LibWorm.com provides a librarian RSS filtering service. Over 1500 RSS librarian sources are combined and output via different filters. This feed contains the latest headlines from journals and sites in the ALA interest group. http://www.libworm.com/rss/librarianqueries.php Fri, 03 Sep 2010 02:53:54 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15583 Library Branch Manager (El Paso Public Library, El Paso, Texas) The City of El Paso is actively recruiting for a highly qualified, experienced, and motivated Library Branch Manager to join the award-winning El Paso Public Library. Candidate must have a master’s degree from an ALA accredited college or university in library science or information and library science, and three (3) years of professional experience as a librarian, including 2 years of supervisory experience.   For job application information, please visit www.elpasotexas.gov (Source: Latest ALA Job Listings) Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:20:02 +0100 868582 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15584 Dean of Library & Distance Education (McHenry County College, Crystal Lake, Illinois)   Responsible for providing leadership, development and implementation of services and programs for the Library, Distance Education, and Academic Computer Labs. ... Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:20:02 +0100 868581 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15582 Assistant Manager of Library Operations (Metropolitan Library System, Midwest City, Oklahoma)   Salary & Hours:  $20.48 per hour ($42,598.40). Must be available all hours the library is open including evenings and weekends. This position is overtime exempt. Job Summary: Under supervision of the manager of branch services, assists with the planning, organizing and managing operations of a community library.  Performs a variety of technical and professional librarian activities of moderate to complex difficulty including providing information and assistance to customers of all ages; providing information concerning content and location of collection; performing reference and reader advisory services. This position requires exceptional customer service and supervisor skills. ... Thu, 02 Sep 2010 23:20:02 +0100 868580 http://nnlm.gov/mcr/news_blog/?p=7667 Here’s a class that looks interesting:  “Using Technology in Library Training” taught by Paul Signorelli and offered through the American Library Association. It’s online, hands-on and will help you incorporate YouTube, GoogleDocs, LinkedIn and other tools in your instructional design. The class is divided into two sessions. There’s a discount, if you take both. The  sessions are on Thursdays 12:30 MT, 1:30 CT.  The first session is on  September 16 and the second is on September 23. Check out the web site to see what is covered when, how to register, and how to pay. http://link.ixs1.net/s/ve?eli=s904734&si=i191468986&cfc=3html /ch (Source: Midcontinental Region News) Thu, 02 Sep 2010 21:04:04 +0100 868538 http://lisnews.org/it039s_not_too_latei_love_my_librarian_award Nominations for 2010 stay open through September 20. Nominate your librarian (or yourself?) for the third year of the Carnegie Corporation of New York/New York Times I Love My Librarian Award! From this page, you can nominate a school librarian, public librarian or university librarian. Here's the page for promotional tools (tweets, etc.) and here are handsome badges for your website, such as the one below. Up to ten winners will be selected this year and receive a $5,000 cash award, a plaque and $500 travel stipend to attend an awards reception in New York hosted by The New York Times. In addition, a plaque will be given to each award winner’s library. The award is administered by the American Library Association with support from Carnegie Corporation of New York and The New York Times. Join us on Facebook for updates on the award throughout the nomination process. You can read about last year's winners here. (Source: LISNews.org) Thu, 02 Sep 2010 19:15:02 +0100 868647 http://www.lisnews.org/it039s_not_too_latei_love_my_librarian_award Nominations for 2010 stay open through September 20. Nominate your librarian (or yourself?) for the third year of the Carnegie Corporation of New York/New York Times I Love My Librarian Award! From this page, you can nominate a school librarian, public librarian or university librarian. Here's the page for promotional tools (tweets, etc.) and here are handsome badges for your website, such as the one below. Up to ten winners will be selected this year and receive a $5,000 cash award, a plaque and $500 travel stipend to attend an awards reception in New York hosted by The New York Times. In addition, a plaque will be given to each award winner’s library. The award is administered by the American Library Association with support from Carnegie Corporation of New York and The New York Times. Join us on Facebook for updates on the award throughout the nomination process. You can read about last year's winners here. (Source: LISNews - Librarian And Information Science News) Thu, 02 Sep 2010 19:15:02 +0100 868588 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15581 Head of Circulation Services & Collection Maintenance (Oregon State University Libraries, Corvallis, Oregon) The Oregon State University (OSU) Valley Library seeks an innovative and collaborative individual who understand the changing environment in circulation and collection maintenance services in an academic library.  This position is responsible for providing excellent customer service and access to library resources and services to a diverse customer population.  Additionally, the position manages a staff of 7 FTE classified staff and 4 FTE student staff who are responsible for ensuring the smooth flow of materials through the library and offsite storage facility, and have responsibility for maintaining the physical collection of 1.7 million volumes. ... Thu, 02 Sep 2010 10:20:01 +0100 868439 http://web.resourceshelf.com/go/resourceblog/60249 From the Announcement: The 2010 edition of the “ALA-APA Salary Survey: Librarian - Public and Academic” revealed average increases across all six position types, ranging from 2 percent for managers of support staff to 13 percent for directors of public and academic libraries. The survey is based on data from more than 580 library directors and [...] (Source: ResourceShelf) Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:32:53 +0100 868312 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15555 Research Librarian (Vassar College, Poughkeepsie, New York) Vassar College Libraries invites candidates to apply for the position of Research Librarian for the Sciences within the Research Services Department.  Please visit us at https://employment.vassar.edu/.  To complete the on-line application process, you will be required to attach your resume, cover letter and contact information for 3 professional references (Word or PDF format required). Applicants should submit materials by October 4, 2010 for first round consideration though the position will remain open until filled. (Source: Latest ALA Job Listings) Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:20:01 +0100 868214 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15537 Library Director - Lucy Robbins Welles Library (Town of Newington, Newington, Connecticut) The Lucy Robbins Welles Library is seeking applicants for the position of Library Director.  Renowned for not only its beautiful facility but also as a community cultural/recreational beacon, the position of Library Director for the Lucy Robbins Welles Library presents a special opportunity at a special library.  The successful applicant will direct a comprehensive program of innovative services in a community library setting and administer the library within policy and oversight of the library board. ... Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:20:01 +0100 868213 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15580 Library and ICT Expert Reviewers (U.S. Civilian Research & Development Foundation, Arlington, Virginia) CRDF seeks experts with a background in Library Science and Information and Communications Technology to provide evaluation support to the Access to Learning Award (ATLA) program. Reviewers will be responsible for providing technical comments for 100-120 applications and participating in a teleconference to recommend a list of 20-30 finalists. Applications should be submitted by September 26, 2010. Please refer to the full posting on our website for additional information on qualifications, selection criteria, and application procedures. Link: http://www.crdf.org/focusdocs/focusdocs_show.htm?doc_id=1344134 (Source: Latest ALA Job Listings) Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:20:01 +0100 868212 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15579 Electronic Resources Librarian (St. Olaf College, Nortthfield, Minnesota) St. Olaf is seeking a library professional who recognizes St. Olaf's unique place in higher education as a college of the church, an exemplary national liberal arts college, and a leader in global education. The Electronic Resources Librarian provides leadership to the Libraries in the rapidly developing realm of electronic collections and manages the Libraries' electronic resources including e-journals, research and reference databases, e-books, online sound and multimedia databases, and archival electronic document collections. The Electronic Resources Librarian also provides reference services to students and faculty. ... Wed, 01 Sep 2010 21:20:01 +0100 868211 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/kraftylibrarian/OLay/~3/1Ncy1KeD3dc/ Last week I sat in on the Springer LibraryZone Virtual eBook webinar and it was a very interesting discussion.   Many libraries (especially academic) are investigating and collecting e-books in lieu of some printed text.  How much they are collecting and the nature by which they to the selection process seems to vary according each library, their type, size, consortia involvement, usage data, etc.  The reasons why and how much they bought all varied but the frustrations, questions, and concerns the faced were very similar and seemed on the minds of every librarian regardless of their library, type, size, consortia involvement, etc.  So what were these concerns? DRM- Digital rights restrictions.  It seems that every publisher has different rules and while some things can be put on electronic reserve others cannot.  While some things can be shared through ILL or on Blackboard others cannot.  This is not only a particular frustration among librarians but also patrons who aren’t as savvy with copyright issues.  The patrons get frustrated with DRM restrictions for library materials and they are even more frustrated with the restrictions for e-books they buy themselves.  Their view is, “I bought, don’t tell me how I am allowed to use it.”  I am not saying this is always the right or wrong thought process, but it is their thoughts and to a certain extent librarians. Access – How do people find your e-books was a common question among the librarians.  The e-books publishers don’t always have decent MARC records (if they have any) that can be easily added to the catalog.  So the cataloger must work to add them into the catalog, yet more and more patrons really don’t use the catalog these days.  They would rather randomly search the library’s website or Google. ... Wed, 01 Sep 2010 20:10:53 +0100 868390 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BabyBoomerLibrarian/~3/wm4Aw0ZbXe8/jobs-systems-librarian-university-of-la.html #3041 – Systems Librarian, University of La Verne  -- Wilson Library The University of La Verne invites applicants for a Systems Librarian (Assistant Professor), a non-tenure track 12-month faculty appointment. Reporting directly to the University Librarian, the Systems Librarian will use a high level of technical, instructional, and interpersonal skills. The responsibilities of this position include administering and providing technical support for all aspects of library technology including the Innovative Interfaces Millennium integrated library system, hardware and software installations and maintenance, library wireless, opac, proxy server, online resources and services such as LINK+, ILLIAD, ERM, OCLC, link resolver, research databases, e-journals, e-books, etc.; assisting the University Librarian with technology planning and project implementation; serving as primary liaison with the university’s Office of Information Technology to coordinate all library systems’ installation, upgrade and maintenance; supervise one full-time staff member (Electronic Services Technician); serving as liaison to database and online service providers; providing technology training to library staff; providing research consultation services to library users in a multi-disciplinary environment using multiple formats (in-person, e-mail, phone, and chat); developing, promoting, and delivering effective library research skills/information literacy instructional sessions, seminars and workshops for both on-campus and off-campus programs; developing the library collection by selecting materials for acquisition in all formats; serving as liaison with selected academic departments; maintaining a program of professional development. ... Wed, 01 Sep 2010 17:44:00 +0100 868359 http://careercenter.sla.org/jobs/3533838/reference-librarian-for-the-sciences US - NY - Poughkeepise, NY, ALA-accredited MLS, or equivalent experience. Undergraduate degree in the sciences; experience teaching in an academic setting and demonstrated knowledge of traditional and electronic reference (gener (Source: SLA Career Center Search Results []) Wed, 01 Sep 2010 17:38:00 +0100 868217 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15578 Director, Online and Remote Services (Georgia Perimeter College, Alpharetta, Georgia) Library Director for remote location and distance learning:   Georgia Perimeter College, with four campus locations in the Atlanta Metropolitan area,  seeks  a Library Director to fulfill two roles: 1. Manage a new branch location at a teaching center; and 2. Manage Distance Library services college-wide.  This position can provide an opportunity to develop innovative models to serve distance and non traditional students, both online and at a remote location.   Apply online at http://careers.gpc.edu   position 281, labeled Dir LRC - Instructor   View listing (Source: Latest ALA Job Listings) Wed, 01 Sep 2010 08:20:01 +0100 868040 http://permalink.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/16790 This is true, the bosses (and whoever that may be: university administration, city council, person in cubicle who signs your check, whatever) ultimately set the rules. What the ALA guidelines can provide, however, is a source of an articulated and reasoned argument for ALA's ethics policies. They might not sway the decision in the end, but they make discussion (and rationale) much clearer. Hopefully we are not merely drones working for "the man" and our contributions to decisions such as these will at least shed awareness on the possibility that there could be privacy ramifications to the compromises we're forced to make (and, potentially, how to address or mitigate them). -Ross. (Source: gmane.education.web4lib) Wed, 01 Sep 2010 04:00:00 +0100 868144 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BabyBoomerLibrarian/~3/__YszJwmlaE/guest-post-so-you-want-to-be.html The following is a guest post from Lisa Rabey. It was originally posted on LITA-L on August 31, 2010. I started my MLIS in the fall of 2008 and before I started school, I spent a lot of time researching information on the career field and also looking for blogs/journals/etc about the process of researching schools, to what kind of classes would benefit me coupled with my own background (10 years in technology, plus a BA and a MA), and anything really from those who were in the current throes of school. There was, at least then, very little. While I did find a load of stuff about librarianship from those in the field, but I also found that many of the blogs/journals/books were also outdated or getting close to being outdated. Secondly, I found that most online communities/networking sites tended to be filled with the same type of questions: What schools are the best? Should I take the GRE? I have a background in X, would this be applicable to becoming a librarian?  To me at the time, that wasn't quite what I was looking for. I decided to put together series of blog posts on what I thought would be helpful to others considering going to lib school ranging from determining what type of school one should choose, lecture delivery, job placement, programs available, how to determine your career path, what other professions/career paths a MLIS can be used for and on to job hunting and more: http://shesgotplans.net/so-you-want-to-be-a-librarianarchivist/ *It should be noted that ALA has the above bookmarked in their delicious account to pass on to others seeking the same answers. I've gotten loads of emails from people over the last two years telling me how invaluable the information is to them and that it helped clarify or solidify their decisions to not only attend lib school, but also helped them sort out what type of librarian or archivist they wanted to be. ... Tue, 31 Aug 2010 21:12:00 +0100 868008 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15574 Instruction/Reference Librarian (Franklin College, Franklin, Indiana) Franklin College is seeking a full-time instruction/reference librarian to start January 2011. This is a faculty position with an administrative contract. The successful applicant will be energetic, self-motivated, and have a love of teaching. For a complete job description, see our online posting: www.franklincollege.edu/about-fc/employment-opportunities Review of applications will begin September 2010 and will continue until the position is filled. The anticipated start date is January 3, 2011. Franklin College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ... Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:20:01 +0100 867849 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15576 Information Literacy and Outreach Librarian (Regent University, Virginia Beach, Virginia) Job Description: Library faculty member to plan, implement, and assess library instruction, information literacy training, and educational programming. Duties: Develop and implement information literacy training and educational programming on campus and online. Oversee Information Research and Resources course. Reference and research assistance, along with other professional librarian duties, as assigned. For a complete job description see www.regent.edu/admin/hr/jobfaculty.cfm.  Required: ALA-accredited degree. Experience and/or training in information literacy instruction in an academic setting. Proficiency with instructional technologies, social media, and library assessment tools related to instruction. ... Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:20:01 +0100 867848 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15571 Head of Library Technology and Systems (Coastal Carolina University, Conway, South Carolina) Coastal Carolina University’s Kimbel Library is expanding its services to meet the needs of a rapidly growing campus. It seeks an enthusiastic colleague to provide vision and leadership that reflects current needs and anticipates future trends in the evolving library and information environment. The successful candidate will have experience in the management of library systems that support the essential functions of the library, including the library’s integrated system and resource sharing software and systems. ... Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:20:01 +0100 867847 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15572 Executive Director (Southwest Ohio and Neighboring Libraries, Cincinnati, Ohio) Southwest Ohio and Neighboring (SWON) Libraries invites applications for the position of Executive Director.  We seek a service-oriented individual committed to excellent service in providing vision and leadership for SWON Libraries, promoting core values of communication, service, community-building, and advocacy for area libraries and library staff. The Executive Director plans, directs, and assesses the services, activities, and resources within the context of SWON Libraries mission and strategic plan. Develops and supervises cooperative ventures among the multi-type member libraries. Creates, in conjunction with the Finance Committee, and administers the SWON Libraries budget and office operations. ... Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:20:01 +0100 867846 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TechsourceBlog/~3/q4Gj8g-ALsI/special-offer-ala-techscource-online-only-subscription-199.html Subscribe to ALA TechSource Online now and save 46 percent off the full subscription price. Hosted on Metapress, an online subscription gives you access to a growing nine-year archive of Library Technology Reports and Smart Libraries Newsletter. Read full issues online or a downloadable PDFs. Share unlimited access across your institution Personalize with RSS alerts, saved items, and emailed favorites Offer is available only to new ALA TechSource online subscribers and must be purchased using the subscription form at http://www.alatechsource.org/subscribeonly199. Offer is good through September 30, 2010. (Source: ALA TechSource Blog) Tue, 31 Aug 2010 19:00:34 +0100 867911 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15570 Music Subject Specialist/Music Catalog Librarian (Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York) The Syracuse University Library is searching for a Music Subject Specialist/Music Catalog Librarian. Within the rapidly evolving framework of scholarly communication, this person will work in close collaboration within the Unit for Research, Collections, and Scholarly Communication and other Library units to advance the collection, organization, distribution, and long-term preservation of the scholarly record as it serves the Syracuse University community of faculty, staff, and students. Syracuse University offers an excellent benefit package that includes tuition, retirement, comprehensive health care plan, paid vacation, and the opportunity for continued professional development. ... Tue, 31 Aug 2010 06:20:02 +0100 867649 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15569 Head of Collections and Resource Sharing, Assistant Professor (Oregon State University Libraries, Corvallis, Oregon) Oregon State University Libraries seeks an innovative, collaborative, and service-oriented librarian to assist in the shaping of a new department focused on user-centered collection services and programs. Responsible for the overall management of the Collections and Resource Sharing Department’s programs and services, the Head of the CRSD leads a staff and faculty committed to fulfilling the learning, teaching and research needs of the OSU community. The Department Head directs the expenditure of the Libraries’ approximately $5 million materials budget, supervises 7.0 faculty FTE and has oversight for a department with approximately 20. ... Tue, 31 Aug 2010 06:20:02 +0100 867648 http://permalink.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/16772 I think most people consider ALA a provider of best practices and guidance, while assisting to see that a profession has a similar foundation in principles. Even those involved with ALA would not consider ALA a "leader" but that those in the profession as the leaders. The power of ALA to drive change and support specific libraries in their struggles has been well documented. Does anyone know if ALA has collected or made a any statement on Google directly? Brian Gray mindspiral-Re5JQEeQqe8AvxtiuMwx3w< at >public.gmane.org bcg8-oNH6vCZdlc4< at >public.gmane.org On Mon, Aug 30, 2010 at 9:34 AM, David - <davidslistservs-/E1597aS9LQAvxtiuMwx3w< at >public.gmane.org> wrote: (Source: gmane.education.web4lib) Tue, 31 Aug 2010 04:00:00 +0100 867791 http://www.resourceshelf.com/2010/08/30/ala-relaunches-website-for-conference-exhibitors/ Since we have many information vendors, publishers, etc. (aka companies you see at conferences) visiting ResourceShelf, a quick post and link to let them know that the American Library Association has relaunched their web site specifically for conference exhibitors. You can access the new site at: http://exhibitors.ala.org/index.shtml There has been no change to the URL. Source: ALA (Source: ResourceShelf) Mon, 30 Aug 2010 21:39:01 +0100 867709 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BabyBoomerLibrarian/~3/UE6WdyGvjbM/jobs-technical-services-librarian-full.html Technical Services Librarian (Full Time) http://www.albrightknox.org/employment/Technical_Services_Librarian.html Technical Services Librarian (Full Time) The Technical Services Librarian will report directly to the Head of Research Resources. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for the development and implementation of the Gallery Librarys technical services program to include cataloging, classification, authority file maintenance, serials management, library systems and database administration, interlibrary loan and document delivery services, and basic preservation activities. Provides leadership in ensuring integrated access to scholarly resources in all formats according to professional standards and in a service-oriented manner in support of the research needs of the museum community. * Establishes and assesses technical services goals, priorities, policies, and procedures. ... Mon, 30 Aug 2010 20:00:00 +0100 867725 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BabyBoomerLibrarian/~3/2WrlOs2SKgY/jobs-posting-systems-emerging.html SYSTEMS AND EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES LIBRARIAN Murphy Library at the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is seeking a dynamic, student-centered librarian to work in a team- oriented library environment. Responsibilities include: provide leadership, vision, and expertise related to library systems and technologies that increase and enhance access to academic resources at UW - La Crosse; identify, evaluate, implement, and teach the use of new technologies that facilitate information access and that contribute to the development of library-related learning materials; participate in reference, information literacy instruction, collection development, collegial governance, and library committees as well as campus and professional activities. The library recognizes and values diversity in its faculty, staff, and students. We seek a colleague who shares the library's commitment to diversity and who will be a dedicated librarian and mentor for students with diverse backgrounds, preparation, and career goals. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS ALA accredited MLS; experience with integrated library systems and web development applications; ability to manage EZProxy and server technology and to develop and manage tools for extracting evaluative statistics; demonstrated knowledge of desktop, laptop, and handheld computing devices and their related technologies; demonstrated ability to work collegially and communicate effectively. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Professional academic library experience. ENVIRONMENT UW-La Crosse is known for its highly ranked academic programs. La Crosse is famous for its exceptional natural beauty. The city (metropolitan population 100,000) is located on the east bank of the Mississippi River below towering bluffs. Abundant water and woodlands provide year-round recreation sites for skiing, hunting, camping, and other outdoor activities. ... Mon, 30 Aug 2010 19:45:00 +0100 867726 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15568 Library Director (City of Marshalltown, Marshalltown, Iowa) Marshalltown Public Library, the first LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) library in Iowa, seeks an energetic and enthusiastic Director to continue our library’s commitment to quality public library service to our diverse community. Marshalltown is a community of 26,000.  Our community’s regard for its public library is evidenced by its support in building a new 35,700 sq. ft. “green” library facility, completed in December 2008.  Marshalltown Public Library has a collection of 94,000 volumes and circulates 290,000 items annually.  Our 2011 budget is $895,000. ... Mon, 30 Aug 2010 17:20:04 +0100 867439 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15567 Chemistry and Biology Subject Librarian (Syracuse University, Syracuse, New York) Syracuse University Library is searching for a Chemistry and Biology Subject Librarian. The Chemistry and Biology Subject Librarian is a member of the Unit for Research, Collections, and Scholarly Communication. This Librarian works with other Library units to advance the collection, organization, distribution, and long-term preservation of the scholarly record as it serves Syracuse University. Syracuse University offers an excellent benefit package that includes tuition, retirement, comprehensive health care plan, paid vacation, and the opportunity for continued professional development. For a position description and online application instructions, go to www.sujobopps.com, (#026633). ... Mon, 30 Aug 2010 17:20:04 +0100 867438 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BabyBoomerLibrarian/~3/1WIzFTakgRc/jobs-usa-new-york-albany-seeking.html POSITION:  Associate Director for Collections The University at Albany, SUNY, invites applications and nominations for the position of Associate Director for Collections. Reporting to the Dean and Director of Libraries, this senior administrative position is responsible for building, assessing and managing the Libraries' print and electronic collections, managing a $5 million acquisitions budget, and supervising, coordinating and evaluating the work of the Libraries' subject specialists. Responsibilities also include oversight of gifts, Special Collections, University Archives, and the Preservation Department. As a member of the senior administrative group, the Associate Director shares responsibility for developing and implementing the mission, goals and broad policy directions for the University Libraries. Albany is looking for an experienced, creative, forward-thinking leader with a keen sense of the evolving role of research libraries in the digital age and demonstrated knowledge of best practices and current trends in collection management and scholarly communication.  The Associate Director works actively with academic schools and departments to determine selective areas of excellence and growth to be reflected in the Libraries' collection investment. S/he is responsible for coordinating initiatives with other associate directors and library managers, advising and mentoring junior faculty, and promoting staff professional growth. S/he represents the Libraries on collaborative projects with other campus units and other libraries.  The Associate Director demonstrates commitment to personal professional development through scholarly research and publication, presentations, and participation in national professional associations. Required: Graduate degree in librarianship from an ALA-accredited institution and from a college or university accredited by a U. S. ... Mon, 30 Aug 2010 14:32:00 +0100 867416 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=7684 State: New Jersey library.princeton.edu/hr/positions/JobRefLibrnSpColl2008.html Position Summary: The Special Collections Reference Librarian is responsible for reference services in the Rare Books and Manuscripts Department in Firestone Library and works closely with the Assistant University Archivist for Public Services at the Mudd Manuscript Library to coordinate public services for all of Special Collections. This person supervises the work of three support staff and coordinates the delivery of public services with many professionals and support staff who play part-time public service roles in the Department. The position reports to the Associate University Librarian for Rare Books and Special Collections. We seek a generalist with the ability and talent to provide reference services for the myriad subject areas the Department covers. The main reading room in Firestone serves more than 2,500 patrons annually from within and without the University community. Our patrons consult more than 12,000 books, manuscripts, graphic materials, maps, and other items that span many languages and five millennia of recorded history. The Department's public services staff at Firestone also handle approximately 2,500 reference inquiries annually from around the world, provide paper, microfilm, digital, and photographic copies for approximately 16,000 items annually, and gather materials for and host more than 100 classes for approximately 1,500 students during the academic year. The successful candidate must be committed to and be an advocate for public services in the Department, as well as in the wider library system. The ideal candidate will enjoy working with researchers, take up the challenge of problem solving, have a welcoming personality and qualities that will help patrons researching primary sources. The position may work occasional evening or weekend hours. ... Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:20:04 +0100 867353 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=7689 State: International The University of Texas at Arlington Job Title Librarian Posting number 10-07-21-01-0100 Job status Open Information: http://utdirect.utexas.edu/pnjobs/index.WBX?comp=1 Check "Professional/Non-faculty" ___ Basic Information Date available 09/01/2010 Position duration Funding expected to continue Position open to all applicants Monthly salary $3333 negotiable depending on qualifications. Hours per week 40.00 Standard from 900AM to 600PM Location Arlington, TX Hiring department Library http://library.uta.edu General notes This is an entry level Science and Engineering Librarian position. Reference desk duty includes one week night, Sunday rotations and occasional holidays. Some instruction includes nights and weekends. Instructions about additional materials to be submitted by all applicants will be provided once you apply. Finalist(s) will be required to give a formal presentation on a library-related topic. Required Application Materials A Resume is required in order to apply. A Letter of Interest is required in order to apply. A List of 3 References is required in order to apply. Additional Information Purpose of position The Science/Engineering Librarian serves as liaison to assigned departments within the Colleges of Science and Engineering; contribute to and supports the Library's mission to foster and promote quality learning, teaching, and research. Essential functions Serves as subject liaison to assigned academic units for promotion and outreach of library services and resources for Science and Engineering disciplines, cultivates partnerships and relationships with faculty, staff and students. Provides general reference while maintaining a service desk area, also provides complex and/or consultative reference and research assistance in assigned subject areas including virtual reference. ... Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:20:04 +0100 867350 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=7709 State: Indiana August 5, 2010 POSITION AVAILABLE Jeffrey R. Krull Gallery Librarian II Art, Music and Media Allen County Public Library Librarian Responsibilities: Provide reference assistance to patrons in locating materials and information. Instruct patrons on the usage of computers, copiers and audio-visual equipment. Represent the library and community in a leadership role for the arts. Participate in collection development of materials specific to the department. Supervise the department during scheduled evening or weekend hours when the manager and assistant manager are absent. Gallery Coordinator Responsibilities: • Plan Exhibits: Coordinate gallery schedule and maintain ongoing working relationships with art organizations, universities and individual artists throughout the scheduling phase. Refine the exhibit scope, gallery layout and selection of artwork. Prepare gallery programming in conjunction with exhibition; these include workshops, artist visits, lectures and opening receptions. Complete paperwork including contracts, shipping documents, supply forms and purchase requests. • Direct Installation: Direct the activity of properties, security and housekeeping during installation and exhibition. Prepare and patch walls, pedestals and fixtures. Coordinate art drop-off and retrieval of artwork. Arrange artwork and lighting. Inventory items on display daily. Coordinate Receptions with the events coordinator, housekeeping and security staff. Schedule caterers or prepare refreshments. Staff the event and oversee volunteers. • Create Publicity: Update staff, patrons and artists on gallery events through emails, newsletters and posters. Maintain the gallery blog. Maintain ongoing contact with other art organizations. • Minimum Qualifications: ALA/MLS degree. Undergraduate degree with major in art preferred. Gallery experience preferred. Ability to network with the art community; plan and install gallery exhibits. ... Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:20:04 +0100 867347 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=7718 State: Oklahoma Grow with Us in Beautiful Green Country! The Tulsa City-County Library Commission seeks a new Chief Executive Officer to build on a solid foundation of excellent library service. Work with the Library Commission to determine the strategic direction and policies for the library; serve as the face of the library in the community; develop and implement plans for new library facilities, services, and programs; advise Tulsa Library Trust Board and Friends of the Tulsa City-County Libraries; raise funds, develop and maintain donor relations to enrich library services. The challenges are exciting and the opportunities are endless! See http://www.gossagesager.com/TulsaJD.doc for the complete job description. The Tulsa City-County Library System is an independent library district with a permanent tax rate exclusively dedicated to public library services. Governed by an 11-member, appointed Board of Commissioners, the system is a dynamic library system serving the 585,068 residents of Tulsa County in Northeastern Oklahoma. Library staff (269.5 FTEs) utilize a budget of $25.8 million to operate 25 public locations, one service center and an active bookmobile serving an increasingly diverse area. Named a Five-Star Library by Library Journal in 2008, this year the system celebrated a record 5.7 million circulation and increases in foot-traffic. TCCL also benefits from a supportive Tulsa Library Trust and active Friends groups. Tulsa boasts a widely diversified business base. It is one of "America's Most Livable Communities" and recently Relocate America ranked it the "No. 1 Place to Live." Known as a Mecca for arts in Oklahoma, the city enjoys a rich cultural legacy with its ballet, opera, symphony and museums. Art deco masterpieces abound in many downtown buildings. Outstanding higher education facilities and recreational amenities help it earn these accolades and greatly enhance the area's quality of life. ... Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:20:04 +0100 867346 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=7719 State: New York Rye Free Reading Room – 125 years (and counting) of distinguished service to the community! The Board of Trustees of Rye Free Reading Room (founded in 1884) seeks an energetic, enthusiastic and experienced leader to continue its commitment to quality public library service for the Rye community. The Director will work closely with the 18-member Board of Directors, a 45-member Auxiliary Board, staff and local stakeholders to develop and articulate its vision for library service, design and implement strategic initiatives, and administer the service program, facility and space planning, and fundraising and resource development. See http://www.gossagesager.com/Jobdesc2010.doc for the complete job description. As an association library, the Rye Free Reading Room is funded by the City of Rye and private donations, with the Board actively investigating options for sustainable funding. Rye Free Reading Room has a collection of 90,000 items housed in the main library and a small branch and circulates over 225,000 items annually. With a staff of 17 FTE and a budget of $1.5 million, the library provides exceptional customer service and its programs are consistently among the most heavily attended in Westchester County—attendance last year pushed over 36,000 with best-selling authors and a wide-selection of children’s programs. A recent expansion of the landmark building on Rye’s Village Green and ongoing capital projects, including a renovated technology center, help ensure the facilities are well-positioned for continued growth. Rye, a suburban community in Westchester County, is home to 15,000 residents. Located on Long Island Sound, Rye enjoys a strong sense of community, with close proximity to New York City and regional attractions in the Tri-State area. For additional information on the Library, the City and the area see http://www.gossagesager.com/Ryelinks.htm. ... Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:20:04 +0100 867345 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=7721 State: Indiana Join the team of our nationally recognized Top Ten HAPLR and Library Journal 5-Star library! The Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library, an essential provider of shared information and a core community service, promotes reading, lifelong learning, and economic vitality through its resources, services, and programs to the residents of Vanderburgh County. The Assistant Branch Manager performs professional librarian duties, which include public service, collection development, program development, training, and direction to patrons, staff, and volunteers; performs related duties as required. The assistant assumes management responsibility in the absence of the Branch Manager. The assistant’s responsibilities include but are not limited to the youth services area of the branch. Duties and Responsibilities: 1. Assists with implementation of Library policies, procedures, rules, and directives. 2. Participates in creative planning, budgeting, coordinating, and implementing all functions of the branch. 3. Establishes and enforces a standard of appropriate customer conduct on Library premises consistent with Library rules and policies. 4. Leads, supervises, and coaches employees through scheduling, coordinating, delegating, selecting, counseling, directing, training, evaluating, disciplining, and discharging. 5. Plans, arranges for and/or prepares for and presents programs and library tours for all ages. 6. Evaluates customer needs and preferences for Library resources; responds to customer requests and complaints. 7. Engages in planning, coordinating, recommending and deselecting of materials in all formats. 8. Provides some reference and reader’s advisory services. 9. Coordinates services, resources, and training based on Every Child Ready to Read @ Your Library. 10. Perform functions in youth services department including creative programming activities for children birth to age 18. 11. ... Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:20:04 +0100 867344 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=7731 State: Ohio OHIONET, a nonprofit multi-type library cooperative, seeks an experienced, yet progressive Technology Specialist to assist in the administration of OPAL (Ohio Private Academic Libraries) consortium's and other OHIONET-supported library servers and applications. As part of our member support team, this individual will also provide technical support to member libraries and will participate in after-hours and weekend support rotation. This individual will conduct training sessions both online and in-person to support the effective use of these systems and will prepare complete and accurate documentation to support these projects. Qualifications: - ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent experience required; - Minimum of two years of experience in library system administration or support required (experience with Innovative Interfaces system administration preferred); - Experience with Linux system administration required; - Knowledge of networks and networking principles required; - Familiarity with at least one programming/scripting language required; - Must have a strong public/customer service background and possess the ability to provide front-line troubleshooting in complex environments; - Must be capable of managing technical projects; - Must possess strong written and verbal communication skills; - Should possess excellent leadership, analytic and problem-solving skills and capability of exercising sound judgment; - Travel to libraries required. Compensation: Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Generous package of benefits includes 20 vacation days, 11 holidays, 12 days sick leave, TIAA-CREF retirement plan, and medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance. Interested applicants should send a letter of application, resume, and three references with addresses and phone numbers. Applications can be sent electronically via email to jennifert@ohionet. ... Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:20:04 +0100 867341 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=7732 State: Indiana Responsible for original and enhanced cataloging of rare books and special collections materials in specialized areas, e.g. early or fine printing, major rarities, and general books, mostly of hand press period; advising and consulting with other catalogers on bibliographical terminology and description, collations, and other cataloging problems specific to rare book cataloging and remaining current with the changing body of cataloging rules for rare materials including DCRM, AACR2, RDA, MARC21, LCSH, and Library of Congress classification. Qualifications: Required: ALA-accredited MLS; demonstrated experience with DCRM, AACR2, MARC21, cataloging components of OCLC, and local integrated online library systems; competence in techniques and terminology of descriptive bibliography; working knowledge of Latin and at least two other foreign languages (Greek, German, French, Spanish, Portuguese and other modern European languages preferred); strong oral and written communication skills; 3-5 years post-MLS rare book cataloging experience; able to meet requirements of tenure-track librarian position. Preferred: Second degree in discipline related to strengths of Lilly Library collections; knowledge of NACO procedures strongly preferred; experience with Sirsi/Unicorn products. This is a tenure-track academic appointment that includes eligibility for sabbatical leaves. Position to be filled by January 1, 2011 - review of applications begins September 27, 2010. To apply send letter of application; professional vita; names/addresses/telephone numbers of four references to Jennifer Chaffin, Director of Human Resources, Libraries Human Resources, Herman B Wells Library 201B, Indiana University, Bloomington, IN 47405 or send via e-mail to libpers@indiana.edu. Phone: 812-855-8196 - fax: 812-855-2576. For complete copy of the posting go to: http://www.libraries.iub.edu/index.php?pageId=1410. ... Mon, 30 Aug 2010 09:20:04 +0100 867340 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/a-informacao/~3/9djWboQhmpo/doacao-de-livro-infantil-vira-pena.html Autor: Sandro Villar.Fonte: O Estado de S. Paulo. Data: 26/08/2010.Quem se envolver em crimes leves em Presidente Venceslau [SP], no extremo oeste paulista, terá a chance de optar pelo pagamento de uma pena alternativa inédita no País: a doação de livros infantis para os cerca de 4 mil alunos das 16 escolas municipais. O autor da ideia é o juiz Silas Silva Santos, de 33 anos, titular da 1.ª Vara Judicial do Fórum de Presidente Venceslau. A doação de livros substitui outras penas alternativas, como doação de cestas básicas, prestação de serviços comunitários e pagamento de multas. Para escapar de processos, 24 interessados aderiram à proposta do magistrado desde março.Até agora, 14 acusados doaram 648 livros infantis à Secretaria Municipal de Educação. "Não há condenação, não há confissão de culpa quando o sujeito adere a essa transação. Há um ajuste entre o autor da infração e o Ministério Público, justamente para evitar o processo e uma eventual pena criminal mais grave", explica o juiz, lembrando que os envolvidos têm interesse em aderir ao programa porque ficam sem antecedentes criminais. "Quando o sujeito adere não fica registrado antecedente."Crimes leves. Serão beneficiados os acusados de crimes leves, como calúnia, desacato e lesões corporais leves, condenados a até 2 anos de prisão. Além dessas exigências, a medida beneficia réus primários com bons antecedentes."Eu entrego uma lista de livros e ele (acusado) próprio entrega na secretaria. Nós optamos por transformar essa prestação de serviço no que eu chamaria de cesta de livros. O objetivo é formar bibliotecas municipais", diz Silva Santos. Até agora, nenhum dos acusados doou menos de dez livros. "Um doou 18", conta Aldora Maia Veríssimo, de 58 anos, secretária de Educação. "Ele gastou R$ 117", diz, acrescentando que outro comprou 48 livros por R$ 409, uma das maiores doações até o momento. ... Sat, 28 Aug 2010 01:36:00 +0100 866516 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/a-informacao/~3/CJucLpBSa_M/evento-coloquio-sobre-biblioteca.html Local: Rua Maracaju, 58. Bairro da Vila Mariana São Paulo, SP.Data: 11/09/2010. Horário: 9h às 12h30.Mais informações: http://crb8sp.blogspot.com/A lei que impõe a criação de bibliotecas escolares em todas as escolas brasileiras afeta e desafia a nossa profissão e o nosso fazer. Além de zelar pela qualidade da sua implantação, é necessário promover estudo, baseado em experiências, do papel do bibliotecário como educador e referência para administradores, professores e orientadores pedagógicos. Nesta perspectiva a Comissão de Educação do CRB8 inicia a realização de uma série de encontros com vistas a abordar a questão da biblioteca escolar para além do livro e da leitura e introduzir por intermédio de uma visão global, a questão da "Biblioteconomia Escolar”. Este primeiro encontro tem por objetivo debater o papel do profissional da biblioteca como um participante ativo e inovador na educação brasileira além de apresentar um perfil deste bibliotecário, baseado em experiências e exemplos internacionais.Programa:Introdução: nossas experiências• 3 Mitos: livro; leitura; literatura • Informação na escola • Colaboração inter, multi e transdisciplinar• Padrões • O currículo.Palestrante: Katharina B.L. Berg.É graduada em biblioteconomia pela Universidade de São Paulo, Brasil, hoje e consultora para bibliotecas escolares. É diretora para América Latina e Caribe da IASL ( International Association of School Librarianship) promovendo a divulgação de pesquisas, publicações e atividades na área de biblioteconomia escolar. Presta consultoria para escolas para a implantação e adequação de midiatecas, além de oferecer e organizar cursos, seminários e workshops. (Source: A "INFORMAÇÃO") Sat, 28 Aug 2010 01:31:00 +0100 866519 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15566 Latin American Studies Librarian (University of Notre Dame, Notre Dame, Indiana) The Latin American Studies faculty and courses are increasing at a rapid pace.  The Subject Librarian will have responsibility for building basic reference collections in the area as well as crafting special collection strengths in nontraditional areas of Latin American Studies that are particularly focused on local faculty and student interests.  The Latin American collections at Notre Dame are extensive and include a growing collection of manuscript materials.  Familiarity with special collections procedures and practices is highly desirable as is a strong academic background in Latin American Studies. Salary and Benefits: Minimum beginning salary $44,000. ... Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00:15:01 +0100 866310 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15565 Associate University Librarian for Public Services (Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, Virginia) The Virginia Commonwealth University Libraries invites applications and nominations for the position of Associate University Librarian for Public Services.  The VCU Libraries seeks a creative, energetic, and experienced leader to join its senior leadership team in overall management of VCU’s library system at a time of exciting change for VCU and the VCU Libraries. ... Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00:15:01 +0100 866309 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15561 Archivist (American Academy of Arts and Sciences, Cambridge, Massachusetts) The Archivist will be responsible for all aspects of department work, including processing, cataloging, digitization, and conservation of collections; records management; exhibitions; fund-raising; and supervision of staff. Qualifications: Masters or Doctorate in library/information science with a concentration in archives management, or MA/MS/PhD in research oriented, historically related field (American History, American Studies), with training or equivalent experience in archive management. Experience with MARC, DACS, XML, EAD, and other current metadata format standards, content standards, and element sets. Knowledge of and experience with digitizing methods. ... Sat, 28 Aug 2010 00:15:01 +0100 866308 http://www.cla-net.org/weblog/2010/08/new_but_experie.php by Beth Wrenn-Estes I hope you will support me in my efforts to be elected to the California Library Association (CLA) board of directors. I want to share my leadership and organizational skills and to keep CLA a viable organization representing our member's needs. In order for the organization to weather the current economic storms in our profession a strong leadership team needs to be in place. CLA must remain responsive to the changing times if they are to keep our membership community working on common challenges and goals. CLA has professional lobbyists representing our issues to the state legislature but even more important are the efforts to continuously work to provide training and tools to grassroots advocates throughout the state. In order for the organization to weather the current changes and economic storms in our profession a strong leadership team needs to be in place. CLA must remain responsive to the changing times if they are to keep our library community together working for common goals. Providing quality membership services and programs is a critical area that CLA has and must continue to concentrate on. The annual conference serves as a centerpiece for quality professional development programs and networking opportunities for attendees. CLA leadership must continue to look for the most efficient and effective ways to manage the day-to-day operations of the organization (staff). My experience in management gives me skills and knowledge to use in this area of leadership as well. I am the new kid on the block having only moved to Northern CA from Colorado in November of 2008 but being the new kid gives me the advantage of looking at issues with "new" eyes. I was deeply involved in my state library association in Colorado (Colorado Association of Libraries - CAL) and know the power that a state library association can have with strong leadership and solid membership base. ... Fri, 27 Aug 2010 18:27:35 +0100 867929 http://libraryjuicepress.com/blog/?p=2372 Save this date if you’re planning to be in New Orleans next June for the ALA Annual Conference. Saturday, June 25th Library Juice Press, possibly with one or more other groups, will be hosting a party of some kind. What to call it? It will be more lively than a reception or a meet-and-greet, but less wild than some of the things viewed on public computer terminals. Doesn’t this French quarter penthouse look like a good place for a party? Please contact me if you’re with a group that has similar interests and would like to co-host our … maybe it should be a cocktail party? Sazeracs, of course. var button = document.getElementById('facebook_share_link_2372') || document.getElementById('facebook_share_icon_2372') || document.getElementById('facebook_share_both_2372') || document.getElementById('facebook_share_button_2372'); if (button) { button.onclick = function(e) { var url = this.href.replace(/share\.php/, 'sharer.php'); window.open(url,'sharer','toolbar=0,status=0,width=626,height=436'); return false; } if (button.id === 'facebook_share_button_2372') { button.onmouseover = function(){ this.style.color='#fff'; this.style.borderColor = '#295582'; this.style.backgroundColor = '#3b5998'; } button.onmouseout = function(){ this.style.color = '#3b5998'; this.style.borderColor = '#d8dfea'; this.style.backgroundColor = '#fff'; } } } (Source: Library Juice) Fri, 27 Aug 2010 16:35:55 +0100 867499 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TechsourceBlog/~3/Px_704zx3Kc/asking-why.html Anyone who has spent time with small children knows that "why?" is one of the best and most vexing questions people can ask. "Why?" probes for motivations, explanations, understanding. It demands reflection and clear communication, and I think it's safe to say that most people have a complex relationship with this tiny word. Library techies can leverage "why?" to change how their organizations operate by questioning a ibrary procedure. Discussing workflow with coworkers and asking "why?" a lot, while offering ways to automate procedures, can offer value to your colleagues and your organization (and maybe wreak a little havoc). But "why?" is also a question library techs sometimes dread. "Why did it work before but not this time?" "Why is it broken?" "Why am I getting this error message?" Often the answer is straightforward: a setting has been changed, or a network problem is creating the error. But sometimes, getting to why would require an electrical engineering background and a path of inquiry beyond simply fixing the problem. Nothing is quite so frustrating as resolving a persistent error only to have your techjoy smashed to bits by a coworker disappointed because you're not quite sure why the computer stopped recognizing the printer, you only know that they're now friends again. Before you all send me angry email: yes, most of the time, knowing why something isn't working is the key to fixing it. Computer not connecting to the Internet? Well, that frayed Ethernet cable might be the culprit. This is the third time in a year that's happened? Well, maybe we should move the cable out of the path of the vacuum. Why did your computer's Ethernet port stop working? No idea. It's dead, I installed a network card, now you're online again. If it dies again, that's a different story. ... Fri, 27 Aug 2010 14:47:19 +0100 867912 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15562 Public Services / Reference Librarian (Inter-American Development Bank, Washington, District of Columbia) The Inter-American Development Bank, the largest and leading source of financing for regional development in Latin America and the Caribbean, seeks an energetic and service oriented Librarian with a strong background in the socioeconomic development, history and cultures of Latin America and the Caribbean, to lead the Felipe Herrera Library Reference and Public Services Program. The successful candidate will provide reference services for the Bank's clients based on continuous research of user behavior and service programming committed to results. ... Fri, 27 Aug 2010 11:15:01 +0100 866059 http://permalink.gmane.org/gmane.education.web4lib/16748 Libraries are also subject to market and other pressures. However that only makes a stronger case to uphold the ALA code of ethics, specifically items three and six: 3. We protect each library user's right to privacy and confidentiality with respect to information sought or received and resources consulted, borrowed, acquired or transmitted. 6. We do not advance private interests at the expense of library users, colleagues, or our employing institutions. - http://www.ala.org/ala/issuesadvocacy/proethics/codeofethics/codeethics.cfm Each library should have their own privacy/confidentiality policies, many have posted policies including: 1. Collecting only as much personal information from patrons as needed to serve them. 2. Keeping records related to what information patrons sought or received confidential and only reveal as required by law. 3. Keeping those records only as long as required. Look at your own policies and make sure your practices match up to them. That's where understanding GA co (Source: gmane.education.web4lib) Fri, 27 Aug 2010 04:00:00 +0100 866245 http://acrlog.org/2010/08/27/sudden-thoughts-and-second-thoughts-28/ Even Lightning Gets More Time I like lightning talks. I have given four of them now. It’s a challenge to come up with a sensible presentation that still manages a good learning experience while hopefully entertaining the crowd. All have been in the 5 minute range. That’s precious little time to say anything of much substance – but I talk fast. To my way of thinking 5 minutes is the right amount of time for a sensible lightning talk. And it’s still challenging enough that many who try cannot complete in 5 minutes. Well I just saw a program announcement where they are offering the stupendously generous time of 3 minutes for a lightning talk. My reaction to that is “why bother?”. Is there really much of anything you can say or do of value in so short a time – and would you really want to be in the audience at this thing? Are we now having a competition to see who can come up with the shortest lightning talk program? What’s next? A 30-second lightning talk? Perhaps a lightning talk where you only get 140 characters. This is getting ridiculous. Those Other L-School Grads Aren’t Getting Jobs and They Are Mad As Hell and Not Taking It Have you been following what’s going on with those disgruntled law school graduates who are incredibly pissed off because no law firms are offering them high-paying jobs as soon as they are handed their diplomas? They made the choice to become lawyers, and they made the choice to go into deep debt ($100K or more is not uncommon). Now they are blaming their law schools and their career offices for misleading them about their job prospects. From a USA Today article: A small but growing coalition of graduates, on blogs with names like “Scammed Hard” and “Shilling Me Softly,” blame their alma maters for luring them into expensive programs by overstating their employment prospects. ... Fri, 27 Aug 2010 04:00:00 +0100 866145 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Blogjunction/~3/7GBdQZqY8lo/ We’re heading into a second week of double-header online WebJunction events and hope to see you there! This week’s Digitization and Preservation Symposium was attended by more than 500 people (!) and included the usual buzz of resource and idea sharing throughout.  Be sure to review the archive and the questions and links gleaned from chat. If you missed the first two sessions in the Libraries and Economic Development Series, you can still register for Tuesday’s final session, Going to Your Customer – Outreach and Strategic Partnerships, to learn how to boost your community’s economic development. And if you’re involved in training of any sort, the second webinar next week is not to be missed. We have Emerging Leader Group N to thank for recruiting the Baltimore County Public Library Virtual Orientation Project for this webinar. On Wednesday September 1, 2:00 Eastern, in collaboration with ALA Learning Roundtable we’re pleased to host Creating A Virtual Orientation for New Staff. Orienting new staff quickly to your organization is very important. A virtual orientation could be the key to a timely, comprehensive, standardized introduction to your library system. Discover advantages to implementing a virtual orientation for your workplace. Presenters  Jean Mantegna, Sandy Lombardo, and Melissa Hepler have also shared their expertise in a recently published case study. Come join us on Wednesday if you want to hear how they planned, tested and implemented this exciting training project! Register and preview resources » (Source: BlogJunction) Thu, 26 Aug 2010 23:39:25 +0100 867274 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15554 Web Developer (Computer Systems Analyst) (Great River Regional Library, St. Cloud, Minnesota) Great River Regional Library (GRRL) is one library in 32 locations across 6 central Minnesota counties serving nearly 450,000 residents. To meet our patrons’ needs, GRRL provides nearly 1 million books, CDs, DVDs, downloadable audiobooks and e-books as well as subscription databases, 268 public computers and free wireless internet. For more information, please visit griver.org. Description: The Web Developer (Computer Systems Analyst) exists to assist in the provision of information technology services to staff and public users at all locations and across the region through the use of web technologies. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865555 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15540 Undergraduate Services Librarian (University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa) Reporting to the Head, Reference and Library Instruction Department (RLI), the Undergraduate Services Librarian is responsible for the design and implementation of innovative library services and instruction programs aimed at undergraduate students and for coordinating all aspects of first-year experience and general undergraduate education/library outreach. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865554 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15542 Reader Services Librarian (Harvard University, Cambridge, Massachusetts) Access Services is a large-scale department that includes over 50 staff and is comprised of three main units: Reader Services, Resource Sharing, and Collection Management.The Reader Services Librarian is a member of the Widener and Lamont Access Services management team, who participates in shaping the direction of services for the department.  This position communicates and collaborates with unit heads at the Lamont Library and represents Lamont Reader Services in committee work and collaboration efforts across HCL and HUL. This position manages HUL’s largest Reserves operation, servicing over 10,000 items supporting the curriculum of over 700 courses per year. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865553 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15562 Public Services / Reference Librarian (Inter-American Bank, Washington, District of Columbia) The Inter-American Development Bank, the largest and leading source of financing for regional development in Latin America and the Caribbean, seeks an energetic and service oriented Librarian with a strong background in the socioeconomic development, history and cultures of Latin America and the Caribbean, to lead the Felipe Herrera Library Reference and Public Services Program. The successful candidate will provide reference services for the Bank's clients based on continuous research of user behavior and service programming committed to results. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865552 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15549 Library Director (Kings County Library, Hanford, California) Salary Range: $78,000 – $101,400 annually. Excellent benefits including fully paid PERS 2% @ 55. Fully paid medical benefits which include health/dental/vision/chiropractic care/mental health.  $50,000 term/life insurance, long term disability insurance and an additional 48 hours of management vacation every fiscal year. Description: Under administrative direction of the County Administrative Officer, this at-will Department Head is responsible for the overall administration and management of all library activities throughout the County library system which includes six branches and one community/school library. Responsible for planning, organizing and reviewing library services and programs for patrons of all ages. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865551 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15538 Library Director (Fort Dodge Public Library, Fort Dodge, Iowa) The City of Fort Dodge is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, service oriented Library Director with public library experience to build on our library's past successes and lead it to new levels of excellence.  The library director will be responsible for staff supervision, budget management and the planning, direction, development and evaluation of library policies, services and procedures. The director will also represent the library through public contact, including regularly working at a public service desk.  For a complete job description and more information about the library please visit our website at www.fortdodgeiowa.org/library. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865550 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15557 Library Assistant (Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, Cleveland, Ohio) The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum, the world’s first museum dedicated to the living heritage of rock and roll music, is currently seeking candidates for the position of Library Assistant.  Reporting to the Catalog and Metadata Librarian, the Library Assistant is responsible for processing incoming library materials, performing basic copy cataloging of library materials, assisting with acquisitions duties, and providing basic reference service to Library and Archives users. A bachelor’s degree in a related field is preferred. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865549 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15556 Korean Studies Librarian (University of Chicago Library, Chicago, Illinois) The University of Chicago Library seeks candidates for the Korean Studies Librarian.  The East Asian Collection has nearly 800,000 volumes of CJK materials, with a growing electronic resource collection. Graduate degree from ALA accredited MLS/MLIS required. Undergraduate or graduate degree in Korean Studies or social science or humanities discipline with a principal emphasis on Korea highly desirable. Excellent knowledge of Korean culture desirable. Substantial experience in a research library directly related to Korean studies desirable.  Knowledge of Korean publishing industry and book trade desirable. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865548 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15552 Information Literacy Librarian (Asnuntuck Community College, Enfield, Connecticut) Academic Year 2010-2011 Appointment (Temporary, Full-Time – 35 hours per week) ANTICIPATED STARTING DATE: October 2010 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: ALA-accredited Masters Degree in Library Science (or MLIS), with one to four years of related experience including up to two years of experience in leading or supervising others, or a combination of education, training, and experience which would lead to the competencies required. Demonstrated strong competencies in information literacy instruction and reference service. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865547 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15559 Head, Electronic Serials Librarian (Duke University, Durham, North Carolina) Under the supervision of the Head of Electronic Resources and Serials Management, the Electronic Serials Librarian plans, coordinates, and supervises the workflow for serials data in the electronic resources knowledgebase, link resolver and federated search engine.  S/he takes the lead in resolving access problems for e-serials and trains assistants in resolving problems as appropriate. S/he supervises the Electronic Serials Section which is composed of three support staff. Salary and rank dependent on qualifications and experience. Comprehensive benefits package. Required qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent combination of education and experience. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865546 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15550 Head, Content Development/Acquisitions (Kansas State University Libraries, Manhattan, Kansas) Kansas State University is conducting a search for the position of Head, Content Development/Acquisitions Department at K-State Libraries.  MLS as well as experience in acquisitions, e-resources, resource sharing, or collection development/management required.  For a complete position description and application procedures visit our website:  www.lib.k-state.edu/jobs.  EOE. Background check required. (Source: Latest ALA Job Listings) Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865545 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15539 Electronic Resources Librarian (Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, North Carolina) Western Carolina University’s Hunter Library seeks an Electronic Resources Librarian to provide leadership and professional expertise in the management and coordination of library electronic resources.  This new position will activate and manage access to a wide range of licensed electronic resources such as databases, journals, and books.  The position will also serve as the go-to person for all library staff for resolving problems related to access. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865544 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15553 Director of Libraries (Framingham Public Library, Framingham, Massachusetts) The Framingham Public Library serves a diverse community of 67,000 in the largest municipality in the Commonwealth with a town meeting form of government. The Library Director manages a budget of $2,077,000 and a staff of 45 FTE’s in both the Main Library and the McAuliffe Branch Library. The Director oversees all aspects of library system operations including finances, personnel, collections, public relations, facilities, computer systems, and other equipment. The Director fosters positive relationships with the public, town officials and employees, and promotes excellent customer service. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865543 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15551 Director (Yazoo Library Association, Yazoo City, Mississippi) Director Yazoo Library Association B. S. Ricks Memorial Library 310 North Main Street Yazoo City, MS 39194 662-746-5586 The Administrative Board of Trustees of the Yazoo Library Association’s B. S. Ricks Memorial Library is seeking a creative and innovative Director who can blend traditional library services with the technology needs required by our citizens. Yazoo City is situated in Yazoo County, the Gateway to the Mississippi Delta. Named for a preeminent turn of the 20th century local entrepreneur, the B. S. Ricks Memorial Library is a 1901 Beaux Arts building that is also on the National Register of Historic Places. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865542 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15548 Director (Monona Public Library, Monona, Wisconsin) The City of Monona, WI (Population 8,000), located in the Greater Madison area, seeks a Director responsible for all aspects of library administration. Salary range $55,000 - 62,000 with excellent benefits. Visit http://www.mononalibrary.org/about/jobs.html for detailed requirements and position description. Send cover letter with resume to the Library Search Committee at mononalibrarysearch@gmail.com. Application deadline: October 1, 2010.     (Source: Latest ALA Job Listings) Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865541 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15543 Collection Services Supervisor (Timberland Regional Library, Tumwater, Washington) Timberland Regional Library is looking for a proactive leader for our Acquisitions department. Duties include supervising 5 FTE, managing the fund accounting for a $2.6 million materials budget, and working closely with other Collection Services departments to provide excellent customer service. Please submit a Cover Letter, Resume and answers to the Supplemental Questions in addition to your TRL Application. Job code TECH532035-01, 40 hours/week (1.0fte) Applications must be received by 9/17/10 at 5pm. Please visit our website for more information: www.trl.org (Source: Latest ALA Job Listings) Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865540 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15560 Children's Librarian (Fond du Lac Public Library, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin) Children's Librarian -- Fond du Lac Public Library, Wisconsin Candidates must be creative, motivated, and have a sense of humor. FDLPL is nationally recognized for our programs regarding financial literacy and employment. We wish to achieve excellence in our services to Children by giving them the tools they need to both achieve success in education and to think creatively and  independently. We are dedicated to giving our coworkers the latitude to grow and make the best use of their talents within a highly developed team environment. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865539 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=15546 Associate Dean, Public Services (#273B) (University of Southern California, Los Angeles, California) The University of Southern California (USC) Libraries seek an innovative, service oriented, and experienced information professional to lead and manage the public service operations of USC Libraries. The Associate Dean reports to the Dean, serves as a member of the Dean’s Cabinet, and ensures the overall effectiveness of the extensive public service operations of 14 physically separate branch libraries as well as the interlibrary loan and document delivery service. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 22:15:01 +0100 865538 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TechsourceBlog/~3/k03lPeReU_w/paul-signorelli-guest-post.html The chilling fact is,  most training—around 85 percent—is wasted; it leaves learners doing exactly what they were doing before they completed a training session. Which, of course, is an incredible waste of time, money, and people for everyone involved. And the tragedy is that it doesn’t have to be this way. So how do we beat the odds? Can technology help? In two 90-minute ALA TechSource Workshops next month, we’ll explore ways to inexpensively and effectively use technology in face-to-face and online learning. The gist of what we’re going to do together is look at ways to put the learners at the center of the process and keep technology in its place as a tool that helps us work more effectively while saving money for the organizations we serve—both by holding down expenditures and by producing better results. We will attempt to create and nurture communities of learning, comprising well-educated staff who understand and enthusiastically embrace meaningful change. Our first session, on September 16, will explore ways to creatively use familiar tools including Word and PowerPoint in conjunction with online resources such as YouTube, Google Docs, and SlideShare to creatively inspire learning that produces positive results. Our second session, on September 23, will take us on a major leap forward: we’ll discuss ways to apply what we do face-to-face to online settings through Skype, Google Chat, LinkedIn discussion groups, and other tools. We’ll emphasize  low- or no-cost tools. The goal is to inspire participants to seek innovative ways to serve their colleagues, their organizations, and those they ultimately serve. And if we leave with smiles on our faces and with less stressful reactions to the words “technology” and “change,” we will have taken step toward making our world feel a little less daunting and a lot more like home. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 17:34:19 +0100 867913 http://www.cla-net.org/weblog/2010/08/pornography_sol.php Public Access Computers One evening in 2010 in a small family-oriented library where I work as a part-time Reference Librarian, I found myself questioning what I should do. A parent came to me for assistance. She quietly stepped up to the reference desk, and so as not to be overheard, she whispered to me that a man using one of the public access computers was seated next to her 9-year-old child, and he was browsing what looked like child pornography on the next cubicle. Yes, it happened. I was stunned. I wondered could this man possibly be so bold (or desperate enough) to be viewing child pornography in a public library filled with juveniles and their parents researching CA Missions? I was the only librarian on duty. I had to think, assess the situation, confirm the information, act quickly, discreetly, and ethically to solve this dilemma. What should I do? What would you do? What library principles should librarians and library professionals obey in a similar situation? What resources and tools does the American Library Association (ALA) provide to help us? I am certain that I am not the first, and sadly, I am nor the last librarian that will encounter a similar situation. First of all, without corroborating the alleged claim, I must admit that my reaction was not only judgmental; it was also wrong, and unprofessional. Thus, I am writing about my predicament because, in retrospect, I know that I did not act as professionally as I could have, and as a life-long learner and graduate student in the School of Library and Information Science (SLIS) at San José State University, I must remember to apply what I have learned. Librarianship has multiple resources that provide librarians and library professionals the guidelines and tools we need to deal with and resolve any problem. ... Thu, 26 Aug 2010 16:40:56 +0100 867935 http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/new/index.php/2010/08/25/talk-time-your-library-tiempo-para-conversar-en-la-biblioteca/ September 17 - November 19, 2010. If you are a beginning or intermediate English language learner, please join us for a fun evening of activities that will allow you to practice your English in a relaxed setting. Stop by or call the South Madison Branch Library at 266-6395 to register for the free ten-week series. Childcare will be provided for children ages 3 and up. (Volunteers who wish to help with the series must take a two-hour training course on September 10 and commit to weekly meetings as well as the weekly Talk Time Sessions). This project is made possible by an American Dream Grant from the American Library Association, funded by the Dollar General Literacy Foundation. (Source: What's New) Wed, 25 Aug 2010 22:22:01 +0100 865603 http://litablog.org/2010/08/lita-forum-student-registration-rate-available/ LITA is offering a special student registration rate to the 2010 LITA National Forum to a limited number of graduate students enrolled in ALA accredited programs. The Forum will be held September 30 – October 3, 2010 at the Hilton City Downtown, Atlanta, GA. To learn more about the Forum, visit www.lita.org/forum In exchange for the discounted registration, students will assist the LITA organizers and the Forum presenters with the on-site operations for the Forum. This year’s theme is “The Cloud & the Crowd.” We are anticipating an attendance of 400-500 decision makers and implementers of new information technologies in libraries. The selected students will be expected to attend the full LITA National Forum, Friday noon through Sunday noon, but not the preconferences on Thursday and Friday. You will be assigned a variety of duties, but will be able to attend the Forum programs, which include 3 keynote sessions, approximately 30 concurrent sessions, and 12 poster presentations. The student rate is $175 – half the regular registration rate for LITA members. This rate includes a Friday night reception at the hotel, continental breakfasts, and Saturday lunch. To apply for the student registration rate, please provide the following information: 1) Complete contact information including email address, 2) The name of the school you are attending, and 3) 150 word (or less) statement on why you want to attend the LITA National Forum Please send this information no later than September 10, 2010 to lita@ala.org, with LITA Forum Student Registration Request in the subject line. Those selected for the student rate will be notified no later than September 15, 2010. (Source: LITA Blog) Wed, 25 Aug 2010 21:51:53 +0100 866725 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TechsourceBlog/~3/uMFGd78705o/new-library-technology-report-on-measuring-electronic-resource-use.html In the August/September issue of Library Technology Reports (vol. 46; no. 6), Rachel Fleming-May and Jill Grogg cover state of the art of electronic resources use measurement, offering guidance on presenting clear and meaningful measurement in research, assessment, and standards creation. Topics Covered Include: Assessing Use and Usage Standards, Tools, and Other Products Improving Understanding of Electronic Resources Usage Practitioner Responses on the Collection and Use of Usage Statistics An excerpt follows. With the explosion of digital resources over the past two decades, standards, tools, and other products have emerged to normalize statistics and improve protocols for transfer and management of such data. Some of these initiatives and products emerged as librarians and content providers alike worked together to paint a more accurate picture of use and usage, even if only at the most basic level. It was not so long ago that reasonably common definitions for actions such as a “session” or a “download” did not exist. Inconsistencies such as these made comparing the usage statistics available from one vendor against the statistics available from another akin to comparing apples and oranges—meaningful cross-comparison was not possible. Item elements, such as session, search, and download, were inconsistent from vendor to vendor and delivered to the librarian in any number of ways in any number of formats. In addition to the inconsistencies in definition, delivery method, and format, at issue is the amount of time it takes for librarians to collect, collate, and archive usage statistics, particularly for libraries with large digital collections. Initially, some libraries chose to create homegrown solutions to address this issue, and later, commercial vendors emerged with products such as Scholarly Stats, Serials Solutions' 360 Counter, and modules within integrated library systems (ILS). ... Wed, 25 Aug 2010 17:02:40 +0100 867914 http://librarywriting.blogspot.com/2010/08/call-for-proposals-academic-librarian.html Call for Proposals: Academic Librarian Lightning Round! Innovative New Roles, ALA Annual Conference 2011CALL FOR PRESENTATION PROPOSALSThe University Libraries and College Libraries Sections invite proposals for our 2011 ALA Annual Conference Program:Academic Librarian Lightning Round! Innovative New RolesInnovative College and University Librarians are increasingly assuming new academic, governance, professional, and service roles and responsibilities. By forging new pathways and partnerships, academiclibrarians can reassert the centrality of the library in their colleges and universities, and expand their expertise to benefit the core missions of their library and their institution. This fast-paced program features a variety of Lighting Talk presentations (also known as Pecha Kucha presentations) that dive right to the heart of the issue and engage the audience. RULES: 5 minute presentation, 20 slides, 15 seconds per slide EXAMPLES: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9NZOt6BkhUghttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cKe_cX5Ms_w&feature=relatedProposals should include a title and 75-word description of the presentation. They can be submitted here: Submission Form . Proposals will be due SEPTEMBER 15, 2010.Notifications of acceptance will be made by November 1, 2010. For more information, please contact Catherine Doyle,cdoyle0@zimbra.naz.edu (Source: A Library Writer's Blog) Wed, 25 Aug 2010 04:00:00 +0100 866353 http://librarywriting.blogspot.com/2010/08/chapters-needed-from-practicing.html Chapters Needed from Practicing LibrariansCo-Editor/ Editor: Carol Smallwood, MLSWriting and Publishing: The Librarian's Handbook, American LibraryAssociation, 2010 http://www.alastore.ala.org/detail.aspx?ID=2646Librarians as Community Partners: An Outreach Handbook, American LibraryAssociation, 2010 http://www.alastore.ala.org/detail.aspx?ID=2774Thinking Outside the Book: Essays for Innovative Librarians, McFarland,2008 http://www.mcfarlandpub.com/book-2.php?id=978-0-7864-3575-3Others by ALA, Peter Lang, Linworth, McFarland, Libraries Unlimited1. Preserving Local Writers, Genealogy, Photographs, Newspapers and Related MaterialsBook Publisher: Scarecrow PressChapters sought for an anthology by librarians who are not archivists who've worked with local historical societies in preserving local history, newspaper preservation, managing manuscript/book collections of local authors, local photography collections, kept student oral and written interviews of community members, and have done/are doing related activities. Tips needed on overcoming liability and invasion of privacy issues, what to save, ways to preserve local material for current and future generations. Librarians are often the lastchance that important aspects of local culture have of being conserved.No previously published, simultaneously submitted material; 3,000-3,500 words. Concise, how-to chapters, using bullets, headings, sidebars. Compensation: a complimentary book, discount on additional copies.Please e-mail 1-2 topics described separately in 2-3 sentences by September 30, 2010 with a 75-90 word bio. You will be contacted which of your topics will fit. Kindly place, PRESERVING/Your Name, on the subject line to: smallwood@tm.net2. Tips for Librarians Running Libraries Alone Book Publisher: Scarecrow PressChapters sought from special, school, public, academic librarians, LIS professors about managing a library alone.No previously published, simultaneously submitted material; 3,000-3,500 words. ... Wed, 25 Aug 2010 04:00:00 +0100 866348 http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/new/index.php/2010/08/24/best-websites-for-learning/ The American Association of School Librarians (AASL) announced the 2010 Top 25 Websites for Teaching and Learning.  The Top 25 Web sites for Teaching and Learning were named so because they foster the qualities of innovation, creativity, active participation and collaboration. The Web sites honored include: Animoto; Classroom 2.0; Curriki; diigo; edublogs; facebook; goodreads; Google reader; mindmeister; Ning; OurStory; Partnership for 21st Century Skills; Poll Everywhere; PrimaryAccess; RezED; Second Life; Simply Box; Skype; S.O.S. for Information Literacy; Teacher Tube; twitter; VoiceThread; Wikispaces; Wordle; and Zoho. All sites are free, web-based sites that are user-friendly and encourage a community of learners to explore and discover. You can find Madison Public Library on both facebook and twitter. (Source: What's New) Tue, 24 Aug 2010 22:04:43 +0100 865604 http://www.alatechsource.org/library-technology-reports/the-concept-of-electronic-resource-usage-and-libraries As any librarian knows, libraries of all size and type invest a significant portion of their budgets in the acquisition of electronic resources.  In addition to implementing and administering these resources, ibrarians are responsible for analyzing and demonstrating their cost-effectiveness. In the August/September issue of Library Technology Reports (vol. 46; no. 6), Rachel Fleming-May and Jill Grogg cover state of the art of electronic resources use measurement, offering guidance on presenting clear and meaningful measurement in research, assessment, and standards creation. Topics Covered Include: Assessing Use and Usage Standards, Tools, and Other Products Improving Understanding of Electronic Resources Usage Practitioner Responses on the Collection and Use of Usage Statistics Rachel A. Fleming-May is an assistant professor at the School of Information Sciences at the University of Tennessee. She received her PhD from the University of Alabama in 2008, and she has published and presented about use and usage, including in Portal: Libraries and the Academy. Jill E. Grogg is the e-resources librarian at the University of Alabama Libraries. Grogg has widely published on topics such as reference linking, e-resource management, and digital libraries. She was named a 2007 Mover & Shaker by Library Journal. (Source: ALA Techsource) Tue, 24 Aug 2010 21:20:53 +0100 866732 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Blogjunction/~3/MymWgF7bU_8/ WebJunction sponsored my “Inside, Outside, & Online” program at the joint PNLA/WLA conference in Victoria BC last week. I thought you might like to see my slides from that presentation. The program is based on my book (same title), available from ALA Editions here. (Sorry, I couldn’t help but insert a tiny bit of self promotion!) The program runs through the five elements of community building that we uncovered in our research for this work (needs assessment, service design & delivery, marketing, evaluation, and sustainability), and provides pictures and examples from many of the library staff that I talked with throughout the process. Embedded throughout are a number of questions for the audience – as I invited them to consider how their personal and organizational experiences related to the stories that I relayed. I invite you to do the same … I’d love to hear from you! (Source: BlogJunction) Tue, 24 Aug 2010 20:34:11 +0100 867276 http://libraryjuicepress.com/blog/?p=2365&cpage=1#comment-1129089 Dan – I agree with you. Of all professional organizations, I think ALA should be better regarding its documents. (Source: Comments for Library Juice) Tue, 24 Aug 2010 14:12:59 +0100 867470 http://libraryjuicepress.com/blog/?p=2365&cpage=1#comment-1129086 As you may know, the ALA changed its web site, broke a huge number of links, and never added redirects. I wish it hadn’t done that. I simply cannot update all the links I made to the ALA. And why, if the ALA might again redesign its web site? (Source: Comments for Library Juice) Tue, 24 Aug 2010 13:54:20 +0100 867472 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/blogspot/zcGn/~3/8S6nAY7ohbw/nominations-open-for-i-love-my.html Nominations are now open for the 2010 Carnegie Corporation of New York/New York Times I Love My Librarian Award. The award invites library users in the U.S. to recognize the accomplishments of librarians in public, school, college, community college and university libraries for their efforts to improve the lives of people in their community. Nominations run through September 20 and are being accepted online.   Details from the press release:Up to 10 librarians will be selected.  Each will receive a $5,000 cash award, a plaque and a $500 travel stipend to attend an awards ceremony and reception in New York, hosted by The New York Times in December.  Each nominee must be a librarian with a master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program or a master’s degree with a specialty in school library media from an educational unit accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education.  Nominees must be currently working in the United States in a public library, a library at an accredited two- or four-year college or university, or at an accredited K-12 school.In 2008, Carnegie Corporation of New York awarded the American Library Association (ALA) $489,000 to support the award, which will continue annually through 2012.  The award continues in the tradition of one The New York Times presented from 2001 to 2006. Last year, more than 3,200 library users nationwide nominated a librarian.  For more information on last year’s winners, visit ilovelibraries.org/ilovemylibrarian.The M Word Blog teaches your library and non-profit tips, tricks and trends of the marketing trade. (Source: The "M" Word - Marketing Libraries) Sun, 22 Aug 2010 04:00:00 +0100 866125 http://michaelgolrick.blogspot.com/2010/08/mid-august-links.html The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) is what, 25 or so years old, I wonder what took so long for Final regulations on disability access to libraries and other places issued reported in Library Law Blog, among other places.Library Society of the World (a sort of anti-ALA) has its second coloring contest (in part to celebrate the end of the summer).The last couple days, Rory Litwin of Library Juice, Library Juice Press, and Litwin Books (among other ventures and adventures) has been waxing philosophically about libraries and librarianship. On August 18, he ruminates about standards and accreditation. The next day he wrote A Brief Note about Libraries and Elitism. Both are well worth a read.Bobbie Newman (librarian and writer at both Librarian by Day and Libraries and Transliteracy) has a thoughtful post on the role of control in the age of social networks. [I found it fascinating since my daughter has just taken a new job where social media is part of what she does. She even gave me permission to tell her when I notice something...]Brian Herzog (a librarian in Massachusetts) has an interesting blog: Swiss Army Librarian. There are two recent posts which caught my attention: the "Reference Question of the Week" in July and dealt with Postal Service and address changes, and a Checklist Reference Desk Manifesto. The first reflects an notable federal government attitude/policy where some things are free online and others cost, while the paper process is free. Address changes is one. Filing income taxes is another. As of this past filing season, you could file for free if your income was low enough, if you were too high, you had to pay to file electronically (even though electronic filing saves the government money). Where is the logic? The second....is on my list for work.I just loved this Illustrated Guide to a PhD, especially since getting a PhD in LIS was a topic in the car this morning. ... Sat, 21 Aug 2010 04:00:00 +0100 866274 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/a-informacao/~3/61pdM47cpcY/bibliopraca.html Fonte: Prefeitura de Canoas (RS).Data: 16/08/2010.Os livros chegaram à praça, e desta vez pra ficar. Canoas inaugurou neste sábado, 14, a primeira biblioteca com estrutura fixa em uma praça na cidade, e também, a pioneira em seu modelo no país. Trata-se da Bilbiopraça, uma estrutura na forma de um grande livro, que, quando aberto, em forma de leque, transforma-se em prateleiras. Cada “página” tem 1,30 metro de comprimento por 1,75 metro de altura. O equipamento, feito de metal, comporta 150 livros de diversos gêneros e foi inaugurado na Praça Dona Mocinha (localizada entre as ruas Alegrete e Júlio de Castilhos), no bairro Niterói.Antes de ser oficialmente inaugurada, a Bibliopraça já estava exposta para população. Morador do bairro, o motoboy Jorge Adriano da Rosa, 36 anos, foi o primeiro a se cadastrar para o empéstimo de livros. “Adoro ler de tudo, como ficção, livros de época e de grandes autores. A iniciativa é ótima, pois facilita o acesso à literatura”, disse.O empréstimo de livros será uma das facilidades ao alcance da população. O cadastro pode ser feito no local, com a apresentação de documento de identificação e comprovante de residência. Os livros podem ser levados por uma semana. Quem optar, pode ler na praça, sem necessidade de cadastro.ESTÉTICAAlém de ferramenta para a expansão da leitura, a Bibliopraça também embeleza a recém revitalizada praça Dona Mocinha. Colocada em estrutura fixa, sob um pergolado de madeira, o ‘livro gigante” reproduz a capa e contracapa de uma publicação quando está fechado. Na cor verde, integra-se à predominância dos elementos naturais, como canteiros e árvores, da praça. Modelo igual não existe no país, garante o titular da Cultura, Jéferson Assumção. FUNCIONAMENTOOs livros estão distribuídos na proporção de 30% de obras para o público adulto; 30 % de literatura juvenil; 30% destinado ao público infantil e 10% dos livros de autores canoenses. ... Sat, 21 Aug 2010 01:46:00 +0100 865232 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/a-informacao/~3/tuhRtDBBPKQ/reconstrucao-de-bibliotecas-publicas-em.html Fonte: Ministério da Cultura. Data: 16/08/2010.As oito cidades de Alagoas que tiveram suas bibliotecas públicas municipais destruídas terão seus equipamentos refeitos pelo Ministério da Cultura, em parceria com o governo do estado e os municípios. Em reunião ontem, em Alagoas, coordenada pela Secretaria de Cultura do Estado, o MinC apresentou a proposta de reconstrução das bibliotecas, por meio do Programa Mais Cultura.Desde as enchentes, em junho, o ministério tem monitorado a situação das bibliotecas públicas municipais das cidades atingidas pelas cheias no Nordeste. Em parceira com a Secretaria de Cultura do Estado, foram levantadas oito cidades que tiveram seus equipamentos danificados: Paulo Jacinto, Branquinha, Murici, Quebrangulo, Rio Largo, Santana do Mundaú, Capela e Viçosa. No último dia 29 de julho, foi publicada Medida Provisória do Presidente da República destinando R$ 5,16 milhões para a construção de novas bibliotecas no lugar daquelas que tiveram seus prédios destruídos e a modernização das que foram afetadas pelas cheias, mas que preservaram seus prédios.As bibliotecas a serem implantadas contemplam um novo modelo de equipamento cultural, do Programa Mais Cultura, em que o local tem um jardim de leitura integrado, um pequeno auditório, espaço para brincar e computadores conectados à internet. Cada nova biblioteca terá uma área construída de 310 m², com acervo inicial de mil livros.Serão investidos R$ 450 mil pelo MinC, em cada biblioteca, incluindo a construção, acervo e mobiliário. Como contrapartida, o município doa o terreno onde será instalada a biblioteca, comprometendo-se a criá-la por lei, além da dotação orçamentária para a mesma. Por sua vez, o governo do estado irá disponibilizar equipe para orientar a instalação, bem como capacitar os profissionais do município que irão trabalhar no equipamento. ... Sat, 21 Aug 2010 01:42:00 +0100 865233 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/Librarianinblack/~3/TivFyfXa5Ok/lib-recommends-%e2%80%93-2010-08-20.html Libraries webbies–Check out a new freemium Search Engine Optimization tool from Ginzametrics. http://tcrn.ch/9w8Nvw “I believe that Net Neutrality is the First Amendment issue of our time.” – Al Franken – http://bit.ly/bi68pl Not that you’d do anything illegal w/ this, but…from @Lifehacker Five Ways To Download Torrents Anonymously http://lifehacker.com/5617891/ From @dweinberger I’m starting a new job as co-dir of Harvard Law’s Library Lab. A very cool place w/ astounding folks. http://bit.ly/bpsYLx Weinberger is the author of Everything is Miscellaneous, in which yours truly gets quoted! “Building a Location-aware Mobile Search Application” in CODE4LIB – http://journal.code4lib.org/articles/2947 (sent to me by @natenatenate) How do you find archived webinars? http://j.mp/btpmq7 from @mickjacobsen, via @mstephens7 From @sixrevisions: 30 Web Designs with Beautiful Typography http://bit.ly/drIN78 Post from the always brilliant @jessamyn about the SkyRiver vs. OCLC antitrust lawsuit http://bit.ly/daIyE4 Can Mobile Tech, Collaboration, and a Focus on User Experience Rejuvenate Reference Services? http://bit.ly/cqWm6S (via @DrWeb2) Gadgets & Gizmos: Personal Electronics & the Library – alastore.ala.org/detail.aspx?ID… GREAT resource from @griffey for mobile devices (via @mstephens7) From @rtennant: “E-Books: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly” http://bit.ly/c9ap1R New meta flights info search engine: Hipmunk : http://mash.to/2sg9t (via @mashable) Everything Your Android Phone Can Replace: 45 Gadgets With a Total Weight of 110 Pounds http://bit.ly/b8rl6f (via @dontgetcaught, via @librarianbyday) The Seven Digital Sins of Online Collaboration http://bit.ly/97UEea (via @sabram) 7 Tips for Giving Effective Design Project Quotes http://bit. ... Fri, 20 Aug 2010 22:40:50 +0100 866666 http://www.madisonpubliclibrary.org/new/index.php/2010/08/20/read-with-nathan-fillion/ Nathan Fillion, star of the ABC series, Castle, joins the American Library Association (ALA) Graphics READ Campaign. The Canadian-born actor is also popular for his work with Joss Whedon on the series “Firefly,” its film adaptation “Serenity” and “Dr. Horrible’s Sing-Along Blog.” Fillion’s parents, both retired English teachers, instilled in him the importance of literacy, leading Nathan to co-found the non-profit organization Kids Need to Read. The Foundation encourages literacy and social responsibility through its gifts of inspiring books to schools, libraries and literacy programs serving disadvantaged children. Other new ALA READ posters feature the Jonas Brothers, characters from the movies “Eclipse” and “New Moon,” R&B singer-songwriter Ne-Yo and NBA star Yao Ming.  You can also create your own READ poster with the READ® image generator. (Source: What's New) Fri, 20 Aug 2010 15:56:04 +0100 865605 http://www.alatechsource.org/smart-libraries-newsletter/september-2010 This month’s lead story illustrates real-world examples of some broader industry trends and how they manifest themselves in areas like business and technology. The research for this article was a fascinating exercise in tracing the roots of products familiar today back to the earlier era of library automation history that spanned multiple continents. Through this story, we can also see the way that a product initially created for a specific library takes hold regionally, nationally, and internationally. It has been an interesting process to untangle the antecedent products and companies, the technology issues, and even lawsuits involved in the background behind the launch of a new library automation system named Evolve. --Marshall Breeding Also in this issue: Evolve ILS Launched by InfoVision Software Following OCLC Acquisition of Amlib Milestones in open source discovery products (Source: ALA Techsource) Thu, 19 Aug 2010 20:05:55 +0100 866733 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TameTheWeb/~3/EWeB7Lno_tw/ Man, webinars, streamed meetings, recorded speeches, etc. are everywhere. Earlier today I stumbled across a twitter hashtag #gwws discussing a seemingly interesting (haven’t had a chance to watch it yet)  presentation on screencasts and staff development. This is directly in my professional interest wheelhouse. I am lucky I noticed the hashtag. What if I hadn’t? I, on the same hand, recently facilitated the Chicagoland Library Drupal Group.  We had some great content, discussing the soon to come and conquer Drupal 7 and how to allow patrons to make customized database lists using the Flag Module. We streamed and recorded the event (here).  I advertised on the drupal4lib listserv, web4lib, ALA Connect and Twitter.  I am positive I have missed a large portion of the audience that have or will have an interest in learning about these topics.  I think it is important to put my recorded content in a place where it can easily be found. I also want a place I can easily find content that interests me.  Does this exist?  I don’t think so, at least I have not been able to find it. So, might as well create it, right?  I have made a page on the Library Success Wiki as a home for these webinars, streamed meetings, recorded speeches and the like, titled Webinars and such.  I imagine I don’t have to describe why a wiki is a good idea for this. Please add links to the wiki and spread the word. TTW Contributor: Mick Jacobsen (Source: Tame The Web: Libraries and Technology) Thu, 19 Aug 2010 02:22:09 +0100 864753 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/infoisland/~3/AvbmLXHPhyY/ Community Virtual Library August 25th – CVL Book Fair Publishing Discussion http://slurl.com/secondlife/Info%20Island%20International/205/50/33 Esther Grassian (SL: Alexandria Knight) and Diane Nahl (SL: Adra Letov) on professional publishing for librarians and educators. August 26th – Community Virtual Library’s Coexist Discussion 6 PM SLT http://slurl.com/secondlife/Info%20Island/160/167/33 To vent or not to vent? What is healthier? To vent, rant, rave and get it out of your system? Or to look on the bright side, give second and third chances, and keep smiling? CVL Book Fair Exhibits: The Book Path Info Island http://slurl.com/secondlife/Info%20Island/110/105/33 Throughout Info Island on the paths that interlace the sim you will find “book linkers” (objects made to look like books that link you to complete text versions of the book on the Internet) on the paths. Right click on a book that interests you and click on “Buy.” You can buy as many books as you like for Zero Lindens. You can also modify (reshape) the books you buy to make them smaller (more like a book). Each book is one prim and all have been decorated nicely by volunteers A Look at the Book Info Island http://slurl.com/secondlife/Info%20Island/68/91/33 Displays on selected topics in the history of the book Sacred Texts Peace Park, Info Island http://slurl.com/secondlife/Info%20Island/147/166/33 Find the sacred texts linked to books placed around Peace Park, CVL’s religious resource area. These books will link you to the sacred texts of many world religions: Judaism, Confucianism, Christian, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Taosim, and more The Flying Book Tour Imagination Island http://slurl.com/secondlife/Imagination%20Island/118/180/25 (op aboard the Flying Book on Imagination Island and take a tour up in the clouds learning about some classic children’s books and authors. ... Wed, 18 Aug 2010 23:41:18 +0100 867258 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TameTheWeb/~3/51f0a5eF2NI/ I couldn’t participate in the rescheduled ALA TechSource Webinar but I was able to contribute slides and some text. Tech Trend: Teaching & Learning in Flux View more presentations from Michael Stephens. Organizational Immersive Learning This subcategory addresses the outstanding success of the Learning 2.0 model of staff training: free, open, and inclusive. I was going to highlight my Australian research project sponsored by CAVAL. The foundation for this multi-dimensional study comes from the global replication of the program (1000 institutions and counting) and the words of Stephen Abram: ““I believe that this has been one of the most transformational and viral activities to happen globally to libraries in decades.” Here’s a bit from a draft article my co-investigator Warren Cheetham and I just submitted to the New Review of Academic Librarianship that features a content analysis of focus groups with academic librarians: What has been the lasting impact on your library after Learning 2.0? These statements sum up the majority of responses to this question: I am more confident with new technologies now. I am more inclined to explore new technologies now. I am more in the know about these technologies now. Respondents shared statements concerning their comfort level trying out new sites and tools. ... Wed, 18 Aug 2010 18:46:40 +0100 864756 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TameTheWeb/~3/0xN9bhIWkdU/ http://www.alatechsource.org/blog/2010/08/interview-with-michael-edson.html MS: The connection between libraries and museums gets clearer and clearer to me, especially after my speaking trip to Germany. At our Stammtisch evening, I spent a long time chatting with a museum employee. Her take was this: “We have 30 seconds to grab a visitor’s attention. We can’t use a blog. We can’t create a social experience in that time…”  Then at UGUL, you said to the audience “We have competition from EVERYONE.” What can museums – and libraries – do in this time of great competition to meet the needs of users and non-users alike? How do we “grab” them? ME: The “We’re competing with everyone” line I used at UGUL is from my “Imagining a Smithsonian Commons” paper [http://www.slideshare.net/edsonm/cil-2009-michael-edson-text-version starting around p 21]. I’m trying to build a case for greater Institutional focus on Web and new media by showing that many of our beloved Institutions just aren’t as relevant and useful as we think they are. I think the issue of “how we grab them” is both practical and a philosophical. The degree to which we do and don’t need to “grab” our audiences is contingent on the individual missions of our organizations—the work we need to do in society. I recall that there are something like 18,000 museums in the U.S., and I don’t know how many libraries, archives, history centers, and the like—each one of which has a different mission, audience, collection, staff, and board of directors. Some of these missions can be accomplished by sitting back and guarding vaults, while others require us to compete with Lady Ga Ga [? Gaga?]. I am content, as a U.S. ... Wed, 18 Aug 2010 18:41:46 +0100 864757 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/a-informacao/~3/rgx4GC8MzBY/censo-da-internet-brasileira.html Autor: Rui Maciel. Data: 17/08/2010.Fonte; IDG Now.Pesquisa é feita pelo CGI.br e analisa a rede formada pelos sites de acesso público identificados pelos domínios ".br", ".com.br", ".org.br", ".net.br" e "gov.br"O Brasil é o primeiro país do mundo a realizar um Censo na Internet nacional. O responsável pelo projeto - que leva o nome de Censo na Web.br - será o Comitê Gestor de Internet no Brasil (CGI.br), que prevê a realização de estudos sobre a rede formada pelos sites de acesso público identificados pelos domínios ".br", ".com.br", ".org.br", ".net.br", ".gov.br" e mais as páginas para os quais há redirecionamentos diretos, via servidor, a partir de um site ".br".O objetivo geral do projeto é criar e divulgar indicadores de todos os sites hospedados sob o domínio ".br", considerando os requisitos definidos por um conselho consultivo representado por diversos segmentos, respeitando as boas práticas de privacidade e confidencialidade.Entre os objetivos específicos, o estudo analisará o tamanho total da Web brasileira, incluindo o número de sites e páginas na Web, além do tamanho em Gigabytes. Ele focará também proporção de sites utilizando o padrão IPv6, distribuição do uso de idiomas, proporção de tipos de tecnologias usadas nos sites, idade das páginas, geolocalização dos servidores IP e sincronização de tempo dos servidores web.Os resultados da primeira etapa do Censo na Web focarão a coleta e a análise dos dados da web brasileira governamental, ou seja, os sites sob o domínio ".gov.br". As pesquisas com os demais domínios serão feitas gradualmente, com os resultados sendo entregues periodicamente. O CGI quer entregar o Censo completo de todos os domínios, no mais tardar, até o começo do próximo ano. ... Wed, 18 Aug 2010 17:57:00 +0100 865235 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/BabyBoomerLibrarian/~3/Jc-htMhlUi8/jobs-systems-librarian-broome-community.html SYSTEMS LIBRARIAN   Broome Community College invites applications for a Systems Librarian. This is a 12-month tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Librarian.    Responsibilities: In consultation with library faculty and staff, this position is responsible for the planning, implementation, and management of programs and services  supporting the use of computer and related technologies  including the library's integrated library system, Ex Libris Aleph, Illiad, computer-equipped classroom, staff desktop computers and peripherals, the library's webpage and electronic reserves.  Participates in library planning including development of new services and initiatives, and committee work.  The position reports to the Director of the Learning Resources Center.    Qualifications:  A master’s degree from ALA-accredited library and information science program required. Demonstrated experience in managing integrated library systems and web services, electronic resources, and web development. Working knowledge of MS Office applications, SQL, PHP, and HTML. Strong analytical, organizational, communication and interpersonal skills, and flexibility in the workplace required. Experience working with Ex Libris Aleph, Illiad, post-secondary teaching experience and second graduate degree desired.   Hiring range $43,282 - $54,964.  Salary offer will be based on qualifications.  Submissions accepted until position filled.  For full consideration, application materials must be received by September 10, 2010.  Send letter of interest, resume and the name, address and phone number of three references to Elizabeth A. Wood, Human Resources Officer, Broome Community College, PO Box 1017, Binghamton, New York 13902.  BCC specifically invites and encourages applications from women and minorities. ... Wed, 18 Aug 2010 12:47:00 +0100 864878 http://libraryjuicepress.com/blog/?p=2349 More and more, I find that the library profession’s efforts to stay relevant in the age of information technology are in fact eroding our relevance. As a result of these efforts, it is becoming less and less clear what we offer that is different from what everybody else offers in the information economy. The reason is that our response to change around us has mostly been to repress those aspects of librarianship that are not directly reflected in new technological tools that other people claim as their domain more securely than we do. We keep saying that as librarians we are web designers, information architects, web searchers, information scientists, user experience experts, and on and on, when each of those things is already a profession filled with people who make a stronger claim to it than we do. What we can claim is librarianship, yet most people – not only outside but within the profession – have forgotten what that consists of other than “books.” In ALA, accreditation standards for masters degree programs in library science still refer to areas of competency that can be taken to define the profession. Yet in nearly all other ways, ALA is attempting to sell libraries and librarians on the basis of skills that everybody knows other people offer more distinctly, and so, it seems, are most library bloggers and magazine commentators. Despite the relative consistency in accreditation standards over time, it is presently a challenge to point to practicing librarians in order to demonstrate to people what it is that librarians do that others can’t do so well, simply because, and I hate to say it, most of us are not so exemplary. ... Wed, 18 Aug 2010 12:35:45 +0100 867505 http://caslisottawainformation.blogspot.com/2010/08/terri-tomchyshyn-named-sim-outstanding.html Congratulations to CLA-CASLIS Ottawa Past-President Terri Tomchyshyn on being named Dalhousie's School of Information Management Outstanding Alumna 2010.Dalhousie University School of Information Management AnnouncementThe School of Information Management is delighted to announce that the Associated Alumni has awarded this year’s Outstanding Alumni Award to Terri Tomchyshyn (MLS 1981).Terri is currently the Head of a Special Library within the Department of National Defence. Her professional experience has included positions with academic, public and government libraries, professional organizations and vendors. While residing in Nova Scotia, Terri worked as a librarian at the Killam Library and later as a reference librarian for the Nova Scotia Provincial Library, where she participated in the telephone legal enquiry service for the Nova Scotia Public Legal Education Association. She later served as Legal Services Librarian for the Saskatoon Public Library. Terri has held positions with Human Resources Development Canada, as Manager of the Canadian Clearinghouse on Disability Issues and later with the National Literacy Secretariat. Her career includes a period as account manager for a library vendor.Terri has served in a variety of capacities with professional organizations such as the Canadian Library Association, where she currently holds a position on the Finance Committee. She was Chair of the Task Force on Interest Group Revitalization (2009-2010) and Treasurer and Executive Council Member (2006-2009). In 2005-2006, Terri was President of CASLIS (Canadian Association of Special Libraries and Information Services), Ottawa Chapter. Terri has been a member of the Budget Analysis & Review Committee of the American Library Association as well as past Chair of their Literacy Assembly. She has been a frequent contributor to library association publications and a well-respected conference presenter. ... Wed, 18 Aug 2010 04:00:00 +0100 868169 http://careercenter.sla.org/jobs/3514096/chemical-reference-librarian US - DC - Washington, Requirements: Minimum education level: MLS or equivalent from an ALA accredited institution. Minimum two years experience providing professional librarian services in the field of chemistry or al (Source: SLA Career Center Search Results []) Mon, 16 Aug 2010 18:17:00 +0100 865568 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/arlisnap/~3/NtFVS9KcAXA/ via ALA JobList: Architecture Archives Curator University of Florida – George A. Smathers Libraries, Gainesville, Florida Salary: $50,000 – $79,999 Status: Full-time Posted: 08/05/10 Deadline: 09/07/10 Architecture Archives Curator The University of Florida – George A. Smathers Libraries seeks an innovative and knowledgeable Architecture Archives Curator. This is a non-tenure accruing faculty position which manages [...] (Source: [ArLiSNAP]) Mon, 16 Aug 2010 17:51:34 +0100 866177 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TechsourceBlog/~3/UkPjuy12SOo/interview-with-michael-edson.html Meeting Michael Edson and presenting on the same docket with him was one of the highlights of my time at the U Game U Learn Conference this past April in The Netherlands. Michael Edson is Director of Web and New Media Strategy for the Smithsonian Institution and was in Delft to talk about the Smithsonian Commons project that recently debuted as a prototype here: http://www.si.edu/commons/prototype/.  The day after the  UGUL conference, we turned a serendipitous meeting at the Delft train station into a late afternoon walk around the town and dinner filled with conversation about our work, views of organizations and the future of library/museum services. It was one of those perfect “on the road speaking” travel experiences I most enjoy. The commons project prototype is a multi-faceted, well-planned and researched virtual community that seeks to engage and inspire visitors. Explore the site for more - including videos of the various personas of visitors: museum visitor, teacher, millennial, and enthusiast. Howard Rheingold, someone I consider to be one of the best authorities of the power of virtual community and interaction, recently said: “The Smithsonian Commons is not just about using contemporary technology to further an enterprise that was founded with deep respect for American technological innovation, but about expanding the idea of the institution itself. Every click on a website, every video viewed, every exhibition shared via mobile device, every citizen scientist project, every teacher and student interaction with the Smithsonian via social media expands the idea of what the Smithsonian Institution is, who it reaches, what it can do.” (http://www.si.edu/commons/prototype/comments.html) Sadly, my travel schedule prevented me from hearing Michael at ALA Annual in Washington DC, but I gladly followed mention of his talk via Twitter and blog posts. ... Mon, 16 Aug 2010 14:19:22 +0100 867915