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Summary of Job Postings

Job Posting #	Date Posted	Title	Institution	Location

08-273	08/19	Half-time Technology Specialist	University at Albany	Albany, NY
08-272	08/19	Instructor or Assistant Professor - Periodicals and Government Documents	LaGuardia Community College	Long Island City, NY
08-271	08/19	Law Library Clerk	Columbia County Courthouse	Hudson, NY
08-270	08/19	Head of Reference and Instruction	SUNY College at Oneonta	Oneonta, NY
08-269	08/19	Library Assistant - Evening Library Clerk	Utica College	Utica, NY
08-268	08/19	Librarian I, Youth Services	Bethlehem Public Library	Delmar, NY
08-267	08/19	Library Technician, Evenings and Weekends	Schaffer Library, Albany Medical College	Albany, NY
08-266	08/19	Library Director	Great Neck Library	Great Neck, NY
08-265	08/19	Library Assistant-in-training	Round Lake Library	Round Lake, NY
08-264	08/18	Collections/Serials Librarian	The Sage Colleges	Albany/Troy, NY
08-263	08/18	Manuscripts Librarian-Brown Family Papers	Brown University	Providence, RI
08-262	08/18	Archive Internship	Democracy Now!	New York, NY
08-261	08/18	Public Policy Papers Project Archivist	Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library, Princeton University	Princeton, NJ
08-260	08/18	Library Professional/ Special Collections	University of Vermont	Burlington, VT
08-259	08/05	Manuscript Cataloger/Processor	Schlesinger Library , Harvard University	Cambridge, MA
08-258	08/05	Library Professional, Archives	University of Vermont	Burlington, VT
08-257	08/05	Information Services Librarian	Elmira College	Elmira, NY
08-256	08/05	Librarian I - Youth Services Consultant	Clinton Essex Franklin Library System	Plattsburgh, NY
08-255	08/01	Military Archives Intern (paid)	NYS Military Museum	Saratoga Springs, NY
08-254	08/01	Project Archivist	NYS Military Museum	Saratoga Springs, NY
08-253	07/29	Assistant Director, Knowledge Services Group	Library of Congress	Washington, DC
08-252	07/25	Collections Conservator/ Instructional Support Associate	University at Albany	Albany, NY
08-251	07/25	Integrated Library Systems Programmer	University at Albany	Albany, NY
08-250	07/24	Archives Intern	Clark Art Institute	Williamstown, MA
08-249	07/23	Outreach Librarian	Library for Blind and Physically Handicapped	Baltimore, MD
08-248	07/23	Reference/Instruction Librarians	Berkley College	NY and NJ
08-247	07/23	Assistant Librarian (Part-Time)	Broome Community College	Binghamton, NY
08-246	07/21	Archivist of the JD Watson Special Collection	Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory	Cold Spring Harbor, NY
08-245	07/21	Preservation Archivist	New York University	New York, NY
08-244	07/21	Assistant Director of Public Services	County of Los Angeles Public Library	Los Angeles, NY
08-243	07/21	Assistant Library Administrator, Technical Services	County of Los Angeles Public Library	Los Angeles, NY
08-242	07/21	Library Director	Great Neck Library	Great Neck, NY
08-241	07/21	Assistant Photo Archivist	National Baseball Hall of Fame	Cooperstown, NY

Job Posting # 08-272 Instructor or Assistant Professor - Periodicals and Government Documents

A City University of New York (CUNY) institution, LaGuardia Community College is conveniently located 15 minutes from Times Square in the rapidly developing community of Long Island City. It is one of the largest community colleges in the United States, with an annual enrollment in academic programs of approximately 13,500 students from over 150 countries. LaGuardia also operates the largest continuing education program within the CUNY University system, with more than 30,000 students engaged in studying a wide range of subjects, such as business skills, construction management and emergency medical services.

LaGuardia Community College seeks an Instructor or Assistant Professor for the Library and s/he will:

Provide leadership for the Librarys Periodicals and Federal Depository Library Collections.
Supervise periodicals and documents staff, staff training and development, collection development, budget monitoring and preparation, and dealing with subscription service and vendors.
Oversee the Librarys obligations to the Federal Depository Library Program.
Other responsibilities include reference desk service, library instruction, committee work and liaison with the teaching departments.

This position offers highly competitive fringe benefits and compensation. For example, comprehensive medical and dental plans, life insurance, sick leave, paid vacation and generous pension plans.

Qualifications: ALA accredited MLS degree required for appointment as an Instructor.

ALA accredited MLS degree plus second masters degree or doctorate required for an appointment as an Assistant Professor. Relevant professional experience in an academic setting helpful, as is evidence of commitment to outstanding customer service and collaborative problem solving. Excellent oral and written communication skills with people at all levels needed.

Salary: Instructor: $40,851 - $51,926; Assistant Professor: $43,981 - $58,787

Send cover letter and resume by the above closing date of 9/30/2008 to:

Ms. Nereida Baez ID: Instructor or Assistant Professor, Library/Periodical Division for Academic Affairs LaGuardia Community College 31-10 Thomson Avenue, Room M400 Long Island City, NY 11101

Job Posting # 08-267 Library Technician - Evening & Weekend

Schaffer Library of Health Sciences at Albany Medical College is seeking a responsible individual with excellent interpersonal, communication, and customer service skills to fill a part time evening & weekend library circulation position in an academic medical center environment.

Responsibilities include: circulation desk coverage, basic reference and multi-media lab assistance, photocopying, shelving, shelf-reading, collection shifting, and AV multi-media equipment maintenance. Must be able to work until midnight.

Qualifications: HS diploma/GED with two years college preferred. Computer experience desired.

As a health care organization, we recognize the need to provide our employees with competitive salaries as well as a quality benefits program.

AMC supports a diversified, smoke-free environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encouraging women and minorities to apply.

For consideration, send resume along with cover letter and three references (including immediate supervisor) to:

AD # 05808
Employment Site, Mail Code 56
Albany Medical Center
47 New Scotland Ave
Albany, NY 12208

Resumes may also be faxed to (518) 262-4487 or e-mailed to humanresources@mail.amc.edu. Applications may also be downloaded at www.amc.edu. Please include Ad # 05808 on your submission.

Posted August 19, 2008

Job Posting # 08-265 Library Assistant-in-Training

The Round Lake Library, Main Branch in historic Round Lake, NY is seeking a 10-15 hr a week Library Assistant–in Training for mid Sept-December 2008. After successful completion of this period, the individual would receive permanent status, an increase in hours to up to 20hrs per week and a wage increase. Starting pay is $8/hr with an increase to $8.75 after 90 days. Although the 2009 budget is not yet finalized, we are anticipating an additional pay increase for that year as well.

Interested individuals should email (dcoblish@sals.edu) or standard mail a cover letter and resume to:

Denise Coblish
Director of Libraries
Round Lake Library
PO Box 665, 31 Wesley Ave
Round Lake, NY 12151

No phone calls please.

Interviews will be conducted in late August and early September with anticipated starting date in mid-September.

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Library Assistant Job Description:

Minimum Requirements

Experience in library, archival, or general office work;
Graduation from a standard senior high school or equivalent is generally preferred. (Experience and education may be substituted for one another);
Ability to work the following hours during training period:
Wednesdays 10-3 (including the Day before Thanksgiving); Fridays 1-6 (including Halloween night and the day after Thanksgiving); one Saturday a month (10-2)
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of basic business office procedures;
Basic computer proficiency;
Ability to answer questions regarding library programs and activities.

Basic Functions

Performs entry-level library, archival, or data records services work. Work involves compiling records, sorting and shelving books, and issuing and receiving library materials. Works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Primary Responsibilities

Receives and returns books to shelves;
Inspects returned books, materials, and equipment for damage;
Greets library users, answers telephone and performs a wide range of clerical public contact duties;
Uses library automated circulation system to circulate materials to library users including checking materials in and out, processing holds, registering borrowers, collecting fines and fees;
Assists in department operations: Opening and closing the branch and circulation desk, counting money, emptying book drop;
Performs activities involved in retrieval of overdue materials and acts as contact person for library users inquiring about overdue notices. Informs users regarding overdue items;
Attends to public use of equipment: Adds paper, assists library users with machine problems;
Provides users with general information about library services (library hours, policies, materials, and holdings, etc.) and directing them to other personnel as needed;
Checks in periodicals;
Prepares periodicals and other materials for circulation: Applies stamps, labels, etc;
Performs general clerical duties for supervisor as assigned;
Participates in meetings as required;
Attends in-service workshops, meetings and conferences as appropriate;

Denise L. Coblish, M.S., M.L.S.
Director
Round Lake Library
31 Wesley Avenue PO Box 665
Round Lake NY 12151-0665
(518) 899-2285
dcoblish@sals.edu

Posted August 19, 2008

Job Posting # 08-263 Manuscripts Librarian-Brown Family Papers

Brown University Library, founded along with the University in 1764, is one of the nation's oldest and most distinguished research libraries. The library system houses more than 3.5 million volumes, with extensive collections of maps, broadsides, sheet music, archival materials, manuscripts and a wide array of digital objects. The system consists of seven library facilities and serves a student body of approximately 6,000 undergraduates and 2,000 graduate students and a 500-member faculty.

Brown University Library is seeking a highly skilled and self-motivated Manuscripts Librarian for an assignment on the Brown Family Papers. This is a special contract assignment with an expected end date of June 30, 2009. The incumbent will work 20 hours per week.

The Manuscript Librarian will inventory collections, create box and folder lists, re-box and re-folder collections as necessary to preserve the original materials, coordinate transfer of the collections from the John Nicholas Brown Center to the John Hay Library and/or the Library Collections Annex. The incumbent will maintain appropriate processing notes for the collection files and supervise several students assisting with the project.

Requirements:

* MLS required with a concentration in Archives preferred.

* At least 2 years experience in the arrangement and description of archival and manuscripts collections required.

* Demonstrated experience in the creation of Encoded Archival Description (EAD) finding aids required

* Knowledge of current trends in the processing and description of archival manuscripts collections required

To apply for this position (JOB# B01057), please visit Brown's Online Employment website (https://careers.brown.edu ), complete an application online, attach documents, and submit for immediate consideration. Documents should include cover letter, resume, plus names and e-mail addresses of three references. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled; applications received by August 31, 2008 will receive first consideration. Brown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Posted August 18, 2008

Job Posting # 08-262 Democracy Now! Archive Internship

The Democracy Now! Archive in New York, NY is looking for interns for the fall semester. Containing over 60,000 media items, the archive contains audiovisual materials, books, photographs and artifacts from the 1980s to today. An integral part of daily operations and production of Democracy Now!, the archive is also used as a resource by researchers, filmmakers, artists and educators.

Interns will be responsible for processing collections, cataloging audio and video elements, re-housing archival materials, research, and analog to digital audio conversion. This is an excellent opportunity for those interested in pursuing a career in media archives in a busy newsroom environment. Knowledge of current events is helpful.

For information, please contact Nicole Martin at nmartin@democracynow.org

Posted August 18, 2008

Job Posting # 08-261 Public Policy Papers Project Archivist

The Princeton University Library, one of the world's most respected
research institutions, serves a diverse community of 6,600 students
and 1,100 faculty members with more than 6 million printed volumes, 5
million manuscripts, and 2 million nonprint items. The holdings in its
central facility and 15 specialized libraries range from ancient
papyri and incunabula to the most advanced electronic databases and
digital collections. The Library employs a dedicated and knowledgeable
staff of more than 300 professional and support personnel,
complemented by a large student and hourly workforce. More information
can be found at the Library's Web site: http://libweb.princeton.edu/

Description: The Project Archivist will work at the Princeton
University Library's Seeley G. Mudd Manuscript Library, a unit of the
Department of Rare Books and Special Collections. This library houses
the Princeton University Archives (current holdings of approximately
15,000 cubic feet) as well as a major collection of 20th-century
public policy papers (current holdings of approximately 20,000 cubic
feet).

The Public Policy Papers Project Archivist will process collections
from the Library's Public Policy Papers collection, including the
George McGovern Papers. The Project Archivist will also assist in the
library's accessioning process, and contribute to the library's
digitization efforts. This position will supervise a team of several
student workers, and will be expected to produce finding aids, catalog
records, and other access tools. The position will also participate in
the reference activities of the Mudd Manuscript Library. The Project
Archivist will report to the Assistant University Archivist for
Technical Services.

This is a two year term position with the possibility of extension.

Qualifications:
Required: Master's degree in library science or related field and
graduate training in archival theory and practice, or equivalent
combination of education and experience. Significant experience
processing archival records, preferably large collections of
institutional records or political collections. Experience with
pragmatic and efficient processing procedures such as those outlined
in Greene and Meissner's "More Product, Less Process." Fluency with
relevant standards for archival description including DACS, EAD, and
MARC, and familiarity with other current metadata standards. Knowledge
of current trends in the description of digital objects. Strong
project management and supervisory skills. Excellent communication
skills and ability to work independently.

Preferred: Experience providing reference services for archives and
special collections. Knowledge of 20th century U.S. history.

Benefits: Twenty-four vacation days a year, plus eleven paid holidays.
Health care insurance, and disability insurance and other benefits are
available.

Salary and Rank: Dependent upon qualifications and experience.

Nominations and Applications:
Review of applications will begin September 2, 2008 and will continue
until the position is filled. Nominations and applications (cover
letter, resume and the names, titles, addresses and phone numbers of
three references) will be accepted only from the Jobs at Princeton
website: http://www.princeton.edu/jobs

PRINCETON UNIVERSITY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
For information about applying to Princeton, please link to:
http://web.princeton.edu/sites/dof/ApplicantsInfo.htm

Posted August 18, 2008

Job Posting # 08-260 Library Professional/Special Collections

Library Professional - Bailey/Howe Library - #032429

The University of Vermont, established in 1791, is located 90 miles
south of Montreal between the Adirondack and Green Mountains on the
shores of Lake Champlain in Burlington, Vermont, a city of 50,000,
consistently recognized for its quality of life, from outdoor recreation
to cultural events. UVM, with over 85,000 alumni, is a comprehensive
research university comprising eight schools and colleges, a Graduate
College, and a College of Medicine and offers its employees competitive
salaries, outstanding benefits and a superior academic workplace.

The University of Vermont is seeking a Library Professional to provide
public service, collection, and technology support in the Special
Collections Department. Responsibilities will include: provide technical
service for materials in a range of formats, including manuscripts,
photographs, maps, broadsides, monographs, and serials; provide
reference services and assistance to researchers using Special
Collections and participate in the creation of resources for the Special
Collections web presence.

Bachelor's degree and one year of library work experience required, or
an equivalent combination. Ability to work effectively in a team
setting; oral and written communication skills; and experience working
with information technology including standard desktop applications
required. Ability to lift 40 lb boxes required. Commitment to diversity
and inclusion required.

For further information, or to apply with electronic application,
resume, cover letter, and a list of references for #032429, visit our
website at: www.uvmjobs.com. Tel: 802-656-3494 Review of applications
begins immediately and will continue until suitable candidates are found.

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer. Applications from women and people from diverse racial, ethnic, and
cultural backgrounds are encouraged.

Posted August 18, 2008

Job Posting # 08-259 Manuscript Cataloger/Processor

The following posting is for 2 manuscript cataloger/processors; each position is a 5-YEAR TERM APPOINTMENT. If you applied to our previous posting (5/23/08), we have kept your resume in the pool of applicants: please do not re-apply. If interested, new applicants please apply to ONE of the (identical) listings through the Harvard University Job Postings list (http://jobs.harvard.edu/jobs/summ_req?in_post_id=38899; http://jobs.harvard.edu/jobs/summ_req?in_post_id=38898).

The Arthur and Elizabeth Schlesinger Library on the History of Women in America collects manuscripts, books, and other materials essential for understanding the lives and activities of American women in the United States and abroad.

Use link above for complete details.

Posted August 5, 2008

Job Posting # 08-257 Information Services Librarian

Position: Information Services Librarian
Category: Faculty
Department: Gannett-Tripp Library
Date Posted: August 1, 2008

Position Summary: Elmira College in Elmira, New York, is seeking a service-oriented librarian to manage circulation, electronic resources, Web content and library systems, to provide reference and instruction services and to serve as collection development liaison with faculty in curriculum areas, in the student-centered Gannett-Tripp Library. This is a twelve-month position with faculty rank (not tenure), 22 vacation days, TIAA-CREF, and salary commensurate with experience. Some evening and weekend work required.

Elmira College – first to offer a comprehensive curriculum for women, home of the Center for Mark Twain Studies – is a small, residential, liberal arts college in a pleasant community in the Finger Lakes region of New York State (county population 100,000). The College’s enrollment continues strong. 14% of the current student body graduated first or second in their high school or prep school class. Average Class size is 17; student-faculty ratio is 12:1.

Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS required. The successful candidate must be service-oriented with knowledge of reference and database sources, and library systems. Excellent communication and organizational skills; ability to work independently and collaboratively. Working knowledge of Innovative Interfaces and supervisory experience preferred.

Application Close Date: Review of applications is beginning and will continue until the final candidate is selected.

To Apply: Minorities and women are encouraged to apply. EOE. Send (1) a letter with salary expectations or history, (2) resume, (3) three current letters of recommendation, and (4) a list of three references to Information Services Librarian Search, Dr. Peter Viscusi, Dean of Faculty, Elmira College, One Park Place, Elmira, N.Y. 14901. For further information, contact pviscusi@elmira.edu.

Posted August 5, 2008

Job Posting # 08-256 Librarian I – Youth Services Consultant

The Clinton Essex Franklin Library System (CEFLS) based in Plattsburgh, NY, is seeking a full-time Librarian I. The position offers an exciting opportunity to work collaboratively with library directors and staff to improve public library services to children and teens, help increase literacy, and grow into a leadership role in the field of youth services. The three county library system, consisting of 30 libraries, 3 reading centers and a bookmobile, serves a population of approx. 160, 000 in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains and Lake Champlain region. This is a classified position, subject to Civil Service Continuous Recruitment examination. Residency has been waived for this examination, although preference will be given to residents of Clinton, Essex or Franklin counties. Review of applications begins August 15 and continues until position is filled. The full description of the position can be seen on the Clinton County Civil Service web site at: http://www.clintoncountygov.com

Applicant must be available to travel to CEFLS member libraries or other locations as necessary. Minimum qualifications: Possession of an ALA accredited MLS degree and expressed interest in children’s and youth services. Must have or obtain the New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate before employment begins. http://www.nysl.nysed.gov/libdev/cert/plcert.htm

Successful candidate must have strong commitment to public service, literacy and reading.

Submit Cover Letter, Resume, names of three references and Clinton County Civil Service application form to: Ewa Jankowska, Director, Clinton Essex Franklin Library System, 33 Oak Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Email:ejankowska@cefls.org

Posted August 5, 2008

Job Posting # 08-255 Military Archives Intern (paid)

Job Summary: The New York State Military Museum and Veteran’s Research Center seeks a part-time Archives Intern to perform various procedures related to the museum’s archival and records management programs. This is a 150 hour internship with flexible (but no weekend or evening) hours. This position pays $12.50 per hour.

Essential Functions: Primary responsibilities include arranging and describing archival collections and creating appropriate finding aids.

Notes: The successful candidate will be enrolled in an area ALA-accredited library school. Required skills include the ability to lift heavy boxes, familiarity with Microsoft Office software, and a demonstrated attention to detail. Preferred skills include familiarity with the principles of archival management and relevant descriptive standards, as well as with library and archival databases.

Please submit a résumé, cover letter, and three references via e-mail to jgandy@nysmm.org.

The New York State Military Museum and Veteran’s Research Center is located at 61 Lake Avenue in Saratoga Springs, NY.

Posted August 1, 2008

Job Posting # 08-254 Project Archivist

PROJECT ARCHIVIST

Job Summary: The New York State Military Museum and Veteran’s Research Center seeks a part-time, temporary project archivist to arrange and describe the Kenneth H. Powers Collection. Hours are flexible during normal business hours.

Kenneth H. Powers was the regimental historian for the 69th Regiment, located in New York City. It comprises approximately 45 cubic feet of material. Many different types of media are represented.

Responsibilities and Duties:
1. Process, arrange, and describe the Kenneth Powers collection.
2. Create a finding aid for the collection.
3. Catalog the collection using InMagic.

Qualifications: MLS from an ALA accredited library institution and three years of professional experience in an archival setting (processing, arranging, describing, and providing reference for archival/manuscript collections) is required. Also a strong knowledge of descriptive standards, such as Dublin Core, MARC, AACR2, is necessary. Knowledge of military nomenclature is preferred.

Please submit a résumé, cover letter, salary requirements, and three references via e-mail to jgandy@nysmm.org.

The New York State Military Museum and Veteran’s Research Center is located at 61 Lake Avenue, Saratoga Springs, NY.

Posted August 1, 2008

Job Posting # 08-248 Reference/Instruction Librarians

Berkeley College announces F/T positions available at the Newark and Woodbridge, NJ campus library's. These represent a new fiscal year position and relocation vacancy.

Responsibilities of the position include providing reference services that guide students, faculty and the college community in navigating and evaluating information; shares responsibility for building and maintaining print and media collections, serves as a subject specific liaison working with faculty to identify needs and promote library resources. Under the direction of the Coordinator of Information literacy Instruction, develops and delivers curriculum integrated instruction in the classroom, through Blackboard course participation and web-based self-help guides. Supervises and assists with circulation, ILL and other technical service tasks as needed to keep the library operating efficiently.

Requires a Master's Degree in a library or information science program.

Demonstrated knowledge of electronic resources and computer applications, interest in applying current and emerging technologies to library services, work schedule flexibility, the desire to teach information literacy skills in both classroom and point-of-need situations.

This position reports to the Campus Library Director. Requires reimbursed travel between campuses; day, evening and occasional Saturday hours.

Berkeley College fosters and fiscally supports professional development through participation in professional membership organizations, conferences, and workshops. Librarians have faculty status and work a 12 month academic calendar year with five weeks paid vacation plus Holidays.

Benefits include: 401K plan, contribution health, dental, vision and prescription coverage, discounts, life insurance, a voluntary healthy living program and more. Salary: commensurate with experience.

Voted one of the Best Places to Work in NJ - 2008, 2007, 2006, 2005. To find out more about Berkeley College visit: www.berkeleycollege.edu

If this position is of interest to you please submit a cover letter telling us why and include your resume. Finalists will be asked to demonstrate presentation style to a committee of college librarians.

Marlene Doty
Director, Library Services
Berkeley College of New York & New Jersey
E-mail: md@berkeleycollege.edu
Mail: Berkeley College, Att: Marlene Doty, 44 Rifle Camp Road, West Paterson, NJ 07424
Fax: 973-278-2242

No telephone calls please.

Posted July 23, 2008

Job Posting # 08-247 Assistant Librarian (Part-Time)

Part-time assistant librarian position for active reference environment available immediately. Duties include: providing reference services to students, faculty and community patrons in a highly networked environment; developing and implementing library instruction including web-based materials. This is a 19-20 hour/week position, including some morning, weeknight, and weekend hours per week, fall and spring semesters. During summer term this is a 10 – 14 hour position working evenings. The salary is $27.08 per hour. Master's degree in library science required.

Submissions accepted until position filled. For full consideration, application materials must be received by August 15, 2008. Send letter of interest, resume and the name, address, and phone number of three references to: Elizabeth A. Wood, Human Resources Officer, Broome Community College, P.O. Box 1017, Binghamton, New York 13902. BCC specifically invites and encourages applications from women and minorities. AA/EOE

Posted July 23, 2008

Job Posting # 08-245 Preservation Archivist

Reporting to the Head of the Barbara Goldsmith Preservation & Conservation Department, the Preservation Archivist manages the preservation program for NYU archives and special collections in consultation and coordination with the department head, curatorial staff, and the conservation librarian. The Preservation Archivist develops and maintains preservation policies and procedures for the archives and special collections; works with curators to identify preservation priorities; designs and executes preservation assessments and surveys; manages the workflow for preservation reformatting and mass deacidification. He/she plans, negotiates and manages preservation treatments with outside vendors; participates actively in the Library's Archivists' Toolkit initiative and its implementation; manages the environmental monitoring program; trains and supervises students, archive assistants, and other professional staff in proper storage and handling techniques for archives and special collections; acts as liaison for off-site and near- off-site collection storage locations; participates in the Library's emergency response plan; maintains emergency equipment and supplies; and helps train staff in emergency response procedures. The position requires collaboration with NYU's digital preservation and moving image and sound initiatives. For more information on the activities of the Preservation Department please visit our website: http://library.nyu.edu/preservation/

Archival Collections

The primary archives and special collections at NYU consist of The Fales Library, the Tamiment Library, Wagner Labor Archives, and the University Archives. The Fales Library comprises nearly 200,000 volumes, and over 10,000 linear feet of archive and manuscript materials. It houses the Fales collection of rare books and manuscripts in English and American literature, the Downtown Collection and other special collections.

The Tamiment Library and Robert F. Wagner Labor Archives form a unique, internationally-known center for scholarly research on Labor and the Left.

The primary focus is the complex relationship between trade unionism and progressive politics. Archival, print, photograph, film, and oral history collections describe the history of the labor movement and how it related to the broader struggle for economic, social, and political change. Tamiment is also the repository for the Archives of Irish America, the Abraham Lincoln Brigade Archives, and a growing Asian American labor collection.

The New York University Archives serves as the final repository for the historical records of NYU. Its primary purpose is to document the history of the University, founded in 1831, and to provide source material for administrators, faculty, students, alumni, and other members of the University community, as well as scholars, authors, and other interested persons who seek to evaluate the impact of the University's activities on the history of American social, cultural, and intellectual development. It is also rich in resources that document the history of Greenwich Village.

Qualifications: MLS or MA in history or related subject area and a certificate in archival management; demonstrated professional accomplishments and a minimum of two years professional working experience in archives and special collections; knowledge of current preservation methods and standards for archives required. The candidate must have experience in developing, designing and carrying out condition surveys and assessments and have some familiarity with current moving image, sound and digital preservation practices at the national and international level.

Knowledge of current developments within the archives, special collections and preservation professions is expected. He/she must work collegially with a wide range of staff; possess excellent written and oral communication skills; show a commitment to professional issues demonstrated through strong interest in local or national committee work, research, or publication.

Other requirements include: strong project management and analytic skills and problem solving abilities; knowledge of and experience with MARC/EAD and DACS; and a minimum of two years experience supervising staff. Preferred candidates will also be familiar with XML, MODS, METS and proficient in web-based technology.

Salary and benefits: NYU offers an attractive benefits package. Salary is commensurate with experience and background. Please send a letter and resume

to: Janet Koztowski, Director, Human Resources, NYU Libraries, 70 Washington Square South, New York, NY 10012, or email: jobs@library.nyu.edu

NYU is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Posted: July 21, 2008

Job Posting # 08-242 Director

The Board of Trustees of the Great Neck Library, located on the North Shore of Long Island, New York, seeks a proven administrator and dynamic leader as its next director. Great Neck Library is an association library consisting of a main building and three branch facilities serving an increasingly diverse suburban population of 40,000. With a staff of 150 (92 FTEs) and an annual budget of $8.2 million, the Library loans 700,000+ items a year and offers unique components, valuable resources, and outstanding community programming and services.

Responsibilities. The Director reports to an elected, seven-member Board of Trustees and will collaborate with Board, staff and community to provide leadership in developing and implementing a shared vision for the Library’s service program and facilities. Responsibilities/challenges include: moving a new renovation/expansion plan through a successful public referendum and completion; positioning the Library as an active participant in the cultural life of the community; leading staff development to foster a consistent customer-focused environment; willingness to challenge the status quo and initiate change; and building and maintaining effective collaborations and partnerships. Additional details and information about the position, the Library and community can be found at Great Neck Links.

Qualifications. A master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited program; a minimum of eight years of progressively responsible public library experience; and at least five years of experience as a director (or an assistant or associate director in a library comparable to Great Neck). Essential skills and attributes include: prior success in working with a governing board; superior written and oral communications ability; strong interpersonal skills; strategic planning experience; energy, creativity and enthusiasm; knowledge of current trends and “best practices” for library services; and strong collaboration and consensus-building skills. An advanced degree in management or public administration is preferred.

Compensation. Starting salary range $120,000-140,000 (placement dependent upon experience and qualifications) with an excellent fringe benefits package.

To Apply Or Obtain Further Information. Contact Dan Bradbury, Gossage Sager Associates, danbradbury@gossagesager.com or 816.531.2468. The closing date for applications is September 26, 2008. To apply, send a cover letter and current resume as attachments to: danbradbury@gossagesager.com.

Jobeth Bradbury
Gossage Sager Associates
4545 Wornall Road, Ste. 805
Kansas City, MO 64111
816.531.2468 Phone/Fax
816.803.7087 Cell
www.gossagesager.com

Posted: July 21, 2008