Showing posts with label special collections. Show all posts
Showing posts with label special collections. Show all posts

Monday, June 25, 2018

Special Collections Librarian - Pequot Library, Southport

Special Collections Librarian - Pequot Library, Southport. Search Re-opened. Full time, Permanent, Exempt. Work week: Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day). Total # of hours to be worked: 37.5. Occasional evenings and weekends when needed.
     Position Focus: Reporting to the Executive Director, the Special Collections Librarian directly oversees Pequot Library’s special collections (rare books, manuscripts, and archives) and research services, and coordinates the Library’s exhibitions that incorporate holdings from its Special Collections.
     Pequot Library’s Special Collections includes a broad selection of fine books, manuscripts, and archival holdings that reflect Early Americana, nature, science, literature and the Arts. The energetic and enthusiastic incumbent will manage Pequot’s Special Collections by exemplifying and promoting the highest service standards, and leveraging resources to provide excellent customer service throughout the library. S/he shares responsibility with the Executive Director and the Special Collections Committee for long-range strategic planning for these valued collections. The Special Collections Librarian fosters a creative, collaborative, and team-oriented work environment, and facilitates communication and coordination among the library staff.
     The Special Collections Librarian establishes and improves policies for Pequot Library in support of customer service, research, and learning by providing reliable, secure, and appropriate access to Pequot’s collections. In collaboration with the Manager of Public Programs, s/he helps plan strategic initiatives for Pequot Library that connect patrons and visitors to creative exhibition- and collection-related programming.
     Essential Duties: 1. Oversees all Special Collections operations (systems and workflows for facilities, security, preservation, and acquisitions), budget administration, and services (reference, reading room, cross-training, instruction, exhibitions). 2. Provides leadership and vision in the selection, organization, and ongoing management of the Library’s Special Collections. 3. Provides leadership in setting priorities, planning workflows, recommending changes to procedures and policies; resolves problems, interprets policies, generates statistics and reports, carries out projects. 4. Supervises interns, volunteers, and any support staff working on the day-to-day operations or special projects using the resources of Pequot’s Special Collections. 5. Works closely with Pequot Library’s Chief Librarian and Front Desk circulation staff to provide cross-training and consultation related to Special Collections policies and workflows. 6. Works closely with Pequot’s Public Programs Manager, Children’s Librarian, and Educational support staff in the creation of docent and school tour materials. 7. Works to collaborate with other staff, board and committee members to inspire long-term patrons and attract new audiences to Pequot’s Special Collections. 8. Collaborates with the Executive Director to deliver lectures, promotional and/or instructional sessions, and reference support in the use of Pequot’s Special Collections by the community and the public at large. 9. Oversees collection development, including: research and selection, donor relations, and acquisitions negotiations across a broad range of materials, including books, manuscripts, ephemera, broadsides, photographs, and other materials that enhance and support the mission of Pequot Library and its Special Collections. 10. Develops and maintains strong ties with other librarians in the community and across the region as well as specialists such as, but not limited to, staff at the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library at Yale University and certified archivists, to foster the effective growth and use of Pequot Library’s Special Collections. 11. Establishes, monitors and incorporates performance indicators to assess and improve the quality of services provided by Pequot’s Special Collections. 12. Make recommendations for the Special Collections budget and regularly monitors the operational budget. 13. Participates in overall Library planning, including the move of collections and transition of services in coordination with staff. 14. May be required to assist with disaster recovery efforts. 15. May perform other duties as assigned.
     Required Education and Experience: Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school and an undergraduate or graduate degree in literature, history, art, or a related field in the Humanities.
     Required Skills/Abilities: 1. Demonstrated commitment to excellence and innovation in developing programs for customer service and outreach, which includes curating exhibits and providing reference and instructional services. 2. Familiarity with a special collections environment comprised of archives, manuscripts, rare and antiquarian books, audio-visual materials, and ephemera as well as in acquiring, cataloging, processing, preserving, securing, and/or digitizing them. 3. Demonstrated ability working collegially, both collaboratively and independently. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications, analytical ability, and the ability to provide exceptional service to a diverse clientele.
     Preferred Education, Experience and Skills: 1. Advanced degree and/or relevant experience in Early Americana, literature, history, art, or a related field in the Humanities. 2. Record of professional development and service to the field of librarianship. 3. Demonstrated experience within a non-profit organization and rapidly-changing team environment. 4. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in a library and ability and achievement in working with staff and budgets. demonstrated problem solving skills, experience coordinating projects, and the ability to bring projects to fruition. 5. Experience managing both analog and digital materials.
     Posting Disclaimer: The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties by the Executive Director.
     Pequot Library is an equal opportunity employer. Pequot Library is a tobacco-free library. Salary commensurate with experience. Pequot Library offers a competitive benefits package. For more information about Pequot Library, visit www.pequotlibrary.org.
     Please send cover letter and résumé to Pequot Library, Special Collections Librarian Search Committee, 720 Pequot Avenue, Southport, CT. 06890 via email in one document with Special Collections Librarian in the subject line to jobs@pequotlibrary.org. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by Thursday, July 5, 2018.

Tuesday, March 06, 2018

Special Collections Librarian - Pequot Library, Southport

Special Collections Librarian - Pequot Library, Southport. Full time, Permanent, Exempt. Work week: Standard (M-F equal number of hours per day). Total # of hours to be worked: 37.5. Occasional evenings and weekends when needed.
     Position Focus: Reporting to the Executive Director, the Special Collections Librarian directly oversees Pequot Library's special collections (rare books, manuscripts, and archives) and research services, and coordinates the Library's exhibitions that incorporate holdings from its Special Collections.
     Pequot Library's Special Collections includes a broad selection of fine books, manuscripts, and archival holdings that reflect Early Americana, nature, science, literature and the Arts. The energetic and enthusiastic incumbent will manage Pequot's Special Collections by exemplifying and promoting the highest service standards, and leveraging resources to provide excellent customer service throughout the library. S/he shares responsibility with the Executive Director and the Special Collections Committee for long-range strategic planning for these valued collections. The Special Collections Librarian fosters a creative, collaborative, and team-oriented work environment, and facilitates communication and coordination among the library staff.
     The Special Collections Librarian establishes and improves policies for Pequot Library in support of customer service, research, and learning by providing reliable, secure, and appropriate access to Pequot's collections. In collaboration with the Manager of Public Programs, s/he helps plan strategic initiatives for Pequot Library that connect patrons and visitors to creative exhibition- and collection-related programming.
     Essential Duties: 1. Oversees all Special Collections operations (systems and workflows for facilities, security, preservation, and acquisitions), budget administration, and services (reference, reading room, cross-training, instruction, exhibitions). 2. Provides leadership and vision in the selection, organization, and ongoing management of the Library's Special Collections. 3. Provides leadership in setting priorities, planning workflows, recommending changes to procedures and policies; resolves problems, interprets policies, generates statistics and reports, carries out projects. 4. Supervises interns, volunteers, and any support staff working on the day-to-day operations or special projects using the resources of Pequot's Special Collections. 5. Works closely with Pequot Library's Chief Librarian and Front Desk circulation staff to provide cross-training and consultation related to Special Collections policies and workflows. 6. Works closely with Pequot's Public Programs Manager, Children's Librarian, and Educational support staff in the creation of docent and school tour materials. 7. Works to collaborate with other staff, board and committee members to inspire long-term patrons and attract new audiences to Pequot's Special Collections. 8. Collaborates with the Executive Director to deliver lectures, promotional and/or instructional sessions, and reference support in the use of Pequot's Special Collections by the community and the public at large. 9. Oversees collection development, including: research and selection, donor relations, and acquisitions negotiations across a broad range of materials, including books, manuscripts, ephemera, broadsides, photographs, and other materials that enhance and support the mission of Pequot Library and its Special Collections. 10. Develops and maintains strong ties with other librarians in the community and across the region as well as specialists such as, but not limited to, staff at the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library at Yale University and certified archivists, to foster the effective growth and use of Pequot Library's Special Collections. 11. Establishes, monitors and incorporates performance indicators to assess and improve the quality of services provided by Pequot's Special Collections. 12. Make recommendations for the Special Collections budget and regularly monitors the operational budget. 13. Participates in overall Library planning, including the move of collections and transition of services in coordination with staff. 14. May be required to assist with disaster recovery efforts. 15. May perform other duties as assigned.
     Required Education and Experience: Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school and an undergraduate or graduate degree in literature, history, art, or a related field in the Humanities.
     Required Skills/Abilities: 1: Demonstrated commitment to excellence and innovation in developing programs for customer service and outreach, which includes curating exhibits and providing reference and instructional services. 2: Familiarity with a special collections environment comprised of archives, manuscripts, rare and antiquarian books, audio-visual materials, and ephemera as well as in acquiring, cataloging, processing, preserving, securing, and/or digitizing them. 3: Demonstrated ability working collegially, both collaboratively and independently. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications, analytical ability, and the ability to provide exceptional service to a diverse clientele.
     Preferred Education, Experience and Skills: 1: Advanced degree and/or relevant experience in Early Americana, literature, history, art, or a related field in the Humanities. 2: Record of professional development and service to the field of librarianship. 3: Demonstrated experience within a non-profit organization and rapidly-changing team environment. 4: Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in a library and ability and achievement in working with staff and budgets. demonstrated problem solving skills, experience coordinating projects, and the ability to bring projects to fruition. 5: Experience managing both analog and digital materials.
     Posting Disclaimer: The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the essential functions that will be required of the position and should not be construed as a declaration of specific duties and responsibilities of the particular position. Employees will be assigned specific job-related duties by the Executive Director.
     Pequot Library is an equal opportunity employer. Pequot Library is a tobacco-free library. Salary commensurate with experience. Pequot Library offers a competitive benefits package. For more information about Pequot Library, visit www.pequotlibrary.org.
     Please send cover letter and résumé to Pequot Library, Special Collections Librarian Search Committee, 720 Pequot Avenue, Southport, CT. 06890 via email in one document with Special Collections Librarian in the subject line to director@pequotlibrary.org. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply by Wednesday, April 4, 2018.

Tuesday, November 14, 2017

Director of Special Collections and Archives - Trinity College

Director of Special Collections and Archives - Trinity College in Hartford Connecticut has an exciting opportunity for the Director of Special Collections and Archives, Watkinson Library. Founded in 1858, the Watkinson houses outstanding collections of Americana, European history and ornithology. Trinity now seeks a dynamic individual to take this historic library into its next phase. The Director reports to the Vice President of Information Services & CIO and is responsible for providing leadership, planning and management of the Library’s special collections, focusing on the promotion, preservation and development of the Watkinson Library and Trinity College Archives. The successful candidate must have a proven track record of engaging in active outreach and instruction to reinforce the importance of primary resource material for teaching and learning; provides research and teaching access to the collections and collaborates in the planning and implementation of new technologies that enhance discoverability and access. Will promote and interpret collections through innovative and engaging physical and digital exhibitions, educational programming, social media and other creative means. Responsibilities also include engagement in donor activities, representing the Library in appropriate local, regional and national venues, reporting out to the Watkinson board and serving as a member of the highly collaborative Information Services leadership team. The director manages two associate curators and one support staff. Please see https://trincoll.peopleadmin.com/postings/1487 to read more about this opportunity and to apply.

Monday, September 18, 2017

Associate Director, Arts Library Special Collections - Yale University Library

Associate Director, Arts Library Special Collections - Yale University Library, New Haven, CT. Requisition: 45714BR. http://bit.ly/2xF8jdX
     Yale University offers exciting opportunities for achievement and growth in New Haven, Connecticut.  Conveniently located between Boston and New York, New Haven is the creative capital of Connecticut with cultural resources that include two major art museums, a critically-acclaimed repertory theater, state-of-the-art concert hall, and world-renowned schools of Architecture, Art, Drama, and Music.
     Position Focus: Reporting to the Director of the Robert B. Haas Family Arts Library, the Associate Director for Arts Library Special Collections (ALSC) directly oversees ALSC’s collections and research services and instruction program; coordinates the Art Library’s exhibits and events program; and directs the Yale University Library’s Bibliographical Press program. Arts Library Special Collections includes a broad selection of fine press and artists’ books, manuscript and archival holdings related to the book arts, and manuscript and archival holdings related to theatrical productions. The collection also includes the Faber Birren Collection of Books on Color and the Yale Bookplate collection of ex-libris prints and process materials.
     The incumbent manages the Special Collections unit by promoting and instilling the highest service standards, and leverages the unit’s resources to provide excellent customer service throughout the library. S/he shares responsibility with the Arts Library Management Team for long-range strategic planning for the library; fosters a creative, collaborative, and team-oriented work environment; and facilitates communication and coordination between Arts Library staff members and other units of the Yale University Library System.
     The Associate Director establishes and improves policies for the ALSC in support of learning and research through the provision of reliable, secure, and convenient access to ALSC collections physically and virtually. In coordination with the Associate Director for Access and Research Services, helps plan strategic initiatives for the Arts Library Digital Services unit that connect researchers to digital collections, technologies, and subject specialists.
     Required Education, Skills and Experience: Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited library school and an undergraduate or graduate degree in the visual arts, art history, architecture, or a related field. A minimum of five years of professional experience are required. Demonstrated ability to provide leadership in a research library and ability and achievement in managing staff and budgets. Demonstrated problem solving skills, experience coordinating projects, and the ability to bring projects to fruition. Familiarity with a special collections environment comprised of archives, manuscripts, rare and antiquarian books, audio-visual materials, and ephemera as well as in acquiring, cataloging, processing, preserving, securing, and/or digitizing them. Experience managing both analog and digital materials. Demonstrated ability working collegially, both collaboratively and independently, within a complex organization and rapidly-changing team environment. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communications, analytical ability, and the ability to provide exceptional service to a diverse clientele. Demonstrated commitment to excellence and innovation in developing programs for customer service and outreach, which includes curating exhibits and providing reference and instruction.
     Yale University assigns ranks to librarian positions based on a combination of professional experience and accomplishments. Librarian ranking information can be found at: http://www.library.yale.edu/about/departments/lhr/rank.html.
     Preferred Education, Skills and Experience: Advanced degree and/or relevant experience in the visual arts, art history, architecture, drama/theater, or a related field. Experience in an academic library environment. Record of professional development and service to the field of librarianship.
     The University and the Library: The Yale University Library, as one of the world's leading research libraries, collects, organizes, preserves, and provides access to and services for a rich and unique record of human thought and creativity. It fosters intellectual growth and supports the teaching and research missions of Yale University and scholarly communities worldwide. A distinctive strength is its rich spectrum of resources, including around 15 million volumes and information in all media, ranging from ancient papyri to early printed books to electronic databases. The Library is engaging in numerous projects to expand access to its physical and digital collections. Housed in eighteen buildings including the Sterling Memorial Library, the Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library, the Center for Science and Social Science Information, and the Bass Library, it employs a dynamic and diverse staff of approximately five hundred who offer innovative and flexible services to library readers. For additional information on the Yale University Library, please visit the Library's web site at www.library.yale.edu.
     The Robert B. Haas Family Arts Library: The Haas Family Arts Library at Yale consists of collections from three formerly-separate operating units: Art and Architecture, Arts of the Book, and Drama. Now located under one roof, these libraries support arts-area programming at Yale, including the Schools of Architecture, Art, and Drama, and the department of the History of Art, as well as the teaching and research needs of the Yale community beyond the visual arts. In addition, the Arts Library houses several prominent archival and special collections in Art and Architecture, Arts of the Book, and Drama, ranging from type specimens and woodblocks to theatrical archives to one of the world's foremost collection of books on color. For additional information on the Haas Family Arts Library, please visit http://www.library.yale.edu/arts/.
     Salary and Benefits: We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country's great workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with a wide variety of insurance choices, liberal paid time off, fantastic family and educational benefits, a variety of retirement benefits, extensive recreational facilities, and much more.
     How to Apply: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications, consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references should be submitted by applying online at http://bit.ly/2xF8jdX.
     Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.

Thursday, May 28, 2015

Librarian/Archivist - Windsor Historical Society


DUTIES:   Administer an 8,000 volume library with an additional 1800 linear feet of archival materials. Strengths include published genealogies of Windsor families; local and regional histories; cemetery records and vital records; town reports; local newspapers and yearbooks; account books; family papers; maps; and extensive photographic collections. The Society actively collects; the Librarian/Archivist solicits library materials and handles acquisition, arrangement and description, preservation, digitization, and reference services for these items.  Researchers include genealogists, teachers and students, in-house staff, and community members. The Librarian/Archivist strives to make the library’s resources more accessible and better utilized. Duties will include, but not be limited to the following:

I. Collections Management

Adhere to the precepts of the Collection Management Policy and serve on the Collections Committee

Maintain collections database, object and donor files, and library catalog

Create cataloging records, finding aids, and collection guides

Identify, prioritize, and implement preservation and digitization projects guided by current trends and technologies

Convert existing finding aids to EAD for inclusion in online portals

Participate in upcoming Agency Automation Project which may involve transitioning from PastPerfect database to new database

Serve as project liaison to the CLHO Connecticut Collections Database and Access portal if funded by IMLS

Produce preservation-related grant proposals in consultation with Director

Work with colleagues to update disaster preparedness and response plans

II. Visitor Services/Interpretation/Programming

Direct day-to-day operation of the Society’s library

Respond to on-site and email reference requests including many from genealogists

Train and supervise interns and volunteers  in collection processing, research, reference

Inspire public awareness and appreciation for library resources. Work collaboratively with colleagues to provide content for and incorporate archival materials into publications,  newsletter, exhibits, educational programs, social media, and the website

Advocate for, develop, and implement library and genealogy-related public programming.

Serve as a member of staff program planning team

Work one Saturday per month; be able to give basic tour of historic houses

Keep abreast of present and future community needs and develop library collections and services to fit evolving audiences

QUALIFICATIONS:  MLS from ALA accredited library school and minimum of two years increasingly responsible experience in an archives or library. The ideal candidate has knowledge of current archival management best practices, an ease with related technologies, and will bring a passion for connecting the Society’s library resources with broad and increasing audiences. Excellent organizational, communication, technical, and research skills required, and the ability to work effectively with library users of all ages. Must work independently and collaboratively, lift cartons weighing up to 40 lbs. Knowledge of PastPerfect software helpful. 28 hours per week, salary range $18-$21/hour; some schedule flexibility, vacation benefits. Resume, cover letter, references, and writing sample to Christine Ermenc cermenc@windsorhistoricalsociety.org by June 19.

Thursday, January 22, 2015

Manager, IT - Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Yale University, New Haven

Manager, IT - Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library, Yale University, New Haven. Position Focus: Reporting to the Director of the Beinecke Rare Book & Manuscript Library, the Head of Technology provides vision, leadership, and strategic direction for all aspects of library technology at the Beinecke. The Head directs software planning, development and deployment; technology infrastructure planning, implementation and support; and database technologies for the Beinecke Library. Represents the Beinecke Library’s technology interests within the University Library and broader University and collaborates closely with these departments to support the mission of the Beinecke Library. Provides strategic and tactical analysis concerning the Beinecke Library’s technology requirements and goals based on a strong understanding of industry trends and the higher education environment. Works collaboratively with Beinecke Library staff to develop requirements for technology-based tools and productivity enhancements in support of Beinecke’s strategic plans and programs for user services. Fills in for and assists direct reports on an as needed basis. Leads efforts to develop technology-based tools designed to enrich the research experience of patrons of the Beinecke Library. Directs the development or acquisition and implementation of software for the Beinecke Library, including client-server database applications as well as web-based systems and applications. Serves as a leader in project and task prioritization as it relates to IT requests across the different units in the Beinecke. Working closely with University Library IT and University IT, is responsible for and takes a lead role in maintaining servers that support Beinecke-centric applications. This includes web servers, database servers, and workflow production servers. In collaboration with the Head of Digital Services, oversees and supports the computing infrastructure, storage, and workflow automation in use by the Beinecke Library’s digital scanning operation and explores opportunities for continuous improvement. Collaborates closely with staff in the Library and University ITS on matters of campus-wide strategy, planning, and implementation related to the life cycle management of digital content and the development of new services associated with access to the Beinecke Library’s digital content. Supports library wide efforts to develop technologies that measure and analyze metrics that emphasize performance, sustainability, and usability of tools and platforms. Required Education, Skills and Experience: Bachelor's Degree in a relevant technical field and six years of related technical experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Demonstrable interpersonal, analytical, and project management skills in a service-oriented environment. Demonstrated ability to identify and analyze problems, especially in the context of technology initiatives related to special collections. Excellent management skills with a strong commitment to fostering growth and development of others. Demonstrated ability in working with large-scale transition management, and workflow analysis and improvement. Demonstrated experience with Linux or Windows server implementation and administration, database planning, development, implementation, and administration; experience with software development for networked and web applications, including database-driven web application programming and development. Demonstrated ability to work effectively and collaboratively to develop productive partnerships within/across organizations. Effective ability in developing innovative processes and solutions with a team-based approach. Preferred Education, Skills and Experience: Master’s degree in library science, computer science, humanities computing or a related field. Project management training. Experience in the following: working in a library, academic institution, or other non-profit computing operation; implementing discovery systems and digital repositories; database administration and programming. Web dev.; .Net using C# or Visual Basic, and/or Java; user-facing web standards/platforms; library software; search platforms (i.e. Apache Solr); web server software. Salary and Benefits: We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country's great workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is among the best anywhere, with a wide variety of insurance choices, liberal paid time off, fantastic family and educational benefits, a variety of retirement benefits, extensive recreational facilities, and much more. How to apply: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications, consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references should be submitted by applying online at http://www.yale.edu/jobs. The STARS req. ID for this position is 28736BR. Please be sure to reference 28736BR in your cover letter. Yale University considers applicants for employment without regard to, and does not discriminate on the basis of an individual’s sex, race, color, religion, age, disability, status as a veteran, or national or ethnic origin; nor does Yale discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation or gender identity or expression.

Friday, September 19, 2014

Digital Projects Librarian - Wesleyan University, Middletown

Digital Projects Librarian - Wesleyan University, Middletown. This position is responsible for heading the Library Digital Projects Lab, including the selection, prioritization, digitization, preservation and access to unique, world-class Wesleyan collections for the use of students, faculty and researchers. The collections selected will not be commercially available or digitized elsewhere, and will be of significant scholarly value within and outside Wesleyan. The Digital Projects Librarian will work with librarians and faculty members to select collections to be digitized that will be of benefit to their courses, assignments and faculty-student research projects. Supervise the operations of the Library Digital Projects lab, including the work of lab student workers and/or interns; Work with Special Collections & Archives, the World Music Archives, library liaisons, Academic Computing Managers, and faculty to select and prioritize for digitization unique Wesleyan collections for use in student and/or faculty research and assignments; Work with the University Archivist, Head of Cataloging and others to make accessible and preserve digitized collections, ensuring that they meet emerging national standards and comply with copyright and privacy laws; Establish digitization policies and procedures, and share these with other digitization initiatives within and outside Wesleyan; Develop and maintain professional relationships within the CTW Consortium and other institutions, exploring the possibilities of sharing processes, staff, and collections; Keep abreast of trends in the creation, maintenance and migration of digital collections, with a view to improving procedures, preservation and access; Participate in library and University committees and initiatives as appropriate. Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree in library science required; 1-2 years’ experience working with library systems in an academic library, and a high degree of comfort learning new systems and processes; Demonstrated ability and experience collaborating with a variety of constituencies within an academic institution; Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively online and in person using a variety of media; Experience collaborating and working in a team environment. Apply to https://careers.wesleyan.edu/postings/4566. Additional Information: Any and all offers to external applicants are contingent on the candidate’s completion of a pre-employment background check screening to the satisfaction of Wesleyan University. Wesleyan University is an equal-opportunity and affirmative-action employer and welcomes applications from women and members of historically underrepresented minority groups. Wesleyan recognizes the value individual and group differences contribute to the learning environment and to scholarship. Wesleyan University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or age in its programs and activities. Title IX and ADA/504 Coordinator: Antonio Farias, Chief Diversity Officer, 860-685-2764. – Affirmative Action Office.