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 Collection Development interest group. http://www.libworm.com/rss/librarianqueries.php Thu, 20 Nov 2008 02:07:18 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://mblc.state.ma.us/jobs/find_jobs/rss.php?job_id=5603 Research Librarian Reporting to the Research Services Manager, the Research Librarian is responsible for providing expert legal and non- legal research and reference services to attorneys and other staff members. The Research Librarian participates in collection development, interlibrary loan, document delivery and the orientation and training of new employees in the use of library resources. Qualifications MLS from an ALA-accredited library school Three to five years of experience conducting reference and research in a special, public, or law firm library Extensive knowledge of legal, business and scientific research tools in all formats and the ability to assist others with their use Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment as part of a team and independently Ability to prioritize and consistently meet deadlines Proficiency in Windows applications and MS Office products Knowledge of HTML editors and bibliographic management software is desirable. Physical Requirements Must have the physical ability and dexterity to operate equipment such as a computer, copy machine, telephone and fax. Must have the physical ability to reach varying heights of shelving in order to retrieve and shelve library materials, push loaded book carts, and lift and carry heavy boxes and library materials. (Source: MBLC Job Listings) Wed, 19 Nov 2008 21:54:04 +0100 674449 http://mblc.state.ma.us/jobs/find_jobs/rss.php?job_id=5604 Research Librarian Reporting to the Research Services Manager, the Research Librarian is responsible for providing expert legal and non- legal research and reference services to attorneys and other staff members. The Research Librarian participates in collection development, interlibrary loan, document delivery and the orientation and training of new employees in the use of library resources. Qualifications MLS from an ALA-accredited library school Three to five years of experience conducting reference and research in a special, public, or law firm library Extensive knowledge of legal, business and scientific research tools in all formats and the ability to assist others with their use Excellent interpersonal and communication skills Ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment as part of a team and independently Ability to prioritize and consistently meet deadlines Proficiency in Windows applications and MS Office products Knowledge of HTML editors and bibliographic management software is desirable. Physical Requirements Must have the physical ability and dexterity to operate equipment such as a computer, copy machine, telephone and fax. Must have the physical ability to reach varying heights of shelving in order to retrieve and shelve library materials, push loaded book carts, and lift and carry heavy boxes and library materials. (Source: MBLC Job Listings) Wed, 19 Nov 2008 21:54:02 +0100 674450 http://www.swissarmylibrarian.net/2008/11/18/selection-speculation Personnel changes at my library are changing the way we do collection development. So for the past couple weeks, I’ve been thinking about how to incorporate more review-reading and book selection into my workday. Since this has been on my mind, I had two slightly unusual ideas for potential ways to supplement more traditional selection. Selection via LibraryThing Early Reviewers I’ve been a part of the LibraryThing.com Early Reviewers program since it started (if you haven’t, and enjoy reading, it’s worth checking out). I’ve used this as a resource for new books for awhile, but something I noticed recently was that the books I like often had the most requests. My idea was for Tim to whip together one of his useful tools, so that librarians (or anyone who signed up) could receive an email (or rss feed) each month after the list has closed, with the title of each book, how many requests it got, and also a link to LibraryThing or Amazon. My logic was that if a book appears popular with LibraryThing’ers, there’s a good chance it will also be popular in my library. I wrote to Tim and asked him about this just a couple days ago, and I’m hoping for a positive response. But if you like the idea, contact LibraryThing and ask them to implement it. Lobbying like this is probably the last thing he wants, but I do think this could be a valuable and unique selection tool. Selection via Universal Medical Database For awhile now there’s been talk about the government and hospitals trying to start a single database of health information of every American. The pros are that it’d be easier for a doctor anywhere in the country to access someone’s medical history in an emergency, and it could also prevent conflicting medications and stop people shopping around for prescription narcotics. ... Tue, 18 Nov 2008 22:16:57 +0100 674014 http://techessence.info/node/105 Rachel Singer Gordon has launched a site, The Tech Static to "assist librarians with technology-related collection development." A press release about the launch says that the site contains: * Reviews of current computer books * Reviews of technology-related titles targeted at librarians * Collection development articles (weeding, “must-haves,” balancing a computer book collection) * Prepublication alerts * Publisher press releases * DVD and ebook reviews * Announcements * … and more! There are already a number of book reviews of technology books available. (Source: TechEssence.Info blogs) Tue, 18 Nov 2008 20:29:41 +0100 674570 http://www.resourceshelf.com/2008/11/18/new-online-issues-in-science-and-technology-librarianship-fall-2008/ Direct to New Issue Theme: Web 2.0 Articles include: Science Experiments: Reaching Out to Our Users by Maureen Nolan, Lori Tschirhart, Stephanie Wright, Laura Barrett, Matthew Parsons, and Linda Whang, University of Washington and Dartmouth College Web 2.0 as Catalyst: Virtually Reaching Out to Users and Connecting Them to Library Resources and Services by Norah Xiao, University of Southern California An Undergraduate Science Information Literacy Tutorial in a Web 2.0 World by Jeanine Marie Scaramozzino, California Polytechnic State University Chat Widgets for Science Libraries by John J. Meier, The Pennsylvania State University Making Research Guides More Useful and More Well Used by Michal Strutin, Santa Clara University Geospatial Technology Support in Small Academic Libraries: Time to Jump on Board? by Carrie M. Macfarlane and Christopher M. Rodgers, Middlebury College Podcasting the Sciences: A Practical Overview by Eugene Barsky and Kevin Lindstrom, University of British Columbia Refereed Articles Dissertation Citations in Organismal Biology at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale: Implications for Collection Development by Jonathan Nabe and Andrea Imre, Southern Illinois University Electronic Resources Reviews DOE Data Explorer: The Data by Meredith Ayers, Northern Illinois University Book Reviews The MLA Essential Guide to Becoming an Expert Searcher Reviewed by Thomas Harrod, University of Maryland Digital Literacy: Tools and Methodologies for Information Society Reviewed by Jane Duffy, Dalhousie University Tips from the Experts Nanotechnology by Charles F. Huber, University of California, Santa Barbara Viewpoints An Old Fogey Looks at the Reference (R)Evolution by Linda Shackle, Arizona State University (Source: ResourceShelf) Tue, 18 Nov 2008 15:20:11 +0100 673936 http://chronicle.com/jobs/id.php?id=0000583980-01&pg=r Ithaka (New York) (Source: Chronicle.com - Jobs in Librarians/library administration) Tue, 18 Nov 2008 04:00:00 +0100 673710 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/FlaJobline/~3/456640736/reference-librarian-airdrie-public.html Position Title: Reference Librarian (Information Services) – Part-TimeReports to: Adult Services CoordinatorAirdrie Public Library is a member of the Marigold Library System and is one of the fastest growing libraries in one of the fastest growing cities in Alberta. The Library has an immediate opening for a Part-Time Reference (Information Services) position. We offer a flexible and supportive work environment, and value initiative and lifelong learning. Position Summary:The successful candidate will be responsible for the following duties:Providing information services to the public using print and electronic resources;Providing Reader’s advisory to staff and the public;Promoting the Library’s services and collections;Assisting with Collection Development: reference materials, Fiction, and Non-Fiction; Providing Technology Training and Tutoring to the public; Qualifications:The successful candidate will have a professional and positive approach and a genuine interest in serving the various customers that frequent the public library. Library Technician diploma or other relevant post secondary education training;Experience in providing information services to customers;Experience in providing technology training (computer, e-resources, and Internet);Excellent interpersonal, communication, organizational skills, and customer service skills. Assets:Adult Education experience or an Education degree;Public Library experience;A great sense of humor, flexibility, creativity and a commitment to organizational excellence and team building. Future Possibilities: In a mid-sized library there is an opportunity to serve in other areas, based on strengths and interests: Preschool Literacy ProgramsTechnology Training/Teaching OpportunitiesTechnical Services Duties: Interlibrary Loan, Acquisitions Employment Terms: Part-time position offering 15-25 hours weekly. Some evening and weekend shifts required. Security check required. ... Tue, 18 Nov 2008 01:49:44 +0100 673845 http://stlq.info/2008/11/istl_fall_2008_n55_now_availab.html .: The #55 Fall 2008 issue of Issues in Science & Technology Librarianship is now available for viewing. Details, as seen in an e-mail circulating today: CONTENTS Theme: Web 2.0 Science Experiments: Reaching Out to Our Users by Maureen Nolan, Lori Tschirhart, Stephanie Wright, Laura Barrett, Matthew Parsons, and Linda Whang, University of Washington and Dartmouth College Web 2.0 as Catalyst: Virtually Reaching Out to Users and Connecting Them to Library Resources and Services by Norah Xiao, University of Southern California An Undergraduate Science Information Literacy Tutorial in a Web 2.0 World by Jeanine Marie Scaramozzino, California Polytechnic State University Chat Widgets for Science Libraries by John J. Meier, The Pennsylvania State University Making Research Guides More Useful and More Well Used by Michal Strutin, Santa Clara University Geospatial Technology Support in Small Academic Libraries: Time to Jump on Board? by Carrie M. Macfarlane and Christopher M. Rodgers, Middlebury College Podcasting the Sciences: A Practical Overview by Eugene Barsky and Kevin Lindstrom, University of British Columbia Refereed Articles Dissertation Citations in Organismal Biology at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale: Implications for Collection Development by Jonathan Nabe and Andrea Imre, Southern Illinois University Electronic Resources Reviews DOE Data Explorer: The Data by Meredith Ayers, Northern Illinois University Book Reviews The MLA Essential Guide to Becoming an Expert Searcher Reviewed by Thomas Harrod, University of Maryland Digital Literacy: Tools and Methodologies for Information Society Reviewed by Jane Duffy, Dalhousie University Tips from the Experts Nanotechnology by Charles F. Huber, University of California, Santa Barbara Viewpoints An Old Fogey Looks at the Reference (R)Evolution by Linda Shackle, Arizona State University (Source: STLQ) Mon, 17 Nov 2008 19:30:15 +0100 673659 http://newsbreaks.infotoday.com/wndReader.asp?ArticleId=51576 The Tech Static is a new technology-related collection development resource for librarians, according to its creator Rachel Singer Gordon. Since 2002, Singer Gordon had been writing Library Journal's Computer Media review column—but its last installment appeared Oct. 15. Singer Gordon says that no other librarian-targeted publication currently reviews computer books on a regular basis. To fill that gap, she created The Tech Static, a new resource for librarians focusing on reviewing technology-related books. (Source: Infotoday Newsbreak RSS Feeds) Mon, 17 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 673893 http://www.lisnews.org/oclc_claims_ownership_data_opacs OCLC may be trying to pull something sneaky with its new policy of claiming contractual rights over the subsequent use of data created by OCLC. In other words, the data in library catalogues couldn't be used to make anything which competes with OCLC in any way. Needless to say, this would have a hash chilling effect on the creation of open databases of library content. As you might expect, the library blogosphere is on fire with the news. The podcast presenter at LISNews gave a commentary in the matter during LISTen #47. Story from Slashdot. (Source: LISNews - Librarian And Information Science News) Sun, 16 Nov 2008 02:59:28 +0100 673146 http://lisnews.org/oclc_claims_ownership_data_opacs OCLC may be trying to pull something sneaky with its new policy of claiming contractual rights over the subsequent use of data created by OCLC. In other words, the data in library catalogues couldn't be used to make anything which competes with OCLC in any way. Needless to say, this would have a hash chilling effect on the creation of open databases of library content. As you might expect, the library blogosphere is on fire with the news. The podcast presenter at LISNews gave a commentary in the matter during LISTen #47. Story from Slashdot. (Source: LISNews.org) Sun, 16 Nov 2008 02:59:28 +0100 673107 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=4805 State: Illinois The Illinois Wesleyan University Library invites applications for the position of Information Literacy Librarian, available August 1, 2009. This is a tenure track faculty position intended to provide leadership for the Library’s information literacy program that complements the work of our teaching faculty. IWU is a nationally ranked, fully accredited undergraduate university with 2100 students and provides the highest quality liberal arts education. IWU has adopted a strategic plan that commits to the goal of creating a welcoming, inclusive, multicultural campus where all community members appreciate and respect the diversity of the nation and the world. The University welcomes individuals from diverse backgrounds who are committed to an inclusive environment. The Ames Library offers a learning environment that is conducive to interaction, consultation, study, and reflection, dedicated to serving the scholarly needs of the Illinois Wesleyan University community. Opened in 2002, the library facility comprises 103,000 square feet on five levels, with a diverse collection of over 400,000 volumes. The Thorpe Digital Center supports campus-wide digital resources and services, providing expert assistance with projects integrating video, audio, image and textual content. The Library personnel consist of nine full-time faculty librarians and twelve full-time support staff. ... Sat, 15 Nov 2008 10:12:01 +0100 672835 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/FlaJobline/~3/453183000/term-reference-and-collections.html College MacEwan College Library is seeking an energetic librarian to provide reference services, instruction and collection development to support programs at the City Centre Campus. Reporting to the Chair, Reference and Research Services, this full-time opportunity will commence late February, 2009 for approximately one year.The responsibilities of this position include: reference services, general and subject specific library instruction, and faculty liaison and collection development in computing sciences, engineering, mathematics, chemistry, physics, and earth and atmospheric sciences.Some post-secondary education or collection development experience in the above subjects is a definite asset for this position.The incumbent will normally work 35 hours per week with the possibility of some evening work required.Applicants require a Master of Library and Information Science or equivalent from an ALA accredited program. Prior academic library experience including reference, library instruction and collection development is a definite asset. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential, as well as a strong customer service orientation. The successful candidate should be flexible and adaptable and have the ability to work collegially in a team environment. Experience with digital resources and new library technologies are a definite asset.Grant MacEwan College, located in Edmonton, is a rapidly growing post-secondary institution with over 10,000 FTE students. The College offers a wide array of educational opportunities and credentials on its four campuses, including bachelor degrees, applied degrees, diplomas and certificates. The City Centre Campus, located in downtown Edmonton has a full-time student enrollment of approximately 6,600.Salary: Based on education and experience Closing Date: Friday, December 5th, 2008 at 4:30 p.m. Quote Competition No.: 08.11. ... Sat, 15 Nov 2008 01:49:04 +0100 672909 http://mblc.state.ma.us/jobs/find_jobs/rss.php?job_id=5599 The Hamilton-Wenham Public Library has an immediate opening for a Head of Reference to oversee reference services in a busy, patron-driven, innovative regional library. The Head of Reference aids in accomplishing the mission of the Library by providing accurate and high-quality reference and readers' advisory service, computer skills, innovative programming and professional leadership within the Library. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides reference services by working with patrons to retrieve information; works with the director on reference, nonfiction, and database collection development. Oversees computer equipment maintenance and trains patrons and staff in computer applications. Maintains the library's website. Supervises library assistants, shelvers, and volunteers. Works with the library team to ensure continuous improvements to all library services. This position is 35 hours per week and includes at least one night each week and a Saturday rotation. (Source: MBLC Job Listings) Fri, 14 Nov 2008 23:58:04 +0100 672589 http://www.wislisjobs.com/public.htm The Waukesha Public Library is accepting applications for a part-time Librarian I in adult/information services. The Library is seeking a flexible, public service-oriented individual who is interested in adult reference, readers advisory services, and collection development. Responsibilities include: - Assisting customers in the use of the online catalog, reference sources, websites, databases, and various microcomputer software programs - Answering reference questions, including those of a difficult or involved nature - Explaining library services and policies - Providing readers advisory services to teens and adults - Selecting print and non-print materials in assigned subject areas - Creating and implementing programs targeted for specific population groups - Maintaining files of specialized collections such as government documents or pamphlets - Serving on various committees within the library and county library system Regular schedule includes weekdays, evenings, and Saturdays. Schedule will also include Sundays, per the union contract. Schedule flexibility essential. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, supplemented by an ALA accredited Masters Degree in library sciences, or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, abilities, and skills. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Salary range: $21.44 - $23.98 per hour. Pro-rated benefits include sick leave, funeral leave, holidays, vacation, and life insurance. Apply by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, December 1, 2008 with resume and letter of interest to: Jane Ameel, Library Director Waukesha Public Library 321 Wisconsin Avenue Waukesha, WI 53186 Application form is available at www.waukesha.lib.wi.us Applications for this 20-hr. per week position will be accepted until December 1, 2008, at 5:00 p.m. (Source: Wislisjobs Public Library Jobs) Fri, 14 Nov 2008 12:32:32 +0100 672848 http://www.wislisjobs.com The Waukesha Public Library is accepting applications for a part-time Librarian I in adult/information services. The Library is seeking a flexible, public service-oriented individual who is interested in adult reference, readers advisory services, and collection development. Responsibilities include: - Assisting customers in the use of the online catalog, reference sources, websites, databases, and various microcomputer software programs - Answering reference questions, including those of a difficult or involved nature - Explaining library services and policies - Providing readers advisory services to teens and adults - Selecting print and non-print materials in assigned subject areas - Creating and implementing programs targeted for specific population groups - Maintaining files of specialized collections such as government documents or pamphlets - Serving on various committees within the library and county library system Regular schedule includes weekdays, evenings, and Saturdays. Schedule will also include Sundays, per the union contract. Schedule flexibility essential. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university, supplemented by an ALA accredited Masters Degree in library sciences, or an equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the necessary knowledge, abilities, and skills. Bilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. Salary range: $21.44 - $23.98 per hour. Pro-rated benefits include sick leave, funeral leave, holidays, vacation, and life insurance. Apply by 5:00 p.m. on Monday, December 1, 2008 with resume and letter of interest to: Jane Ameel, Library Director Waukesha Public Library 321 Wisconsin Avenue Waukesha, WI 53186 Application form is available at www.waukesha.lib.wi.us Applications for this 20-hr. per week position will be accepted until December 1, 2008, at 5:00 p.m. (Source: Wislisjobs) Fri, 14 Nov 2008 12:31:30 +0100 673145 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/earlham/dGCQ/~3/453461417/4-italian-papers-on-oa.html Maria Cassella recently self-archived 4 of papers on OA. Each is in Italian with an English abstract: Open access e ricerca scientifica: il caso dei National Institutes of Health USA Le collezioni del secondo millennio. Spunti di riflessione dal 10. Fiesole Collection development Retreat Come cambia il ruolo dei bibliotecari. Il caso dei depositi istituzionali Berlin 5 e oltre. Il mondo dell'Open Access si incontra a Padova (Source: Open Access News) Fri, 14 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 672595 http://mblc.state.ma.us/jobs/find_jobs/rss.php?job_id=5597 Technical and administrative work in planning, managing and implementing children's library services, including (but not limited to): --program and activity development and implementation. --collection development and maintenance. --school/library collaboration (both public and home-school education). --reference and reader advisory services provided to children, parents and teachers. --grant writing, as well as locating and submitting applications/requests for fundraising opportunities. (Source: MBLC Job Listings) Thu, 13 Nov 2008 19:00:03 +0100 672060 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=4791 State: Ohio The Dayton Metro Library is seeking a dedicated, patron focused Children’s Librarian to work at our Burkhardt Branch Library. Burkhardt Branch is a busy, medium-sized branch serving a diverse mix of urban and suburban residents. Located near Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, the branch service area is home to families of many cultures, including a growing Latino population. Job Responsibilities: The Children’s Librarian is under the direction of the Branch Manager. Responsible for maintaining the children’s collection and for promoting reading and library use among children. Provides library users with assistance in reference, readers’ advisory, and in the use of library materials and reference resources. Serves at the public reference desk and in a roaming capacity. Participates in the development of the branch collection profile, evaluates and suggests titles for purchase or replacement. Develops and coordinates and presents children’s activities and programs. Provides service and maintains liaisons with schools and community agencies. Job Qualifications: Ability to use Internet and other new information technologies; ability to work effectively with schools and other community organizations; knowledge of children’s literature and collection development methods; experience working with planning and presenting children’s programs, and excellent community relation skills required. MLS preferred. Compensation and Benefits: $35,961-$37,029. Excellent benefit package includes up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, staff training day, comprehensive health, dental and vision care benefits, tuition reimbursement program, deferred compensation plan and many other benefits. Application Process: Send resume to Cindi Chibis, Human Resources Manager, Dayton Metro Library, 215 East Third Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402. cchibis@daytonmetrolibrary.org fax 937-496-4302 Submitted on 2008-11-10 (Source: SLIS Careers Feed) Thu, 13 Nov 2008 07:21:01 +0100 671866 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=4794 State: Wisconsin The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Library seeks an innovative, energetic, and team-oriented systems librarian to join our collaborative and service-minded library staff. The Library serves a growing campus of 11,300 undergraduate and graduate students and 1,100 employees in scenic and recreation-filled southeastern Wisconsin, 45 minutes from both Madison and Milwaukee. The systems librarian will manage the library’s hardware, software, online library system (ExLibris’ Voyager), and participate in a number of library automation initiatives. Position Vacancy University of Wisconsin – Whitewater University Library Position: Systems Librarian (Academic Staff, Annual Renewable Appointment, Full-Time, 12-month appointment) Starting Date: January, 2009, or as mutually negotiated Responsibilities: 1. Support library technology resources & their operations, providing technical & operational support for library systems & software; advise library staff; collaborate with colleagues; serve as library web manager. 2. Manage the library’s systems, applications, & production software by: installing & maintaining software; communicating with vendors; creating reports; and developing training & documentation. 3. Represent the University Library by: serving as library liaison to appropriate campus units; acting as technical liaison with software vendors; serving as technology contact person for UW-Whitewater at the UW system level; representing the library in professional organizations. 4. Serve as part of the library’s administrative team to provide advice on policy and operations and to collaborate with other library department heads on library directions. 5. Perform special project assignments & other related duties as assigned. ... Thu, 13 Nov 2008 07:21:01 +0100 671865 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=4795 State: New York The Electronic Resources Librarian plays a key role in the library's commitment to user-centered service development, reporting to the Electronic & Technical Services Librarian and supervising one staff position. The Electronic Resources Librarian coordinates and supports the acquisition, licensing and maintenance of electronic resources, including the assurance of continuous access to these resources. The incumbent is responsible for the management and tracking of the electronic resources budget, and serves as a liaison between the technical services and public services aspects of electronic resources, including marketing and outreach; and participates in collection development activities for electronic databases, e-journals, e-books and emerging technologies, including public domain electronic resources. Duties also include some information services desk service and serving on departmental and library-wide teams as appropriate. Ithaca College is a selective medium-sized comprehensive College in the beautiful Finger Lakes Region of Central New York. The City of Ithaca and surrounding environs offer diverse cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities in a small college town setting. Founded as a school of music, the College has long recognized the value of combining theory and performance, providing a rigorous education that blends liberal arts and professional programs. Required qualifications: MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited school received by date of hire; two or more years of relevant library experience; familiarity with standards for access and use of electronic resources and emerging technologies; excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to prioritize work to ensure Library goals are realized; ability and willingness to work independently within a team environment and a changing library and college environment. ... Thu, 13 Nov 2008 07:21:01 +0100 671864 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/FlaJobline/~3/451317685/chief-librarian-powell-river-public.html Description and DutiesThe Board of Trustees of Powell River Public Library seeks a visionary director to lead a dynamic staff in our sunny, seaside town. Powell River has some of the most affordable real estate on the Sunshine Coast, and is known to sailors as the Gateway to Desolation Sound. Wildlife and outdoor activities abound, along with a thriving cultural scene, which includes a biennial international choral festival.For more information about PowellRiver, visit: http://www.discoverpowellriver.com/The Board is seeking a dynamic and experienced library administrator to act as the chief executive officer of the library. The successful candidate will have a passion, business acumen and strategic vision for library services. ... Thu, 13 Nov 2008 02:08:16 +0100 672240 http://eprints.rclis.org/archive/00015039/ Cassella, Maria (2008) Le collezioni del secondo millennio. Spunti di riflessione dal 10. Fiesole Collection development Retreat. AIB Notizie 20(6-7):pp. 14-15. (Source: E-LIS) Wed, 12 Nov 2008 19:33:02 +0100 671557 http://jobs.nasig.org/?p=570 The Boston College Libraries seek a Head of Continuing and Electronic Resources. This position is responsible for providing leadership and oversight to a self-motivated department which includes two professional librarians and seven support staff positions. The Head is expected to foster a collaborative environment, actively promote staff development, and establish standards for the acquisition, cataloging and processing of continuing resources in all formats. The Head ensures that staffing is appropriately deployed to provide reliable management of the electronic resources which are critical to the research and teaching of the University. This position reports to the AUL for Collection Services, and works collaboratively with the other Collection Services Heads: Collection Development; Monographic Services; Metadata Services; Preservation. The Head of C&ER also works very closely with the Electronic Resources and Systems Librarian and the Digital Resources Reference Librarian to ensure effective management and licensing of electronic resources. Deadline: Resumes will be accepted until December 15, 2008. job posted on college website (Source: NASIG Jobs) Wed, 12 Nov 2008 19:10:55 +0100 672242 http://lisnews.org/new_technology_collection_development_resource_launches The Tech Static, a new collection development resource for technology titles, published its inaugural issue today. The need for such a resource became apparent when October 15 marked the last installment of Library Journal’s “Computer Media” review column, which The Tech Static’s creator, Rachel Singer Gordon, had been writing since 2002. This left a large gap in the library literature: no other librarian-targeted publication currently reviews computer books on a regular basis. To fill that gap, Singer Gordon created The Tech Static, a new resource for librarians focusing on reviewing technology-related books. The Tech Static assists librarians with technology-related collection development. To this end, it contains: * Reviews of current computer books * Reviews of technology-related titles targeted at librarians * Collection development articles (weeding, “must-haves,” balancing a computer book collection) * Prepublication alerts * Publisher press releases * DVD and ebook reviews * Announcements * … and more! “I’m pleased to continue providing — and expanding on! — coverage of technology titles,” said Singer Gordon. “Anyone involved with collection development in this area is invited to subscribe to this new free resource.” The Tech Static is available online at www.thetechstatic.com; readers can also subscribe via RSS or email. The Tech Static is also currently seeking writers for technology-related collection development articles. Contact Rachel Singer Gordon with any questions or comments at rachel@thetechstatic.com. (Source: LISNews.org) Wed, 12 Nov 2008 12:04:18 +0100 671449 http://mblc.state.ma.us/jobs/find_jobs/rss.php?job_id=5596 The Boston College Libraries seek a Head of Continuing and Electronic Resources. This position is responsible for providing leadership and oversight to a self-motivated department which includes two professional librarians and seven support staff positions. The Head is expected to foster a collaborative environment, actively promote staff development, and establish standards for the acquisition, cataloging and processing of continuing resources in all formats. The Head ensures that staffing is appropriately deployed to provide reliable management of the electronic resources which are critical to the research and teaching of the University. This position reports to the AUL for Collection Services, and works collaboratively with the other Collection Services Heads: Collection Development; Monographic Services; Metadata Services; Preservation. The Head of C&ER also works very closely with the Electronic Resources and Systems Librarian and the Digital Resources Reference Librarian to ensure effective management and licensing of electronic resources. Responsibilities: Provide vision and leadership in developing and maintaining cost-effective efficient procedures and workflows for managing continuing resources in all formats. Keep current (and ensure that staff are current) with new developments in types, formats, and carriers of continuing and electronic resources, as well as with the emerging and evolving technologies used to deliver them. Work collaboratively with the Collection Heads to coordinate policies, streamline workflow, and ensure cooperation and communication among the departments. ... Tue, 11 Nov 2008 22:14:04 +0100 671124 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/TameTheWeb/~3/449594194/ Don’t miss: http://www.thetechstatic.com/ The Tech Static, a new collection development resource for technology titles, published its inaugural issue today. The need for such a resource became apparent when October 15 marked the last installment of Library Journal’s “Computer Media” review column, which The Tech Static’s creator, Rachel Singer Gordon, had been writing since 2002. This left a large gap in the library literature: no other librarian-targeted publication currently reviews computer books on a regular basis. To fill that gap, Singer Gordon created The Tech Static, a new resource for librarians focusing on reviewing technology-related books. The Tech Static assists librarians with technology-related collection development. (Source: Tame The Web: Libraries and Technology) Tue, 11 Nov 2008 14:40:57 +0100 671203 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogspot/iRcS/~3/449406116/tech-static-from-rachel-singer-gordon.html The Tech Static is focused on technology-related collection development in libraries. The Tech Static's creator, Rachel Singer Gordon, wrote Library Journal's "Computer Media" review column from 2002 until it was retired in October 2008. She launched The Tech Static in November 2008 to fill the resulting gap in the library literature; few library-oriented publications currently review computer books (Source: Peter Scott's Library Blog) Tue, 11 Nov 2008 10:34:54 +0100 671173 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/kraftylibrarian/OLay/~3/452112661/you-still-need-librarian-even-if.html In my previous library life I was a medical librarian for a community hospital. When I applied for that position I discovered that it was the perfect match for me at that time in my life. They needed/wanted to take that next step and get their library online and I wanted/needed experience in other areas of medical librarianship. Prior to that position I had worked at large medical institution where every librarian had a specific role. I needed to spread my wings and the position at the community hospital provided that opportunity.I knew it wasn't going to be easy when I took the job. The library had a c-a-r-d catalog. Yes you read it right, a card catalog. Not an online catalog that we sometimes accidentally still refer to as a card catalog, but the good ol' fashion one where you flip through the actual cards. Nobody knew how to use it, the medical students and residents only exposure to one was through Pottery Barn. In addition to the card catalog, the library had only two online journals (NEJM and JAMA) through Ovid. There were no links to open access journals, and they had not even activated their online free with print paid subscription. The library's Intra and Internet sites were nonexistent.However, I wasn't completely starting from scratch. They had a subscribed to a solid group of online databases and the administration was interested and enthusiastic with taking the library to the next level. I had an assistant who handled some of the day to day things like ILL, two good volunteers to do photocopying and shelving, and library school down the road that furnished me with students eager to do practicums.Within the first year and a half I got a union online catalog up and running with three other affiliated hospitals. (Thank you to all of those library students who helped catalog the books.) I activated all of the online journals that came free with a print subscription. ... Tue, 11 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 672204 http://www.popgoesthelibrary.com/2008/11/and-party-every-day.html A few months ago, I was chatting with some co-workers and they started talking about music. Many of the people I work with are really into classical music and opera, and they were comparing favorites. Now, I enjoy classical music and opera as much as everyone else, but I also, as many of you know, really like rock. So I had to ask, "Am I the only person in this room who listens to Led Zeppelin?"Because I was the only person in the room who listened to Led Zeppelin, I was recruited to put together a list for November's BCCLSVisor, a monthly reader's advisory feature that offers lists of books on every topic from autism to the modern-day vampire. The list is now available for your perusing/collection development/rock music debating pleasure: Rock and Roll all Night. It has albums that represent the sounds of the past five decades, plus books on musicians and the rock genre. (Source: Pop Goes the Library) Tue, 11 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 671854 http://ee.iusb.edu/index.php?/libnews/do_you_own_too_many_books_book_donations_welcome/ Do You Own Too Many Books?? Donate them to the Schurz Library! You can help to build the library collection by donating books, videos, DVDs, and textbooks. After careful evaluation, any materials not added to the library’s collection will be given to Better World Books or sold during the Friends of the Schurz Library annual book sale. Proceeds from the book sale and Better World Books are put toward the purchase of new materials for the collection. Donations are acknowledged with a letter and all gifts are tax deductible. Please contact Susan Thomas, Head of Collection Development if you have items to donate. 574-520-5500, suethoma@iusb.edu (Source: Schurz Library News) Tue, 11 Nov 2008 05:00:00 +0100 671397 http://www.libology.com/blog/2008/11/10/tech-static.html The Tech Static is, as stated on the site, “Your collection development resource for technology titles”. They are using a blog to house reviews of technology books and resources, and are planning to publish monthly.  It looks as though they will become an excellent resource not only for collection development, but for personal selections as well.  I am looking forward to their reviews! from Librarian.net (Source: LibrarySupportStaff.Org) Mon, 10 Nov 2008 23:18:23 +0100 670750 http://www.librarian.net/stax/2508/techstatic-has-launched/ I’ve been writing more and travelling more this year in compensation for not doing teeny library work as much. One of my newer gigs has been as a reviewer for Rachel Singer Gordon’s new project The Tech Static, helping librarians do collection development for tech titles. I did a short review of a DVD/manual for people learning Access 2007. There’s already a lot of good content up there. Add it to your feed reader and check the meta category for more background information. (Source: librarian.net) Mon, 10 Nov 2008 21:18:32 +0100 671042 http://jobs.nasig.org/?p=568 This is a professional Librarian position responsible for providing technical support and training services to MOBIUS member institutions. Work assignments typically involve the installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and training of diverse and sometimes complex, software applications and hardware systems. Responsibilities include the staffing of a central support center that provides a single point of contact for customers seeking consultation, training, and technical support assistance. MOBIUS is a consortium of Missouri college and university libraries, public libraries and the Missouri State Library. Serving more than 750,000 students, faculty, and staff at 60 institutions, MOBIUS’s membership also includes 2 public libraries and the Missouri State Library. The largest single project for which MOBIUS is responsible is the Common Library Platform (CLP). The CLP creates a virtual collection of the more than 20 million items contained in the libraries of MOBIUS member institutions and creates a single user interface that allows patrons to request library materials using any personal computer in any location with access to the Internet. Requested materials are delivered within one or two days of being requested by the MOBIUS Delivery System. MOBIUS has an active program of consortial licensing of electronic information resources such as electronic journals. In 2006 MOBIUS started a cooperative collection development project. Deadline: Open until filled job posted on university system website (Source: NASIG Jobs) Mon, 10 Nov 2008 21:11:42 +0100 670896 http://mblc.state.ma.us/jobs/find_jobs/rss.php?job_id=5592 Assistant Administrator for Public Services for urban public library with 3 facilities. As part of management team, oversees all aspects of public services, including: staff supervision, collection development, programming, communications, grant-funded projects. (Source: MBLC Job Listings) Mon, 10 Nov 2008 19:55:02 +0100 670681 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/BabyBoomerLibrarian/~3/448712457/new-collection-development-resource.html The Tech StaticYour collection development resource for technology titles Press release — The Tech Static Launches! For immediate release: November 10, 2008Contact: Rachel Singer Gordon (rachel@thetechstatic.com)New technology-related collection development resource for librarians launchesVilla Park, IL — The Tech Static, a new collection development resource for technology titles, published its inaugural issue today.The need for such a resource became apparent when October 15 marked the last installment of Library Journal’s “Computer Media” review column, which The Tech Static’screator, Rachel Singer Gordon, had been writing since 2002. This left alarge gap in the library literature: no other librarian-targetedpublication currently reviews computer books on a regular basis. Tofill that gap, Singer Gordon created The Tech Static, a new resource for librarians focusing on reviewing technology-related books.The Tech Static assists librarians with technology-related collection development. To this end, it contains:Reviews of current computer booksReviews of technology-related titles targeted at librariansCollection development articles (weeding, “must-haves,” balancing a computer book collection)Prepublication alertsPublisher press releasesDVD and ebook reviewsAnnouncements… and more!“I’m pleased to continue providing — and expanding on! — coverage oftechnology titles,” said Singer Gordon. “Anyone involved withcollection development in this area is invited to subscribe to this newfree resource.” The Tech Static is available online at www.thetechstatic.com; readers can also subscribe via RSS or email.The Tech Static is also currently seeking writers for technology-related collection development articles.Contact Rachel Singer Gordon with any questions or comments at rachel@thetechstatic.com. Rachel Singer Gordon, Collection Development, technology, booksPowered by ScribeFire. (Source: Baby Boomer Librarian) Mon, 10 Nov 2008 19:01:00 +0100 670757 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/web2learning/YOVk/~3/448692043/2330 A great new site for library techies (and other librarians too) has launched!! This from the press release: The Tech Static, a new collection development resource for technology titles, published its inaugural issue today. The need for such a resource became apparent when October 15 marked the last installment of Library Journal’s “Computer Media” review column, which The Tech Static’s creator, Rachel Singer Gordon, had been writing since 2002. This left a large gap in the library literature: no other librarian-targeted publication currently reviews computer books on a regular basis. To fill that gap, Singer Gordon created The Tech Static, a new resource for librarians focusing on reviewing technology-related books. The Tech Static assists librarians with technology-related collection development. To this end, it contains: Reviews of current computer books Reviews of technology-related titles targeted at librarians Collection development articles (weeding, “must-haves,” balancing a computer book collection) Prepublication alerts Publisher press releases DVD and ebook reviews Announcements … and more! “I’m pleased to continue providing — and expanding on! — coverage of technology titles,” said Singer Gordon. “Anyone involved with collection development in this area is invited to subscribe to this new free resource.” The Tech Static is available online at www.thetechstatic.com; readers can also subscribe via RSS or email. The Tech Static is also currently seeking writers for technology-related collection development articles. Contact Rachel Singer Gordon with any questions or comments at rachel@thetechstatic.com. (Source: What I Learned Today...) Mon, 10 Nov 2008 18:51:31 +0100 671056 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=4761 State: Michigan Oakland University’s Kresge Library seeks a creative and energetic librarian to join us in advancing a student-centered information literacy program within a team-oriented, teaching library environment. This librarian will participate in course-integrated and course-related information literacy instruction and teaching, reference and research services, and collection development. With the creation of an Information Commons and a Technology Learning Center in 2009, the library will have an enhanced role in online learning. The design of online instruction, both web-based tutorials and content modules for delivery through learning management systems, will be a strong focus as the library seeks to expand its active online instruction program. Required qualifications: • ALA-accredited MLS degree. • Strong commitment to information literacy instruction. • Demonstrated ability to create web-based instructional tools and other web-based resources. • Effective interpersonal, oral, written, and online communication skills. • Ability to work independently and as part of a team and to work with diverse faculty, staff, and students. • Potential to meet library’s requirements for promotion and tenure, which require research and publication. Desired qualifications: • Teaching experience. • Instructional design experience. • Experience with assessment of student learning. • Experience with creating library services embedded within online courses. • Scholarly publications; participation in professional organizations. Rank, salary, benefits: This is a tenure-track, eight-month, bargaining-unit faculty appointment. Attainment of tenure is dependent upon job performance, scholarship, and service. Appointment may be made at the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level; professional rank and salary will be determined by credentials and experience, with a minimum salary of $42,000. ... Sat, 08 Nov 2008 20:48:01 +0100 670161 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=4779 State: Colorado Colorado State University Libraries seek two flexible and adaptable science librarians who are committed to a digital library environment. The positions are 1) Science Liaison Librarian: Biological and Life Sciences and 2) Science Liaison Librarian: Agriculture. These positions are responsible for developing, implementing, and assessing effective subject-based instructional programs and research services for students, faculty, researchers, and administrators in their respective colleges and departments. The assignments include collection development and faculty liaison responsibilities with an emphasis on expanding access to digital resources; collaborating with academic faculty in the design of innovative library and classroom instruction; creating expanded programs for library services; and outreach activities to campus constituencies to promote research services, digital projects, institutional repositories, and grant activities. Separate application letters are suggested for candidates who apply for both positions (only one résumé or CV would be necessary). For a full job description, including responsibilities, requirements, salary, and application process please view the CSU web site: http://lib.colostate.edu/pers/faculty.html. For full consideration, all application materials must be received by December 2, 2008; however, the search may be extended if a suitable candidate is not identified. CSU conducts background checks on all final candidates. CSU is an EEO/AA employer. Submitted on 2008-11-06 (Source: SLIS Careers Feed) Sat, 08 Nov 2008 20:48:01 +0100 670157 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=4780 State: Michigan Hope College seeks an enthusiastic, service-oriented Instruction/Reference Librarian who can work closely with classroom faculty and students in a liberal arts college. Responsibilities include full participation in an extensive instruction program, reference services, collection development in the humanities, and outreach to faculty and students. QUALIFICATIONS: MLS (or equivalent) from an accredited program; an undergraduate degree in one of the humanities (English, Religion, Philosophy, History, or Languages); excellent teaching skills; self-reliance as well as the willingness to consult and collaborate with colleagues; knowledge and experience in reference services; strong technology skills; and excellent interpersonal skills. Willingness to work some nights and weekends on a rotating basis is required. Candidates should demonstrate an ability to combine excellence in librarianship with professional activity and should be committed to the character and goals of a liberal arts college operating within the historic Christian faith. QUALIFICATIONS PREFERRED: A second master’s degree in a discipline in the humanities; proficiency in a foreign language; expertise with technology such as digital humanities projects or web page creation or design. HOPE COLLEGE, located in Holland, Michigan, is a coeducational, residential undergraduate liberal arts college affiliated with the Reformed Church in America; has over 3,000 students (3,045 FTE) and 248 FTE faculty; is a member of the Great Lakes Colleges Association; is accredited by NCA, NCATE, ACS, NASAD, NASD, NASM, NAST, CCNE, CSWE, EAC of ABET, and CAAHEP, and is located in a city of 35,000 enriched by a significant Latino, Asian and African American population in a rapidly growing urban area of over 100,000; near Lake Michigan, within short driving distance of Grand Rapids and relatively close to Ann Arbor and Chicago. ... Sat, 08 Nov 2008 20:48:01 +0100 670156 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=4781 State: Illinois Director, Post-Baccalaureate Program in School Librarianship: ISU's Milner Library seeks a proactive, innovative librarian to serve as director for its new Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Program in School Librarianship. Responsibilities include managing all aspects of the program; teaching courses in the program; participating in collection development, reference and instruction; shares in library and university governance; pursues scholarship and service to fulfill tenure requirements. Qualifications: ALA-accredited master's; second advanced degree required for tenure; experience in a school library setting; excellent interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills; Also preferred: knowledge of instructional design; ability to teach in an online environment. Salary: $60,000 Starts: July 1, 2009. To assure full consideration, apply by January 5, 2009. Submit letter of application, resume, and names of three references to: Library Science Director Search Committee, Illinois State University, Milner Library, Campus Box 8900, Normal, Illinois 61790-8900 or email to skwetze@ilstu.edu. For more on Milner Library and complete job description see www.library.ilstu.edu/page/1389 . Illinois State is an affirmative action/equal opportunity university encouraging diversity Submitted on 2008-11-06 (Source: SLIS Careers Feed) Sat, 08 Nov 2008 20:48:01 +0100 670155 http://liszen.com/trends/story.php?title=Dean_Nelson_Poynter_Memorial_Library D. in an academic discipline; demonstrated knowledge of collection development, public and technical services in all formats, including distance lea (Source: pligg - all) Sat, 08 Nov 2008 08:00:19 +0100 670042 http://jobs.nasig.org/?p=567 Ithaca College invites applications for the position of Electronic Resources Librarian, to begin June 1, 2009. The Electronic Resources Librarian plays a key role in the library’s commitment to user-centered service development, reporting to the Electronic & Technical Services Librarian and supervising one staff position. The Electronic Resources Librarian coordinates and supports the acquisition, licensing and maintenance of electronic resources, including the assurance of continuous access to these resources. The incumbent is responsible for the management and tracking of the electronic resources budget, and serves as a liaison between the technical services and public services aspects of electronic resources, including marketing and outreach; and participates in collection development activities for electronic databases, e-journals, e-books and emerging technologies, including public domain electronic resources. Duties also include some information services desk service and serving on departmental and library-wide teams as appropriate. Deadline: None given job posted on library website (Source: NASIG Jobs) Fri, 07 Nov 2008 13:55:28 +0100 669878 http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Library&diff=250180389&oldid=prev Undid revision 250180171 by Norskie2080 (talk) ← Previous revision Revision as of 05:23, 7 November 2008 Line 127: Line 127: Larger libraries are often broken down into departments staffed by both paraprofessionals and professional [[librarian]]s. Larger libraries are often broken down into departments staffed by both paraprofessionals and professional [[librarian]]s. - * '''Circulation''' handles user accounts and the loaning/returning and shelving of materials. Melissa Gilbert is a good example of someone who works in circulation. + * '''Circulation''' handles user accounts and the loaning/returning and shelving of materials. * '''Collection Development''' orders materials and maintains materials budgets. * '''Collection Development''' orders materials and maintains materials budgets. * '''Reference''' staffs a [[reference desk]] answering user questions (using structured [[reference interview]]s), instructing users, and developing library programming. Reference may be further broken down by user groups or materials; common collections are [[children's literature]], [[young adult literature]], and [[genealogy]] materials. * '''Reference''' staffs a [[reference desk]] answering user questions (using structured [[reference interview]]s), instructing users, and developing library programming. Reference may be further broken down by user groups or materials; common collections are [[children's literature]], [[young adult literature]], and [[genealogy]] materials. (Source: Library - Revision history) Fri, 07 Nov 2008 05:23:17 +0100 669376 http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Library&diff=250180171&oldid=prev Organization ← Previous revision Revision as of 05:21, 7 November 2008 Line 127: Line 127: Larger libraries are often broken down into departments staffed by both paraprofessionals and professional [[librarian]]s. Larger libraries are often broken down into departments staffed by both paraprofessionals and professional [[librarian]]s. - * '''Circulation''' handles user accounts and the loaning/returning and shelving of materials. + * '''Circulation''' handles user accounts and the loaning/returning and shelving of materials. Melissa Gilbert is a good example of someone who works in circulation. * '''Collection Development''' orders materials and maintains materials budgets. * '''Collection Development''' orders materials and maintains materials budgets. * '''Reference''' staffs a [[reference desk]] answering user questions (using structured [[reference interview]]s), instructing users, and developing library programming. Reference may be further broken down by user groups or materials; common collections are [[children's literature]], [[young adult literature]], and [[genealogy]] materials. * '''Reference''' staffs a [[reference desk]] answering user questions (using structured [[reference interview]]s), instructing users, and developing library programming. Reference may be further broken down by user groups or materials; common collections are [[children's literature]], [[young adult literature]], and [[genealogy]] materials. (Source: Library - Revision history) Fri, 07 Nov 2008 05:21:07 +0100 669377 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=4768 State: Vermont The University of Vermont Libraries seeks a service-oriented, innovative, and energetic librarian for the position of Digital Initiatives Outreach Librarian. The Institute for Museum and Library Services has recently awarded the University of Vermont a 24-month grant to continue development of the Libraries’ digital initiatives. The Digital Initiatives Outreach Librarian will implement outreach, educational, and assessment efforts for the University of Vermont Libraries’ Center for Digital Initiatives (CDI, http://cdi.uvm.edu). In collaboration with CDI and Special Collections staff, the Digital Initiatives Outreach Librarian will adopt a user-centered approach to working with constituents, including UVM faculty, students and staff; researchers; and the general public. The Outreach DIL will assess and increase the CDI’s user base, collaborate with appropriate faculty to integrate digital collections into UVM’s curriculum, and encourage campus and community participation in the development of digitization projects. He or she will also advance the grant project’s goal of developing collaborative relationships with other institutions. The University of Vermont (UVM) is home to more than 12,000 undergraduate, graduate, and medical school students and more than 1,250 full- and part-time faculty. UVM is located in the thriving urban center of Burlington in the beautiful Champlain Valley, an area distinguished by spectacular scenery, year-round outdoor recreational opportunities, vibrant music and arts scene, and overall high quality of life. Burlington International Airport offers frequent jet access to major Atlantic and Midwest hubs, and the city of Montreal, Canada, is an easy drive 100 miles/160 km to the northwest. With a collection size of 1.5 million volumes and an annual acquisitions budget of $5. ... Sun, 02 Nov 2008 12:12:01 +0100 668886 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/TameTheWeb/~3/439363563/ http://discuss.ala.org/marginalia/2008/10/31/why-did-they-search-that-i-wonder/ Karen writes: When the ALA website went live last month, it did so with an added feature: the custom Search Engine Results Page. There are three parts to this, “key matches,” the usual kind of search results, and some ranked results from “big” Google. I had the task of building the initial set of key matches in the final hours before we went live, when most of the pages would be in their intended places. Since then, there have been changes, and some topics really do need key matches. Time for a tune-up. So, we ran a report of the top 100 queries used on the site. Most are no surprise. Both banned books and banned book (oh, wouldn’t it be nice if there were just one!); library bill of rights and bill of rights; andcensorship, copyright, collection development, and standards. But why would over 2,000 people search “google” on the ALA site? Whatever. There isn’t a single good page to route someone to, so I’ll just fill in the gaps, make some key matches for the pages that seem to elude people, and fill in all the permutations for the Newbery Medal while I’m at it. The report also provides the top 100 keywords used. 13% of the searches included the word books, but only 5% included library. (Source: Tame The Web: Libraries and Technology) Sat, 01 Nov 2008 20:32:56 +0100 668752 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=4763 State: Ohio Marion Public Library is seeking a dynamic, enthusiastic and skilled administrator to lead a dedicated staff. As the Head of the Reference Department your duties will include coordination, planning, and delivery of teen and adult services for the Main library. The position requires a community-oriented individual with skills in leadership, staff development, collection development, and developing programming to meet the needs of our community. An ALA accredited MLS degree; 5 years of professional experience; 2+ years of progressively responsible supervisory experience or team leadership; development of policy and procedure in duty areas. This position reports to the Director and serves on the library management team. For full consideration, please submit a Marion Public Library Employment Application, cover letter, resume, and three professional references to the Patsy Siegfried, Secretary to the Director, by December 12, 2008. Application and library information at www.marion.lib.oh.us. Hiring range is $40,206 to $50,252, DOQ, 20 days vacation, health and dental benefits. Submitted on 2008-10-29 (Source: SLIS Careers Feed) Fri, 31 Oct 2008 09:21:01 +0100 668043 http://jdupuis.blogspot.com/2008/10/books-id-like-to-read_31.html Some more interesting-looking books for your reading and collection development pleasure. Apologies for such a long list, but I wanted to clear out all the stuff that's been accumulating for a while.Crowdsourcing: Why the Power of the Crowd Is Driving the Future of Business by Jeff HoweJeff Howe delves into both the positive and negative consequences of this intriguing phenomenon. Through extensive reporting from the front lines of this revolution, he employs a brilliant array of stories to look at the economic, cultural, business, and political implications of crowdsourcing. How were a bunch of part-time dabblers in finance able to help an investment company consistently beat the market? Why does Procter & Gamble repeatedly call on enthusiastic amateurs to solve scientific and technical challenges? How can companies as diverse as iStockphoto and Threadless employ just a handful of people, yet generate millions of dollars in revenue every year? The answers lie within these pages.The blueprint for crowdsourcing originated from a handful of computer programmers who showed that a community of like-minded peers could create better products than a corporate behemoth like Microsoft. Jeff Howe tracks the amazing migration of this new model of production, showing the potential of the Internet to create human networks that can divvy up and make quick work of otherwise overwhelming tasks. One of the most intriguing ideas of Crowdsourcing is that the knowledge to solve intractable problems—a cure for cancer, for instance—may already exist within the warp and weave of this infinite and, as yet, largely untapped resource. But first, Howe proposes, we need to banish preconceived notions of how such problems are solved.Reinventing Knowledge: From Alexandria to the Internet by Ian F. McNeely, Lisa Wolverton Here is an intellectual entertainment, a sweeping history of the key institutions that have organized knowledge in the West from the classical period onward. ... Fri, 31 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 668290 http://www.wislisjobs.com/academic.htm University of Wisconsin-Madison Position Vacancy Listing: PVL# 60607 Working title: Western European History and Social Sciences Librarian Official title: SR ACAD Librarian (R04BN) or Academic Librarian(R04DN) Degree and area of specialization: MLS or advanced degree in a field of Western European History and/or Social Science along with significant library experience. Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience: Required Qualifications: - 3 years professional experience in an academic or research library - Working knowledge of the fields of Western European History and Social Science - Excellent oral and written communication skills in English - Reading knowledge of at least two Western European languages, preferably German and French or Italian - Liaison and/or public service experience in an academic or research context - Working knowledge of research trends and the scholarly process - MLS or advanced degree in a field of Western European History and/or Social Science along with significant library experience - Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment Desired Qualifications: - Advanced degree in History and/or Social Science with specialization in Western Europe - Reading knowledge of other Western European languages - Collection development experience, including familiarity with vendors and approval plans for Western European Studies materials and working knowledge of library collection budgets - Knowledge of Western European scholarly communication in all formats - Familiarity and demonstrated skills with both established and emergent library technologies Principal duties: The Western European History and Social Sciences Librarian is part of the Memorial Library Research Services team. ... Thu, 30 Oct 2008 23:53:22 +0100 668046 http://www.wislisjobs.com University of Wisconsin-Madison Position Vacancy Listing: PVL# 60607 Working title: Western European History and Social Sciences Librarian Official title: SR ACAD Librarian (R04BN) or Academic Librarian(R04DN) Degree and area of specialization: MLS or advanced degree in a field of Western European History and/or Social Science along with significant library experience. Minimum number of years and type of relevant work experience: Required Qualifications: - 3 years professional experience in an academic or research library - Working knowledge of the fields of Western European History and Social Science - Excellent oral and written communication skills in English - Reading knowledge of at least two Western European languages, preferably German and French or Italian - Liaison and/or public service experience in an academic or research context - Working knowledge of research trends and the scholarly process - MLS or advanced degree in a field of Western European History and/or Social Science along with significant library experience - Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment Desired Qualifications: - Advanced degree in History and/or Social Science with specialization in Western Europe - Reading knowledge of other Western European languages - Collection development experience, including familiarity with vendors and approval plans for Western European Studies materials and working knowledge of library collection budgets - Knowledge of Western European scholarly communication in all formats - Familiarity and demonstrated skills with both established and emergent library technologies Principal duties: The Western European History and Social Sciences Librarian is part of the Memorial Library Research Services team. ... Thu, 30 Oct 2008 23:50:52 +0100 668505 http://www.wislisjobs.com/public.htm Middleton Public Library is seeking a dynamic, energetic and creative person interested in joining a team of highly qualified librarians in a fast-paced environment as a Youth Services Librarian. The Middleton Public Library was named Library of the Year in 2007; and Money Magazine named the city of Middleton as #1 Place to Live in 2007. Responsibilities include: developing, conducting and publicizing programs for children ages 0-12; reference service and reader's advisory; training and supervision of volunteers, practicum students and library pages; collection development; community outreach/serving as school liaison; assisting in creation of policies and procedures; and creation of booklists, newsletter and bibliographies. Starting salary is $43,100, with 5% increase after successful completion of 6-month probationary period, with excellent benefits, with a start date of January 5, 2009. This position requires an MLS degree, considerable computer experience, and excellent communication and customer service skills. Public library experience preferred. Please send resume, cover letter and contact information for three references to Pamela Westby at Pamela@scls.lib.wi.us or mail to Pamela Westby, Director Middleton Public Library 7425 Hubbard Avenue Middleton, WI 53562 Applications must be received by 5 p.m. on Sunday, November 23, 2008. General library info may be found & position description is available at http://www.midlibrary.org. Posted 10/30/08 (Source: Wislisjobs Public Library Jobs) Thu, 30 Oct 2008 23:46:16 +0100 668047 http://www.wislisjobs.com Middleton Public Library is seeking a dynamic, energetic and creative person interested in joining a team of highly qualified librarians in a fast-paced environment as a Youth Services Librarian. The Middleton Public Library was named Library of the Year in 2007; and Money Magazine named the city of Middleton as #1 Place to Live in 2007. Responsibilities include: developing, conducting and publicizing programs for children ages 0-12; reference service and reader's advisory; training and supervision of volunteers, practicum students and library pages; collection development; community outreach/serving as school liaison; assisting in creation of policies and procedures; and creation of booklists, newsletter and bibliographies. Starting salary is $43,100, with 5% increase after successful completion of 6-month probationary period, with excellent benefits, with a start date of January 5, 2009. This position requires an MLS degree, considerable computer experience, and excellent communication and customer service skills. Public library experience preferred. Please send resume, cover letter and contact information for three references to Pamela Westby at Pamela@scls.lib.wi.us or mail to Pamela Westby, Director Middleton Public Library 7425 Hubbard Avenue Middleton, WI 53562 Applications must be received by 5 p.m. on Sunday, November 23, 2008. General library info may be found & position description is available at http://www.midlibrary.org. Posted 10/30/08 (Source: Wislisjobs) Thu, 30 Oct 2008 23:45:06 +0100 668506 http://mblc.state.ma.us/jobs/find_jobs/rss.php?job_id=5584 Mount Ida College seeks qualified candidates for a full- time Reference Librarian position within its Wadsworth Library. The Reference Librarian provides reference services including designing and presenting information literacy classes, participates in collection development, and provides reference desk coverage for one evening per week. (Source: MBLC Job Listings) Wed, 29 Oct 2008 16:00:03 +0100 667147 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=4747 State: Louisiana SUMMARY: Under administrative supervision, this is responsible professional library work, which involves the application of professional library techniques and procedures to a variety of library departments and operations. Performs related and other work as required. REQUIRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE Attainment of B.A. or B.S. from an accredited university/college; attainment of graduate degree in Library and/or Information Science from an ALA-accredited university. REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS Good knowledge of professional library principles, practices and procedures. Demonstrated ability to: (1) handle both routine operations and long-range planning; (2) establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public and other staff; (3) supervise, train, and evaluate support staff; (4) schedule department staff and work flow for maximum effectiveness; (5) communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to groups and individuals; (5) be proficient on the computer with various software. GENERAL DUTIES  Helps in the coordination, direction, and supervision of the Reference/Readers' Advisory Department.  Assists in the supervision, training, scheduling, and evaluation of 6 full-time employees and 4 part-time employees.  Helps to oversee daily activities, assignment of tasks, and coordination of work flow.  Keeps detailed records with assistance from department personnel.  Schedules substitutes as needed.  Provides assistance to patrons of all ages with answers to reference questions and with help in locating materials.  Assists the Reference/Readers’ Advisory Supervisor in collection development for the Reference Department.  Instructs school classes in the use of library facilities and standard reference tools; conducts outreach programs for the community if needed. ... Wed, 29 Oct 2008 06:30:02 +0100 667021 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=4749 State: California Job ID 32884 Job Location University Libraries Job Category Library Salary 3P1 Date Posted Oct 24, 2008 This position is double posted at 3P1/3P2 levels. Stanford University Libraries and Academic Information Resources (SULAIR) seeks an innovative and dynamic individual, who is passionate about supporting the research and teaching missions of a major university, to serve as Head of Reference at Stanford’s main library. We seek an individual with enthusiasm, creativity, and intelligence to direct the continued reinvigoration and reinvention of reference services at Green Library. Responsibilities: Reporting to the Head of the Information Center, the Head of Reference will manage the general reference and outreach programs of Green Library, Stanford’s main research library. The Head of Reference will develop and implement a strategic vision for integrated, innovative, user-centered reference services and outreach activities. Specific responsibilities include: • Manages the overall Green Library reference program, including services provided at the Green Library Information Center desk, email reference and chat reference. Provides recommendations on new reference services and models as appropriate. Provides up to 8 hours per week of in-person reference at the Information Center desk and answers e-mail and chat reference questions. • Manages and promotes the reference collection, including selection of print and electronic reference resources, in collaboration with subject librarians. • Provides training and professional development opportunities for all Information Center reference staff. Plays a key role in establishing and implementing programs to promote reference innovation and best practices throughout the Stanford Libraries. • Provides editorial oversight for the Information Center website. ... Wed, 29 Oct 2008 06:30:02 +0100 667019 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=4757 State: Kentucky The University of Louisville (UofL) Libraries invites applications from creative and energetic entry-level candidates for the position of Teaching & Reference Librarian in the Humanities. The position reports to the head of the Reference Department and would be a part of a collegial, service-oriented, and progressive department of 8 librarians, 3 professional staff, and 8 student assistants. The University of Louisville (http://louisville.edu) is a Carnegie I research university with a national reputation for its high-quality undergraduate program and over twenty nationally recognized research, graduate, and professional programs, as well as a strong commitment to the community in which it resides. Recently, the University began a ten-year improvement process called Ideas to Action (I2A) that is designed to highlight critical thinking in the undergraduate curriculum and to connect students’ learning as much as possible to real-world experience and engagement in their community. The University Libraries, as part of our strong commitment to student development, completed an addition in the last two years with three flexible instructional labs and an automated storage area, in addition to a Learning Commons, which opened in 2007. These innovative facilities complement and reinforce the University's concepts in teaching and learning. The city of Louisville (http://www.loukymetro.org/) offers hospitality, warmth and smaller city advantages like shorter commutes and lower cost of living alongside major city amenities like world-class performing arts, great sports, incredible dining and a nationally-acclaimed parks system. ... Wed, 29 Oct 2008 06:30:02 +0100 667015 http://gypsylibrarian.blogspot.com/2008/10/reading-and-book-buying-habits-of.html A while back I came across this survey of "The Reading and Book Buying Habits of Americans (note link is to a PDF of the complete report). The report is 13 pages, but it is mostly short questions with answers in terms of numbers, so rather easy to read. Some of the questions seemed amusing to me. So, allow me to look at the survey, put some snark into it, and while at it, take a chance to look at myself as a reader and book buyer. OK, those were fancy words for "I am commenting on the survey in a somewhat random fashion."First, there was the whole question about "American Dream Materialists" versus the "American Dream Spiritualists." I actually had to keep reading to find the definitions, but basically these are people who believe that material goods lead to the American Dream versus those who see it in more spiritual terms. They both believe it is possible to attain the dream. Given the current state of the nation, I initially reacted with a "what are those people smoking?" remark. Maybe I am a pessimist, or more likely a cynic, but unless some serious radical changes happen soon, that dream is nothing but a pipedream. However, I am digressing. The survey points out that American Dream Materialists are more likely to buy their books in hardcover. Me? I buy hardcover when it is on sale or remaindered. Otherwise, it's paperback because I need to save some money for one, plus my apartment is small, and it is easier to stack paperbacks than big hardcovers. Having said that, there are rare authors I like enough to pay the full 28 bucks or more for their books, but those are very rare. Plus I borrow as much as I can for books I want to read but not keep. But the survey has more on that, so let's move on.80% of the respondents said they do not plan on buying any special e-book reader. Only reason that factoid caught my eye is because my boss has a Kindle, and she pretty much swears by it. ... Wed, 29 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 667585 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/blogs/distlib/~3/436262587/the-second-international-mlibraries-conference.html Received via email: The Second International m-Libraries Conference Vancouver, 23-24 June 2009 Call for papers Following the successful First International Conference on M-Libraries in 2007 we are delighted to call for papers for the Second International Conference in Vancouver in 2009. For more information about the conference visit http://library.open.ac.uk/mLibraries The conference, will be hosted by the University of British Columbia in collaboration with Athabasca University, the Open University (UK) and Thompson Rivers University. The aim of the conference is to explore and share work carried out in libraries around the world to deliver services and resources to users ‘on the move’ via mobile or handheld devices, including mobile and smartphones, PDAs, portable gaming devices, MP3 players and ebook readers. The conference will bring together researchers, technical developers, managers and library practitioners to exchange experience and expertise and generate ideas for future developments. If you would like to be involved in this exciting conference submit your abstracts (up to 300 words) to M-Libraries-Conference@open.ac.uk by December 15th, 2008. These will be subject to peer review and authors will be notified by mid-January. We expect that papers may include research reports, demonstrations of technical developments, practical case studies or reviews. Posters are also invited. ... Wed, 29 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 667333 http://libraryjuicepress.com/blog/?p=756 For many years Byron Anderson has been producing a bibliography of tools for helping librarians attend to the alternative press. The new edition of his guide is out: Bibliographic and Web Tools for Alternative Media. Updates of this bibliography are regularly published in Counterpoise and posted to the web on the Alternative Media Task Force (ALA/SRRT) site. This bibliography/webliography is useful for librarians who want to work from an understanding of the importance of alternative literature in libraries but face collection development obstacles. (Source: Library Juice) Wed, 29 Oct 2008 01:57:06 +0100 666960 http://mblc.state.ma.us/jobs/find_jobs/rss.php?job_id=5583 Reporting to the Associate Librarian for Research, Teaching, and Learning for Harvard College Library, the Librarian of Lamont Library is responsible for approximately 45 staff, including 20 professional staff, and leads a management team consisting of managers for Access Services, Collection Development, Government Information Services, Environmental Information Services, Maps and GIS, Morse Music and Media, Numeric Data Services, and Research Services. The Librarian supports and encourages user-focused innovation in the Lamont organization's education, research, outreach, and collection development efforts, and fosters a collaborative, team-based environment. This leader supports a well-established and successful liaison program and promotes the use of emerging technologies in the work of the staff. The Librarian cultivates collaborative initiatives among the Lamont, Fung, and Quad libraries, other Harvard libraries, and Faculty of Arts and Sciences academic departments and programs such as Institute for Quantitative Social Science and the Center for Geographic Analysis. ... Tue, 28 Oct 2008 21:34:04 +0100 666791 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/FlaJobline/~3/434934097/assistant-supervisor-library-lending.html Assistant Supervisor, Library Lending ServicesTechnology & Curriculum InnovationCompetition Number: 208376Closing Date: November 5, 2008McNally Library's Lending Services area requires an enthusiastic and customer-oriented assistant supervisor to be responsible for the scheduling and circulation of audiovisual media and equipment as well as related training and system support. Other duties include circulation of other library materials, customer assistance, and administrative support responsibilities.Responsibilities:Supervisory Support DutiesAssists the Lending Services Supervisor with the daily operation of audiovisual media and equipment scheduling and circulation services, including non-routine problem solving with customers.Ensures the maintenance and good order of the audio visual collections and circulating equipmentProvides support for the automated library system by running and troubleshooting Access reports, updating training manuals, and testing after system upgradesTrains staff in the use of the automated library system's Media ModuleAudiovisual Media Support DutiesProcesses booking requests from faculty for audiovisual media, notebook computers and data projectors by making reservations on the library's automated system, sending confirmation notices, preparing the materials for pick-up or delivery, and resolving problemsParticipates in de-selection projects with the audiovisual collection and seeks permission from media producers/distributors to dub from old to newer formatsProvides administrative support to audio visual media collection development staffAssists customers with the use of audiovisual equipment available in the LibraryCompiles the list of new audio visual media, troubleshoots links, and posts on All Users. ... Tue, 28 Oct 2008 17:26:15 +0100 667387 http://mblc.state.ma.us/jobs/find_jobs/rss.php?job_id=5580 Beaver Country Day School is seeking a temporary full-time librarian. The ideal candidate will be motivated, a strong problem solver, and excited about using technology to disseminate information. In addition, they must have experience with bibliographic instruction and core collection development. An overview of responsibilities: *Oversee parent volunteer program *Run weekly reports for ILL, serials, and circulation *Update Book Review Blogs for both Middle and Upper Schools *Conduct bibliographic instruction as needed *Special projects as assigned by Library Director (Source: MBLC Job Listings) Mon, 27 Oct 2008 21:52:53 +0100 666358 http://northmetrotechlibraryatacworth.blogspot.com/2008/10/if-it-werent-for-blogs.html The blogs I subscribe to keep me up to date - Give 'em what they want : News for Collection Development and Readers Advisory Librarians noted today that Tony Hillerman has died. Nora Rawlinson offers links to USA Today and the NY Times for the obituaries.I checked our catalog, being a tech school we don't have much fiction for fun. However in our e-book collection we have Tony Hillerman : a critical companion by John M. Reilly. The summary notes:Edgar Award-winning writer Tony Hillerman has earned a reputation as a Grand Master of the popular mystery. This is the first full-length examination of his work. One of the most successful contemporary American writers, Hillerman has made his stories of Native American detectives instrumental in understanding modern American life. Through the creation of his Navajo detective characters, Hillerman has given new vigor to the popular genre of mystery with his treatment of the problems of order and identity in modern society. This study examines each of his 13 novels in turn and includes a biographical chapter and a chapter on his innovations in the genre of detective fiction.The fun thing about the netLibrary books - one can read them from your desk, a few pages at a time. Create your free account (get your netLibrary card) on campus. Explore the wide variety of titles available through our catalog.-klsView from the Library maintained by The Librarian at North Metro Technical College c2006 (Source: View from the library) Mon, 27 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 666328 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/TameTheWeb/~3/430836970/ From Michael: Char Booth and I were at a dinner sponsored by the good folks from Darien at ALA this summer. Our discussion turned to library school and Char offered some ideas and opinions about her experience as a student. I’m always interested to hear how I might do my job better - and Char definetely had ideas. I seized the chance to ask her to put her thoughts into a guest post, that became “The Library Student Bill of Rights.” What do you think? What would you add? The Library Student Bill of Rights Like every other librarian, in order to function professionally I’ve had to teach myself countless things on the job. Librarianship is a craft, and crafts are best learned by experience. Librarianship is also contextual - much of what we do is about developing relationships to the users we serve and/or the organizations we join. That said, the skills that are becoming essential to the increasingly demanding, complex, and collaborative world of librarianship could and should be better addressed by the education we receive. There are many reasons why library school curricula doesn’t yet reflect the reality of the profession, first among these the widely recognized disconnect between teaching faculty and practitioners. Librarianship is undergoing a number of transformations, and it is more often experimentation than tradition that motivates our actions in the workplace. For all of these reasons, there is a widening gulf between what we are taught and what we actually do.  It is my belief that systemic reform of the MILS curriculum is critical if libraries are to survive, beginning with aggressive adoption and progressive interpretation of the newly revised 2008 ALA accreditation standards by the 62 accredited North American MLIS programs. ... Fri, 24 Oct 2008 15:45:35 +0100 665468 http://idv.sagepub.com/cgi/content/abstract/24/4/275?rss=1 The paper examines the problems militating against the development of useful library collections for the Botswana colleges of education students and lecturers. Using questionnaires and interviews, information was obtained from the study population which comprised the senior librarians and Deputy Principals (Academic) of the colleges and the Chairperson of the Board of Affiliated Institutions of the University of Botswana, as the colleges are affiliated to the University. The study revealed the following as some of the major problems militating against collection development in the libraries: lack of constant training for the librarians, inadequate staff for the libraries, lack of administrative support, and unavailability and non-use of collection development policies. The study concludes that, among others, there is the need to train the college librarians on collection development, provide more staff for the libraries, and there is the need also for the librarians to produce and use adequate collection development policies. (Source: Information Development current issue) Fri, 24 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 665513 http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=12073 Collection Development Coordinator (Naperville Public Library, Illinois) (Source: Latest ALA Job Listings) Thu, 23 Oct 2008 23:00:07 +0100 664782 http://library.lib.binghamton.edu/mt/librarynews/archives/2008/10/binghamton_univ.html The Binghamton University Libraries will host two presentations by Virginia Kerr, Digital Program Manager, Center for Research Libraries (CRL), Monday, November 3rd. The “Center for Research Libraries (CRL) is a consortium of North American universities, colleges and independent research libraries that acquires and preserves newspapers, journals, documents, archives and other traditional and digital resources for research and teaching. These resources are then made available to member institutions cooperatively. BU’s longtime membership in CRL allows faculty and graduate researchers the opportunity to use primary sources and other research materials for in-depth scholarly projects through long-term loans and other services. Ms. Kerr will discuss cooperative collection development programs and services offered by CRL for BU faculty and students, with emphasis on new initiatives such as the recently announced World Newspaper Archive project. Two informational sessions will be given Monday, November 3, one from 3:30-4:30 pm and a second from 5:00-6:00 pm in the 2nd floor Bartle Library Staff Lounge. Light refreshments will be served. For further information, please contact Ed Shephard, Head of Collection Development, at eshephar@binghamton.edu or (607) 777-2493. (Source: BU Library News) Thu, 23 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 665314 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/earlham/dGCQ/~3/429840222/southern-illinois-u-launches-ir.html Southern Illinois University at Carbondale (SUIC) has launched Open SIUC, an institutional repository.  From the article in yesterday's issue of the SIUC paper: ...OpenSIUC is...an online storehouse giving one and all permanent, reliable, free access to research and scholarly material produced at the University. A service of Morris Library, it is a one-stop location for accessing material previously unavailable or posted on scattered Web sites here and there. Faculty, staff and students contribute to OpenSIUC with published and unpublished materials. Featured will be journal articles, conference papers and proceedings, technical reports, working papers, posters, videos, audios, data sets, theses and dissertations, honors theses, REACH posters and much more.... “The idea is to make SIUC output more visible, more accessible and to preserve it,” said Jonathan Nabe, SIUC collection development librarian/science and technology.... Nabe said materials within OpenSIUC are more visible because Google, GoogleScholar and other search engines index them higher than they would the same content on individual or departmental Web sites.... They’ll accept all file formats for inclusion. Microsoft Word documents automatically convert to PDF files. Nabe said the site’s software also supports journal publication and includes a peer review tracking system and other necessary tools. Those who contribute can elect to receive automatic monthly e-mails indicating the total downloads of their posts. “We help with copyright issues as well,” Nabe said. “Many publishers allow the posting of journal articles in repositories.” ... (Source: Open Access News) Thu, 23 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 664875 http://jdupuis.blogspot.com/2008/10/books-id-like-to-read.html It's been another little while since I've done one of these lists, so here goes, a two part massive list for your reading and collection development pleasure. Part One today with Part Two I hope next week.Grown Up Digital: How the Net Generation is Changing Your World by Don TapscottThe Net Generation Has Arrived.Are you ready for it?Chances are you know a person between the ages of 11 and 30. You've seen them doing five things at once: texting friends, downloading music, uploading videos, watching a movie on a two-inch screen, and doing who-knows-what on Facebook or MySpace. They're the first generation to have literally grown up digital--and they're part of a global cultural phenomenon that's here to stay.The bottom line is this: If you understand the Net Generation, you will understand the future.If you're a Baby Boomer or Gen-Xer: This is your field guide.Disrupting Class: How Disruptive Innovation Will Change the Way the World Learns by Clayton M. Christensen, Curtis W. Johnson, Michael B. HornAccording to recent studies in neuroscience, the way we learn doesn't always match up with the way we are taught. If we hope to stay competitive-academically, economically, and technologically-we need to rethink our understanding of intelligence, reevaluate our educational system, and reinvigorate our commitment to learning. In other words, we need “disruptive innovation.”Now, in his long-awaited new book, Clayton M. Christensen and coauthors Michael B. Horn and Curtis W. Johnson take one of the most important issues of our time-education-and apply Christensen's now-famous theories of “disruptive” change using a wide range of real-life examples. Whether you're a school administrator, government official, business leader, parent, teacher, or entrepreneur, you'll discover surprising new ideas, outside-the-box strategies, and straight-A success stories. ... Thu, 23 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 664852 http://chronicle.com/jobs/id.php?id=0000580004-01&pg=r Washington State University (Washington) (Source: Chronicle.com - Jobs in Librarians/library administration) Thu, 23 Oct 2008 04:00:00 +0100 664476 http://www.slis.indiana.edu/careers/view_job_specific.php?job_id=4738 State: Ohio http://muskingum.edu/home/library/JobOpportunities.html Muskingum College Library, New Concord, OH, is currently seeks a motivated, energetic, service-oriented librarian committed to providing excellent library services in a customer-centered environment. The Reference / Web Resources Librarian is responsible for managing the library’s webpages and serving as the campus web consultant for academic departments and other units of the College. The successful candidate must be familiar with traditional resources, electronic and networked information and with the integration of technology with library services. Under the direction of the Library Director and working in a highly digital environment, the Reference / Web Resources Librarian must be a collegial team player who assists in continuing to develop a user-centered program that integrates information literacy instruction, actively promotes research support, and provides reference services to students, faculty, and other entities affiliated with the programs of Muskingum College. This highly visible position works in a collaborative environment as part of an innovative team that designs, delivers and promotes all services provided by the Library. Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills a necessity. Experience using the OhioLINK / III system is desirable. Responsibilities: Implementing the delivery of an established library-user education program primarily to undergraduate students and faculty; provide reference services and general library instruction to library patrons using the library’s catalog, shared research databases and print resources; manage and develop the Library’s website and maintain academic department webpages; share in the classroom teaching responsibilities; and, participation in evening and weekend rotation of reference services. ... Wed, 22 Oct 2008 21:57:01 +0100 664305 http://mblc.state.ma.us/jobs/find_jobs/rss.php?job_id=5573 The Hollis Social Library is seeking a youth services librarian to provide dynamic service to children, young adults and their families. Responsibilities include: childrens and young adult services; collection development and cataloging of youth materials; planning and promoting programs; community outreach to schools and other local organizations; readers advisory and reference service; public relations and grant writing. Program planning includes story hours, book discussion groups, movies and special events. Working with the Library Director will administer the childrens budget for materials and programs. Other responsibilities include maintaining a welcoming and inviting childrens and young adult areas (includes shelving and rotating displays); emptying the book drop and assisting patrons at the circulation desk. Strong programming skills for youth from birth to eighteen are critical to this position. Demonstrated successful experience working with children in a library, educational or other learning environment is required. A commitment to customer service and strong written and verbal communication skills are a must. This is a full-time (40 hour/week position) with medical and dental benefits. Candidate is expected to work one evening per week and one weekend per month. (Source: MBLC Job Listings) Wed, 22 Oct 2008 18:03:21 +0100 664192 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/FlaJobline/~3/428728787/reference-librarian-stanley-milner.html Job Posting # 219-08Job title: REFERENCE LIBRARIAN - temporaryDURATION: up to 12 months Service Point: Information SERVICES Division, Stanley A. Milner LibraryFunctionsUnder direction of the Manager, Information Services Division, provide reference service to the public, using a variety of print and electronic sources and forms of communication; serve as a resource person in the use of the Internet to provide information services, including system-wide leadership in the incorporation of the Internet as a reference and communication tool, staff awareness/training, and public outreach; develop and maintain print circulating and reference collections in designated subject areas; initiate and coordinate public programs and displays related to designated subject areas; and contribute to staff development activities by providing courses and other staff training activities for both the Division and the EPL system.QualificationsMinimum academic requirement is an M.L.I.S. degree from an accredited library school. Two years of related professional experience, preferably in reference services or collection development or web based information service and demonstrated expertise in the use of the Internet as an information resource are essential. Awareness of customer uses of new technologies and new ways of interacting with customers using new technologies is required. Strong interpersonal and communication skills, effective problem-solving skills, a strong customer service orientation, the ability to deal effectively with change, and the ability to work effectively and positively in a team environment are required.Hours of Work: 35 hours per week – varied schedulesPay Band 6 $52,325 – $66,795 per annumGeneralPlease apply in writing, quoting Job Posting # 219-08, through the submission of either a current, fully completed Employment Application form (see www.epl.ca) or resume to the Human Resource Services Division, Stanley A. ... Wed, 22 Oct 2008 16:39:10 +0100 665015 http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/FlaJobline/~3/428728791/collections-digital-resources-librarian.html University of Prince Edward Island – Robertson LibraryCollections & Digital Resources Librarian - Robertson LibraryThe University of Prince Edward Island is inviting applications for the position of Collections & Digital Resources Librarian. The Robertson Library has entered an era of change that offers many exciting opportunities for defining the future of academic library services, and we want creative thinkers and doers who can take us to the leading edge and keep us there.As a member of the Library management team reporting to the University Librarian, the successful candidate will be responsible for supervising a new unit (Collections & Digital Resources) comprising the functions of collections, acquisitions, and serials. In this role the successful candidate will be expected to oversee a transition from a traditional collections function. The successful candidate will play a leadership role in the development of new approaches and services, including: budget management, collection development & stewardship, creation of digital collections, coordination of subject liaison services, consortial liaison, etc. A creative approach to developing services and resources which facilitate access to local and global knowledge and save the user's time is key. Knowledge of collections management and innovative technological approaches, as well as new issues facing libraries, will help inform the University's development of resources and services. Reference and information literacy responsibilities will also be important facets of the position.The appointee will have a graduate degree from an ALA-accredited institution with a minimum of four recent years of collections experience in a university library setting. This experience will include collection management issues as well as an advanced knowledge of new and emerging digital library technologies, managing access to print and online collections, and license management. ... Wed, 22 Oct 2008 16:27:27 +0100 665040 http://thecorporatelibrarian.com/2008/10/21/sharepoint-for-libraries-streamlining-your-intranet-management/ Sarah Houghton-Jan and Shannon M. Staley co-presented. While we’re not using SharePoint, a lot of companies are and I wanted to get the real story on how easy/difficult it is to develop with, how good search functionality is, etc.. Apologies for the notes - I was trapped on an end seat with a not-very-good view of the slides. I’ll add a link to the online version later. The audience was largely corporate and legal librarians, from the show of hands. First was an explanation of what Microsoft SharePoint was, and Sarah explained the difference between Windows SharePoint Services (free lightweight version) and Microsoft Office SharePoint Server (standard enterprise version). Next up Shannon gave a quote from FASTForward illustrating the general market reaction - it has a lot of functionality but the components are not best-in-breed (you can get better blogs, wikis, etc.). Sites created with SharePoint are very customizable, as the example screenshots demonstrated. Similar products include Alfresco, Central Desktop, Clearspace, ???, ???, ??? Collaboration Suite. Key benefits included the ability to include Web 2.0 functionality with one software service, facilitation of collaboration, increased communication, integration and compatibility with Microsoft Office, ability to post large documents while avoiding an email attachment glut and the ability to update intranet content without adding to the webmaster’s workload. They picked SharePoint for the joint San Jose Public and State University Library because of the difficulty in communication between the two organizations, the administration’s desire to increase institutional communication and collaboration, the ability to standardize on support and on a single interface and the ability for teams to manage their own updates. Designing the SharePoint presence involved IT, the Web team and input from the organization. Several smaller sites were piloted. ... Wed, 22 Oct 2008 00:02:37 +0100 663894 http://www.wislisjobs.com/public.htm Beloit Public Library (Wisconsin) is looking for an energetic librarian with a strong customer service orientation to head the Adult Services Department. Duties include providing reference and readers' advisory services, collection development, programming, and developing department policies and procedures. Requirements: MSL from an ALA accredited institution and three years of management experience. An interest in YA literature and programming desirable. Knowledge of Spanish language a plus. Starting salary range of $42,000-$45,000 DOQ. Position is 40 hours a week and includes day, evening and weekend hours. Visit Employment on the library's website, www.beloitlibrary.info, for a full job description. Apply by November 15, 2008. Posted 10/21/08 (Source: Wislisjobs Public Library Jobs) Tue, 21 Oct 2008 08:58:14 +0100 664310 http://www.wislisjobs.com Beloit Public Library (Wisconsin) is looking for an energetic librarian with a strong customer service orientation to head the Adult Services Department. Duties include providing reference and readers' advisory services, collection development, programming, and developing department policies and procedures. Requirements: MSL from an ALA accredited institution and three years of management experience. An interest in YA literature and programming desirable. Knowledge of Spanish language a plus. Starting salary range of $42,000-$45,000 DOQ. Position is 40 hours a week and includes day, evening and weekend hours. Visit Employment on the library's website, www.beloitlibrary.info, for a full job description. Apply by November 15, 2008. Posted 10/21/08 (Source: Wislisjobs) Tue, 21 Oct 2008 08:55:32 +0100 663766 http