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Outreach and Programming Library Assistant – Richmond Free Library (Richmond, VT)
- Develops and implements effective programming and events for adults, and in conjunction with youth librarian for families and youth.
- Develops, implements and monitors promotion and outreach about programs & library services including communication through online portals, such as our webpage, Facebook and Instagram pages, and Front Porch Forum; posters; local print newspapers and online calendars with direction from the Director and Youth Librarian.
- Organizes art shows for library gallery space.
- Monitors, curates and grows the Library of Things in conjunction with the Director.
- Knowledge of and ability to facilitate use of digital resources such as Libby, Hoopla and Library’s catalog with patrons.
- Fosters collaborative relationships with individuals and organizations.
- Assists patrons and carries out general library services as needed.
- Professional experience in a public library setting is preferred.
- Familiarity with and passion for the role and importance of public libraries.
- Demonstrated results in creating engaging, successful programming, and event management with diverse topics.
- Familiarity with digital communication avenues and demonstrated ability to promote/market events, programs and services through various channels.
- Knowledge of PC/Windows functions and applications (including Microsoft Office, Internet browsers, associated devices, email applications, basic technical trouble-shooting).
- Attention to detail and careful accuracy in work.
- Excellent written and verbal skills and public speaking ability.
- Experience working with volunteers is preferred.
- BA or BS required.
Director of Information & Instruction Services – University of Vermont (Burlington, VT)
The University of Vermont Libraries seek a user-oriented, innovative, collaborative, and experienced professional to serve as the Director of the Information and Instruction Services Department. The Director provides visionary leadership, fosters a welcoming and inclusive atmosphere, facilitates communication and collaboration, and identifies opportunities to expand program strengths.
Competitive candidates will speak fluently and from experience about pedagogy and curricular development, including the ways libraries can work with colleges, schools, and departments to identify research skills expected of majors and facilitate the development of plans with disciplinary faculty to embed and teach those skills in relevant curricula.
The work of the Information and Instruction Services Department includes reference, research assistance, instruction, liaison, and outreach services for the University community and all library users. The Department also works collaboratively with other units in the Libraries to maintain reference, government information, and maps collections; it has significant roles in collection development and communications. This person provides leadership, planning, coordination, direction, and supervision for the Department’s services and its team of 9 faculty positions.
APPOINTMENT, SALARY, BENEFITS:
The Director has a primary appointment as an academic administrator and a secondary appointment as a Library Faculty member. Library Directors have a record of librarianship, scholarship, and service appropriate for an appointment at the rank of Library Associate Professor or above. The salary range for this position is $100,000 – $130,000. Library Faculty are not eligible for tenure.
Generous benefits package includes: TIAA/CREF (or alternative plan), professional development, managed health care plan, and 22 days of annual leave.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT:
Provide a statement on how, as Faculty and Director of the Instruction and Information Services department in the University Libraries, you would enhance the impact of Our Common Ground Values (https://uvm.edu/president/our-common-ground), and advance diversity and inclusive excellence at UVM. (limit 250 words)
APPLICATION INFORMATION:
For further details about this position and to apply online, please visit our website at: http://www.uvmjobs.com and reference job posting F3189PO In addition to the online application, candidates are required to submit the following documents: cover letter, curriculum vitae, diversity and inclusive excellence statement, and a list of three references.
The search will remain open until the position is filled. All appointments are subject to a successful background check. For best consideration, complete applications should be received no later than October 11, 2024. For additional information, please contact search co-chairs Laurie Kutner (laurie.kutner@uvm.edu) and Graham Sherriff (graham.sherriff@uvm.edu).
The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law.
– Posted 9/7/24
Circulation Specialist – South Burlington Public Library (South Burlington, VT)
The South Burlington Public Library is seeking a full time Circulation Specialist who will support the Circulation Librarian to ensure a friendly, effective and efficient library experience and to provide optimal accessibility to the library’s collection and services. This position is responsible for several administrative systems including overdues, supplies and budgets. The Circulation Specialist will carry out routine Circulation Desk duties and assist the Librarian with defining and implementing new and existing circulation and reader’s advisory procedures. They will oversee community volunteers and will work well with all departments, cross training at other desks as needed. $47,590.40 and excellent benefits. Join us! Read more at the City job board.
– Posted 9/7/24
Information Access Assistant – Dartmouth College (Hanover, NH)
Dartmouth College Libraries seeks an Information Access Assistant for a part-time, weekend position (10 hours/week) at Baker-Berry Library in Hanover, NH. The role involves staffing public service desks providing direct patron assistance, and support for the Access Services department. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, strong communication skills, and customer service expertise. Library experience is preferred. The position requires on-site work Saturdays and Sundays from 9:30am to 2:30pm. Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.
Bring your unique skills, grow them through professional development and engagement, and help us empower students by unlocking their individual potential.
As a potential staff member at Dartmouth Libraries, you will be joining our organization at a pivotal moment. After consulting and collaborating with our academic community, campus partners, and library colleagues, Dartmouth Libraries have a new strategic direction – Research Engine, Powering Knowledge. Grounded in our Purpose and Vision, this strategic framework supports us in achieving our goals and aspirations. Those aspirations are to:
- Empower students by unlocking individual potential
- Accelerate advanced research
- Elevate scholarship with powerful research tools and methods and
- Amplify Dartmouth’s impact across the scholarly ecosystem
Interested?
You can learn more about the position and apply at: Dartmouth College Applicant Portal | Information Access Assistant
Hiring range: $20 – $22.50
Do you have questions?
Contact Karen MacPhee at karen.macphee@dartmouth.edu
Review of applications will begin (9/3/24), and will continue until the position is filled.
About Dartmouth: Founded in 1769, Dartmouth is a member of the Ivy League and consistently ranks among the world’s greatest academic institutions. The Dartmouth Libraries is dedicated to supporting teaching, learning, and research and works in partnership with the students and faculty of the School of Arts & Sciences, the Thayer School of Engineering, the Tuck School of Business, the Geisel School of Medicine, and the Guarini School of Graduate and Advanced Studies. Dartmouth Library is supported by a highly committed staff of about 145. The Dartmouth College Library is a member of the Ivy Plus Libraries Confederation, the Association of Research Libraries, CRL, NERL, HathiTrust, CLIR/DLF, and the Library Publishing Coalition.
Dartmouth College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion. We prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other legally protected status. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged.
– Posted 9/4/24
Director of Silver Special Collections Library – University of Vermont (Burlington, VT)
The Director has a primary appointment as an academic administrator and a secondary appointment as a Library Faculty member. Library Directors have a record of librarianship, scholarship, and service appropriate for an appointment at the rank of Library Associate Professor or above. The salary range for this position is $100,000 – $130,000. Library Faculty are not eligible for tenure.
Reference & Teaching Resources Librarian – Community College of Vermont (Flexible location within CCV centers)
The Community College of Vermont seeks an innovative, flexible, and collaborative professional for the position of Reference and Teaching Resources Librarian. As a member of VSCS Library team, this position serves the reference and instruction needs of CCV students and faculty, and partners with the librarians and library staff from Vermont State University as well as the Chancellor’s office in providing comprehensive library services to both college communities.
The Reference & Teaching Resources Librarian plays a key role in supporting the college’s efforts to promote alternatives to high-cost instructional materials and use of innovative teaching resources, including Open Educational Resources, eReserves, and library-licensed databases and streaming media.
In providing online services and remote access to library resources, CCV librarians work outside of a traditional library setting. The location is flexible within CCV centers.
JOB SUMMARY:
The Reference & Teaching Resources librarian provides reference services to faculty and students, develops and curates content for the library in a liaison structure, partners with relevant college departments to enhance online instruction and use of open educational resources, provides robust information literacy curricular integration, and helps faculty promote lifelong learning and 21st century career skills.
Essential Functions:
- Provide leadership and collaborate in the planning, coordination, and delivery of the library’s information literacy education and outreach activities.
- Provide faculty outreach related to instructional materials and manage information literacy and academic research instruction and consultations online and virtually.
- Lead project work with other VSCS librarians to create digital learning objects, including online research guides and video tutorials, and assist faculty in adapting and embedding these instructional tools in Canvas, the learning management system.
- Work with VSCS Library Director to develop and maintain effective policies and procedures for virtual reference and instruction.
- Provide reference service and research support to remote students and faculty via live chat and email.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in the navigation and maintenance of LibGuides content management system (CMS) for online research guides in addition to other Springshare products.
- Contribute to the creation of information literacy and library instructional content, across a number of platforms.
- Collaborate with other librarians on future e-reserves initiatives and faculty outreach related to instructional materials, including maintenance of guides dedicated to Open Educational Resources and Textbook Alternatives.
- Serve on system-wide library committees. Serve as a liaison to CCV Curricular Committees and contribute to collection development efforts in assigned subject areas.
- Support course development initiatives, in collaboration with faculty, curricular committees, and other VSC stakeholders.
- Conduct and facilitate faculty professional development in use of open-access educational resources in teaching and learning.
- Assist faculty in finding and incorporating library resources that support DEI learning objectives and equity-based curriculum.
- Promote library information and news via cross-campus communications.
- Keep abreast of current developments and trends in librarianship and instructional technologies.
- Other duties as assigned.
For more information and to apply:
– Posted 8/30/24
Library Director – Maxfield Public Library (Loudon, NH)
The Maxfield Public Library is seeking a new Library Director who is enthusiastic, knowledgeable, professional, and possesses excellent leadership skills.
The Maxfield Public Library recently received a modern expansion and boasts a fireplace reading area, children’s craft and activities room, and large multi-purpose meeting room with a kitchenette and an array of digital media equipment.
Loudon is only 5 miles from Concord, the State Capitol. Other great attractions like the White Mountains, Boston, the seacoast, and skiing, are all within a one-hour drive. Loudon is a quaint New Hampshire town and nearly half of our residents are registered library card holders and patrons of the Library. The new Library Director will be leading our outstanding current staff including a full-time Youth Services Librarian.
Salary and Benefits:
Full time, 40 hours per week, position with an annual salary range of $51,000 to $56,000. Salary is commensurate with experience and education. A full benefits package includes health, dental, life insurance, NH State Retirement System, and education reimbursement.
The Maxfield Library Trustees are also contributing a $1,000 signing bonus.
Requirements:
A Bachelor’s Degree is required, with at least three years library or equivalent experience. A Master of Library Science from an ALA accredited institution is preferred. Current MLS candidates are encouraged to apply. Any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience that provides similar knowledge, ability, and skills may be considered.
Responsibilities:
Except as specifically noted, the following functions are considered fundamental to this position:
Administers and oversees all aspects of library operations, including plans and procedures; reports and presentations; personnel selection, supervision and performance evaluations; budgeting and expenditures using Quickbooks; collection development and maintenance; materials processing; oversight of building and grounds maintenance; automation and the use of appropriate technology; grant writing; programming; marketing; and vendor and community relations.
Provides positive leadership for the staff. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with library patrons and responds positively to community requests and input. Positive working relationship and regular communication with the Library Trustees.
Represents the Library and is actively involved with the community and makes a strong effort to involve the Maxfield Public Library in local Loudon events, functions, local grade school, and organizations.
Ensures that the Maxfield Public Library is up to date with current trends along with new and innovative ideas to ensure the best possible experience for the community.
Apply Now
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, a resume with examples of accomplishments, and two (2) professional references. Recent MLS graduates and candidates are encouraged to apply. Send resumes and references to: emosermaxlib@loudonnh.org Position is open until filled and application review begins September 9, 2024. Complete job description is available at http://maxfieldlibrary.com
All applicants are subject to background check.
Maxfield Public Library is an Equal Opportunity employer.
– Posted 8/27/24
Library Access Services Specialist – Dartmouth Libraries (Hanover, NH)
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Empower students by unlocking individual potential
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Accelerate advanced research
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Elevate scholarship with powerful research tools and methods and
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Amplify Dartmouth’s impact across the scholarly ecosystem