Youth Services Librarian - Folsom Public Library

Position:
Youth Services Librarian - The Folsom Public Library is seeking an enthusiastic, tech savvy, youth services librarian to work with kids of all ages.

Application Process:
Click on the link below for the complete recruitment flyer, application, and supplemental questions (required).

http://www.folsom.ca.us/depts/human_resources/jobs/default.asp

Deadline:
The posting closes on Friday, July 17 or when 50 applications are received whichever comes first.

Sacramento Public Library - Literacy and Homework Center Supervisor

Position:
Literacy and Homework Center Supervisor

Pay:
$22.13 - $29.66 /hour (DOQ)

Job Summary:
Plans, organizes, and supervises the operations of the library’s literacy and homework services programs; develops services and assists in setting program policies; trains tutors; develops and maintains program budgets; provides supervision and leadership to unit staff; and performs other related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:
1.) Bachelors degree in education, adult education, reading or literacy, social services, or a closely related field;

and

2.) Three years of experience in education, literacy education or basic adult education or equivalent technical training, education, and/or experience;

3.) Supervisory experience desirable.

A valid Class C California Drivers License is required for appointment.

For a complete job description please visit our website at www.saclibrary.org. Click on “About Us” and then “Careers.”

Application Deadline:
Completed applicant packages must be received by the Human Resources department by 5PM on Friday June 26, 2009.The first round of interviews will be scheduled in early July, 2009.

How to Apply:
Applicants must submit:
1) Sacramento Public Library Application,
2) Resume,
3) Cover Letter and
4) Three professional references Reference form.

Send completed Applicant packages to:
Sacramento Public Library
828 I Street (2nd floor)
Sacramento, CA 95814
Attention: Literacy and Homework Center Supervisor recruitment

Questions:
humanresources@saclibrary.org, or (916) 264-2758.
Equal Opportunity Employer

Classification & Retention Consultant - Sacramento area

Position:
Library Associates Companies / LAC seeks candidate for immediate consideration for the position of Classification & Retention Consultant for a project to be completed over approximately 19 months in the Sacramento, CA, area. The position, subject to award, would work closely with employees of a governmental agency, including the resident Librarian. Consultant would propose a plan for the organization of the agency library, and would subsequently devise an in-house classification schema and document-retention policies. Consultant will provide ongoing support to the agency employees tasked with cataloging/classifying the documents according to the new schema.

Project is divided into phases and is anticipated to last no more than 19 months in duration.

Application Deadline:
In order to be considered, resumes must be received by Friday, April 10th, by 9:00am PST

Qualifications:

• Ideal candidate will have MLS/MLIS from ALA-accredited program, as well as experience organizing libraries, creating classification schemas and retention policies.
  
• Knowledge of federal planning, NEPA, ESA and other requirements for associated reports and documentation, preferred;
  
• Federal, and Mid-Pacific Regional record management policies, preferred;
• A background or experience in environmental studies would be a plus!

TO APPLY:
Pleas send your resume/CV and cover letter to, jobs@libraryassociates.com stating interest, related experience, availability for the project, desired compensation (range is acceptable), and any geographical considerations;

Resumes must be received no later than Friday, April 10th, by 9am PST

Please use “Classification & Retention Consultant #1191” as the subject line of your email. LAC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer who promotes diversity in the workplace

FEDEX Is Offering Free Resume Printing on March 10, 2009

To our job-hunting colleagues - In addition to our own SLA job hunting resources (this blog and resources on the main SLA Web site), FedEx wants to help you find a job. They're offering free printing for resumes March 10, 2009.

You can get all the details here.

Good luck!

Temporary Cataloger, Davis, CA

Position:

Temporary Cataloger

Job Summary: Fulltime (part-time negotiable), temporary position for 3-4months. Catalog contents of environmental engineering library and createspine labels using ILS (integrated library system) software program,Softlink Liberty. Work will take place in Davis, CA office.

Salary: $20/hour

Education and/or Experience:

LIT (paraprofessional) Certificate or equivalent and successfulcompletion of cataloging class- Prefer one year of experience

Skills and Abilities:

Skilled in searching and downloading MARC records- Familiarity with online library catalogs and other bibliographicdatabases- Copy cataloging experience- Knowledge of MARC record structure and formatting- Familiarity with LC classification system- Familiarity with Microsoft Office- Familiarity with integrated library system software- Cataloging skills (both copy cataloging and original cataloging)- Ability to take direction, work independently and use good judgment- Excellent attention todetail - Punctual, flexible, and reliable- Excellent speaking and reading in English language

Physical Requirements:

Physical ability to lift and carry 25 pounds; push, climb, bend,kneel, and stoop- Ability to read and keyboard document/cataloging information- Ability to concentrate on complex tasks for prolonged periods of time- Ability to sit for extended periods of time.

To apply:

Submit cover letter, resume and three references by February 5, 2009 to:

Debbie Hunt, Information Edge, dhunt@information-edge.com

Public Services Manager - Napa City-County Library

Position:
Public Services Manager
Monthly Salary - $6,150 - 7,370

The Public Services Manager is responsible for directing, managing, and coordinates the activities and operations of the Public Services Division within the Napa City-County Library. The responsibilities include; children’s services, literacy, volunteer and Homework Center, branches and extension services, and reference services, as well as providing highly responsible and complex administrative support to the Director of Library Services. The individual appointed to this position will serve in an "at will" capacity at the pleasure of the Director of the Library.

Deadline:
This recruitment is a continuous recruitment and will be closed when a viable candidate pool has been identified. An initial screening of all applications will be held on January 16, 2009. Interested individuals are encouraged to apply early for immediate consideration.

How to apply:
Please apply at www.napacountycareers.com

Associate Director, Touro University, Henderson, NV

Position: Associate Director, Jay Sexter Library, Touro University Nevada, Henderson, Nevada

Touro University Nevada seeks an enthusiastic Associate Director for the Jay Sexter Library. The Jay Sexter Library is one of the first medical libraries that was planned as a primarily virtual library. The university is located in Henderson, Nevada, just 10 miles away from Las Vegas, Nevada. Current colleges and programs include the College of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.), the Physician Assistant Program, and the College of Health and Human Services (M.S.N., D.N.P., O.T., and Education). This is an excellent opportunity for an individual who enjoys being part of a forward-thinking, dynamic and collaborative environment. This is a full-time position with non-tenured faculty status. Excellent benefits, generous vacation/holiday package. Salary dependent on qualifications and experience. Touro University Nevada is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Overseeing overall electronic functions of the Jay Sexter Library, including the library website and the Innovative Interfaces Millennium integrated library stystem.
2. Working in a coordinated fashion with other Touro libraries to provide access to electronic resources.
3. Working in a coordinated fashion with other Touro libraries on the Innovative Interfaces Millennium integrated library system.
4. Overseeing compliance with various licensing agreements.
5. Promoting library services and information literacy.
6. Providing library orientation and training to new students and faculty.
7. Providing reference services and instruction for students, faculty and staff and mediated literature searches for faculty.
8. Instructing students, faculty, and staff in such topics as evidence based medicine, database searching, and research techniques, both in person and via distance learning.
9. Assisting in the development and implementation of Library services, policies and procedures.
10. Serving on faculty and university-wide committees.
11. Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

1. MLS/MLIS degree or equivalent from an ALA-accredited institution.
2. Knowledge of OCLC and integrated library systems such as Innovative Interfaces.
3. Knowledge of methods of accessing e-resources.
4. Working knowledge of online databases, particularly in medicine and education.
5. Good oral and written communication; excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
6. Strong customer service orientation.
7. Minimum of three years professional library experience, preferably in a health sciences library.
8. Excellent computer skills including MS Office. Knowledge of Office 2007 a plus.
9. Ability to work with other Touro campuses including those in California and New York.
10. Commitment to lifelong learning and continuous professional development.
11. Ability to work creatively within a changing environment.

How to apply:

Send cover letter, resume, names and addresses of three professional references to:

June Simms Director, Jay Sexter Library
Touro University Nevada
874 American Pacific Drive
Henderson, Nevada 89014

Fax resumes accepted: (702) 777-1743
Email resumes accepted: june.simms@tun.touro.edu