Saturday, March 25, 2006

Middle School Library Media Specialist

Middle School Library Media Specialist - West Hartford Public Schools seeks a qualified Library Media Specialist. Experience working with middle school students; strong background in an automated library environment including proficiency with digital resources; knowledge in the area of young adult literature. Duties and responsibilities include but not limited to: instructing students in information and technology literacy, providing leadership in the integration of technology with instruction, collaborating with classroom teachers in planning, implementing and assessing instruction, evaluating and selecting resources for the library media center. Should hold or eligible for CT Library Media Specialist Certificate. Competitive salary and benefits. Interested applicants should submit an online application. Visit our web site at: www.whps.org. For more information call the Human Resources Office at 860-561-6694 APPLY IMMEDIATELY, OPEN UNTIL FILLED. Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Part-time Children's Services Coordinator

Part-time Children's Services Coordinator - The Minor Memorial Library. 20 hours per week, including 1 evening per week and 1 Saturday per month. Responsibilities include: Planning, presenting, promoting children's programs for pre-school and school-aged children, maintaining children's collection, and some circulation duties. College degree and some experience working with pre-school and school-aged children preferred. Please send resume to Valerie Annis at the Minor Memorial Library, P.O. Box 249; Roxbury, CT 06783.

Circulation Desk Assistant

Circulation Desk Assistant - Perrot Library is seeking a part-time, 15 hours per week, Library Clerk for our busy youth services desk. Duties include answering the phone, checking books in and out using the library's automated circulation system and helping parents and children find library materials. Some experience with computers is desirable. Friendly service orientation, love of children and books essential. Tuesday nights, Thursday and Friday mornings some weekends. $13.39 per hour. File applications Town of Greenwich, HR Dept. 101 Field Point Rd, Greenwich, CT. By 3/28/06. EOE, M / F / D / V.

Friday, March 17, 2006

Head of Information Technology Services

Head of Information Technology Services - Stratford Library seeks a Head of Information Technology Services. This individual has primary responsibility for the planning and coordination of technology and its applications for the library. Specific duties include supervision of technical staff, professional cataloging duties, system administration duties for an ILS and related budgetary functions. Applicants must have a M.L.S. from an ALA-accredited institution, 3-5 years supervisory experience, 3-5 years technical services experience, a strong background in technology, and experience with system administration of an ILS. Familiarity with Horizon system highly desirable. Starting salary $59,000-$62,000 depending upon experience. Excellent benefits. Send resume to Barbara Blosveren, Stratford Library Association, 2203 Main St, Stratford, CT 06615.

Library Director

Library Director - The John P. Webster Library of the First Church of Christ, Congregational (United Church of Christ), West Hartford is looking for a dynamic individual to serve as it is next full-time director. The John P. Webster Library (www.jpwlibrary.org) is an independently funded ministry of First Church. Candidates for this position should have an MLS or MLIS from an accredited institution, and current professional library experience. Candidates not having this specific educational and professional experience may be considered. The incumbent is responsible for the development and implementation of a full range of in-church, in-denomination, faith- and community-oriented programs centered on the resources of this church-based library. Supervises staff and volunteers. Works closely with other professional staff and lay leadership of First Church. Competitive professional salary and benefits provided. Applications must include cover letter and resume. References will be requested when appropriate. Applications must be submitted only to robertroggeveen@snet.net. Applications will not be accepted by any other means. Questions concerning position? Contact robertroggeveen@snet.net by email only. To be considered, applications must be received by April 24, 2006. The First Church of Christ, Congregational, West Hartford is an equal opportunity employer.

Librarian

Librarian - Fuss & O'Neill seeks a Librarian for one-person library serving dynamic, 300-person, multidisciplinary consulting engineering firm from its head office in Manchester, CT, to manage and perform full range of library services: acquisitions, cataloging, collection management, online catalog, subscriptions, reference service, information retrieval, interlibrary loan. The library uses Inmagic software, the DIALOG information retrieval system and the OCLC interlibrary loan system. The Librarian also monitors the firm's electronic archiving system. Qualifications include MLS or equivalent, special library experience, government documents experience, extensive use of electronic information resources, excellent language and communication skills, and strong service orientation. Creativity, the ability to work independently, and great dependability are essential. Salary commensurate with experience. Visit our website @ www.fando.com. For consideration, please send resumes (no faxes) to Corina L. Estell, Human Resources, Fuss & O'Neill, 146 Hartford Road, Manchester, CT 06040 or email cestell@fando.com. EOE.

General Science Librarian

General Science Librarian - Kline Science Library, Yale University. Rank: LI. $23.95/hr. Work Schedule: 15 hours per week. The science libraries include the Kline Science Library, Sterling Chemistry Library, the Engineering and Applied Science Library, the Forestry and Environmental Sciences Library, the Geology Library, and the Mathematics Library. For additional information, you may view the Yale University Science Libraries web site: www.library.yale.edu/science/. RESPONSIBILITIES: Serves as a member of an information services team providing information services in a distributed, innovative, and technologically sophisticated environment utilizing the Yale University Library Online Catalog, various local and remote information databases, and a superb historical paper-based collection. Provides reference desk and online reference assistance; in-depth research assistance; and library-based critical thinking instruction. Serves as the Science Libraries' instruction coordinator, as well as a member of the library-wide Instruction Group. Participates in special projects that may include: Collection management (i.e. e-journal analysis for migration to a more paperless environment, stacks analysis and planning for transfers to our off-site shelving facility, and coordinating our journal exchange titles); Preservation initiatives; and web maintenance (using Dreamweaver). QUALIFICATIONS: MLS from an ALA-accredited library school. Educational background in the chemical, physical, or life sciences. Experience with electronic information formats and familiarity with use and application of microcomputers. Excellent oral and written communication skills. The ability to work collegially in small group and team environments. Preferred: Minimum two years of relevant experience; educational background in the chemical or physical sciences; commitment to public service in a science library environment; an interest in keeping abreast of new developments in information technology and services for the sciences. Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names of three references should be mailed to: Sharon Tarascio, Human Resources Coordinator; Yale University Library; P.O. Box 208240, New Haven, CT 06520; fax: (203) 432-1806. Submissions via email are also welcomed and can be sent as a Word attachment to hrlibrary@yale.edu. Yale University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Saturday, March 11, 2006

Systems Analyst, University of Hartford

University Libraries Systems Analyst - The University of Hartford seeks a University Libraries Systems Analyst to assume responsibility for implementing and maintaining all aspects of computing and information technology for the Libraries. In collaboration with appropriate personnel, implements necessary upgrades as well as expansions of networks and systems. Determines needs and recommends hardware and software purchases. Maintains relations with library software vendors and with University IT department. Maintains records and provides statistical reports as needed. Bachelor's degree and 2 to 3 years related experience required. Master's in computer science, information science, library science or related field preferred. Experience with UNIX/Oracle, Windows NT servers, as well as systems/technical support for an integrated library system (Endeavor) strongly preferred. For additional information and application procedures, go to www.hartford.edu/about/info.asp?item=details&ID=385. Position is open until filled.

Campus Librarian, University of Phoenix/Norwalk CT

Campus Librarian - Full-time Campus Librarian position available immediately for a Fairfield County for-profit university campus located in Norwalk, CT. The selected candidate will be considered a key member of the campus management team with job accountabilities including: management of learning resource center staff (hiring, training, directing); supervision of learning resource center functions; development and delivery of orientations and instruction to students, faculty and employees; compilation of library resources; liaison with main University Library; compliance with state and organizational standards; consultation with internal and external clients as needed; and, represent the University on library-related issues throughout the Northeast. Occasional night and weekend work may be required. Required skills include previous academic library experience and an ALA-accredited Master of Library Science Degree. For consideration, send resume to lynda.wilson@phoenix.edu.

Catalog Librarian, University of Bridgeport

Catalog Librarian - The Magnus Wahlstrom Library, University of Bridgeport, has an immediate opening for a Catalog Librarian. Under the direction of the Systems Librarian and Head, Technical Services, this professional performs original and copy cataloging - including Dewey conversion/ reclassification - using OCLC Connexion, AACR2R, LC subject headings, classification system, and authority control, and the local Voyager online system. He/She assists with MARC records and serial maintenance, the development/updating of cataloging and processing manuals, maintaining cataloging statistics, and assisting in the training/supervision of department staff. Duties also include serving at the Reference Desk on a regular as well as "as needed" basis, as library liaison and collection development specialist to assigned subject areas, and as back-up to the Systems Librarian as assigned. The successful candidate will have a strong service-orientation, interpersonal skills, and work ethic, the willingness and flexibility to meet changing library and University needs, and accuracy/thoroughness/professionalism in work performed. The position requires an ALA/MLS or foreign equivalent, minimum one year OCLC cataloging and local online system experience, and reference experience demonstrating a knowledge of electronic and print reference sources. Voyager and academic library experience preferred. Please send letter of application and resume, including three work-related references, to: Catalog Librarian Search, Department of Human Resources, University of Bridgeport, 126 Park Ave., Bridgeport, CT 06604. Email hr@bridgeport.edu; Fax (203) 576-4601. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. The University of Bridgeport is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

Part-time Library Assistant, Glastonbury

Part-time Library Assistant - Welles-Turner Memorial Library, Glastonbury. Hourly Range: $13.45/hr - 13.92/hr. 19.5hr/wk. Closing Date: March 17, 2006. Performs general support activities in the Lending Dept. under supervision of Librarian III. Requirements include customer service skills, telephone etiquette, computer ability, attention to detail and working well under pressure. High school diploma or equivalent required. Circulation exp. preferred. Schedule includes day, evening and weekend hours. Applicant must successfully pass a written & skills assessment exam. Please visit the Town's website @ www.glasct.org for detailed information and application. Also available at Town Hall Information Center, 2155 Main Street, Glastonbury, CT 06033 or call (860) 652-6506. AA/EOE.

Library Director, Town of Burlington

Library Director - Town of Burlington. Hiring Range: $46,000 - $53,000, negotiable, based on skills and experience. Excellent benefits. This position is responsible for the overall direction and management of the library, staff, equipment, patron support and administrative duties. Situated at the foot of the Berkshires and bordering the Farmington River, Burlington is a scenic hill town, rural in nature, located 20 miles west of Hartford. Incorporated in 1806, its population is close to 8,500. The municipal library is a new, lovely 10,000 square foot facility with approx. 50,000 volumes and a unique small town library atmosphere. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Ensure the efficient and effective day-to-day operations of the library. 2. Implement and maintain appropriate library materials and resources, in both print and non-print form. Perform regular collection analysis and development. 3. Develop a budget plan (including library and capital needs, salaries, etc.). 4. Hire, train, manage, and evaluate staff of 8 for 54 hours of weekly operation. 5. Establish and administer library policies and procedures. 6. Work with Board of Directors and active "Friends" fundraising organizations. Create, organize and present reports to these and other town boards, as well. 7. Develop and maintain appropriate and accessible electronic resources in the library. 8. Provide exemplary and varied patron service. 9. Oversee the maintenance of the building and contents. Advise the Library Board of the need for capital improvements. 10. Participate in strategic planning for future needs and potential major facility expansion. Lead implementation of the resulting plan. Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills: MLS from an ALA-accredited school is required. Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience is required, with 3 years of practical, relevant library experience. Experience in budgeting to meet strategic initiatives. Computer network experience required. Experience using online databases, the Internet, and traditional print resources is desirable. Must have solid computer skills in using a variety of applications, including but not limited to Microsoft Office and Outlook. Excellent organizational, communication (both verbal and written) and time-management skills are required. Send letter of application and resume to: Carol O. Troiani, Library Director Search Committee, Burlington Public Library, PO Box 1379, 34 Library Lane, Burlington, CT 06013, or e-mail: burltnpl@libraryconnection.info (attention: Director Search Committee). Deadline for receipt of applications is March 30, 2006. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.