated involvement in professional organizations are preferred qualifications.

This is a full-time position with a competitive benefits package and a starting salary of $80,000. Please submit a resume, cover letter, and the names and contact information for three professional references via email to searchcommittee@cdlc.org. Review of applications will begin on March 21, 2014 and continue until the position is filled.

 

Posted 2/25/2014

 

 

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Binghamton University

Resource Sharing Coordinator

 

Binghamton University Libraries is currently accepting applications for the library faculty position - Resource Sharing Coordinator. BU Librariesseek an enthusiastic, collegial, and service-oriented librarian to serve as an integral part of the Public Services Team providing high quality resources and services for the BU community.

 

The Resource Sharing Coordinator is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Libraries' interlibrary loan and document delivery services. The position provides leadership and vision in establishing goals, objectives, priorities, and performance standards for the department; and utilizes current and emerging technologies to meet the ever-changing needs and expectations of our faculty, students, and staff.  An MLS degree is required and recent experience in resources sharing is desirable. For more information about the position, visit http://www.binghamton.edu/libraries/about/employment/faculty.html.

 

Applications

The position is an entry-level, tenure-track faculty position and reports to the Director of Public Services. Review of applications begins immediately and will continue until position is filled. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae/resume, and contact information for three professional references electronically to: http://binghamton.interviewexchange.com.

 

Posted 2/25/2014

 

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Sidney Memorial Public Library

Librarian I

The Sidney Memorial Public Library is seeking an energetic, motivated, and creative librarian for the position of Librarian I. Primary responsibilities include the management of the library's Public Computing Center which includes promoting the PCC, identifying vulnerable populations and implementing audience-specific training programs.

 

Qualifications:  ALA-accredited MLS; strong service orientation; advanced computer skills; excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal and presentation skills; demonstrated ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

 

Salary range commencing at $40,000 and is commensurate with education and experience.

 

Application materials (cover letter, resume, and three professional references) must be electronically submitted in PDF format  to si.jobs@4cls.org. Special preference will be given to those applications received by Friday, March 7, 2014.

 

Located in Delaware County, New York, the Sidney Memorial Public Library is a school district public library with stable, voter-directed funding and an elected board of trustees.

 

The position of Librarian I will assist in the provision of information services including providing computer classes to the community.

 

The Librarian must demonstrate a positive, proactive public service attitude, strong interpersonal abilities and customer service orientation.  Considerable experience with computer technology, excellent oral communication and presentation skills are required.

 

Major responsibilities:

• Responsible for oversight of public computing center.
  -Plans, implements and evaluates programs, specifically technology related.
  -Designs and implements publicity for technology programs.
• Provides policy and procedure recommendations to the Library Director.
• Provides reference and adult services to the community utilizing a variety of information resources and techniques for conveying information on a timely basis.
• Prepares studies and reports as required.
• Participates in collection development activities, including the selection, maintenance, and weeding of book collections.
• Attends conferences and meetings; reads professional literature; is aware of new library resources, trends, practices, and technological advances.
• Performs circulation desk and other duties as assigned.

Posted 2/20/2014

 

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Cornell University

Research Data & Environmental Sciences Librarian

Albert R. Mann Library, part of the Cornell University Library, is looking for a creative energetic professional who is service oriented, technically skilled, and thrives in an innovative work environment.   Candidates should have a strong background and interest in environmental science in order to develop and implement highly effective services in support of Cornell's environmental sciences students, faculty and staff. The librarian will be a member of the campus-wide Research Data Management Service Group, and will work collaboratively to provide data management and data management planning services to the Cornell community. Working on a team with more than a dozen colleagues who make up the Mann Library Research and Learning Services and Collection Development librarians, the Research Data and Environmental Sciences Librarian will also have the opportunity to learn from and contribute to the overall public services program at Mann Library.

  

Responsibilities:

 

Under the direction of the Head of Research & Learning Services, the Research Data and Environmental Sciences Librarian:

• Develops and leads innovative information services for the environmental sciences research, learning and extension communities.
• Acquires and maintains expertise in information trends in environmental sciences disciplines.
• Participates in Library and campus research support service initiatives including those related to research profiles, and research data management, curation and preservation.
• Develops and supports services for documenting and distributing research data.
• Develops and maintains expertise in data issues for libraries. 
• Provides quality reference, consulting, and liaison services, and teaches classes and workshops as assigned.
• Serves as liaison to selected environmental sciences activities and departments within College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. 
• Leads and/or participates in other innovative projects in information delivery.

Qualifications

• MLS from ALA accredited school or equivalent professional degree. 
• Subject area background (degree or work experience) in environmental science, natural resources, ecology, or related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, service orientation. 
• Demonstrated initiative and flexibility, and ability to work independently and collaboratively. 
• Experience with computer and telecommunications technologies for information management and collaboration.
• Commitment to professional development.

Preferred: 

• Work experience in an academic library.
• Experience teaching information management and computer technologies. 
• Experience working with tools and technologies related to data management, such as relational databases, GIS software, scripting languages, etc. 

Interested candidates should apply online: https://www.hr.cornell.edu/jobs/positions.html.

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Food and Agriculture Librarian

Albert R. Mann Library, part of the Cornell University Library, is looking for a creative energetic professional who is service oriented, technically skilled, and thrives in an innovative work environment.   Candidates should have a strong background and/or interest in food and agriculture in order to develop and implement highly effective services in support of Cornell's food and agricultural sciences students, faculty and staff. Working on a team with more than a dozen colleagues who make up the Mann Library Research and Learning Services and Collection Development librarians, the Food & Agriculture Librarian will also have the opportunity to learn from and contribute to the overall public services program at Mann Library.

  

Responsibilities:

 

Under the direction of the Head of Research & Learning Services, Food & Agriculture Librarian:

• Develops and leads innovative information services for the food and agriculture research, learning and extension communities.
• Acquires and maintains expertise in information trends in food and agriculture disciplines.  
• Administers and provides leadership for Mann Library's USDA Economics Statistics and Market Information System.
• Provides quality reference, consulting, and liaison services, and teaches classes and workshops as assigned, and serves as the lead on information literacy programs for undergraduates in food and agriculture, particularly the agricultural sciences major.
• Serves as liaison to selected activities and departments within College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. 
• Leads and/or participates in other innovative projects in information services and delivery.

Qualifications

• MLS from ALA-accredited school or equivalent professional degree. 
• Subject area background (coursework, degree or work experience) in an agricultural science, food science, biology, or related field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, service orientation. 
• Demonstrated initiative and flexibility, and ability to work independently and collaboratively. 
• Experience with computer and telecommunications technologies for information management and collaboration.
• Commitment to professional development.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Work experience in an academic library.
• Experience teaching information management and computer technologies.
• Project management experience or experience leading a project team. 

Interested candidates should apply online: https://www.hr.cornell.edu/jobs/positions.html.

 

Posted 2/12/2014

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Finger Lakes Library System

Assistant Director

The Finger Lakes Library System is seeking an experienced, organized, enthusiastic professional librarian, who is passionate about working with small libraries.  In addition to working closely with the Executive Director in the administration and management of the system, the Assistant Director will be responsible for acting as a consultant to member libraries, acts for the Director as assigned or in the Director's absence, and has wide latitude for independent judgment, decision making, and action. For complete job description and how to apply, please visit: http://www.flls.org/job-opportunities/

 

Posted 2/10/2014

 

 

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