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JOB: Librarian I/II – Web Librarian, San Jose Public Library

The award winning San José Public Library System is seeking candidates for the position Web Librarian I/II. This Web Librarian position will be responsible for performing a variety of typical professional librarian duties such as analyzing, interpreting and answering reference questions, and providing reader’s advisory information; supervising, leading or training the work of a clerical and technical staff as assigned. In addition, this position will also be responsible for performing a variety of web-services related professional librarian duties. This may include: website maintenance; web design including graphical design and user-oriented information architecture; using content management systems; writing code for server-side applications and websites; ensuring web accessibility; maintaining social web presences and audio and video content; working in a Windows , Linux or Unix server environment; managing database-driven web content; trendwatching in areas of library and technology services; managing projects, including directing the work of clerical or technical staff; providing library staff with support for and training on web services; and working with other Digital Future staff to constantly improve the library’s eBranch as a whole.

Our librarians are community leaders, using their professional skills in finding ways to keep the library in the forefront of providing the information, lifelong learning, and recreational diversions people need to lead better lives. The job description enumerates the range of duties expected, but above all we are looking for flexible, service-oriented, friendly, and smart librarians, proud of their profession and wanting to make a difference and keep growing in their chosen profession. Come join our team!

Minimum Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Library Science, Librarian I – none, Librarian II – 1 year experience as a librarian. Salary Range: $57,595.20 – $74,942.40. Closing Date: 5/29/2012. To learn more about this exciting opportunity and to apply, go to http://jobs.cityofsj.org/

Also posted in San Jose and Silicon Valley |

JOB: Librarian I/II – San Jose Public Library, Full Time and Part Time

The award winning San José Public Library System is seeking new Librarians to join our team and change the lives of those we serve! We are currently looking to fill two full time and two – three part time benefited positions for generalist librarians. We may use this candidate pool to fill other part time un-benefited on call position. The ideal candidate for these positions will understand, support, practice and promote the San José Way of library innovation and the Mission, Vision, & Values statements of the City of San José and the San José Public Library; demonstrate leadership and a commitment to active customer service; have knowledge of current library technology and trends; have experience working with a diverse community and staff; and enjoy working in a fast-paced, innovative team environment.

Our librarians are community leaders, using their professional skills in finding ways to keep the library in the forefront of providing the information, lifelong learning, and recreational diversions people need to lead better lives. The job description enumerates the range of duties expected, but above all we are looking for flexible, service-oriented, friendly, and smart librarians, proud of their profession and wanting to make a difference and keep growing in their chosen profession.

Minimum Qualifications: Master’s Degree in Library Science, Librarian I – none, Librarian II – 1 year experience as a librarian. Salary Range: $57,595.20 – $74,942.40. Closing Date: 5/29/2012. To learn more about this exciting opportunity and to apply, go to http://jobs.cityofsj.org/.

Also posted in San Jose and Silicon Valley |

JOB: Seeking proposals for original cataloging projects, Holy Names University, Oakland

RFI: Contract Cataloging

Holy Names University, a small private university in the Oakland Hills, seeks enquiries from independent contract catalogers interested in submitting proposals for several original cataloging projects, ranging from general cataloging to music and thesis cataloging. Individuals must have masters in library science from accredited institutions and at least two years’ experience as contract catalogers (full or part-time). Contact Karen Schneider at Schneider@hnu.edu for more information. Closing Date: June 1, 2012.

Also posted in East Bay |

JOB: Access Services Librarian, University of California at Merced

Salary: $48,504 – $54,444
Status: Full-time
First Review date:  6/1/2012

The UC Merced Library seeks a highly energetic professional who will serve as the public face of the Library and ensure the highest quality customer services by leading and assessing the performance of career staff and student employees. The successful candidate will be a diplomat and a problem solver who works effectively with students, faculty, researchers, and staff to meet their instruction and research needs.

The Access Services Librarian manages the Library’s customer service operational units including Access Services and Interlibrary Services. Reporting to the Associate University Librarian for Library Operations, the Access Services Librarian recommends policies and practices that improve and enhance a sustainable customer service model for the Library.

FULL POSTING + Link to posting on UC Merced Jobs site:
http://jobs.ucmerced.edu/n/academic/position.jsf?positionId=3954

Also posted in San Jose and Silicon Valley |

JOBS: Senior Community Library Manager, Contra Costa County

The Contra Costa County Library is seeking qualified individuals to fill the position of Senior Community Library Manager.  Presently, there is one (1) full-time (40/40) vacancy located in Concord, California and three (3) additional Senior Community Library Manager vacancies in other locations within the Library system.

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JOB: Accessioning and Processing Archivist, The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley

Hiring range: Associate Librarian I – Associate Librarian IV
Full-time salary range: $49,464 – $58,188

This is a 50%-time career-track appointment available starting July 1, 2012.

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Also posted in East Bay |