Two Reference and Instruction Positions, Columbia College, Chicago

REFERENCE/INSTRUCTION LIBRARIAN
Columbia College Chicago — Chicago, IL

Columbia College Chicago is the largest and most diverse private arts and media college in the nation with more than 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Columbia provides a comprehensive education set within a liberal arts curriculum.

Columbia College Chicago seeks an energetic, motivated and team-oriented individual to provide reference service to the Columbia College community, participate in a busy and dynamic information literacy program for undergraduate and graduate students and serve as selector/liaison for one or more college departments.  Some evening and/or weekend hours required.

Qualifications:
ALA-accredited MLS or MSLS degree. Minimum two years experience in an academic library with a thorough understanding of academic user needs and demonstrated public service experience. Enthusiastic public service orientation and commitment to providing user-centered services. Group instruction experience. Familiarity with instructional methodologies and information literacy principles.
Working knowledge of electronic resources of all types, library catalogs and reference tools.
Must have basic personal computing skills and an interest in learning new software and systems as needed. Ability to perform in-depth research and present findings to users of all types. Familiarity with collection development principles or experience with faculty liaison programs. Strong communication (oral and written) and presentation skills. Ability to create and edit web pages and contribute to online guides and tutorials. Ability to work and communicate effectively with a diverse population of faculty, staff and students. Excellent interpersonal and collaborative skills exhibiting a high degree of flexibility and ability to work in a team environment. Demonstrated effective time management, project management, and organizational skills. Ability to use initiative to further departmental or library-wide goals. Experience of or commitment to collaboration both inside and outside the Library to create and sustain services in response to changing needs. Active participation
in state or national professional organizations.

Reports to Head of Reference and Instruction. Professional development is strongly supported.

Salary:
Commensurate with experience.

Candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, and names and addresses, postal and email, of three current references, electronically at: libraryjobs@colum.edu<mailto:libraryjobs@colum.edu>.  Please include position title and number in email subject line.

Position Title: Reference and Instruction Librarian
Position Number: 139

Applications received by August 8, 2008 will receive priority consideration.

Columbia College Chicago encourages qualified female, GLBT, disabled and minority classified individuals to apply for all positions.

Library Instruction Coordinator
Columbia College Chicago — Chicago, IL

Columbia College Chicago is the largest and most diverse private arts and media college in the nation with more than 12,000 undergraduate and graduate students. Columbia provides a comprehensive education set within a liberal arts curriculum.

The College is seeking a Library Instruction Coordinator. The successful candidate will be an energetic, creative, outgoing and forward-thinking individual ready to coordinate, expand, evaluate and promote our dynamic campus-wide information literacy instruction program for undergraduate and graduate students.  She or he will collaborate with other librarians and campus units to support faculty in incorporating discipline-specific information literacy into their teaching strategies through the use of technology.
Anticipated start date is October 1, 2008.
Responsibilities include reaching out to and supporting faculty; exploring new ways to use technology to incorporate information literacy instruction into courses and programs; identifying and incorporating creative uses of technology to enrich the information literacy program; developing new instructional workshops and tutorials; teaching discipline-specific and course-integrated information literacy classes; coordinating and evaluating instructional activities; and supporting the development of instruction librarians. Duties also include a limited number of reference desk service hours (including a possible evening) and serving as liaison to one or more academic departments.
Reports to Head of Reference and Instruction. Professional development is strongly supported.
Requirements:

*   ALA-accredited MLS with three years professional experience in academic library instruction or comparable experience.
*   Experience managing programs and using technology to improve or expand instructional services preferred.
*   Demonstrated knowledge of and experience with instructional concepts, methodologies and technologies.
*   Familiarity with information resources in all formats.
*   Excellent skills in communication and collaboration, enthusiasm for working with teaching faculty and strong commitment to public service.
*   Demonstrated capacity to work collaboratively in a culturally diverse college environment.
*   Experience of or commitment to collaboration both inside and outside the Library to create and sustain services in response to changing needs.
*   Knowledge of outcomes-based assessment preferred.

Candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, and names and addresses, postal and email, of three current references, electronically at: libraryjobs@colum.edu .  Please include position title and number in email subject line.

Position Title:  Library Instruction Coordinator.
Position number: 286

Applications received by August 8, 2008 will receive priority consideration.

Columbia College Chicago encourages qualified female, GLBT, disabled and minority classified individuals to apply for all positions.

New Position, University of Chicago, Visual Resources Collection

Please direct any questions about this position to Gretchen Witthuhn (contact info below).

Job Title: Image Cataloger
Department of Art History, Visual Resources Collection
Full-time  37.5 hrs/week

General Summary: Under the general supervision of the Director of Visual Resources, the Image Cataloger is responsible for cataloging, collection development, public service, which includes training academics on use of media tools, and maintenance of the image collections. The Cataloger works closely with the faculty to determine and fulfill their image needs for teaching and research, which involves researching and acquiring new images, cataloging images, enhancing the cataloging system, and providing training to student employees. The Cataloger works on all aspects of making images available including uploading digital images and data and supporting users of images in multiple software applications (LUNA, PowerPoint, ARTstor). This individual will also provide support for use of classroom A/V equipment and digital imaging equipment.

Required Qualifications: experience in Visual Resources Collection OR Library OR a related facility required;  excellent communication, organization, interpersonal, and customer service skills; ability to take initiative, solve problems, and prioritize work effectively; demonstrated ability to work flexibly, independently, and collaboratively with colleagues, faculty, and students in a rapidly changing service-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, particularly with a significant Art History background, experience using software products such as Luna, ARTstor, and Powerpoint; experience in training others; reading ability of at least one European language, knowledge of the history of art, and familiarity with literature in the field; knowledge of image cataloging standards and practices; awareness of technologies, including digital imaging; knowledge of photographic processes and the ability to evaluate analog and digital image quality.

To be considered for this position, candidates should apply online at the following link and if needed, reference Requisition 079906.

http://jobopportunities.uchicago.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=199922

The University of Chicago is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer.

. . . . . .
Gretchen Witthuhn
Director, Visual Resources Collection
University of Chicago Department of Art History
5540 S. Greenwood Ave., Chicago, Illinois 60637
773.702.5048 | g.witthuhn AT uchicago DOT edu

Visit our blog at http://lucian.uchicago.edu/blogs/vrc

Catalog Librarian – SCAD, Savannah, GA

SCAD-Savannah seeks a qualified catalog librarian for Jen Library. The person in this position will be responsible for original cataloging and cataloging projects for new and retrospective materials not currently included in the online catalog. Cataloging experience in a professional or preprofessional position, preferably in an academic library, required. Must possess working knowledge of all MARC formats, AACR2r, and LCSH/LC classification schedules; experience in using online services and CD-ROM products; basic computer competencies; serials and other non-book formats cataloging experience; experience with name, subject and series authority control; familiarity with automated cataloging systems; familiarity with national issues and trends in cataloging and use of online catalogs; and supervisory experience, preferably of full-time staff. Master of Library Science or equivalent such as Master of Library and Information Science required. Knowledge of Millennium system preferred. 

Please apply online to https://scadjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=51321

Reference Librarian – SCAD, Savannah, GA

SCAD-Savannah seeks qualified applicants for a reference librarian position. The main responsibilities include assisting patrons in the use of information sources, bibliography instruction, library orientations and research workshops to individuals and classes, and creation of instructional materials. Qualified applicants will have excellent written and verbal communication skills, an ALA accredited MLS degree, an undergraduate degree in a subject discipline taught at SCAD and reference experience.

Please submit applications to: https://scadjobs.com/applicants/Central?quickFind=51353

Visual Resources Curator – Roger Williams University

Roger Williams University Libraries seeks a Visual Resources Curator who will be responsible for planning, developing, maintaining, and providing outreach for the visual resources collections and services while contributing to the library’s digital initiatives.  Reporting to the Dean of University Libraries, the Curator acquires, processes, and catalogs images for both the digital image and slide collections with primary support for the School of Architecture, Art, and Historic Preservation.  In addition, the Curator supervises the work of the part-time Digital Resources Assistant and student employees and is responsible for overseeing the training of faculty in the use of the visual resources collections.

The Visual Resources Curator is responsible for making visual resources available to users and is expected to demonstrate a thorough knowledge of visual image cataloging procedures and standards.  The Curator is also responsible for providing services to image collection users by instructing them on the use of presentation tools, helping them find images for presentations, or answering questions as they relate to image collection. The ideal candidate must exhibit a proficiency in computer applications such as MS Office Suite, FileMaker Pro or MS Access, and MS Photoshop.  A working knowledge of Madison Digital Imaging Database (MDID2) is preferred, as well
as knowledge of the fair use guidelines within U.S. Copyright law, as they apply to visual resources.  The Curator must be detail-oriented, able to successfully manage multiple projects, and proficient in both verbal and written communication.

A Master’s degree in Art History, Architectural History, or a related field is required.  A Master’s degree in Library and/or Information Science with substantial education in art or architecture history may be substituted. Also required is 2 – 5 years experience working in a visual resources collection and 1 – 2 years supervisory experience.  An equivalent combination of education and work related experience will be considered.

Interested applicants should send cover letter, resume and names and phone numbers of three references to:

Human Resources
Roger Williams University
One Old Ferry Road
Bristol, RI 02809

or email:  human_resources@rwu.edu indicating Ref #08-121.

Roger Williams University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusive excellence and encourages applications from underrepresented populations.

Metadata Library Assistant – The Granger Collection, NYC

The Granger Collection, a historical picture library in Manhattan, is seeking a Metadata Library Assistant to manage its database and web-services department. Candidates will ideally have a background in Library Science and experience with large image collections and image-based digital asset-management systems.  Ease with new technology, avid attention to detail, and superior teamwork skills are required.  Perfect opportunity for a motivated graduate student or recent graduate with some experience.

Responsibilities include:

• Overseeing all metadata and controlled vocabulary of digital image collection.
• Developing and maintaining keyword library and hierarchical thesaurus.
• Developing metadata standards, policies, and procedures.
• Reviewing image records for accuracy and consistency among metadata, captions, and keywords in accordance to house rules and industry standards.
• Daily review of website search log to improve and enhance keyword library, image access, and retrieval.
• Providing clients with search and reference assistance.
• Collaborating with Deputy Director on new digital projects, initiatives, and technology.

Requirements:

• MLS/MLIS or currently enrolled in MLS/MLIS ALA-accredited graduate program.
• Knowledge of visual resources cataloging and indexing, various metadata standards, controlled vocabularies, and authority files.
• Familiarity with digital imaging best practices.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Office, Excel, and Adobe Photoshop.
• Knowledge of history or fine art highly desired.

Details:

• Full-time employment
• Starting salary of $35,000
• Medical and dental benefits
• Collegial working environment
• Start Date: Immediately

To apply for this position, please forward your resume and cover letter by attachment (.doc or .pdf) to jobs@granger.com with ‘Metadata Library Assistant’ in the subject line.  Because of the volume of responses, we are unable to take any telephone inquiries and will be contacting only qualified candidates.

Since 1964 The Granger Collection has offered art directors, photo editors, and designers an increasingly convenient and reliable source for the history of the world in pictures from before the Stone Age to the dawn of the Space Age.
http://www.granger.com

Applied Design Librarian – Lake Washington Technical College, Kirkland, WA

Lake Washington Technical College (LWTC) is seeking an experienced art/design librarian. We’re an accredited, publicly funded college located near Seattle, WA. We have a 59 year history of providing high quality technical and professional education programs, serving the Puget Sound region from its campuses in Kirkland and Redmond. Our employees enjoy living and working in a region offering an unsurpassed quality of life.

As the college’s Librarian for Applied Design, you will:

·          Build the college’s Applied Design collection
·          Provide technical assistance to students, staff, and faculty
·          Support general library operations
·          Collaborate with faculty, administration, and industry representatives
·          Help students develop the skills and competencies necessary to be successful in today’s world of work.

For complete job details and to submit the required online application, please visit www.lwtc.edu/hr

LWTC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Library Technician – The Art Center Design College, Albuquerque, NM

The College seeks an individual who will articulate and advance the mission of the College and the department.  The successful candidate will be a progressive leader with strong interpersonal and communication skills who will work collaboratively with the Tucson campus.

The successful applicant must:

• Possess two years of library experience in an academic library
• Have a high school diploma and preferably an Associate of Arts degree with an emphasis in library technology
• Have the ability to train and supervise library staff
• Have a working knowledge of technological resources
• Be able to train customers in the use of technology
• Possess administrative experience with strong skills in communication, consensus building and multidisciplinary cooperation
• Be responsible for the organization and dissemination of information and services through the effective utilization of library resources.
• Serve as an advocate for the Library and provide leadership and support for faculty, students and staff
• Support diversity, gender equity, and fair treatment of all individuals

The Art Center Design College is an equal opportunity educator and employer that strives to recruit people who reflect the diverse mix of the student body.

Please send resume and salary requirements to:

The Art Center Design College
2525 N Country Club Rd.
Tucson, AZ 85716
Fax (520) 325-5535
hr@theartcenter.edu

Review of applications is ongoing and will continue until the position is filled.

Learning Zone Librarian – - Ontario College of Art & Design

Learning Zone Librarian

In consultation with the Head of Reference, Information & Access Services and Learning Zone Advisory Committee, responsible for development and ongoing operation of an innovative new Learning Zone for OCAD students, and the provision of reference and access services in support of the university’s curriculum.

Summary of Responsibilities:

• Establish mission & goals, and policy & procedures, for the Learning Zone (LZ) in consultation with librarians, academic support staff, faculty, alumni, and students
• Establish and Chair the Learning Zone Advisory Committee, and in conjunction with the Committee develop plans and specifications, strategies and methods, for projects that support the mission of the LZ
• Hire, schedule, and supervise student monitors, alumni volunteers and others
• Establish a schedule of program events and activities to enhance student learning and engagement
• Provide collaborative opportunities for academic support areas within an environment that encourages experimentation
• Ensure student involvement in the design of learning spaces and experiences
• Evaluate the effectiveness of projects, events, and activities through surveys and other means; collect and maintain relevant statistics
• Prepare biannual reports on LZ projects, events and activities for the Head of Reference, Information & Access Services and Director of the Library
• Assist with preparation of annual operating and Furniture & Equipment budgets for the LZ
• Develop grant and funding proposals for LZ projects, events and activities, and assist with fundraising for enhancement of the facility
• Develop and maintain a web presence for the LZ with Web 2.0 tools to enhance library communication and information dissemination within a virtual learning environment
• Implement an e-portfolio tool in collaboration with the Manager of AV & Imaging Services and Manager of Digital Studios
• In consultation with the Manager of AV & Imaging Services, liaise with faculty and appropriate staff, to enhance the film, video, DVD and audio collections
• Assess the technological needs and draft appropriate specifications for digital projects specific to the online development of the LZ
• Implement an institutional repository for open-access to faculty, staff and student e-publications, and graduate theses, in collaboration with the Manager of Digital Studios
• Serve on internal and external committees, as required
• Provides backup support at the Library’s main reference desk as required.
• Participate in professional activities outside the university, establish contacts and undertake research relevant to the LZ mission
• Support the Head & the Director of Library Services in related duties that contribute to the successful operation of Library Services

Qualifications:

• ALA-accredited MLS with an undergraduate major in the humanities, or equivalent
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary art & design
• 2 years of related work experience in a post-secondary academic library
• In-depth knowledge of information resources in the humanities and social sciences
• Technologically proficient with a strong public-service orientation
• Web-development and design experience
• Strong organizational, presentation, interpersonal and communication skills, including creativity, problem solving and the ability to work effectively with faculty, staff and students
• Demonstrated ability to meet deadlines and work independently
• Creative, flexible and forward-thinking approach to challenges and opportunities
• Must be willing & able to work evening and weekend shifts, as required
• Demonstrated skills in developing library or educational technologies, online instructional design or similar computer applications

Hours of Work: Monday to Friday, for a total of 35 hours per week.

Compensation: $59,964.62 to $75,069.60, plus full benefits.

Interested applicants are invited to submit an updated resume, with a cover letter to:

Human Resources Department
Ontario College of Art & Design
100 McCaul Street
Toronto, Ontario M5T 1W1
Fax: 416-977-3034
E-mail: hr@ocad.ca
By no later than Friday, July 25, 2008.