MN Internship Posting: Music Library intern at The Current

Basic info:
This is an unpaid position. The Current Intern will assist the Assistant Producer with various on-air and online components of the radio station as well as organization and maintenance of the library.

- Responsible for library maintenance including ripping and filing CDs as well as database management.
- Assists producers with in-studio performances by writing leads, preparing Web content, and assisting with bands.
- Prepares and publishes the daily Song of the Day podcast.
- Assists with scheduling of promos and giveaways.
- Assist with fulfilling giveaways.
- Maintains The Current MySpace page.
- Board op for broadcasts as necessary.
- Copy-edit and proof-read the weekly Cross Currents e-newsletter.
- Sort mail on Mondays.
- Other duties as assigned

More info: http://americanpublicmedia.publicradio.org/careers/job_details.php?id=524

MI Job Posting: Library Cataloging Assistant

The Hekman Library of Calvin College and Calvin Theological Seminary in Grand Rapids, MI is looking for a full-time staff assistant to help the Cataloging Librarian in overseeing the day-to-day operations of the Cataloging Department. Major duties include copy cataloging, database maintenance, student supervision and training, processing materials for inclusion in the library's collections, inventory of the library's holdings and purchasing supplies for the department.

Applicants should be very detail-oriented with effective organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills, self-motivated and very comfortable with computer technology. All applicants should be prepared to work cooperatively and flexibly with a wide variety of staff in a rapidly changing environment.

Minimum qualifications are a Bachelor’s degree; one to three years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Desirable qualifications include experience in a cataloging or technical services department, knowledge of Library of Congress Subject Headings and the LC classification system, MARC, AACR2, and the OCLC bibliographic utility.
Proficiency in Microsoft's suite of products is desirable but experience with a variety of software packages will be beneficial. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds and push book carts weighing over 100 pounds.

Deadline to apply is September 30, 2009.

Application and additional information online at http://jobs.calvin.edu. Contact human resources (jobs@calvin.edu) with additional questions.

Francene Lewis
Cataloging Librarian
Grand Rapids, MI
flewis@calvin.edu

MN Job Posting: Acquisitions Technician

Library Technician position at Inver Hills Community College

Library Technician

Acquisition Technician

Inver Hills Community College is looking for an individual to provide technical assistance in the College’s Library.

Application Deadline: September 8, 2009

Appointment: Unlimited, Full-time.

Pay: $14.61 - $15.28 an hour, depending on qualifications.

Work Schedule: M, T, W, Th – 9:30 am - 6:00 pm

F – 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

Every other Wednesday from 12:30 pm to 9:00 pm and one Saturday a month from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm during the academic year with the following Monday off.

Responsibilities:

· Oversee library acquisitions;

· Maintain Aleph serial records;

· Perform general maintenance of the physical periodical and newspaper collection;

· Prepare orders for library subscriptions and back issues;

· Catalogue library materials (books, serials, audiovisual, etc);

· Assist library users in locating materials;

· Provide some supervision of student workers.

Minimum Qualifications:

· Working knowledge of library classification system(s) and standard library reference tools sufficient to assist clients in locating materials and conducting research.

Ability to:

· Apply and support detailed coding or cataloging systems sufficient to create tracking for new print and non-print library acquisitions and locate and replace existing materials.

· Operate personal computers, use various software and web-based applications, and other office equipment sufficient to locate catalog information, word-process documents, complete forms and prepare reports.

· Communicate effectively orally and in writing sufficient to determine and respond to the informational needs of clients of varied educational levels and backgrounds; to train, direct and evaluate work of student clerical staff; and to assist the professional library staff to maintain the library collection according to library policy and procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Working knowledge of MnPALS library catalog system, OCLC, and CatMe/Connection;

· Academic library experience.

Application requirements:

You are strongly encouraged to submit your resume through the online Resume Builder at https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/ResumeBuilder/ , the requisition # 09MNSC000367.

You may copy and paste in your existing resume or let the software create a resume for you. You may edit your resume later should your contact information or experience change. The Resume Builder also collects your work preference information so we can match your with future job openings that meet your interests.

Application forms will be provided in alternative format to people with disabilities upon request to Inver Hills' Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator at humanresources@inverhills.edu or (651) 450-8672; TTY (651) 450-8369.

If you have a disability and need a reasonable accommodation to participate in this selection process, please contact the Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator at HumanResources@inverhills.edu or (651) 450-8670; TTY (651) 450-8369.

Founded in 1970, Inver Hills is a comprehensive community college offering 20 degree options including the Associate in Arts (A.A.), a liberal education degree that leads to transfer to four-year colleges; the new Associate in Fine Art (A.F.A.) degree in studio arts; and the career-related Associate in Science (A.S.) and Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) degrees in leading occupational areas such as nursing, paralegal, computer networking, law enforcement, human services, business, emergency health care, and more.

Located 10 minutes from downtown St. Paul, scenic Inver Hills Community College serves over 5000 students each semester. Recognized for adult experiential learning, Learning Communities, and its Center of Excellence for Access and Opportunity, Inver Hills is an Academic Quality Improvement Program (AQIP) institution. We strive to reflect a diversity of perspectives and backgrounds among our administrators, faculty and staff.

Inver Hills is committed to quality improvement, Learning Communities, campus-wide assessment, innovative instruction, integrating technology in instruction, collaboration with Pre-K-12 for college readiness and access, and civic engagement.

We offer excellent benefits including health and dental insurance; paid annual and sick leave; defined benefit and defined contribution (401(a)) retirement plans; 457 and 403(b) retirement savings plans; and tuition waiver for employees and dependents.

Visit www.inverhills.edu and http://inverportfolio.project.mnscu.edu/ to learn more about Inver Hills.

Inver Hills Community College is an equal opportunity educator/employer. A member of the Minnesota State College and Universities System.

"Green Libraries" Online Conference

Conferences a-go-go...
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Subject: Green Online Conference - Early Bird Registration 9/9/09



Amigos Library Services, Inc. will present an online conference "Going
Green @ Your Library -Lean, Green, Clean Ideas" on Wednesday, October 7
from 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. central time. The online conference will
address a variety of "green" issues from LEED certification to
practical, low cost/no cost suggestions for library and IT operations.



Keynote speaker, Florence Mason, will kick off the conference with her
talk "Going Green" Successfully. She brings her many years of expertise
with libraries, government organizations, and corporations on library
building issues, library long range planning, library training, and
other issues related to the management of library and information
services.



Early bird registration ends on September 9! For more information, the
conference schedule and to sign up for the conference, visit
http://greenlibs.amigos.org/.



Christine Peterson
Continuing Education Librarian, Technology
Amigos Library Services, Inc.
14400 Midway Road
Dallas, TX 75244-3509
800-843-8482 x2891
972-991-6061 (fax)
www.amigos.org
peterson@amigos.org

2009 Women’s Leadership Institute

You may be wondering, why is this posted here on a blog for a two-year undergraduate library science program? Isn't this for big shots in libraries?

The truth of the matter is that in smaller institutions and in more remote areas, it may be the case that some of these mid-level administrator folks may be what we like to call, "non-MLS librarians." In other words, they may have some other library or other related background, but not have their MLS. And, someday, if you're a student or recent graduate of our program, that might be you. In fact, it may already be you!

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ACRL is partnering with seven higher education associations to offer the 2009 Women’s Leadership Institute, to be held from Dec. 6-9, 2009 in Amelia Island, Fla. The early-bird registration deadline for the institute if Sept. 18. Complete program details, cosponsors and a link to registration materials are available at http://www.acrl.org/ala/mgrps/divs/acrl/events/womensleadership.cfm.

The institute brings together mid-level administrators from across campus functions to share experiences, develop a better understanding of the campus as a workplace and culture, and create new networks and networking skills. This year's program will have a special focus on the economic challenges facing colleges and universities and what is being done to address them. Through presentations, small group exercises, and discussion, attendees will gain a practical understanding of what it takes to be a leader on a college or university campus.

The program is designed for directors of libraries and those who report directly to them in positions such as associate university librarian or assistant library dean. Institute content will also be useful to other campus administrators involved in senior-level decision making affecting the entire library operation and involving other important relationships on campus.

Registration fees include general and breakout sessions, program materials, two dinners, two lunches, brunch and two continental breakfasts. Institute participants will stay at the Ritz Carlton Amelia Island, where a discounted rate of $159 per night has been secured for the program.

Direct questions on the Women’s Leadership Institute to Margot Conahan at mconahan@ala.org or call (312) 280-2522.

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ACRL is a division of the American Library Association (ALA), representing nearly 13,000 academic and research librarians and interested individuals. ACRL is the only individual membership organization in North America that develops programs, products and services to meet the unique needs of academic and research librarians. Its initiatives enable the higher education community to understand the role that academic libraries play in the teaching, learning and research environments.

Job Posting: Library Technician in DC

VNS Group, Inc. has an opportunity for a full time Library Technician in
Washington, D.C. with experience in copy cataloging using OCLC Connexion,
AACR2, LC Classification and LCSH.

MLS students with a course work in cataloging are encouraged to apply.
Reading knowledge of at least one foreign language is preferred.

VNS Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please submit resume to jobs@vnsgroup.com.

Kind regards,
Vesselina Stoytcheva
President & CEO

VNS Group, Inc.
Celebrating our 7th Anniversary on July 2, 2009!

Information Management & Business Services
www.vnsgroup.com
Tel: 202-216-0031 (office); 240-441-7302 (mobile)
Fax: 202-216-0031

District of Columbia office
805 15th Street NW
Suite 100-14
Washington, D.C. 20005

Maryland office:
1019 Canterbury Lane,
La Plata, MD 20646