Eye to I: Visual Literacy Meets Information Literacy
Posted: May 31, 2007 Filed under: Academic Librarianship, ALA, Opportunities: Conferences 1 Comment »The ACRL Arts Section and Instruction Section invite you to visit the
Virtual Poster Sessions being offered in connection with their joint
program at ALA 2007 in Washington, D.C. The conference program, titled
“Eye to I: Visual Literacy Meets Information Literacy,” will explore the
relationship between these two sets of abilities. The poster sessions
and more information about the conference program can be found at:
http://eye2i.wordpress.com
The poster sessions offer practical approaches to teaching information
literacy and visual literacy, new ideas for integrating multiple
literacy skills into your instruction, and tips for collaborations that
connect information literacy, visual literacy, and student learning.
Visitors to the site are encouraged to submit comments in order to
engage in a dialogue with the presenters virtually.
We look forward to seeing you at the IS/AS conference program on Sunday,
June 24, 2007, 1:30-3:30pm, Renaissance Hotel, Grand Ballroom South.
Meghan Sitar
Instruction and Outreach Librarian
Library Instruction Services
University of Texas Libraries
The University of Texas at Austin
MoMA Curatorial Assistant for Prints and Illustrated Books, NY
Posted: May 31, 2007 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments OffSubject: MoMA Curatorial Assistant position open
Curatorial Assistant | Prints and Illustrated Books
The Museum of Modern Art
Assists curatorial staff in all areas including collections records, bibliographic and biographical records and files, research for exhibitions and publications, loans, and general curatorial inquiries. Performs work in relation to care of the collections and expediting arrangements for custodial, registration, and preparation work as required by the curators in the maintenance of the collection in gallery, study, and storage areas. Performs research for exhibitions including research on artists, periods, styles, etc., on specific works, on locations of works, on photograph sources, etc. Assists in arranging loans, catalogue preparation, as well as preparation of checklists and wall labels. Coordinates work within the Museum and without in such areas as conservation, photography, public information, matting and framing, construction, lighting, etc.
Researches and catalogues the Museum Collection and Archives under senior staff supervision and answers related inquiries from the public and scholars. Assists in the operation of departmental study centers. Keeps informed of current activity in the area of departmental interests through gallery and Museum visits, publications, etc. and conveys observations to the senior staff.
Requirements: Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Art History, with prior experience in or knowledge of a related field. Competency within area of departmental interests and with 20th Century art. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and other standard office procedures and equipment. Reading knowledge of one or more European languages.
Interested applicants should respond with a resume and letter of introduction to jobs@moma.org. Please include position title in the subject line. The Museum of Modern Art is an equal opportunity employer.
Open Collections: Exploring Online Cultural Resources, NY
Posted: May 31, 2007 Filed under: Opportunities: Conferences Comments OffOpen Collections: Exploring Online Cultural Resources
Monday, June 18, 9:45 a.m. – 3:45 p.m.
Presented with support from the Institute of Museum and Library Services
and the New York State Council on the Arts.
Registration fee: $12 (includes lunch)
Register online at http://www.movingimage.us/open or call 718-784-4520.
In fewer than fifteen years, the Internet has become an everyday,
indispensable aspect of life, work, and learning, radically changing the
way we access information. Presenting museum collections online, once a
novelty, has become a necessity. Cultural organizations face an array of
choices about how to represent their collections and how to help users
interpret them.
How can institutions build accessible online collections while
simultaneously meeting internal digitization needs? How can standards of
quality be maintained as technologies and users change? What steps can
these organizations take now to ensure that their intended audiences can
find and use their collections in the future? For scholars, what are the
long-term implications of this proliferation of online resources?
On June 18, Moving Image will sponsor a daylong symposium devoted to
these questions. In a series of three panels, experts in the field will
explore how online cultural resources, especially those composed of
primary-source materials, are planned, developed, and used. The
symposium will bring museum and library professionals together with
information-technology experts and scholars to confront issues that
involve them all. Panelists and moderators include professionals from
leading cultural and academic institutions, including the Metropolitan
Museum of Art, the Guggenheim Museum, the Smithsonian Archives of
American Art, the Morgan Library and Museum, Yale University, and the
City University of New York.
Panel topics:
Humanities Research in the Digital Age
How are scholars, teachers, researchers, and students using online
humanities resources? A panel of professors who have proven themselves
adept researchers will discuss how they use these resources, how that
use has affected their work as scholars and educators, and how they’d
like these resources to evolve in order to better serve their needs.
Sharing What We Know: Creating Useful and Sustainable Digital Content
How are museums, libraries, and other cultural heritage institutions
creating and disseminating information online? How do we choose what to
make available? What software and standards can we, and should we, use?
How do we raise money for these projects? How useful are our online
collections and exhibitions for users?
Open-Source Culture
Emerging tools and technologies promise to allow museums, libraries, and
archives to efficiently and inexpensively enhance public access to their
collections. An expert panel will present an illustrated tour of
available and emerging tools and their benefits, costs, and impact.
Digital Archivist, Landor Associates, San Francisco
Posted: May 31, 2007 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments OffLandor Associates is the world’s most accomplished and internationally
recognized branding and design consultancy. Offering a multidisciplinary
range of brand strategy, design, naming, interactive, and research services,
we help our clients worldwide create, renew, and strengthen their brand
power.
Job Description:
Reporting to the Technology Supervisor, the Digital Archivist will
administer access and manage content for Landor San Francisco’s production
processes. The archivist will solicit and organize electronic files on
servers during active phases of projects; work closely with consultants,
designers and production artists to capture comprehensive electronic file
archives; and supplement/catalog the permanent disk (CD/DVDs) repository.
The Digital Archivist will fulfill requests for archives from staff,
freelancers, interns and clients. The archivist will also develop and refine
archiving practices, including use of digital asset management (DAM) tools
and databases. This position will also be responsible for archiving
separated employees workstation data, cataloging, storing and managing the
software and fonts libraries for the SF office.
The successful candidate will be an active advocate for the importance of
archiving within the company. The candidate must be able to communicate with
technical and non-technical associates as well as senior management
audiences. A supportive, approachable style and the ability to work in a
fast paced environment are critical.
Landor is a cross-platform environment including Macintosh OS X, Windows XP
and Windows servers.
Familiarity with metadata schemas and principles is required. Basic
knowledge of Canto Cumulus (or other DAM system), Adobe Creative Suite,
Microsoft Office and Filemaker Pro is expected. The candidate must be
familiar with CD/DVD burning and authoring technologies.
To apply, go to www.landor.com and click on the “Careers” tab.
Please apply online. Landor’s resume processing/logging system takes
approximately two weeks to complete. During that time, Landor will send
confirmation that your information is on file.
Booth Volunteers needed for Resume Review Service at ALA
Posted: May 31, 2007 Filed under: ALA, Opportunities: Conferences, Opportunities: Volunteer, Resumes Comments Off*Please excuse cross-posting.
Colleagues
The 2007 ALA Annual Conference in Washington, D.C. is coming very soon! NMRT Resume Review Service needs you! Please consider volunteering to greet participants.
Consult the current ALA 2007 Annual Conference Volunteer Booth Schedule [http://nmrtrrs.wikispaces.com/Annual2007Schedule] for available time slots.
Sign-up early and reserve your preferred time slots. The location of the booth will be in Hall E of the Convention Center in downtown Washington, D.C.
Once you’ve consulted the schedule and picked a preferred time to greet people, please e-mail Maureen Cropper at maureen.cropper@kctcs.edu.
See the RRS wiki at http://nmrtrrs.wikispaces.com/ for more information and email me at keoghkm@gmail.com if you have any questions.
–
Kristina Keogh
NMRT Resume Review Committee
Reference Librarian for the Arts
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA
Reference & Instruction Librarian – University of California, Berkeley
Posted: May 31, 2007 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments OffUniversity of California, Berkeley
Reference & Instruction Librarian (50% time)
Environmental Design Library
Hiring Range: Assistant Librarian III – Associate Librarian IV
$44,736 – $54,744 per annum, based on qualifications (full-time rate)
Under the general direction of the Head of the Environmental Design Library, this appointee will share responsibility for reference, bibliographic instruction and collection development. The incumbent shares with other Environmental Design Library reference staff scheduled reference service providing general and specialized reference service in architecture, landscape architecture, and city, regional, and environmental planning. In collaboration with the Architectural History and Planning and Landscape Librarians, develops and presents library instruction activities and resources, including Web documents. The incumbent will help develop and manage print and electronic collections in architectural design, building science, construction and the practice of architecture, and serve as liaison to faculty and graduate students in these areas.
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Stipends Available for CCAHA’s Architectural Records Symposium
Posted: May 31, 2007 Filed under: Opportunities: Events, Opportunities: Grants Comments OffReminder: The deadline is approaching for the submission of stipend applications for the Architectural Records Symposium: Managing and Preserving Design Records, presented by the Conservation Center for Art and Historic Artifacts. Information about the stipends and the short application process are listed below.
Additional program and registration information for the Architectural Records Symposium can be found on CCAHA’s web site at:
http://www.ccaha.org/workshop_cal.php
Stipend Information:
CCAHA is pleased to offer a limited number of stipends of up to $750 to help defray travel, lodging, and registration costs associated with attending Architectural Records Symposium: Managing and Preserving Design Records, which will be held on July 16 & 17, 2007 at the Chicago History Museum, Chicago, IL.
To be eligible, individuals must work in a non-profit institution that is open to the public with an annual operating budget of less than $500,000. In awarding the stipends, preference will be given to those applicants who are directly responsible for the care of the architectural records collected by their institution.
Stipend applications must be postmarked by:
June 5, 2007
Applicants must submit:
§ A one-page letter of interest that addresses their institution’s need for staff training in this area and their commitment to preserving architectural records
§ A brief institutional profile or brochure
§ A brief description of architectural records held by the institution
§ Proof of tax exempt status
§ A letter of support from Director or President of Board of Trustees
§ Applicant’s resume
Applicants will be notified of the status of their application four weeks prior to the program. For additional information on the application process, please call the Preservation Services Office at 215-545-0613.
Tufts Digital Collections and Archives Jobs, MA
Posted: May 30, 2007 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments OffApplications are now being accepted for two new professional positions
at Tufts University’s Digital Collections and Archives in Medford,
Massachusetts: Records Archivist and Digital Collections Specialist.
These are permanent positions, funded to start July 1, 2007.
Records Archivist
The Records Archivist plays a key role in the DCA’s records management
and archival processing activities. She/he has primary responsibility
for accessioning both physical and digital collection material and
facilitating the management of collection documentation files for the
DCA. With the University Records Manager (URM), the Records Archivist
assists in educating university offices about proper records management
and compliance with the University Records Policy. In consultation with
the Archivist for Reference and Collections (ARC), the Records Archivist
also processes university records collections according to departmental
standards, and researches and writes record creator histories.
Digital Collections Specialist
The Digital Collections Specialist plays a key role in the preparation
and management of the DCA’s digital collections. Digital Object creation
and management responsibilities include: digital capture of image, text,
audio, and video content; transformation of born digital objects;
generating derivative datastreams for objects; migrating objects to
current DCA standards; and assisting in the preparation of objects and
metadata for ingest to the TDR. Metadata creation and management
responsibilities include: cataloging objects in collections management
database according to departmental standards and best practices;
generating object metadata; generation of EAD finding aids; and
assisting in management of the collections management database. The
Digital Collections Specialist will also participate in departmental
work on new workflow development, new object types, and assist in
drafting procedures and other documentation.
About the Digital Collections and Archives
Digital Collections and Archives (DCA) is the steward of the
University’s permanently valuable records and collections created in any
format, ensuring their permanent preservation and accessibility. The DCA
supports the Tufts Digital Repository and Tufts Digital Library, the
University-wide Records Management Program, and the University Archives
and Manuscript Collections. As a central library, the DCA serves all
schools and divisions of the University. Working with the school
libraries and other stakeholders, the office sets the standards and
creates the procedures necessary to acquire, manage, and provide access
to digital material it collects.
For details on these opportunities go to:
You will be redirected to the HR recruiting center. Click on Search All
Jobs, and then do a keyword search for archives to find the full
descriptions and instructions on how to apply.
Please note that all applications must be received via the online system.
Scholarships Available for OLSSI
Posted: May 25, 2007 Filed under: Opportunities: Scholarships Comments OffThe Ohio Library Support Staff Institute
is offering scholarships for attendance at the
6 th Annual Ohio Library Support Staff Institute
August 5 7, 2007
at Shawnee State University
in Portsmouth, Ohio.
Three scholarships of $225 are available for first-time attendees.
All support staff of academic, public, school, and special libraries
are invited to apply at:
http://olssi.org/scholarship/scholarship.php
(The scholarship application deadline has been extended until June 22, 2007.)
Keynote Address by Neal Semel of Diversity Matters
Multiculturalism and Respect
Classes include:
3-Dimensional Picture Book Art: Movable & Pop-Up Books
Assault Prevention and Self-Defense
Basic Animation Techniques in PowerPoint Presentations
Book Repair
Creating Original Records in WorldCat
Creating Your Own Blog…Hands-on Training
Etiquette and Greetings Around the World
Multicultural Communications and Holidays in a Diverse World
Sexual Harassment: Working With Respect
The Elixir of Librarianship…Maps
What A Difference A Generation Makes
Yoga for Stressed Library Staff
This years grand prize is
an Amish Heartland Package for two
at the Inn at Honey Run
in beautiful Holmes county.
Registration IS NOW OPEN!
For more information and to register
visit us at:
Project Cataloger – Medieval and Renaissance Manuscripts Images Project, NY
Posted: May 24, 2007 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments OffProject Cataloger – Medieval and Renaissance Manuscripts Images Project
(Full-time)
The Morgan Library & Musem, New York, NY
Job Responsibilities
The Morgan Library & Museum invites applications for the position of
Project Cataloger for the Medieval and Renaissance Manuscripts Images
Project. This is a full-time temporary position, funded for 2 years as
part of the Morgan’s collaboration with the Index of Christian Art to
photograph, digitize, and describe all iconographical significant
illustrations in the Morgan’s collection of medieval and Renaissance
manuscripts. The Project Cataloger is responsible for processing and
loading records created by the Index of Christian Art into the Morgan’s
online catalog, CORSAIR, as well as revising these records to bring them
into conformity with the data standards used by the Morgan. The
cataloger also creates new records, based on published descriptions and
curatorial files, for images of manuscripts that fall outside the scope
of the Index of Christian Art project. This position will report to the
Head of Cataloging and Database Maintenance.
Qualifications
- MLS or MLS candidate with substantial experience working with special
collections
- Working knowledge of the MARC format and AACR2
- Background in Liberal Arts required; medieval history or literature
preferred
- Experience with online library system required; experience with
Voyager preferred
- Excellent organizational skills, accuracy, attention to detail
- Demonstrated skill with Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to work on a computer for extended periods of time
Compensation: Commensurate with experience; excellent benefit plan
To apply: Interested applicants should e-mail a cover letter with
salary requirements and resume to:
Human Resources
icacat@themorgan.org
Library Salary Database
Posted: May 23, 2007 Filed under: Advice: New Professionals, Salaries Comments OffGraduating students: There is a new resource, the Library Salary Database, which can help you in your job search. The Library Salary Database includes aggregated data from 10,631 actual salaries for six librarian positions in 1053 public and academic libraries. This source is available until the end of June for only $30 for a 30+ day subscription -
http://cs.ala.org/websurvey/salarysurvey/salarysurveyform/form.cfm
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links for 2007-05-23
Posted: May 23, 2007 Filed under: delicious Comments Off-
European Digital Library
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An online presentation containing more than 226,000 pages of public-domain newspapers from California, Florida, Kentucky, New York, Utah, Virginia and the District of Columbia published between 1900 and 1910.
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an online multimedia catalog of materials documenting Jewish culture and history from across the globe
Senior Library Associate – Univ. of Cincinnati’s DAAP
Posted: May 23, 2007 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments OffThe DAAP Library will have job opening as of August 1st. The job is our Senior Library Associate – responsible for circulation/student assistants and general reference. This is a great job for someone who is wanting supervisory library experience and wants to work in an art library. Our current staff member is retiring after over 34 years – so that is a testimonial that the job is worth keeping! We are anxious to find someone with a love of art and design, students, and learning! If you have any recommendations, please spread the word or direct individuals to contact me.
Sincerely,
Jane A. Carlin
513-556-1319
(PS – I will be out of town from June 13 to July 17 so if you do have any recommendations the sooner they contact me, the better!) Thanks so
much)
Instruction and Outreach Librarian – Cleveland Museum of Art (Ingalls Library)
Posted: May 18, 2007 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments OffDUTIES:
Reporting to the Associate Librarian for Reader and Circulation Services, creates and implements resource training, programming, outreach initiatives and provides reference service by performing the following duties:
- Create, organize and implement appropriate training for all users (CMA staff, CMA/CRWU Joint Program participants, scholars, museum members, public and other researchers), including, but not limited to, group training, individual training and customized training
- Keeps all users apprised of new resources and changes to existing resources
- Works with museum departments and outside institutions to determine service/instruction and programming needs
- Creates and implements programming which utilizes the library and archives collections to attract viable new audiences
- Creates and implements programming to expand member benefits
- Provides reference services to users
- Manages the Library on Wednesday evenings during academic year as assigned
- Prepares annual and statistical reports as requested
- Maintains proficiency in relevant functions of the Aleph system and other electronic resources used in providing reference services
- Oversees organization of book sale
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Art History and Masters’ degree in library science (M.L.S.)
- Two to three years related experience and /or training
Please submit a resume, cover letter and three references NO LATER THAN JULY 1, 2007 to:
The Cleveland Museum of Art
Human Resources Department
11150 East Blvd.
Cleveland, OH 44106
Resume, cover letter and three references may also be sent to: resume@clevelandart.org
Reference Coordinator & Public Services Librarian – MIT
Posted: May 18, 2007 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments OffFull vacancy announcement with complete list of qualifications at: http://libraries.mit.edu/about/jobs.html.
Provides leadership of reference services provided by Rotch Library for Architecture and Planning. Oversees and participates in full array of comprehensive services and reference activities. Serves as liaison to Urban Studies, Urban Planning and/or Real Estate, and develops resources and services in these areas. Works with Head of GIS services in assisting users with spatially related research, primarily using ESRI software, and connecting users to relevant GIS and data resources. Contributes to local and system-wide instruction and training programs. Depending on experience, will immediately or eventually assume supervisory responsibility for Circulation Supervisor.
Qualifications: Required – ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS; one year professional experience in an academic or research organization; ability to work effectively with and understand information needs of faculty, students, and staff; demonstrated skill in providing reference and research assistance – preferably in urban planning or related disciplines; working knowledge of or successful coursework using GIS; excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; experience or demonstrated potential in effective leadership, coordination, and supervision of staff; high degree of computer literacy, ability to learn new software and technology to utilize in library service delivery; flexibility and ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a dynamic and rapidly changing environment; awareness of current trends in the field of librarianship and commitment to professional contribution.
Hiring Salary: $44,000 minimum. Actual salary and appointment level will depend on qualifications and experience.
Application review begins immediately. Send cover letter, resume, and contact information for three references to resumes-lib@mit.edu.
MIT offers excellent benefits including a choice of health and retirement plans, a dental plan, tuition assistance and a relocation allowance. The Libraries affords a flexible and collegial working environment and fosters professional growth of its staff with management training and travel funding for professional meetings.
MIT is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community and particularly encourages applications from qualified women and ethnic minority candidates.
Librarian – Art Institute of Boston at Lesley University
Posted: May 16, 2007 Filed under: Opportunities: Job Postings Comments OffLesley University seeks a dynamic and creative librarian to lead the Art Institute of Boston at Lesley University library. The ability to articulate and implement an innovative, flexible vision for library services in an art school environment is a key attribute for the successful candidate. more
Going to ALA’s Annual Conference? We’d Like to Talk to You :)
Posted: May 16, 2007 Filed under: ALA, Opportunities: Conferences, Opportunities: Volunteer 5 Comments »In preparing for a next-gen OPAC proposal, Megan Macken & myself are looking for resources to tap.
If you’re going to this year’s annual ALA conference in Washington, DC, we’d like you to check out any sessions that would shed some more light on next-gen OPACs & their users. There is one program in particular that would be of interest -
1. Saturday (June 23rd), 1:30-2:30
Transforming Your Library, and Your Library’s Future, with Technology
ALA GOVERNANCE
Track: Transformation & Innovations
Technology can transform your library and its services, as it is transforming the lives of your patrons. From do-it-now technology improvements to next-generation implementations, from software to SOPACs, from in-your-face competition to over-the-horizon transformations, three accomplished experts will instruct, enlighten and challenge you to use technology to make your library more relevant to your patrons — today and tomorrow.
Speakers: Alan Kirk Gray, co-Chair, Darien (CT) Library; John Blyberg, co-Chair, Ann Arbor District Library, MI; Lori Ayre, The Galecia Group; Casey Bisson, Plymouth State University, NY; Roy Tennant, California Digital Library
Also, the Digital Information & Technologies track seems very next-gen oriented.
There are also sessions like “Building the Next Generation Public Library Web Site with Drupal” that do not fall under the afore mentioned track but seem possibly pertinent.
Finally, I’m willing to throw in a little incentive. Last year’s ALA conference was in New Orleans. I attended & shot quite a few pictures. I’ll print, frame, & send you a digital print of the Piazza D’Italia.
Please e-mail Bryan Loar at webmaster [at] arlisnap.org, if you are interested.
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