Career Opportunities at the Colorado State Library; Clemson University; Johns Hopkins University; Defiance College; and Georgia College
Supervisor I – Networking and Resource Sharing (NRS), Colorado State Library
“Broad Scope of Position: Position reports to the Assistant Commissioner of the Colorado State Library and manages the CVL state budget line item appropriation for library services and the budgeting and contractual arrangements for staff and vendor delivered products related to CVL services and programs. This position supervises five consultant, a systems administrator, a software developer, and one part-time support staff that is shared with Library Research Service.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
A. Direct operations of and supervision of four staff positions at the CDE and four contract employees charged with managing the State Library’s Colorado Virtual Library (CVL) programs as prescribed in 24- 90-301 (Part 3 Colorado computer information network), AskColorado virtual reference, SWIFT interlibrary loan, Colorado’s Historic Newspaper
Collection digitization program, the Plinkit library website hosting service, statewide online database
negotiations and licensing through Lynx, and related programs/service; develop and deliver presentation on all programs to diverse library and non-library audiences.
B. Advise the Assistant Commissioner of the Colorado State Library, other Library staff, committees, and library-related organizations on policies, issues,standards, strategic thinking, and best practices related to library technology, and develop
connections between NRS activities that meet CDE’s missions and goals.
C. Work with librarians and staff in school, public, academic, and special libraries to develop, implement, manage, and evaluate new and current Internet-based programs that focus on statewide collaboration.
D. Work with CDE, IMS, and CSL staff to develop, justify, and manage annual state budgets for NRS programs, including both general program plans and state-required technology plans and documentation…
Annual Salary Range: $85,500 – $91,200 plus benefits.
Application Procedure: Please email a completed Colorado Department of Education Employment Application, letter of interest, and resume to hr@cde.state.co.us. A confirmation will be sent out that HR has received your materials. If you do not receive a confirmation within 24 hours, please send an email to hr@cde.state.co.us.
To obtain a Colorado Department of Education Employment Application, visit our website at http://www.cde.state.co.us/cdemgmt/HR/jobs.htm
All materials submitted should be current and specifically address the qualifications for this position.
Hard copies of application materials and application materials sent via mail or fax will not be accepted.
“Clemson University Libraries seeks an … motivated professional to work with a team of … library faculty to envision and implement the library’s technology initiatives. Reporting to the Director, Office of Library Technology, the Head of Digital Scholarship will manage scholarly communications and copyright initiatives, lead institutional repository planning and outreach, and oversee digital production and data management strategies. This is a 12-month tenure-track position with faculty rank and status.
Requirements:
- ALA-accredited MLS degree or equivalent.
- Familiarity with issues related to scholarly communications, copyright, digital repositories, and metadata description.
- Experience in library technologies and applications.
- Project management experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Supervisory experience.
- Background in copyright law and/or rights management.
- Ability to collaborate with diverse groups and communicate ideas effectively.
- Evidence of, or potential for, professional and/or scholarly activity.
Salary and Benefits: Highly competitive salary and faculty rank based on the successful candidate’s qualifications and experience.
Application process: Prepare a letter of interest to the search committee directly addressing the requirements for the position, and attach a personal résumé and the names, email addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references. Submit the package electronically as a single attachment in MS word or PDF format to lizm@clemson.edu. Applications received by January 31, 2013 will be guaranteed consideration.”
“The Student Engagement and Information Skills Librarian plans, designs, implements, reviews, and assesses programs and services that foster the research needs of students, with an emphasis on undergraduates. Capitalizing upon the intersection of orientation, learning, and research support, the Academic Liaison Department recognizes a need to focus on creating effective and sustainable connections between the libraries and targeted undergraduate learning environments and communities. This position will incrementally and collaboratively build partnerships and programs that support student learning through positive engagement with students in both formal and informal settings, and explore ways to further integrate information and research skills across the curriculum. The incumbent also provides ongoing assessment and analysis of library instructional activities. Candidates with knowledge of student engagement, pedagogical practices, and assessment of student learning outcomes will be given the highest consideration…
Starting Salary: $52,634 – $59,000…
If you are interested in applying for employment with The Johns Hopkins University and require special assistance or accommodation during any part of the pre-employment process, please contact the Homewood HR Divisional Office at 410-516-7196. For TTY users, call via Maryland Relay or dial 711.”
Defiance College in NW Ohio invites applications and nominations for a Director of Library and Informational Resources. The position provides vision, strategy, leadership, and assessment of the Pilgrim Library. The Director is responsible for the acquisition and effective use of information resources and technologies that support learning and teaching. The successful candidate must have a master’s degree in library/information science. Preference will be given to candidates with knowledge of mature and emerging technologies applicable to libraries, teaching, and learning.
Send a letter of application that addresses the requirements and preferences of the position, resume, and contact information of four professional references to: Office of Academic Affairs at geichenberg@defiance.edu. Position start date is anticipated for June 2013. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. For more information, visit www.defiance.edu.
Georgia College seeks an energetic and innovative librarian for the position of Associate Director of Instruction & Research Services in the Library and Instructional Technology Center (LITC). Working in a dynamic, collegial environment, the person in this leadership position oversees reference, instruction, collection development, government documents, and provides input into the strategic direction and overall administration of the LITC. Please visit http://www.gcsujobs.com for more information and application instructions. Georgia College is the University System of Georgia’s designated liberal arts university and a member of the Council for Public Liberal Arts Colleges. Georgia College is an AA/EEO institution.
Review of applications will begin on February 18 and continue until the position is filled.
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