The Smithsonian Institution Libraries (SIL) has an opening for a Metadata Librarian at a minimum starting salary of $55,706 per year (Federal grade GS-11).  Headquartered on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., SIL serves the Smithsonian Institution, the world’s largest museum complex, with holdings of 1.5 million books, manuscripts, and other materials in 20 libraries throughout the Institution.

DUTIES:  Incumbent creates descriptive metadata based on user needs and cataloging principles and of non-MARC metadata schemas/standards such as Dublin Core, XML, METS, MODS, or MADS or exchange protocols such as OAI.  Contributes MARC cataloging to OCLC and the Smithsonian Institution Research Information System (SIRIS) using LCSH and LC Classification.  Uses promising new metadata/cataloging tools or technologies, and develops strategies for integrating new technologies and services into existing practices. Develops/modifies software tools to meet local metadata creating and conversion needs.  Provides metadata advice and support for digital asset management systems.  Participates in Smithsonian, national, and international discussions related to the harvesting or production of descriptive, administrative, technical, and structural metadata.  Establishes local policies, procedures, and guidelines for the harvesting/production of metadata.  Coordinates metadata production and trains support staff.  Establishes metadata evaluation and quality assurance procedures.  Maintains a central repository of information on current metadata standards as used at Smithsonian Libraries.  Provides specifications for outsourcing the production of metadata for digital resources.  Oversees the loading of vendor supplied metadata.  Analyzes metadata provided by external vendors to determine conversions and enhancements needed to support access.  Assists in preparation of grant proposals for digital projects.  Serves on SI or SIL committees or task forces.

The full vacancy announcement #08-AD-293853-JNT-SIL with instructions for applicants can be found at http://ohrweb.si.edu/d/vacancy/current/08-AD-293853-JNT-SIL.pdf as well as the USAJOBS website at http://www.usajobs.opm.gov (applicant must be U.S. citizen).  Information on careers at the Smithsonian Institution is available at the Smithsonian Institution Office of Human Resources website at http://www.si.edu/ohr/.  For further information, please call (202) 633-6370 (voice) or (202) 633-6409 (TTY); or email to vacancy.info@si.edu.

SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITY CARBONDALE
LIBRARY AFFAIRS

Title of Position:  Fine Arts Librarian
Appointment:  Assistant Professor, full-time, 12 month, continuing
(tenure track)
Available:  May 1, 2008
Environment: The library services of Southern Illinois University
Carbondale (SIUC) are centralized in Morris Library. The Library holds
more than 2.5 million volumes, 3.6 million microform units, over 30,000
current periodicals and serials, and a wide-range of electronic
resources and databases. As the campus center for access to academic
information and collaborative academic technology projects, the Library
provides assistive services including reference, instructional and
technical support, distance learning, geographic information systems
(GIS), and multimedia courseware development. Morris Library is a member
of the Association of Research Libraries and the Greater Western Library
Alliance. Librarians at SIUC are faculty and are covered by collective
bargaining. In January 2006, the Library began an extensive and complete
renovation and expansion of Morris Library, which represents the largest
capital construction project in the history of the University.
Additional information about SIUC and Library Affairs is available on
the World Wide Web (http://www.lib.siu.edu).

Responsibilities:  Under the general direction of the Head of Reference
Services, the Fine Arts Librarian provides reference, instruction, and
library services to the University community.  Responsibilities include:
*    Assisting patrons at the Information Desk with research and
reference questions, including limited nights and weekends; helping
patrons to identify and locate library materials and resources using
both print and electronic resources – in person, via email, or online.
*    Teaching the general use of the Library’s resources and
technology as appropriate.
*    Serving as the subject specialist and liaison to departments in
the Fine and Performing Arts and other appropriate academic departments;
providing formal and informal instruction in library usage for these
departments; assisting with subject-specific research queries in areas
of expertise.
*    Participate in the library’s scholarly communication
initiatives, including the population of the Institutional Repository.
*    Maintaining service contributions to Library Affairs, the
University, and the profession.
*    Continuing to develop in librarianship and subject specialty
through research contributions, conference and/or workshop attendance,
and other educational activities.
*    Performing other appropriate duties.

Required Qualifications:
*    ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library Science.  (Candidates
are expected to have completed all requirements for this degree before
the date of appointment.  If all requirements have not been completed, a
one-year term appointment at the rank of Instructor at a lower salary
will be offered.)
*    Familiarity with reference sources in an academic library.
*    Demonstrated skills in instruction and development of effective
teaching materials.
*    Knowledge of or coursework in one of the Fine or Performing
Arts.
*    Working knowledge of a wide variety of information technology
applications and proficiency in the use of general and subject-specific
print and electronic reference resources.
*    Demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills, both
oral and written.
*    Ability to organize work and meet deadlines.
*    Interest and potential to meet established Library Affairs
criteria for promotion and tenure, including professional service and
published research.

Preferred Qualifications:
*    A degree (bachelor’s or above) in one of the Fine or Performing
Arts.
*    Experience in providing reference service (including web-based
services), library instruction, and library web development in an
academic library.
*    Fluency in Spanish.

Salary:  Competitive, $41,000 minimum
Deadline for Application:  February 8, 2008, or until filled

Application: Submit a letter of application stating qualifications and
background for this position, a resume, and names, addresses, telephone
numbers, and e-mail addresses (if available) of three professional
references. References may be contacted by Morris Library and asked to
comment on your experience and qualifications for this position. All
materials should be addressed to:
Sherry Elders, Personnel Coordinator
Library Affairs
Mail Code 6632
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
605 Agriculture Drive
Carbondale, IL 62901
Telephone: 618-453-1458
E-mail: apply@lib.siu.edu

SIUC is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer that strives to
enhance its ability to develop a diverse faculty and staff and to
increase its potential to serve a diverse student population. All
applications are welcomed and encouraged and will receive consideration.

Manage library acquisitions and inter-library loan functions

Duties include:
Process requests for book orders from curatorial and library staff using established book vendors; create order records in Sirsi Workflows (the library’s online acquisitions module); receive and accession gifts; process ILL requests on OCLC FirstSearch; manage all library accounts and assist Head Librarian with annual budget; supervise library volunteers; perform reference desk duties as assigned.

Requirements:
4-year college degree, preferably in art history or related field
Experience with library databases
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Excellent organizational skills
1+ years of library experience preferred

To apply please email your resume with a brief cover letter to Alexis Curry: acurry@lacma.org

The Mr. and Mrs. Allan C. Balch Art Research Library maintains an extensive research-level collection of approximately 175,000 books, journals, and periodicals. This noncirculating collection consists of monographs on artists and specialized art subjects; art reference books; collection and exhibition catalogues of museums, galleries, and private collectors; scholarly periodicals in the field of art and related areas; current auction catalogues; artist files; and material in related fields of study.

Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute seeks candidates for a two-year, full-time position of Project Librarian to oversee a program to barcode the collection, apply RFID tags, reconcile records in the online catalog, as well as to enhance the catalog by acquiring authority review services and table-of-contents information.  The Project Librarian reports to the Collections Management Librarian.

Primary responsibilities include preparation of project documentation, procedural manual, and recruitment and supervision of a Project Cataloger and a workforce appropriate to apply barcodes and tags to a collection of over 200,000 volumes within budgetary restraints.  The Project Librarian will work with selected vendors to produce smart barcodes, RFID tags, authority review and table-of-contents information and will maintain efficient workflow throughout the project.  The Project Manager will also assist in the implementation of circulations and self-check stations.

The successful candidate will possess a Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited library school with 2-3 years of professional experience, excellent project management skills, experience with OCLC, knowledge of  MARC, AACR2, LCSH, LC classification, and standard authority control procedures, significant experience with integrated library systems, strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail, excellent communication skills and ability to work with diverse individuals at all levels.  Reading knowledge of a Western European language is desired.

For more information and application instructions please refer to our website at www.clarkart.edu/hr.

The Museum of Photographic Arts (MoPA) seeks an energetic and detail oriented individual with strong organizational skills for the position of Temporary Library Assistant. The Temporary Library Assistant will maintain the museum’s photography research library for the period of January 2007-January 2008, after which the position may become permanent.

Chief responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

•Maintaining all library collections, including vertical files, archives, slide and serials collections
•Assisting Museum staff and visiting researchers with the selection, organization and interpretation of library materials
•Maintaining library catalog utilizing bibliographic standards and authorities
•Copy cataloging library materials, processing new periodicals, and labeling and shelving all items
•Administrative duties including composing, editing, and distributing reports, memoranda, and correspondence
•Maintaining library stacks neatly and in good order
•Participating in internal meetings to coordinate the library’s goals and objectives with those of the Museum
•Establishing and maintaining good rapport with current and potential library Patrons
•Providing input on library policies, goals and planning
•Supervising volunteers and interns as necessary

Qualifications:
Strong verbal and writing skills, the ability to work both independently and as a member of a team, leadership ability, flexibility, professionalism, and enthusiasm are required.

•BA in Photography or related Fine Arts
•Completed MLS Coursework or enrolled in an accredited School of Library and Information Science
•Familiarity with photography, photographic terms, and formats
•Experience with copy cataloging and processing library materials
•Experience and enthusiasm for providing reference services, and ability to utilize both traditional and electronic format resources
•Working knowledge of MARC format, AACR2 cataloging rules, LCSH, and Library of Congress classification
•Experience with automated library systems
•Computer skills required, including knowledge of Microsoft Office and the Internet

This job description is intended as a guide to the general job responsibilities and is not inclusive of every duty the employee is expected to perform.

MoPA is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Application Information:Please, no calls. Fax, email or mail resume to: Attn: Holland Kessinger Museum of Photographic Arts, Dubois Library 1649 El Prado San Diego, California 92101 fax: 619-238-8777 library@mopa.org

Wichita Public Library has an immediate opening for a customer service-minded Reference Librarian with strong interpersonal skills. Candidates for this position must have a thorough knowledge of current reference resources with emphasis on fine arts subjects. This position is assigned to the Art, Music and Video Section within the Reference Division and reports to the Art, Music and Video Section Manager.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Reference services in art, music, and video subjects; media collection development for the Wichita Public Library system; and participation in system projects and teams. The successful candidate must be able to communicate clearly and concisely with diverse customers and provide prompt, accurate reference service.

Some evening and weekend hours are required.

Requires: MLS from an ALA accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications: Subject expertise in art, music or film subjects, and experience working with library automation, electronic resources and the Internet are strongly preferred. Residency within thirty minutes lawful driving time of the corporate limits of the City of Wichita will be required of the successful applicant.

Salary range: $34,326 – $59,254. Offers of employment will be made contingent upon passing a pre-employment drug screening and the satisfactory evaluation of a police records check.

The Wichita Public Library is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, which actively seeks and encourages applications from minority candidates.

Application Information:Applications must be submitted through the City of Wichita. Apply online at www.wichita.gov. Applications received before January 14, 2008 will receive first consideration.