Library and Information Science

Librarian

This Position is NOT eligible for Full-Time Status or remote work

Are you a youth services librarian who enjoys working as part of a team? We’re looking for a part-time staff member to help our amazing Children’s Library staff provide for all patrons an inclusive, welcoming environment of intellectual enrichment, creativity and enjoyment, and a forum to exchange ideas by providing top-tier programs, materials, services, and community support.

Basic Duties as part of the Children’s Library team:

Provide Reference and Readers’ Advisory Services, with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Develop and Implement virtual and in-person library programs and services for children, teens, and families with an emphasis on incorporating STEM skills and activities.
Partner with community organizations and work with local schools and early learning facilities to meet the needs of the youth in our community.
Assist in the development and promotion of the Children’s Library materials collection.

Qualifications:

Must have completed Master’s Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited college or university.
Evening and weekend availability.
New hires are subject to fingerprinting and a background check upon acceptance of an offer of employment; evaluation at 12 weeks and 12 months.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job the employee: may be frequently required to move and/or lift materials up to 25 pounds and push a loaded book truck weighing up to 300 pounds; regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crawl, reach, climb, balance, and sit; operate a keyboard at efficient speed and typical office equipment, including computer hardware; regularly required to talk and/or hear; use hands to operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. Vision and hearing at or correctable to “normal ranges.” Occasionally required to attend off-site meetings. Occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions.

Mt. Lebanon will make reasonable accommodations to assure access to all persons. If because of a disability you require an accommodation, please contact Bonnie Cross, Human Resources Director, at 412-343-3400.

Librarian

Description:

Are you a librarian who enjoys working with older adults? We’re looking for a motivated self-starter with a passion for public library service to join our team of adult library staff and provide for all patrons an inclusive, welcoming environment of intellectual enrichment, creativity and enjoyment, and a forum to exchange ideas by providing top-tier programs, materials, services, and community support.

Basic Duties:

Provide Reference and Readers’ Advisory Services, with the ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
Develop and Implement virtual and in-person library programs and services.
Network, Partner, and Collaborate with community organizations, especially those serving seniors and older adults.
Assist in the development and promotion of the library materials collection.
Advocate for older adult patrons with the entire library staff, educating the staff about how the aging process affects older adults.
Establish long- and short-term goals and objectives for older adult services within the framework of the library’s strategic plan.

Qualifications:

Must have completed Master’s Degree in Library Science or Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited college or university.
Evening and weekend availability.
New hires are subject to fingerprinting and a background check upon acceptance of an offer of employment; evaluation at 12 weeks and 12 months.

Physical Requirements:

Information Literacy Librarian

The Waidner-Spahr Library of Dickinson College seeks an Information Literacy Librarian to join our user-focused, creative, and collaborative staff in our mission to teach critical approaches to information necessary for students’ academic success, professional accomplishment, and lifelong learning. The ideal candidate will be a flexible instructor with strong communication skills who is committed to the educational success of our undergraduate student body. Responsibilities include teaching a variety of information literacy sessions for students in diverse subject areas including First Year Seminars; contributing to the development, promotion, and assessment of Research & Instructional Services team goals and initiatives; engaging in a community of practice with other information literacy librarians; and developing educational programs that cultivate critical information literacy including an awareness of inequities in information access and organization. The Information Literacy Librarian maintains regular and frequent contact with faculty as liaison to various academic departments and contributes to faculty development initiatives that seek to promote the teaching of information literacy across the curriculum. This librarian also provides on-call reference and in-depth research consultation services.

Library staff are highly collegial and actively engaged in the life of the College, community, and the library profession at large. We provide strong financial support for ongoing learning, professional development, and conference attendance both in-person and virtual. The College supports the work-life balance needs of staff by offering an excellent benefits package, including College-paid retirement contribution, and an employee wellness program. Employees enjoy free access to the Kline Fitness Center; free parking; tuition benefits; a homebuyer program; and more. Work-from-home days are possible for this position, and funding for relocation is available. Information on benefits is available at: https://www.dickinson.edu/homepage/1261/benefits.

Carlisle, PA is a vibrant historic town with diverse boutiques, breweries, and eateries, as well as a first-rate weekly farmers’ market. In addition to Dickinson, Carlisle is home to Penn State Dickinson Law and the U.S. Army War College. We are a convenient day trip from Baltimore, Philadelphia, and Washington, DC. Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy our proximity to the Appalachian Trail, miles of other hiking and biking trails, and world-renowned fly-fishing streams. Carlisle was one of ten communities across the country to receive a 2021 All-American City Award from the National Civic League, was voted among USA Today’s Best Historic Small Towns (2022), and is a Sustainable Pennsylvania Certified Platinum Community (2022).

This is a 12-month, full-time position available July 1, with an anticipated start in August. Review of applications will begin June 5, but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Dickinson College is committed to building a representative and diverse faculty, staff, and student body. We encourage applications from all qualified persons.

Director of Oncology Nursing History Center

ONS is a professional association that represents 100,000 nurses and is the professional home to more than 35,000 members. ONS is committed to promoting excellence in oncology nursing and the transformation of cancer care. Since 1975, ONS has provided a professional community for oncology nurses, developed evidence-based education programs and treatment information, and advocated for patient care to improve the quality of life and outcomes for patients with cancer and their families. Learn more at ons.org.

The Director of the Oncology Nursing History Center creates and implements the plan to develop and manage the Oncology Nursing History Center which will present and preserve the history of cancer nursing, honor the establishment and evolution of the Oncology Nursing Society, and serve as a foundation to inspire the future and ongoing development of oncology nurses and patient care.

This is a REMOTE (work-from-home) position. However, due to regular work in the local headquarters (located in Pittsburgh, PA), only local candidates will be considered. Additional occasional travel throughout the year may be required.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the administration and coordination of all activities relating to the Oncology Nursing History Center: its archives, artifact collections, web site, outreach and budget. Supervises, evaluates, hires, and trains staff and volunteers as needed. Plans, organizes, directs, schedules, and executes the work of the History Center.
Develops and implements the History Center’s strategic goals, including its collections strategy. Works with the ONS Senior Leadership Team to define, outline, and implement History Center goals to align with the Enterprise’s near and long-term plans.
Oversees the on-going digitization of the collections and their management. Grows the collections, with an emphasis on pro-active solicitation of materials, notably oral and video histories.

Collections Policy, Plan, and Management

Develops, implements, reviews and submits for Board approval the Collections Policy and Plan. Assures that all policies and procedures reflect current professional archival and museum practices and standards.
Leads and supervises the staff that executes the essential work of the History Center which centers around its various collections – their acquisition, cataloging, preservation and use. Develops collections’ management procedures to integrate with the History Center’s Collections Management System (CMS). The Director serves as the CMS administrator. Ensures the accuracy and completeness of collections records by reviewing, updating, implementing, and enforcing adherence to accepted data standards and authority files. Works with Facilities Department to develop, maintain, and implement Integrated Pest Management Policy and Disaster Preparedness Plan.

Fundraising

Works with the Oncology Nursing Foundation to prepare, implement, and report on grants supporting the History Center. Supports the Oncology Nursing Foundation staff, when called upon, to meet with potential donors and promote the work of the History Center.

Qualifications and Skills

Master’s Degree in MLIS from an ALA-accredited program or closely related specialty
Ten (10 years of collection management experience, including at least five (5) years of management/supervisory experience leading a relevant department or team.
Thorough knowledge of best practices in collections management, registration methods, fundamental archival and museum practices, policies, and preservation procedures.
Strong familiarity with nursing, oncology nursing, cancer care preferred
Background within an archival, museum, or scholarly setting preferred
Grant writing experience preferred

Be a part of our organization

With a mission that is truly meaningful and makes a difference in people’s lives, you’ll find ONS to be a special place to work. Your support and commitment to providing nurses with an environment of continuous learning and patient advocacy is something you will be proud of.

Pay Range

Oncology Nursing Society uses a market-based approach to pay. Pay rates are established considering the following factors: federal, state, and local minimum wage requirements, job-related skills, experience, qualifications, and market conditions. Our ranges may be modified periodically based on market analysis.

Anticipated Starting Pay Range: $94,153 to $105,922

Enjoy What Matters Most to You

Continuing Education Allowance
Flexible Schedules
Generous Time Off
Health and Dental Benefits
Modern Eco-Friendly Facility
On-Site Gym and Fitness Center
Travel Opportunities

ONS is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender expression, gender identity, protected veteran or military status, and other categories protected by federal, state, or local law. We value the experience and contributions of all employees and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We believe the more inclusive we are, our company will be better.

Resident Librarian

American University Library invites early career librarians to apply for its Resident Librarian Program. Participants will be appointed at the rank of Assistant Librarian (term faculty) with a two-year contract that is renewable for one additional year. Two positions are available. The program is designed to provide those from traditionally underrepresented groups an opportunity to jump start their career in academic librarianship and a chance to explore emerging areas of interest. The Resident Librarians will be based in the Research, Teaching, and Learning (RTL) unit of the library and will provide instruction, research support, and outreach for undergraduate students. More information can be found here: https://apply.interfolio.com/124409.

Scholarly Communications Librarian

Join a team of collaborative and creative library faculty at Colby College! Be a part of the growing movement toward more open and inclusive scholarship and teaching. The Colby College Libraries invite applications for the position of Scholarly Communications Librarian.

Overview and Primary Objectives

The Scholarly Communications Librarian is a faculty librarian position with teaching responsibilities and is a member of the Digital Initiatives (DI) team. The Librarian serves as the Libraries’ expert on scholarly communication, including alternative publishing models, scholarly visibility and impact, online identity management, open educational resources, and equitable access to the College’s scholarly output. The Scholarly Communications Librarian will develop and implement educational programs, support metadata creation for digital assets, and serve as an advisor for researchers (as well as library staff) on scholarly communications and digital scholarship issues.

The Scholarly Communications Librarian will collaborate with the Digital Archives Librarian to manage and develop the College’s institutional repositories. The Scholarly Communications Librarian will also collaborate closely with colleagues in other departments, including Collections Management and Special Collections and Archives, on open access, metadata standards and the preservation of, and discovery and access to, the scholarly output of the College.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Assistant Director for Digital Initiatives and in collaboration with other colleagues in the Libraries and across Colby College, the Scholarly Communications Librarian is responsible for activities in the following areas:

Develops a comprehensive scholarly communication roadmap.
Manages a scholarly communications project portfolio for Colby College Libraries and across campus.
Working in partnership with the College Archivist and the Digital Archives Librarian, the Scholarly Communications Librarian coordinates the ongoing acquisition of scholarly output, related cataloging/metadata, management of collections, and development of access and usage policies.

Teaching and Learning

Advises faculty, students, and staff on strategies to better manage, describe, preserve, and make available their scholarly work.
Develops educational programs and materials in support of scholarly communication and digital scholarship.
Collaboratively develops, implements, and assesses metadata creation and use for digital assets.
Engages in instruction—and acts as a liaison—in one or more academic and/or administrative departments.
Responds to patron inquiries regarding our digital collections and assists with general reference services.

Leadership and Management

Assists the Digital Archives Librarian in managing and developing the College’s institutional repository.
Fosters positive relations with faculty, students, and staff and promotes the Libraries’ commitment to diversity.
May supervise student workers.

Service and Scholarship

Participates in committees and working groups within the Libraries, the College, and with institutional peers
Contributes to the developments in the field and represents the Libraries at relevant professional meetings and conferences

Key Relationships

The Scholarly Communications Librarian engages regularly and closely with all colleagues and programs in the Colby Libraries. As a representative of the Libraries, the Scholarly Communication Librarian creates and strengthens relationships with administrators and staff across campus, alumni, community partners, and professional peers throughout Maine and beyond.

Application Instructions

To apply, please submit applications through Interfolio. Please include cover letter, CV, and contact information for three confidential references. Review of materials will begin on May 19, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. For further information, contact Darylyne Provost, chair of the search committee (darylyne.provost@colby.edu).

Curatorial Internship

As a Curatorial Intern, you will be provided hands-on experience in the area of curatorial inventory processes, as well as researching and developing interpretation materials related to The Library’s curatorial collection.

You will be provided learning opportunities for fundamental growth with hands-on experience and overall exposure in several areas of curatorial work, project management, research, and communication skills. The Curatorial Intern will learn standard practices for preserving material culture and archival materials.

Educational Requirements/Qualifications:

Education: Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or Master’s program pursuing a degree in Museum Studies, American Studies, History, or a related field.

Educational Milestones: In this role, you will have the opportunity to grow in your educational milestones by learning:

· Standard practices for preserving material culture and archival materials.

· Project management through researching, planning, and implementing the curatorial inventory project.

· How to develop and demonstrate effective communication skills in a work environment through team meetings and through contact with The Library Board’s Curatorial subcommittee members.

Experience:

Currently enrolled in a bachelor’s or master’s program pursuing a degree in Museum Studies, American Studies, History, or a related field.
Required Skills:

· Requires independent transportation to library

· Must be able to work independently and proactively

· Able to prioritize and coordinate multiple tasks effectively.

· Must be willing to receive and provide feedback in order to learn and grow professionally.

· Able to interact positively with employees and management.

· Must be 18 years of age or older.

Please submit resume to human_resources@dcls.org. You will be required to complete an Application/Letter of Agreement and an Internship Opportunity Form based on the internship you are seeking to participate.

Metadata Librarian

Bailey Library at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania seeks a one-year, part-time temporary (75% / 27 Hours a Week), nine-month faculty Metadata Librarian. This position is responsible for the creation and maintenance of the library catalog as a gateway to all formats of library acquired information resources. In addition, this position participates in the weekly rotation of research services and may serve as a subject liaison.

This position is open to library professionals and library science students that will complete their MLIS by the start date (8/21/2023).

Full consideration will be given to applications received by May 19, 2023. Search committee chair Rocco Cremonese (rocco.cremonese@sru.edu) is happy to answer questions related to the position. The complete Metadata Librarian position description, qualifications, and application instructions can be found at: https://careers.sru.edu/postings/8985

Adult Programming Coordinator

This is a full time exempt position, 40 hours per week. Candidates must be available to work budgeted hours primarily Monday through Friday from 8:30-5:00 but occasionally during other open hours of the library: Current hours are Monday through Thursday 8:30am – 9:00pm, Friday 8:30am – 8:00pm, Saturday 8:30am – 7:00pm, and Sunday 10:00am – 6:00pm. As a condition of employment, work schedules may change as necessary to best provide user services and to meet the Library’s responsibility to the citizens of Greene County.

Full time benefits include Vacation, Sick and holiday pay. LAGER’s Retirement, Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Employee Assistance Program, Telehealth and retirement savings plan are also available.

This position requires an MLS or MLIS degree, from an ALA accredited institution or related Master’s degree. To be considered for this position TRANSCRIPTS MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION. All candidates for employment must be at least 16 years old.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment

Essential Functions

· Plans, develops and evaluates district-wide programs for adults

· Identifies interests and needs of the community for district-wide adult programming

· Explores and develops relationships in the community with potential program presenters

· Collaborates with Planning and Development Librarian to select exhibits, program opportunities, and author events as well as assist in applications and procedures necessary to procure them

· Coordinates Big Read/One Read and Summer Reading Program for adults district wide; may serve as Committee Chair or member for these committees

· Assists with branch programming as needed

· Coordinates with Community Relations to market adult programming

· Organizes and maintains program information as a resource to be used by library staff

· Researches best practices and trends in adult programming and disseminates the information to other library staff

· Reports monthly statistics to the Business Office

· Responds to inquiries from businesses, agencies and organizations seeking to present programs at the library

· Assists with rooms set up for use during library sponsored or coordinated adult programming

· Mentors staff responsible for adult programs throughout the District

· Serves as member of Support Staff

· Interprets and implements the Library’s General Conduct Policy

· Timeliness: The employee must be punctual and timely in arriving to work and completing tasks. The employee must also be capable of working all of the hours in their assigned shift.

· Ability to work with others and the general public: It is essential that individual who works in this position have the ability to work and interact in a cooperative, pleasant, and constructive manner with others.

· This job description is not intended to be all inclusive; employee may be required to perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Library.

Skills/Job Knowledge

· Excellent communications skills, oral and written

· Ability to effectively listen to and respond to patron inquiries

· Effective problem solving and decision-making skills

· Ability to give public presentations

· Ability to perform essential job functions during times of high public usage

· Basic knowledge library policies and functions

· Computer and keyboard skills

· Ability to operate various audiovisual, computer and teleconferencing equipment

· Advanced knowledge of Internet functionality

Education/Experience

· MLS or MLIS degree, from an ALA accredited institution or related Master’s degree

· Public Library experience

· Experience in creating and presenting adult programming

Contact

· Extensive contact with the public in person, over the telephone, and through email

· Works closely with other branch personnel

· Routine telephone and email contact with other departments and branches

· Occasional work with other branch departments

Supervision

· Supervised by Executive Director

Physical Demands

· Computer keyboard usage for extended periods of time

· Physical mobility to move between work stations

· Performs bending, squatting, kneeling and reaching from floor level to 6 feet in height

· Routine lifting of library material weighing up to 50 lbs.

Working Environment

· Primarily indoors, with heating and cooling regulated, in a general library environment

Miscellaneous Requirements

· Must pass a security background check

The vision for the Springfield-Greene County Library is to be a thriving Library that is an integral part of the lives of the community. Library employees will be expected to embrace the following values:

Synergy – To produce a combined effect greater than what we can do individually

Empowerment – To give someone the means or ability to do something

Respect – To treat all people with dignity

Inclusion – To invite and welcome

Innovation – To start or provide something new

Confidence – To be certain of trustworthiness

Excellence – To be the best in everything we do

Head of Research and Instruction Services

Virginia Military Institute (VMI) seeks a passionate, creative, and user-focused professional to join Preston Library as Head of Research and Instruction Services. The successful candidate will: oversee all aspects of research and instruction services including policies and procedures; advocate for innovative information literacy instruction and user education services; and assess programs to help the Library understand and respond to cadet and faculty research and information needs. The Head of Research and Instruction Services will collaborate with a team of librarians to develop and deliver high quality research services, instruction, and programming to VMI cadets, faculty, and staff. The librarian will work closely with faculty, instructors, and administrators to cultivate and promote Preston Library’s commitment to support teaching, learning, and research.

This position is a full-time, non-tenure-track, Administrative/Professional Faculty Librarian position that reports to the Library Director.

Responsibilities

Lead the strategic planning, development and operational oversight of instruction and research services.
Work collaboratively, within and outside of the Library, to develop responsive, user-focused information literacy instruction and research services and programs to support cadet, faculty, and staff excellence in academic research.
Develop innovative and engaging library instruction and information literacy programs that incorporate student learning outcomes, active learning strategies, and assessment.
Maintain online research tools and create research aides that facilitate library usage, including the library website and research guides.
Provide guidance, direction, planning, support, advocacy, and assessment of instructional services and initiatives at the Library.
Develop and sustain library instructional models, such as the ACRL Information Literacy Framework, through faculty partnerships.
Coordinate outreach to campus partners to lead and/or support campus-wide instructional initiatives; create and maintain a visible presence on campus, representing the Library in research and instruction initiatives.
Lead the entire range of in-person and online research support services (some evening and weekend hours required), providing high quality and timely services.
Support librarians as they engage in instruction, research services, and liaison activities.
Maintain knowledge of current trends in reference/research services, library instruction, information literacy and scholarly communication, and incorporate these trends into the work of the Library.
Assist with data gathering for annual reports as needed, including IPEDS, SACSCOC, Library Director’s Annual Report.
Participate in collection development.
Participate in night and weekend duty as required.
Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with information literacy instruction assessment.
Evidence of effective delivery of instruction, services, and programming to faculty and students.
Experience with Springshare platform and its services.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree from an American Library Association-accredited graduate program or related graduate degree.
A minimum of 3 years of academic library experience related to public services including research, reference, teaching, or outreach.
Demonstrated commitment to user-centered services for students, faculty, and staff.
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively and build relationships with colleagues and peers.
Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills, including presentation skills.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary is competitive, commensurate with experience. As a state institution, VMI offers an attractive benefits package, including health and dental insurance and retirement options. The details are available online in the Administrative/Professional Faculty Handbook.

Application Instructions

Candidates must apply online at: Head of Research and Instruction Services- Job Application

In addition to the online application please include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and contact information for three professional references.

Review of online applications will be ongoing until the position is filled.

Initial interviews will be conducted via Zoom or Microsoft Teams.

About Virginia Military Institute

Virginia Military Institute is a state-supported four-year undergraduate military college offering leading academic programs in the liberal arts, engineering, and the sciences. It is located in the southern Shenandoah Valley of Virginia. Lexington, Virginia (pop. 7,000), is also home to Washington & Lee University and offers a stimulating cultural atmosphere in a pleasant, rural setting.

In a continuing effort to enrich its academic environment and provide equal education and employment opportunities, VMI encourages women, minorities, disabled individuals, and veterans to apply. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are also encouraged to apply. VMI will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with documented disabilities to ensure equal access and equal opportunities with regard to employment, educational opportunities, programs and services.