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New York Library Association
Albany, NY
Job Description:
The New York Library Association is seeking candidates for the newly created, full-time salaried, position of Director of Government Relations and Advocacy. The position is primarily responsible for the development and delivery of ongoing advocacy and communications to elected officials and library advocates about the value of libraries to education, economic development and as centers of community. This individual will develop and maintain positive relationships with policy makers and library community leaders, working with them to improve library funding, services and resources through advocacy, public policies, programs and regulations. While the primary activities of the position are related to advocacy, the individual is expected to integrate with the NYLA staff, and assist with general organization functioning and activities.
The New York Library Association (NYLA), an Albany based 501(c)3 non-profit membership association, representing over 4000 public, college, school and special librarians and libraries from throughout New York State.
Travel throughout New York State to promote library advocacy at all levels is required (10% anticipated).
The position will report directly to NYLA’s Executive Director.
Minimum Qualifications:
Candidate should have experience with government relations, advocacy and legislative-related initiatives.
S/he will have a demonstrated level of experience developing and successfully advancing policy initiatives.
Candidates must also have exceptional written and oral communications skills, and possess a strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Preference will be to candidates with previous professional experience in the area of non-profit association government affairs.
Minimum Education Required: BA/BS.
The successful candidate will be enthusiastic and have excellent interpersonal communication skills;
s/he will be comfortable presenting to both small and large audiences.
S/he will have a passion for library issues affecting the profession and the public, and will have an entrepreneurial spirit seeking to find new and creative ways to meet the dynamic needs of the association’s members.
A working knowledge of the library infrastructure of New York State is desirable.
Salary & Benefits:
Salary: $68-$72K Annually
NYLA offers a competitive benefits package including employer-paid health insurance, a 403-b retirement plan, paid holidays, vacation and sick time.
How to Apply:
Submit Resume and Cover Letter as PDF by May 31 to:
Jeremy Johannesen
NYLA Executive Director
director@nyla.org
Salina Library
Mattydale, NY
Job Description:
Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday evenings, 5-8 p.m. Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Performs the full range of library circulation and clerical duties with an emphasis on customer service. Duties include checking library materials in and out, processing library card applications, sorting and shelving books, answering phones, providing assistance with use of copier, printers, and computers.
Minimum Qualifications:
Requirements: A high school diploma or the equivalent and one year of clerical experience.
Ability to provide friendly customer service.
Familiarity with common computer applications.
Salary & Benefits:
$9 per hour
How to Apply:
Closing Date: Open until filled.
To Apply: Send letter of interest and/or resume to:
Jeannine Chubon, Director
jchubon@salinalibrary.org
Syracuse University Library
Syracuse, NY
Job Description:
Under the general direction of the Senior Information Technology Programmer/Analyst and in collaboration with library staff, the Information Technology(IT)Analyst will assist in architecting, designing, developing, and implementing customized, complex database driven technical solutions for the Syracuse University Library in an effort to provide intuitive interfaces for users and automate processes where necessary. This position is responsible for high-end web and mobile application development efforts for but not limited to: the Library website, various third party research tool customization, and grant funded projects.
Position Duties:
Provide programming and support for digital library projects and services, database-driven management information, and web-delivered library information
Participates in the planning, customizing, developing, designing, and testing library web applications, productivity systems (ILS, Illiad, etc.), digital collection solutions (contentDM, etc.), and open-source systems
Participates in developing and enhancing the Library’s web presence, implementing appropriate technological and design techniques
Adherence’s to web development technical standards, best practices
Installs, maintains and troubleshoots web content management and other Library systems server infrastructure
Installs, evaluates, implements, and customizes Open Source computing solutions
Write programs using HTML, JavaScript, CSS, PHP, and MySQL
Performs interactive debugging to test and analyze program failures
Assesses new standards, technologies, and trends
Creates and adapts web-based tools such as wikis, blogs, widgets, etc.
Investigates, diagnoses, and resolving Library interface application problems
Analyzes and reports relevant statistics and other related data on systems’ usage
Establishes and maintains cross-platform and cross-browser compatibility ensuring accessibility from a variety of environments and providing suitable access by individuals with disabilities
Creates system and program documentation as needed for new and existing systems
Recommends changes to existing systems or implements new systems as needed to improve the efficiency of the system or the process
Reviews requests for system modifications and analyzes the complexity, scope, and feasibility of implementing the changes
Performs other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree, in computer science, information systems or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience, and 3 years experience in computing technology.
Knowledgeable with various programming languages and proficient with a few major ones
Experienced with HTML, JavaScript, CSS, PHP, and MySQL
Experience developing for both desktop and mobile web platforms
Familiar with various operating systems including Windows, OS X, and Linux
Familiar with/strong interest in emerging trends in digital libraries and recommends technologies and tools for the Library’s digital projects
Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and manage work toward project time lines
Is a good communicator and team player
Ability to work collaboratively on multi-disciplinary teams
How to Apply:
COVER LETTER, RESUME, AND A LIST OF THREE PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES (along with contact information) MUST BE ATTACHED TO YOUR APPLICATION.
Job Posting Date 04/29/2013
Application Deadline 05/31/2013
Open Until Filled No
Priority Consideration
Job Category Salaried Staff
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Northern Onondaga Public Library
North Syracuse, NY
Job Description:
The Northern Onondaga Public Library has two openings for half-time (18-20 hours per week) Library Clerks. The positions are based at the North Syracuse location, but may also float to work at libraries in Brewerton and Cicero. Hours: will include weekend hours. Primarily providing customer service at the circulation desks, but may be asked to perform other tasks in the library as needed.
Minimum Qualifications:
High School diploma
Must have reliable transportation
Excellent customer service skills
Familiarity with common computer applications
Salary & Benefits:
Pay Rate: starting hourly rate is $9.92 per hour. Part-time staff members are eligible to join the New York State Retirement System, and receive some employee benefits.
How to Apply:
Closing Date: open until filled
To Apply: Contact Bill Hastings, Assistant Director
whastings@nopl.org
Or mail letter of interest to: 8686 Knowledge Lane, Cicero, NY 13039
SUNY Upstate
Syracuse, NY
Job Description:
Full time supervisor to oversee Library operations and personnel during late night and weekend hours. Responsible for supervising clerical staff and student assistants to ensure a consistently high level of customer service; scheduling staff and providing on-going training to staff regarding policies, procedures, and new technology information. During weekend and off-shift hours will provide technical support for 100+ computer workstations in student lab; troubleshoot remote access problems involving Library web pages; and assist customers with using Library databases and electronic journals. Responsible for regular contact with Public Safety Officers to maintain a safe environment, coordinate procedures in the event of an emergency, and coordinate closing of the library to ensure all patrons have left the premises and that the facility is ready for next day’s business.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associates degree and 3 years relevant experience in supervisory/administrative role or equivalent combination of education and experience required.
Library experience and customer service background strongly preferred.
Excellent communication, organizational and computer skills preferred.
How to Apply:
Syracuse University
Syracuse, NY
Job Description:
The Copyright Librarian/Adviser is the University Library’s chief resource and consultant on issues that span copyright, information policy, and University Library services and initiatives. The Copyright Librarian/Adviser develops the University Library’s copyright policies and coordinates their application to the University Library’s mission and its educational, research, pedagogical, and scholarly communication activities. The Copyright Librarian/Adviser’s responsibilities include reviewing, creating, implementing and discharging Library policy for all current and contemplated services; educating the University community and Library staff about copyright through Web-based information, publications, and training; monitoring, reporting and explaining legislative and international copyright and information policy developments that affect the Library and its services, programs or mission; and advising the University on copyright policy development affecting the academic programs of the University.
Job #: 030088
Position Duties:
Creates, reviews, amends, implements and discharges Library policy for all current and contemplated services (including interlibrary loan; preservation; digital and print first sale; lending; scanning and digitization; and preservation from and to a variety of media formats)
Serves as the Library’s primary resource on all copyright and related information policy issues
Advises and educates Library staff on copyright and related information policy issues that relate to the Library’s collections and services
Serves as the primary editor and reviewer of all Library literature or electronic media (including Web sites) that educate Library employees or patrons about copyright
Develops, reviews, maintains educational materials in various media that help members of the University community understand copyright and its influences on their work
Develops, reviews, and maintains educational materials in various media that help Library employees understand copyright and its influence on their work
Works cooperatively with other departments in the University (including University Counsel, the University bookstore, the Graduate School, among others) to help members of the University community understand and comply with legal, reasonable, and flexible uses of copyrighted works
Monitors, interprets, explains and reports on legislative, regulatory, policy, and political developments at the state, national, and international levels that affect copyright and its interpretation or applicability to the Library
Coordinates with the Library’s executive team to determine copyright’s influence on scholarly communication and open access
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
Juris doctor or equivalent degree from a law school accredited by the American Bar Association
Demonstrated knowledge of copyright and scholarly communication issues within higher education
Demonstrated experience in legal writing and drafting
Preferred:
Candidates with all required qualifications and the strongest combination of the following skills and attributes will receive highest consideration:
Master’s degree in library and information science (or foreign equivalent) from an information science program accredited by the American Library Association
Demonstrated experience in teaching, interpreting or explaining copyright and related topics to diverse constituencies, including those without formal legal training
Demonstrated experience in creating institutional policy
Demonstrated experience in educating disparate groups in copyright issues
Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
Excellent writing and interpretive skills, especially with respect to policy and legislation
Strong service orientation and commitment to profession
Collegial, team focused, management orientation
Demonstrated experience with information resources, institutional repositories, and resource sharing
Salary & Benefits:
Commensurate with education and experience
How to Apply:
Cover letter, Resume and the names of three professional references (along with contact information) must be attached to the application.
Application Deadline: 05/31/2013
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY
Job Description:
Full Time 40 hours Grade 008. This position reports to the Director, Rare Books and Special Collections Department
The Library Assistant provides support for the daily operations of the Rare Books and Special Collections Department. Hires, trains, and supervises student assistants and maintains related records. Prepares the weekly information desk schedule and oversees operation of the desk. Coordinates all requests for material reproduction including generating invoices, photocopying and scanning. Working with curators, organizes unprocessed collections and creates online descriptive guides for researchers. In collaboration with Library staff, maintains stacks and performs related tasks. Performs routine office duties and tasks including opening and closing the department. Under the direction of the supervisor, is responsible for basic website maintenance and updating social media to support possible crowdsourcing projects and communications. Problem solving with latitude for decision making is required.
Position Duties:
Supervisory Responsibilities
Hire, train, and supervise student assistants
Collaborate with curators to prioritize student projects and tasks
Oversee student fulfillment of photocopying and scanning requests
User Services
Serve on the Department’s information desk greeting patrons and assisting them in the use of books and manuscripts and answer questions related to current exhibits and library programming
Oversee the staffing of the information desk and is responsible for scheduling, making sure all forms and other supplies are available, clearing the Reading Room of collection material throughout the day, and routing material to be shelved, held, or photocopied.
Coordinate requests for material reproduction (photocopies and scans) including billing, fulfilling requests and supervision of student assistants
Schedule room requests and coordinate with curators and Library Administration
Assist librarians with more routine reference questions
Collections Management
With training and supervision by department curators, organize unprocessed manuscript collections and create descriptive online guides for use by researchers.
Pull materials for researchers and reproduction requests
Responsible for reshelving the collection materials
In collaboration with department staff, maintain stacks and perform related tasks.
May retrieve materials from the offsite Library Annex
Departmental Support
Provide instructional support for curators including pulling appropriate material and setting up equipment
Order and monitor supplies
Responsible for basic website maintenance
With supervisor’s oversight, is responsible for updating social media to support crowdsourcing projects and communications.
Organize the collection of reference and instruction statistics
Responsible for daily opening and closing of the unit
Provide basic software and equipment support for department staff
Other
Attend department, committee, and general staff meetings
Provide input for policy and decision making for the Department
Responsible for implementation of library emergency procedures
Perform other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
2 years post-high school education and 3-4 years office or related work experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Relevant college degree may substitute for the above.
Ability to follow established procedures and perform work requiring considerable attention to detail.
Strong analytical skills, with ability to plan and organize work so that all tasks are performed efficiently.
Outstanding communication and customer service skills.
Ability to learn and effectively use library-related software programs and databases.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Expertise with web page development
Familiarity and expertise with social media tools and communication methods
Ability to handle loaded book carts and lift boxes of books
Preferred:
Degree in humanities or social sciences field
Experience working in an academic library
Some supervisory experience
Experience with HTML
Salary & Benefits:
Hourly rate is commensurate with education and experience. The University of Rochester offers comprehensive benefits, choice of retirement programs including TIAA-CREF, and tuition benefits.
How to Apply:
Applications will be accepted immediately and until the position is filled. Please send letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses and phone numbers of three references to:
Latasha Hill, HR Assistant
Rush Rhees Library
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY 14627
RCLHR@library.rochester.edu
TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION ALL APPLICANTS MUST ALSO APPLY ONLINE AT: http://www.rochester.edu/working/hr/jobs/ Reference ID #179501
Background Check Requirements
All external candidates for employment will be subject to pre-employment screening. All offers are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
THE UNIVERSITY OF ROCHESTER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.
Business/Technical Information Center
Corning Incorporated
Corning, NY
Job Description:
Availability: mid May to late August (flexible within this time frame)
Hours: Up to 40 hours per week, within hours of 8AM-5PM Monday-Friday time period
This position offers a self-motivated individual experience in a corporate information center providing services to R&D scientists and engineers. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to experience aspects of the job of information professional at a Fortune 500 company with projects focusing on resource allocation, data analysis and metrics for decision making.
Position Duties:
Duties will fall into two basic categories, with other duties and projects as assigned
Collection Development Responsibilities, including
Print collection – The inventory/weeding of the physical collection is the top priority. Assist with metrics for analysis of existing print collection and complete the updating of catalog. Document decision making and workflow process.
eBooks – usage analysis of existing titles and perform gap analysis to identify potential resources for purchase
Analyzing COUNTER usage statistics for electronic journals and develop recommendations for 2014 renewal decisions
User Services and Instruction, including
Developing and updating topical guides and tutorials
Developing content for intranet portal – resource updates/developments (training opportunities, new content, etc.)
Minimum Qualifications:
All applicants must be enrolled in a master’s degree program in library/information science (preferred) or pursuing an undergraduate degree in information science.
In addition, the successful candidate must have the ability to manage and prioritize their workload and must be able to work both independently and cooperatively in a team environment. Other requirements include:
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and basic HTML
Basic understanding of metadata standards
Some projects will require physical labor – lifting boxes, moving materials, etc.
Flexibility, accuracy, and attention to detail in work
Preference will be given to applicants with the following skills:
Ability to create data crosswalks
Ability to create databases using Microsoft Access
Ability to write macros
How to Apply:
Applicants may submit a letter of application, resume and professional references via email totic@corning.com. If also seeking internship credit, please include documentation required by the crediting institution with application material for review.
Mohawk Valley Library System
Schenectady, NY
Job Description:
Work as a member of the Joint Automation (JA) Project staff to provide library automation and computer support to the 48 member libraries of the Mohawk Valley and Southern Adirondack Library Systems. This position reports to the Joint Automation Project Manager.
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 – 4:30 On call evenings and weekends approximately one week per month. Occasional additional evenings and/or weekend hours as needed. Start Date: June 2013
The Mohawk Valley Library System is a state-funded, cooperative public library system serving public libraries in Fulton, Montgomery, Schenectady and Schoharie Counties. The Southern Adirondack Library System is a state-funded, cooperative public library system serving public libraries in Hamilton, Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties.
Position Duties:
Provide telephone, e-mail and on-site support to member library staff, system staff and public users on the integrated library automation software, MVLS/SALS web catalog and online databases.
Provide telephone, e-mail and on-site support to member library staff for computer hardware, software, LAN and WAN issues.
Perform routine user account, security and policy file maintenance for the integrated library automation software.
Perform routine user account maintenance, distribution list maintenance, support and training on SALS/MVLS e-mail software.
Run routine and special request reports for member library and system staff.
Perform some PC installation, hardware maintenance, troubleshooting.
Provide support and diagnostics for PCs, including viruses and malware.
Perform network installation, configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting of local area and wide area network equipment at 59 sites.
Perform routine operational tasks on MVLS/SALS servers.
Participate in the SALS/MVLS user’s group meetings and any other JA meetings, as needed.
Work independently and as a team member on a variety of projects and problem resolutions, from planning stages through implementation.
Update standard network, Cassie and PC documentation and support call database to record changes made and tasks performed.
Monitor and load tapes for daily backups on all MVLS/SALS servers.
Monitor backups on all MVLS/SALS servers one weekend per month.
Monitor evening and weekend network outages one week per month.
Occasional evening and/or weekend work required.
May require lifting up to 50 lbs.
New York State driver’s license required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Associates degree in Computer Science or equivalent work experience.
Microsoft Windows and Office product experience, as well as experience with Internet browsers, plug-ins and their configuration.
Personal computer hardware knowledge, including experience configuring and/or repairing PCs, PC components and printers.
Understanding of local area networking (TCP/IP), including wireless network setup and troubleshooting.
Active Directory domain/subdomain experience a plus.
Ability to communicate with users of varying degrees of experience and knowledge in a clear, concise and patient manner.
Ability to work on multiple tasks and problems simultaneously.
Excellent oral, telephone and written communication skills.
Salary & Benefits:
Salary Range: $30,000 – 35,000
New York State sponsored health insurance and retirement programs. Generous sick, personal and vacation days.
How to Apply:
http://salsblog.sals.edu/wp-content/uploads/Automation-Support-Representative-I.pdf
Mohawk Valley Library System
858 Duanesburg Road
Schenectady, NY 12306
Phone: (518) 355-2010
FAX: (518) 355-0674
Southern Adirondack Library System
22 Whitney Place
Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
Phone: (518) 584-7300
FAX: (518) 587-5589