The Library Job Blog

Art Librarian (Purchase College Library, Purchase, New York)
Purchase College Library invites applications for the position of Art Librarian. We are looking for an energetic and creative person, who can provide excellent customer service, is eager to try new things, and who will be flexible in a changing environment. The successful candidate will plan and deliver innovative reference and instruction services and develop and manage print and electronic collections in Art History, Art & Design, New Media, and Arts Management. The candidate will collaborate with the Visual Resources Associate and the Meserve-Kunhardt Foundation to promote their respective collections. Additionally, the candidate should be familiar with emerging technologies to enhance reference and instruction services and demonstrate a willingness to participate in the integration of new virtual reference tools and assessment initiatives into instruction.  Required: ALA-accredited MLS; excellent customer service skills; strong academic background in art; knowledge of digital image management systems, such as Embark and ARTStor; ability to teach effectively in the classroom and one-on-one; evidence of understanding key issues and trends in public services; commitment to learn and use emerging technologies and to provide responsive and innovative services; flexibility in adapting to change. Preferred: Experience developing a visual resources collection; experience working in reference or instruction in an academic library; second master's degree in art-related field.  

Special Collections Librarian (University of Kansas Libraries, Lawrence, Kansas)
LIBRARIAN  The University of Kansas Libraries, Spencer Research Library, seeks nominations and applications for the Special Collections Librarian position. Requirements include an ALA-accredited Master's degree at time of hire, and 6 months or equivalent experience in an academic or research library special collection setting (Equivalent experience may include a practicum or coursework in special collections or a related field). Review of applications will begin on Oct 2, 2010 and will continue until position is filled. Complete application instructions, responsibilities, and qualifications can be found at https://jobs.ku.edu, search for position 00208183.  EO/AA Employer

Associate Director for Collections (University at Albany, Albany, New York)
The University at Albany, SUNY, invites applications and nominations for the position of Associate Director for Collections. Reporting to the Dean and Director of Libraries, this senior administrative position is responsible for building, assessing and managing the Libraries' print and electronic collections, managing a $5 million acquisitions budget, and supervising, coordinating and evaluating the work of the Libraries' subject specialists. Responsibilities also include oversight of gifts, Special Collections, University Archives, and the Preservation Department. As a member of the senior administrative group, the Associate Director shares responsibility for developing and implementing the mission, goals and broad policy directions for the University Libraries. Albany is looking for an experienced, creative, forward-thinking leader with a keen sense of the evolving role of research libraries in the digital age and demonstrated knowledge of best practices and current trends in collection management and scholarly communication. The Associate Director works actively with academic schools and departments to determine selective areas of excellence and growth to be reflected in the Libraries collection investment. S/he is responsible for coordinating initiatives with other associate directors and library managers, advising and mentoring junior faculty, and promoting staff professional growth. S/he represents the Libraries on collaborative projects with other campus units and other libraries. The Associate Director demonstrates commitment to personal professional development through scholarly research and publication, presentations, and participation in national professional associations. Required: Graduate degree in librarianship from an ALA-accredited institution and from a college or university accredited by a U. S. Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization. Successful, progressively responsible experience in developing research library collections; management and supervisory experience; and, a track record of creativity in developing library programs. Strong analytical and budget management skills. Demonstrated ability to work across organizational boundaries and to lead effective teams and manage change. Working knowledge of the scholarly publications market, scholarly communications trends, the open access movement, digital repositories, and library technical services and resource sharing. Must demonstrate: strong service orientation; excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to organize and plan; leadership ability; and ability to use library and office computer applications. All applicants must address in their cover letter their commitment to equal opportunity and affirmative action and their ability to work with a culturally diverse population. All applicants must have a record of publication and service that meets the Libraries' criteria for appointment at the academic faculty rank of Associate Librarian. Finalists will be asked to present on an assigned topic and to submit official transcripts of highest degree. Preferred: Subject specialization or an additional graduate degree; experience working in a public institution and unionized environment; and, grant writing experience. TERMS & BENEFITS: Calendar-year appointment and tenure-track position; sick leave and annual leave; health insurance, dental, vision and prescription coverage. TIAA/CREF or New York State Employees' Retirement available. Please apply on-line:  mbrustman@uamail.albany.edu Provide a cover letter, your resume, and the e-mails, street addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references. APPLICATION DEADLINE: 10/30/2010 ADDRESS CORRESPONDENCE TO: Anna Z. Radkowski-Lee Library Personnel Officer University Libraries - LI 111 University at Albany, SUNY 1400 Washington Avenue Albany, New York 12222 Federal regulations require notice to all perspective employee with information on crimes that occurred on campus. Please refer to the following website for complete detail: http://police.albany.edu/asr.htm The University at Albany, SUNY, is an EEO/AA/IRCA/ADA employer.