Art Librarian – University of California, Santa Barbara

The University of California, Santa Barbara is seeking a creative, innovative, energetic, self motivated, service oriented *Art Librarian*.

Reporting to the Head of the Arts Library, and working with the Head of Cataloging and Metadata Services, the Art Librarian has responsibility for reference, instruction, cataloging, and collection development for the History of Art and Architecture, Department of Art, and the Media Arts and Technology Program.  Scheduled reference services includes some evening and weekend hours.

The librarian collaborates with the Head of the Arts Library in collection development activities, including selection of information resources, preservation and weeding decisions, faculty liaison, and resources sharing. Responsible for development and maintenance of printed and web-based guides to information resources.  Performs some original cataloging of art materials in all formats and a variety of languages.  Hires, trains, supervise and evaluates library staff.

Participates in library committees and task forces.

Required Qualifications: ALA accredited MLS.  Academic background and/or
knowledge of Art, Art History, Architecture or related disciplines demonstrated through undergraduate or advance degree, coursework, or work experience.  Skills in supervision and management.  Demonstrated experience and strong commitment to public services, including providing user-centered information and reference services in person, electronically or by phone. Knowledge and experience in collection development and bibliographic instruction.  Demonstrated ability to work effectively with colleagues, faculty, students, and community users in a diverse multicultural environment.  Ability to work independently and collaboratively.  Demonstrated initiative and flexibility.  Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Preferred:  Knowledge of cataloging rules AACR2, USMARC formats, LCSH, metadata, and authority control.  Experience using the ExLibris Aleph online
system.  Working knowledge of modern Western European languages.  Knowledge
of basic HTML and web page design.

Salary commensurate with qualifications, minimum $49,404.  Consideration of
applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled; applications received by *May 16, 2008* will receive first consideration.

Send cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses, telephone numbers and
email addresses of three references to:

Detrice Bankhead
Associate University Librarian
Human Resources
Davidson Library
University of California
Santa Barbara, CA 93106-9010

Applications my also be sent via email to bankhead@library.ucsb.edu

Digital Imaging Assistant, San Leandro, CA

Digital Imaging Assistant

Two Cat Digital is a digital imaging consulting and production company
working with clients in museums, libraries and archives around the world.

Digital Imaging Assistant supports both sides of the business, but mostly
production.  Includes working with clients by phone and email (we are not
open to the public), inspecting incoming materials prior to digitization,
order preparation and write-up, scanning, quality checking, packaging and
shipping finished work.  Also general office and administrative tasks.

Successful candidate must demonstrate excellent visual acuity, color vision
and attention to detail, as well as good written and verbal communication
skills.  Most of the work is on Windows PC’s and experience with Microsoft
Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as Adobe Photoshop is required.

Job is 25 hours/week: Monday – Friday, 12:30pm to 5:30pm. Hours may increase
in the future.

We are located in an industrial park 4 miles south of the Oakland airport
and 3.5 miles from the San Leandro BART.  Convenient for bus or car.  Free
shuttle runs from BART during commute hours.

For more information, please contact:

Howard Brainen
TWO CAT DIGITAL INC.
14719 Catalina Street
San Leandro, CA  94577  USA
510-483-1220 x201
FAX 510-483-1293
howard AT twocatdigital DOT com
www.twocatdigital.com

PT Visual Resources Librarian – University of Wisconsin, Stout

Anticipated start date of August 4, 2008

The candidate will supervise general operation of the Visual Resources Center.  The candidate should demonstrate sensitivity to art and design aesthetics and critical thinking.  Excellence should be demonstrated by professional experience in the field of information management as well as in art history and/or art or design. Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues is essential.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D., M.A., M.S. or MFA in visual studies (art history or visual art or design studio) with coursework in library science or experience in management of university visual resources (slide library) or M.L.S./M.L.I.S. with coursework in Art, Design, or Art History
• Experience with electronic media, including database management
• Supervised or management experience in a visual resources collection

Screening begins 03/24/2008 and continues until the position is filled.

Please go to www.uwstout.edu/geninfo/empop.html  for responsibilities and complete application process.  AA/EEO/WM

Employment is contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.  A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant.