F/T - Electronic Resources Librarian - Temple Univ (PA)

Electronic Resources Librarian

Job Number   TU-15475
Campus   Main Campus
Full/Part Time   Full
Date Posted (External)   06/29/2012
 
Job Qualifications: 
The Temple University Libraries seek a motivated, energetic individual to serve as Electronic Resources Librarian. Temple’s federated library system serves an urban research university with over 1,800 full-time faculty and a student body of 36,000 that is among the most diverse in the nation. For more information about Temple and Philadelphia, visit http://www.temple.edu. Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Education and Experience:
Master’s degree in Library Science (ALA accredited) and evidence of e-resource management experience in an academic library environment.

Required Skills and Abilities:
*Experience with electronic library resource management / knowledgebase systems, OpenURL linking technologies, or authentication mechanisms.
*Familiarity with e-resource acquisitions and licensing workflow.
*Experience configuring, managing, or trouble-shooting web-based library resources.
*Demonstrated analytical problem solving skills and initiative.
*Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Preferred:
*Experience negotiating licensing and pricing terms with publishers and other library vendors.
*Experience with Serials Solutions access management tools.
*Experience managing Ezproxy.
*Supervisory experience.

Compliance Statement: In the performance of their functions as detailed in the position description employees have an obligation to avoid ethical, legal, financial and other conflicts of interest to ensure that their actions and outside activities do not conflict with their primary employment responsibilities at the institution. Employees are also expected to understand and be in compliance with applicable laws, University and employment policies and regulations, including NCAA regulations for areas and departments which their essential functions cause them to interact.
 
To Apply:
See: https://hospats.adminsvc.temple.edu/CSS_External/CSSPage_JobDetail.ASP?T=20120630104416&

F/T - Global Records and Information Mgr -Vision Search Partners (NYC)

Global Records and Information Manager

This position is responsible for supporting the continued implementation of the Global Ethics & Compliance Records & Information Management (RIM) program.  The candidate should be hands-on in all aspects of the Records Management lifecycle.  

Responsibilities include:
Program implementation of policy, procedures, and standards
Partner and work closely with Legal, IT, Finance, Human Resources, Communications and other business functions to implement the RIM program worldwide, including providing direction on project work and assistance with localization in areas where appropriate
Implementation and maintenance of records management systems
Implementation and maintenance of records retention schedules
Maintenance of ESI data map
Maintenance of process to address legacy data
Assist and manage RIM related training
Liaison with IT on RIM technology projects
Administer and assist employees with physical records tracking system
Track and assist with facility relocations in relation to records
Implementation of the Global RIM program

Provide subject matter expertise to the Global Legal Organization and business colleagues with respect to electronic records, physical records, legacy data and best practices.
Implement and maintain records retention schedules.  This includes working with external vendors on the development of the schedules, managing translations of the schedules, working with the regions and local markets to implement the schedules, and tracking changes to the schedules.
Implement, maintain, and administer the legal hold system.  This includes implementation and of the system, providing support as a system admin, liaison with   the vendor and IT on any issues, and working with the lawyers to track and maintain the legal hold process.
Maintain the ESI data map by working with system owners.
Assist in the management of physical and electronic records.
Assist in maintaining the program's infrastructure, including working with records coordinators, tracking, training, and partnering with Legal, IT, Finance, Human Resources, Communications and other business functions to maintain this infrastructure.
Manage and update the RIM Intranet, this may include providing content or recommendations for the site.
Support any necessary development or revisions of RIM policies and procedures.
Office Vision Search Partners, LLC
Travel 0-10%
 
Education:
Bachelor's Degree
 
Job Requirements Qualifications 
Bachelor's degree or higher is required.
5 plus years of Records and Information Management experience 
CRM (Certified Records Manager) certification strongly preferred
Minimum 3 years experience in implementation or facilitation of a records and information management program, preferably in a global, corporate organization
Experience with electronic and physical records program policies, procedures and best practices
Work experience managing records and information management-related tools (software and/or web-based)
Familiarity with e-discovery
Ethics & Compliance program experience preferred
Sensitivity to multicultural dimensions and understanding of different learning and thinking styles.
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Strong organizational skills with high level of attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent judgment, discretion and ability to appropriately handle issues, privileged and confidential information, and highly sensitive documents
Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
Vendor management skills
Participation in MER, ARMA, AIIM or similar records and information management professional association is a plus



To Apply:
See: https://www.mrinetwork.jobs/ats/js_job_details.php?reqid=58772&utm_source=Indeed&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Indeed

F/T - Systems Librarian - ITHAKA (Princeton, NJ)

Systems Librarian (Portico)

ITHAKA
Princeton, NJ

Background
ITHAKA (www.ithaka.org) is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to helping the academic community use digital technology to preserve the scholarly record and to advance research and teaching in sustainable ways. ITHAKA provides innovative services that benefit higher education including JSTOR, Portico, and Ithaka S+R. ITHAKA is headquartered in New York, NY with additional offices in Ann Arbor, MI and Princeton, NJ.

Position Summary
Under the direction of the Archive Service Product Manager, the Systems Librarian will work to formulate, direct and implement the collection management and holdings research and development agenda.  The Systems Librarian will work closely with the Content Management systems team in specifying and designing holdings management software.

Primary Responsibilities                                  
 •Conduct original research, including the development of holdings and collection management tool sets;
•Identify and implement advanced machine learning and artificial intelligence algorithms and tools to assist in holdings and collection management;
•Work closely with all projects that work with content preserved in the Portico archive (e.g., be a technical contact for external organizations receiving copies of preserved content, develop tools to extract content from the archive, design tools to report on the status of the archive, etc.);
•Participate in standards review and peer review;
•Research, evaluate, and recommend solutions for complex technical problems;
•Research and evaluate new tools and technologies for integration with existing systems;
•Document procedures, research, and software implementations;
•Exercise good judgment in the interpretation and application of archival policies as implemented during architecture and software design;
•Support development staff and contractors in implementing requirements.
Qualifications
 •Five years experience in software development.
•Two years experience in development on Unix (Solaris) platforms.
•Knowledge of SQL, relational databases, and newer database technologies.
•Knowledge of data warehousing techniques and implementations.
•Knowledge of a wide variety of tools, programming languages, development environments, and operating systems.
•Familiarity with all phases of the software/product development life-cycle: requirements, design, coding, testing, deployment, and maintenance.
•Experience with structured documents and related technologies (XML, SGML, XSLT, HTML, DTD, and XML Schema), automated data conversion, and electronic publishing file formats.
•Familiarity with machine learning and artificial intelligence algorithms and software implementations.
•Strong problem solving skills.
•Excellent oral and written communication skills.
•Demonstrated ability to work well in a small team environment as well as a distributed team environment.
•Demonstrated ability to coordinate with external contractors.

Education
 •MS in Computer Science or related discipline, or equivalent.
Our benefits
 
*ITHAKA currently offers an extremely competitive benefit plan including:
•Choice of two medical plans, one at no cost to the employee
•Employer paid dental, vision, life insurance, and employee assistance programs
•Employer contributed pension with a 6 month vesting period…And much, much more
ITHAKA is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
*ITHAKA may make changes to its benefits from time to time.
See: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA2/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=ITHAKA&cws=1&rid=130

F/T - Acquisitions Librarian - CUNY (Staten Island, NY)

Acquisitions Librarian

The City University of New York (CUNY) is the nation's leading urban public university serving more than 480,000 students in a wide range of educational programs at 24 colleges and institutions in New York City.
Job ID: 6015
Regular/Temporary: Regular
GENERAL DUTIES: Performs teaching, research, and guidance duties in area(s) of expertise as noted below.  Shares responsibility for committee and department assignments, performing administrative, supervisory, and other functions as may be assigned.
CONTRACT TITLE: Assistant Professor
FLSA: Exempt
CAMPUS SPECIFIC INFORMATION: The College of Staten Island (CSI) is centrally located on a 204-acre, park-like campus, the largest in New York City. CSI is one of 11 senior colleges of The City University of New York (CUNY) and the only public college on Staten Island. The College offers over 80 undergraduate programs, 24 graduate programs and participates in a wide range of doctoral programs through the CUNY Graduate School and University Center. CSI enrolls approximately 14,000 students and employs more than 2,000 faculty and staff.
 
DESCRIPTION:
The Department of the Library, at the College of Staten Island, seeks applicants for appointment to a tenure-track faculty position as Assistant Professor - Acquisitions Librarian. This position is anticipated to begin in October 2012. The successful candidate will coordinate and manage the library acquisitions budget to acquire library materials in all formats, including print and electronic monographs, online databases, serials, multimedia, furniture, and supplies; track expenditures for all fund sources; and maintain and compile statistics for assessment surveys and quarterly budget reports. The Acquisitions Librarian will serve in a leadership role in collection development activities including assessment, selection, resource trials, and outreach to faculty; monitor long-term collection development commitments such as approval plans, serial subscriptions, patron-driven acquisitions, and electronic purchases vs. leasing programs. This individual will establish and maintain effective vendor relations and will serve as the liaison to the College's Purchasing and Accounts Payable departments. In addition, this position is responsible for working with the Office of Institutional Advancement to facilitate the receipt of gifts to the Library, including occasional off-campus review and collection of materials. The successful candidate is expected to provide reference and research assistance to library users and to pursue an active and productive academic agenda through scholarly publication, grant writing, and participation in professional conferences.

The Library's collection along with its high quality reference and instructional services offer students and faculty access to a wealth of information and resources that support the college's curriculum. The Library is located at the center of the south academic quadrangle of the campus, at the end of the Alumni Walk. For more information on the Department of the Library, please visit our website at: http://www.library.csi.cuny.edu/about.

The College of Staten Island is committed to a diverse work environment that reflects the multicultural makeup of our student body. The successful candidate will be committed to inclusion and excellence. The Search Committee is especially interested in candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching and/or service, to the diversity of the academic community. Women and applicants from traditionally underrepresented populations are strongly encouraged to apply.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 
Ph.D. degree in area(s) of expertise, or equivalent as noted below.  Also required are the ability to teach successfully, interest in productive scholarship or creative achievement, and ability to cooperate with others for the good of the institution.
OTHER QUALIFICATIONS: The ideal candidate will have a Master's in Library Science (MLS), Master's in Library Information Studies (MLIS), or closely related discipline. A second graduate degree in addition to the MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited library school is required for a position as Assistant Professor. Preference will be given to candidates with basic knowledge and experience in the evaluation and acquisition of standard financial practices (e.g. budget reconciliation, fiscal year budgeting). Applicants should demonstrate: knowledge of trends and services in academic libraries with proficiency in the use of acquisition modules of library management systems (i.e. Aleph, OCLC); strong presentation, interpersonal, and negotiating skills; experience working in an academic library; and the ability to work individually and as a team member in a dynamic environment on a variety of projects simultaneously.
COMPENSATION: $42,873 - $74,133; commensurate with qualifications.
BENEFITS: CUNY offers a comprehensive benefits package to employees and eligible dependents based on job title and classification. Employees are also offered pension and Tax-Deferred Savings Plans.  Part-time employees must meet a weekly or semester work hour criteria to be eligible for health benefits. Health benefits are also extended to retirees who meet the eligibility criteria.

HOW TO APPLY: 
To apply, please go to www.cuny.edu; select "Employment" - "Search Job Listings" - "More Options to Search for CUNY Jobs" - then enter the Job ID# 6015 in the "Job Opening ID" field.  In order to be considered for this position, applicants must submit a letter of application, current curriculum vitae, as well as the contact information for three professional references.
CLOSING DATE: Complete applications must be received by August 19, 2012.
JOB SEARCH CATEGORY: CUNY Job Posting: Faculty
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY: We are committed to enhancing our diverse academic community by actively encouraging people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply.  We take pride in our pluralistic community and continue to seek excellence through diversity and inclusion. EO/AA Employer.
See: http://careers.insidehighered.com/college-staten-island-city-university-new-york/acquisitions-librarian-assistant-professor/job/424319?utm_source=Indeed&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Indeed

F/T - Library Manager - Northampton Community College (Tannersville, PA)

Library Manager

Northampton Community College

Job Description
Full-time position at our Monroe Campus, located in Tannersville, PA. Responsible for oversight and day-to-day management of library operations, including reference services and information literacy instruction.
Performs general library circulation, exam proctoring, and reference duties; Schedules and supervises PT staff, delegates and coordinates assignments, and adjusts workflow as needed to ensure the library provides effective and efficient service to students, faculty, and staff; Demonstrated proficiency in supervision and teamwork, including coordinating and evaluating the work of staff.

Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited college required, as are 3-5 years recent experience, including experience with direct staff supervision (preferably in an academic setting). Proficiency in reference service, and electronic databases. Strong communication and planning skills necessary, as is ability to work effectively with students, faculty and staff.
Preferred Qualifications
Deadline for receipt of applications 07/13/2012
See: https://ncc.peopleadmin.com/postings/1151

F/T - Assoc Dir of Research and Instruction, Archives - Barnard College (NYC)

Associate Director of Research & Instruction, Archives

Description:
Under the direction of the Director of Research and Instructional Services (RIS), the Barnard College Associate Director of Research and Instructional Services, Archives will provide leadership, vision, planning and management for the Barnard College Archives. They will actively solicit, acquire, and appraise the archival records, alumnae papers, and other historical materials from administrative, departmental, and affiliated centers and units of the College. They will manage the day-to-day operations of the Archives, including the hiring, training, and supervising of professional and student staff, preparing reports, and administering an annual budget for preservation and supplies. They will develop policies and set long-term goals and priorities for preservation and access to digital content and develop and communicate policies and procedures for the use of materials housed in the Archives. The Archivist will serve as records manager for the College and is also a key member of the Research and Instruction team serving as a Personal Librarian to students and faculty in an assigned department or programs.

Qualifications:
The ideal candidate will have an ALA-accredited master’s degree in library and/or information science with a concentration in Archives; subject expertise in American Studies or History and advanced degree desirable. They must have a minimum of three years successful and increasing responsible experience in archives, including the supervision of staff. They should have strong leadership, interpersonal, planning, communication (written and oral), and organizational skills and be able to foster teamwork and collaborate with faculty, staff, and students. The candidate must have experience in soliciting, acquiring, organizing, cataloging, and maintaining manuscript collections and also a demonstrated expertise with current practices related to print, electronic, and other primary source materials.

To Apply:
Interested candidates should send a letter and resume to Employment Manager, Barnard College, 3009 Broadway, New York, NY 10027. FAX: 212-854-2454. Email: hr@barnard.edu. No telephone calls, please.

EOE
See: http://careers.insidehighered.com/barnard-college/associate-director-research-and-instruction-archives/job/424238?utm_source=Indeed&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Indeed

F/t - Director, Knowlege Management - DoE (NYC)

Director - Knowledge Management

Tracking Code 9091
Job Description
Note: Reimbursable Funded Position

Position Summary:  
The New York City Department of Education is the largest school system in the nation, with over 1.1 million students, approximately 135,000 employees, including almost 80,000 teachers and an annual budget of over $24.0B.  The Department of Education (DOE) is committed to creating a system of over 1,700 great schools.  Since its inception in 2003, the Children First agenda for New York’s schools has driven the Department’s work in adopting uniform, rigorous curricula for all schools, starting new small schools to increase educational options for students and transforming the structure and culture of the Department to encourage educational excellence and the work necessary to support that goal.

The Office of Innovation (iZone) works to foster innovation by creating the conditions in which schools and innovation partners can prototype, prove, and share innovative tools and practices that support student centered, authentic learning aligned to rigorous, real-world competencies and higher order thinking skills.  Helping schools adopt new, innovative practices involves significant learning and capacity building among school and network leaders and teachers.

The Director - Knowledge Management will be responsible for managing the development and implementation of an evidence-based strategy for managing research and communications strategies related to key iZone learnings. This assignment will entail full participation in the policy-decision making process as it relates to utilizing research material to inform and make progress decisions. Performs related work.

Reports to: Deputy Chief of Innovation

Direct Reports:  Director of Research and Evaluation, Research and Evaluation Analysts, Special Assistant – iZone Communications, and Knowledge Management Fellow.

Key Relationships:  Chief of Innovation, Deputy Chief of Innovation, iZone staff, including iZone program teams, Office of Communications and Media Relations, and other DOE and external offices, as needed.

Responsibilities:
 •Manage the development and implementation of an evidence-based strategy research and communications strategy for distribution of key iZone learnings.
 •Direct the development of materials, e.g., multi-media toolkits, white papers, and case studies that promote the adaptation or replication of successful iZone policies and strategies throughout schools in NYC, in the U.S and nationally.
 •Capture and create ways to share critical lessons learned and best practices emerging from the iZone school and district-level efforts that can inform future policy and practice. Participate in these policy decisions on an ongoing basis.
 •Oversee research and communications teams that together assess and share impacts made by the iZone.
 •Seek opportunities for sharing and learning from an international community of stakeholders, including researchers, practitioners and funders.
 •Serve as the focal point and primary contact, and provide expert advice, guidance, and recommendations to iZone staff in knowledge management processes and systems.
 •Survey, capture and strategically share new findings and innovations from within and outside of NYC that will benefit iZone schools.

Qualification Requirements:
Minimum

1.A master’s degree from an accredited college in a field related to the position and three (3) years of full-time progressively responsible professional experience in education administration in one (1) or more education-related areas, at least eighteen (18) months of which must have been in an managerial capacity; or
 2.Graduation from an accredited college with a baccalaureate degree and four (4) years of full-time progressively responsible professional experience, as described in “1”; or
 3.A satisfactory combination of education and/or experience which is equivalent to “1” or above including teaching experience towards meeting the general experience in “1” above; however, all candidates must have 18 months of managerial experience.

Preferred

 •Minimum of five (5) years of experience in marketing and/or communications.
 •Experience working with education policy, schools or school districts.
 •Strong presentation, facilitation and writing skills with an ability to communicate complex concepts to a wide ranging audience.
 •Strong analytical skills and experience in research design and evaluation.
 •Ability to manage critical partner relationships.
 •Understanding of which technologies can contribute to capturing, storing, exploring and sharing knowledge.
 •Proactive and independent leader.

Note: Reimbursable Funded Position

Salary: $81,000+

(Internal candidates who are selected for this position and who currently hold comparable or less senior positions within the DOE will not make less than their current salary.)

Please submit a resume and cover letter with your application.
Applications will be accepted through July 12, 2012.
 
To Apply: 
http://hostedjobs.openhire.com/epostings/submit.cfm?fuseaction=app.jobinfo&jobid=213087&company_id=15651&version=2&source=ONLINE&jobOwner=1001896&aid=1

NOTE: The filling of all positions is subject to budget availability and/or grant funding.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

It is the policy of the Department of Education of the City of New York to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship status, age, marital status, partnership status, disability, sexual orientation, gender (sex), military status, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as permitted by law), predisposing genetic characteristics, or status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual offenses and stalking, and to maintain an environment free of harassment on any of the above-noted grounds, including sexual harassment or retaliation.  Inquiries regarding compliance with this equal opportunity policy may be directed to: Office of Equal Opportunity, 65 Court Street, Room 923, Brooklyn, New York 11201, or visit the OEO website at http://schools.nyc.gov/OEO