MN Job Posting: Library Tech Conference Planning Intern, Macalester College

This is a unique and rewarding internship opportunity for a student currently enrolled in a library degree or certification program. We are seeking a dedicated self-starter with good people, organizing and time management skills a strong interest in technology that will be responsible for assisting the Library Technology Conference Steering Committee in the planning of the 2012 Library Technology Conference. The Conference will be held March 14-15, 2012 on the campus of Macalester College in St. Paul, Minnesota. The Library Technology Conference is an annual conference (currently in its fifth year) which provides an opportunity for librarians to come together from around the region and the country to discuss the technologies that are affecting library services; to see examples of what libraries are doing with these technologies; and to allow participants to learn specific skills or knowledge that they can take back and adapt for use within their own library. Sessions offered include both traditional conference sessions as well as hands-on workshops and cover a wide range of topics requiring varying skill levels. The 2011 conference was attended by 465 academic, public, K-12, and special (legal, medical, corporate, museums, etc) library staff from 195 different library organizations in 26 states. The position will begin mid-September and continue until early April (total of 30 weeks) averaging 8-12 hours per week with up to 40 hours the week of the conference for a total of 300 hours.

Qualifications Skill Qualifications: ● Experience and demonstrated competency in using Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel) and the Adobe Creative Suite (inDesign, Photoshop) required; ● Experience with using social media tools, including Facebook and Twitter required; ● Some experience with organizing and creating print publications desired; ● Previous experience working with web pages and web design including html, css, etc. Personal Competencies: ● Strong interest in technology and its impact on libraries; ● Excellent written and oral communication skills; ● Strong organizational skills; ● Proactive, flexible, detail-oriented, and able to multi-task; ● Ability to meet deadlines; ● Ability to work independently with limited direct supervision

Responsibilities Duties and responsibilities will primarily include: ● Work with program planning staff to organize conference concurrent, poster and hands-on sessions; ● Assist with coordinating conference registration; ● Assist in producing conference program and other conference print publications; ● Help in managing and updating conference web site; ● Provide support for external conference publicity and communications using social media tools such as Facebook and Twitter; ● Help coordinate follow-up survey to gather feedback from conference participants; ● Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned.

The position will remain opened but only applicants received by 8/15/11 will be assured consideration. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US upon employment start date. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO A DIVERSE WORK FORCE

Apply Online: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA1/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MACALESTER&cws=1&rid=284

MN Job Posting: Temporary Library Associate, Macalester College

The Library Associate, Evening Supervisor is responsible for overall building operations, safety and security outside of regular business hours. The person in this position: • provides sole supervision of the library during evening shifts. • is most often the first point of contact for faculty and students on evenings—requiring an ever-increasing breadth of knowledge of library services and the campus at large. • assures building safety and security during times of low staff presence. • supervises and trains students in basic circulation practices and develops student managers based on assessed performance and leadership potential. • requires a highly refined interpersonal skill set as needed to evaluate facts and situations, and make sound judgments concerning people and policies. • must possess both the technical skills to troubleshoot customer problems, as well as public service skills to resolve problems in a manner understandable to customers. This is a part-time, temporary position with an anticipated end date of 5/20/2012. The hours include three afternoon/evenings per week (3:30-midnight) September through mid December and late January through May in accordance with the academic calendar.

Qualifications 1. Associate’s degree and 2 years previous library experience required. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Academic Library experience highly desired. 2. Experience with integrated library system software desired. Experience with online library catalogs and familiarity with OCLC WorldCat Resource Sharing and ILLiad preferred. 3. Able to perform detailed work with accuracy under minimal supervision. 4. Proficient with personal computer applications including e-mail and word processing. Familiar with spreadsheet applications. 5. Able to cope with constant technological change; must be capable of applying new technologies and innovations into existing operations. 6. Able to work cooperatively in a flexible, team-based work setting. 7. Commitment to excellent customer service. 8. Excellent oral and written communication and problem solving skills. 9. Commitment to continuous learning. 10. Excellent interpersonal skills and able to work with diverse populations.

Responsibilities 1. Provides sole staff supervision of public service operations during scheduled evening shifts, including circulation, reserves, interlibrary loan, computer lab, reference (in absence of reference staff), customer safety, and building and collection security. 2. Staffs approachable customer-oriented service points in the library, which are a first stop for customers needing help with library collections and services. Has extensive interaction with faculty relating to reserves and circulation questions. Resolves special case situations with faculty that often go beyond the norm of regular or routine situations and procedures. 3. Resolve problems with individual borrowers relating to lost/missing library materials by interpreting library policy and striving for an outcome resulting in overall improved understanding of community stewardship and responsibility for library property. 4. Supervises twenty to twenty-five student employees; trains them in public services policies and processes, including use of essential computer systems. 5. Ensures the proper and efficient handling of library materials including re-shelving and processing of returned materials. 6. Contributes to the development and accomplishment of overall library goals and objectives; provides support to other staff members.

The position will remain opened but only applicants received by 8/14/11 will be assured consideration. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US upon employment start date. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO A DIVERSE WORK FORCE

Apply Online: http://tbe.taleo.net/NA1/ats/careers/requisition.jsp?org=MACALESTER&cws=1&rid=279

MN Internship Posting: Outreach Services

Library Outreach Services Internship
Hennepin County Library

Outreach promotes the use of the library by the nontraditional or under-served user through the development and support of programs and services.

The Outreach Department's goal is to bring the experience of the library and its resources to the community - in their homes, senior living facilities, rehabilitation centers, the correctional facilities of the county and through events held at the library.

Commitment:
One semester, 4 to 8 hours per week, September 2011 to December 2011.

Wage:
This is an unpaid position which could be for college credit or work experience.

Location:
Main work location is at the Ridgedale Library, 12601 Ridgedale Dr., Minnetonka, with some work in Downtown Minneapolis at the Juvenile Detention Center, in Plymouth at the Adult Correctional Facility, and in Minnetonka at the County Home School.

Application Deadline:
August 19, 2011

Duties:
Duties may include the following:

· Provide direct information services working at the At Home phoneline

· Assist in classifying / organizing Adult Correctional Facility collection

· Assist in compiling and analyzing data for Adult Correctional Facility programs and

Deposit Collection booktalking program

· Assist in creating documents for use in Large Print book club kits, including writing

book discussion questions

· Assist with Read to Me, a family literacy program, at the Adult Correctional Facility

· Assist in the creation, implementation and evaluation of a reading interest survey

for use with the Deposit Collection sites, at the Adult Correctional Facility, and at

· Assist in weekly filling of information requests from Adult Correctional Facility the

County Home School

· Plan, develop, and implement a book discussion group at the Adult Correctional

Facility (women's) and District 287 (teens)

· Plan, develop, and implement a project of interest related to Outreach

Requirements:
Candidate must currently be enrolled in a library program or a recent library school graduate. Applicant must have completed coursework in reference / information services. Candidate has not completed an internship with Hennepin County Library in the past.

To Apply and For Questions:
Submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining your qualifications for this internship to:

Barb McKenzie
Hennepin County Library - Ridgedale
12601 Ridgedale Drive
Minnetonka, MN 55305
bamckenzie@hclib.org
(952) 847-8579

MN Job Posting: Archives Assistant, University of St. Catherine

View online at:

http://minerva.stkate.edu/hr_jobs.nsf/job_postings_view/15D907B0A6047AD8862578CE00677614

Job Description:
St. Catherine University is seeking a Temporary Archives Assistant to provide support for the University Archivist and Head of Special Collections from September through December 2011.

Responsibilities: Include processing incoming materials to the Archives and existing materials in the Ade Bethune Collection, assisting users with basic departmental questions, supervising student workers and maintaining access tools for collections.


Qualifications:
Required:
· Bachelor’s degree (liberal arts area preferred).
· Strong organizational, interpersonal and communication skills; attention to detail.
· Excellent computer skills.
· Flexibility and the ability to work independently and attend to multiple tasks simultaneously. Must be able to lift and move 40 lb. boxes.
· The incumbent must have the ability to respond respectfully and effectively to people of all cultures, in a manner that affirms the worth and preserves the dignity of individuals, families and communities.

Preferred:
· Coursework or experience working in an archives and/or special collections department. Knowledge of ArcaSearch and/or CONTENTdm software.
· Supervisory experience.

Send résumé & cover letter to:
To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to St. Catherine University, Human Resources, F-17, Req.#11AM40, 2004 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105. Or fax to (651) 690-6871, or e-mail to hr@stkate.edu Review of applications will begin August 5, 2011.

St. Catherine University
2004 Randolph Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105
EEO/Drug Free Workplace Employer
Tobacco-Free Campuses

Our university is a proud member of the Upper Midwest HERC and is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff and assisting dual career couples. For more information and to find other higher education jobs in the Upper Midwest region, visit: www.uppermidwestherc.org

MN Job Posting: Cataloging Technician, University of St. Thomas

Cataloging Technician – O’Shaughnessy Frey Library

The University of St. Thomas is accepting applications for a Cataloging Technician in the O'Shaughnessy-Frey Library.

Duties include: organizing information resources available to students and faculty through the university's libraries and other sources: identify the appropriate bibliographic record for each owned item and attaching our holdings to that record. All materials, regardless of format, received in any fiscal year are expected to be reflected in the online catalogs. Participating in maintaining and enhancing the bibliographic database containing over 2 million bibliographic records and 3 million items are critical parts of this position.

Qualifications: High school or equivalent required. A bachelor’s degree is preferred. Minimum of one year related library experience, preferably in cataloging in an academic institution.

We are looking for candidates with the ability to use word processing and spreadsheet software; working knowledge of library automated systems especially the cataloging module, III preferred; experience with OCLC; experience with mending and book conservation preferred; and previous supervisory experience.

The University of St. Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good. The successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this mission statement.

Please apply online at https://jobs.stthomas.edu.

(Posted 7/18/2011)

MN Job Posting: Library Assistant II, John Ireland Library

The University of St. Thomas is accepting applications for a Library Assistant II in the John Ireland Library.

Duties include: welcoming and providing assistance to patrons; opening and/or closing the building; supervising student employees, including assisting with the hiring and training of student staff; working with the public and assisting library users; implementing and interpreting library circulation policies; circulating and maintaining the library's collections, interlibrary loan, stack maintenance and reserve operations; and other duties as assigned.

See:

https://jobs.stthomas.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/position/JobDetails_css.jsp?postingId=161334

for more information.