Digital Initiatives and Systems Librarian/Coordinator

The University of the Arts University Libraries seeks an innovative, creative, and service-oriented individual to develop, implement, evaluate, and revise digital initiatives including the Libraries’ Web site and use of Web 2.0 tools, manage its electronic collections and services, and provide overall administrative support for the Libraries’ computer systems including its Innovative Interfaces, Inc. Millennium integrated library system and digital content management systems (MDID and CONTENTdm). The incumbent will also coordinate support of the Libraries’ electronic systems and activities with the University’s information technology department. Serves, with other librarians, as an advisor to the Director of University Libraries on overall library policies and services, specifically providing advice and expertise on emerging technological trends and developments in academic libraries. Reports to the Director of University Libraries.

Qualifications:  An ALA-accredited master’s degree in library and information science preferred. Will consider equivalent advanced academic qualification in information technology. At least one year experience managing an integrated library system, preferably the Innovative Interfaces, Inc. system, and/or experience managing a digital content management system. Demonstrated experience developing Web sites and Web 2.0 technologies for delivery of digital content and services. Working knowledge of metadata standards and Web authoring tools. Experience in higher education, preferably in an academic library setting with some reference responsibilities. Background and/or strong interest in the arts preferred.
Application Deadline:  Applications will be reviewed as received. For full consideration, please apply by May 30, 2008.

Interested applicants should send resume to: Digital Initiatives and Systems Librarian/Coordinator Search, Personnel Services Department, The University of the Arts, 320 South Broad St., Philadelphia, PA 19102 or email personnel@uarts.edu.

For more information, see the Digital Initiatives and Systems Library/Coordinator listing at http://www.uarts.edu/about/jobs.html. For information about the University, visit:  www.uarts.edu.
Excellent benefits. EOE

Educational Technology Associate (Arts) – Bowdoin College

Bowdoin College’s pioneering Information Technology Division (IT) supports technology-related faculty research, instructional programs, and the integration of technology campus-wide. Bowdoin IT staff are customer-service oriented while being technological innovators and energized about technology in education.

We are looking for a creative, dedicated, and skilled person to serve as the Educational Technology Associate, who will focus on supporting the Arts and be the campus resource for digital asset management.

The Educational Technology Associate will:

• Consult with faculty, staff, and students, particularly in the area of multimedia and digital images, on the appropriate use of technology for their teaching, scholarship, and creative work.

• Train and Support ArtSTOR (Offline Viewer), Luna Insight, Portfolio and other digital asset management software.

• Provide regular “third level” support on various multimedia software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite, Luna, Portfolio, ArtSTOR Offline Viewer, iMovie, Final Cut Pro, Flash) and hardware through extensive research and one-on-one training.

• Serve as a campus resource for the management of digital image assets.

• Actively monitor and learn about multimedia advances and trends, relating them to the Bowdoin community, and sharing Bowdoin successes with colleagues through conferences, articles, websites, etc.

• Lead educational technology projects and implement innovative ideas and solutions.

• Research, evaluate, select and implement software and hardware solutions for faculty and staff, in consultation with the client and other IT staff.

• Troubleshoot to resolve issues that may arise related to such software and hardware.

Please visit https://careers.bowdoin.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=50703 for the specific requirements and to apply for this position.

Bowdoin College is a highly selective liberal arts college on the Maine coast, with an array of outdoor recreational opportunities, and 25 miles from Portland, a vibrant community of artists.

Bowdoin College is committed to equality through affirmative action and is an equal opportunity employer.

Digital Projects Librarian, Los Angeles, CA

Digital Projects Librarian

June 1, 2008

Loyola Marymount University seeks a creative, enthusiastic candidate for the recently re-defined position of Digital Projects Librarian. This librarian will be responsible for coordinating and managing digital library projects, working closely with staff throughout the library.

Loyola Marymount, founded in 1911, is a comprehensive university in the mainstream of American Catholic higher education. Located on the west side of Los Angeles overlooking the Pacific Ocean, LMU is one of the nation’s 28 Jesuit colleges and universities and five Marymount institutions. It serves 5,400 undergraduates and over 2,500 graduate students in the Colleges/Schools of Liberal Arts, Science and Engineering, Business Administration, Communication and Fine Arts, Film and Television, Education, and Law. Loyola Marymount seeks professionally outstanding applicants who value its mission and share its commitment to academic excellence, the education of the whole person, and the building of a just society. LMU is an equal opportunity institution actively working to promote an intercultural learning community. The university recently broke ground on a new library which will open in Fall 2009.

The Digital Projects Librarian chairs the library’s Digital Projects Team and will have primary responsibility for building a comprehensive digital initiatives program.

Other position specific accountabilities are as follows: In collaboration with collections managers, identify existing content within the library for digitization; provide leadership in technical planning, technical implementation, management and support of digital collections; seek out new content and new partners for digital initiatives; identify grant and other external support and take the lead in grant writing; design and maintain web presence and interface for digital initiatives program, lead and coordinate usability activities of the program, promote use of LMU’s digital collections through classroom demonstrations, in meetings and at professional conferences; manage projects; and serve as LMU’s representative to various consortia on shared digital initiatives.

The ideal candidate must have broad knowledge of current trends in higher education, learning technologies, and digital library practices including rights management and preservation. The successful candidate will be a strong project manager demonstrating curiosity about new technologies, collaborative ability, and a strong desire to innovate. Other requirements include: web design and programming experience, knowledge of current metadata schemes and evolving standards, knowledge of a wide variety of media including text, music, still images, audio and video, Familiarity with some or all of these metadata standards: MARC, EAD, TEI, VRA Core, Dublin Core, MODS, and METS. Experience with SGML/XML. Experience with digital asset management systems like CONTENTdm, Dspace, Fedora, or Proquest Digital Commons preferred. Experience conducting formal usability studies preferred. Experience with computer programming and scripting languages such as Javascript, MySQL, and PHP preferred.

A Master of Library Science from an ALA accredited institution and/or other related graduate degree required. A minimum of one year digital project management experience preferred. Commitment to professional development.

Hiring Salary: $49,338 to $57,144 commensurate with experience and salary history.

The position will be available on June 1, 2008. Deliberations on the pool of candidates will begin as resumes are received.

Applicants should send the following materials:

• a letter of application;
• a curriculum vitae or resume;
• a list of three professional references (names, titles, addresses, and telephone numbers).

Application materials and/or inquiries should be addressed to:

Cynthia Becht

Head, Archives and Special Collections
Charles Von der Ahe Library
Loyola Marymount University
One LMU Drive
Los Angeles, CA 90045-2659
310/338-2780
cbecht at lmu dot edu

Arts Liaison Librarian, Georgia State

Position: Arts Liaison Librarian (Music, Art & Design, Film)
Institution: Georgia State University
Location: Georgia
Date posted: 4/14/2008
Application deadline: 5/9/2008

Learn more about this institution in The Chronicle’s Employer Profiles section.

Library: Arts Liaison Librarian (Music, Art and Design, Film). The Georgia State University Library seeks a committed and energetic librarian to provide innovative teaching and research support of the arts. The departments of responsibility are: Music, Art and Design, Film and Video, and Theater. For these departments of responsibility the librarian will develop collections in all formats. This position reports to the Head of Liaison and Outreach Services. The School of Music offers several MA concentrations including composition, music education and performance as well as a Ph.D. in teaching and learning. The School of Music also maintains a full calendar of concerts and events in several venues including the Kopleff Recital Hall and the Rialto Center for the Arts. The Ernest G. Welch School of Art and Design offers MA concentrations in fine arts, including Art History, with an option for digital filmmaking and graphic arts. The School of Art and Design also has two galleries which for more than 25 years has hosted hundreds of events. Film and Video and Theater are in the Department of Communication, which partners with some of Atlanta’s most vibrant corporate and artistic organizations. Master’s degrees are offered in Digital Imaging and a Ph.D. is offered in Moving Image Studies.

Responsibilities: The successful candidate serves as liaison to assigned departments; meets regularly with members of the departments to provide information and instruction about library services, collections, and programs. The successful candidate will deliver quality, in-depth reference and consultation services in the designated subject areas; develop library collections in the assigned areas, including participation in the management of the library materials budget; promote the library and information literacy; and foster communication between the assigned departments and the library. Liaison librarians assist with the general reference service that includes desk and virtual reference hours and are responsible for occasional weekend and evening hours. As faculty members, liaison librarians serve on library and university committees and engage in scholarly activities.

Requirements: ALA-accredited MLS and relevant experience in one of the advertised subject areas. Familiarity with resources in a variety of formats, skill in use of technology and Web-based applications, and excellent communication, presentation and interpersonal skills.

Preferred: Master’s Degree in one of the advertised subject areas. Experience in Collection Development within one of the subject areas, especially music, is strongly preferred. Demonstrated interest in research and professional activities.

Salary and rank: $42,800-$52,000 for 12 months commensurate with the candidate’s education and experience. Appointment at a faculty rank, on a contract renewal basis. Submit a cover letter addressing the above qualifications; resume; name, address and phone number of three references, including immediate supervisor. Review of materials will begin May 9, 2008 and continue until the position is filled.

Send materials to: Human Resources Coordinator University Library, Georgia State University 100 Decatur Street South East, Atlanta, Georgia 30303-3202; 404-413-2700. For more information, please visit our Web site at: http://www.library.gsu.edu. Georgia State University is an equal opportunity educational institution, affirmative action employer strongly committed to cultural diversity.

Contact Information:

Job code: Arts Liaison
E-mail : libpmf@langate.gsu.edu
Phone : 404/413-2700
Janaia Moore
Human Resources Coordinator
University Library
Georgia State University
100 Decatur Street
Atlanta, GA 30303
USA