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Metadata and Digital Initiatives Developer

Professional position available immediately. Responsibilities: participate in the development of digital collections that serve the educational, instructional and research needs of the Ball State and broader research community; prepare digital assets for inclusion in Ball State’s Digital Media Repository or other content management systems through metadata creation, OCR processing, special programming, and management of digitization processes, quality standards, and personnel. Minimum qualifications: MLS/MLIS/MIS degree from an ALA accredited program or advanced degree in related information technology field at time of appointment; knowledge of metadata creation and manipulation techniques using XML schema such as Dublin Core and EAD, metadata harvesting concepts, crosswalks; knowledge of digitization equipment, techniques, and standards; experience with relational database development and knowledge of scripting languages, e.g., Perl, Python, VBScript, JavaScript, PHP, ASP, or other; working knowledge of basic Microsoft Office applications; effective oral and written communication skills; assignment may require working some evenings and/or weekends. Preferred qualifications: additional advanced degrees; experience with cataloging standards, such as AACR2, LCRI, LCSH or other controlled vocabularies; digitization standards, techniques, software; character recognition (OCR) processing; CONTENTdm, ePrints, or other content management systems; scripting languages; supervisory experience; working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite applications. Salary up to $43,325 plus excellent benefits.

Send letter of application, resume, transcript of graduate degree(s) (unofficial copies acceptable), and the names and contact information for three references (at least one of which is a current or former supervisor) to: Dr. Arthur W. Hafner, Dean of University Libraries, Ball State University, Muncie, IN 47306 or to libsearch@bsu.edu. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. (www.bsu.edu/library)

Ball State University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.

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DIVERSITY LIBRARIAN RESIDENT (2 POSITIONS)
University of Tennessee Libraries

Position: Diversity Librarian Residency Program
Appointment Rank: Research Assistant Professor
Salary: $44,000.00
Available: Fall 2009

Come be a part of The University of Tennessee Libraries’ Diversity Librarian Resident Program. We are currently seeking candidates for a two-year residency that begins fall 2009. UT Libraries will select two librarians for a new cohort group in this successful career growth program active since 2003. The purpose of the program is to attract recent library school graduates from underrepresented groups to a challenging and rewarding career in academic librarianship.
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Systems and Digital Collections Librarian

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is currently seeking candidates for the position of Systems and Digital Collections Librarian. Reporting to the Director of Library and Archives, the Systems and Digital Collections Librarian is responsible for supporting technology resources in the Library and Archives – including integrated library systems, archival management software, digital asset management systems, and content management systems – and maintains the servers and workstations within the Library and Archives. He/she also evaluates, recommends, and implements software solutions, methodologies, and standards for the creation and preservation of the Library and Archives’ digital collections.

The qualified candidate must possess a Master’s degree in library science, information studies, or related degree; minimum of 2 (two) years providing technology support in a library or archives; experience working with specialized library applications and a thorough understanding of technology in a library or archives is required.

For a more detailed job description, please visit www.rockhall.com/careers.

For consideration, send resume and cover letter detailing your qualifications along with salary history to: Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, 1100 Rock and Roll Boulevard, Cleveland, OH 44114-1022, Attn: Human Resources – Systems and Digital Collections Librarian – 0906 or email to hr@rockhall.org. No telephone calls please.

The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is an equal opportunity employer and a Drug Free Workplace.

University of St Andrews
Visual Resources Curator
School of Art History

Salary: £24,152 – £28,839 per annum

We are seeking to appoint a Curator to run the Visual Resources Collection in the School of Art History, which is vital for the School’s teaching.

You should have a sound knowledge of the history of Western art (a degree in the subject is desirable), be proficient in using computers and familiar with image databases and their maintenance.

You will be expected to supervise the production and storage of digital images for the use of academic staff in teaching and to record cataloguing data in the University database. In addition the existing collection of c.150,000 photographic slides is still in use and will need to be maintained in good order for the foreseeable future. The job will also entail the recruitment, training and supervision of student assistants and advising users on the use of the collection.

The Curator also looks after a small book and video/DVD/CD collection and oversees the ordering of books by academic staff for the University Library.

Informal enquiries to Ms Annette Carruthers, Head of School Tel: 01334 462405 or email: vac@st-andrews.ac.uk

Please quote ref: SK269/09

Closing date: 13 July 2009

Application forms and further particulars are available from Human Resources, University of St Andrews, The Old Burgh School, Abbey Walk, North Street, St Andrews, Fife KY16 9LB, (tel: 01334 462571, by fax 01334 462570 or by e-mail Jobline@st-andrews.ac.uk. The advertisement, further particulars and a downloadable application form can be found at http://www.st-andrews.ac.uk/employment/.

The University is committed to equality of opportunity.

The University of St Andrews is a charity registered in Scotland (No SC013532)

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ARCHIVIST (PART-TIME)
Asian American Arts Centre (AAAC)

Part-time Archivist for non-profit arts organization in Manhattan

Asian American Arts Centre (AAAC) seeks an enthusiastic archivist to develop, maintain, and provide access to the physical and digital archives for Asian American contemporary artists.

About the Organization and Archives:
Asian American Arts Centre brings cultural events in the visual and traditional arts to the general public since its establishment in 1974. Its aim is to address the distinctive concerns of Asian Americans in the United States, and their linkages to other cultural communities. Founded as a not-for-profit community arts organization, AAAC specializes in contemporary art exhibitions and archives that engage viewers in the historical and cultural presence of Asian American artists and those Americans influenced by Asia.
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ASSISTANT ARCHIVIST
City of Portland
Office of the City Auditor

Limited Term
Recruitment No. 09-123
Approximate Yearly Salary: $54,059 – $72,072

The Position
The Assistant Archivist for the City Archives and Records Center is responsible for performing archives and records center activities, with a special focus on archives.
Duties include providing reference service; processing archival collections; designing and creating exhibits; supervising students and interns; outreach, including web, social networking and other outreach mediums; and, working within the records center. Work is performed within guidelines set by state and local laws and internal operating policies. Work is reviewed for accuracy, technical adequacy and timeliness. Requires the ability to lift, pull, push and carry boxes weighing up to 45 pounds and the ability to climb 8 foot ladders while carrying boxes that mayweigh up to 45 pounds.

This is a Limited Term Position with funding through June 30, 2010. Persons appointed to limited term positions will be designated as limited duration employees whose appointment shall not exceed one (1) year except for the extension of grants or funding from outside sources.
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The UBC Library requires a librarian to provide reference, instructional services and collection development in the Humanities & Social Sciences Division. This librarian will provide services in humanities & social sciences subjects and in a variety of formats, including electronic, print, microforms, map, government publications, and other media areas. The incumbent will participate in the operation of the HSS Division. This position reports to the Head of the Humanities & Social Sciences Division.

A detailed job description can be viewed at www.library.ubc.ca/careers/ and for more information on the Humanities & Social Sciences Division please visit http://www.library.ubc.ca/hss/.

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