Information Manager, Legal - (New York)

Information Manager, Legal - New York. Strong managerial skills, demonstrated customer service orientation, and excellent problem solving abilities are essential for this position in the New York office of one of the world's largest law practices. The firm offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. THE POSITION: Responsible for administration and supervision of day-to-day functioning of the Library, Records Center, and Docket/Managing Clerk Departments. Develop and implement Policies and Procedures for these three units. Directly hire, train, supervise and develop Library staff, and oversee the same for the Records Center and Docket/Managing Clerk Departments. Provide efficient and cost-effective legal reference and research services for attorneys utilizing various legal and business online and print information sources. Develop Library collection to serve attorneys in their respective practice areas, and supervise the processing of all acquisitions. Communicate with vendors and publishers. Prepare and distribute quarterly library reports. Conduct library orientations and provide training to all incoming attorneys. Represent the firm at library association meetings and conferences. REQUIREMENTS: MLS plus 5-8 years library and information science managerial experience in a large law firm. Able to supervise in a way that promotes team spirit and collaboration among staff. Able to present information clearly, concisely, and persuasively in positive or negative situations. Computer experience and knowledge required includes but is not limited to: MS Word and Excel, Internet, Westlaw, Lexis-Nexis, Legal Key (or equivalent records software), DM2000 (or equivalent docket software), CMS Open (or equivalent accounting software). Must be highly organized and detail-oriented, with excellent time and project management skills. Job Code BR-02 (resumes in Word preferred). Check out our website www.wontawk.com. For further details on this job, to send your resume, or to make a referral: Contact: Sarah Warner swarner@wontawk.com; 212/869-3348; WONTAWK, Superior Staffing for Librarians and Other Information Professionals, 25 W 43rd Street, NY NY 10036.

Library Dean - University of Massachusetts Dartmouth

Library Dean - University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth (ranked among the top northeastern public universities by U. S. News and World Report) seeks a dynamic and experienced leader as its next Dean of Library Services. Located in the picturesque south coast of Massachusetts-a short drive from Boston, Providence and Cape Cod-the university enrolls over 8,500 students in over 40 undergraduate and 23 graduate programs (including 4 at the PhD level). The University is in a period of growth and raised aspirations, marked by new dormitories, new programs, an infusion of new faculty, and a doubling of research spending since 2000. With a dedicated staff of 36 FTEs, nearly half a million books and a budget of $4 million, the Library has embarked on a $10 million renovation and expansion campaign that will revitalize the Library as the center for discourse, learning, and scholarship for the campus and region, and support the campus in fulfilling its mission. Responsibilities: Reports to the Vice Chancellor for Library Services, Information Resources and Technology and provides direct and general supervision to all Library staff and student employees, through the Library's organizational structure. Illustrative duties include: providing vision and leadership in the formulation and implementation of innovative services that meet students, faculty, staff, and community needs; fostering an organizational culture based upon respect, service, teamwork, personal and professional growth, and responsibility; collaboratively developing Library strategic plans to support and implement campus mission and vision; lead the Library building renovation and expansion campaign; providing leadership and coordinating Library public relations and fund raising activities; maintaining strong working relationships within LSIRT and with the other campus divisions; serving as a member of the Provost's academic council and other committees; and advocating for and representing UMass Dartmouth at local, state, and national library organizations. Qualifications: MLS from an ALA accredited institution or a terminal degree in a relevant field (Doctorate or second graduate degree preferred); and at least five years of progressively responsible higher education library administrative experience. Background and attributes include: evidence of substantial leadership and achievement in a higher education library; ability to articulate a well-founded vision for a 21st century university library; excellent interpersonal and communication / listening skills; strong analytic and strategic skills in prioritization, resource allocation, and decision-making; ability to collaboratively plan, manage, and develop staff, budget, and facilities resources to meet strategic objectives; evidence of continuing participation in professional activities; and demonstrated commitment to furthering the principles of equal opportunity, affirmative action and cultural diversity. The complete job description is at: http://www.gossagesager.com/umassdlinks.htm. To Apply: The University requests that all nominations, applications and queries be forwarded to the executive search firm of Gossage Sager Associates. Additional information is available at http://gossagesager.com/umassd.htm. The closing date for applications is January 26, 2007. To apply, please send via email, a meaningful cover letter and curriculum vita as MS Word attachments to danbradbury@gossagesager.com. GOSSAGE SAGER ASSOCIATES, 4545 Wornall Road, Suite 805, Kansas City, MO 64111. The University of Massachusetts Dartmouth is wholly committed to affirmative action, equal opportunity employment, and non-discriminatory hiring practices.

University Libraries 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=467. Position is open until filled.

Library Assistant I - Briarwood College

Library Assistant I - The Anthony A. Pupillo Library at Briarwood College has an immediate opening for a part-time Library Assistant I. This position is 18 hours per week, $12.50 per hour. The schedule is Sunday, Monday and Tuesday evenings, 3:30-9:30. Person may be required to substitute on Wednesday and Thursday evenings and Saturdays. Hours may be reduced during college breaks. The successful candidate will be detailed-oriented and possess excellent customer service skills. Position responsibilities include, but are not limited to: circulation services, shelve materials, perform basic reference, answer phones and monitor student workers. Qualifications: high school diploma or the equivalent and some library work experience; preferred: two-years of library work experience and knowledge of the Dewey Classification system. Submit cover letter, resume and list three employment references by January 19, 2007 to: Carissa M. DeLizio, Director of Library Services, Anthony A. Pupillo Library, Briarwood College, 2279 Mount Vernon Road, Southington, CT 06489 or email, delizioc@briarwood.edu.

Part-Time Cataloger - Norwalk Public Library

Part-Time Cataloger - Norwalk Public Library, Technical Services Dept. $24/hour. Qualifications: Master's Degree in Library Science. Ability to operate computers required. Experience desirable, especially familiarity with DDC, MARC, LC subject headings, and OCLC. Spanish or other language ability desirable. Duties: Performs both original and copy cataloging of print and non-print, adult and juvenile materials. Makes cataloging recommendations, prepares statistical reports. May supervise cataloging and bibliographic data entry, and processing of materials. Hours: 19.5 per week. Apply to: Frank Ferro, Assistant Director, Norwalk Public Library, 1 Belden Ave., Norwalk, CT 06850; 203-899-2780 x 126; fax 203-857-4410. E-mail: fferro@norwalkpubliclibr ary.org.

Librarian, Technology Services - Middlebury Public Library

Librarian, Technology Services - Full-time in a public library setting. Job requires strong technology skills with the ability to organize and direct all library functions, equipment and operations related to computer technology to troubleshoot and provide assistance with library automated circulation system. Maintain the library website. Work with the public at the circulation desk is also required. Public library experience recommended. Four year college degree required, MLS a plus. Evening and Saturday hours included. Send resume by January 15 to Library Director, Middlebury Public Library, 30 Crest Road, Middlebury, CT 06762.

Librarian, Technology and Reference - Groton Public Library

Librarian, Technology and Reference - Groton Public Library. Job responsibilities include information desk work, assisting customers with library technology, and maintenance and development of the Integrated Library System and other networks. Requires Master's Degree in Library Science and two years professional experience in library work. Knowledge of SIRSI a plus. Regular part-time, 20 hours/week, including evenings and Saturdays, starting pay $25.65 per hour. Applications are available in the Human Resources Office, Groton Town Hall, 45 Fort Hill Road, Groton, CT 06340 or at www.town.groton.ct.us. Applications must be returned on or before Friday, January 26, 2007.

City Librarian - Bridgeport Public Library

City Librarian - Bridgeport, CT. The Board of Directors of the Bridgeport Public Library is seeking an experienced Administrator with energy, vision, passion and commitment to quality public library service. Experience with successful fund raising and building projects is highly desirable. The City Librarian is responsible for strategic planning, facilities planning, budget development, as well as program development and implementation. In addition to the main library facility there are 4 branches (one about to be bid for extensive renovations), a total staff of 92 (70.6 FTEs) and an annual operating budget of $3,612,351. The largest city in the state, Bridgeport is an urban environment rich in diversity, home to 140,000 residents speaking more than 60 different languages. Successful candidates must have excellent verbal and written skills, demonstrated leadership ability and the ability to work collaboratively with Board, staff and community groups. In addition, the successful candidate must be able to articulate a vision of library services in the 21st century. The candidate will have an MLS from an ALA accredited institution and at least 7 years of progressively responsible administrative experience in mainly medium and large public libraries. Salary range is from $90,000-$100,000 with an excellent fringe benefit package. Submit resume to Bridgeport Public Library, Search Committee, 925 Broad Street, Bridgeport, CT 06604. Position is open until filled. Initial screening 1/8/2007. Arrangements can be made for an initial interview at ALA Mid-Winter in Seattle with Patricia L. Owens, Placement Consultant (570-673-8241) powens@frontiernet.net. Address questions regarding the recruitment to Ms. Owens. For more information about the Bridgeport Public Library, visit our website at www.bridgeportpubliclibrary.org. Bridgeport is located in beautiful Fairfield County in close proximity to New York City. The Bridgeport Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Library Assistant - Avon Free Public Library

Library Assistant - Avon Free Public Library, Avon, CT. HOURS: 22 hours per week, including an evening and Saturday rotation. SUMMARY JOB DESCRIPTION: Performs responsible and varied paraprofessional duties in the circulation of library books and materials; assists patrons, students, and staff in using library facilities, resources and services, and performs varied and responsible library clerical work. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: Performs circulation desk duties, including charging and discharging library materials, answers telephone calls and provides information as necessary. Assists patrons in the use of the library's catalogue and reference materials, answers reference questions as able; locates information or guides patrons to source materials. Performs work in various library units, including desk coverage duties, children's, reference, or as assigned. Performs general office clerical tasks. Regularly returns books and materials to shelves and storage sites. Periodically weeds collections, removing outdated or damaged books and materials. Participates in building the Library's collection of books, periodicals, and audio-visual equipment and materials. Evaluates library materials based on knowledge of community needs, review of professional journals and literature, and library policy. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The skills and knowledge required would generally be acquired with an Associate's Degree in Library Science, or graduation from high school with one year of public library experience, or an equivalent combination of education and library experience. Reports to the Circulation Supervisor. SALARY RANGE: $15.4790 - $17.0860 (hired after 7-1-96). APPLY TO: Human Resources Office, 60 West Main Street, Avon, CT 06001. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, December 20, 2006.

Library Assistant (Alternate Saturdays) - Avon Free Public Library

Library Assistant (Alternate Saturdays) - Avon Free Public Library, Avon, CT. Hours: Every other Saturday, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. SUMMARY JOB DESCRIPTION: Performs responsible and varied paraprofessional duties in the circulation of library books and materials; assists patrons, students, and staff in using library facilities, resources and services, and performs varied and responsible library clerical work. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: Performs circulation desk duties, including charging and discharging library materials, answers telephone calls and provides information as necessary. Assists patrons in the use of the library's catalogue and reference materials, answers reference questions as able; locates information or guides patrons to source materials. Performs work in various library units, including desk coverage duties, children's, reference, or as assigned. Performs general office clerical tasks. Regularly returns books and materials to shelves and storage sites. Periodically weeds collections, removing outdated or damaged books and materials. Participates in building the Library's collection of books, periodicals, and audio-visual equipment and materials. Evaluates library materials based on knowledge of community needs, review of professional journals and literature, and library policy. Reports to the Circulation Supervisor. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: The skills and knowledge required would generally be acquired with an Associate's Degree in Library Science, or graduation from high school with one year of public library experience, or an equivalent combination of education and library experience. SALARY: $15.47 per hour. APPLY TO: Human Resources Office, 60 West Main Street, Avon, CT 06001. APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, December 20, 2006.

Various Temporary Library Positions - Town of Cheshire

Various Temporary Library Positions - The Town of Cheshire invites qualified applicants for temporary Sunday positions to staff trial, 12 week Sunday program, beginning January 2007. 4 hours per Sunday. MLS preferred and experience in LCI libraries and SirsiDynix software system a plus to work Reference or Children's desks. Circulation clerks and pages also needed. MLS Librarians: $23.83/hr; non-MLS Librarians: $22.07/hr; Clerks: $13.54/hr; and Pages: $7.65/hr. Possible non-Sunday substitute opportunities. Cover letter with resume must be submitted by the close of business on December 15, 2006 to Louis A. Zullo, Personnel Director, at the Town Manager's Office, 84 South Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410. The Town of Cheshire is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

Library Clerk - North Haven Memorial Library

Library Clerk - 19 hour/week clerk position at the North Haven Memorial Library. The successful candidate should be able to perform a wide variety of clerical and library tasks and be able to meet the public courteously. Computer literacy a must and prior experience in a library a plus. The principal assignment for this position will be divided between the Children's and Adult areas of the library. Work schedule will include evening and Saturday hours with no exceptions. Salary: $12.04/hr. Apply in person at the Finance Office, Memorial Town Hall, 18 Church St., North Haven between the hours of 8:30 am and 4:00 pm Monday through Friday.

Part Time Reference Librarian - Sacred Heart University

Part Time Reference Librarian - Immediate Opening. The Ryan-Matura Library of Sacred Heart University seeks a part time evening/weekend reference librarian to provide reference service and supervise operations Saturdays from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Some flexibility is desirable for working as a substitute for other evening/weekend reference staff. Schedule varies during holidays, summer and intersessions. The part time reference librarians provide reference service to students, faculty, staff, and the general public using a collection of 23,000 reference, and approx.131,000 circulating volumes; 15,000 periodical titles in print and online; and a variety of online databases. May be called upon to provide organized instruction sessions. Requirements: Master's degree in library science from an ALA accredited institution. Ability to work with a variety of resources and subjects. Teaching ability. Outstanding interpersonal skills. Commitment to providing credible reference service. Please send cover letter, resume and the names, addresses and phone numbers of three professional references to Bill Brezovsky, Human Resources Department, Sacred Heart University, 5151 Park Ave., Fairfield, CT 06825 or by email to ResumesHR@SacredHeart.edu.

Librarian - The Fairfield Museum and History Center

Librarian - The Fairfield Museum and History Center in Fairfield, CT seeks an energetic and innovative librarian to lead the formation of a new research and special collection library. An initiative of the Fairfield Historical Society, the Fairfield Museum and History Center is a new 13,000 square foot museum, library and community education facility on Fairfield's historic Town Green that will open in September 2007. The librarian will guide the development of this important historical and genealogical library based on the century's-old collection of the Fairfield Historical Society. The 11,000-plus-volume library is recognized as one of the most outstanding historical repositories in the state, and includes rich collections of 18th and 19th century journals and manuscripts, rare books, architectural drawings, photographs, and genealogical resources. The librarian will be responsible for the administration, care, and management of all library collections of the Fairfield Museum and History Center and the oversight of public access to those collections. Job activities include cataloging resources and developing strategies for expanding public access to library collections, managing archival storage and working with staff to develop and implement student programs that encourage broad use of library resources. The librarian will also participate in collaborative initiatives with other local and regional libraries and will coordinate the application of new library information technologies that improve public access to the collection. Job Requirements: Masters degree from an accredited library program, experience or coursework in developing library based public programs, an outgoing personality and a willingness to work with users of all ages. Experience or coursework in historical and genealogical collections management, along with coursework in archival administration, and knowledge of current archival and information technology standards is desirable. Experience with database management is a plus. Ability to reach out and work with all levels of users and staff. Ability to set priorities, and work independently and collaboratively. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. This is a full-time, senior management position. Salary $47,000 with health and other benefits package. EOE. Please send a cover letter and detailed resume by January 15th to Librarian Search, Fairfield Museum and History Center, 636 Old Post Road, Fairfield, CT 06824. Fairfield, CT was recently voted by Money Magazine as one of the ten best places to live in the US. It is a culturally diverse community of 57,000, one hour from New York City, with two large universities, wonderful theaters, restaurants and quality of life.

Legislative Aide - Connecticut State Library

Legislative Aide - The Bill Room at Connecticut State Library, 231 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106. START DATE: January 3, 2007. SALARY: $71.86/day; $8.98/hour (subject to a slight increase). HOURS: M-F, 8-5 (negotiable - can accommodate class schedules and/or a part-time schedule). DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Learn the legislative process by working with highly skilled government professionals. The Bill Room at Connecticut State Library is part of the Law & Legislative Reference Department, which is the principal law library in the state system. We are located in the Supreme Court Building across the street from the State Capitol. We provide legal and legislative reference service to the Bench and the Bar, to State Agencies, students and faculty, and to the general public. The Legislative Aide visits legislative and gubernatorial offices on a daily basis to acquire timely legislative documents. Information from these are used in conjunction with data from "CGALites", the CT General Assembly's intranet, to track bills through the legislative process under direct supervision of Bill Room staff. Exposure to the legislative process can be arranged by scheduling visits to witness public hearings associated with particular legislation that is being passed. Organizes and distributes legislative documents to internal customers and members of the public. Creates and maintains a permanent archive of 2007 legislative documents and at times assists with archiving previous session bill file material. Paginates official documents and performs other duties as required. The Legislative Aide reports to the Bill Room Supervisor. QUALIFICATIONS: Extreme attention to detail, strong organizational skills, ability to interact with a broad spectrum of the public and to work with legislative, gubernatorial and judicial employees in a mature and professional manner. Comfort searching computer databases. Knowledge of or interest in learning the legislative process. Ability to work with a sense of urgency. END DATE: June 6, 2007. Please e-mail your resume to Steve Mirsky, Bill Room Supervisor and Law Librarian, at smirsky@cslib.org. Tel: 860-757-6537. Fax: 860-757-6594.

Reference Librarian - James Blackstone Library, Branford

Reference Librarian - The James Blackstone Memorial Library in Branford has an opening for a full-time (40 hours per week) Reference Librarian for a busy, service-oriented Reference Department. Candidates should have excellent customer service and reference skills and knowledge of Internet resources. Must be available to work weekdays, evenings and weekends (includes Saturdays and Sundays). Masters degree in Library Science required. Public library experience a plus. Salary is $18.50-$20.25 per hour depending on experience. Includes benefits. Email cover letter, resume and three references by December 22nd to library@blackstone.lioninc.org.

Assistant Children's Services Librarian - City of Bristol

Assistant Children's Services Librarian - Creates, implements and presents programs for children 0-12 years of age and child related programs for parents, caregivers and teachers. Assists parents, children and teachers in the selection of materials. Plans and conducts story hours, class visits, Summer Reading Program and other special programs for children to encourage reading, viewing and listening of library materials in an effort to create lifelong readers. Performs reference and reader's advisory in person, by telephone and via email, using a variety of formats. Provides service to the community and schools through programming, teacher collection services and other library services. Prepares and plans bulletin boards and book displays. Records appropriate statistics. Attends staff meetings, workshops and professional meetings of children's librarians. Evaluates reviews in professional journals and recommends purchase of materials. Recommends books for withdrawal. Evaluates the collection for currency and accuracy. Qualifications: Masters Degree in Library Science and course work in children's literature and child psychology OR Bachelor's Degree in education, child psychology or closely related field with one (1) year experience in library work. Requires excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills, intermediate level computer skills in MS Office Suite and design software. Requires knowledge of children's literature and reading interests and the ability to relate to children from preschool to middle school and their parents, teachers and caregivers. Artistic and creative talents necessary. Salary: $17.05/hr. Generous benefits. Send resume to: City of Bristol Personnel Department, Attn: CTL-LIB, 111 N. Main Street, Bristol, CT 06010. Closing Date/Time: 5:00 p.m., Friday, December 15, 2006. EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

Librarian II (Youth Librarian) - Town of Cheshire

Librarian II (Youth Librarian) - The Town of Cheshire invites creative and dynamic individuals to apply for the 25 hr/wk position of Librarian II - Youth Librarian (Classification: L-5) and join a growing team of innovative and energetic youth librarians. Must be capable of providing programming, reference and other required services to Cheshire's children, birth to teen. ALA/MLS required. Currently $22.84/hr. Could be higher pending union contract. Must be available mid-February 2007. Job description attached and also available at the Town Manager's Office. A letter of interest and resume and/or application must be submitted by the close of business on Friday, December 22, 2006, to Louis A. Zullo, Personnel Director, at the Town Manager's Office, 84 South Main Street, Cheshire, CT 06410. The Town of Cheshire is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, M/F/D/V.

Librarian - Fuss & O'Neill, Manchester

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 to Corina L. Estell, Human Resources, Fuss & O'Neill, 146 Hartford Road, Manchester, CT 06040 or email cestell@fando.com. EOE.

Multimedia Archivist - The Knights of Columbus

Multimedia Archivist - The Knights of Columbus, the world's largest lay Catholic organization with 1.7 million members worldwide, has an immediate opening for a multimedia archivist at its International Headquarters in New Haven, Connecticut. Responsibilities include: Maintaining digital archives of photographs and AV material. Digitizing material not yet in that format, as well as arrangement, description and preservation of the original material. Consolidating photo/AV archival material from various departments in house. Creating a searchable multimedia database. Must be able to coordinate with various in house departments and external vendors on deadline-oriented projects. A degree in information science or library science or equivalent with courses in archival studies and two years of related experience required. MIS or MLS preferred. We offer a competitive salary, health and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plan. To apply in confidence, please send your resume and salary history to: Knights of Columbus, 1 Columbus Plaza, New Haven, CT 06510 Attn: Human Resources. E-mail: humanresources@kofc.org. An Equal Opportunity Employer.