VR/Media Librarian, California College of the Arts, San Francisco

California College of the Arts – VR/media librarian wanted

Position: The Media and Digital Assets Librarian serves the
information needs of students and faculty working in the media arts,
and assists users of digital art and design resources and related
technologies. The librarian oversees development and maintenance of
the media and visual resources collections and supervises staff in
these areas. Office on the San Francisco campus with presence at the
Oakland campus 3 or 4 days per month.
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Research and Program Coordinator: Center for the History of Collecting in America at The Frick Collection

* Background *
The Frick Collection is an art museum consisting of more than 1,100 works of art from the 13th to the 19th century, displayed in the intimate surroundings of the former home of Henry Clay Frick. The residence, with its furnishings and works of art, has been open to the public since 1935. It is one of the world’s most perfect museums; its sister research institution the Frick Art Reference Library is of equal distinction. The Frick Art Reference Library, one of the world’s leading centers for research in the history of art, was founded in 1920 by Miss Helen Clay Frick (1888-1984) to further the goals of “encouraging and developing the study of the fine arts and of advancing the general knowledge of ‘kindred subjects’.” The Library became a division of the The Frick Collection in 1984. The Center for the History of Collecting in America, housed in the Frick Art Reference Library, encompasses Academic, Scholars, Research, and Public programs.

* Job Summary *
Oversight of the research and data entry for online research tools, such as the Directory of Dealers’ and Collectors’ Archives. This involves researching sources of information; coordinating the gathering of information with the Center’s counterparts at institutions such as the Getty Research Institute, the Clark Art Institute and the Archives of American Art; supervising two part-time staff members who work primarily on researching and entering data for the Directory and possibly other online research tools yet to be developed. Working with the Center’s Director on coordinating public programs such as symposia and colloquia.
Administering the application and review process for fellowships granted by the Center. Occasional administrative duties relating to the academic programs shared by the Center and area colleges and universities.

* Qualifications *
1. MA in the History of Art required; PhD preferred.
2. Strong interest in the field of the history of collecting,
including aspects of cultural history that the field embraces.
3. Computer literacy in a Windows environment/Microsoft Office Suite.
4. Supervisory experience.
5. Excellent communications skills.

* Benefits in Employment with The Frick Collection and Frick Art Reference Library *
Full-time employees are eligible to participate in group life, health, and dental insurance plans. Employees contribute to the cost of their health insurance based on income level and the type of coverage they select. Other benefits include Short and Long Term Disability insurance, employee contributed tax deferred annuity, flexible spending plans for health, dependent care and commuting costs, generous pension plan with participation after one year of service/vesting after five years of service, 13 paid holidays, and accrual of 12 vacation days the first year of employment (25 days subsequent years).
All employees of the Frick Collection may access free or discounted admission to most of New York’s finest museums. Additionally, to help ensure the employment experience is enjoyable we provide employees and volunteers with an extremely affordable lunch in our employee dining room and a discount on Museum Shop purchases. The Frick Collection offers a beautiful and pleasant work setting and an excellent opportunity to appreciate some of the world’s finest works of art.

* Application Process: *
Please send resume and cover letter with salary requirements to: jobs@frick.org
Indicate the title of the position for which you are applying in the subject line of your email.
Inquiries without salary requirements will not be considered.

The Frick Collection is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Collection does not discriminate because of age, sex, religion, race, color, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other factor prohibited by law. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels. This description shall not be construed as a contract of any sort for a specific period of employment.

RLG Program Officer Openings

Two openings in RLG Programs have just been posted on the OCLC Website:

Program Officer https://jobs-oclc.icims.com/oclc_jobs/jobs/candidate/job.jsp?jobid=1268&mode=view

Senior Program Officer https://jobs-oclc.icims.com/oclc_jobs/jobs/candidate/job.jsp?jobid=1267&mode=view

From the job descriptions:

“Plans and executes programs and research projects that engage RLG Partners in collaboratively determining their future. Programs are designed based on a deep knowledge of the current trends and challenges facing cultural heritage institutions (libraries, archives, museums.) Participates in strategic planning and setting the work agenda for the division. Advises the VP, RLG Programs on matters relating to the RLG Programs division.  Position is in Mountain View, California.”

For more information about RLG Programs, please see http://www.rlg.org/en/page.php?Page_ID=2.

For a list of current Program Officers, please see http://www.rlg.org/en/page.php?Page_ID=17081.

Entry Level Digital Collections Librarian, Haverford, Pennsylvania

From LISjobs:

Posted 2/26/2007: Digital Collections Librarian, Haverford College Special Collections, Haverford, Pennsylvania

Start Date: On or after July 1, 2007

The Digital Collections Librarian is responsible for building and maintaining the Library’s collection of Digital Special Collections materials, including both analog-to-digital and born-digital materials from Special Collections (includes the Quaker Collection, Rare Books and Manuscripts, College Archives, and Fine Arts Collection). The librarian coordinates schedules with other Special Collections staff to provide reference and other services to faculty, staff, students, and off-campus researchers; participates in the Library’s instruction program; supervises student assistants; performs liaison functions with other Library staff and collections; and may have analog and digital collection development responsibilities in the general collections. As a member of the Special Collections staff of a small liberal arts college library, the Digital Collections Librarian develops and maintains ties with colleagues in College Information Resources (CIR) and at Bryn Mawr and Swarthmore Colleges. This entry-level position reports to the Coordinator for Special & Digital Collections. Read the rest of this entry »

Assistant Librarian, MOMA Library, NY

Assistant Librarian – Museum of Modern Art Library, New York, NY (Two years, Full-time) 

Provides reader services to Museum staff and the public, including reference, access, circulation, and referrals. Helps to implement orientations for staff, interns, and the public. Works closely with library staff to review and improve services. Keeps abreast of developments in relevant subject areas and art librarianship. Initiates and implements special projects.

Requirements: Graduate degree in Library Science required. Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Art History or relevant subject preferred. Previous art library experience. Public service experience preferred. Knowledge of modern and contemporary art (including any or all of the Museum’s curatorial areas). Familiarity with automated library systems and electronic resources. Strong interpersonal and written communication skills. Conversational fluency in one or more of the following foreign languages preferred: French, German, Korean, Japanese, or Chinese. Reading knowledge of foreign languages preferred.

Application information at http://moma.org/about_moma/employment/index.html

Instruction and Research Services Librarian, FL

The Ringling School of Art and Design seeks an Instruction and Research Services Librarian to fill a new position in the college’s library. This is a full-time appointment with faculty status to begin summer 2007.

The School is a private professional college in Sarasota, Florida, fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).

The preferred candidate will have experience planning and providing instruction and research services in a college or university library and will have an MLS and a degree in visual arts or art history.

For a detailed description of this position, please visit our website at www.ringling.edu/employment. Please submit letter of application, CV, copy of transcripts, and 3 reference contacts in MS Word or PDF format to librariansearch@ringling.edu. Review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To be assured full consideration, applications should be received by March 21, 2007.

An Equal Opportunity Employer