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Position Opportunity: Children’s Services Librarian, Midlothian Public Library (IL)

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Full Time or Part Time: Full Time
Hours: 35 (Schedule includes days, evenings, and Saturdays
Salary: $41,500+ DOQ\

Requirements: MLS completed or in process. One year experience working directly with children. Spanish bilingual a plus!

Working Conditions: Works in an indoor office environment. Frequently pushes and pulls carts with library materials, positions self to retrieve materials from shelves and carts, and frequently remains in a stationary position for multiple hours at a time.

Responsibilities:

  • Creates programming for multiple age groups, including summer reading and storytimes.
  • Provides knowledgeable Reader’s Advisory and Youth Reference services.
  • Assists patrons of all ages at our shared public services help desk.
  • Develops the collection including selection and weeding of youth materials.
  • Delivers outreach to local schools, daycares, and community organizations serving youth.

EDI Statement: Midlothian Public Library values equity, diversity, and inclusion, and we welcome applications from diverse candidates.

EEO Statement: Midlothian Public Library is an EEO employer.

To Apply

Application Deadline:
Open until filled
Application Note:

To apply: Email cover letter and resume to Sue Eckhardt, Public Services Manager, seckhardt@midlothianlibrary.org.

Application Contact:
Sue Eckhardt, Public Services Manager
Apply To:
Midlothian Public Library

14701 S. Kenton Avenue

Midlothian , IL 60445

Web: http://www.midlothianlibrary.org
Phone: (708) 535-2027

Four Open Positions at Louisville Free Public Library

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Library Programs Supv-Regional

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Assists patrons and completes special projects
Supervises, leads, develops and coordinates specialized programs and functions for a regional library or a department of the main library
Exercises supervision over subordinate personnel

Examples of Duties
UNDER ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISION
Prepares and generates reports and statistical data
Provides technical assistance and instruction, and answers questions regarding the use of the library, collections, and services
Requests building maintenance, equipment repair, and custodial services
Coordinates collection, development, programming, and resource sharing activities
Catalogs books, periodicals or other materials
Prepares book lists and bibliographies
Reviews and evaluates resource materials, and recommends the acquisition of books, periodicals, audiovisual and other materials
Advises and assists patrons on the selection, organization and interpretation of library materials
Gives talks to community groups and schools, and directs tours of the library
Assists library patrons with check-out and return of materials
Supervises, plans, coordinates, and participates in library and community programs
Supervises staff and recruits, trains, schedules and leads volunteers
Serves as a resource person to library staff
Develops and maintains relationships with community organizations, local businesses, neighborhood and school groups, and library support associations
Performs related work

Minimum Requirements
Master’s degree
Library Science
Related field

WORK EXPERIENCE
Two years of librarian experience, including one year of supervisory experience

 

Library Supervisor – Community (2 open positions)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Plans and supervises the day-to-day operation of a community library branch
Exercises supervision over subordinate personnel

Examples of Duties
UNDER ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISION
Represents the library to community groups
Reviews and evaluates resource materials, and selects and orders books, periodicals, audiovisual and other materials
Plans, coordinates, and participates in library and community programs
Prepares and generates reports and statistical data
Provides technical assistance and instruction, and answers questions regarding the use of the library, collections, and services
Recruits, trains, schedules and supervises volunteers
Requests building maintenance, equipment repair, and custodial services
Coordinates collection, development, programming, and resource sharing activities
Receives and attempts to resolve complaints from the public
Provides customer service, outreach and technology assistance to the public
Oversees collection, development, programming, and resource sharing activities
Conducts group in-service and individual training
Assesses staffing and physical resource needs of assigned area or location
Supervises day-to-day service plans and operations including staff development, oversight of general maintenance and security, and supporting staff in utilizing proactive customer service strategies
Evaluates library material collections using information from users, potential users and standard collection maintenance tools
Assists staff with resolving patron concerns and complaints
Works with branch or library leadership to set and monitor progress of branch goals and strategies
Performs related work

Minimum Requirements
Master’s degree
Library Science
Related field

WORK EXPERIENCE
Two years of supervisory experience

EQUIVALENCY
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, but must include two years of supervisory experience

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Must hold and maintain a Professional certification in the State of Kentucky (KRS 171.250) within 30 days of employment
Eligible for certificate of Librarianship from the State Board for the Certification of Librarians

Library Manager – Neighborhood

Description
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Develops overall service plan, staff development and branch coordination of library services and programming
Oversees the operation of neighborhood library branch
Exercises supervision over subordinate personnel

Examples of Duties
UNDER ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISION
Assists in budget preparation and monitors and controls expenditures
Prepares and submits statistical reports and conducts special projects
Conducts research and assists patrons with the selection and location of materials
Serves on committees dealing with specific library functions or issues
Assists the public with the use of library materials and equipment
Receives and attempts to resolve complaints from the public
Promotes programs and services of the library in the community
Facilitates meetings of various sizes and program magnitude
Develops staff training programs
Provides customer service, outreach and technology assistance to the public
Supervises subordinate union and non-union library staff
Makes recommendations regarding policy and procedure development and implementation
Leads the development and maintenance of materials collections in areas of concentration
Works with library leadership to set and monitor progress of branch goals and strategies
Ensures building and grounds are properly maintained
Manages neighborhood library branch programs, events, services and outreach
Performs related work

Minimum Requirements
Master’s degree
Library Science
Related field

 

Position Opportunity: Access Services Librarian, University of Denver Libraries

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The University of Denver Libraries is seeking an innovative, dynamic, and service-oriented leader for the position of Access Services Librarian. In this highly collaborative role, the librarian will work with the Access Services Manager, Access Services unit supervisors and staff, and the Associate Dean for Student and Scholar Services to assist with the development and implementation of library strategies, policies, and procedures for the delivery of services, configuration and maintenance of relevant library systems, provision of access to library resources, and maintenance of a welcoming environment for all patrons in support of the mission and goals of the library and university. This is a full-time, 12-month faculty librarian position (non-tenure track) with administrative and supervisory responsibilities.

The salary range for this position is $70,000 – $72,000.

Please follow the link to learn more about the position:

 

Access Services Librarian

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I am excited to share with you the announcement below on behalf of the ARLIS/NA (Art Libraries Society of North America) Student Advancement Award committee. ARLIS/NA is a group devoted to the professional development of art librarians. In addition to art librarians, our membership includes archivists, architecture librarians, visual resources professionals and students interested in becoming art information professionals. Each year, ARLIS/NA provides awards for current and future art librarians. I hope you will consider applying for one of the awards described below.

Perhaps you are a student who has written a paper that you’re especially proud of, and you want the opportunity to share it with the wider ARLIS/NA Community AND get a $500 prize plus a scholarship to attend the upcoming conference in Mexico City?

Or maybe you’ve got an internship in an art library planned for next year, and you’d like to get paid for it?

Now’s your chance! Please see below for more information on the Student Advancement Awards.

Applications should be submitted to committee chair, Gwen Mayhew, at gmayhew@cca.qc.ca.

The awards committee members are: Debra Riley-Huff, Giana Ricci, Larry Eames, Jessica Craig, Virginia Seymour and Heather Saunders.

Gerd Muehsam Award

The Gerd Muehsam Award is given annually to recognize excellence in a graduate student paper or project on a topic relevant to art librarianship. Any student enrolled in an accredited graduate library program, or in a graduate program in art history or a related discipline, is encouraged to submit a paper or online project created in conjunction with a course assignment during the previous eighteen months (since June 2021). One submission per person. Applications should be submitted via e-mail to gmayhew@cca.qc.ca.

 

To apply, please submit the following:

  • Paper or online project about a topic relevant to art librarianship, written as a course assignment.
  • An abstract of 250 words and 10-25 pages typed, double-spaced, for a paper submission, or a 250-word summary for an online project.
  • A title page that includes the student’s name, the name of the institution, the course for which the submission was created, and the name of the faculty member assigning the paper/project.
  • Applicants must include their mailing address, email address, and telephone number with their applications.

The award includes:

  • $500.00 prize.
  • Conference registration and up to $300 travel reimbursement to attend the ARLIS/NA 51st Annual Conference in Mexico City, April 18th-21st
  • Opportunity to present the winning paper at the conference as part of the New Voices in the Profession panel.
  • One-year membership to ARLIS/NA.

 

Wolfgang M. Freitag Internship Award

The Wolfgang M. Freitag Internship Award aims to represent the multifaceted nature of the art library field by providing a paid internship opportunity to a student currently enrolled in, or having completed within the last 12 months, a graduate program in library and information science, art history, architectural history, architecture, studio art, or museum studies. Applications should be submitted via e-mail to gmayhew@cca.qc.ca.

 

To apply, please submit the following:

  • A current résumé.
  • A current transcript in PDF format (unofficial transcript is acceptable).
  • The names of two professional or scholastic references with addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses.
  • An essay of up to 900 words addressing your skills, background, and expectations of the internship experience, including the type of institution you are interested in as well as potential project ideas. The essay should also address the following questions:

o What are your professional goals and how do your plans for the experience funded by the ARLIS/NA Wolfgang M. Freitag Internship Award fit into your career path?  In particular, how do you imagine this internship experience to be different than previous internship or work experiences?

o This award funds a one-year membership in ARLIS/NA. How do you see yourself participating in ARLIS/NA, or another professional organization, in your future professional life?

o If granted the internship award, when do you plan to fulfill it?

The award includes:

  • $3,000 to support a 150-hour internship in an art library or visual resources collection.

For more information, see https://www.arlisna.org/wolfgang-m-freitag-internship-award

All applicants will be notified of the results by January 31, 2023. Both awards will be announced and presented during convocation ceremonies at the 51st Annual ARLIS/NA Conference in Mexico City in April, 2023.

 

Position Opportunity: Public Services Assistant Manager, La Porte County Public Library (IN)

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For more information and to apply, click here. 

Starting Pay: $43,680/year

 

LPCPL has a full time opening for a Public Services Assistant Manager. In this position you have the opportunity to provide and promote high quality customer service throughout the organization. You’ll manage the customer service team, making sure that our service standards are met to provide positive customer interactions and experiences on a daily basis.

This job is perfect for you if:

· You welcome working with all people from your community

· You like detail work and organizing schedules for efficiency

· You are curious and ask questions to better understand

· You are passionate about serving others and lead by example

· You foster diversity, equity, and inclusion in the community and workplace

· You thrive in a position where you’re making a difference at every step
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