[Libs-Or] Jobline - 1/8/10

Fri Jan 8 08:39:18 PST 2010

Oregon State Library Jobline
An Electronic Jobline from the Oregon State Library....... January 8, 2010

Closing Dates

01/20/10 Central Coordinator, Portland, OR
01/22/10 Information Systems Specialist 4, Salem, OR 
01/22/10 Librarian, Salem, OR
02/11/10 Library Branch Manager/Children's Librarian, Sisters, OR
03/01/10 Metadata Management Librarian, Eugene, OR

Job Announcements 

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Posted: 12/18/09
Central Coordinator
Closes: 1/20/10
Portland, OR

Portland Community College (PCC) Library is accepting applications for the contracted position of Central Coordinator for an LSTA-funded project to complete the foundational work of developing a coordinated program of continuing education in the state of Oregon. The coordinator will work in cooperation with the PCC Library Director and the project liaison. The Central Coordinator will: 1) hire three regional coordinators to assist with this work; 2) design and conduct a statewide needs assessment to determine library-related continuing education needs in the state of Oregon; 3) develop a business plan for a sustainable model to deliver library-related continuing education throughout the state.
The Central Coordinator will work approximately 20 hours per week for 50 weeks, starting in February 2010, at a pay rate of $30/hr. This position will be based at the Sylvania campus of Portland Community College. The ideal candidate for this position will be well connected in the library community and will be skilled at project development and completion. The candidate will be coordinating the efforts of a team of colleagues in remote locations, and should have strong communication and interpersonal skills. Specific experience in conducting needs assessment and preparing a business plan is highly desired.
A copy of the grant and more information about the responsibilities of the Central Coordinator are available upon request from Roberta Richards at rrichard at pcc.edu. 
To apply: Send a letter of interest, resume, the names of three references, and the answers to the following questions by mail or email to: Donna Reed (PCC Library 202/ PO Box 19000/ Portland, OR 97280 or donna.reed at pcc.edu) Questions: 1) What are your connections with the library community in Oregon? 2) What connections do you have to library continuing education? 3) Do you have experience conducting needs assessment and writing business plans? 4) Do you have experience coordinating projects with multiple team members and multifaceted activities? 
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Posted: 01/08/10
Information Systems Specialist 4
Closes: 01/22/10
Salem, OR

Salary: $3,536 - $4,875 (monthly)

General Information: This full-time position is with the Oregon State Library in Salem. The State Library is a team-based organization. The Information Systems 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. This position is represented by a union (SEIU).

Duties: Direct user support for library staff on all desktop systems; Ordering, setup, and installation of new and replacement hardware and software; Primary support for public systems used for government information and genealogy research; Information asset management including inventory, license and version management, and surplus and disposal; Assistance in supporting library products and services including web information portals, email lists, online reference and research tools, digitization and preservation tools, etc.; Team business including semi-monthly team meetings and participation in multiple workgroups (potentially including IT, web services, online reference, etc.).

Qualifications: Two years of professional information systems experience which includes developing, maintaining, and installing information systems, and analyzing systems. Experience must include at least three of the following: a) significant responsibility for direct user support of computer- and web-based services troubleshooting to resolve hardware or software problems, b) documenting procedures or user instructions and user instruction on these procedures / instructions, c) experience in or familiarity with library operations, d) installing, testing, and maintaining hardware and software, OR e) information asset inventory management. AND either a) at least 30 quarter (20 semester) credits in computer science; OR b) two more years of information systems experience.

How to apply: Hand deliver, mail, fax, or email your completed application materials (PD100 application, cover letter, answers to exam questions, and references) to: Oregon State Library Attn: April Baker, HR Assistant 250 Winter St NE Salem, OR 97301-3950. Email: OSL.jobs at state.or.us. Please enter LESL1001 ISS4 in the subject line. Fax to (503) 585-8059.

For more information and to view the complete job announcement, please visit http://www.oregon.gov/OSL/jobs/LESL1001.shtml.
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Posted: 12/18/09
Librarian 
Closes: 1/22/10
Salem, OR

Brief description of position: Salem Public Library is recruiting for an energetic, creative Teen Services Librarian. Join our Youth Services team as you focus on helping to create a new teen library that is slated to open next summer. This 1.0 FTE (Full-time career) librarian will be responsible for building rapport with community teens and their advocates, Young Adult (YA) collection development, providing outreach and reference/reader's advisory services for middle and high school students, and creating exciting and innovative programs for teens.

Link to the full job announcement. http://www.cityofsalem.net/~spersonl/JobOpportunities.htm 

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Posted: 1/8/10
Library Branch Manager/Children's Librarian
Closes: 2/11/10
Sisters, OR
Sisters Public Library - Central Oregon
Is your dream job in Management and Youth Services? The Deschutes Public Library has an extraordinary opportunity for you! This position has many opportunities to influence lifelong learning. As the Sisters Branch Manager you have unique ways to enrich the lives of the staff and customers at both a local and a district-wide level. As the children's librarian you will be providing early literacy story times, summer reading programs, outreach to schools, and more. You will be serving a wide range of age groups, from babies to senior citizens, in the small and supportive community of Sisters. You will lead the professional development of your team, empowering them to grow and develop. Creativity, leadership, and collaboration are key talents of your influential role. 
Check out http://www.dpls.lib.or.us/employment.asp for position details, application and supplemental questionnaire. We look forward to hearing from you! Contact Marian Thomas at 541-312-1024 for any questions. Deadline: 4:00 p.m., on Thursday, February 11. EOE.
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Posted: 1/8/10
Metadata Management Librarian
Closes: 03/01/10
Eugene, OR
The University of Oregon Libraries seeks a dynamic, creative, and user-oriented colleague for the position of Metadata Management Librarian. This position provides the opportunity for a recent professional or an experienced metadata management librarian to participate in a wide range of services and professional responsibilities in a collaborative environment.
Duties and Responsibilities: The Metadata Management Librarian manages bibliographic data, the application of metadata to audio visual collections, and plays a key role in ensuring quality control. Specifically, this position: oversees catalog maintenance, including authority control and general bibliographic quality control; defines policies for use of the local integrated system; coordinates the maintenance of system tables; oversees coordination of work vendors to monitor and enhance system applications and obtain and ensure the quality of records; coordinates the daily work of classified staff and student workers managing quality control of the online catalog and other bibliographic databases; catalogs monographs and integrates resources in non-print formats (including DVDs, video games, and electronic resources) using AACR2 and Library of Congress classification, subject headings, and rule interpretations with related authority work; provides leadership and technical expertise in the investigation and application of new methods for organization of information resources utilizing established and emerging bibliographic control mechanisms and metadata standards. Engages in relevant professional development and service activities in keeping with the library's criteria for contract renewal and promotion. Reports to the Head, Metadata Services and Digital Projects.
Qualifications: Required: ALA-accredited MLS degree; experience using AACR2, MARC and the OCLC system; experience working directly with applications of integrated library systems; knowledge of HTML, XML; demonstrated problem-solving, workflow analysis, and project leadership skills, as well as an aptitude for complex, analytical work with attention to detail; strong commitment to enhancing service through teamwork and responsiveness to clients; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to work effectively with all levels of staff and with people of culturally diverse backgrounds; and potential to excel in a dynamic academic library environment, demonstrating flexibility, initiative and creativity. Preferred: Supervisory experience; familiarity with non-MARC metadata schemes and evolving standards; experience with the Innovative Interfaces system; bibliographic knowledge of at least one foreign language. The successful candidate will support and enhance a diverse learning and working environment.
Salary and Benefits: Salary commensurate with education and experience. The UO offers a generous benefits package. For details, click here.
Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; applications received by March 1, 2010 will receive priority consideration.
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: 1) Cover letter addressing your qualifications for the position; 2) Résumé; 3) 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 more information, see complete announcement here. 

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