[Libs-Or] Jobline 12/16/10

[Jessica Rondema]

Oregon State Library Jobline

An Electronic Jobline from the Oregon State Library....... December 16, 2010


Closing Dates
3/16/11 Librarian/Archivist, Seattle, WA
1/5/11 Librarian, Tillamook County, OR
3/16/10 Librarian, Falls City, OR
1/24/11 Urban & Public Affairs Librarian, Portland, OR
12/17/10 Reference Assistant (Senior Library Assistant), Tigard, OR
12/24/10 Librarian I - Content, Hillsboro, OR
3/10/11 Bilingual English/Spanish Librarian, Canby, OR
12/22/10 Library Manager, Tillamook County, OR
1/3/11 Tenure-Track Digital Collections & Metadata Librarian, Monmouth, OR
1/3/11 Non-Tenure-Track Instruction Librarian, Monmouth, OR
1/15/11 Government Information & Instruction Librarian, Ashland, OR
1/1/11 Digital Collections & Metadata Librarian, Monmouth, OR
Job Announcements


Posted 12/16/10
Librarian/Archivist
Closes: 3/16/11
Seattle, WA

The Librarian/Archivist is responsible for original cataloging of library materials in a variety of formats, processing of archival collections, conducting basic preservation activities, providing access to the collections, and assisting with reference services. This position works with traditional archival materials, artifacts, photos, and digital media. The Librarian/Archivist works closely with the Director to collaborate on projects that utilize the archival collections.

Vulcan Inc. creates and advances a variety of world-class endeavors and high-impact initiatives that change and improve the way people live, learn, do business and experience the world. Founded in 1986 by investor and philanthropist Paul G. Allen, and under the direction of president and CEO Jody Allen, Vulcan oversees various business and charitable projects including real estate holdings, investments in dozens of companies, including the Seattle Seahawks NFL, Seattle Sounders FC Major League Soccer, and Portland Trail Blazers NBA franchises, First & Goal Inc., Vulcan Productions, the Seattle Cinerama theatre, Experience Music Project, the Science Fiction Museum & Hall of Fame, the Allen Institute for Brain Science and the Paul G. Allen Family Foundation. Our unique environment offers employees professional growth, stimulating opportunities and a chance to make an impact.

For more information about this position, please visit http://www.vulcan.com/jobs <http://www.vulcan.com/jobs%20>

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Posted 12/16/10
Librarian
Closes: 1/5/11
Tillamook County, OR

The Librarian position requires full professional knowledge of theories, objectives, and principles of librarianship to select, organize, preserve, access, and disseminate information.  This position is specifically responsible for all Children's Library programs, including planning and conducting story presentations and special projects. The Children's Librarian does the collection development management for the children's department of the County System.  The Librarian prepares and presents all Children's programs at the Main Library and some programs at the outlying branches.  Prepares for the Summer Reading program for the County System.

For full job announcement and to obtain an application contact the Tillamook County Office of Personnel, (503) 842-3418, 201 Laurel Avenue, Tillamook, OR  97141; the State Employment Department Office, 2101 5th Street, Tillamook, OR  97141; or at our website: www.co.tillamook.or.us<http://www.co.tillamook.or.us/>

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Posted 12/16/10
Librarian
Closes: 3/16/10
Falls City, OR

The person in this position will provide direction and support for the community and school libraries. Duties include cataloging and processing print and non-print materials using compter applications in a timely manner, printing cards and labels as needed, assisting in maintaining books, A-V materials, and equipment in order and repair, willingness and ability to upgrade skills as required, assisiting in the trianing and supervision of student assistants and volunteers, keeping inventory of supplies, supervising high school and elementary students during school hours, performing a variety of library/clerical tasks including but not limited to answering telephones, shelving books, relaying messages, circulating library materials and media equipment upon request, assisting patrons with reference questions, incluidng inter-library loan procedures, and preparing schedules, reports, displays, and statistics as required.

For more information, call: 503-787-3521

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Posted 12/16/10
Urban & Public Affairs Librarian
Closes: 1/24/11
Portland, OR

The Urban & Public Affairs Librarian provides reference and information services for the University's students and faculty as well as members of the general public, participates in a dynamic instructional program, consults and collaborates with scholars in specific academic units, including classroom and online instruction, and possibly for-credit courses, and selects information resources to support the instructional and research needs of a diverse institution. Some evening and weekend reference duty and/or instruction is required. Portland State faculty members 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 full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position reports to the Assistant University Librarian for Public Services.

For the full job posting, please click the following link: http://www.pdx.edu/sites/www.pdx.edu.hr/files/media_assets/job_posting/LIB%20Urban%20&%20Public%20Affairs%20Librarian%20D98796.pdf

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Posted 12/9/10
Reference Assistant (Senior Library Assistant)
Closes: 12/17/10
Tigard, OR

The Reference Assistant performs routine, basic reference and readers advisory duties at any of the public service reference desks (children's, young adult, adult) as well as electronic and telephone reference. This member of the Readers Services Division will be the lead worker in providing assistance to the public on computer applications and problem solving.

Knowledge of basic library systems and library resources, both print and electronic. Ability to locate library materials and use the library catalog; ability to operate personal computers and library equipment, troubleshoot computer problems, and utilize commonly-used computer programs; ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks; ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships within the Library team; ability to communicate effectively in both written and oral forms. Possess excellent customer service skills and the ability to effectively deal with the public. Possess strong leadership abilities.

For more information about this position, contact Gina at tigard-or.gov<mailto:Gina at tigard-or.gov>. Phone: 503-639-4171.

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Posted 12/9/10
Librarian I - Content
Closes: 12/24/10
Hillsboro, OR

Washington County Cooperative Library Services (WCCLS) is looking for a Content Librarian.  Under the general supervision of the Library Automation Systems Supervisor, the Content Librarian creates, gathers, rewrites, plans, manages, and implements content for Washington County Cooperative Library Services (WCCLS). This unique position also writes and maintains WCCLS branding and content using current technology and communication tools such as social media and the WCCLS intranet and extranet. Additionally, the Content Librarian establishes, maintains, enhances, and expands WCCLS' web presence and use of technology tools; provides application and network support to member library staff, WCCLS staff, and patrons; collaborates with the WCCLS public relations staff, Web Services Team, member library staff and outside vendors to achieve established goals.

Link to the full job announcement:
http://www.co.washington.or.us/Support_Services/HR/Employment/employment-opportunities.cfm

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Posted 12/9/10
Bilingual English/Spanish Librarian
Closes: 3/10/11
Canby, OR

This one year LSTA grant-funded librarian position will jump-start the Canby Public Library's efforts to effectively serve Spanish speakers, with an emphasis on collection development, outreach, marketing, programming, community partnerships, and training of other staff in best practices.  In addition to demonstrating expertise in the activities noted above, the successful applicant will also demonstrate ability and experience in providing proactive and positive customer service, proficiency in spoken and written Spanish, knowledge of, and/or experience of the traditions, values and customs of the Hispanic/Latino community, and experience providing library services to Spanish speaking patrons.

The position announcement, application and full job description are available at http://www.ci.canby.or.us/Jobs/jobopenings.htm

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Posted 12/3/10
Library Manager
Closes: 12/22/10
Tillamook County, OR

The Library Manager assists the Library Director to set goals, develop plans, and establish and interpret policies and procedures.  The Library Manager provides professional librarian guidance for patrons and branch and bookmobile staff.  The Library Manager develops and monitors the division budget.

For full job announcement and to obtain an application contact the Tillamook County Office of Personnel, (503) 842-3418, 201 Laurel Avenue, Tillamook, OR  97141; the State Employment Department Office, 2101 5th Street, Tillamook, OR  97141; or at our website: www.co.tillamook.or.us<http://www.co.tillamook.or.us/>

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Posted 11/3/10
Tenure-Track Digital Collections & Metadata Librarian
Closes 1/3/11
Monmouth, Oregon

Western Oregon University seeks an energetic, resourceful and service-oriented Digital Collections & Metadata Librarian to provide development and management of digital collections & publications, archives, technical services, and exhibits.  The successful applicant will grow the digital commons from its infancy (on the bepress platform), shaping content, standards, and access, and shepherding projects, policies, procedures, and workflow.  This librarian will also supervise and advance the operations related to archives, exhibits, cataloging and processing of physical materials, and maintenance of the integrated library system.  The ideal candidate will present a strong combination of demonstrated experience and knowledge in the following areas: metadata and associated standards, institutional repositories, and archival operations.  The successful applicant will enter as Assistant Professor into a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track position; s/he reports to the Dean of the Library, who leads the six library faculty in a consensus model of management.  The Digital Collections & Metadata Librarian will supervise 3.25 FTE support staff.  The librarians share responsibilities for collection development, instruction, and reference, and they participate fully in faculty governance. Immediate review of applications.  Open until filled.
For more information about this position, including application requirements, visit our website at www.wou.edu/jobs<http://www.wou.edu/jobs>.

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Posted 11/3/10
Non-Tenure-Track Instruction Librarian
Closes 1/3/11
Monmouth, Oregon

The non-tenure track Instruction Librarian serves in a collaborative role with the librarians in designing and implementing information literacy instruction at Western Oregon University. Information literacy instruction is implemented through classroom and web based-instruction. The candidate must be able to design and develop engaging course-related library instruction sessions and be versed in current and emerging instructional theory and application. Most classroom sessions include web based research guides and supplemental web instruction. The candidate must be proficient with digital technology including the ability to adapt classroom instruction for web-only delivery. The candidate will also provide 8-12 hours of reference per week, with a potential Sunday-Thursday schedule. Reference services are delivered both in person and via chat and text messaging.  Western Oregon University serves a diverse population of students and the candidate must be able to teach and provide reference service to a variety of students ranging from first generation, traditional, non-traditional, graduate and International students. The non-tenure track Instruction Librarian is a 9-month position, reporting to the Dean of the Library. Immediate review of applications.  Open until filled.
For more information about this position, including application requirements, visit our website:  www.wou.edu/jobs<http://www.wou.edu/jobs>

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Posted: 11/2/10
Government Information & Instruction Librarian
Closes: 1/15/11
Ashland, OR

Southern Oregon University Hannon Library seeks a not so mild-mannered superhero librarian to work effectively in a collaborative and collegial environment as our Government Information and Instruction librarian.  We are looking for a creative individual with excellent communication skills who places students at the center of the educational experience and has unique powers to teach and inspire students-in particular, first-year students-using government information. This successful superhero will have an excellent knowledge of the Federal Depository Library Program and the capacity to lead the transition from print to electronic government information.

If you think you might possess the not so mild-mannered superhero qualities to be our Government Information and Instruction librarian, please go to our website for a more detailed position description and to apply online:
https://jobs.sou.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1288729217555
Southern Oregon University is an equal access AA/EOE employer committed to achieving a diverse work force and, as such, is an inclusive campus community dedicated to student success, intellectual growth, and responsible global citizenship.

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Posted: 11/1/10
Digital Collections & Metadata Librarian
Closing date: 1/1/11
Monmouth, OR


Western Oregon University seeks an energetic, resourceful and service-oriented Digital Collections & Metadata Librarian to provide development and management of digital collections & publications, archives, technical services, and exhibits.  The successful applicant will grow the digital commons from its infancy (on the bepress platform), shaping content, standards, and access, and shepherding projects, policies, procedures, and workflow.  This librarian will also supervise and advance the operations related to archives, exhibits, cataloging and processing of physical materials, and maintenance of the integrated library system.  The ideal candidate will present a strong combination of demonstrated experience and knowledge in the following areas: metadata and associated standards, institutional repositories, and archival operations.  The successful applicant will enter as Assistant Professor into a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track position; s/he reports to the Dean of the Library, who leads the six library faculty in a consensus model of management.  The Digital Collections & Metadata Librarian will supervise 3.25 FTE support staff.  The librarians share responsibilities for collection development, instruction, and reference, and they participate fully in faculty governance.

Review of applicants will begin immediately, and will remain open until finalists are identified.  Position is available Feb. 1, 2011.
Full job announcement available http://www.wou.edu/admin/hr/jobopenings_faculty.php
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