Cataloging and Digital Services Librarian, Kansas City

Kansas City Art Institute, a national leader in visual arts education, seeks applications for the full-time professional position of Cataloging and Digital Services Librarian.

The successful appointee will primarily oversee all cataloging and physical processing of books, serials, media and other collections, and supervise some staff and several student assistants. The librarian also works with other faculty and staff campus-wide to develop, promote and maintain digital learning resources, and oversees computer labs staffed by student assistants. Other duties include but are not limited to assisting students and faculty with research questions and providing instruction in the use of online resources.

A master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited institution and cataloging experience are required. Also required are strong computer/internet skills, demonstrated understanding of current trends and issues regarding digital collections and services, and the ability to prioritize and coordinate multiple projects. College level course work in art, design, and/or art history is strongly preferred.

Kansas City Art Institute is a four-year, private, independent and accredited college of art and design. Founded in 1885, the college is located in the cultural heart of metropolitan Kansas City, in immediate proximity to the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, and the H&R Block Artspace at Kansas City Art Institute. The college enrolls over 650 undergraduate students drawn from throughout the United States and several other countries. The faculty is comprised of nearly 50 practicing artists and scholars teaching full-time, and over 40 part-time lecturers. A strong visiting artists program complements the academic program.

This position is open until filled. Send or email letter of application to include minimum annual salary expectation, résumé, and a list of 3 professional references we may contact.

Kansas City Art Institute
Cataloging and Digital Services Librarian Search
c/o Human Resources
4415 Warwick Boulevard
Kansas City, MO 64111-1874
hr@kcai.edu

Kansas City Art Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer
HRO 12/03/2007

Architecture Librarian – University Libraries, University of Notre Dame

The University Libraries of Notre Dame seek an innovative and user focused librarian to lead its support for the School of Architecture.

RESPONSIBILITIES: : The Architecture Librarian develops, manages and evaluates the collections, staff, and services of the Architecture Library in Bond Hall. Staff include the branch supervisor who hires, trains, supervises and evaluates the other branch personnel, comprising 1.5 staff and eight student assistants. Selects materials to develop the architecture collection in support of the curricular and research interests of the School. Responsible for maintaining effective service environments, both physical and virtual, including reference and research consultation, library instruction, and liaison with Architecture faculty and students. Works with faculty and other campus groups to increase the library’s presence in new digital learning environments. Member of the Arts, Architecture and Media Department team, and reports to that department’s head.

QUALIFICATIONS: Candidates must have a Master’s degree from an ALA accredited library program and an academic background that includes architecture and/or art history. Reading knowledge of at least one modern European language is required; some Italian is highly desirable. Experience in providing support to faculty and students in reference/research consultation, developing collections, and/or supervising staff is desired. Must have excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, as well as the ability to serve as a member of a team and create a positive work environment. Must have a strong service orientation and knowledge of the use of emerging technologies in libraries.

SALARY AND BENEFITS: Salary and rank commensurate with experience and qualifications, with an entry-level minimum of $40,000. Librarians are non tenure track members of the faculty and earn 20 days of vacation annually, plus University holidays including the week between Christmas and New Year=s Day. The University offers an excellent benefits package

ENVIRONMENT: The University of Notre Dame is a highly selective national Catholic teaching and research university, located in northern Indiana ninety miles from Chicago. Approximately 8,200 undergraduates and 3,100 graduate students pursue a broad range of studies. The University Libraries house approximately 3 million volumes within the main Hesburgh Library and seven branch libraries and currently subscribe to nearly 17,000 serials; Architecture Library holds 33,000 volumes and subscribes to 100+ journals. The Libraries have a staff of 198 including 48 librarians..

APPLICATIONS: Electronic submission of application documents is strongly encouraged. To apply, send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of three references to:
Michelle Stenberg
Library Administrative Offices
221 Hesburgh Library
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame, IN 46556.
Stenberg.2@nd.edu

Application deadline: Initial review of applications will begin on January 15, 2008 and will continue until a successful candidate is chosen. The University of Notre Dame is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer strongly committed to diversity. We value qualified candidates who can bring to our community a variety of backgrounds.

Research Librarian for Visual Arts – University of California, Irvine Libraries

The University of California, Irvine Libraries seek a creative, knowledgeable, and user-oriented Research Librarian for Visual Arts to plan and deliver innovative reference and instruction services, and to develop and manage excellent electronic and print collections in Art History, Studio Art, and Film & Media Studies.

The Research Librarian for Visual Arts will provide liaison and outreach to faculty and students in the School of Humanities and the Claire Trevor School of the Arts. The School of Humanities offers undergraduate degrees in Art History and Film & Media Studies and these two departments jointly offer a Ph.D. in Visual Studies (http://www.humanities.uci.edu/visualstudies/). The Claire Trevor School of the Arts offers undergraduate and graduate degrees in Studio Art, as well as a minor in Digital Arts and a graduate degree in Arts, Computation, and Engineering. More information about the School and its programs can be found at: http://www.arts.uci.edu/.

The successful candidate for this position will be based in the Langson Library Reference Department and jointly supervised by the Head, Langson Library Reference Department and the Head, Collection Development Department.

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