From maurer_jennifer at oslmac.osl.state.or.us Mon Nov 2 16:48:30 2009 From: maurer_jennifer at oslmac.osl.state.or.us (Jennifer Maurer) Date: Mon, 2 Nov 2009 16:48:30 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Born Digital -- New Book Available from State Library Message-ID: <1C93F6A2-4B38-416A-9B9C-FDC1C5C6C879@oslmac.osl.state.or.us> Hi, Born Digital was recently added to the Library and Information Science collection at the State Library. Palfrey, John, and Urs Gasser. Born Digital: Understanding the First Generation of Digital Natives. New York: Basic Books, 2008. Print. ISBN: 978-0-465-00515-4 In this book, the authors draw conclusions based on original research directed at digital natives, or the generation of young adults who has never known a world without the Internet, texting, social networks, and other digital applications. Their understanding of our world will shape everyone's future. This book has been reviewed favorably by Library Journal, Publishers' Weekly, School Library Journal and more. Visit the related website for more information and to learn about the Digital Natives project. If your library does not own this book, you can always check it out from the State Library. Either use your library's established interlibrary loan process or send your full name, the name of your library, complete title information, work shipping address, and a phone number to the document delivery department at library.request at state.or.us or (fax) 503-588-7119. Items will be checked out to your library, not to you personally, for 4 weeks (print materials) or 2 weeks (videos). Materials will be delivered via mail or Orbis Cascade Alliance Courier, and you may return them the same way. 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Please contact Cathy Zgraggen at cathyz at dpls.us or Susan Gilmont at susan.gilmont at oregonstate.edu for more information or to volunteer your time. The conference cannot take place without a committee to plan the event. It would be so disappointing to not have a conference because a committee could not be formed. It is a rewarding commitment and allows you to meet new people from the library world. Thank you, Cathy Zgraggen SSD, Past Chair Supervisor, La Pine Public Library Deschutes Public Library 541-312-1094 P.S. I just have a little comment, here. We know times are hard. But it is so sad to wonder, "What if nobody is willing to help put on a conference this year?" Please, if you can, this is the time to step forward. We will all be so grateful. --Susan Gilmont -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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It looks as if the acceptance of credit cards, especially via > the Internet, will qualify a Library to fit within the guidelines developed > by the FTC. If your library has created a policy, would you be willing to > share it? > > Thanks in advance, > > > > BJ Toewe > Interim Library Manager > Salem Public Library > PO Box 14810 > Salem, OR 97309 > 503-588-6084 > bjtoewe at cityofsalem.net > > _______________________________________________ > Libs-Or mailing list > Libs-Or at listsmart.osl.state.or.us > http://listsmart.osl.state.or.us/mailman/listinfo/libs-or > Hosted by the Oregon State Library. > Archives are available at: > http://listsmart.osl.state.or.us/pipermail/libs-or/ > > -- Diedre Conkling Lincoln County Library District P.O. Box 2027 Newport, OR 97365 Work phone & fax: 541-265-3066 Work email: diedre at beachbooks.org Home email: diedre08 at gmail.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From diedre08 at gmail.com Tue Nov 3 17:01:22 2009 From: diedre08 at gmail.com (Diedre Conkling) Date: Tue, 3 Nov 2009 17:01:22 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Red Flags Rule In-Reply-To: <61ec90900911031655h66dac7cam7f35a1fb2389fefe@mail.gmail.com> References: <4AF05AA0020000B00000BFBE@gwgwia.cityofsalem.net> <61ec90900911031655h66dac7cam7f35a1fb2389fefe@mail.gmail.com> Message-ID: <61ec90900911031701i2f243010m13d6bcd93caad8c9@mail.gmail.com> I should have added that our task force would also find it helpful to see any policies that any of you have. You can send them to Abigal Elder AElder at ci.tualatin.or.us, Janet Webster janet.webster at oregonstate.edu , and/or me diedre08 at gmail.com . On Tue, Nov 3, 2009 at 4:55 PM, Diedre Conkling wrote: > The OLA Legislative Committee is actually working on a best practices > piece. We don't have this finished yet but we have it at least half way > done. The small task force will be working on it more this month to take it > to the full committee at our December 7 meeting. I know that seems like a > long time but who knows, you might find it helpful in the end. > > On Tue, Nov 3, 2009 at 4:30 PM, BJ Toewe wrote: > >> Has any library already created an identity theft policy to cover the >> Red Flags Rule? It looks as if the acceptance of credit cards, especially >> via the Internet, will qualify a Library to fit within the guidelines >> developed by the FTC. If your library has created a policy, would you be >> willing to share it? >> >> Thanks in advance, >> >> >> >> BJ Toewe >> Interim Library Manager >> Salem Public Library >> PO Box 14810 >> Salem, OR 97309 >> 503-588-6084 >> bjtoewe at cityofsalem.net >> >> _______________________________________________ >> Libs-Or mailing list >> Libs-Or at listsmart.osl.state.or.us >> http://listsmart.osl.state.or.us/mailman/listinfo/libs-or >> Hosted by the Oregon State Library. >> Archives are available at: >> http://listsmart.osl.state.or.us/pipermail/libs-or/ >> >> > > > -- > Diedre Conkling > Lincoln County Library District > P.O. Box 2027 > Newport, OR 97365 > Work phone & fax: 541-265-3066 > Work email: diedre at beachbooks.org > Home email: diedre08 at gmail.com > -- Diedre Conkling Lincoln County Library District P.O. Box 2027 Newport, OR 97365 Work phone & fax: 541-265-3066 Work email: diedre at beachbooks.org Home email: diedre08 at gmail.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jim.b.scheppke at state.or.us Wed Nov 4 10:27:15 2009 From: jim.b.scheppke at state.or.us (Jim Scheppke) Date: Wed, 04 Nov 2009 10:27:15 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] StoryCorps' National Day of Listening, November 27 In-Reply-To: <4AEF0A38.50004@oltn.odl.state.ok.us> Message-ID: Dear Colleagues: I have been asked to forward the following information about StoryCorp?s National Day of Listening that is coming up on November 27th. I hope some of you will consider participating ... *********** StoryCorps' National Day of Listening resources are up and ready! Libraries can visit http://www.nationaldayoflistening.org/ to download our free Do-It-Yourself Instruction Guide with step-by-step interview instructions, equipment recommendations and great questions. There are several other ways libraries can get involved in the National Day of Listening. * Distribute StoryCorps' Do-It-Yourself Instruction Guide at your facilities, and encourage patrons to conduct their own Do-It-Yourself recordings with a loved one on the day after Thanksgiving. * Provide recording equipment and a quiet recording space for people to record National Day of Listening interviews at your facility. * Download StoryCorps' Community Service Toolkit and host a National Day of Listening event using our event guide. * Utilize StoryCorps' online support materials , such as our web banners, logos, customizable web text and Facebook fan button. * Post the National Day of Listening flyer included in the Community Service Toolkit on your community bulletin board. * Incorporate StoryCorps Education Toolkit into your library's existing education programs. * Recommend Listening Is an Act of Love as a book club selection for the month of November. 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We lost in the November 2008 election but with the passage of Measure 56 in that election we were given more election options. It opened up all of the May and November ballots to us since we are in a position where we could never count on getting a double majority. Then during the 2009 Legislative Session HB 3237, http://www.leg.state.or.us/09reg/measpdf/hb3200.dir/hb3237.en.pdf , was passed which made a great change to the required ballot measure language and allowed us to say this was a renewal of our local option tax and not a new tax. Sometimes the political process really works in our favor. On Wed, Nov 4, 2009 at 10:41 AM, Mary Mayberry < mayberry_mary_l at oslmac.osl.state.or.us> wrote: > > Here are the unofficial Nov. 3, 2009 election results for Lincoln County > Library District's funding measure: > > #21-133 - Local Option Tax for Library Funding > > *YES 5,797* > > NO 2,292 > > 99% of the votes have been counted. > > _______________________________________________ > Libs-Or mailing list > Libs-Or at listsmart.osl.state.or.us > http://listsmart.osl.state.or.us/mailman/listinfo/libs-or > Hosted by the Oregon State Library. > Archives are available at: > http://listsmart.osl.state.or.us/pipermail/libs-or/ > > -- Diedre Conkling Lincoln County Library District P.O. Box 2027 Newport, OR 97365 Work phone & fax: 541-265-3066 Work email: diedre at beachbooks.org Home email: diedre08 at gmail.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Librarians who do so staff the service at their libraries. 2 - Volunteers: If you have reference experience, you may apply to be a volunteer. Volunteers typically staff the service from home computers. If you would like to participate in the volunteer program, contact me for information about how to apply to be a volunteer. The training is free, but space is limited and advance registration is required. If you would like to attend, contact me and let me know if you would like to staff L-net at a partner library or as a volunteer. Emily Papagni, emilyp at multcolib.org Registration for this training will close on Friday, Nov. 27. If you're interested in the training, but unable to attend on this date, please contact me. I'm continuing to schedule additional trainings around the state. 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The morning will be spent on presentations by local experts and then in the afternoon you will be given a chance to actually sample devices. The Zoo will be held Friday, November 13th, 2009 at the Tualatin Public Library, from 9:30-4:00 but come early (9:00) for coffee and a chance to meet fellow novice techies. There is no charge for the event but we would like to know in advance if you would like to order a box lunch from Haggens. Check out their menu at https://store.haggen.com/PartyPlatters/Haggen/ProductList.aspx?locid=61&catid=74 and then email Abigail Elder (AElder at ci.tualatin.or.us) to order your lunch and the lunch fee will be collected when you arrive. You may also order Friday morning but it would be best if we had it ahead of time. You are also welcome to bring a sack lunch. The morning session will be spent on short presentations on the following topics: Circulating Games Text Reference YouTube Facebook & Twitter Library2Go Google Chrome E-Readers Security After lunch there will be a chance to actually ?pet? devices such as flip cameras, gaming systems, iPods, e-readers, netbooks, a Wii, and whatever else Best Buy staff will bring us to sample. There will even be an area known as the Technology Graveyard. Questions may be addressed to Abigail Elder (aelder at ci.tualatin.or.us), Robin Beerbower (rbeerbower at cityofsalem.net), or Su Ikeda (opalsu at gmail.com). It?s all happening at the Zoo! Robin Beerbower Fiction Selector & Homebound Services Salem Public Library PO Box 14810 (97309) 585 Liberty SE (97301) Salem, OR 503-588-6089 From hnowak at co.klamath.or.us Wed Nov 4 16:23:33 2009 From: hnowak at co.klamath.or.us (Heidi Nowak) Date: Wed, 4 Nov 2009 16:23:33 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] SOLF Region Scholarships for continuing education Message-ID: <232FAF77344239439103FA26D1E99CAE178EB15730@VA3DIAXVS041.RED001.local> Hello Gary, Please send me the attachment regarding $200 scholarships for SOLF members. Thank you! Heidi Nowak Klamath County Library 126 S. Third St. Klamath Falls, OR 97601 (541) 882-8895 ext. 25 hnowak at co.klamath.or.us -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Keller, AIA, is a partner with the multi-disciplined architectural/engineering firm VITETTA, based in Philadelphia. Mr. Keller created the VITETTA Library Design Studio in 1996. Since then, he has provided the design vision and project direction for several significant American library systems including the Free Library of Philadelphia, San Antonio Public Library, TX, Broward County Public Library, FL and Lexington Public Library, KY. Mr. Keller has also designed Libraries in South America and the Middle East and has forged international library design collaborations with Schmidt Hammer Lassen of Denmark and Foster and Partners of London. Mr. Keller promotes functional design that supports the mission of library service and embraces architectural and interior design excellence. Mr. Keller believes that the evolving mission and nature of library service must be accommodated by flexible, creative design that renders itself through lasting architectural presence. For more information please read the online brochure at http://www.familyplacelibraries.org/BuildingBlocksBrochure3.pdf or visit their website at http://www.familyplacelibraries.org/symposium.html Date & Location Wednesday, March 24, 2010, 8:30am Multnomah Central Library 801 SW 10th Ave. Portland, OR 97205 Registration The Symposium is free of charge. Register early; space is limited. Registrants will be accepted on a first come, first served basis. Register online at http://www.familyplacelibraries.org/symposium-register.html Mail or fax completed forms to: Laura Eisenbraun 101 Eastwood Blvd. Centereach, NY 11720 Fax: 631 585-5035 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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If anyone can share their celebration ideas and plans, I would greatly appreciate it, and for those who have already done this, let me know what really didn't work. If your library will also be celebrating 100 years in 2010, would you please let me know (I've found one other library that will be, now want to "collect" another 98) -- Rita Squires -- The Dalles-Wasco Co. Public Library 722 Court St, The Dalles OR 97058 "Reading a really good book is like reading a part of the author's heart." (Kevin Frederick - my 9 year old son, after reading the last of the Indian in the Cupboard series) From April.M.Baker at state.or.us Fri Nov 6 08:06:17 2009 From: April.M.Baker at state.or.us (April Baker) Date: Fri, 6 Nov 2009 08:06:17 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Jobline - 11/6/09 Message-ID: <5E0E0424-9C7B-4583-B3A3-770F73D5793D@state.or.us> Oregon State Library Jobline An Electronic Jobline from the Oregon State Library....... November 6, 2009 Closing Dates 11/06/09 Systems Administrator, Newport, OR 11/09/09 Reference Librarian, Woodburn, OR 11/20/09 Children's Librarian, Molalla, OR 11/20/09 Evening/weekend Library Supervisor, Portland, OR 11/23/09 Distance Learning Librarian, Portland, OR 11/25/09 Library Associate, Woodburn, OR 12/18/09 Library Administrator, Salem, OR Job Announcements ************************************** Posted: 10/23/09 Integrated Library Systems and Telecommunications Administrator Closes: 11/6/09 Newport, OR We are extending our search for a Systems Administrator to November 6, 2009. General Information: The Coastal Resource Sharing Network (CRSN) is a consortium of six public libraries, two community colleges and one library district in Lincoln and Tillamook Counties, sharing a library catalog and circulation system. All libraries are independent. They do not share the same governing body or library management. Member libraries are connected through collaborative intergovernmental agreements. General Purpose of the Systems Administrator: The Administrator is responsible for the design, implementation, integration, daily operation, maintenance and security of the Consortium's automation and communication systems. These include, but are not limited to: SirsiDynix Symphony/Unicorn ILS, LANS, Web Servers, Internet Access, Telecommunications and other evolving systems. The Systems Administrator also advises the CRSN Governing Board about future hardware and software needs. The Systems Administrator must document procedures, train staff and share Sirsi communications with relevant staff at participating libraries. Supervision: The Systems Manager works under the direct supervision of the Tillamook Library Director and is ultimately responsible to the Coastal Resource Sharing Network Board. CRSN uses the Lincoln County Library District's (LCLD) personnel policy. Complete job announcement: http://lcldinfo.wikispaces.com/CRSN+Open+Positions ************************************** Posted: 10/15/09 Children's Librarian Closes: 11/20/09 Molalla, OR Part-time position (less than 20 hours per week) Salary range: $16.00-$18.00 per hour Qualifications: Combination of education and/or experience equivalent to a MLS or a MLS degree. Wanted: An enthusiastic and creative individual to develop, manage and implement library service for children and teens in a well-used small library. This includes planning and presenting programs for youth, evaluating materials to maintain diverse and relevant youth collections and provide outreach services. For full job description and application visit: www.cityofmolalla.com ************************************** Posted: 11/6/09 Evening/weekend Library Supervisor (24 hours per week) Closes: 11/20/2009 Portland, OR National College of Natural Medicine General Description: Supervises the library and provides reference service during evening and weekend shifts by assisting other library staff in the maintenance of library collections (physical and electronic), including cataloging and processing new materials. Work schedule is 5pm-9pm, M-Th; 9am-5pm, Sat. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required and two years of library experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Online Ad: Please see the full posting at http://www.ncnm.edu/about-ncnm/job-openings.php. To Apply: FAX, mail, or email your letter of interest, resume, and names of 3 references with contact information to: Human Resources/Library Supervisor National College of Natural Medicine 049 SW Porter Street Portland, OR 97201 Fax: (503)-274-4093 Email: personnel at ncnm.edu (you must include the full job title in the email subject line) ************************************** Posted: 10/23/09 Distance Learning Librarian Closes: 11/23/09 (or until filled) Portland, OR Portland State University Library General Description: Develops and coordinates the Library's distance learning services and programs; coordinates initiatives and training for Library faculty and staff to support distance services in their respective areas; supports course-integrated online information literacy instruction in a collaborative environment; develops policies and procedures for providing access to materials to distributed learning students and faculty; participates in the library's dynamic reference and instruction programs; and collaborates on the selection of information resources to support the distance education needs of a diverse institution. Some evening and weekend reference duty and/or instruction is required. Tenure-track faculty contribute to faculty governance activities within the Library and the University, engage in community and professional service, and pursue an active publication and research agenda, seeking grants as appropriate. This entry-level, full-time, 12-month fixed-term faculty position, ranked at the Instructor level, reports to the Assistant University Librarian for Public Services. Required Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS.; experience developing online learning objects and guides, web applications, digital media, and with post-production editing; demonstrated understanding of, and expressed commitment to the principles and standards of information literacy; work experience in current pedagogy of online information literacy instruction; instructional technology training and experience; ability to successfully complete a criminal background check and provide transcripts. Deadlines: Review of applications begins November, 2009. Open until finalists identified. Online ad: Please see the full posting at http://www.pdx.edu/sites/www.pdx.edu.hr/files/media_assets/job_posting/hr_posting_lib_013.pdf To Apply: Send cover letter (address how your knowledge and experiences meet qualifications); resume; and names, address, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of four references to: Anne Keech, Search Coordinator, keecha at pdx.edu. Applications not containing all requested documents will not be considered. Electronic application materials are strongly preferred (Word or pdf documents). ************************************** Posted: 11/6/09 Library Associate Closes: 11/25/09 Woodburn, OR General Description: The City of Woodburn is currently accepting applications for this full-time position (40 hours per week) within the Woodburn Public Library. Under the general supervision of the Library Manager, this position is responsible for the processing and cataloging of library materials. The Library Associate takes a lead role in coordinating the work of staff in the Library Assistant and Page classifications, as well as library volunteers. This position also performs library assistant duties in the technical services area and assists in shelving books and materials. Scheduled hours of work may involve weekends and evenings. To apply: For the complete job announcement and to apply, please click here. ************************************** Posted: 11/6/09 Library Administrator Closes: 12/18/2009 Salem, OR Brief description of position: Applications are currently being accepted for the Salem Public Library Administrator, who will manage day-to-day operations and provide guidance to a staff of 51 FTE as they provide excellent library service to over 154,000 Salem residents. The person selected as the Library Administrator must be a proven leader, a skilled communicator, and must have a record of working collaboratively with those inside and outside the organization. Qualifications: An ALA accredited Master's degree in Library/Information Sciences, plus five years of progressively responsible professional library experience, including two to three years of management and supervisory experience which demonstrates considerable knowledge in the principles and practices of general administration and supervision, and extensive knowledge of the methods, policies, practices, principles, and procedures of professional library work. Compensation: Salary range is $76,008 - $97,236 (top of salary range, dependant on qualifications and experience), with excellent fringe benefits. To apply: Submit your application, resume, and at least three professional references, as described on the full job announcement at http://www.cityofsalem.net/Departments/HumanResources/Pages/EmploymentOpportunities.aspx ************************************** To list a job announcement please provide the following information: Job Title Closing Date City & State Brief description of position Link to the full job announcement All listings with no closing date mentioned will be removed from Jobline after one month Email your request to April Baker. To Unsubscribe To subscribe/unsubscribe from libs-or, visit http://listsmart.osl.state.or.us/mailman/listinfo/libs-or Contacts at the Oregon State Library Technical Assistance: 503-932-1004. Jobline Editor: April Baker, 503-378-2464. Oregon State Library homepage: http://www.oregon.gov/OSL. Libs-or subscription assistance: 503-932-1004. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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We believe this in-person event will afford an excellent opportunity for all ORSLA members to share their thoughts on this topic directly with the Association's leadership. All members are encouraged to attend! *Event Details* Location: Schwabe, Williamson & Wyatt, 1211 SW 5th Ave Portland, OR 97204-3715 Time: Mingling begins at 5 PM, with Gloria's presentation starting at 5:30 PM. *This event will be free to all members.* Please RSVP today by writing to merylbeth at gmail.com. Please send your RSVP by *November 17 at 5pm*. Here are some additional resources to help you understand the issues and concerns about the name change: Frequently Asked Questions about the name change: http://www.sla.org/content/SLA/governance/namechange/qa.cfm List of members' concerns regarding the name change: http://www.sla.org/content/SLA/governance/namechange/concerns.cfm Research Naming Report: http://www.sla.org/Presentations/SLANamingResearchReport.ppt -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jhelmer at uoregon.edu Fri Nov 6 10:38:34 2009 From: jhelmer at uoregon.edu (John Helmer) Date: Fri, 06 Nov 2009 10:38:34 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] News: First meeting of OCLC Americas Regional Council Message-ID: <4AF46D2A.1020904@uoregon.edu> Colleagues, OCLC is in the early stages of a brand new way of communicating with and being governed by its member libraries. It is a truly new global model and we are all now part of the Americas Region represented by delegates from across North and South America. We are fortunate to have three in Oregon and Washington: Susan Barnes Whyte at Linfield College, Pat French at Multnomah County Library, and me. Mark your Calendar: The Americas Regional Council is having its first meeting at ALA Midwinter, January 15, 2010, 8:30 -- 11:30 am. More on that below or at http://whatcounts.com/dm?id=39F87F090F00B0CB2AB10A6448547399D7E1CC818E7927B7 This is all very new and much about how the Americas Regional Council will operate remains to be determined. If you are at ALA and can attend, please come to learn more and provide feedback about all aspects of OCLC. If you can't make it, I know the ARC is working on other ways to seek membership involvement. Also know that Susan, Pat, and I are always interested in hearing from you. It is our job as delegates to carry your input forward. Even though it is big, OCLC is a membership organization so please stay involved and keep the cooperative in touch with its membership. Hope to see you at ALA. Best wishes. -- ________________________________________ John F. Helmer Executive Director Orbis Cascade Alliance jhelmer at uoregon.edu v: 541.346.1835 | f: 541.346.1968 1299 Univ. of Oregon, Eugene, Or. 97403-1299 www.orbiscascade.org | summit.orbiscascade.org -------- Original Message -------- Subject: OCLC Americas Regional Council to hold its first meeting Date: 06 Nov 2009 09:24:06 -0800 From: OCLC Member Update To: jhelmer at uoregon.edu * Save the date!* *OCLC Americas Regional Council to hold its first meeting at ALA Midwinter, January 15, 2010, 8:30 -- 11:30 am*, ET Plan now to join us for the first meeting of the OCLC Americas Regional Council, which will be held on *Friday, January 15, 2010, 8:30 -- 11:30 am (ET), in conjunction with the American Library Association (ALA) Midwinter Meeting in Boston, Massachusetts*. The meeting location, agenda and online registration details will be announced in the next few weeks. (If you will be unable to attend in-person, please watch for details on how you can view portions of the meeting that will be broadcast live on the Web.) The Americas Regional Council meeting will provide an open forum to discuss issues of importance to its members and to advise OCLC about its products, services, policies and operating direction. The Americas Regional Council Executive Committee, members of OCLC Board of Trustees, Global Council and OCLC Management will be present for interactive discussions. Bring your ideas and be ready to participate. Comprised of members from libraries and other cultural heritage organizations from Canada, Latin America and the Caribbean and the United States, The Americas Regional Council is part of the OCLC cooperative's new governance structure that consists of three Regional Councils and a Global Council to facilitate member-to-member discussions across the cooperative. /*Remember, every member has a voice!*/ The Americas Regional Council is interested in what you have to say. Plan now to make this meeting a part of your ALA Midwinter experience. If you have questions about the meeting of the Americas Regional Council, please contact Patrick Wilkinson, the Chair of the Americas Regional Council at wilkinso at UWOSH.EDU . From Calcagno at wccls.org Fri Nov 6 10:54:42 2009 From: Calcagno at wccls.org (Eva Calcagno) Date: Fri, 6 Nov 2009 10:54:42 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] First Book Portland looking for new Board members Message-ID: <94DD37F0A1DC734096E7762868418AD5024CF450@WCCLSWEBSTER.wccls.lib.or.us> Good morning library folks and people who support early literacy! I'm sending this on behalf of First Book Portland, a non-profit Board on which I serve. Unless we get some new board members, we have decided to retire First Book Portland at the beginning of next year (after we do a final grant cycle). To that end, we are doing a big push to get new blood on the board. Are you interested in an opportunity to put books in the hands of low-income children? While I've been on the board, we've increased the number of grants that have been given to local organizations. While we've done a good job, the need is just so huge! But then, you all know that. If you are interested, please let me know. Also, please forward this blurb to any people (or listservs that may have people) who might be interested in joining FB and helping it grow it over the next few years. Thank you for your help! Eva Calcagno ----------------------------- Join the First Book Board! First Book (www.firstbook.org ) is a national non-profit organization that gives new books to children from low-income families so that the children can start their own home libraries. The Portland Advisory Board has been active in the tri-counties since 1998, and has granted a total of 40,210 new books to existing literacy organizations such as LifeWorks NW and the Oregon Child Development Coalition. Our Board is comprised of volunteers from non-profit agencies, businesses, libraries, and the community. We are currently recruiting new Board members, including a Chairperson, to lead the organization into 2010. The primary duties of the board are to conduct fundraising campaigns, identify potential recipient groups, and award book grants every year, with a time commitment of 5-10 hours/month. If you are interested, please visit www.firstbook.org/portlandor or email portland_or at firstbook.org. We will hold an Informational Meeting on Thursday, November 19 at 7:30 at Cafe Pallino (3003 SE Division St., 97202). At that meeting, we can answer questions and tell you more about First Book. We hope to see you there! The First Book Portland, OR Advisory Board Eva Calcagno, Manager Washington County Cooperative Library Services 111 NE Lincoln St., MS-58 Hillsboro, OR 97124 (503)846-3233 www.wccls.org -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From diedre08 at gmail.com Fri Nov 6 11:36:44 2009 From: diedre08 at gmail.com (Diedre Conkling) Date: Fri, 6 Nov 2009 11:36:44 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] =?windows-1252?q?House_Judiciary_Committee=92s_PATRIOT_?= =?windows-1252?q?Act_reform_bill_recharges_debate?= Message-ID: <61ec90900911061136v218f723chb695f08275eb43b2@mail.gmail.com> House Judiciary Committee?s PATRIOT Act reform bill recharges debate November 06th, 2009 | Category: Civil Liberties, Intellectual Freedom, and Privacy , OGR Contact: Jenni Terry ALA Washington Office Press Officer For Immediate Release November 6, 2009 WASHINGTON, D.C. ? The House of Representatives Judiciary Committee?s passage of the USA PATRIOT Amendments Act of 2009 (H.R. 3845) yesterday put Congress back on track to achieve comprehensive reform of our nation?s surveillance laws, say the American Library Association (ALA) and the Association of Research Libraries (ARL). ?Chairman Conyers and other leaders in the House Judiciary Committee conducted a thorough, open debate of H.R. 3845,? ALA President Camila Alire said. ?The weak bill the Senate released after closed-door negotiations would not provide library patrons with privacy online, but H.R. 3845 includes many provisions that will re-establish the balance between the needs of law enforcement and the rights of the American public.? H.R. 3845 would restore reader privacy by curbing the use of secret court orders and National Security Letters to obtain library and bookstore records about innocent people. Other key protections in the bill include improved judicial review of investigations, new protections for librarians and others who receive gag orders from the government, and more oversight of how PATRIOT Act powers are being used. The committee also approved an amendment from Rep. Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) expressing the sense of Congress that the President should periodically review secret surveillance programs to determine whether they should remain classified. The committee rejected several amendments that would have watered down or eliminated the bill?s civil liberties protections. ?We are grateful to the members of the House Judiciary Committee for reporting a bill that goes a long way toward restoring our civil liberties. We especially appreciate Mr. Nadler?s passionate defense of reader privacy during Wednesday?s mark-up,? said ARL President Brinley Franklin. ?We urge the full House to pass these balanced reforms, and we hope the Senate will amend its bill to include similar provisions.? http://www.wo.ala.org/districtdispatch/?p=4001 -- Diedre Conkling Lincoln County Library District P.O. Box 2027 Newport, OR 97365 Work phone & fax: 541-265-3066 Work email: diedre at beachbooks.org Home email: diedre08 at gmail.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Jennifer Kushell, President of the YSN.com (Your Success Network) and author of "Secrets of the Young and Successful," will explore the social impact Millennials will have on our culture and specifically on our libraries. Having worked extensively with this powerhouse, global generation, Jennifer will answer the questions: Who are Millennials? How do they interact with information and technology? In what ways can our libraries better serve them as patrons, students, and staff? Jennifer will be joined by Mandy McGee, Librarian and Manager of Adult and Teen Services, and Monica Harris, Teen Services Librarian, from the Oak Park Public Library. Please join us for an exciting discussion on library adaptation to the changing face of our patrons. This webcast is 90 minutes in length. Visit http://bcr.org/training/partners/teleconferences/index.html for additional information or contact BCR directly at info at bcr.org Location: View the training via webcast from your personal computer or a computer you can access easily. Or you may attend a group session at a location near you. Please review the host sites http://bcr.org/training/partners/teleconferences/sites/oregon/millennials.html to find a convenient location. (Check back later if no Oregon sites are listed initially) How to Register: Register online at http://bcr.org/training/partners/teleconferences/registration.html - registration is FREE. Background Information: This webcast is being made available free of charge to staff from Oregon libraries through a statewide membership to BCR (http://www.bcr.org), paid for by the Oregon State Library with LSTA funds. An online archive of this presentation will be available for up to 30 days after the original broadcast date. Please visit http://bcr.org/training/partners/teleconferences/index.html for more information. A DVD of this webcast should be available for you to check out from the State Library about one month after the date it was broadcast. DVDs of previous webcasts are available from State Library (http://catalog.willamette.edu/search~S2/X?college+of+dupage&SORT=DX&searchscope=2) through your library's establish interlibrary loan process. Learn more about these DVDs and other Library and Information Science professional resources at our blog (http://osl-lis.blogspot.com/). Katie Anderson, Library Development Services * Youth Services Consultant * Oregon Center for the Book Coordinator * Oregon State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301 katie.anderson at state.or.us, 503-378-2528 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Implementing Online Teaching and Learning: Using Moodle and Other Web 2.0 Features (Online Seminar: November 9 - December 5, 2009) Electronic Collection Development for the Academic E-Library (Online Seminar: November 9 - December 5, 2009) Introduction to Taxonomy Development (Live Webcast: November 10, 2009) Blended Librarianship: Learning Management Systems for Libraries (Live Webcast: November 17, 2009) Complete details are available on the ACRL e-Learning Web site. For more information about ACRL e-Learning opportunities, contact Margot Conahan at (312) 280-2522 or mconahan at ala.org . *** The Association of College and Research Libraries (ACRL) is a division of the American Library Association (ALA), representing nearly 13,000 academic and research librarians and interested individuals. ACRL is the only individual membership organization in North America that develops programs, products and services to meet the unique needs of academic and research librarians. Its initiatives enable the higher education community to understand the role that academic libraries play in the teaching, learning and research environments. ACRL is on the Web at http://www.acrl.org/. Margot Conahan Manager, Professional Development Association of College and Research Libraries 50 E. Huron St., Chicago, IL 60611 312-280-2522; fax: 312-280-2520 mconahan at ala.org www.acrl.org -- Portland State University logo *Robin Paynter* Social Sciences Librarian 220D Library Portland State University 503.725.4501 503.725.4524 paynter at pdx.edu http://www.pdx.edu/library/paynter.html "The fragmentation of rational knowledge in the postmodern world has produced a focus on information that is unaware of its history." -- Marcus Breen (1997) -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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An HTML version of this release can be viewed on BCR's website at http://www.bcr.org/about/newsreleases/index.html. ************************************************************************ **** FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brandie Baumann, BCR Communications Coordinator; 800.397.1552; bcrpress at bcr.org BCR Appoints Project Coordinator for Digital Preservation for Digital Collaboratives Grant AURORA, Colo., November 9, 2009 - Holly South has joined the staff at BCR, filling the position of project coordinator for a National Endowment for the Humanities-funded project, Digital Preservation for Digital Collaboratives. South will be working directly with BCR's Digital & Preservation Services Director, Liz Bishoff, who is the Principal Investigator, as well as project faculty and staff from BCR, Lyrasis and OCLC Digital Programs. As project coordinator for the Digital Preservation for Digital Collaboratives project, South will be responsible for establishing an appropriate project framework to implement the two-year NEH grant; creating and executing the workshop promotional program; coordinating monthly post-workshop activities; arranging for workshop facilities and appropriate local arrangements; and assisting with project evaluations. South has several years of reference and collection development experience in libraries and archives, including her most recent position at the Texas Legislative Reference Library. Prior to becoming a librarian, she worked in content production and project management at Microsoft. South earned her MSI with a focus on Archives & Records Management at the University of Michigan and her BA from Washington & Lee University in Lexington, Virginia. In early 2009, the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) awarded $218,154 to BCR to support workshops on digital preservation developed specifically for leaders of collaborative digitization programs. The workshops are designed to help digital collaboratives and their members develop the capacity for assuming responsibility for long-term accessibility of digital collections under their stewardship. About BCR BCR brings libraries together for greater success by expanding their knowledge, reach and power. They offer a broad range of solutions and their hands-on, personal attention to each member enables them to deliver effective and timely solutions that help libraries keep pace with new developments in technology and services. BCR is the nation's oldest and most established multistate library cooperative. Since 1935, the BCR team has helped libraries learn new skills, reach patrons, increase productivity and save money. BCR (Bibliographical Center for Research) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit headquartered in Aurora, Colorado. For more information, visit www.BCR.org or email info at BCR.org. ******************************************* Brandie Baumann Communications Coordinator BCR 14394 E. Evans Ave. Aurora, CO 80014-1408 p: 303.751.6277 ext 110 800.397.1552 f: 303.751.9787 e: bbaumann at bcr.org www.BCR.org From librariesandarchives at gmail.com Mon Nov 9 09:52:59 2009 From: librariesandarchives at gmail.com (librariesandarchives) Date: Mon, 9 Nov 2009 11:52:59 -0600 Subject: [Libs-Or] Job: Kenosha, WI - WISPALS Library Consortium Coordinator Message-ID: <92c8d5c00911090952u6aa30e43w4d7dfc070b9219fc@mail.gmail.com> Apologies for cross-posting * * *Position Opening* Serving Kenosha, Racine & Walworth Counties * * *WISPALS LIBRARY CONSORTIUM COORDINATOR #2047.3* * * *INTERNAL/EXTERNAL Posting Date: *October 22, 2009 * * *POSITION LOCATION: *Academic Affairs, Kenosha * * *POSITION DESCRIPTION: *The primary responsibilities of the WISPALS Library Consortium Coordinator are to coordinate the Consortium budget and operations, facilitate future growth of the Consortium including marketing Consortium services and establish services to new members, act as liaison between Consortium and automation system and electronic services vendors, and represent the Consortium to other groups and agencies. * * *REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS (Applicants must meet ALL of the required qualifications):* ? Master's Degree in Library Science. ? Three years library experience such as cataloging, resource selection, web management, circulation. ? Working knowledge of library administration and operations including planning and budgeting. ? Experience using and supporting library automation system. ? Experience maintaining, updating and posting to web pages. ? Knowledge of personal computer systems operating in a network environment. ? Strong Organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. ? Experience using / supporting personal computer systems and applications. * * *DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:* ? Knowledge of grant-writing and potential funding sources. ? Working knowledge of library consortia and library/consortia management. * * *DOCUMENTATION: *Your application will be considered complete when we have received: 1) a completed application; 2) a cover letter; 3) college transcripts; and 4) a resume. Please furnish photocopies of transcripts for any postsecondary education. Indicating "see resume" in blanks does not constitute a completed application and results in disqualification even when a resume is provided. * * *CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: *Administrative salary to commensurate with experience $45,000-$55,000/year. 40 hours per week; 12 months per year; Hours: 7:45-4:30 p.m.; Monday thru Friday. Benefits include medical/dental, life, long term care and disability insurance, paid holidays, paid sick leave, paid vacation and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System. Continuation of this position contingent on funding. * * *STARTING DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: *As soon as possible. * * *APPLY TO: *Gateway Technical College Human Resources, Administration Building 3520 30th Avenue Kenosha, WI 53144-1690 (262) 564-2868 or email jobs at gtc.edu * * *APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED THROUGH 4:30 p.m. December 1, 2009. *It is the applicant's responsibility to meet this deadline. An application postmarked by the closing date but not received in the Employee Services department has not met the deadline. (00239R) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex or national origin. Gateway Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan. Telephone: (262) 564-2868 Fax: (262) 564-2838 Internet: www.gtc.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Master's Degree in Library Science. ? Three years library experience such as cataloging, resource selection, web management, circulation. ? Working knowledge of library administration and operations including planning and budgeting. ? Experience using and supporting library automation system. ? Experience maintaining, updating and posting to web pages. ? Knowledge of personal computer systems operating in a network environment. ? Strong Organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. ? Experience using / supporting personal computer systems and applications. * * *DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:* ? Knowledge of grant-writing and potential funding sources. ? Working knowledge of library consortia and library/consortia management. * * *DOCUMENTATION: *Your application will be considered complete when we have received: 1) a completed application; 2) a cover letter; 3) college transcripts; and 4) a resume. Please furnish photocopies of transcripts for any postsecondary education. Indicating "see resume" in blanks does not constitute a completed application and results in disqualification even when a resume is provided. * * *CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: *Administrative salary to commensurate with experience $45,000-$55,000/year. 40 hours per week; 12 months per year; Hours: 7:45-4:30 p.m.; Monday thru Friday. Benefits include medical/dental, life, long term care and disability insurance, paid holidays, paid sick leave, paid vacation and participation in the Wisconsin Retirement System. Continuation of this position contingent on funding. * * *STARTING DATE OF EMPLOYMENT: *As soon as possible. * * *APPLY TO: *Gateway Technical College Human Resources, Administration Building 3520 30th Avenue Kenosha, WI 53144-1690 (262) 564-2868 or email jobs at gtc.edu * * *APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED THROUGH 4:30 p.m. December 1, 2009. *It is the applicant's responsibility to meet this deadline. An application postmarked by the closing date but not received in the Employee Services department has not met the deadline. (00239R) All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex or national origin. Gateway Technical College is an Equal Opportunity/Access Educator/Employer operating under an Affirmative Action Plan. Telephone: (262) 564-2868 Fax: (262) 564-2838 Internet: www.gtc.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From diedre08 at gmail.com Mon Nov 9 12:50:58 2009 From: diedre08 at gmail.com (Diedre Conkling) Date: Mon, 9 Nov 2009 12:50:58 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Sec. Duncan says school administrators should protect funding for libraries Message-ID: <61ec90900911091250p4bc7f562t8df78da0f3148536@mail.gmail.com> Sec. Duncan says school administrators should protect funding for libraries November 09th, 2009 | Category: OGR, School Libraries The US Chamber of Commerce hosted the Institute of Competitive Workforce?s Education and Workforce Summit 2009 today. US Secretary of Education Arne Duncan gave the Opening Address and talked about the needs of our education system and why Race to the Top will be so important. Race to the Top Fund is a competitive one-time grant program funded through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) that aims to encourage and reward states that are leading education innovation and reform. I asked him how he could use the information literacy specialists ? the school librarians ? to address perceived needs. His answer was sort of vague platitudes, so I followed up asking him again what he will specifically do. He said that he needs to make sure that school administrators don?t cut school librarians or funds for school libraries. We heartily agree. 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URL: From jessica.rondema at state.or.us Mon Nov 9 13:18:31 2009 From: jessica.rondema at state.or.us (Jessica Rondema) Date: Mon, 9 Nov 2009 13:18:31 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Books/Periodicals on Government, U.S. Politics, State Politics for Offer from OSL Message-ID: <5B117693-AD0A-4CC2-9CD8-671891018A80@oslmac.osl.state.or.us> The following titles are available from the Oregon State Library: State of Connecticut: Register and Manual (1 copy 2007 and 1 copy 2008 available) US Senators and Their World; 1960 Book of the States, v.39; 2007 Revolution at the Roots: Making our Government Smaller, Better, and Closer to Home; 1995 Guide to U.S. Government Publications, 2008 Manual of Legislative Procedure for Legislative and Other Governmental Bodies; 1975 (3 copies available) America Votes (1 copy 1956, 1 copy 1958) Comparative State Politics: Illinois Legislative Studies Center; 1991-1999 (49 issues, 1 copy of each available) Washington Information Directory; 2006-2007 (1 copy 2006-2007 and 1 copy 2007-2008 available) State Government: CQ's Guide to Current Issues and Activities; 1995-1996 The Council of State Governments State Directory: Directory II - Legislative Leadership, Committees & Staff; 2006 Oregon: Comprehensive Annual Financial Report; 1993 Managing for Success: A Profile of State Government for the 21st Century; 1997 Welcome to the United States: A Guide for New Immigrants; 2005 Twenty Years of Accomplishments by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety; 1989 Oregon State Bar: Legal Technician Task Force Report to Board of Governors; 1992 Transportation Series: State Traffic Safety Legislative Summary; 2000 Policy Playbook: Public Issues and Recommendations for 2001; 2001 Understanding Legislative Staff Development: A Legislator's Guide to Staffing Patterns; 1979 Achieving Effective Staff Utilization: A Legislator's Guide to Personnel Management; 1979 Labor Research Review 15: Privatization & Contracting Out; 1990 American Legislative Exchange Council (ALEC) Policy Forum; 2001-2004 (8 issues) Congressional Quarterly's Editorial Research Reports; 1988-1990 (1 copy of Protecting Rights in State Courts, 1 copy of Policing the Professions, 1 copy of Gridlock in Suburbia, and 1 copy of Lucrative Lure of Lotteries and Gambling available) National Conference of State Legislatures: -State Groundwater Protection Legislation: A Proposed Comprehensive Policy Framework; 1990 -State Groundwater Protection Polices: A Legislator's Guide; 1989 -A Place to Call Home: Adoption and Guardianship for Children in Foster Care; Mar 2000 -State Budget Actions: FY 2007 and FY 2008; Apr 2008 -State Tax Actions 2007; May 2008 (1 copy of each available) Please let me know by November 16th if you are interested in any of these titles. 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Take care, Rick Samuelson, Youth Services Librarian Chair - Children's Services Division of OLA Washington County Cooperative Library Services 111 NE Lincoln, MS 58A Hillsboro, OR 97124 (503) 648-9809 5# ricks at wccls.org "The clever men at Oxford Know all that there is to be knowed. But they none of them know one half as much As intelligent Mr Toad!" -Kenneth Grahame, The Wind in the Willows -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From anderson_katie at oslmac.osl.state.or.us Mon Nov 9 15:35:34 2009 From: anderson_katie at oslmac.osl.state.or.us (Katie Anderson) Date: Mon, 9 Nov 2009 15:35:34 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Free early literacy training in Coos and Curry counties Message-ID: Attention children's library staff who work at public libraries in Coos and Curry Counties. Reading for Healthy Families (RFHF) early literacy training is being offered to children's library staff who work in Coos and Curry counties at Coos Bay Public Library December 1-2. The application is attached, however attachments often don't work via listservs so I've also included it at the bottom of this email. RFHF is a statewide project, if you don't work in Coos or Curry County please check the training schedule to find out when training was or will be available in your county: http://tiny.cc/j35bg. RFHF participants commit to attending 2 two-day trainings, the first will be in December and the second will be in March. At the first training participants receive intensive training in Every Child Ready to Read and a resource kits containing the curriculum, 4 early literacy DVDs, 4 early literacy/storytime planning books, travel flannel board and stories, finger puppets, nursery rhyme CD, nursery rhyme booklet, 4 storytime books, and 15 giveaway books. Between the 2 two-day trainings, participants commit to providing early literacy education to 5 families. At the second training, participants get a review in Every Child Ready to Read, and additional training in related topics such as bilingual language development, media literacy, and working with children with special needs such as autism. After the second training, participants commit to providing early literacy education to 10 more families. RFHF is not only a training in the early literacy curriculum Every Child Ready to Read @ your library, it is a commitment to providing early literacy education to families in your local community. Each participating library and Healthy Start program will receive $200 for outreach to either bring Healthy Start families to the library, or bring library staff out to the families. RFHF trainings are localized to provide libraries and Healthy Start programs in the same community an opportunity to get to know each other better, learn more about the services each organization provides for local families, and to start developing partnerships to provide early literacy activities in your own community. For more information please visit the website (http://www.oregon.gov/OSL/LD/youthsvcs/rfhf.home.page.shtml) or contact Joann Contini, RFHF Project Coordinator at 503-761-2506 or joanncontini at comcast.net. Katie Anderson, Library Development Services * Youth Services Consultant * Oregon Center for the Book Coordinator * Oregon State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301 katie.anderson at state.or.us, 503-378-2528 You must submit an application as there may be limited training spaces available. You can complete one application for multiple staff members from one worksite or program. There is room on the application for the names of five staff members. Please add an additional page if there are more than five staff members applying. Please Check One: q Healthy Start Family Support Worker(s) OR q Children's Library Staff Place of Employment: Work Address: (Street Address ) (City) (State) (Zip Code) (County) Please check the boxes below to indicate your commitment. q Yes, we want to bring the benefits of the RFHF project to our community. q Yes, we are willing and able to attend both of the two-day training sessions on the dates indicated. q Yes, we will invite our supervisors to attend the afternoon sessions on the second day of the second training session q Yes, we are willing to provide early literacy education, support and resources to at least 15 families in our community within one year of completing the first training. q Yes, my/our supervisor has been informed of the RFHF program and has approved of our application. Name and Title of Supervisor: Supervisor Work Phone: Supervisor Work E-mail: 1. Participant Name:Position/Title: Work Phone: Work E-mail: 2. Participant Name:Position/Title: Work Phone: Work E-mail: 3. Participant Name:Position/Title: Work Phone: Work E-mail: 4. Participant Name:Position/Title: Work Phone: Work E-mail: 5. Participant Name:Position/Title: Work Phone: Work E-mail: You have the opportunity to serve as a regional Site Coordinator and receive a stipend of $450 at the end of the second training to cover coordination, networking and travel expenses. Two Site Coordinators will be selected for each Cohort: one will represent Healthy Start, and one will represent the library staff. Site Coordinators for each Cohort will support networking and communication for the RFHF Participants and will facilitate networking segments of RFHF Training Sessions One and Two. 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If so, you might have questions about when to use one over another with students since six databases are specifically designed for K12 learners. Basically, Kids InfoBits stands alone and is geared for K-5. These five databases are geared towards middle and high schoolers: Junior Reference Collection, Discovering Collection, InfoTrac Junior, InfoTrac Student, and Student Resource Center Gold. While each of these five stands alone, many are included in other databases. The two attachments explain the relationships and features of the databases aimed at K12. For example, you'll learn that if you just want a limited number of reference sources for middle schoolers, start with Junior Reference Collection. However, if you want that and content from periodicals, use InfoTrac Junior. If a student can manage a large number of results, use Student Resource Center Gold. The information in the attachments can also be found in the teacher content areas of both educator Find Information pages on OSLIS. Click on either link and scroll to the very bottom of the page. http://elementary.educator.oslis.org/find-information http://secondary.educator.oslis.org/find-information Thanks, Jen Jennifer Maurer School Library Consultant Library Development Oregon State Library 250 Winter Street NE Salem, OR 97301-3950 503-378-5011 jennifer.maurer at state.or.us To receive the latest news about OSLIS, www.oslis.org, sign up for the listserv, OSLIST, at http://listsmart.osl.state.or.us/mailman/listinfo/oslist. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Gale K12 Database Relationships.pdf Type: application/pdf Size: 166062 bytes Desc: not available URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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We'll share conversation, food and drink as part of a lively evening hosted by the UO Portland and partners in the White Stag Block. All are welcome to this free, public event. No RSVP required. You can keep track of everything that?s going on at the Portland Library & Learning Commons by becoming a fan of our new Facebook page (http://tinyurl.com/uopdxllc) -- Karen Munro Head, UO Portland Library and Learning Commons Associate Professor University of Oregon 70 NW Couch Street Portland, OR 97209 503-412-3673 kmunro at uoregon.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From weible_arlene at oslmac.osl.state.or.us Tue Nov 10 13:44:55 2009 From: weible_arlene at oslmac.osl.state.or.us (Arlene Weible) Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 13:44:55 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] U.S. Statutes - gift offer Message-ID: I have extra copies of the 2006-2007 U.S. Statutes at Large that I would be happy to send to any library that could use them. There are 5 volumes total. For those unfamiliar with this title, it contains the all the laws passed by Congress in chronological order for 2006-2007. Please contact me directly if you are interested. Arlene Weible Government Documents/ Technical Services Librarian Oregon State Library 250 Winter St NE Salem, OR 97301 Phone: 503-378-5020 Fax: 503-588-7119 Email: arlene.weible at state.or.us From maurer_jennifer at oslmac.osl.state.or.us Tue Nov 10 14:34:29 2009 From: maurer_jennifer at oslmac.osl.state.or.us (Jennifer Maurer) Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:34:29 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Combining Your Gale Databases w/ Those in the Statewide Contract Message-ID: <68ABA631-5190-48B4-A80E-BDE64BC7894F@oslmac.osl.state.or.us> Hi, If you subscribe to some Gale databases on your own - Literature Resource Center or Opposing Viewpoints, for example - you can have your databases display in the menu of choices that appears when you use PowerSearch or when you click on Change Databases at the top of most Gale interfaces. That way, your patrons can search all Gale products - those you pay for and those provided by the state - all at the same time. To get the ball rolling, go to Gale's support site for Oregon, http://galesupport.com/oregon/, scroll to the very bottom of the page, and fill out the tech support form. In the comment section, include this information: You want the Gale databases to which your library already subscribes to display in the menu of databases offered through the statewide contract in Oregon. Your Gale location ID (if known) Perhaps include a list of the databases that your library subscribes to, although Gale should have that information. If Gale tech support doesn't implement your request within a reasonable amount of time, please let me know. Thanks, Jen Jennifer Maurer School Library Consultant Library Development Oregon State Library 250 Winter Street NE Salem, OR 97301-3950 503-378-5011 jennifer.maurer at state.or.us To receive the latest news about OSLIS, www.oslis.org, sign up for the listserv, OSLIST, at http://listsmart.osl.state.or.us/mailman/listinfo/oslist. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From bbaumann at BCR.ORG Tue Nov 10 13:37:41 2009 From: bbaumann at BCR.ORG (Brandie Baumann) Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:37:41 -0700 Subject: [Libs-Or] (no subject) Message-ID: The following is a text-only press release from BCR. An HTML version of this release can be viewed on BCR's website at http://www.bcr.org/about/newsreleases/index.html. ************************************************************************ **** FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brandie Baumann, BCR Communications Coordinator; 800.397.1552; bcrpress at bcr.org NEW BCR BOARD OF TRUSTEES, OFFICERS INSTALLED FOR FY 2009-2010 AURORA, Colo., November 10, 2009 - At the September 18, BCR Board of Trustees meeting, incumbent Board chair, Greg Cotton, technical services/system librarian for Cole Library at Cornell College (IA), welcomed new and returning members to the BCR Board of Trustees. Two newly elected trustees participated in orientation activities prior to the Board meeting: school library trustee, Kelly Kuntz, Beaverton (OR) School District; and at-large trustee, Lori Phillips, University of Wyoming Libraries. Returning for a second term each are special library trustee, Ann Marie Clark, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center (WA); and at-large trustee, Kate Gordon, Consortium Library, University of Alaska. BCR also welcomes a new state library representative from Nevada. Daphne DeLeon, division administrator of the Nevada State Library & Archives, will join the other ten state agency trustees to the Board for the December 2009 meeting. The BCR Board of Trustees officers for FY 2009-2010 include Cotton, whose tenure as Board chair was extended an additional two years to maintain continuity on the Board and among Board officers; Ann Joslin, Idaho state librarian, who is serving her third consecutive year as the BCR Board of Trustees vice-chair. Also reelected to the Executive Committee were BCR public library trustee, Gina Millsap, Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library (KS); Mary Wegner, Iowa state librarian; and Ann Marie Clark. About the BCR Board of Trustees BCR currently is governed by a 20-member Board of Trustees, made up of representatives from various types of libraries. BCR's Board is comprised of the state librarians of each of BCR's 11 member states (Alaska, Colorado, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Wyoming); one trustee each representing BCR's academic libraries, public libraries, research libraries, special libraries and school libraries/processing centers; three at-large trustees; and the BCR President and CEO. About BCR BCR brings libraries together for greater success by expanding their knowledge, reach and power. They offer a broad range of solutions and their hands-on, personal attention to each member enables them to deliver effective and timely solutions that help libraries keep pace with new developments in technology and services. BCR is the nation's oldest and most established multistate library cooperative. Since 1935, the BCR team has helped libraries learn new skills, reach patrons, increase productivity and save money. BCR (Bibliographical Center for Research) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit headquartered in Aurora, Colorado. For more information, visit www.BCR.org or email info at BCR.org. ******************************************* Brandie Baumann Communications Coordinator BCR 14394 E. Evans Ave. Aurora, CO 80014-1408 p: 303.751.6277 ext 110 800.397.1552 f: 303.751.9787 e: bbaumann at bcr.org www.BCR.org From RBEERBOWER at cityofsalem.net Tue Nov 10 16:49:58 2009 From: RBEERBOWER at cityofsalem.net (Robin Beerbower) Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 16:49:58 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Tech Petting Zoo Reminder with Parking Directions Message-ID: <4AF999B6020000AF0000C57E@gwgwia.cityofsalem.net> First of all if you have already read about the Tech Petting Zoo and are planning on attending, here are the parking directions: First of all the address is: Tualatin Public Library 18878 SW Martinazzi Tualatin, OR 97062 If you are coming from I-5 and have turned on Martinazzi, turn left on Seneca St, which is about one block south of the library and continue to the parking lot on the right with a sign that says Parking with a logo that is white (White Lot). Look for spots without time limits (some are 3 hours) and you may park there all day. Here is more about the Tech Petting Zoo: The following is a special workshop sponsored by OLA?s Public Library Division. Cameras and Kindles and Wii games, oh my! Are you flummoxed by new technology such as e-readers, online social networks, iPods and iPhones, and wonder how they can fit into your library? Then spend a day at the Technology Petting Zoo! Come explore innovative technologies and their use in the public library setting. The morning will be spent on presentations by local experts and then in the afternoon you will be given a chance to actually sample devices. The Zoo will be held Friday, November 13th, 2009 at the Tualatin Public Library, from 9:30-4:00 but come early (9:00) for coffee and a chance to meet fellow novice techies. There is no charge for the event but we would like to know in advance if you would like to order a box lunch from Haggens. Check out their menu at https://store.haggen.com/PartyPlatters/Haggen/ProductList.aspx?locid=61&catid=74 and then email Abigail Elder (AElder at ci.tualatin.or.us) to order your lunch and the lunch fee will be collected when you arrive. You may also order Friday morning but it would be best if we had it ahead of time. You are also welcome to bring a sack lunch. The morning session will be spent on short presentations on the following topics: Circulating Games Text Reference YouTube Facebook & Twitter Library2Go Google Chrome E-Readers Security After lunch there will be a chance to actually ?pet? devices such as flip cameras, gaming systems, iPods, e-readers, netbooks, a Wii, and whatever else Best Buy staff will bring us to sample. There will even be an area known as the Technology Graveyard. Questions may be addressed to Abigail Elder (aelder at ci.tualatin.or.us), Robin Beerbower (rbeerbower at cityofsalem.net), or Su Ikeda (opalsu at gmail.com). It?s all happening at the Zoo! Robin Beerbower Fiction Selector & Homebound Services Salem Public Library PO Box 14810 (97309) 585 Liberty SE (97301) Salem, OR 503-588-6089 From diedre08 at gmail.com Tue Nov 10 17:27:30 2009 From: diedre08 at gmail.com (Diedre Conkling) Date: Tue, 10 Nov 2009 17:27:30 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] ALA Washington Office Webinar: Get Legislators in Your Library! Message-ID: <61ec90900911101727r504eb7bck3d03e329db2b2358@mail.gmail.com> ALA Washington Office Webinar: Get Legislators in Your Library! November 10th, 2009 | Category: Grassroots Lobbying, OGR One of the best ways to get legislators to listen (and, more important, support you) is to show them what your library does to benefit the community. Believe it or not, members of Congress still think of libraries as ?those places with all the books.? The good news is that your opportunities to make a real difference are just around the corner. Members of Congress and their staff will be coming back to their districts for the Thanksgiving and Winter District Work periods (exact dates to be determined). Whether it?s a meeting with your trustees, friends or employees, a visit to your library or inviting legislators and staff to a holiday event, this session will offer practical tips for making these visits as worthwhile as possible. *Date:* Wednesday, November 18, 2009 *Time:* 4:00 PM ? 5:00 PM EST After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar. http://www.wo.ala.org/districtdispatch/?p=4010 -- Diedre Conkling Lincoln County Library District P.O. Box 2027 Newport, OR 97365 Work phone & fax: 541-265-3066 Work email: diedre at beachbooks.org Home email: diedre08 at gmail.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From paynter at pdx.edu Thu Nov 12 09:49:07 2009 From: paynter at pdx.edu (Robin A. 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Contact Rachel Bridgewater (bridgewr at reed.edu) or Diane Sotak (sotak at up.edu). -- Portland State University logo *Robin Paynter* Social Sciences Librarian 220D Library Portland State University 503.725.4501 503.725.4524 paynter at pdx.edu http://www.pdx.edu/library/paynter.html "The fragmentation of rational knowledge in the postmodern world has produced a focus on information that is unaware of its history." -- Marcus Breen (1997) -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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The library science collection is meant to support the whole Oregon library community. The Library Development Division welcomes your suggestions for acquisitions - see the blog for an input form or email us! Dowd, Nancy, Mary Evangeliste, Jonathan Silberman. Bite-sized Marketing: Realistic Solutions for the Overworked Librarian. Chicago: American Library Association, 2010. 021.7 Dowd ISBN 978-0-8389-1000-9 This book is structured to quickly impart simple and cost-effective ideas on marketing your library. Filled with contemporary marketing ideas, the authors provide * How-to of guerrilla marketing * Cutting-edge digital marketing practices * Benefits of traditional print media Visually compelling and easy to read, this book will challenge you to market your library in new and original ways. The Librarian's Book of Quotes. Tatyana Eckstrand, comp. Chicago: American Library Association, 2010. 021.7 Dowd ISBN 978-0-8389-1000-9 Tatyana Eckstrand has compiled nearly three hundred of the most insightful, thought-provoking, and inspiring aphorisms about the library profession. Writers from Shakespeare to Ray Bradbury and librarians from John Cotton Dana to Nancy Pearl are gathered together to sing the praises of librarians' skills, values, and the amazing institutions they support. Citations are provided to the original source material, and a handy biographical dictionary provides background on individuals who may not be household names. Moving Materials: Physical Delivery in Libraries. Valerie Horton and Bruce Smith, eds. Chicago: American Library Association, 2010. 025.6 Movin ISBN 978-0-8389-1001-6 Picking, packing, delivering, and returning library materials can be very time consuming and expensive; yet, it is one of the most important and least understood functions within a library. Until now, little time has been spent studying, exploring, or writing about the physical delivery of library materials. "Moving Materials" is the guide to contemporary logistics management for libraries. Eleven experts in the field explore every aspect of this multi-million dollar function, so readers will learn: the impact of pricing on delivery services; managing in-house delivery systems; and, the value of outsourcing physical delivery to a carrier service. The book details about routing and materials management systems. It features new technologies and the impact of library 2.0 on physical delivery. "Moving Materials" is a practical, useful handbook for library managers who want to save money and offer quality materials to their patrons. Mayer, Brian, and Christopher Harris. Libraries Got Game; Aligned Learning through Modern Board Games. Chicago: American Library Association, 2010. 025.2896 Mayer ISBN 978-0-8389-1009-2 A much-talked-about topic gets thorough consideration from two educator-librarians, who explain exactly how designer board games which are worlds apart from games produced strictly for the educational market can become curricular staples for students young and old. Drawing on their experience as game aficionados and developers of a nationally recognized program, the authors equip colleagues with everything they need to initiate a board game project with * Direct links between board games and curriculum * Suggestions for building a core collection across grade levels * Strategies for program development and implementation >From promoting the idea to teachers and administrators to aligning specific games to state and national education standards, this book will help you build a strong collection that speaks to enhanced learning and social development and is just plain fun. Tunstall, Patricia. Hiring, Training, and Supervising Library Shelvers. Chicago: American Library Association, 2010. 023.3 Tunst ISBN 978-0-8389-1010-8 How do you find good library shelvers and keep them for more than a few months? Tunstall gives practical advice to help you do just that with a complete overview on how to hire, test, train, and retain shelvers. A complete toolkit, this book includes templates for signs advertising employment, screening tests, interview questions, employment letters, job descriptions, and employee assessments; the dos and don'ts of hiring and firing; checklists for procedures and training. Every librarian will be able to hire, train, and supervise library shelvers with confidence with Tunstall's down-to-earth advice. Fortriede, Steven Carl. Moving Your Library: Getting the Collection from Here to There. Chicago: American Library Association, 2010. 025.1 Fortr ISBN 978-0-8389-0994-2 The task of moving collections of books and other materials can be overwhelming as library facilities evolve to reflect changing demographics and use patterns. Author and experienced mover Steven Carl Fortriede has everything you need to get the job done quickly and efficiently with step-by-step directions, diagrams, spreadsheets, and photos. Readers will learn how to plan a library move, which method is best for a particular situation, how to recruit and train workers, and what tools and supplies are needed. Everything you need for the move is included - even specifications for boxes, moving carts, sorting trays, and a worksheet to calculate shelving layouts and growth rates. "Moving Your Library" is the complete kit for any librarian facing the daunting prospect of moving a library collection. Murray, Start A. P. The Library: an Illustrated History. Chicago: American Library Association, 2009. 027.009 Murra ISBN 978-0-8389-0991-1 Through the ages, humanity has created, destroyed, rescued, neglected, discovered, stolen, and cherished libraries-and no other institution so perfectly mirrors the human condition in any period of history. The Library tells the story of libraries and of the changing form and function of the book from era to era, whether clay tablets, parchment sheets, papyrus scrolls, glossy paper, recording tape or silicone chips. At the heart of the story of libraries and books is the story of the reader, who also has changed from era to era. Profusely illustrated, with fascinating is a comprehensive look at libraries that will interest book lovers and librarians. 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The American Library Association (ALA) Washington Office is calling for nominations for two awards to honor individuals or groups who have championed, protected and promoted public access to government information and the public?s right to know. The James Madison Award, named in honor of President James Madison, was established in 1986 to celebrate an individual or group who has brought awareness to these issues at the *national level*. Madison is widely regarded as the Father of the Constitution and as the foremost advocate for openness in government. The Eileen Cooke State & Local Madison Award honors an extraordinary leader who has built *local* grassroots awareness of the importance of access to information. Cooke, former director of the ALA Washington Office, was a tireless advocate for the public?s right to know and a mentor to many librarians and trustees. Both awards are presented during Freedom of Information (FOI) Day, an annual event on or near March 16, Madison?s birthday. Nominations should be submitted to the ALA Washington Office no later than February 6, 2010. Submissions should include a statement (maximum one page) about the nominee?s contribution to public access to government information and why it merits the award and one seconding letter. Please include a brief biography and contact information for the nominee. Send e-mail nominations to Jessica McGilvray, Assistant Director for the ALA Office of Government Relations, at jmcgilvray at alawash.org. Submissions can also be mailed to: James Madison Award / Eileen Cooke Award American Library Association Washington Office 1615 New Hampshire Avenue, NW Washington, D.C. 20009-2520 More information on the award, including a list of previous winners, can be found here . http://www.wo.ala.org/districtdispatch/?p=4022 -- Diedre Conkling Lincoln County Library District P.O. 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Select the number of items you would like, click Continue at the bottom, fill out your contact info, and confirm your order. You should receive a confirmation email soon thereafter. The customer number is not a required field, so just ignore it when filling out contact info. Thanks, Jen Jennifer Maurer School Library Consultant Library Development Oregon State Library 250 Winter Street NE Salem, OR 97301-3950 503-378-5011 jennifer.maurer at state.or.us To receive the latest news about OSLIS, www.oslis.org, sign up for the listserv, OSLIST, at http://listsmart.osl.state.or.us/mailman/listinfo/oslist. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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November 13, 2009 Closing Dates 11/20/09 Children's Librarian, Molalla, OR 11/20/09 Evening/weekend Library Supervisor, Portland, OR 11/20/09 Library Clerk/IT Assistant, North Plains, OR 11/23/09 Distance Learning Librarian, Portland, OR 11/25/09 Library Associate, Woodburn, OR 12/04/09 Library Director, North Plains, OR 12/18/09 Library Administrator, Salem, OR Job Announcements ************************************** Posted: 10/15/09 Children's Librarian Closes: 11/20/09 Molalla, OR Part-time position (less than 20 hours per week) Salary range: $16.00-$18.00 per hour Qualifications: Combination of education and/or experience equivalent to a MLS or a MLS degree. Wanted: An enthusiastic and creative individual to develop, manage and implement library service for children and teens in a well-used small library. This includes planning and presenting programs for youth, evaluating materials to maintain diverse and relevant youth collections and provide outreach services. For full job description and application visit: www.cityofmolalla.com ************************************** Posted: 11/6/09 Evening/weekend Library Supervisor (24 hours per week) Closes: 11/20/2009 Portland, OR National College of Natural Medicine General Description: Supervises the library and provides reference service during evening and weekend shifts by assisting other library staff in the maintenance of library collections (physical and electronic), including cataloging and processing new materials. Work schedule is 5pm-9pm, M-Th; 9am-5pm, Sat. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required and two years of library experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Online Ad: Please see the full posting at http://www.ncnm.edu/about-ncnm/job-openings.php. To Apply: FAX, mail, or email your letter of interest, resume, and names of 3 references with contact information to: Human Resources/Library Supervisor National College of Natural Medicine 049 SW Porter Street Portland, OR 97201 Fax: (503)-274-4093 Email: personnel at ncnm.edu (you must include the full job title in the email subject line) ************************************** Posted: 11/13/09 Library Clerk/IT Assistant Closes: 11/20/09 North Plains, OR The City of North Plains has an opening for a part time permanent Library Clerk/IT Assistant position. Interested persons may view the job announcement, description and obtain an application here. All applications must be submitted to North Plains City Hall by 4:30 p.m., November 20, 2009. Questions may be directed to Lisa Gibson, (503) 647-5555 or via e-mail at lisa at northplains.org. ************************************** Posted: 10/23/09 Distance Learning Librarian Closes: 11/23/09 (or until filled) Portland, OR Portland State University Library General Description: Develops and coordinates the Library's distance learning services and programs; coordinates initiatives and training for Library faculty and staff to support distance services in their respective areas; supports course-integrated online information literacy instruction in a collaborative environment; develops policies and procedures for providing access to materials to distributed learning students and faculty; participates in the library's dynamic reference and instruction programs; and collaborates on the selection of information resources to support the distance education needs of a diverse institution. Some evening and weekend reference duty and/or instruction is required. Tenure-track faculty contribute to faculty governance activities within the Library and the University, engage in community and professional service, and pursue an active publication and research agenda, seeking grants as appropriate. This entry-level, full-time, 12-month fixed-term faculty position, ranked at the Instructor level, reports to the Assistant University Librarian for Public Services. Required Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS.; experience developing online learning objects and guides, web applications, digital media, and with post-production editing; demonstrated understanding of, and expressed commitment to the principles and standards of information literacy; work experience in current pedagogy of online information literacy instruction; instructional technology training and experience; ability to successfully complete a criminal background check and provide transcripts. Deadlines: Review of applications begins November, 2009. Open until finalists identified. Online ad: Please see the full posting at http://www.pdx.edu/sites/www.pdx.edu.hr/files/media_assets/job_posting/hr_posting_lib_013.pdf To Apply: Send cover letter (address how your knowledge and experiences meet qualifications); resume; and names, address, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of four references to: Anne Keech, Search Coordinator, keecha at pdx.edu. Applications not containing all requested documents will not be considered. Electronic application materials are strongly preferred (Word or pdf documents). ************************************** Posted: 11/6/09 Library Associate Closes: 11/25/09 Woodburn, OR General Description: The City of Woodburn is currently accepting applications for this full-time position (40 hours per week) within the Woodburn Public Library. Under the general supervision of the Library Manager, this position is responsible for the processing and cataloging of library materials. The Library Associate takes a lead role in coordinating the work of staff in the Library Assistant and Page classifications, as well as library volunteers. This position also performs library assistant duties in the technical services area and assists in shelving books and materials. Scheduled hours of work may involve weekends and evenings. To apply: For the complete job announcement and to apply, please click here. ************************************** Posted: 11/13/09 Library Director Closes: 12/04/09 North Plains, OR Salary: $21.33 to $28.58/hr Brief description: The North Plains Public Library seeks an energetic library director for a growing library. Just a few years old and now a full member of WCCLS, the NPPL is a bustling, user-centered library. While an MLS is not required, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate significant library experience, supervisory, and leadership qualifications. To apply: See the job announcement or apply in person at City Hall, 31360 NW Commercial St. North Plains, OR 97133 or call 503-647-5555 ************************************** Posted: 11/6/09 Library Administrator Closes: 12/18/2009 Salem, OR Brief description of position: Applications are currently being accepted for the Salem Public Library Administrator, who will manage day-to-day operations and provide guidance to a staff of 51 FTE as they provide excellent library service to over 154,000 Salem residents. The person selected as the Library Administrator must be a proven leader, a skilled communicator, and must have a record of working collaboratively with those inside and outside the organization. Qualifications: An ALA accredited Master's degree in Library/Information Sciences, plus five years of progressively responsible professional library experience, including two to three years of management and supervisory experience which demonstrates considerable knowledge in the principles and practices of general administration and supervision, and extensive knowledge of the methods, policies, practices, principles, and procedures of professional library work. Compensation: Salary range is $76,008 - $97,236 (top of salary range, dependant on qualifications and experience), with excellent fringe benefits. To apply: Submit your application, resume, and at least three professional references, as described on the full job announcement at http://www.cityofsalem.net/Departments/HumanResources/Pages/EmploymentOpportunities.aspx ************************************** To list a job announcement please provide the following information: Job Title Closing Date City & State Brief description of position Link to the full job announcement All listings with no closing date mentioned will be removed from Jobline after one month Email your request to April Baker. To Unsubscribe To subscribe/unsubscribe from libs-or, visit http://listsmart.osl.state.or.us/mailman/listinfo/libs-or Contacts at the Oregon State Library Technical Assistance: 503-932-1004. Jobline Editor: April Baker, 503-378-2464. Oregon State Library homepage: http://www.oregon.gov/OSL. Libs-or subscription assistance: 503-932-1004. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From reed_ann at oslmac.osl.state.or.us Fri Nov 13 08:48:20 2009 From: reed_ann at oslmac.osl.state.or.us (Ann Reed) Date: Fri, 13 Nov 2009 08:48:20 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Time to Apply for The Big Read Message-ID: Time to Apply for The Big Read Application Deadline: February 2, 2010 Washington, DC-The Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS), in partnership with the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) and in cooperation with Arts Midwest, announces the 2010 deadline for The Big Read, a program to revitalize the role of literature in American culture. Organizations may apply for grants ranging from $2,500 to $20,000 with the grant size determined by community population, number of activities planned, and artistic excellence and merit. Selected communities will participate in The Big Read from September 2010 - June 2011. Communities across the country have strengthened their Big Read projects by enlisting the support of art, science, history, and children's museums, as well as aquaria, arboreta, botanical gardens, nature centers, and zoos. Since 2006, more than 800 awards have been made to communities across the country. Learn more about Big Read events and access free online versions of Reader's, Teacher's, and Audio Guides at?www.NEABigRead.org. Applicants must choose one of 31 available Big Read selections, including this year's new title In the Time of the Butterflies by Julia Alvarez. Big Read grants require the participation of a library as a lead applicant or a partner. Grant funds, which must be matched with nonfederal funds, may be used for such expenses as book purchases, speaker fees and travel, salaries, advertising, and venue rental. Organizations selected to participate in The Big Read will receive a grant, access to online training resources and opportunities, educational and promotional materials to support community involvement, an organizer's guide for developing and managing Big Read activities, inclusion of the organization and its activities on The Big Read Web site, and the prestige of participating in a national program. The application can be downloaded at http://neabigread.org/guidelines.php. The proposal deadline is February 2, 2010. Questions should be directed to Arts Midwest at 612-238-8010 or TheBigRead at artsmidwest.org. About the Institute of Museum and Library Services The Institute of Museum and Library Services is the primary source of federal support for the nation's 123,000 libraries and 17,500 museums. The Institute's mission is to create strong libraries and museums that connect people to information and ideas. The Institute works at the national level and in coordination with state and local organizations to sustain heritage, culture, and knowledge; enhance learning and innovation; and support professional development. To learn more about the Institute, please visit www.imls.gov. About the National Endowment for the Arts The National Endowment for the Arts is a public agency dedicated to supporting excellence in the arts-both new and established-bringing the arts to all Americans, and providing leadership in arts education. Established by Congress in 1965 as an independent agency of the federal government, the Endowment is the nation's largest annual funder of the arts, bringing great art to all 50 states, including rural areas, inner cities, and military bases. For more information, please visit: www.arts.gov. About Arts Midwest Arts Midwest connects people throughout the Midwest and the world to meaningful arts opportunities, sharing creativity, knowledge, and understanding across boundaries. Arts Midwest connects the arts to audiences throughout the nine-state region of Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, North Dakota, Ohio, South Dakota and Wisconsin. One of six non-profit regional arts organizations in the United States, Arts Midwest's history spans more than 25 years. For more information, please visit: www.artsmidwest.org. Ann Reed, Federal Programs Coordinator Library Development Services Oregon State Library 250 Winter St. Salem, OR 97301 (503) 378-5027 fax (503) 378-6439 ann.reed at state.or.us http://www.oregon.gov/OSL/LD/ From scseelig at msn.com Fri Nov 13 09:04:41 2009 From: scseelig at msn.com (scseelig at msn.com) Date: Fri, 13 Nov 2009 09:04:41 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Vacation reply In-Reply-To: Message-ID: An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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I can only do 2 in a day to keep my voice in good shape. I would also require accommodation , travel and per diem expenses. The other expense would be a work permit for crossing the border. I believe it is about $300.00. I will into this and see what is required. Please let us know if you are interested in partnering for a visit by Kathy Reid-Naiman. Dana Dana Campbell, Youth Services Librarian Corvallis-Benton County Public Library 645 Monroe Ave. Corvallis, OR 97330 541-766-6784 Fax: 541-766-6915 dana.campbell at ci.corvallis.or.us PNLA Oregon Representative 2008-2010 ALA SRRT Amelia Bloomer Cmmt. 2008-2010 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From fordem at ohsu.edu Fri Nov 13 10:08:17 2009 From: fordem at ohsu.edu (Emily Ford) Date: Fri, 13 Nov 2009 10:08:17 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Oregon Health Go Local E-Newsletter August-October 2009 Message-ID: <488FC2848C14E74BAC1E4F7919D107FC706DD554@EX-MB01.ohsu.edu> [cid:image008.jpg at 01CA6449.385B53E0] Oregon Health Go Local E-Newsletter August- October 2009 In this Newsletter: MedlinePlus: Understanding Medical Words Tutorial and HealthDay News on H1N1 Hospitalizations Living a Healthier Life: the new community health education center at salem hospital Farewell, Anne Hepburn! Records Count MedlinePlus: Understanding Medical Words Tutorial And HealthDay News on H1N1 Hospitalizations In October MedlinePlus released a speech enhancement to their interactive, online medical words tutorial. The tutorial helps consumers understand the roots of the medical words, offers quizzes to reinforce comprehension, and more. Take the tutorial yourself at: http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/medicalwords.html In addition to the Medical Words Tutorial MedlinePlus has been offering consumers information via their HealthDay News Updates. The most recent video debunks some myths about Hospitalization and the H1N1 virus. Living a Healther Life: the new community health education center at salem hospital Submitted by Paul Howard, Clinical and Consumer Health Librarian at Salem Hospital Leading and maintaining a healthy lifestyle is all about having the information needed to make educated health decisions. This can often be difficult with a myriad of sources out there sometimes providing confusing and misleading information. Thanks to the more than $4 million donated to the Salem Hospital Foundation by numerous community members, physicians and hospital employees, the new Community Health Education Center (CHEC) opened in October on the Salem Hospital campus in Salem, Oregon and provides the community one source for trusted health information. The state-of-the-art facility is staffed with trained professionals including health educators, nurses and a librarian all available to help connect patients, families, and community members with the information they need to make informed decisions. [cid:image009.jpg at 01CA6449.385B53E0] Professionals at the CHEC personally greet each person and help determine their needs whether they be Internet, video and print resources, cooking classes, support groups or other educational opportunities. The health education center is made up of five areas including The Pierce Resource Center?a community health library, The Gehlar Wellness Kitchen?a state-of-the art cooking classroom, The Gerlinger Support Group Room, The King Staff Library and The Green Education Classrooms. Whether someone needs help understanding a diagnosis, researching an existing condition, or learning how to eat healthy, the CHEC staff are happy to assist community members, patients, and families find the information and resources they need. For more information on the CHEC, please visit our website at www.salemhealth.org/chec. [cid:image005.png at 01CA6448.26936FE0] [cid:image010.jpg at 01CA6449.385B53E0]Farewell, Anne Hepburn! It is with mixed feelings that Oregon Health Go Local is saying goodbye to Anne Hepburn, our project assistant. She is leaving to be the newest librarian at the Pacific Northwest College of Art. We are happy for her, but sad to see her go. In addition to getting a professional job in this tough economy, Anne also recently earned her Masters in Library Science from Emporia State University?s SLIM Program. Anne began working with the Oregon Health Go Local project in November, 2008. Her outside-the-box thinking, attention to detail, sense of humor, and dedication to Oregon Health Go Local will be missed. Please help us congratulating Anne on these major accomplishments. Records Count As of October 30, 2009 Oregon Health Go Local has: ? 376 Incomplete Records ? 2796 Approved Records ? 21 Returned Records (under revision) ? Grand Total: 3193 records We?re still working hard to index the remaining incomplete records. Most of those are chiropractic and naturopathic clinic records. 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Bowker Subject Guide to Books in Print 2005/2006 v. 1-7 Grey House Nations of The World 2009: A Political, Economic and Business Handbook Please let me know your courier drop site if you are interested. Thank You, Emily Schikora Technical Services Library Assistant Marylhurst University - Shoen Library 503-699-6261x3373 eschikora at marylhurst.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From sarah.cunningham at state.or.us Mon Nov 16 09:47:21 2009 From: sarah.cunningham at state.or.us (Sarah Cunningham) Date: Mon, 16 Nov 2009 09:47:21 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Check out the supportability blog! Message-ID: sup.port.abil.i.ty Check it out at: http://supportabilityoregonlibrarysupport.blogspot.com/ Sarah M. Cunningham Oregon Document Specialist Oregon State Library 250 Winter St NE Salem, OR 97301 cunningham_sarah at oslmac.osl.state.or.us 503-378-4749 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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You can view the item at: http://www.gaylord.com/adblock.asp?abid=2440&search_by=desc&search_for=15342510&mpc=WW&catalog=&target= Regards, Rachel Hawes Pierce Library Eastern Oregon University One University Blvd. La Grande, OR 97850 541-962-3651 rhawes at eou.edu From SusanMecklem at dwt.com Mon Nov 16 10:38:31 2009 From: SusanMecklem at dwt.com (Mecklem, Susan) Date: Mon, 16 Nov 2009 10:38:31 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Downtown Librarians Meeting THURSDAY Nov 19 at Mercy Corps Message-ID: This month's Downtown Librarians brown bag lunch will be hosted by Pam Osborne, Manager of Intranet Services at Mercy Corps. We'll meet at noon on Thursday, November 19, 2009. Their new building is at 45 SW Ankeny Street. We'll gather at the main reception desk which is on the second floor of the building and then have lunch in the Gobi Conference Room (#220). The best way to get there is to take MAX; they are right on the MAX line (red or blue) at the Skidmore Fountain stop. 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The City. 2) The Idea Channel - Africa's agricultural crisis - 1994 (32 min) 3) The Idea Channel - Global warming - 1997 (49 min) 4) People Count - "Fishing for solutions" - 1997 (TBS (26 min) + script 5) People Count - "Hard at work" - 1997 (TBS) 6) People Count - "Heads up!" - 1997 (TBS) (26 min) + script 7) People Count - "A New Deal" - 1997 (TBS) (26 min) + script 8) People Count - "No place like home" - 1997 (TBS) (22 min) + script 9) People Count - "Rags to riches" - [1997?] (TBS) (29 min) + script 10) People Count - "Scratching the imagination"- 1997 (TBS) (35 min) + script 11) Understanding urban sprawl, Films for the Humanities & Sciences, 1999 (47 min, color) 12) Was Malthus right? Population and resources in the 21st Century - Films for the Humanities & Sciences, 1999 (27 min., color) 13) The World Bank - Challenges and change: the World Bank today, IBRD/World Bank Group, 1994 (20 min) (NTSC) 14) The World Bank - Curitiba: a city of the future, IBRD/ World Bank Group, 1992 (12 min.) (NTSC) 15) The World Bank - Dams, debates and development: a Socratic dialogue, IBRD/ World Bank Group, 1994 (NTSC) 16) The World Bank - Global warming and climate change: a televised dialogue, World Bank, 1996 (58:18 minutes) (NTSC) 17) The World Bank - Investing in people: China, direct aid to people in rural area, World Bank, 1996 (38 min.) (NTSC) 18) The World Bank - Social Issues: a panel discussion, World Bank, 1997 (29:42 min) (NTSC) 19) The World Bank - Subsidies and the environment: a revised dialogue, World Bank, 1997 (51 min.) (NTSC) ~~~~~~~~~~~ Lori Davidson LT3: Public Services Interlibrary Loan Coordinator Western Oregon University Hamersly Library 345 N. Monmouth Avenue Monmouth, OR 97361 Office: 503-838-8884 Fax: 503-838-8645 E-Mail: davidsol at wou.edu ILL E-Mail: ilibloan at wou.edu OCLC: WOS ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ "If you think taking care of yourself is selfish, change your mind. If you don't, you're simply ducking your responsibilities." Anne Richards Note: under Oregon Law, messages to and from this e-mail address may be available to the public. ***************************************** -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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OLA's scholarship application and requirements are available as an electronic eApplication, through the Oregon Student Assistance Commission (OSAC), at www.GetCollegeFunds.org Applicants who submit their applications by February 16 are entered in drawings for $500 Early Bird awards. Open the 2010 ? 2011 OSAC Scholarship Catalog and enter a search for Scholarship Code 471 or for the Oregon Library Association to see the requirements. Additional information about the deadlines and more is available at www.GetCollegeFunds.org/deadlines.html At the OSAC site, you can read about OLA's program, and search the more than 340 scholarships OSAC manages. The scholarship application process is confidential, and there is no fee to apply. The OSAC office is located at 1500 Valley River Drive, Suite 100, Eugene, OR 97401. For questions about OLA?s scholarship and OSAC scholarship programs call 800-452-8807 or email: awardinfo at osac.state.or.us Funding for OLA?s scholarships is provided by a Library Services and Technology Grant administered by the Oregon State Library and through the generosity of OLA members who have donated to the scholarship fund. OLA members are encouraged to make donations to support this new OLA initiative by using the MLIS Scholarship Contribution Form at www.olaweb.org in the Membership section. The Early Bird awards are privately funded. -- Gary Sharp Director of Library Services North Bend Public Library 1800 Sherman North Bend OR 97549 541-756-1073 voice or fax ?A library is a shelter for the mind and spirit.? - Tom McCall From maurer_jennifer at oslmac.osl.state.or.us Mon Nov 16 13:09:27 2009 From: maurer_jennifer at oslmac.osl.state.or.us (Jennifer Maurer) Date: Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:09:27 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] 25 Titles Now Available in Gale Virtual Reference Library Message-ID: Hi, In late September the SDLAC committee voted on the top 25 titles, culled from a list of selected choices that Gale gave us, to include in the Gale Virtual Reference Library database. http://oregon.gov/OSL/LD/technology/sdlp/index.shtml Only 10 titles had 4 or more votes each, so those were added to the GVRL right away. Then the reps looked over the titles that each received 2 or 3 votes, and we voted on the remaining choices during our 11/6 meeting. We tried to make sure there were some titles appropriate for academic, public/tribal, and K12 library patrons and to encompass multiple subject areas. The following choices are now available in GVRL. For a description of what each title encompasses, see the attachment. 15 Additional Titles as of 11/16/09 Ancient Greece and Rome: An Encyclopedia for Students Complete Dictionary of Scientific Biography Encyclopedia of Clothing and Fashion Encyclopedia of Education Encyclopedia of Islam and the Muslim World Encyclopedia of World Cultures Supplement Europe 1789-1914: Encyclopedia of the Age of Industry and Empire Europe Since 1914: Encyclopedia of the Age of War and Reconstruction Gale Encyclopedia of Mental Health, 2nd ed. Middle Ages Reference Library Real-Life Math Social Issues Primary Sources Collection Witchcraft in America World War I Reference Library World War II Reference Library 10 Titles We Already Had in GVRL as of 10/12/09 American Decades Primary Sources Ancient Civilizations Reference Library Complete Human Diseases and Conditions Encyclopedia of Philosophy, 2nd ed. Encyclopedia of Religion Encyclopedia of Science, Technology and Ethics Encyclopedia of World Cultures Grzimek's Animal Life Encyclopedia UXL Encyclopedia of Native American Tribes, 2nd ed. Women in World History: A Biographical Encyclopedia Thanks, Jen Jennifer Maurer School Library Consultant Library Development Oregon State Library 250 Winter Street NE Salem, OR 97301-3950 503-378-5011 jennifer.maurer at state.or.us -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Organizations selected to participate in The Big Read will receive a grant ranging from $2,500 to $20,000, access to online training resources, educational and promotional materials, inclusion of your organization and activities on The Big Read Web site, and the prestige of participating in a highly visible national program. Approximately 75 organizations from across the country will be selected by a panel of experts. To download the Guidelines & Application Instructions go to www.NEABigRead.org Questions? Call Arts Midwest at 612.238.8010 or email TheBigRead at artsmidwest.org The Big Read is an initiative of the National Endowment for the Arts in partnership with the Institute of Museum and Library Services and in cooperation with Arts Midwest. The Institute of Museum and Library Services | www.imls.gov ------ End of Forwarded Message -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Instead, its 10 volumes are listed individually: Crime and Punishment; Environmental Issues; Family in Society; Gender Issues and Sexuality; Government, Politics, and Protest; Human and Civil Rights; Immigration and Multiculturalism; Medicine, Bioethics, and Health; Social Policy; and Terrorism. Credits Some of you asked if you would receive a credit if you are already have one of the e-books now available though the statewide contract. The short answer is no. Contact me if you want more information about why. However, if you already subscribe to a database that is now available through the statewide contract, contact your Gale sales rep about a possible credit. Public and tribal libraries: jeff.jensen at cengage.com Academic libraries: rob.hoyer at cengage.com Tips for Accessing and Using GVRL If you do not have a specific link to GVRL on your library webpage, you can find the database by scrolling through the menu of choices that comes up when you click on PowerSearch. Or, once you are in most any Gale database, click on Change Databases at the top and then scroll through the list of choices. Once you are in the GVRL database, you can use the search box at the top to search all of the titles at one time, or you can click on Show All to see a list of all the titles. If you chose the latter, then click on the name of one of the books that interests you. That opens to a page with general information about the e-book. At the top, you can browse the table of contents, index, and a list of the illustrations. Explore the e-book by clicking on the links within those three sections, or search for something in that specific title by using the yellow search box towards the left. Combining Your E-Books with Those Available Through the Statewide Contract Gale can arrange it so that when your patrons/students click on the GVRL database link, it displays the titles purchased by your library and those available through the statewide contract. To set up that feature, contact Gale at Gale.Consortium.Installs at cengage.com. Please do not use the generic tech support email or phone number for this request. MARC Records Soon MARC records for each of the GVRL titles will be available on the Gale support site for Oregon, http://galesupport.com/oregon/. Then if you want, you can download the records to your library's catalog. I'll announce when that option is ready. GVRL Webinar on Thursday, December 3rd If you want interactive instruction on how to use the Gale Virtual Reference Library, Gale is offering a webinar at 3pm ET (= noon our time) on Thursday, 12/3. This is one of Gale's regularly scheduled webinars so it is not specific to Oregon. The session is an hour long, is free, and allows you to ask questions, but you must register for it ahead of time. To do that, go to http://www.attendeenet.com/gale/ and click on the session that interests you. Then click on Register Online Now. Self-Study Options If you are more into self-study, you can view this webcast to learn more about GVRL. Note that it takes several minutes to load. http://www.gale.cengage.com/media/training/GVRL/GVRL1/GVRL.htm Or, read through a navigation guide. http://www.gale.cengage.com/pdf/navguide/gvrl_nvg_v2.pdf. I found the above resources by clicking on Training Materials in the blue box to the right on Gale's support site. http://support.gale.com/gale/index.html. As always, feel free to contact me if you have questions or run into problems. Thanks, Jen Jennifer Maurer School Library Consultant Library Development Oregon State Library 250 Winter Street NE Salem, OR 97301-3950 503-378-5011 jennifer.maurer at state.or.us To receive the latest news about OSLIS, www.oslis.org, sign up for the listserv, OSLIST, at http://listsmart.osl.state.or.us/mailman/listinfo/oslist. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From samhines at gmail.com Mon Nov 16 18:24:39 2009 From: samhines at gmail.com (Samantha Schmehl Hines) Date: Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:24:39 -0700 Subject: [Libs-Or] OLA's withdrawal from PNLA Message-ID: <2f720b6d0911161824h5c8c5880ubaca0f9ffa4eacd6@mail.gmail.com> To the Oregon Library Association and the Members of OLA, We are deeply saddened by OLA's recent decision to withdraw from PNLA. The primary reason cited was the cost of having a representative attend PNLA Board meetings during a temporary economic downturn. But a permanent step was taken, and our great sadness is that we were not involved in the dialogue nor given an opportunity to discuss the perceived lack of PNLA's value. The relationship between OLA and PNLA has historically been vital to both organizations. According to OLA's official history A Journey Through Time, "OLA arose from a meeting held at the annual conference of PNLA." It should also be noted that it was three librarians from Portland who drafted and signed PNLA's Articles of Incorporation in 1955. Before and since that time, Oregon has been a valued partner of PNLA, and we will miss Oregon's voice at our Board meetings. As we begin our second century of cooperation and promoting libraries in the Northwest region, the PNLA Board still believes that PNLA can make a unique contribution to the Northwest library environment. The fourth PNLA Leadership Institute takes place in October 2010. Since the first Leadership Institute in 2004, 100 Leads participants have gone back to their libraries, library systems, and library associations equipped with leadership and change management training to help navigate their libraries through rapidly changing environments. As noted in the OLA decision to leave PNLA, "The LEADS Institute has a good reputation based on feedback from its participants." Six of these individuals have given directly back to the PNLA Board, and several others have worked on PNLA conference committees over the past five years. Most importantly, LEADS participants have also given back at the local level, which was the original need and inspiration for the PNLA Leadership Institute. The Young Readers Choice Awards - the oldest children's choice award in North America - maintains a strong following throughout the region. Participation in Oregon was second only to Alberta, and the Oregon Association of School Libraries has approached PNLA to investigate partnering with us in order to maintain its participation in YRCA. In response to concerns raised from our Provincial partners, YRCA has worked to include greater Canadian content in order to keep Harry Hartman's vision for YRCA meaningful for children throughout the Northwest. Based on the strength of PNLA's past four conferences (including the very successful 2006 conference in Eugene), PNLA is in a healthier financial position than it has been in the past, and we invested $3,500 back into our State and Provincial conferences in 2009. The upcoming joint WLA/PNLA conference in Victoria looks to be another wonderful professional development opportunity. The session selection process for the 2010 conference was incredibly competitive, with close to 100 program proposals from around the region. Out of these submissions, 36 of the best proposals have been selected on such relevant themes as management, children's services, and a survey of collaborative virtual reference models throughout the NW. The sessions include presenters from Multnomah County Library, Tigard, and the Oregon State Library - proof that there is, in Oregon, a desire to contribute to and attend PNLA's annual conference. Again, we are deeply saddened by OLA's recent decision to sever its relationship with PNLA. A Journey Through Time foreshadows that "state associations would eventually render PNLA obsolete" but notes that this has not happened because "the need to share resources remains a constant." PNLA will continue to promote libraries and the profession of librarianship throughout the Northwest in the months and years ahead, and we remain optimistic that the Oregon Library Association may one day revisit its recent decision. Sincerely yours, The PNLA Board. From kmcharg at spiretech.com Mon Nov 16 18:40:10 2009 From: kmcharg at spiretech.com (Kathleen McHarg) Date: Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:40:10 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] consulting project Message-ID: <4B020D0A.9080203@spiretech.com> Please post the attached RFP - thanks Kathleen McHarg -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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Denise Fuller Chair of Oregon's IRRT On Mon, Nov 16, 2009 at 6:24 PM, Samantha Schmehl Hines wrote: > To the Oregon Library Association and the Members of OLA, > > We are deeply saddened by OLA's recent decision to withdraw from PNLA. > The primary reason cited was the cost of having a representative > attend PNLA Board meetings during a temporary economic downturn. But a > permanent step was taken, and our great sadness is that we were not > involved in the dialogue nor given an opportunity to discuss the > perceived lack of PNLA's value. > > The relationship between OLA and PNLA has historically been vital to > both organizations. According to OLA's official history A Journey > Through Time, "OLA arose from a meeting held at the annual conference > of PNLA." It should also be noted that it was three librarians from > Portland who drafted and signed PNLA's Articles of Incorporation in > 1955. Before and since that time, Oregon has been a valued partner of > PNLA, and we will miss Oregon's voice at our Board meetings. As we > begin our second century of cooperation and promoting libraries in the > Northwest region, the PNLA Board still believes that PNLA can make a > unique contribution to the Northwest library environment. > > The fourth PNLA Leadership Institute takes place in October 2010. > Since the first Leadership Institute in 2004, 100 Leads participants > have gone back to their libraries, library systems, and library > associations equipped with leadership and change management training > to help navigate their libraries through rapidly changing > environments. As noted in the OLA decision to leave PNLA, "The LEADS > Institute has a good reputation based on feedback from its > participants." Six of these individuals have given directly back to > the PNLA Board, and several others have worked on PNLA conference > committees over the past five years. Most importantly, LEADS > participants have also given back at the local level, which was the > original need and inspiration for the PNLA Leadership Institute. > > The Young Readers Choice Awards - the oldest children's choice award > in North America - maintains a strong following throughout the region. > Participation in Oregon was second only to Alberta, and the Oregon > Association of School Libraries has approached PNLA to investigate > partnering with us in order to maintain its participation in YRCA. In > response to concerns raised from our Provincial partners, YRCA has > worked to include greater Canadian content in order to keep Harry > Hartman's vision for YRCA meaningful for children throughout the > Northwest. > > Based on the strength of PNLA's past four conferences (including the > very successful 2006 conference in Eugene), PNLA is in a healthier > financial position than it has been in the past, and we invested > $3,500 back into our State and Provincial conferences in 2009. The > upcoming joint WLA/PNLA conference in Victoria looks to be another > wonderful professional development opportunity. The session selection > process for the 2010 conference was incredibly competitive, with close > to 100 program proposals from around the region. Out of these > submissions, 36 of the best proposals have been selected on such > relevant themes as management, children's services, and a survey of > collaborative virtual reference models throughout the NW. The sessions > include presenters from Multnomah County Library, Tigard, and the > Oregon State Library - proof that there is, in Oregon, a desire to > contribute to and attend PNLA's annual conference. > > Again, we are deeply saddened by OLA's recent decision to sever its > relationship with PNLA. A Journey Through Time foreshadows that "state > associations would eventually render PNLA obsolete" but notes that > this has not happened because "the need to share resources remains a > constant." 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We have created a FAQ that is located on our website (http://www.portlandonline.com/auditor/index.cfm?&a=272520&c=26978) to answer questions about the move since we will be busy during the move and unable to answer questions directly while we are closed. As new information becomes available we will update the FAQ. We appreciate your flexibility and patience as we turn the page on the next chapter of the Portland Archives and Records Center. Please check our web page during the closure for additional announcements or to keep updated on our progress. See you in May! Mary B. Hansen Assistant Archivist City of Portland Archive & Records Center 503.823.4631 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From paynter at pdx.edu Tue Nov 17 12:48:33 2009 From: paynter at pdx.edu (Robin A. Paynter) Date: Tue, 17 Nov 2009 12:48:33 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Alliance Research Interest Group - December 2009 meeting reminder Message-ID: <4B030C21.3050304@pdx.edu> FYI - Upcoming Orbis/Cascade Alliance Research Interest Group Meeting! When: Friday, December 11 -- 10 a.m.-12 noon Where: * White Stag Building -- downtown Portland * Or via Adobe Connect (contact Laura Zeigen or Robin Paynter (contact info below) for more information on this option) * Or via video conference -- a list of public video conference sites is available at http://www.co.washington.or.us/LawLibrary/whats-new.cfm. Please contact the site directly if you are interested in using their facility. What: The Alliance Research Interest Group (RIG) was formed to support continuing education in research methodologies and statistics for academic librarians, provide a platform for cross-institutional research projects, and encourage publication or making results otherwise available to advance the field. The December meeting will be an opportunity to discuss progress on current projects and future directions. Current projects include: * Information literacy assessment comparison between institutions * Web logs comparison * Electronic journal availability study * Instant Messaging (IM) transcript analysis If you are interested in participating in the December meeting, please email Laura Zeigen (zeigenl at ohsu.edu ) or Robin Paynter (paynter at pdx.edu ). More details available on NWCentral -- Portland State University logo *Robin Paynter* Social Sciences Librarian 220D Library Portland State University 503.725.4501 503.725.4524 paynter at pdx.edu http://www.pdx.edu/library/paynter.html "The fragmentation of rational knowledge in the postmodern world has produced a focus on information that is unaware of its history." -- Marcus Breen (1997) -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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Following this message is a list of the nomines that the State Librarian has suggested that will be going to the Board for a December 4th vote. If you have someone else you want to nominate you must contact the Chair of the Board, Sue Burkholder, via e-mail at: sueburkholder at comcast.net prior to the December 4, 2009 Board meeting. 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This position may also assist with special projects at the request of the College Librarian. *Areas of Responsibility:* - Oversee and perform extensive quality control on all bibliographic data - Oversee data conversion from text-based records to OCLC MARC format - Troubleshoot library systems - Maintain statistics and evaluate effectiveness of ILS system and other relevant categories - Develop and maintain training materials on the new catalog, including in person training, webinars, and other methods to be determined - Meet regularly with implementation team to discuss the project and ensure that it is on schedule - Catalog and process new materials - Hire, train, and manage the work of library work-study students *Qualifications:* Education - An ALA accredited Master's degree in Library Science (MLS/MLIS) from an accredited college or university is required. Experience - Previous experience as a systems administrator is highly desirable; and experience with Millenium III System and WorldCat Local preferred - Previous experience cataloging and processing materials is required - Previous experience and/or training in an academic or medical library is highly desirable *Salary and Hours:* This is a grant-funded 0.5 FTE position that pays $20/hour and is eligible for benefits. Anticipated start date is February 1, 2010, 12-month duration. Please note: All applicants must pass a criminal background check and prove authorization to work in the United States at the time of position offer. * To apply for this position: * Qualified applicants should email a cover letter and CV to Lana Thelen, College Librarian, at librarian at ocom.edu no later than *December 11, 2009*. The cover letter should specifically indicate relevant experience and skills. Position will remain open until filled. No phone calls, please. 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Heidi Weisel > _____________________________________________ > From: Weisel, Heidi > Sent: Thursday, September 17, 2009 5:30 PM > To: 'oyan at listsmart.osl.state.or.us'; > libs-or at listsmart.osl.state.or.us > Subject: Call for Ideas - 2011 Teen Summer Reading Manual > > It's not too early to start thinking about Teen Summer > Reading....2011! The general theme for the 2011 summer reading > program is world culture and travel and the teen slogan is "You Are > Here." > > We need your ideas for the Teen Summer Reading Manual, including but > not limited to world culture/travel programs and displays, using > technology, attracting older teens, service projects, and > self-exploration ideas. I will compile our state responses and send > them to the Teen Manual Committee. Please send your ideas to me by > December 1, 2009. Let me know if you need additional information or > if you have any questions. > > Thanks! > > Heidi Weisel > CSLP Liaison > Youth Services Librarian > Corvallis-Benton County Public Library > 541-766-6784 > heidi.weisel at ci.corvallis.or.us > -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From esther_creslib at centurytel.net Wed Nov 18 11:16:02 2009 From: esther_creslib at centurytel.net (Esther Moberg) Date: Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:16:02 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Reminder-Request for 2011 Children's Summer Reading Manual Ideas! Message-ID: <4E8FA08643AE4E92A41C3090DCFEE5D5@YOUTHLIB1> Please be sure and send your ideas for the 2011 children's summer reading manual to me by Tuesday, November 24th. See the original request below: Got a great idea for the 2011 summer reading manual? The 2011 theme for children is "One World, Many Stories", with a general theme of world culture and travel. Specific ideas needed are school visits and promotional ideas including skits and puppet shows, library decorations, bulletin boards, props, etc., Family literacy and programs, Original puppet plays (especially for 1-2 puppeteers). Please e-mail any ideas directly to me and I will compile our statewide list to be sent on to the national Children's Summer Library Program. Thank you! Esther Moberg Children Services Division Summer Reading Chair Esther_creslib at centurytel.net -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From Vidmar at sou.edu Wed Nov 18 11:52:28 2009 From: Vidmar at sou.edu (Dale Vidmar) Date: Wed, 18 Nov 2009 11:52:28 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] The State of Jefferson Scavenger Hunt In-Reply-To: References: Message-ID: <4B03DFFC.A418.0030.0@sou.edu> The State of Jefferson Scavenger Hunt - an academic competition run by Southern Oregon University Pre-College Youth Programs will happen on the following dates: STATE OF JEFFERSON SCAVENGER HUNT - HIGH SCHOOL ? January 13, 14, 15 and 19 High school teams have three days to find answers to academic, audio music tapes, current news, art, and Internet questions using library resources and documentation. The Hunt culminates in an adjudication session on Tuesday, January 19 from 9:00am to 2:00pm at Southern Oregon University. STATE OF JEFFERSON SCAVENGER HUNT-MIDDLE SCHOOL- Jan. 26, 27, 28 & Feb. 2 Middle school teams have three days to find answers to academic, audio music tapes, current news, art, and Internet questions using library resources and documentation. The Hunt culminates in an adjudication session on Tuesday, February 2 from 9:00am to 2:00pm at Southern Oregon University. The questions will be posted at the following website at the time and day the hunt starts: http://www.sou.edu/youth/competitions/index.html We have stated in the rules that the area librarians have received notification of the Hunt and have been told that they should not give direct answers to the Hunters. Thank you very much for your help and support. If you have any questions or concerns please feel free to contact: Danya Greene Hector Program Manager Pre-College SOU Youth Programs 541-552-6916 hectord at sou.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From susan.bacina at oregonstate.edu Wed Nov 18 14:19:44 2009 From: susan.bacina at oregonstate.edu (Bacina, Susan) Date: Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:19:44 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Adventures in Libraryland Message-ID: <70E057C865187B499856C0D92BCCB31406AE5CFA@NWS-EXCH3.nws.oregonstate.edu> sup*port*abil*i*ty = OLA Support Staff Division blog Along with news about support staff doings, the OLA Support Staff Division blog includes a section called "Adventures in Libraryland". This short essay (1,000 words or less) section is open to any SSD member. An essay can be on any topic relevant to the library world and can be as broad or as narrow as the writer wants it to be. We only ask that it be in a positive vein -- we don't want it deteriorating into a gripe session board. Though griping with solutions offered is OK -- we call that "constructive whining". :-) A few ideas : Your thoughts on support staff certification (see Susan G.'s current post) Something about your specific job or dept., or your library in general Library Technology -- past, present, or future A Day in the Life The current economic situation's effect on your library and/or your job Funny or touching stories about actual events in your library Conference reports Library article and book reviews Even some short library related fiction or poetry Anything you can come up with....... If interested in posting, send your essay, etc., to Sarah Cunningham at cunningham_sarah at oslmac.osl.state.or.us -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From vickijean at wccls.org Wed Nov 18 16:44:55 2009 From: vickijean at wccls.org (Vicki Jean Beauchamp) Date: Wed, 18 Nov 2009 16:44:55 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] North Plains PL is looking for a Director & an clerk/IT assistant In-Reply-To: <94DD37F0A1DC734096E7762868418AD5025F8106@WCCLSWEBSTER.wccls.lib.or.us> References: <94DD37F0A1DC734096E7762868418AD5025F8106@WCCLSWEBSTER.wccls.lib.or.us> Message-ID: <94DD37F0A1DC734096E7762868418AD5025F8108@WCCLSWEBSTER.wccls.lib.or.us> There are several part-time job openings at North Plains Public Library. The Library Director position closes 4:30 pm, December 4, 2009. The Library Clerk - IT Assistant position closes 4:30, November 20, 2009. Information is available at the City of North Plains website, http://www.northplains.org/index.php/employment Thanks, vj Vicki Jean Beauchamp Web Services Librarian Washington County Cooperative Library Services http://www.wccls.org vickijean at wccls.org (503) 846-3265 From anderson_katie at oslmac.osl.state.or.us Thu Nov 19 08:08:25 2009 From: anderson_katie at oslmac.osl.state.or.us (Katie Anderson) Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:08:25 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] 2009 National Book Award Winners Announced Message-ID: I just received the following newsletter reporting the National Book Award winners which were announced last night. Enjoy! Katie Anderson, Library Development Services * Youth Services Consultant * Oregon Center for the Book Coordinator * Oregon State Library, 250 Winter St. NE, Salem, OR 97301 katie.anderson at state.or.us, 503-378-2528 November 18, 2009 Your 2009 National Book Award Winners were announced live tonight during a black-tie ceremony and dinner at Cipriani Wall Street, New York City. Young People's Literature Poetry Nonfiction Fiction Distinguished Contribution to American Letters The Literarian Award The Best of the National Book Awards Fiction Young People's Literature Phillip Hoose Claudette Colvin: Twice Toward Justice (Farrar, Straus and Giroux) Poetry Keith Waldrop Transcendental Studies: A Trilogy (University of California Press) Nonfiction T. J. Stiles The First Tycoon: The Epic Life of Cornelius Vanderbilt (Alfred A. Knopf) Fiction Colum McCann Let the Great World Spin (Random Hohttp://www.nationalbook.org/nba2009_f_mccann.htmluse) Distinguished Contribution to American Letters Gore Vidal Photo credit: Stathis Orphanos The Literarian Award Dave Eggers Photo credit: Michelle Quint The Best of the National Book Awards Fiction The Complete Stories By Flannery O'Connor (Farrar, Straus and Giroux) For more information, including the list of Finalists, visit www.nationalbook.org. Video, audio and pictures from the 2009 National Book Awards Week events will be featured on the Foundation's website over the coming days. This e-mail was sent from National Book Foundation Immediate removal with PatronMailR SecureUnsubscribe. To forward this e-mail to a friend or colleague, use this link. To change your e-mail address or update preferences, use this link. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From TSCHIVELEY at ci.tualatin.or.us Thu Nov 19 14:25:01 2009 From: TSCHIVELEY at ci.tualatin.or.us (Tudy Schiveley) Date: Thu, 19 Nov 2009 14:25:01 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Tualatin openings Message-ID: The Tualatin Public Library has openings for a 20 hr/wk Public Services Assistant and On-call Public Services Assistants. These paraprofessional positions work closely with the Public Services Supervisor in developing and maintaining the library's collections, monitoring public computers, and providing ready reference and readers' advisory services. The 20 hour/week position includes benefits. Recruitment notices and application can be found at www.ci.tualatin.or.us under quick links "Employment Opportunities." Tudy Schiveley Public Services Supervisor Tualatin Public Library 18880 SW Martinazzi Ave. Tualatin, OR 97062 (503) 691-3063 This email is a public record of the City of Tualatin and is subject to public disclosure unless exempt from disclosure under Oregon Public Records Law. This email is subject to the State Retention Schedule. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From jessica.rondema at state.or.us Fri Nov 20 08:17:23 2009 From: jessica.rondema at state.or.us (jessica.rondema at state.or.us) Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:17:23 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Jobline - 11/20/09 Message-ID: <9A506EBA-D56C-4D88-87A9-93E4A853EB9B@oslmac.osl.state.or.us> Oregon State Library Jobline An Electronic Jobline from the Oregon State Library....... November 20, 2009 Closing Dates 11/20/09 Children's Librarian, Molalla, OR 11/20/09 Evening/weekend Library Supervisor, Portland, OR 11/20/09 Library Clerk/IT Assistant, North Plains, OR 11/23/09 Distance Learning Librarian, Portland, OR 11/25/09 Library Associate, Woodburn, OR 12/04/09 Library Director, North Plains, OR 12/04/09 Library Assistant, Beaverton, OR 12/04/09 Division Librarian, Beaverton, OR 12/11/09 Part Time Systems Librarian, Portland, OR 12/15/09 Assistant Director/Children's Librarian, Prineville, OR 12/18/09 Library Administrator, Salem, OR 12/18/09 Law Librarian, Eugene, OR Job Announcements ************************************** Posted: 10/15/09 Children's Librarian Closes: 11/20/09 Molalla, OR Part-time position (less than 20 hours per week) Salary range: $16.00-$18.00 per hour Qualifications: Combination of education and/or experience equivalent to a MLS or a MLS degree. For full job description and application visit: www.cityofmolalla.com ************************************** Posted: 11/6/09 Evening/weekend Library Supervisor (24 hours per week) Closes: 11/20/2009 Portland, OR National College of Natural Medicine General Description: Supervises the library and provides reference service during evening and weekend shifts by assisting other library staff in the maintenance of library collections (physical and electronic), including cataloging and processing new materials. Work schedule is 5pm-9pm, M-Th; 9am-5pm, Sat. Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree required and two years of library experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. To apply: Please see the full posting here ************************************** Posted: 11/13/09 Library Clerk/IT Assistant Closes: 11/20/09 North Plains, OR The City of North Plains has an opening for a part time permanent Library Clerk/IT Assistant position. Interested persons may view the job announcement, description and obtain an application here. All applications must be submitted to North Plains City Hall by 4:30 p.m., November 20, 2009. Questions may be directed to Lisa Gibson, (503) 647-5555 or via e-mail at lisa at northplains.org. ************************************** Posted: 10/23/09 Distance Learning Librarian Closes: 11/23/09 (or until filled) Portland, OR Portland State University Library General Description: Develops and coordinates the Library's distance learning services and programs; coordinates initiatives and training for Library faculty and staff to support distance services in their respective areas; supports course-integrated online information literacy instruction in a collaborative environment; develops policies and procedures for providing access to materials to distributed learning students and faculty; participates in the library's dynamic reference and instruction programs; and collaborates on the selection of information resources to support the distance education needs of a diverse institution. Some evening and weekend reference duty and/or instruction is required. Tenure-track faculty contribute to faculty governance activities within the Library and the University, engage in community and professional service, and pursue an active publication and research agenda, seeking grants as appropriate. This entry-level, full-time, 12-month fixed-term faculty position, ranked at the Instructor level, reports to the Assistant University Librarian for Public Services. Required Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS; experience developing online learning objects and guides, web applications, digital media, and with post-production editing; demonstrated understanding of, and expressed commitment to the principles and standards of information literacy; work experience in current pedagogy of online information literacy instruction; instructional technology training and experience; ability to successfully complete a criminal background check and provide transcripts. Deadlines: Review of applications begins November, 2009. Open until finalists identified. Online ad: Please see the full posting here To Apply: Send cover letter (address how your knowledge and experiences meet qualifications); resume; and names, address, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of four references to: Anne Keech, Search Coordinator, keecha at pdx.edu. Applications not containing all requested documents will not be considered. Electronic application materials are strongly preferred (Word or pdf documents). ************************************** Posted: 11/6/09 Library Associate Closes: 11/25/09 Woodburn, OR General Description: The City of Woodburn is currently accepting applications for this full-time position (40 hours per week) within the Woodburn Public Library. Under the general supervision of the Library Manager, this position is responsible for the processing and cataloging of library materials. The Library Associate takes a lead role in coordinating the work of staff in the Library Assistant and Page classifications, as well as library volunteers. This position also performs library assistant duties in the technical services area and assists in shelving books and materials. Scheduled hours of work may involve weekends and evenings. To apply: For the complete job announcement and to apply, please click here. ************************************** Posted: 11/13/09 Library Director Closes: 12/04/09 North Plains, OR Salary: $21.33 to $28.58/hr Brief description: The North Plains Public Library seeks an energetic library director for a growing library. Just a few years old and now a full member of WCCLS, the NPPL is a bustling, user-centered library. While an MLS is not required, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate significant library experience, supervisory, and leadership qualifications. To apply: See the job announcement or apply in person at City Hall, 31360 NW Commercial St. North Plains, OR 97133 or call 503-647-5555 ************************************** Posted: 11/20/09 Library Assistant Closes: 12/04/09 Beaverton, OR Salary Range: $17.25 - $23.11/hr Closes: December 4, 2009 About the job: Two full time positions at the Beaverton City Library Branch. A Library Assistant serves as lead and oversees the work of library aides and volunteers, including assisting with hiring, training, scheduling and evaluating staff. The Library Assistant also performs many of the duties required of subordinates. To qualify: Requires a high school diploma or GED and two years experience working in a public library, including some experience in a supervisory or lead role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires advanced knowledge of the Dewey Decimal system and library databases, English grammar, spelling and usage. Requires basic knowledge of human resources management practices. To apply: All interested individuals may apply by submitting a City of Beaverton application form to the Human Resources Department, Beaverton City Hall, 4755 SW Griffith Drive, Beaverton, OR 97005. Applications may be completed on our website at www.beavertonoregon.gov. ************************************** Posted: 11/20/09 Division Librarian Closes: 12/04/09 Beaverton, OR Salary Range: $4,627 - $6,201 Closes: December 4, 2009 About the job: This position will manage the new Beaverton City Library Branch including budgeting, selection of materials and supervision of staff. This position will report to and carry out the directives of the Library Director To qualify: Requires a Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited school and four years experience as a professional librarian in a full service library, including two years in a supervisory or lead role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires knowledge of practices and principles of library science management, book selection tools and library cataloging and classification systems. Requires knowledge of human resources management practices. To apply: All interested individuals may apply by submitting a City of Beaverton application form to the Human Resources Department, Beaverton City Hall, 4755 SW Griffith Drive, Beaverton, OR 97005. Applications may be completed on our website at www.beavertonoregon.gov. ************************************** Posted: 11/20/09 Part Time Systems Librarian Closes: 12/11/09 Portland, OR The Oregon College of Oriental Medicine seeks a motivated, creative, talented, and dependable, Part Time Systems Librarian. This one-year, grant funded position is responsible for the successful migration of OCOM bibliographic data and implementation of the new integrated library system on the Portland health library consortium catalog. This position is also responsible for ensuring quality cataloging and material processing to optimize findability and access. This position may also assist with special projects at the request of the College Librarian. Requirements: An ALA accredited Master's degree in Library Science (MLS/MLIS) from an accredited college or university is required. Previous experience as a systems administrator is highly desirable; and experience with Millenium III System and WorldCat Local preferred. Previous experience cataloging and processing materials is required. Previous experience and/or training in an academic or medical library is highly desirable. Salary: This is a grant-funded 0.5 FTE position that pays $20/hour and is eligible for benefits. Anticipated start date is February 1, 2010, 12-month duration. Link to the full job announcement. ************************************** Posted: 11/20/09 Assistant Director/Children's Librarian Closes: 12/15/09 Prineville, OR 97754 Salary: $33,508.75 - $34,521.55 This position will assist as necessary in the day-to-day supervision of the library operation. The individual will also act as Children's Librarian in planning and implementing programs for the children and young adults. A Master's degree in Library and Information Science is required. Experience in children's library service, specialized coursework, or a Media Specialist Certificate is preferred. Apply through Crook County Human Resources, Tax/Treasurer office at 200 NE 2nd St, Prineville OR 97754 (541-447-6554) or go to www.co.crook.or.us to download an application. ************************************** Posted: 11/6/09 Library Administrator Closes: 12/18/2009 Salem, OR Brief description of position: Applications are currently being accepted for the Salem Public Library Administrator, who will manage day-to-day operations and provide guidance to a staff of 51 FTE as they provide excellent library service to over 154,000 Salem residents. The person selected as the Library Administrator must be a proven leader, a skilled communicator, and must have a record of working collaboratively with those inside and outside the organization. Qualifications: An ALA accredited Master's degree in Library/Information Sciences, plus five years of progressively responsible professional library experience, including two to three years of management and supervisory experience which demonstrates considerable knowledge in the principles and practices of general administration and supervision, and extensive knowledge of the methods, policies, practices, principles, and procedures of professional library work. Compensation: Salary range is $76,008 - $97,236 (top of salary range, dependant on qualifications and experience), with excellent fringe benefits. To apply: Submit your application, resume, and at least three professional references, as described on the full job announcement here ************************************** Posted: 11/20/09 Law Librarian Closes: 12/18/09 Eugene, OR The University of Oregon John E. Jaqua Law Library seeks a user-oriented law librarian for a position dedicated to providing and promoting scholarly services that support the teaching, research, scholarship, and service activities of the law faculty and students. Duties & Responsibilities: The person in this position works collaboratively with three law-trained reference librarians and several student reference assistants to provide extensive reference, instructional and research services for research-oriented faculty members and students in a technologically advanced information environment. Participates in reference desk rotation (including weekends and possibly evenings) and on-call shifts. Uses specialized subject knowledge and expertise to perform faculty liaison and collection development activities. Oversees the law library's access services including supervision of the Law Library Manager. Participates in departmental planning. Meets professional development criteria for promotion and retention. Other related duties as assigned. Reports to the Director of the Law Library. Qualifications: MLS/MLIS and JD degrees from ALA- and ABA-accredited institutions; knowledge of current information technologies and publishing formats, database and Internet searching proficiencies and a mastery of basic legal research sources and techniques using both print and electronic materials; a strong service orientation; interest in working with an active research-oriented faculty; interest in new and emerging technologies; a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation; the ability to work in a collegial and cooperative environment; and excellent oral and written communication skills. Preferred: Reference and/or access services experience in an academic law library; and supervisory experience. The successful candidate will support and enhance a diverse learning and working environment. Salary & Benefits: Salary commensurate with education and experience. The UO offers a generous benefits package. For details, see: http://hr.uoregon.edu/benefits. Application Deadline: Applications received by December 18, 2009 will receive priority consideration, but position remains open until filled. To Apply: Please send Word or PDF attachments via e-mail in care of Ms. Laine Stambaugh, Director, Library Human Resources, libapps at uoregon.edu, and include the following: cover letter addressing your qualifications for the position; r?sum?; and list of names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of four references (one of whom must be indicated as your most recent supervisor). 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The comments highlighted the contributions of librarians and library programs in both public and school libraries in improving the literacy skills of children and young adults. ?Public librarians have embraced their responsibility to be the first literacy coach for parents and caregivers of all children, especially children in low-income families,? Sheketoff states in her comments. ?Some services provided to these families include bookmobile and storytelling mobiles, story-time kits and early literacy classes for child-care providers, Head Start staff and parents.? Sheketoff?s testimony underscored the impact of school libraries in both traditional and technology literacy through the role of school librarians who are the central teachers who know the school?s curriculum and effective techniques necessary to cross disciplines. The ALA supports both the House and Senate versions of the Literacy Education for All, Results for the Nation (LEARN) Act, which contain various provisions to support libraries in the development and implementation of early learning through grade 12 literacy programs. ### -- Diedre Conkling Lincoln County Library District P.O. Box 2027 Newport, OR 97365 Work phone & fax: 541-265-3066 Work email: diedre at beachbooks.org Home email: diedre08 at gmail.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From dawn.lowe.win at gmail.com Fri Nov 20 14:17:01 2009 From: dawn.lowe.win at gmail.com (Dawn Marie Lowe-Wincentsen) Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:17:01 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Online Northwest 2010 Registration now open Message-ID: Registration is now open for Online Northwest 2010! https://secure.oregonstate.edu/ocs/register.php?event=396 Online Northwest is a conference addressing issues at the intersection of libraries, technology and culture. The 2010 Online Northwest conference will be held on February 5th, at the CH2M Hill Alumni Center on the Oregon State University campus, Corvallis, Oregon. There is a special recession registration fee of only $75 this year. This rate is available through early bird registration closing on January 15th, 2010. Registration after January15th and on site will be $130. This year?s Keynote speaker is Brandon Schauer, co-author of the book Subject to change: Creating great products and services for an uncertain world. Brandon Schauer is an experience design director for Adaptive Path. He speaks, writes, trains, and practices experience design as a differentiator for business strategy. Brandon's passion for finding and understanding the unmet needs of customers has led him to diverse environments, from the homes of cancer patients to tunnels beneath Walt Disney World. This insight with customers -- plus a solid grounding in business analysis and a mastery of design methods -- allows Brandon to help organizations define and design more meaningful experiences for their customers. Visit his blog at http://www.brandonschauer.com/blog/ for more information. Online Northwest 2010 will include presentations on a wide range of topics such as web traffic and campus trends, unified discovery and what TV chefs can teach librarians about presentation style. Lightning talks will also debut this year. Sign up to give a 5 min talk when you register. https://secure.oregonstate.edu/ocs/register.php?event=396 Online NW Important Dates: Conference: Feb. 5th, 2010 Early bird registration deadline: Jan.15, 2010 Refund deadline: Jan. 15, 2010 Online northwest on the web: http://www.ous.edu/onlinenw On Twitter: http://twitter.com/OnlineNW Our blog: http://onlinenw.blogspot.com/ Registration: https://secure.oregonstate.edu/ocs/register.php?event=396 Visit http://www.ous.edu/onlinenw/ or contact OSU Conference Services For more information. Phone: 541-737-9300, Toll free: 800-678-6311 Email: conferences at oregonstate.edu From richard.sapon-white at oregonstate.edu Fri Nov 20 14:51:45 2009 From: richard.sapon-white at oregonstate.edu (Sapon-White, Richard) Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2009 14:51:45 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] 2010 Horner Exchange delegates Message-ID: <70E057C865187B499856C0D92BCCB31409BE6D90@NWS-EXCH3.nws.oregonstate.edu> It is my pleasure to announce the Oregon librarians who have been selected for the 2010 Horner Exchange Program with China. Our delegates are: Nancy Hoover, Marylhurst University Amy Lee, Ft. Vancouver Regional Library Brandon Barnett, Multnomah County Library The two alternates are Patricia French from Multnomah County Library and Jeff Cooper from Eugene Public Library. The Horner Library Staff Exchange Project is an exchange of library staff between Fujian Province, China, and Oregon for the purpose of sharing professional knowledge about library and information science. It was established through a generous gift by the late Dr. Layton Horner to the Oregon State Library and continues through a partnership between the State Library and the Oregon Library Association International Relations Round Table. Our international partners are the Fujian Provincial Library and the Fujian Library Association. Fujian is Oregon's sister province in China, and the Fujian Provincial Library maintains a sister library relationship with the Oregon State Library. In the spring of 2010, the Fujian Provincial Library will send four delegates to spend three weeks in Oregon. In late October or early November, the three delegates above will travel to Fujian Province. Congratulations, delegates! Richard E. Sapon-White, Horner Exchange Coordinator OLA International Relations Round Table Richard.Sapon-White at oregonstate.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From orsla.communications at gmail.com Fri Nov 20 15:59:06 2009 From: orsla.communications at gmail.com (ORSLA Communications) Date: Fri, 20 Nov 2009 15:59:06 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] job announcement Message-ID: <2738334a0911201559y1a855a0uaea2420c7fffd448@mail.gmail.com> Large NW regional law firm, based in Portland, OR is recruiting for a part time (20 hours per week) research librarian. Examples of Duties: ? Perform potential client background research and assess intake risk ? Perform other research as needed ? Assist with research/library training of attorneys and staff ? Conduct reference and research projects including in-depth information retrieval, evaluation, and synthesis ? Coordinate interlibrary loans, perform cite-checking of briefs and memos, prepare legislative histories, bibliographies, guides, etc. ? Other duties as needed Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: ? Bachelor?s degree ? Knowledge of privacy laws and regulations ? Excellent legal, business, and public record research skills ? Highly dependable, punctual, and able to provide high-quality service in a fast-paced environment ? Excellent organizational and analytical skills ? Knowledge of basic legal reference resources ? Excellent online research skills including Accurint, D&B, Lexis/Nexis, OJIN, business and corporate databases, public records databases, and other online and internet resources. ? High level of PC proficiency Paid leave benefits, 401(k) and FSA benefits available to part-time employees. Equal Opportunity Employer. Please send a resume with a cover letter indicating salary requirement, by November 30th to staffhiring at schwabe.com, or 1211 SW 5th Ave, Suite 1500, Portland, OR 97204, fax 503-796-2900. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From maurer_jennifer at oslmac.osl.state.or.us Mon Nov 23 10:29:07 2009 From: maurer_jennifer at oslmac.osl.state.or.us (Jennifer Maurer) Date: Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:29:07 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] Recorded Gale Webinar Now Available Online Message-ID: <59D79548-3C32-48E5-8985-1F6946AC8EF3@oslmac.osl.state.or.us> Hi, Recently Kurt Stovall, our Gale trainer, offered a 1-hour webinar to introduce us to the databases we have through the statewide contract and to review some of the basic features of the database interfaces. There were several sessions, and one of those was recorded. That recorded webinar is now available online at http://www.motionbox.com/videos/a696dab4141be0c529. If you participated in an online Gale webinar or an on-site Gale training, you will already know the information in this recorded webinar. If you have not had any training or "play time" with the databases, you will likely find this webinar useful as a general introduction. Here are some viewing tips: During the brief intro, there is only audio. That means you will see a black screen for the first 45 seconds. The video toolbar will fade away after a few seconds. To access it, hover your mouse over the bottom fifth of the video screen. To view the webinar in full screen mode, click on the box-within-a-box icon on the far right of the video toolbar. (Note that the text will be slightly fuzzy if you choose that option.) Motion Box has given permission for OSL to upload the video. We have a limited number of views per month, so please do not use this link as a way to train patrons. We did not choose YouTube because many school districts block that site. Teacher Tube's video quality was not good, and the audio and video portions did not align. Thanks, Jen Jennifer Maurer School Library Consultant Library Development Oregon State Library 250 Winter Street NE Salem, OR 97301-3950 503-378-5011 jennifer.maurer at state.or.us To receive the latest news about OSLIS, www.oslis.org, sign up for the listserv, OSLIST, at http://listsmart.osl.state.or.us/mailman/listinfo/oslist. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From diedre08 at gmail.com Mon Nov 23 13:26:19 2009 From: diedre08 at gmail.com (Diedre Conkling) Date: Mon, 23 Nov 2009 13:26:19 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] American Library Association files comments to FCC on E-rate Message-ID: <61ec90900911231326s56db26ag499c640b0eee888b@mail.gmail.com> American Library Association files comments to FCC on E-rate November 23, 2009 ( No Comments) Contact: Jenni Terry Press Officer ALA Washington Office 202-628-8410 For Immediate Release WASHINGTON, D.C. ? The American Library Association (ALA) submitted a responseto the Federal Communications Commission?s (FCC) call for commentson broadband needs in education including changes to the E-rate program to improve broadband deployment. The E-rate program is nearing the day when it won?t be able to fund all of the most urgent (Priority One) requests, much less other important requests. This financial shortfall is not surprising because the E-rate program is currently capped at $2.25 billion per year, unchanged from the level at the program?s inception in 1997. ALA urges the FCC to increase the cap to compensate for inflation and to provide full support for current library and school needs within the original intent of the program ? universal access to advanced telecommunications and information services. ?Until the E-rate cap is increased to meet existing needs, the FCC should not consider expanding the type of entities or services eligible for support,? said Dr. Alan Inouye, director of ALA?s Office for Information Technology Policy (OITP). Maintaining the flexibility of the current E-rate program is essential to meeting the needs of local libraries and schools. The E-rate program is already designed to accommodate evolving emphases and technologies ? prospective beneficiaries need only to submit applications. Fundamental change in the program is unnecessary. ?However, what does need to be changed are the application and disbursement processes, which are mind-boggling in their complexity and detail,? Inouye said. ALA reaffirms its past support for simplifying the application and disbursement processes, which are major deterrents to libraries in applying for E-rate discounts. Finally, the FCC should consider actions to require service providers to connect their networks to schools and libraries at speeds that support access to advanced services, as authorized under the Telecommunications Act of 1996. Since advanced services to schools and libraries are not universally available 12 years after enactment of the Act, ALA concludes that targeted, proactive actions should now be undertaken and included as an integral component of the National Broadband Plan. http://www.wo.ala.org/districtdispatch/?p=4056 -- Diedre Conkling Lincoln County Library District P.O. Box 2027 Newport, OR 97365 Work phone & fax: 541-265-3066 Work email: diedre at beachbooks.org Home email: diedre08 at gmail.com -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From bvss at pdx.edu Tue Nov 24 10:09:47 2009 From: bvss at pdx.edu (Suzanne Sager) Date: Tue, 24 Nov 2009 10:09:47 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] [Fwd: [alacro-l] ALA Responds to FCC Call for Comments on Broadband, E-Rate] Message-ID: <4B0C216B.7000606@pdx.edu> FYI, Suzanne L. Sager Oregon ALA Chapter Councilor -------- Original Message -------- Subject: [alacro-l] ALA Responds to FCC Call for Comments on Broadband, E-Rate Date: Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:34:55 -0500 From: Michael Dowling To: ALACRO-L WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The American Library Association (ALA) submitted a response to the Federal Communications Commission's (FCC) call for comments on broadband needs in education including changes to the E-rate program to improve broadband deployment. The E-rate program is nearing the day when it won't be able to fund all of the most urgent (Priority One) requests, much less other important requests. This financial shortfall is not surprising because the E-rate program is currently capped at $2.25 billion per year, unchanged from the level at the program's inception in 1997. ALA urges the FCC to increase the cap to compensate for inflation and to provide full support for current library and school needs within the original intent of the program -- universal access to advanced telecommunications and information services. "Until the E-rate cap is increased to meet existing needs, the FCC should not consider expanding the type of entities or services eligible for support," said Dr. Alan Inouye, director of ALA's Office for Information Technology Policy (OITP). Maintaining the flexibility of the current E-rate program is essential to meeting the needs of local libraries and schools. The E-rate program is already designed to accommodate evolving emphases and technologies -- prospective beneficiaries need only to submit applications. Fundamental change in the program is unnecessary. "However, what does need to be changed are the application and disbursement processes, which are mind-boggling in their complexity and detail," Inouye said. ALA reaffirms its past support for simplifying the application and disbursement processes, which are major deterrents to libraries in applying for E-rate discounts. Finally, the FCC should consider actions to require service providers to connect their networks to schools and libraries at speeds that support access to advanced services, as authorized under the Telecommunications Act of 1996. Since advanced services to schools and libraries are not universally available 12 years after enactment of the Act, ALA concludes that targeted, proactive actions should now be undertaken and included as an integral component of the National Broadband Plan. ### Contact: Jenni Terry Press Officer ALA Washington Office 202-628-8410 -- Portland State University logo Suzanne L. 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Meier, Governor of Oregon to the Thirty-sixth Legislative Assembly; 1931 Biennial Report if the Secretary of State to the Legislative Assembly; 1885 Thirteenth Regular Session Biennial Report of the Secretary of State of the State of Oregon; 1934 Thirty-eighth Legislative Assembly, Regular Session Biennial Report of the Secretary of State of the State of Oregon; 1897 Legislative Assembly, Nineteenth Regular Session Statistical Summary: Seventy-third Legislative Assembly of the State of Oregon, Regular Session; 2005 Office of the Legislative Counsel (4 copies) Statistical Summary: Seventy-fourth Legislative Assembly of the State or Oregon, Regular Session; 2007 Office of the Legislative Counsel (5 copies) Members of the Legislature of Oregon and Chief Clerks; 1843-1967 Oregon State Archives The Oregon Legislature; 1989 Legislative Media Services, Legislative Administration Committee Legislative Style and Uniform Rules: Governing and Regulating the Drafting of Bills, Memorials, and Resolutions; 1957 Senate Concurrent Resolution No.2 Please let me know by December 3rd if you are interested in any of these titles, as well as how many copies you would like, if there are multiple. 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Courtesy of Boise City's Parks & Recreation, a cemetery index for these Boise cemeteries: Morris Hill Cemetery, Fort Boise Military Cemetery, Pioneer Cemetery http://www.cityofboise.org/Departments/Parks/Cemeteries/index.aspxThe index link is on the lower part of the page.Glenna Rhodes, Electronic Resources Librarian, Boise Public Library, Boise, Idaho -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From orsla.communications at gmail.com Wed Nov 25 10:21:56 2009 From: orsla.communications at gmail.com (ORSLA Communications) Date: Wed, 25 Nov 2009 10:21:56 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] ORSLA December Tea with Vailey Oehlke - December 11, 2009 Message-ID: <2738334a0911251021w5bc78246o501e827b59247fe@mail.gmail.com> An ORSLA Holiday Event! Come celebrate the holidays together at our ORSLA December Tea. Take a few minutes away from that busy schedule, relax and mingle with friends and colleagues. The afternoon tea will feature *Vailey Oehlke, Multnomah County Library Director*, presenting her "Vision of the future of libraries / at a library designed for the future," and includes a behind-the-scenes tour of Concordia University?s Library, which opened August 2009. Ask the architect about its concepts and designs. Cindy Romaine, our current Chapter President, will soon be moving to her new position as President-elect of SLA. Take this opportunity to let her know your priorities for SLA. Mark your calendars? *Date*: Friday, December 11, 2009 from 3p ? 5p. *Place*: George R. White Library, Concordia University-Portland ( directions ) *RSVP*: Please RSVP to Judy Anderson by *Sunday, December 6, 2009*, to assist us in planning. Generously sponsored by: Group Mackenzie, Information Express, and OCLC. -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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November 25, 2009 Closing Dates 11/25/09 Library Associate, Woodburn, OR 11/30/09 Research Librarian, Portland, OR 12/04/09 Library Director, North Plains, OR 12/04/09 Library Assistant, Beaverton, OR 12/04/09 Division Librarian, Beaverton, OR 12/04/09 Library Director, Scappoose, OR 12/07/09 State Library Specialist 1, Salem, OR 12/11/09 Part Time Systems Librarian, Portland, OR 12/15/09 Assistant Director/Children's Librarian, Prineville, OR 12/18/09 Library Administrator, Salem, OR 12/18/09 Law Librarian, Eugene, OR 12/18/09 Spanish Language Storyteller, Cornelius, OR Job Announcements ************************************** Posted: 11/6/09 Library Associate Closes: 11/25/09 Woodburn, OR General Description: The City of Woodburn is currently accepting applications for this full-time position (40 hours per week) within the Woodburn Public Library. Under the general supervision of the Library Manager, this position is responsible for the processing and cataloging of library materials. The Library Associate takes a lead role in coordinating the work of staff in the Library Assistant and Page classifications, as well as library volunteers. This position also performs library assistant duties in the technical services area and assists in shelving books and materials. Scheduled hours of work may involve weekends and evenings. To apply: For the complete job announcement and to apply, please click here. ************************************** Posted: 11/25/09 Research Librarian Closes: 11/30/09 Portland, OR Large NW regional law firm, based in Portland, OR is recruiting for a part time (20 hours per week) research librarian. Examples of Duties: Perform potential client background research and assess intake risk. Perform other research as needed. Assist with research/library training of attorneys and staff. Conduct reference and research projects including in-depth information retrieval, evaluation, and synthesis. Coordinate interlibrary loans, perform cite-checking of briefs and memos, prepare legislative histories, bibliographies, guides, etc. Other duties as needed. Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Bachelor's degree. Knowledge of privacy laws and regulations. Excellent legal, business, and public record research skills. Highly dependable, punctual, and able to provide high-quality service in a fast-paced environment. Excellent organizational and analytical skills. Knowledge of basic legal reference resources. Excellent online research skills including Accurint, D&B, Lexis/Nexis, OJIN, business and corporate databases, public records databases, and other online and internet resources. High level of PC proficiency. Paid leave benefits, 401(k) and FSA benefits available to part-time employees. Equal Opportunity Employer. Please send a resume with a cover letter indicating salary requirement, by November 30th to staffhiring at schwabe.com, or 1211 SW 5th Ave, Suite 1500, Portland, OR 97204, fax 503-796-2900. ************************************** Posted: 11/13/09 Library Director Closes: 12/04/09 North Plains, OR Salary: $21.33 to $28.58/hr Brief description: The North Plains Public Library seeks an energetic library director for a growing library. Just a few years old and now a full member of WCCLS, the NPPL is a bustling, user-centered library. While an MLS is not required, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate significant library experience, supervisory, and leadership qualifications. To apply: See the job announcement or apply in person at City Hall, 31360 NW Commercial St. North Plains, OR 97133 or call 503-647-5555 ************************************** Posted: 11/20/09 Library Assistant Closes: 12/04/09 Beaverton, OR Salary Range: $17.25 - $23.11/hr Closes: December 4, 2009 About the job: Two full time positions at the Beaverton City Library Branch. A Library Assistant serves as lead and oversees the work of library aides and volunteers, including assisting with hiring, training, scheduling and evaluating staff. The Library Assistant also performs many of the duties required of subordinates. To qualify: Requires a high school diploma or GED and two years experience working in a public library, including some experience in a supervisory or lead role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires advanced knowledge of the Dewey Decimal system and library databases, English grammar, spelling and usage. Requires basic knowledge of human resources management practices. To apply: All interested individuals may apply by submitting a City of Beaverton application form to the Human Resources Department, Beaverton City Hall, 4755 SW Griffith Drive, Beaverton, OR 97005. Applications may be completed on our website at www.beavertonoregon.gov. ************************************** Posted: 11/20/09 Division Librarian Closes: 12/04/09 Beaverton, OR Salary Range: $4,627 - $6,201 Closes: December 4, 2009 About the job: This position will manage the new Beaverton City Library Branch including budgeting, selection of materials and supervision of staff. This position will report to and carry out the directives of the Library Director. To qualify: Requires a Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited school and four years experience as a professional librarian in a full service library, including two years in a supervisory or lead role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Requires knowledge of practices and principles of library science management, book selection tools and library cataloging and classification systems. Requires knowledge of human resources management practices. To apply: All interested individuals may apply by submitting a City of Beaverton application form to the Human Resources Department, Beaverton City Hall, 4755 SW Griffith Drive, Beaverton, OR 97005. Applications may be completed on our website at www.beavertonoregon.gov. ************************************** Posted: 11/25/09 Scappoose Library Director Closes: 12/04/09 Scappoose, OR The Scappoose Library District is seeking an energetic library director who can lead the library in this rapidly growing community of 12,000 people. This is a 40 hour per week salaried position. Job Responsibilities: Work closely with the Scappoose Special District Library Board members. Plan, direct and supervise operations of various library services, including circulation, acquisitions, and children's programs. Formulate policies and procedures of the library. Hire, train, supervise and evaluate the work of the library staff. Develop grant requests and solicit funds for special projects. Compiles library activity reports and statistics. Well developed computer skills and provide basic technical support for personal computers and other library equipment. Prepares budget recommendations; researches, monitors, and controls expenditures. Participate in professional organizations and conferences. Maintain cooperative working relationship with the board, staff, bookkeeper, other organizations and the Friends of the Library. Required Qualifications: An ALA-accredited MLS degree and at least four years of professional experience of any satisfactory combination of experience and training which demonstrates the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the above duties. A valid CPR/first aid card is necessary. Pass a criminal record check. Salary: $40,000 BOE Excellent benefits including health, dental, PERS retirement, sick leave, vacations and holidays. Please submit cover letter and resume to Director Search email address: scappl at centurytel.net or mail to Scappoose Public Library, PO Box 400, Scappoose, OR 97056. For addition information, please call the Interim Director at 503-543-7123. Resumes will not be accepted after the close of business 12-4-09 or postmarked after 12-4-09. ************************************** Posted: 11/25/09 State Library Specialist 1 Closes: 12/7/09 Salem, OR Salary: $1,979 - $2,585/month General Information: This full-time position is with the Oregon State Library in Salem. The State Library is a team-based organization. The Government Research Services Support Specialist is part of the Government Research Services (GRS) team, which provides research and information services to Oregon state employees and ensures permanent public access to Oregon state government documents. Duties: Support for GRS training and outreach including routine communications, packet production and maintenance, registration tracking, flyer design and posting, and statistics collection and reporting; General support for GRS workgroups including copying, shipping, assistance with statistics, basic web document posting and editing, etc.; Shelving, retrieval, and relocation of materials to and from the library's shelving stacks; Shifting and organizational projects in stacks; Regular mailroom duty including packaging, sorting, and distribution; Set-up, take-down, and refreshments for outreach and training activities held at the Library; Checkout/in and routine maintenance of shared office equipment such as laptops; Regular shifts at the library Reference Desk; Team business including semi-monthly team meetings and workgroup participation. For the complete job announcement and how to apply, please click here. ************************************** Posted: 11/20/09 Part Time Systems Librarian Closes: 12/11/09 Portland, OR The Oregon College of Oriental Medicine seeks a motivated, creative, talented, and dependable, Part Time Systems Librarian. This one-year, grant funded position is responsible for the successful migration of OCOM bibliographic data and implementation of the new integrated library system on the Portland health library consortium catalog. This position is also responsible for ensuring quality cataloging and material processing to optimize findability and access. This position may also assist with special projects at the request of the College Librarian. Requirements: An ALA accredited Master's degree in Library Science (MLS/MLIS) from an accredited college or university is required. Previous experience as a systems administrator is highly desirable; and experience with Millenium III System and WorldCat Local preferred. Previous experience cataloging and processing materials is required. Previous experience and/or training in an academic or medical library is highly desirable. Salary: This is a grant-funded 0.5 FTE position that pays $20/hour and is eligible for benefits. Anticipated start date is February 1, 2010, 12-month duration. Link to the full job announcement. ************************************** Posted: 11/20/09 Assistant Director/Children's Librarian Closes: 12/15/09 Prineville, OR 97754 Salary: $33,508.75 - $34,521.55 This position will assist as necessary in the day-to-day supervision of the library operation. The individual will also act as Children's Librarian in planning and implementing programs for the children and young adults. A Master's degree in Library and Information Science is required. Experience in children's library service, specialized coursework, or a Media Specialist Certificate is preferred. Apply through Crook County Human Resources, Tax/Treasurer office at 200 NE 2nd St, Prineville OR 97754 (541-447-6554) or go to www.co.crook.or.us to download an application. ************************************** Posted: 11/6/09 Library Administrator Closes: 12/18/2009 Salem, OR Brief description of position: Applications are currently being accepted for the Salem Public Library Administrator, who will manage day-to-day operations and provide guidance to a staff of 51 FTE as they provide excellent library service to over 154,000 Salem residents. The person selected as the Library Administrator must be a proven leader, a skilled communicator, and must have a record of working collaboratively with those inside and outside the organization. Qualifications: An ALA accredited Master's degree in Library/Information Sciences, plus five years of progressively responsible professional library experience, including two to three years of management and supervisory experience which demonstrates considerable knowledge in the principles and practices of general administration and supervision, and extensive knowledge of the methods, policies, practices, principles, and procedures of professional library work. Compensation: Salary range is $76,008 - $97,236 (top of salary range, dependant on qualifications and experience), with excellent fringe benefits. To apply: Submit your application, resume, and at least three professional references, as described on the full job announcement here ************************************** Posted: 11/20/09 Law Librarian Closes: 12/18/09 Eugene, OR The University of Oregon John E. Jaqua Law Library seeks a user-oriented law librarian for a position dedicated to providing and promoting scholarly services that support the teaching, research, scholarship, and service activities of the law faculty and students. Duties & Responsibilities: The person in this position works collaboratively with three law-trained reference librarians and several student reference assistants to provide extensive reference, instructional and research services for research-oriented faculty members and students in a technologically advanced information environment. Participates in reference desk rotation (including weekends and possibly evenings) and on-call shifts. Uses specialized subject knowledge and expertise to perform faculty liaison and collection development activities. Oversees the law library's access services including supervision of the Law Library Manager. Participates in departmental planning. Meets professional development criteria for promotion and retention. Other related duties as assigned. Reports to the Director of the Law Library. Qualifications: MLS/MLIS and JD degrees from ALA- and ABA-accredited institutions; knowledge of current information technologies and publishing formats, database and Internet searching proficiencies and a mastery of basic legal research sources and techniques using both print and electronic materials; a strong service orientation; interest in working with an active research-oriented faculty; interest in new and emerging technologies; a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation; the ability to work in a collegial and cooperative environment; and excellent oral and written communication skills. Preferred: Reference and/or access services experience in an academic law library; and supervisory experience. The successful candidate will support and enhance a diverse learning and working environment. Salary & Benefits: Salary commensurate with education and experience. The UO offers a generous benefits package. For details, see: http://hr.uoregon.edu/benefits. Application Deadline: Applications received by December 18, 2009 will receive priority consideration, but position remains open until filled. To Apply: Please send Word or PDF attachments via e-mail in care of Ms. Laine Stambaugh, Director, Library Human Resources, libapps at uoregon.edu, and include the following: cover letter addressing your qualifications for the position; r?sum?; and list of names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of four references (one of whom must be indicated as your most recent supervisor). For complete announcement and details, please click here. ************************************** Posted: 11/15/09 Spanish Language Storyteller Closes: 12/18/09 Cornelius, OR Description: This is a storytelling position for the Friends of the Cornelius Public Library. The individual selected for this position will read and tell stories, perform finger plays, sing songs, and do other activities with and in front of children and their parents in Spanish at the Cornelius Public Library Family Spanish Storytime every Saturday 12-1pm. $50.00 per session. More details at http://tiny.cc/Friends452. Send cover letter and resume addressing the requirements to: Storyteller, Friends of the Cornelius Public Library, P.O. Box 145, Cornelius, OR 97113 by 5pm on December 18. ************************************** To list a job announcement please provide the following information: Job Title Closing Date City & State Brief description of position Link to the full job announcement All listings with no closing date mentioned will be removed from Jobline after one month Email your request to April Baker. To Unsubscribe To subscribe/unsubscribe from libs-or, go here Contacts at the Oregon State Library Technical Assistance: 503-932-1004. 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Please excuse any cross-postings. ************************************************************************ ** FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Brandie Baumann, communications coordinator 800.397.1552 bcrpress at bcr.org BCR PARTNERS WITH MOSIO TO BRING TEXT A LIBRARIAN SERVICE TO MEMBER LIBRARIES Aurora, CO, November 10, 2009 -- BCR is partnering with Mosio, Inc., to bring its Text a Librarian service to BCR member libraries. Using mobile phone technology, patrons can text questions to reference services from their mobile phones and librarians can type answers on a web-based interface. Text a Librarian's feature-rich mobile messaging system is a comprehensive, web-based interface (called a "Microboard") that is easy to implement and use. Accessible by more than 260 million U.S mobile phones, librarians can log on and service patrons on any computer or mobile device with Internet access. "BCR is pleased to be able to offer this new technology to our member libraries," said Brenda Bailey-Hainer, BCR President and CEO. "With its ease of use and competitive pricing, Text a Librarian will allow libraries to provide the services patrons want at a cost that is affordable." "We are really excited to see so many libraries embracing text messaging as the new way to communicate easily and efficiently with their patrons. Our partnership with BCR only makes it easier for libraries to implement Text a Librarian," said Gabe Macias, VP of Sales and Marketing at Mosio. About Mosio Mosio is a mobile technologies company providing messaging and mobile web solutions for businesses and organizations. We help our clients connect with customers on-the-go, using their mobile presence as a competitive advantage to increase sales and brand loyalty, both on and offline. About BCR BCR brings libraries together for greater success by expanding their knowledge, reach and power. They offer a broad range of solutions and their hands-on, personal attention to each member enables them to deliver effective and timely solutions that help libraries keep pace with new developments in technology and services. BCR is the nation's oldest and most established multistate library cooperative. Since 1935, the BCR team has helped libraries learn new skills, reach patrons, increase productivity and save money. BCR (Bibliographical Center for Research) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit headquartered in Aurora, Colorado. For more information, visit www.BCR.org or email info at BCR.org. Brandie Baumann Communications Coordinator BCR 14394 E. Evans Ave. Aurora, CO 80014-1408 p: 303.751.6277 ext 110 800.397.1552 f: 303.751.9787 e: bbaumann at bcr.org www.BCR.org From bvss at pdx.edu Mon Nov 30 14:14:29 2009 From: bvss at pdx.edu (Suzanne Sager) Date: Mon, 30 Nov 2009 14:14:29 -0800 Subject: [Libs-Or] [Fwd: [alacro-l] ALA files comments to NTIA and RUS on broadband stimulus programs] Message-ID: <4B1443C5.9010602@pdx.edu> FYI, Suzanne L. Sager ALA Oregon Chapter Councilor -------- Original Message -------- Subject: [alacro-l] ALA files comments to NTIA and RUS on broadband stimulus programs Date: Mon, 30 Nov 2009 17:02:45 -0500 From: Don Wood To: District Dispatch has posted a new item, 'ALA files comments to NTIA and RUS on broadband stimulus programs ' Contact: Jenni Terry ALA Washington Office Press Officer (202) 628-8410, jterry at alawash.org For Immediate Release November 30, 2009 ALA files comments to NTIA and RUS on broadband stimulus programs WASHINGTON, D.C. ? The American Library Association (ALA) today filed comments to the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) and Rural Utilities Service (RUS) regarding the implementation of the Broadband Initiatives Program (BIP) and Broadband Technology Opportunities Program (BTOP) The ALA?s comments called for increasing funding for the Public Computer Center Program, streamlining and simplifying the application and review process, and prioritizing funding for community anchor institutions. ?Libraries are uniquely positioned to deliver on the promise and objectives of the Broadband Technology Opportunities Program and the Broadband Initiatives Program,? said Carrie McGuire, director for the program on networks for the ALA Office for Information Technology Policy (OITP). ?We strongly encourage the NTIA and RUS to make changes to the program prior to Round 2 to ensure that libraries can take maximum advantage of this opportunity.? The ALA?s comments assert that libraries are key partners in the programs? goal of extending the opportunities available online to people across the United States. Libraries play the vital role of providing access to employment information, continuing education, government resources, small business opportunities and more; broadband connections are one of the critical elements that allow libraries to provide these essential resources to the public. ### You may view the latest post at http://www.wo.ala.org/districtdispatch/?p=4072 You received this e-mail because you asked to be notified when new updates are posted. Best regards, Jacob Roberts jroberts at alawash.org -- Portland State University logo Suzanne L. Sager Library East, Cataloging Portland State University 503-725-8169 503-725-5799 sagers at pdx.edu -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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