Duties And Responsibilities

Working under the supervision of the Head of Collection Services, performs original cataloging for the Library’s photograph collections in the manuscript division. The Photograph Cataloger generally performs small batch or item-level cataloging in OLIVIA (Harvard’s centrally supported cataloging system for visual material), oversees the in-house digitization of photographs in the cataloging backlog, and ensures that both the cataloging and digital surrogates are loaded successfully into VIA (Harvard’s Visual Information Access database). The Photograph Cataloger may arrange and describe larger photograph collections, producing finding aids and cataloging records, and contributing these records to OASIS and HOLLIS, making information about the collections available both locally and internationally. The Photograph Cataloger is responsible for adhering to national and international descriptive standards as well as internal Harvard University Library standards. He or she may advise on and take part in preservation reformatting of the audiovisual collection, on the appropriate housing and storage of photographic material, on the appraisal of newly acquired collections, and on the appropriateness of reformatting or digitizing individual photograph collections.

Required Education, Experience and Skills

MLS with a concentration in management of photograph or archival collections; demonstrated skills in photograph cataloging, two years’ experience preferred; knowledge of LCSH, MARC format, and word processing skills; strong written, verbal, and listening skills; ability to work independently; familiarity with OLIVIA, XML and EAD and a degree in or knowledge of contemporary U.S. women’s history preferred.

Additional Web Position Listing

The Arthur and Elizabeth Schlesinger Library on the History of Women in America collects manuscripts, books, and other materials essential for understanding women’s lives and activities in the United States.

Required Screening

Harvard University requires pre-employment reference and background screening.

Harvard University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requisition Number  31941

The department of Libraries and Archives seeks an innovative, motivated and energetic librarian to oversee operations in the W. Van Alan Clark, Jr. Library at the School of the Museum of Fine Arts, Boston. The librarian will administer all SMFA library operations including reference services, bibliographic instruction and technical services. The Clark library is the departmental library for the SMFA and is under the direction of the head librarian of the Museum of Fine Arts libraries. Applicants must possess a Master’s degree in Library Science. A background in the fine arts and experience working with artists and art school faculty is highly desirable. The ideal candidate will possess experience and/or coursework in reference services and technical services as well as previous experience library experience. An interest in and a familiarity with existing and emerging technologies in the field of visual resources is also desirable. Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills are required. The librarian will work closely with SMFA faculty and administrators in developing new cooperative programs between the library and the SMFA community.

Class: Fulltime
Hours: 35/week
Schedule: Mon-Fri, 9am-5pm
Date Posted: 1/28/2008

Architecture and Instruction Librarian University of Virginia Library

The University of Virginia Library welcomes applications for the position of Architecture and Instruction Librarian in the Fiske Kimball Fine Arts Library (http://www.lib.virginia.edu/fine-arts/).  The Library is seeking a flexible, enthusiastic information professional who will cultivate and maintain effective relationships with users and encourage the development of instruction and collections appropriate to research and teaching in the arts.  The University and the Library have a strong commitment to achieving diversity among faculty and staff.

Responsibilities: Reporting to the Head of the Fiske Kimball Fine Arts Library, the Architecture and Instruction Librarian will:

• initiate, implement and conduct aggressive programs of instruction for and outreach to students, faculty, and researchers in the arts
• effectively assess and communicate customer needs to build user-centered services and collections—traditional and digital
• be responsible for collection management and liaison activities for the School of Architecture
• contribute to the evaluation and planning of services for the Fiske Kimball Fine Arts Library
• deliver information and research services in a team environment
• work with faculty to integrate information-seeking skills into the curriculum and design instruction in a variety of formats to meet the needs of diverse user groups
• actively pursue new developments in technology support for the arts disciplines

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in library or information science (preferred) or master’s degree in a related field required.
• Architecture and or art background, required
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, required
• Interest in developing innovative programs, services, and collections
• Strong service orientation
• Demonstrated organizational and analytical skills
• Familiarity with learning styles and ability to apply them in a library instruction setting
• Commitment to diversity and ability to work with diverse groups of users and staff.
• Demonstrated commitment to professional growth and development

Salary & Benefits:

Entry-level candidates are encouraged to apply.  Salary competitive, depending on qualifications.  This position has general faculty status with excellent benefits, including 22 days of vacation and TIAA/CREF and other retirement plans.  Review of applications will begin on January 28, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled.  Applicants must apply through the University of Virginia online employment website at https://jobs.virginia.edu/  Search by position number FP319, complete application, and attach cover letter and resume, with contact information for three current, professional references.  For assistance with this process contact Library Human Resources (434) 924-3081.

The University of Virginia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer strongly committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity.  The University actively encourages applications and nominations from members of underrepresented groups.

*PART TIME TECHNOLOGIST C*

Department: Library

Supervisor: Jana Duda

Days/Hours: 19 hrs/wk: As scheduled by the department.

*/Schedule subject to change based on the needs of the department./*

Salary: $27.12 per hour*//*

Effective: Immediately

* *

*Qualifications* Bachelor’s degree or completion of four years in an accredited post secondary institution of learning and two years of related experience or Associate’s degree or completion of two years in an accredited post secondary institution of learning and four years of related experience. A minimum of two years of experience must be in a server/client/networked environment (Mac OSX server, Windows server) and should include experience with image file formats and digitization methods, digital storage and archiving technologies and databases in both Mac and PC platforms. Must have a familiarity with image databases and their application and working knowledge of peripherals, including; scanners, digital cameras and printers. Ability to utilize various software packages including Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office Suite, FileMaker Pro, etc. Applicant must be proficient in PhotoShop and must be proficient in both Microsoft Windows and Apple Operating systems. Some course work in Art History, Photography and/or Fine Arts is desirable. Experience providing customer support in an IT environment, preferably in a college/university environment is highly desirable. Web development experience preferred. Must be able to troubleshoot computers/servers, scanners and photographic equipment. Must have knowledge of color calibration software and basic scanning and digital photography techniques. Must have ability to communicate instructions, techniques and be able to respond to basic questions regarding the use of software and hardware. Strong communication and organizational skills required. Must possess and demonstrate quality customer service skills and flexibility.

*DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES* Scan source materials (photographic prints, slides and other formats) from the College Art History slide library, Library Special Collections and other college departments for digital image database and networked delivery for teaching/study/research purposes. Integrate text and images in the digital databases within established guidelines to assure image and file-name consistency. Create digital masters and associated technical metadata based upon adopted guidelines. Process and optimize master images as necessary to create access and use derivatives. Perform quality control of digital images and perform image manipulations, color corrections and retouching as needed. Inventory and archive image files and associated records to CD/DVD for offline storage. Interact with campus IT to maintain and trouble shoot Window IIS server and backup servers. In consultation with supervisors, assist faculty with metadata creation and integration of digital technologies into their course work and with departments to researching new collections for inclusion and digitization. Partner with other institutions and vendors to host our digital images and metadata. Administrate rights, access and passwords. Handle special projects as assigned and assist as a back-up technician supporting the other members of Library IT and in the Graphics Lab.

This is a general description and is not to be construed as all-inclusive.

*TO APPLY *Qualified candidates from within the College who are interested in this position should file their application with Tamara Lam-Plattes, 236 West 27th Street, 11th floor, New York, New York 10001.

Title:
Project Librarian (2-year appointment)

Department:
Library

Job Summary:
The 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.

Essential Functions:
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 Librarian will also assist in the implementation of circulations and self-check stations.

Notes:
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.

Please submit a résumé, cover letter, salary requirements, and three references via e-mail to HumanResources@clarkart.edu or mail to:

Human Resources
Sterling and Francine Clark Art Institute
225 South Street
Williamstown, MA 01267

The Clark is an equal opportunity employer