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Position: James K. Hosmer Special Collections Internship Description: The James K. Hosmer Special Collections Department consists mainly of the Minneapolis Collection, which is comprised of materials related to the history of Minneapolis, such as books, photos, maps, biographical materials, clippings, programs, documents and many archival collections. Many materials from this collection are available digitally through the Library s webpage. Other collections in the department include the Kittleson World War II collection, the 19th Century American Studies Collection, the Huttner Abolition and Anti-Slavery Collection and the Hoag Mart Twain Collection. Commitment: One semester March 2012 - May 2012; 8 to10 hours per week for a total of 120 hours. Location: James K. Hosmer Special Collections - Minneapolis Central Library Minneapolis Central Library, 300 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis Application Deadline: February 24, 2012 Duties: Primary duties and responsibilities include:
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Contact: Submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining your qualifications for this internship to: Job pays: This is an unpaid position which could be for college credit or work experience. Starts: March 1, 2012 Apply by: February 24, 2012 Position: Library Applications Assistant Description: The Anoka County Library has an immediate opening for a part-time 28 hour per week Library Applications Assistant. This position will assist the Business Application System Specialist with support and implementation of vital library specific technology applications. This position will also provide technical help to library staff on using current systems and learning new systems and provides troubleshooting support for all Library applications. Contact: www.anokacounty.us. All applications must go through the Anoka County website. No resumes accepted. Applications must be received by 4:30pm on February 13, 2012. Job pays: $18.72 - $22.96 per hour Starts: Apply by: February 13, 2012 Position: Youth Services Manager Description: Anoka County Library has an immediate opening for a Youth Services Manager who will coordinate, supervise and develop effective collections, services and programs to serve the Library and information needs of Anoka County's children and young people; to provide in-service education and guidance to staff working with youth; and will maintain regular and effective contact with educators, daycare providers, other County departments and youth workers. Contact: www.anokacounty.us. Application must be submitted through Anoka County website. Resumes not accepted. Applications must be received by 4:30pm on February 20, 2012. Job pays: $58,185 - $71,390 annually Starts: Apply by: February 20, 2012 Position: Library Director Description: Waukesha Public Library, the Wisconsin 2011 Library of the Year, seeks a Library Director who will embrace and champion WPL's service philosophy - "As Library staff, we provide courteous, responsive, quality service to our citizens. We believe in putting the customer first and that how we treat people is more important than anything else." Join the City of Waukesha, the Library Board, and the staff of this thriving municipal library as the Waukesha Public Library (http://www.waukesha.lib.wi.us/) continues to play its pivotal role as library, community partner and arts center. Serving 93,237 people, WPL is a single 71,566 sq. ft. facility - stunningly renovated and centrally located in an inviting park setting. With a team of 43 FTEs, a vital Friends group and a $3.6 million dollar budget, the Library circulates 1.35 million items annually to 59,000+ registered card holders. Challenges for the new Director include strategic planning, staffing challenges due to impending retirements, implementing a new ILS system, and developing alternative funding streams for library services and programs. Nestled in the southeast corner of Wisconsin, the City of Waukesha (http://www.ci.waukesha.wi.us/web/guest/waukesha) and the region offer cultural and recreational amenities in scenic Lake Country - providing ample opportunity for a delightful blend of outdoor sports and art activities. Waukesha is also centrally located with convenient access to three major urban areas' 20 miles from Milwaukee, 60 miles from Madison and 90 miles from Chicago. For more information on the Library and the community, see http://www.gossagesager.com/Waukeshalinks.htm. Responsibilities. The Library Director plans, organizes, directs, and controls all functions, operations, and activities of the Library, either directly or through senior management staff. The Director reports to an 11-member Library Board of Trustees and serves as a City Department Head for the City of Waukesha. The Director, under general direction of and within the policies set by the Library Board, is responsible for developing and presenting an operating plan, budget, and policies necessary to provide optimal library service to community residents. The Director is responsible for administering the programs of Library Service approved by the Library Board to accomplish the short and long-term goals established in its mission statement and strategic plan. For the detailed job description, see http://www.gossagesager.com/Waukesha Job Description.pdf. Minimum qualifications: a Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited graduate library school; eligibility for a Grade 1 Wisconsin Library Certificate; a minimum of five years successful public library and/or library system experience, which includes at least two years of staff supervision and administrative experience; or such alternative or additional qualifications as the Library Board of Trustees may find acceptable as listed in the job description. Essential attributes and skills include: vision, creativity, energy and enthusiasm; demonstrated success in effectively promoting library services to the community through partnerships; political acumen; working within a municipal budget and governance structure, collaborative and consensus-building skills; and a thorough knowledge of current trends and best practices' for library service. Proven success working effectively with a policy-making board is desirable. Compensation. A starting salary range of $81,596 - $94,195 with an attractive benefits package. Contact: For further information, contact Bradbury Associates/Gossage Sager Associates via email or call 816-531-2468. Email DanBradbury@gossagesager.com or JobethBradbury@gossagesager.com with a meaningful cover letter and your resume as Word or pdf attachments to start the application process. The position closes March 16, 2012. Job pays: $81-596-$94,195 with an attractive benefits package. Starts: Apply by: March 16, 2012 Position: Youth Services Librarian Description: The City of River Falls, Wisconsin (population 15,000, service area pop. 20,000), a rapidly growing university community located just east of the Minneapolis/St. Paul metro area, is accepting applications for the position of Youth Services Librarian. This position requires an ALA accredited MLS and experience in children's and young adult areas. Responsible for all aspects of children's and young adult programs and activities including storytimes, summer reading program, class visits, book discussions, children's reference and reader's advisory, collection development and cataloging, and some supervision of support staff. Candidates must have good background in children's literature. Must be energetic, creative, enthusiastic, and must have good organizational skills and strong communication and public relations skills for promotion of youth services and networking with community, schools, and other organizations. Scheduling includes one evening and rotating weekend shifts. Excellent salary and benefits package. Wisconsin residency required. Applications should include a letter of interest addressing qualifications, a résumé, and the names, address and telephone numbers of at least three professional references. For this position, a completed City application is also required (see links below). Send application form, résumé, and other materials to: City Administrator's Office, Attention: Kristi, 222 Lewis Street, River Falls, WI 54022 Or email application materials to: kmckahan@rfcity.org. For questions on applying, call 715-426-3403, or e-mail kmckahan@rfcity.org. Application deadline is February 8, 2012. Contact: For questions on applying, call 715-426-3403, or e-mail kmckahan@rfcity.org. Application deadline is February 8, 2012. Job pays: Starts: Apply by: February 8, 2012 Position: Manager Of Research Services Description: Directs the overall planning, management and operation of library and research services for both the Minneapolis and St. Paul offices, supporting the practice and business of a law firm with over 180 attorneys. Job Responsibilities:
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Contact: Ellen Drasin Job pays: Starts: As soon as possible Apply by: 02/20/2012 Position: Campus Librarian Description: Herzing University, Minneapolis campus is now accepting applications for full-time Campus Librarian position. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
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Contact: Interested candidates should send resume and cover letter via email to: Job pays: Full-time Salaried Position Starts: May 2012 Apply by: College of St. Benedict / St. John's University Description: The Joint Libraries for the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University invites applications for the full time position of Science Librarian. The Science Librarian, as part of a team of public services librarians, works directly with faculty and students to provide support for scholarship and creativity. This Librarian provides reference, information literacy, collection development, outreach, and liaison services to faculty, students, and staff in the Natural Sciences Division. In addition, the Science Librarian shares responsibility for delivering instructional programs for the First Year Seminar (FYS) program. This position provides general and specialized reference services in a variety of environments, including in-person, telephone, email, and online. Minimum Education: ALA-Accredited Master's Degree in Library Science Minimum Experience:
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Posting Date: 01-13-2012 Closing Date: Open Until Filled Visit https://employment.csbsju.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=137638 for the official posting. Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications are accepted online. You will be asked to complete an application form and attach a cover letter and resume. Letters of reference are optional. An official transcript will be required at hire. Affirmative Action Statement: Women and people of diverse racial, ethnic, cultural backgrounds and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers. Position: Volunteer Description: The Patricia D. Lundborg Cancer Library, located within the Cancer Care Center at Regions Hospital, is an excellent resource for those who want to learn more about a cancer diagnosis. Conveniently located near the State Capital in St. Paul, the library is open to anyone in the community and offers a cancer-related consumer health collection of over 1000 books and videos that may be checked out for three weeks. Online resources are also available. The library is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The library relies on volunteers to greet and assist library visitors as they search for health information. As a volunteer you will gain valuable library-related experience. Volunteer Requirements
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Contact: Marina Lantseva at (651) 254-2215 Job pays: Starts: ASAP Apply by: Position: Library Manager Description: Library Manager - Job ID #12270 Capella University is rapidly growing and we are looking for a Library Manager to lead our online library operations. This position provides strategic analysis and direction of library collections accessed by learners, provides documentation for accrediting bodies regarding library collections and services, and serves as a representative of the library to outside vendors and professional organizations. The qualified applicant will poses a Master of Library Science from an ALA accredited institution, 5+ years of professional leadership with administrative and staff management responsibilities in an academic library, in addition to the knowledge of information literacy initiatives. Travel may be required per business needs. Full Job Description and Application: http://www.capellaeducation.com/capella_careers/capella_careers_index.aspx Contact: http://www.capella.edu/careers Job pays: Starts: Apply by: Position: Children's Librarian Description: The Rochester (MN) Public Library is seeking an energetic leader who is passionate about children's programming, committed to excellent customer service, and who is technologically knowledgeable. The position requires a master's degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA accredited program and one year experience. City applications are required. The Rochester Public Library (www.rochesterpubliclibrary.org) is a very busy downtown library and bookmobile (approximately 600,000 visits per year, over 1.6 million items circulated, and the busiest bookmobile in the state of MN). Rochester, home to the Mayo Clinic, is a growing community (105,000) often named as a best place -- to live, to raise a family, and to retire. In 2010, Kiplinger named Rochester one of the Top Ten Cities for the Next Decade. Apply online at: www.rochestermn.gov EOE Contact: http://www.rochestermn.gov/departments/hr/jobs/index.asp Job pays: Starting salary is $47,216. Starts: April, 2012 Apply by: 2/24/2012 University of Minnesota Libraries
Originally established to provide resource sharing from the University to academic and state government libraries within the state, Minitex now encompasses contract services to public and school libraries as well as libraries in North and South Dakota. Its suite of services includes: discovery and resource sharing (one of the highest volume agencies in the U.S.), a regional courier delivery system, the Electronic Library of Minnesota (licensed content for Minnesota citizens), cooperative reference services, cooperative storage through the Minnesota Library Access Center, brokered digitization services through the Minnesota Digital Library, library staff development programs, and procurement services for myriad library products and services. A dynamic and responsive organization, Minitex repositions its resources to respond to emergent needs of libraries in the region. Minitex programmatic funding through appropriations and contracts in FY11 was $8.6 million, with another $13 million in procurement transactions. Minitex staff total 65, with an additional 13 FTE in student staff. Minitex is a division of the University Libraries (http://www.lib.umn.edu ). Its organizational relationship enables access to University infrastructure, library collections, and expertise, as well as collaborative program development and outreach services. Counsel on Minitex services is provided by the Minitex Policy Advisory Council, representing library sectors from across the state and the Dakotas. Funding sources include legislative appropriation, contracts, and LSTA funding through the Minnesota State Library Agency (Department of Education). A recent state constitutional amendment (sales tax) provides support for cultural heritage initiatives including plans for digital preservation infrastructure and digital library development. The University of Minnesota is a forward-looking, comprehensive, and diverse institution located in the center of the vibrant Twin Cities metropolitan area. The Twin Cities are known for their cultural amenities, such as the Guthrie Theater, Walker Art Center, the Ordway Center for Performing Arts, and for their extensive park and recreational systems. (http://www1.umn.edu/wishyouwerehere/) Responsibilities The Director:
Qualifications Required: ALA accredited Masters in Library/Information Science or equivalent combination of advanced degree and relevant experience. Minimum of five years experience in library or related organizational context with evidence of management responsibilities. Demonstrated organizational abilities and leadership. Demonstrated facility to work proactively and collaboratively across stakeholder communities. Demonstrated leadership in developing innovative technology-rich programs and services. Strong skills in written and oral communication, management, interpersonal relations, team-building and planning. Knowledge of interlibrary cooperation and networking. Preferred: Demonstrated success in developing public relations and communications programs to diverse stakeholder communities. Successful development and implementation of grants and contracts. Record of successful work with legislative bodies and government agencies. Experience in developing and sustaining relationships with business entities in the library, information, and technology marketplace. Experience leading an organization of comparable scope and complexity, including multi-type library organizations. Evidence of effective human and financial resource management strategies. Experience in statewide or regional cooperative programs. Record of professional contributions and leadership. SALARY AND BENEFITS: The University Libraries offer a competitive salary commensurate with skills and experience. Excellent benefits. This is a full-time, 12-month, administrative appointment. TO APPLY: Position is available immediately. Submit letter of application, resume, and names and contact information of three current professional references at: https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=100342 . Please identify the application with UL283. This position requires a successful background check. The University of Minnesota is an Equal Opportunity Educator and Employer. Journals Acquisitions/Reference Librarian Description: Minnesota State University, Mankato Memorial Library seeks a flexible, innovative, service-oriented individual to serve as Journals Acquisitions/Reference Librarian. This position serves as a member of the Technical Services Team and is responsible for the successful acquisition of print, non-print, and electronic journals for the Library's collections and serves as a resource person to resolve questions and problems regarding journals acquisitions. Responsibilities include: oversees journals acquisitions process; serves as a contact person with subscription agents and other journal vendors; licensing for e-journals; monitors and reports on account balances and expenditures using the ALEPH Acquisitions Module; and shares responsibility for development and implementation of ERMS. This position serves as a member of the Reference Services Team and provides all facets of traditional and electronic reference service in a busy library commons setting. Reference responsibilities will include some evening and weekend hours. All library faculty serve on teams as a subject liaison to one or more disciplines/programs, with responsibility for collection development and library instruction sessions; shares in providing introductory library instruction sessions; contributes to Library Services Department committees/activities; may participate in university governance through membership on committees and task forces. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: MLS (or related Master's Degree) from ALA-accredited program; Experience with Reference Services or Technical Services. For Library information, visit: http://www.lib.mnsu.edu/. Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: http://www.mnsu.edu/. APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Official vacancy notice and application information available at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mankato/default.cfm. Applications received by February 1, 2012 will receive priority. Review of applications will continue until on-campus interviews are scheduled. Contact: Contact Information: Search Committee - Journals Acquisitions/Reference Librarian, Phone: 507-389-5956, TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711, Rebecca.schwartzkopf@mnsu.edu. Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Minnesota State University, Mankato is an AA/EO university and is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. Job pays: Starts: Apply by: Position: Academic Librarian (Fixed-Term, Academic Year Appointment) Description: Academic Librarian, Memorial Library, Minnesota State University, Mankato (Fixed Term, Academic Year Appointment). Minnesota State University, Mankato Memorial Library seeks a flexible, innovative, service-oriented individual to serve as an Academic Librarian. This position serves as a member of the Reference Services Team and provides all facets of traditional and electronic reference service in a busy library commons setting. Reference responsibilities will include some evening and weekend hours. In collaboration with other library faculty this position may work on projects relating to: Evaluating and assessing the Library's collections to support the University; participating in the development of outreach and promotional materials. All library faculty serve on a collection development team for one or more disciplines/programs, with responsibility for collection development and library instruction sessions; shares in providing introductory library instruction sessions; and contributes to Library Services Department committees/activities. Additional duties may be assigned on the basis of need and candidate abilities. This is a full-time temporary faculty appointment. Required Qualifications: MLS (or related Master's Degree) from ALA-accredited program. Experience or coursework in Reference Services. For Library information, visit: http://www.lib.mnsu.edu/. Additional information on Minnesota State University, Mankato can be found at: http://www.mnsu.edu/. APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Official vacancy notice and application information available at: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/mankato/default.cfm. Applications received by February 1, 2012 will receive priority. Review of applications will continue until on-campus interviews are scheduled. Contact Information: Search Committee - Academic Librarian, Phone: 507-389-5956, TTY: 800-627-3529 or 711, rebecca.schwartzkopf@mnsu.edu. Minnesota State University, Mankato has a long-standing commitment to diversity and is actively seeking to nurture and enrich its underrepresented communities. Women, minorities and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Minnesota State University, Mankato is an AA/EO university and is a member of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system. Contact: Becky Schwartzkopf Job pays: Starts: Apply by: Position: Social Search Engine Evaluator Description: Leapforce is looking for highly educated individuals for an exciting work from home opportunity. Applicants must be self motivated and internet savvy. This is an opportunity to evaluate and improve search engine results for one of the world's largest internet search engine companies. Social Search Engine Evaluators will need to combine a passion for analysis with an understanding of various online research tools. Applicants must be detail oriented and have a broad range of interests. Ideal Social Search Engine Evaluators will possess the following skills:
Social Search Engine Evaluators provide feedback on search engine results by measuring the relevance and usefulness of web pages in correlation to predefined queries, by providing comparative analysis of sets of search engine results and various other techniques. All candidates are required to take and pass a two-part qualification exam before becoming a Social Search Engine Evaluator. Part 1 of the exam contains 24 theory based questions. Part 2 of the exam contains 150 simulated evaluation tasks. Supplied study materials can be used during both parts of the exam. Please Note: We are unable to offer more than one Social Search Engine Evaluator position per household. Contact: To apply, please visit: https://www.leapforceathome.com/qrp/public/job/24?sref=5f02def2a24ff053897e9d34de59387f Job pays: Hourly Pay Rate: $13.50/hr or 0.225/minute Starts: ASAP Apply by: visiting: https://www.leapforceathome.com/qrp/public/job/24?sref=5f02def2a24ff053897e9d34de59387f |
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