UC Irvine - Assistant/Associate University Librarian for Research Resources

The full position description with instructions on how to apply is listed on the UCI Libraries web site at http://www.lib.uci.edu/about/jobs/librarian-vacancies.html with links to additional web sites featuring campus and community information.  Applications received by February 20, 2013 will receive first consideration, but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled

The University of California, Irvine Libraries seeks strategic leadership for the position of Assistant/Associate University Librarian (AUL) for Research Resources.  Reporting to the University Librarian, the AUL plays a critical role in fostering local and collaborative strategies to shape a robust and sustainable environment for scholarly content.   We are seeking an innovative, creative, flexible, and knowledgeable leader to join an enthusiastic staff in shaping the development of next-generation technical services, the integration of print and digital resources into high quality 21st century collections, and the development of services to support the efforts of faculty and students to contribute digital content to the broader scholarly community.  The AUL will serve as the chief architect of the integration of separate Collections and Technical Services divisions into a single Research Resources division with enhanced capabilities to support the full life cycle of knowledge resources and scholarly communication in furtherance of the mission and academic programs of the University.
The salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.  The University has an excellent benefits program including leave policies, retirement system, and insurance plans which equal approximately 40% of salary.
The UCI Libraries, comprising the Langson Library, the Ayala Science Library, the Library Gateway Study Center, and the Grunigen Medical Library, are committed to innovation and excellence and are in a major period of change.  The University of California, Irvine, is nestled in over 1,500 acres of coastal foothills, five miles from the Pacific Ocean, between San Diego and Los Angeles.  Founded in 1965, UCI has more than 28,000 undergraduate and graduate students, about 1,100 faculty.  UCIs academic programs are ranked nationally among the top universities; several doctoral programs are ranked in the top ten.
The full position description with instructions on how to apply is listed on the UCI Libraries web site at http://www.lib.uci.edu/about/jobs/librarian-vacancies.html with links to additional web sites featuring campus and community information.  Applications received by February 20, 2013 will receive first consideration, but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
The University of California, Irvine is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity.

South Pasadena Public Library - PT Children’s Librarian

http://cityofsouthpasadena.us/employment/PDFs/childrenslibrarianpt01152013.pdf

Examples of Duties: The duties listed below are examples of the work typically performed by employees in this class. An employee may not be assigned all duties listed and may be assigned duties, which are not listed below. 

Provides excellent customer service when dealing with the public. Provides professional Librarian service to the public by answering research and reference questions; Assists with homework questions for children (primarily eighth grade and under); plans, prepares, and implements story times; evaluates assigned sections of the children’s materials collection for the selection of new purchases and replacements and de-selection of outdated materials; provides reader’s advisory services for children, parents, and teachers. Other duties include: supervising volunteers; participates in outreach to the schools and to the community at-large; compiles lists, bibliographies, and pathfinders for locating children’s materials; Provides instruction in the use of the computer catalog; children’s CD-ROM computer, and Internet; prepares bulletin board and book displays, craft projects, and publicity releases; and coordinates exhibits for the children’s display case. Performs other related duties as required.

Solano County Library - Assistant Director

Solano County Library – Assistant Director $101,587 - $123,480

Provides professional and administrative assistance to the Director of Library Services in planning, organizing and directing services and programs for the Solano County Library.

·         Works closely with the Director to form policies, set goals and respond to the needs of both the staff and the public. 

·         Accountable for ensuring effective program planning, systems and quality of operations for library services and staff in addition to directing day-to-day library operations.

·         Assists the Director in the recruitment, selection, development and evaluation of staff.

·         Represents the department to other departments, elected officials, advisory boards and commissions, and community agencies. 

·         Responds to and resolves difficult and sensitive community or staff inquiries and complaints. 

·         Exempt from civil service, “at will” and serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority and reports to the Director of Library Services.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate is an innovative strategist with outstanding interpersonal skills, professional commitment and integrity, with the ability to set priorities and communicate effectively with varied audiences. Must be an effective leader who has the ability to develop, identify, motivate and properly direct professional and managerial staff in fulfillment of a strategic plan that is community focused, staff inspired and outreach oriented.

QUALIFICATIONS
Four years of supervisory/administrative experience of library programs and services and supervision of professional and technical staff.  Extensive education, training or additional experience in public administration including budget, planning, evaluation and implementation of services. MLS or MLIS required.

SOLANO COUNTY

Solano County, located between San Francisco and Sacramento, provides an inviting mix of rural and suburban lifestyles with easy access to some of the best arts, sports and recreation opportunities in the nation. The library, with 8 branches in 7 cities and 110 FTE, enjoys widespread community support, as evidenced by an 80% yes vote to continue a dedicated library sales tax until 2030.

See a complete position description including ideal candidate, examples of duties, minimum qualifications and supplemental questions at www.jobsatsolanocounty.com/

For information contact: Carlise Mickens,  (707) 784-6188

Application deadline is open until filled. Application review is scheduled to begin February 18, 2013

UC San Diego - Director, Content Acquisition and Resource Sharing Program (Librarian Series)

To Apply:  For full consideration, please submit applications to https://apol-recruit.ucsd.edu/apply

Please provide the following:

1. A short application letter addressing your interest in leading this program and applicable qualifications
2. A resume of education and relevant experience
3. The names of at least three persons who are knowledgeable about your qualifications and/or suitability for this position
4. A personal statement summarizing your past or planned contributions to diversity; guidance for preparing diversity statements can be found at: http://facultyequity.ucsd.edu/Faculty-Applicant-C2D-Info.asp

AA-EOE:UCSD is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong institutional commitment to excellence through diversity.


The Content Acquisition and Resource Sharing (CARS) program is responsible for providing access to needed information resources through purchasing, resource sharing, and licensed resources. CARS uses the appropriate tools to locate and/or request resources as efficiently as possible and on the best possible terms. The Program also provides collection and financial analysis for the Library's collections budget.

Program activities include:

1. Acquiring and licensing print and electronic content.
2. Receiving, paying for, and managing cataloging records for all vendor-provided shelf-ready and DDA materials, regardless of language.
3. Providing, maintaining and troubleshooting electronic access to content for the University campus (includes UCSD Health System).
4. Actively participating in responding to questions regarding electronic resource access problems.
5. Participating in UC wide collaborative acquisition programs.
6. Interlibrary Loan (Borrowing and Lending).
7. Paying for purchased and licensed content
8. Fiscal oversight and management of collections budget, resolution of payment problems, and working with vendors and campus offices as needed. This includes responding to both internal and external audits.
9. Proactively providing data and analysis for library decision-makers and external organizations.
10. Receiving and managing the disposition of gifts of books, journals, and media from donors.

San Marcos - Palomar College - Assistant Professor/Librarian

https://palomar.peopleadmin.com/postings/15290

Duties include scheduling and directing library staff, participating in reference service and library materials selection, creating and maintaining resources that support teaching and learning, and coordinating library displays and programs. In addition to the these responsibilities, other duties include maintaining regular office hours, curriculum and program development, development and assessment of student learning outcomes, full participation in department activities, and participation in college governance.

Closing date - March 1, 2013.

San Francisco Public Library - IS Programmer Analyst

Full job description and application information: Classification 1062 IS Programmer

Under general direction, designs and develops new functionality to meet the needs of virtual library users. Maintains and updates PHP code for the library’s content Management system (CMS) by analyzing problems and fixing issues as they emerge; designs and develops JavaScript code and oversee its use by other staff; designs and develops HTML templates and style sheets according to the Library’s accessibility policies, W3C guidelines, oversees their use by other staff; works with usability studies of SFPL websites and implements recommendations under the direction of the Digital Initiatives Manager of the Web Services Unit, and much more.

Closing Date: FILE IMMEDIATELY – This announcement may close at any time as applications will be accepted until a sufficient number are received to satisfy the hiring need.

Northridge - CSU - Business and Data Librarian

Business and Data Librarian, California State University, Northridge; 12-month, full-time, tenure-track. Minimum salary $57,084 for Senior Assistant to $65,628 for Associate Librarian, dependent on qualifications and experience.

The Oviatt Library at California State University, Northridge (CSUN), one of the largest of the 23 campuses of the CSU system, seeks a service-oriented librarian with excellent communication and project management skills, committed to providing reference, instructional, and collection development services in a dynamic academic library environment. Education and/or experience in business, statistics, social sciences data, or government documents are preferred. See the complete faculty position description here: http://www.csun.edu/facultyaffairs/openings/position/1332.pdf

Applicants should submit a letter of application, vitae, and three current letters of recommendation to the address shown in the position description.

Position is open until filled, but priority consideration will be given to applications received by February 25, 2013.