Special Collections Librarian – University of Maryland, Baltimore County (UMBC)

UMBC, an honors university in Maryland, seeks an innovative individual to be responsible for accession and record-keeping of Special Collections, except for archives and manuscripts, in coordination with the Collection Management and Bibliographic & Metadata Services units.
·        Manages digitization projects.
·        Supervises student assistants and student projects accomplished on desk duty, such as digitization and accessions processing.
·        Coordinates and develops the unit’s web pages in consultation with Special Collections.
·        Assists Chief Curator in the selection of materials, gift activities and development of traditional and electronic services.
·        Provides patron services and general reference services for Special Collections, including two evenings each month during spring and fall semesters.

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four year college or university.
ALA accredited MLS, concentration in special collections.
Knowledge of photographic special collections or history of photography.

Applications accepted until the position is filled.
For best consideration, please respond by February 12, 2007.
Minimum salary: $46,000.

For complete position responsibilities, full requirements and other information on the UMBC Library, or to apply, see www.umbc.edu/library “Employment Opportunities” section.

UMBC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

ARCHITECTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN LIBRARIAN, San Luis Obispo, CA

The Robert E. Kennedy Library at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo, seeks an energetic, collaborative, and flexible individual for the position of ARCHITECTURE AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN LIBRARIAN.

This position is responsible for liaison and outreach to the students, faculty, and staff in the College of Architecture and Environmental Design (CAED), customizing and delivering library and instructional services and solutions within the College.

CAED is the largest program of its type with seven degree programs in five closely related departments: Architecture, Architectural Engineering, City and Regional Planning, Construction Management, and Landscape Architecture.

This full-time tenure-track librarian position is available at the Assistant Librarian level, salary range $44,000-$51,000/year, or Senior Assistant Librarian level, salary range $52,000-65,000. Rank and salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Position open until filled; review of applications will begin February 15, 2007.

For application instructions, detailed job description and summary of duties, please visit www.calpolyjobs.org, and refer to requisition # 101161. Kennedy Library home page is www.lib.calpoly.edu.

Cal Poly is strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The University actively encourages applications and nominations of all qualified individuals. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Reference & Public Services Librarian – New York University: Institute of Fine Arts

New York University Libraries seek candidates with flexibility, creativity, and a strong customer service commitment to serve as Reference and Public Services Librarian for the Library of the Institute of Fine Arts, which includes the Stephen Chan Library of Fine Arts and the Conservation Center Library. Read the rest of this entry »

Art Curator/Registrar, O’Melveny & Myers LLP, LA

Art Curator/Registrar

With more than 1,000 lawyers in 13 offices worldwide, O’Melveny & Myers LLP helps industry leaders across a broad array of sectors manage the complex challenges of succeeding in the global economy. We are a values-driven law firm, guided by the principles of excellence, leadership, and citizenship. Our commitment to these values is reflected in our dedication to improving access to justice through pro bono work and championing initiatives that increase the diversity of the legal profession. Located in the heart of downtown Los Angeles, O’Melveny’s Los Angeles office is the firm’s largest office and home to more than 250 lawyers. We have an immediate opening for an Art Curator/Registrar to oversee the firm’s collection of over 2,900 photographs, graphic works on paper, paintings and sculptures. Read the rest of this entry »

COLLECTION INFORMATION MANAGER, Philadelphia Museum of Art

COLLECTION INFORMATION MANAGER

The Philadelphia Museum of Art is seeking an experienced professional to manage all aspects of Museum’s Collection Information project.    The Collection Information Manager is responsible for the quality, accuracy, depth, and standardization of collection information, including images, within TMS, our collection management system.   They will manage the electronic publishing of collection information on museum intranet, public website, and outside projects (e.g., ARTstor).  This position also manages day-to-day operation of the TMS application, including establishment of data entry procedures, testing and implementing software upgrades, and supervision of  staff.  Position requires an MA in art history; experience managing TMS, as well as supervising staff; knowledge of museum procedures, with 3-5 years experience in an art museum setting; understanding of emerging media, internet technology, and some knowledge of SQL; XML desired.

Cover letter and resume may be sent via fax to: Human Resources, 215.684.7977 or e-mailed: jobs@philamuseum.org. Please include salary requirement and JOB TITLE. Resumes sent electronically will not be considered without the job title in the subject line. No phone calls, please. EOE. www.philamuseum.org

Full-Time Cataloger, Art Center College of Design Library

The Art Center College of Design Library seeks a full-time cataloger with
the following qualifications:

Characteristics:
Energetic
Problem-solver
Creative
Excellent communication skills

Duties/Responsibilities:
Use Innovative Interfaces, OCLC Connexion Client, DDC, LCSH to catalog materials in both print and electronic formats, in a variety of subject areas, focusing on art and design. Perform both copy and original cataloging. Create authorities by individual downloads from OCLC or originally. Work to convert legacy non-OCLC/LCSH authorities to these forms.
Follow national standards of MARC 21, and AACR II and revisions, along with customized departmental standards. Develop policies and procedures.
Supervise one Book Processing Assistant.
Prepare book materials for bindery and process upon return.
Work collaboratively with Systems Administrator and other staff to improve access to database.
Establish policies for tracking and reordering lost materials.
Keep abreast of new cataloging policies and trends. Read the rest of this entry »