[Libs-Or] Jobline - 7/23/10

[Robin Speer]

Oregon State Library Jobline

An Electronic Jobline from the Oregon State Library....... July 23, 2010


Closing Dates

07/25/10 Social Sciences Librarian, Portland, OR
07/25/10 Collection Development Librarian, Portland, OR
07/25/10 Manager of Library Technologies, Portland, OR
07/25/10 Head, Historical Collections & Archives, Portland, OR
07/26/10 Law Librarian, Eugene, OR
07/30/10 Director, Madras, OR
07/30/10 Temporary-Seasonal Reference Instruction Librarian, Portland, OR
08/06/10 Assistant Law Librarian, Hillsboro, OR
08/09/10 Library Clerk, Scappoose, OR
08/11/10 Executive Director, Anchorage, AK
08/16/10 Director of Library & Media Services, Seattle, WA
09/01/10 Head of Instructional Services, Portland, OR
12/15/10 Temporary Librarian Pool, Portland & Eugene, OR
Job Announcements


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Posted: 6/25/10
Social Sciences Librarian
Closes: 7/25/10 (or until filled)
Portland, OR

General Description: The Social Sciences 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 expects its tenured faculty to 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. All faculty members must adhere to University and Library policies and procedures, including Portland State University's Professional Standards of Conduct. The Library expects all librarians to adhere to the current Reference and User Services Association's (RUSA) Guidelines for Behavioral Performance of Reference and Information Service Providers.

Full job announcement can be found at: http://www.pdx.edu/sites/www.pdx.edu.hr/files/media_assets/job_posting/hr_posting_lib_017.pdf

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Posted: 6/25/10
Collection Development Librarian
Closes: 7/25/10 (or until filled)
Portland, OR

General Description: The Collection Development Librarian provides work related to the selection, processing, evaluation, and assessment of library resources; assists in the development and implementation of collection development policies and procedures; and performs some reference, liaison, and instructional duties. This is a full-time, 12-month, tenure-track position with the rank of Assistant Professor in the Resource Services and Technology (RST) unit. This position is expected to work very closely with the Associate University Librarian, to whom the position reports, as well as to collaborate with the Head of Acquisitions, the Head of Electronic and Continuing Resources, and subject liaison librarians. The incumbent contributes to the profession through professional service and scholarly activities, and participates in faculty governance activities within the Library and University.

Full job announcement can be found at: http://www.pdx.edu/sites/www.pdx.edu.hr/files/media_assets/job_posting/hr_posting_lib_016.pdf

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Posted: 6/25/10
Manager of Library Technologies
Closes: 7/25/10 (or until filled)
Portland, OR

General Description: The Manager of Library Technologies at the Portland State University Library provides a key role in the leadership of the Library's information technology infrastructure and services, including supervision of the Library Technologies team's activities and staff.
This position oversees library technology projects and systems, and works with system vendors, programmers, librarians, staff, and public end-users to develop, evaluate, implement, and support a variety of systems. Services and systems currently include: the Library's integrated library system (Innovative Interfaces' Millennium system), the Library's multiple Web sites, servers, and interfaces; major applications for interlibrary loan and course reserves operations, the PSU digital repository, instructional technology, and provision of staff and public computing. This is a full-time, 12-month, unclassified, excluded, unranked position. This position reports to the Associate University Librarian.

Full job announcement can be found at: http://www.pdx.edu/sites/www.pdx.edu.hr/files/media_assets/job_posting/hr_posting_lib_018.pdf

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Posted: 6/25/10
Head, Historical Collections & Archives
Closes: 7/25/10
Portland, OR

The Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU) in Portland seeks a creative, dynamic and technologically innovative Head, Historical Collections & Archives, who is excited about the challenges offered by managing a growing collection with a vigorous program of outreach and education. This position offers opportunities for professional growth serving an active community of scholars in all disciplines of the health sciences. The Historical Collections and Archives features a medical museum collection, an Oral History Program, a Lecture Series, an award-winning blog and regular columns in internal and external publications. Minimum salary $55,000. See http://www.ohsu.edu/xd/education/library/about/jobs.cfm for further information.

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Posted: 7/9/10
Law Librarian
Closes: 7/26/10
Eugene, OR

Lane County is seeking an experienced and energetic law librarian to manage the county's public law library in Eugene, OR. This is a full-time position, with benefits, supervising 1.25 FTE. The Law Librarian is responsible for the overall administration of  library operations, including budgeting, reference services, management of electronic resources and contracts, website maintenance, collection maintenance, and supervision of clerical staff.

Qualifications: Degree in Library Science, minimum of three years professional experience as librarian, with supervisory experience, experience with legal materials and electronic resources, including Westlaw, Lexis and Shepards Online.

A complete listing of required and preferred qualifications and a job description are available here.<http://jobs.lanecounty.org/CustomEmployment.asp?SectionID=ALL&JobID=295> Applications can be submitted online from this location, as well as a supplemental questionnaire which applicants are asked to complete. Application materials must be received by 5:00, July 26, 2010.

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Posted: 6/25/10
Director
Closes: 7/30/10
Madras, OR

Brief description of position: Leading the independent Jefferson County Library District is an exciting opportunity for a library director who wishes to make a difference. Serving 17,000 residents, the library is "just the right size;" small enough that staff build personal relationships with appreciative library patrons, but large enough to provide quality, professional library service. The Library district also has the good fortune of operating with a permanent tax base with annual revenues of $475,000. The Board is looking for a leader who can oversee the building of a new facility, continue the cooperative agreement with Deschutes Public Library, support library services for the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs, and continue the positive team approach to staff and public service.
Salary range: $48,000 - $60,000.

Link to the full job announcement: http://www.jcld.org/Jobs.html

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Posted: 7/16/10
Temporary-Seasonal Reference Instruction Librarian (part-time)
Closes: 7/30/10
Portland, OR

Brief Description: Works as part of the reference team to provide research assistance to the campus community. Participates in instruction program by assisting reference librarians in preparing for classes, by helping during a class session, or occasionally by teaching classes. 20 hrs per week for approximately 6 weeks during both Fall and Spring terms.

Link to full Ad:  http://www.up.edu/hr/showjob.aspx?id=285

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Posted: 7/16/10
Assistant Law Librarian
Closes: 8/6/09
Hillsboro, OR

Description: The Washington County Law Library, located in Hillsboro, Oregon, is seeking a full-time Assistant Law Librarian to work with the Law Librarian and the part-time Law Library Assistant. Duties include, but are not limited to, legal research instruction, website management, outreach to community, public libraries, attorneys, and legislators, participation in day-to-day operations including public and technical services tasks, and event, project, and program management.

Skills needed: Demonstrated experience and/or aptitude for public law library reference work, public speaking, public service, legal research and teaching, and project and grant management. Knowledge of print and electronic legal information sources, collection management and cataloging and classification techniques, MS Office, and online library-outreach tools. Excellent writing and speaking skills are required.

Hours of employment: Monday to Friday, 8-5 p.m., with occasional additional hours.

To apply: Please visit Washington County's Job Opportunities page online at http://tinyurl.com/27bsvfe OR
http://www.co.washington.or.us/Support_Services/HR/Employment/employment-opportunities.cfm

For further inquiries regarding the hiring process: Please contact Washington County Human Resources by telephone at 503-846-8606 or by email at HR at co.washington.or.us<mailto:HR at co.washington.or.us>

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Posted: 7/9/10
Library Clerk
Closes: 8/9/10 (or until filled)
Scappoose, OR

The Scappoose Public Library District is accepting resumes for a Part-Time Library Clerk. 24 hours per week, including day, evening and weekend hours. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work as part of a team are essential. Primary duties include working at the circulation desk, shelving, and computer instruction. Must demonstrate the ability to alphabetize and understand the Dewey Classification system. Computer skills are required and experience with a library computerized circulation system desirable. High School Diploma or equivalent required. Physical requirements include the ability to bend and to lift piles of books weighing up to forty pounds. Pay is $10.00/hr. Successful candidate must pass background check. Open until filled. EOE.

E-mail or mail cover letter and resume to: Dan White Director, Scappoose Public Library District PO Box 400 Scappoose, OR 97056 Email: dwhite at scappooselibrary.org<mailto:dwhite at scappooselibrary.org> Phone: 503-543-7123

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Posted: 6/4/10
Executive Director
Closes: 8/11/10
Anchorage, AK

The ALN Board of Directors sets overall direction and establishes budgets and policies. The ALN Executive Director works closely with the Board and makes recommendations on plans, programs, and policies. The ALN Executive Director is responsible for managing the operations of the organization and implementing decisions of the Board. The ALN Executive Director prioritizes activities, identifies problems and opportunities, and implements solutions. The ALN Executive Director works in a collaborative problem-solving mode consulting with the directors of the member libraries and with the State Library staff. The successful candidate must be highly motivated, have strong planning and organizational skills, sound fiscal management abilities and be an effective communicator. As the hiring institution, the University of Alaska Anchorage applies for grant funding for the ALN Executive Director position. The ALN Executive Director will hold a term faculty appointment at UAA. The supervisor of record is the Dean of UAA/APU Consortium Library. Currently there is no other staffing employed by ALN.

Salary: Minimum $55,000 annually; health and life insurance, tuition waiver benefits; represented by bargaining unit.

Requirements of the job: Master's degree from an accredited college in library or information science, media services, or closely related field.  Two years minimum of professional library experience at the manager level. Working knowledge of current library technologies.

Preferred Experience: Experience working with library consortia and/or other collaborative projects. Experience working with a policy-making board. Background in financial management of non-profit organizations. Working knowledge of grant administration.

Closing Date: The screening committee will begin reviewing applications August 11, 2010. Applications will be accepted until the recruitment is closed. Candidates are encouraged to apply by the review date to receive full consideration.

Posting Number: 0059918. For the entire announcement, see: https://www.uakjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=70662

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Posted: 7/16/10
Director, Library & Media Services
Closes: 8/16/10
Seattle, WA

The Director of Library and Media Services has overall responsibility for the efficient and effective leadership of the private library and media collections, including management of fiscal, human, and technology resources. The position defines and implements the overall philosophy, objectives, internal policies and procedures for library and media collection development, management and services; and ensures protection of and access to a comprehensive collection of print, media and digital resources. It organizes and directs all activities concerned with the administration of the library, including a continual process of short and long range planning. The Director identifies, and implements practical applications of information technology, including data management and curation, integrated library systems, and web and digital multi-media technologies; and works closely with other departments to coordinate these applications.

A Master's degree and 10 plus year's relevant experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience) is required for the position. Knowledge of library and information systems, including an understanding of MARC is required. Successful candidates will have thorough knowledge of the principles, methods and practices of library and digital collections development and management. Personnel management and team building/coordination experience and strong language and communications skills are necessary - specifically candidates need the ability to effectively communicate information, both in written and oral form, to individuals both within and outside the company.

For a complete job description and to apply to this role please visit www.vulcan.com/jobs<http://www.vulcan.com/jobs>.

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Posted: 7/16/10
Head of Instructional Services
Closes: 9/1/10
Portland, OR

Review of applicants will begin approximately September 1, 2010, and will remain open until finalists are identified.

The Head of Instructional Services leads the design, implementation, and assessment of the Portland State Library's instructional services; coordinates the teaching activities of the Library; and integrates information literacy into the curriculum. The Head of Instructional Services develops creative strategies to deliver library instruction; identifies best practices and standards of excellence for teaching; develops a positive and shared vision of library instruction; and provides training and continuing education to library instructors. The Head is responsible for the collection and reporting of data for the instructional program and student learning outcomes assessment. She or he also manages and develops library teaching facilities, including the Library instruction classrooms, participates in providing reference services, and serves as a liaison to one or more departments within the Graduate School of Education. The Head of Instructional Services supervises the Distance Learning Librarian and the University Studies and Education Librarian ( responsible for the coordination of general education). The Head of Instructional Services is professionally active and contributes to developments in the field. Portland State 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. This full-time, 12-month, tenure-track faculty position with the rank of Assistant Professor, reports to the Assistant University Librarian for Public Services. All faculty members must adhere to University and Library policies and procedures, including Portland State University's Professional Standards of Conduct.

http://www.pdx.edu/sites/www.pdx.edu.hr/files/media_assets/job_posting/hr_posting_lib_019.pdf

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Posted: 6/25/10
Temporary Librarian Pool
Closes: 12/15/10
Portland and Eugene
Closes: 12/15/10

The UO Libraries are building a pool of qualified applicants for possible temporary, short-term appointments. Positions would be of a limited duration not to exceed one year or 20 hours/week without a further competitive search. Assignments vary in location and function, depending on need. Duties may include but are not limited to: reference service in the Knight Library or branch libraries delivering instructional sessions, technical processing, collections management, and digital library development projects. Currently, the Libraries are seeking applications to fill a general need in the UO Portland Library and Learning Commons, located in the White Stag building in downtown Portland, in addition to ongoing needs at UO Libraries on the Eugene campus.

Qualifications Required: ALA-accredited MLIS degree or foreign equivalent; professional experience and/or graduate coursework in specific areas of library service relevant to the temporary need (e.g. reference, library instruction, etc.); the successful candidate will support and enhance a diverse learning and working environment.

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis and the pool will remain active through December 15, 2010. Screening of applications will take place as positions become available and continue until positions are filled.

To Apply: Send cover letter (please indicate you are applying for TEMPORARY LIBRARIAN POOL) and résumé to Ms. Laine Stambaugh, Director, Library Human Resources, 1299 University of Oregon Libraries, Eugene, OR 97403-1299. E-mail submissions are strongly preferred; send with Word or pdf format to: libapps at uoregon.edu<mailto:libapps at uoregon.edu>.

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