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JOB: Reference Librarian at National Hispanic University, San Jose

By BayNet | Published: July 20, 2010

National Hispanic University is seeking a librarian with experience and training in information literacy, research methods, teacher education, and/ or early childhood education, who will work with both campus based and online students and faculty.

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EVENT: Job Searching Librarians First Meeting, Palo Alto, June 21 (Updated)

By BayNet | Published: June 14, 2010

(Note: the date of the meeting is June 21st, not 18th, as it was first reported.)

The first meeting of the job searching librarians support group will take place this Friday at 7:30 p.m. in downtown Palo Alto.  We will meet at Michael’s Gelato Café 440 University Avenue, Palo Alto, CA, 94301 (near the Palo Alto CalTran).  This is an informal meeting for librarians looking to start their careers or transition into another one.  Come to share job searching tips, volunteering opportunities, and more.  We hope to make this a monthly get together.  Library students welcome!

For a map showing Michael’s Gelato Café location, click here: http://bit.ly/c68PhQ

RSVPs not required, but appreciated.

Email Diana Tedone: dctedone at gmail dot com if you have any questions or suggestions!

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JOB: Librarian (Systems & Technology), De Anza College Library

By BayNet | Published: June 4, 2010

The Foothill-De Anza Community College District is currently accepting applications for the faculty position of Librarian (Systems and Technology), Library Services, De Anza College.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE POSITION INCLUDE:

Develop and coordinate a long-range plan for the library’s systems, hardware, and software. Manage the integrated library system (SIRSI) and other library systems such as EZproxy, GoPrint, and library self checkout. Coordinate desktop management and academic computer lab technology. Provide technical support, problem solving, and staff training in these areas. Serve as a liaison with campus and district technology personnel on initiatives and projects that impact library operations. Collaborate with library faculty and staff in investigating leading-edge technologies, testing software, and recommending and implementing appropriate systems in support of library services. Provide reference and course-related library instruction. Participate in collection development. Participate fully in department, division, and college planning and governance through committee and/or other institutional service. Teaching assignments may include distance education classes.

HIRING RANGE: $57,904-$95,099 annually plus benefits; actual placement is non-negotiable and is based on applicant’s verified education and experience.

Develop and coordinate a long-range plan for the library’s systems, hardware, and software. Manage the integrated library system (SIRSI) and other library systems such as EZproxy, GoPrint, and library self checkout. Coordinate desktop management and academic computer lab technology. Provide technical support, problem solving, and staff training in these areas. Serve as a liaison with campus and district technology personnel on initiatives and projects that impact library operations. Collaborate with library faculty and staff in investigating leading-edge technologies, testing software, and recommending and implementing appropriate systems in support of library services. Provide reference and course-related library instruction. Participate in collection development. Participate fully in department, division, and college planning and governance through committee and/or other institutional service. Teaching assignments may include distance education classes.

HIRING RANGE: $57,904-$95,099 annually plus benefits; actual placement is non-negotiable and is based on applicant’s verified education and experience.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Full-time, Tenure-track position, 11 months per year.

STARTING DATE: September 2010

This position will become Open Until Filled after the initial Closing Date of July 9, 2010.

Please see the full position description, requirements and application instructions.

Full-time, Tenure-track position, 11 months per year.

For more information about our application process contact:

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Library Assistant, 2nd Shift, National Hispanic University, San Jose

By BayNet | Published: May 26, 2010

GENERAL SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for assisting library users in the library and in ensuring access to library materials. In collaboration with library services staff, the Library Assistant will assist in supporting the users of the library and support the work of the librarys teams. By working closely with University administrative staff, faculty, and students the Library Assistant supports the library team in supporting the University program outcomes

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Accurately circulate material to library users.
  • Manage the SIRSI circulation system, including overdue notices, fines, and renewals
  • Schedule, train, and supervise student library assistants in circulation duties
  • Manage the course reserves
  • Assist library users with informational and directional questions
  • Open and close the library; maintain security of the collection and the users

Manage the library room reservation system

  • Oversee public equipment maintenance
  • Manage inter-library loans, both incoming and outgoing
  • Prepare statistical reports
  • Maintain vendor files and contacts; place orders, verify invoices, and prepare payment requests for the Business Office
  • Assist with the library web page
  • Assist the librarians as needed

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

May perform other duties and responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: None

MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Ability to train and to supervise the activities of peer staff or student workers

REPORTS TO: Director of Library Services

POSITIONS SUPERVISED: Student library workers

PROBLEM SOLVING: Tactfully resolve disputes regarding library fines or policies.

TECHNICAL, MANAGERIAL, and PEOPLE SKILLS REQUIRED

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Incumbents will be evaluated, in part, based on performance of each essential function. Appropriate reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

  • Ability to provide effective customer service
  • Ability to work accurately
  • Ability to communicate effectively with and work well with a diverse staff and user population
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions
  • Ability to learn and manage an integrated automated library system
  • Ability to apply library policies and procedures
  • Ability to think logically
  • Analytical and problem solving skills
  • General knowledge of institutional policies and procedures
  • General knowledge of library services and their availability
  • Basic computer knowledge and skills including accurate keyboarding.
  • Ability to lift up to 40lbs.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

  • B.A. degree
  • Experience in library or equivalent setting (i.e., library vendor or consortium)
  • Experience with SIRSI or another automated library systems
  • Proficient in M.S. office
  • Bilingual/Spanish speaking abilities preferred.

BUSINESS COMPETENCIES

  • Service orientation
  • Effective Communication
  • Data Analysis
  • Attention to detail
  • Performing office tasks
  • Working with computer technology
  • Effective Resource Utilization
  • Professional Ethics

Please send resumes to recruiting@laureate.net. In the subject line, put NHU Library Assistant.

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JOB: PLAN Administrator, Peninsula Libraries

By BayNet | Published: May 14, 2010

PLAN Administrator performs a wide variety of office and IT support and Project Coordinator duties within the Peninsula Libraries Automated Network (PLAN). PLAN Administrator will be on-call 24×7 during one week every five weeks. Regular schedule is Monday – Friday 8am to 5pm, certain projects will require team member to work during off-hours.

Supervision Received and Exercised:
PLAN Administrator reports directly to the IT Director

Key or Typical Tasks and Responsibilities but not limited to:

  • Tier One – Troubleshoot any problems PLS staff encounter with ILS software
  • Run monthly circulation statistics for libraries and create reports
  • ILS backups
  • Jr. Level administration of ILS server application
  • Update WebOpac information
  • Update/create website pages –(Drupal 6.0 and Microsoft Windows SharePoint Services)
  • Tier One Windows/Linux Support
  • Technical Lead for all PCs in the PLS Admin building
  • Technical Lead for UPS in server room
  • occasionally – Staff Training and project presentations
  • Assist IT Director with Project Coordination
  • Library card orders
  • Hardware orders
  • Warranty /Hardware maintenance
  • New Hire/Transfer/Exiting staff setup
  • Create users and technical documentation
  • Represent PLAN during Library Committee meetings when required.

Qualifications:

  • Education and Experience
  • Education equivalent to completion of the 12th grade.
  • Basic PC or server maintenance desirable.
  • Two years of library clerical experience.
  • Project Management/Coordinator preferable
  • Writing business reports and presenting on the topic

Knowledge of:

  • English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
  • Modern office procedures, methods and computer equipment and software.
  • Basic mathematical principles.
  • Process for managing small and large projects
  • HTML/CSS

Skills:

  • Communicate effectively in person, over the telephone, electronically, and in writing with a wide variety of people, including coworkers, member library staff, and vendors
  • MS Office
  • Creating reports
  • Excellent organizational, interpersonal, customer service and communication skills.
  • Ability to adapt to a fast paced environment with changing needs.
  • Familiarity with library integrated library system software desirable.

Work Environment and Physical Demands
Normally seated, standing or walking at will; normal physical activity including some bending, pushing, pulling, and carrying, which may range up to 50 lbs., upon occasion. Keyboarding and working at a computer monitor for extended periods required. Phone usage, reading, speaking, and listening required. Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices or work rooms.

Excellent benefit package and opportunity to grow within the organization

Please email resume and cover letter to IT Director – Monica M. Schultz
schultz@plsinfo.org

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JOB: Library Assistant I/II, San Mateo County Library

By BayNet | Published: April 23, 2010
  • Library Assistant I/II – (Open recruitment)
  • Application Deadline: Thursday, April 29, 2010
  • Written Exam (tentative): Saturday, May 22, 2010
  • Panel Interview (tentative): Week of June 7 – June 10, 2010

San Mateo County Library is looking for enthusiastic, service-oriented and flexible Library Assistants who are effective in communicating with people from a variety of backgrounds.  We currently have three openings for Library Assistant I/II positions at the Woodside (65% FTE), Brisbane (50% FTE), and Millbrae (75% FTE) Libraries.  Candidates who are bilingual in Mandarin and/or Cantonese are strongly preferred for the position at Millbrae.

For details and to apply, please visit San Mateo County HR Current Employment Opportunities page.  Details will also be available on the San Mateo County Library Jobs page later today.

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