Lakeshores Library System - Library Development Coordinator (Full-Time Position)
Due to a retirement, the Lakeshores Library System (LLS) is seeking an
innovative, dynamic, and personable individual to fill the position of Library
Development Coordinator. The Library Development Coordinator is responsible for
implementing program objectives in the areas of technology, cataloging,
continuing education, and other areas of consulting needed by the member
libraries of the System.
Successful candidates will possess an ALA Accredited Masters Degree in
Library and Information Science, strong technical services background, and an
interest/aptitude for library related technology.
LLS is headquartered in Waterford, Wisconsin and offers consulting and
support to 15 libraries in Racine and Walworth County.
Please submit application by February 5, 2010.
This position offers excellent benefits. Salary range is from $42,000 – 52,000
per year, depending on qualifications and experience. Benefits include
participation in the state retirement system, health insurance, paid vacation,
personal days, sick time, and more. For a complete job description, visit:
http://www.lakeshores.lib.wi.us
Submit resume, cover letter, and references via email to Kristen Hewitt,
Administrator, at
khewitt@lakeshores.lib.wi.us.
LLS is an EEO Employer.
Monroe Public Library -- Director
The
Monroe Public Library seeks an outgoing and dynamic director to lead and
manage library operations due to an upcoming June 2010 retirement. The applicant
must be able to enthusiastically promote the library's mission, excel at
building partnerships with all stakeholders, and effectively implement and apply
contemporary library technologies. As the county seat of
Green County, Monroe is located approximately 45 miles south of
Madison, WI and 45 miles northwest of
Rockford, IL. With a
population of over 10,000, Monroe is home to a diversified economic base with
exceptional medical facilities, supports education with a
strong school district and
technical college campus,
and provides many recreational and community opportunities while retaining the
advantages of small town living.
Director responsibilities:
General operation of the library
Management of a staff of 12 professionals and support staff along with
approximately 5 pages
Preparation and management of the annual budget (2009 was just under $1
million)
Leadership in responding to the needs of the community and strategic
planning
Maintaining effective
communications with various constituencies while representing the
interests of the library before government and community groups
Requirements:
Master Degree from an ALA accredited library program
Four plus years of progressively responsible
public library service
as a director, assistant director or head of a large department
Excellent written and verbal
communication skills
Demonstrable commitment to a high level of patron service
Ability to recruit, mentor and maintain talented staff
Ability to maintain a positive working relationship with the Library Board
and School District
Strong knowledge of technology germane to
public libraries.
Any experience with managing union staff and grant writing would be a
benefit
Starting salary of $55,000, which is negotiable depending on experience
and qualifications. Also included is a comprehensive benefits and retirement
package. Expected starting date is June 21, 2010.
To apply: please submit the following before
February 15, 2010
Letter of application
Detailed resume
One page statement detailing your
management style and
community relations philosophy
Three professional references
Please send to:
Anita Huffman, Board President
Monroe Public Library
925 16th Avenue
Monroe, WI 53566
Manitowoc (WI) Public Library
- Youth Services Department Head
Manitowoc (WI) Public Library, overlooking beautiful Lake Michigan, seeks a
dynamic children’s librarian to lead our
Youth Services staff to
provide even better service in the future. The successful candidate will
understand theories of infant, child and adolescent learning and development,
and put that understanding to work planning and implementing a wide-range of
programs (peferably including oral storytelling traditions), as well as building
upon an already outstanding collection. This person will supervise Youth
Services staff, administer the department budget, serve on the library’s
management team, and work with
community organizations that serve
children and families.
Flexible work hours will include some evening and weekend hours. Salary
range is $47K to $53K with an excellent benefit package. Masters in Library and
Information Studies from an ALA accredited institution with a concentration is
children’s literature and services is required. Experience as a supervisor is
preferred.
To see the complete job description, log on to www.manitowoc.lib.wi.usand click on the Library Jobs link on the home page.
Submit resume and application by February 15, 2010
to Cherilyn Stewart, Library Director,
cstewart@mcls.lib.wi.us, or call
920-901-3014 to meet at the ALA Midwinter Conference in
Boston.
University of Wisconsin Colleges Library Support Services - Academic
Librarian, Automation
This is an 83% academic staff position reporting to the Director of Library
Support Services (LSS).
Qualifications:
REQUIRED: Master of Library and Information Science degree from an ALAaccredited
institution, two years of professional-level experience in higher education
(automation preferred), and strong organizational, coordination, communication,
and customer service skills. Knowledge of Web page development, HTML, Microsoft
Office, and writing Access reports.
DESIRED: Experience providing automation support in a multi-library institution.
Knowledge of basic Unix, SQL, Javascript, Perl, cascading style sheets, and/or
XML would be helpful.
Position Summary:
The Automation Librarian will be responsible for the overall installation,
operation, and maintenance of all automated library systems and services for the
thirteen University of Wisconsin Colleges libraries, including Voyager, ILLiad,
SFX and Metalib, and will assist the Director of Library Support Services with
proxy server maintenance and on-campus access to over 100 licensed electronic
databases. The UW Colleges is the two-year institution of the University of
Wisconsin System, with campuses located throughout the state. Some travel will
be required. The position is headquartered in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin.
Responsibilities:
• Serve as System Administrator for the integrated library system (Ex Libris’
Voyager), interlibrary loan software (OCLC’s ILLiad), and meta-searching/linking
software (Ex Libris’ Metalib and SFX)
• Participate in the selection and installation of a University of Wisconsin
System resource discovery interface
• Maintain and troubleshoot a customized Web-based library catalog interface
• Open, maintain files on, and follow up with vendors on incident reports of
problems with the libraries’ automated systems
• Answer technical questions from library staff members about, and troubleshoot
problems with, the integrated library system, ILL and metasearching and OpenURL
linking software
• Work with the LSS Director and central UW Colleges/UW Extension Information
Technology staff to maintain proxy server (EZProxy) access to licensed
electronic library resources and services
• Run pre-packaged and customized Voyager Access reports; create new customized
reports as needed
• Train LSS and library staff members in the usage of automated library systems
and services
• Develop installation instructions for new versions of all automated library
systems
• Maintain effective communication with UW Colleges/UW Extension central IT
staff, campus-based IT staff, institutional automation partners, the UW System
OLIT Library Consultant, and other UW System library automation staff members
• Monitor the Council of UW Libraries (CUWL) wiki and UW System electronic
mailing lists related to library technologies
• Develop and maintain current awareness of new developments with the Colleges’
automated library systems, and in information technology and electronic
resources by monitoring print resources, electronic mailing lists, blogs, and
RSS feeds, and attending regional, state and national conferences
• Communicate appropriate technical information regarding automated library
systems to library staff members in understandable, non-technical terminology
• Serve as primary technical contact for all automated library systems and
services vendors
• Represent the UW Colleges on the Library Automation Managers group of UW
System
• Participate in UW Colleges governance bodies, the UW Colleges Library Council
and subcommittees, UW-Fond du Lac campus committees, UW System committees, and
statewide library organizations
Start Date: As soon as possible.
Salary: $42,797 minimum; 22 days vacation and an excellent benefits
package. Library Support Services: Library Support Services, located on the campus
of the University of Wisconsin – Fond du Lac, is the centralized acquisitions,
cataloging, and automated systems support unit for the thirteen UW Colleges
libraries. The city of Fond du Lac, with a population of over 42,000, is located
at the foot of Wisconsin’s largest inland
lake, Lake Winnebago, and approximately an hour from Milwaukee, Madison, and
Green Bay.
The Institution: The UW Colleges, with a total enrollment of over 9,100
FTE, are the thirteen two-year campuses of the University of Wisconsin System.
Located throughout the state, they provide freshman-sophomore, liberal arts,
transfer credit instruction. Applications: E-mail letter of application, resume, transcripts, and
contact information for three professional references to:
chase.janisch@uwc.edu
Questions regarding the application process may be directed to Pam Dollard at
608-890-1066. Questions regarding the position may be directed to Mary Rieder at
920-929-1307. Application Deadline: February 15, 2010.
Applications must be accompanied by a statement of whether the applicant
wishes to have the application held in confidence or made available to the
public upon request. A criminal background check will be conducted for the
finalist(s). The University of Wisconsin is an equal opportunity/affirmative
action employer.
University of Wisconsin -
La Crosse
Murphy Library - E-LEARNING LIBRARIAN
POSITION:
Seeking a dynamic, student-centered
librarian to work in a team-orientated
library environment. The E-Learning
Librarian supports student learning
across disciplines by working with UW-L
faculty/staff to facilitate the use of
curriculum-specific information
resources, provide access to
course-specific online materials in
course delivery systems and other online
environments, develop and deliver
electronic
learning objects that meet
specific faculty/staff and student
information literacy needs, and promote
use of curriculum-based information
resources. This librarian will also
participate in reference,
information literacy instruction,
collection development, collegial
governance, and
library committees as well as
campus and professional activities. The
library recognizes and values diversity
in its faculty, staff, and students. We
seek a colleague who shares the
library’s commitment to diversity and
who will be a dedicated librarian and
mentor for students with diverse
backgrounds, preparation, and career
goals.
REQUIRED
QUALIFICATIONS: ALA accredited MLS;
experience with web development
applications and
instructional technologies;
familiarity with the concepts, goals,
and methods of information literacy;
demonstrated understanding of current
research on teaching and learning in
higher education; demonstrated ability
to communicate and work effectively in
an academic setting; and demonstrated
skill using reference resources.
PREFERRED
QUALIFICATIONS: Professional
academic library experience.
ENVIRONMENT:
UW–La Crosse is known for its highly
ranked academic programs. La Crosse is
famous for its exceptional natural
beauty. The city (metropolitan
population 100,000) is located on the
east bank of the
Mississippi River below towering
bluffs. Abundant water and woodlands
provide year-round recreation sites for
skiing, hunting, camping, and other
outdoor activities. La Crosse is also
home to two other colleges, a
symphony orchestra, excellent
theatrical and cultural events, and
superb health care facilities.
SALARY AND
RANK: Competitive salary for
9-month tenure track position at the
rank of Assistant Professor. An
approximate 40% summer contract also is
available.
STARTING
DATE: August 30, 2010
APPLICATION
PROCEDURE: Electronic submission of
application materials is required. For
additional information about this
Faculty position and to apply, please
visit
https://employment.uwlax.edu.
First review begins
February 19, 2010;
this position is open until filled.
Founded in 1909,
UW-L is one of 11, four-year
institutions in the
University of Wisconsin System
with approximately 9,000 students. UW-L
offers a wide array of undergraduate
programs and a variety of graduate
programs in three colleges: Liberal
Studies (including the
Schools of Education and Arts &
Communication); Science and Health; and
Business Administration. The university
is consistently rated first among the UW
System comprehensives in terms of
first year student ACT scores,
class rankings and
retention rates.
We are an
inclusive learning community that values
the varying perspectives that come with
diverse faculty, staff and student
populations. We strongly encourage our
students to broaden their perspectives
through international experiences and
diversity-related courses and
programming, and support faculty and
staff in international teaching,
research, and service.
We are proud of
our diversity and believe students,
faculty, and staff all are enriched by
our exposure to differing ideas,
opinions and cultures. We strive to be
a leader in Wisconsin’s movement toward
increased diversity and inclusiveness.
For example, we routinely assess the
campus climate and have conducted an
equity study to explore how diverse
students, faculty, and staff experience
UW-L. We believe that employees from
diverse backgrounds are critical to
achieving excellence as a nationally
recognized institution of higher
education. We seek to recruit, develop,
and retain the most talented people from
a diverse candidate pool. We strongly
encourage applications from persons with
diverse backgrounds and experiences.
The
city of La Crosse combines the
scenic beauty of the Mississippi River
and towering bluffs with a diversified
economy and educated populace. Three
colleges, two world-class medical
institutions, the La Crosse Symphony
Orchestra, a restored nineteenth century
downtown business district, and a number
of galleries and
art centers have made La Crosse a
regional center for culture,
entertainment, medical care, shopping,
sports and
four season recreation.
UW-L is an AA/EEO
employer. If you have a special
need/accommodation to aid your
participation in our hiring process,
please contact the library department
chair to make appropriate arrangements.
Employment will
require a criminal background check. A
pending criminal charge or conviction
will not necessarily disqualify an
applicant. In compliance with the
Wisconsin Fair Employment Act,
UW-La Crosse does not discriminate on
the basis of arrest or conviction
record.
Galadriel
Chilton
Electronic Resources Librarian
Murphy Library
University of Wisconsin - La Crosse
1631 Pine Street
La Crosse, WI 54601
S/E Wisconsin
(Genoa City area) - LIBRARY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
The
Board of Trustees of the Community Library is
seeking an experienced administrator with the energy, vision, passion, integrity
and commitment to quality library service in southeast Wisconsin. The director
is responsible for strategic planning, budget preparation and administration,
program development and implementation, and personnel management and
development. A successful candidate will have excellent written and oral
communication skills and leadership ability, be innovative, and be able to work
productively with local officials from five funding municipalities as well as
with the Board, staff, and community groups. Financial and
personnel management expertise, knowledge of
library technology, and strong organizational skills are a necessity.
The Director must have a Master’s Degree in
Library Science, with 6 to 9 years of
progressively responsible professional experience in
public libraries. Salary is negotiable. Send letter, resume, and three
professional references to Irene Swan, Chairperson, Director’s Search Committee,
gmaswan@yahoo.com or by mail to:
39110 90th Place, Genoa City WI 53128-1228.
Deadline:
March 5, 2010. The library has a $1.2 million
budget, a full and part-time staff of 40+, and three locations. For more
information, visit our website at www.communitylib.org/.
The Community Library is an Equal Employment
Opportunity Employer.
http://www.wislisjobs.com/
A web site for library professionals seeking employment in the public,
private and the academic fields in the state of Wisconsin.
