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Check here for postings on jobs & internships related to librarianship in Latin American, Latino, Caribbean, and/or Iberian Studies. If you would like to add a position to the SALALM Job Announcements page, contact Melissa Gasparotto <gasparom@rci.rutgers.edu>.
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July 11, 2011
The UCLA Library has initiated recruitment for the
position of Librarian for Latin American and Iberian Studies, in the
Collections, Research & Instructional Services Department, and
is actively seeking nominations and applications. The first
consideration date for this position is August 10, 2011.
For your convenience, the complete posting may be downloaded here
– it includes the position description, complete
qualifications and application procedures.
Anyone wishing to be considered for this position should apply to
Jenifer Abramson, Assistant Director of Academic Human Resources, UCLA
Library, Library Human Resources, 22478 Charles E. Young Research
Library, Box 951575, Los Angeles, CA, 90095-1575. Email
applications encouraged and can be sent to
jobs-hr@library.ucla.edu. Applications should include: a
cover letter describing qualifications and experience; a current
resume/vitae detailing education and relevant experience; and the names
and addresses for at least three professional references, including a
current or previous supervisor.
Candidates applying by August 10, 2011 will be given first
consideration. UCLA welcomes and encourages diversity and
seeks applications and nominations from women and minorities.
UCLA seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce as a reflection of
our commitment to serve the people of California, to maintain the
excellence of the university, and to offer our students richly varied
disciplines, perspectives, and ways of knowing and learning.
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June 28, 2011
Bibliographer for Latin American Studies and Iberian
Languages, Georgetown University
Georgetown University’s mission is that of a student-centered
research university. The Library, by providing preeminent collections
and services, plays a central role in the work of learning and research
at the university. Georgetown University Library seeks a Bibliographer
for Latin American Studies and Iberian Languages for an opportunity to
develop collections in a full spectrum of formats in coordination with
a wide range of constituencies. We seek an experienced and innovative
individual skilled at both building and assessing research collections
across a large, complex, and rapidly changing information landscape.
Reporting to the Head of Collection Development, this position serves
as the Library’s principal liaison to faculty, graduate and
undergraduate students whose work centers in Latin America whether they
are affiliated with the Center for Latin American Studies in the School
of Foreign Service or with another department such as Spanish and
Portuguese, Government, History, or Anthropology, and will secondarily
take liaison responsibility for Spanish and Portuguese and other
subjects as appropriate. Develops collections in line with the
pedagogical and research needs of the University, oversees the
materials budget, fosters effective working relationships with library
and academic colleagues and helps to manage collections. This
position also serves as the expert for all services related to sources
for Latin American studies and Iberian languages, and provides general
reference and information services in the social sciences, business,
and the humanities. Interprets and analyzes the information needs of
researchers in particular as they pertain to Latin America, including
those in the Special Collections Research Center. Teaches
library
research sessions in subject areas congruent with collection
responsibilities and creates research guides and other instructional
materials. Employs new technologies to enhance reference and
instruction services—e.g., social networking tools,
multimedia,
and learning management systems—in order to reach users in an
increasingly online environment.
Qualifications:
· A minimum of 3 years of
experience working
with Latin American collections in an academic or research library is
required; collection development experience is strongly
preferred.
· Master’s Degree in
Library Science
from an ALA-accredited institution, or similarly appropriate/equivalent
advanced degree or documented substantive experience is required
· A second Master’s
Degree in a field relevant to Latin American studies is required.
· Must possess knowledge of
the history,
politics, economics, literatures, and cultures of Latin America.
· Demonstrated experience in
research methodologies, instruction and public services.
· Must be fluent in
Spanish. A reading knowledge of Portuguese is
required.
· Demonstrated expertise in
use of
web-authoring applications, knowledge of current instructional and
multimedia technologies, and a high degree of computer literacy and
demonstrated interest in the application of information technologies in
the social sciences and humanities are required.
· Evidence of superior oral,
written, and interpersonal communication skills.
· Superior analytical and
problem-solving skills.
· Record of participation
and/or contribution in library professional organizations.
· Must have strong commitment
to service, and
the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment, with all
levels of patrons and staff.
Salary/Benefits/Rank: Salary commensurate with
experience.
Comprehensive benefits package including 21 days/year paid leave;
medical; TIAA/CREF; tuition assistance. This is a 12-month
Academic/Administrative Professional (AAP) appointment.
Apply online at www.library.georgetown.edu/employment.
Review of applications begins immediately and continues until filled.
Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action
Employer.
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June
9, 2011
INDIVIDUAL
CONSULTANT: IADB
Institutional Repository
(Felipe Herrera Library & Knowledge Management Division)
Background
The Inter-American
Development Bank (IDB) continues to strengthen its strategy for the
implementation of international standards and good practices for the
processing, storage and dissemination of Bank’s publications
to facilitate
access to quality and pertinent knowledge in a timely manner and
enhance the
visibility of the Bank’s Knowledge Products (KPs) among
relevant target groups
within the Bank and in LAC. One of the fundamental pieces of
this
strategy is the Bank Repository of Institutional Knowledge (BRIK),
coordinated
by the Knowledge Management Division and the Felipe Herrera Library of
the
Bank. Among the various aspects of the Repository Project is
the
implementation of a repository platform able to interact with current
Bank
tools and external knowledge sources which will consolidate access, and
provide
additional context and meaning to Bank knowledge products, in
coordination with
the development and implementation of a faceted controlled vocabulary
and the
adoption of a metadata schema compliant with international standards to
facilitate classification, retrieval, and exchange.
Objective of the
consultancy
Main Activities
- Maintain controlled vocabulary files (faceted,
poly-hierarchical) as needed both in hosting software (source) and
within systems leveraging the source files.
- Assist in the design, development, and monitoring
of a Vocabulary Portal, researching Bank’s subject vocabulary
and updating thesaurus according to current events of issues in Latin
American development.
- Continuously seek for advice and feedback in
understanding Bank’s use of subject terms by specialists in
project and sectorial teams.
- Identify and upload documents into the
Bank’s Institutional Repository (BRIK).
- Review and edit metadata of documents in BRIK as
assigned, adhering to cataloguing standards and policies.
- Serve as a support contact for questions related to
BRIK and the controlled vocabulary, including troubleshooting and
performing hands-on training for Bank personnel.
- Work in close coordination with BRIK Repository and
Vocabulary Portal teams.
- Other activities as assigned, in support of the
Repository project team.
Deliverables
- Consistent provision of timely, high-quality
service and products.
- Updated Vocabulary file.
- Final report including achievements and lessons
learned upon completion of contract.
- Other deliverables as required.
Contractual
Characteristics
Type of consultancy: Research
Fellow
Contract Duration:
1 year with the
possibility of renewal for 1 year more
Post of Duty: Bank Headquarters -
1300 New York Ave. NW, Washington D.C.
Responsible Office
and Org.
Unit: Reports to BRIK
Project
Manager and the Felipe Herrera Library chief in Knowledge and Learning
(KNL).
Requirements
Academic Degree
- Preferably, the Research Fellow should have, or
currently be pursuing, a master’s degree in one of these
areas: Library Sciences, Information Sciences, Knowledge
Management, Latin American Studies, or a related discipline.
- Graduate students and recent graduates
encouraged to apply.
Experience
- Experience with taxonomy/ vocabulary development.
- Knowledge of metadata schemas highly desired.
- Highly proficient in conducting internet research
and utilizing current web technology, etc.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
(Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, etc).
- Web-programming / website design experience a plus.
Languages
- Proficient in both Spanish and English, written and
spoken.
- Portuguese and/ or French a plus.
Skills
- Research Fellow should be able to multi-task and be
highly organized.
- Ability to act independently, creatively, and under
own initiative.
- Should have a clear understanding of development
issues in Latin America.
Application:
- Please send a cover letter and your
CV to Kyle Strand (kyles@iadb.org) to apply to this position.
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Curator, Latin American Collection, Sterling Memorial
Library, Yale University, New Haven, CT
Rank: Librarian I-III
www.yale.edu/jobs
Schedule: Full-time (37.5 hours per week); Standard Work Week
(8:30-5:00); occasional evening and weekend hours
Yale University offers exciting opportunities for achievement and
growth in New Haven, Connecticut. Conveniently located
between
Boston and New York, New Haven is the creative capital of Connecticut
with cultural resources that include two major art museums, a
critically-acclaimed repertory theater, state-of-the-art concert hall,
and world-renowned schools of Architecture, Art, Drama, and Music.
THE UNIVERSITY AND THE LIBRARY
The Yale University Library, as one of the world's leading research
libraries, collects, organizes, preserves, and provides access to and
services for a rich and unique record of human thought and creativity.
It fosters intellectual growth and is a highly valued partner in the
teaching and research missions of Yale University and scholarly
communities worldwide. A distinctive strength is its rich spectrum of
resources, including more than 12.5 million volumes and information in
all media, ranging from ancient papyri to early printed books to
electronic databases. The Library is engaged in numerous digital
initiatives designed to provide access to a full array of scholarly
information. Housed in the Sterling Memorial Library and twenty school
and departmental libraries, it employs a dynamic, diverse, and
innovative staff of over 500 who have the opportunity to work with the
highest caliber of faculty and students, participate on committees, and
are involved in other areas of staff development. For
additional
information on the Yale University Library, please visit the Library's
web site at http://www.library.yale.edu/.
THE LATIN AMERICAN COLLECTION
The Latin American Collection at Yale is responsible for the
development of a strong research collection of materials from Latin
America that meets the information needs of faculty, students and other
scholars in the Yale community. The Collection selects and
acquires materials published in Mexico, Central and South America, and
the Caribbean. It is considered to be one of the foremost
collections in the United States, containing a wealth of research
material and offering a variety of research opportunities for Latin
American studies. The collection comprises over 530,000
printed
volumes, including monographs, serials, newspapers, and government
documents. It has subscriptions to over 3,500 Latin American
periodicals and monographic series. Most of these works are
in
the principal languages of the region, Spanish and Portuguese, but also
included are many publications in French, English, Dutch, Creole, and
Latin American indigenous languages. In addition to printed
matter, there is a rich collection of manuscript material, a microfilm
collection of over 15,000 reels, as well as such non-book materials as
photographs, documentary film, sound recordings, and sheet
maps.
The collection is mainly housed in Sterling Memorial Library, but there
are sizeable Latin American holdings in the Economic Growth Center
Collection, and the Beinecke, Divinity, Social Science, Art, Music, and
Law libraries. As one of the oldest collections among the major Latin
American collections in the United States, it forms the core of the
national resource for the study of Latin Americana.
Yale offers Master’s and Ph.D. degrees in disciplines related
to
Latin America , and it continues to attract highly qualified graduate
students from the U.S., Europe, Asia, and Latin America.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Based in Sterling Memorial Library and reporting to the Associate
University Librarian (AUL) for Collections and International Programs,
the Curator is responsible for the department called the Latin American
Collection, encompassing activities from selection to acquisition to
copy cataloging to preservation and collection management across
various formats and media. Provides strong support to Yale students and
faculty for their teaching, learning, and research. Manages three (3)
full-time equivalents (FTEs), plus students, and a substantial
acquisitions budget. Works in close cooperation with key departments
across the Library, including other area curators, Cataloging and
Metadata Services, Preservation, International Digital Projects, and
staff in other departmental libraries. Relationships with and services
to Yale's students and faculty, as well as outreach and participation
in activities beyond the Yale community, including publishers, vendors,
and professional groups are key components for success in the position.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsible for the development, management, and interpretation of the
Latin American Collection. Selects materials for the
Collection;
develops, manages, and promotes library collections and services across
all library formats (books, journals, databases, audio, video, etc.) in
the languages of the region, mainly Spanish, Portuguese, English and
French. Evaluates content and condition of collections,
deciding
what to add, preserve, replace, and withdraw. Establishes and
maintains good relationships with dealers, content providers, exchange
partners, libraries, and other institutions connected with Latin
American studies.
Participates in and contributes specialist knowledge to Yale University
Library's and Yale University's digital library projects for Latin
America.
Manages a staff of three (3) full-time equivalents (FTEs) plus
students, and a budget of over $300,000 for acquisitions.
Collaborates with other departments in preservation of and access to
Latin American research materials. Communicates
with and
assists faculty and students in meeting their teaching, learning, and
research needs. Provides in-depth reference research, instruction, and
consultations. Develops and maintains the Latin American web
page, subject guides, and finding aids. Works closely with
and
serves as a member of the Council on Latin American and Iberian
Studies. Advocates for, publicizes, and exhibits the
Library's
Latin American activities locally and nationally.
Participates in
scholarly meetings and conferences related to Latin America; keeps
active in Latin American-related scholarly activities at the local
regional national and international level.
Keeps the Associate University Librarian (AUL) informed of important
changes in programs affecting collections and services. Works
with the AUL and Library Development to identify and develop funding
opportunities. Participates in library planning committees
and
task forces and engages in campus, regional, and national professional
organizations and collaborative activities. Expected to be
professionally active and represents the Library and the University in
the academic, scholarly, and professional
community. May be
required to assist in disaster recovery efforts. May be
assigned
to work at West Campus location in West Haven, CT.
QUALFICATIONS
Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited program for library
and
information science and a graduate degree in a field relevant to Latin
American studies -OR- a graduate degree in a field relevant to Latin
American studies and an equivalent combination of relevant library
experience. Appointment to the rank of Librarian II requires a minimum
of two years of professional experience and demonstrated professional
accomplishments appropriate to the rank. Appointment to the Librarian
III rank requires at least five years of professional experience and
demonstrated professional accomplishments appropriate to the
rank. Experience with teaching in a library or academic
setting. Experience with the creation and use of digitized
content for research and teaching. Experience in creating
content
for Web pages.
Fluency/proficiency in Spanish and ability to work in at least one
other Western European language, preferably Portuguese, as well as
excellent communication skills in English. Familiarity with
the
history of, and current trends in, scholarly research related to Latin
American studies. Familiarity with the major bibliographic
tools
used for Latin American studies and a knowledge of the current book
trade in Latin America. Demonstrated ability to succeed in a
collaborative, team-based environment. Demonstrated ability to work
collegially and cooperatively within and across
organizations.
Demonstrated initiative and proactive engagement. Knowledge
of
trends in networked access to information, social networking, citation
management, course management systems, digitization, and other
technologies used by readers and libraries to facilitate information
access and management. Familiarity with the use of archives
and
practices for archival description.
Preferred: Ability to plan, manage, and coordinate complex projects;
demonstrated record of devising and bringing projects to a conclusion
in a timely fashion.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
We invite you to discover the excitement, diversity, rewards and
excellence of a career at Yale University. One of the country's great
workplaces, Yale University offers exciting opportunities for
meaningful accomplishment and true growth. Our benefits package is
among the best anywhere, with extensive recreational facilities, and
much more.
Applications consisting of a cover letter, resume, and the names and
contact information of three (3) professional references should be sent
by creating an account and applying online at http://www.yale.edu/jobs
for immediate consideration - the STARS req ID for this position is
12885BR. Please be sure to reference #12885BR in your cover
letter.
BACKGROUND CHECK REQUIREMENTS
All external candidates for employment will be subject to
pre-employment background screening for this position, which may
include motor vehicle and credit checks based on the position
description and job requirements. Internal candidates may be subject to
a motor vehicle or credit check for this position based on the position
description and job requirements. All offers are contingent on
successful completion of the required background check. Please visit
http://www.yale.edu/hronline/careers/screening/faqs.html for additional
information on the background check requirements and process.
Yale University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity
employer. Yale values diversity in its faculty, staff, and
students and strongly encourages applications from women and members of
underrepresented minority groups.
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Curator of Special Collections. The Latin American
Library, Howard-Tilton Memorial Library,
Tulane University
Howard-Tilton Memorial Library invites applications for the position of
Curator of Special Collections at The Latin American Library (LAL). The
library seeks to build its professional staff by recruiting talented,
energetic librarians interested in shaping the future of Tulane
University and New Orleans. The LAL Curator of Special Collections will
combine a strong service orientation with collection development,
outreach, and reference to ensure that the Latin American Library
builds upon the high level of collections and user services for which
it is renowned.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Curator of Special Collections at the Latin American Library is a
service-oriented professional with a strong background in the
languages, socioeconomic conditions, history and cultures of Latin
America and the Caribbean. The curator has primary
responsibility
for the organization, cataloging, preservation and access to the LAL
rare books, manuscripts, visual and ephemeral materials, in
consultation with the Director. S/he coordinates LAL digitization
projects in collaboration with the LAL Director and web
staff.
The curator shares with LAL bibliographers collection development and
reference duties for all LAL collections, and participates in long-term
planning for preservation and access of the collections. S/he also
serves on library committees and actively participates in national and
international professional and scholarly associations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited
institution or its equivalent and a degree in a relevant subject area,
or advanced degree in a relevant subject area and professional
experience in an academic library or archive; excellent command of
Spanish and/or Portuguese, spoken and written; knowledge of the
history, politics, economics, literatures and cultures of Latin
America; familiarity with archival procedures and practices; excellent
interpersonal and communications skills, and a proven record of working
well in a team and with the public.
Salary/Benefits: Rank and salary commensurate with
experience,
minimum Librarian I; benefits including a choice of health plans,
immediate tuition waiver for self, and undergraduate tuition waiver for
dependents.
Environment
Tulane University is an AAU/Carnegie Research Institution and ranked by
U.S. News and World Report among the top fifty national universities in
the United States. The university is located in beautiful uptown New
Orleans where it borders the St. Charles Avenue streetcar line and
Audubon Park. Howard-Tilton Memorial Library is the
university’s
main library with an ARL research collection of more than four million
titles. Founded in 1924, Tulane’s Latin American
Library is
one of the foremost collections of Latin American research materials in
the world and one of only three stand-alone Latin American research
collections in United States universities. The Library houses
more than 460,000 volumes, including over 500 current periodical
subscriptions, a growing number of electronic resources, and an
impressive collection of over 14,000 rare printed materials, over 4,000
linear feet of manuscripts, including 18 post-contact Mesoamerican
painted manuscripts, 2,000 rubbings of Maya relief sculpture, an
archive with over 54,000 images, maps and other special
collections. While the Library continues to emphasize its
traditional strengths in Mesoamerican history, anthropology and
archaeology, it has major holdings relevant to all other social science
and humanities disciplines and the entire region, particularly the
circum-Caribbean. Throughout the academic year the LAL has a
lively schedule of exhibits, invited speakers and other special events
that highlight the library's collections. For more on the
Library’s collections, services and programs visit http://lal.tulane.edu/
To Apply
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a
suitable candidate is selected. To ensure full consideration,
applicants must supply a letter of application, resumé, and
names with full contact information of at least three professional
references via email to Andrea Bacino (abacino@tulane.edu) or mail to
Tulane University
Howard-Tilton Memorial Library
Attn: Andrea Bacino
7001 Freret St. 2nd floor
New Orleans LA 70118
Tulane University is an AA/EO Employer. Women and minorities are
encouraged to apply.
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Research and Instruction Librarian. The Latin American
Library, Howard-Tilton Memorial Library, Tulane University
Howard-Tilton Memorial Library invites applications for the position of
Research and Instruction Librarian at The Latin American Library (LAL).
The library seeks to build its professional staff by recruiting
talented, energetic librarians interested in shaping the future of
Tulane University and New Orleans. The LAL Research and Instruction
Librarian will combine a strong service orientation with an interest in
collection development, outreach, and reference to ensure that the
Latin American Library maintains and builds upon the high level of
collections and user services for which it is renowned.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Latin American Research and Instruction Librarian develops
reference services and instructional programs for the Latin American
Library in consultation with the Director. S/he combines
research
expertise, information fluency, instruction and outreach with
collection development in Latin American Studies. With LAL
bibliographers, s/he serves as liaison to relevant campus faculty,
departments and programs, seeking ways to engage students and faculty
with library collections, and coordinates activities with other library
instruction programs on campus. The LAL Research and
Instruction
Librarian also shares collection development duties including
management of the book budget for Latin American Studies.
S/he
serves on library committees and actively participates in national and
international professional and scholarly associations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Required: ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS/MA or its equivalent and a
degree in a relevant subject area; or advanced degree in a relevant
subject area and professional experience in an academic library;
excellent command of Spanish and/or Portuguese, spoken and written;
knowledge of the history, politics, economics, literatures and cultures
of Latin America; familiarity with electronic resources and reference
tools for Latin American and Iberian Studies; excellent interpersonal
and communications skills and a proven record of working well in a team
and with the public.
Salary/Benefits: Rank and salary commensurate with
experience,
minimum Librarian I; benefits including a choice of health plans,
tuition waiver for self, and undergraduate tuition waiver for
dependents.
Environment
Tulane University is an AAU/Carnegie Research Institution and ranked by
U.S. News and World Report among the top fifty national universities in
the United States. The university is located in beautiful uptown New
Orleans where it borders the St. Charles Avenue streetcar line and
Audubon Park. Howard-Tilton Memorial Library is the
university’s
main library with an ARL research collection of more than four million
titles. Founded in 1924, Tulane’s Latin American
Library is
one of the foremost collections of Latin American research materials in
the world and one of only three stand-alone Latin American research
collections in United States universities. The Library houses
more than 460,000 volumes, including over 500 current periodical
subscriptions, a growing number of electronic resources, and an
impressive collection of over 14,000 rare printed materials, over 4,000
linear feet of manuscripts, including 18 post-contact Mesoamerican
painted manuscripts, 2,000 rubbings of Maya relief sculpture, an
archive with over 54,000 images, maps and other special
collections. While the Library continues to emphasize its
traditional strengths in Mesoamerican history, anthropology and
archaeology, it has major holdings relevant to all other social science
and humanities disciplines and the entire region, particularly the
circum-Caribbean. Throughout the academic year the LAL has a
lively schedule of exhibits, invited speakers and other special events
that highlight the library's collections. For more on the
Library’s collections, services and programs visit http://lal.tulane.edu/
To Apply
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until a
suitable candidate is selected. To ensure full consideration,
applicants must supply a letter of application, resumé, and
names with full contact information of at least three professional
references via email to Andrea Bacino (abacino@tulane.edu) or mail to
Tulane University
Howard-Tilton Memorial Library
Attn: Andrea Bacino
7001 Freret St. 2nd floor
New Orleans LA 70118
Tulane University is an AA/EO Employer. Women and minorities are
encouraged to apply.
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International and Area Studies Librarian and Head, International and Area Studies Library and Professor of Library Administration. University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Library
Position Available: Position is open until filled. This is a full-time, twelve-month, tenure-system faculty appointment. Rank at the level of Associate or Full Professor of Library Administration with tenure, depending on the qualifications of the candidate selected. The librarian appointment is permanent, but all current unit head appointments in the University Library are five-year, renewable terms. The successful candidate must meet requirements for tenure at the University of Illinois, which includes expectations for librarianship, research and service.
Duties and Responsibilities: Reporting to the
University Librarian, the Head of the International and Area Studies
(IAS) Library will provide leadership for, and supervision, of library
services to students, faculty, and other scholars using resources in
international and areas studies. This is an opportunity to lead reshaping
international and area studies services to users in a major university
research library which is involved in rethinking library services
through a “new service model” process (www.library.illinois.edu/nsm/
The successful candidate will:
·Provide leadership for the successful integration of personnel and core activities supporting collections and public services into the new International and Area Studies (IAS) Library;
·Oversee operations and establish priorities for core services in the IAS Library, including reference service, collection development and management, liaison, outreach, instruction, and support for digital scholarship;
·Collaborate collegially and cooperatively with other personnel in the IAS Library, other unit heads, the AUL for Services, and the AUL for Collections;
·Communicate with campus constituent groups such as International and Area Studies Centers, and user communities;
·Evaluate/coach/mentor personnel;
·Direct the selection, training, evaluation, and deployment of support staff members and graduate assistants/hourly staff in IAS Library;
·Prepare regular and on-demand reports for the IAS Library, including but not limited to strategic plans, annual goals, annual reports, and budget proposals and requests;
·Provide collection development, reference service, and bibliographic instruction for general international areas. Depending upon departmental needs and qualifications of the successful candidate, duties may also include regional area specialization responsibilities;
·Coordinate IAS web site management, digital projects, development and management of additional collections, specific library programs and operations, and participate in other projects and activities;
·Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Required: Experience leading and
managing in an academic or research environment , particularly in area
studies, social sciences, or humanities; Advanced degree
in relevant discipline ;
Experience providing information and research services and instruction
in an academic or research environment; Knowledge of current and
emerging trends in academic library services and resources; Evidence of
research, publication, and service to meet university standards for
tenure Preferred:
Progressively
responsible professional experience in academic or research library
setting, with a commitment to user-centered services; ALA-accredited
Master’s degree or equivalent; Experience working with
international or area studies programs and services; Demonstrated
knowledge of relevant trends in digital libraries, the social aspects
of information, and scholarly communications; Experience in building
and sustaining library collections in all formats; Knowledge of one or
more non-English languages; Commitment to mentoring and training ;
Evidence of strong team-leadership skills; Demonstrated excellent
communications skills; Ability to work cooperatively and effectively
with all elements of an academically and culturally diverse community;
Flexibility and ability to thrive in a complex, changing environment
with competing demands.
Salary and Rank: Salary
commensurate with
credentials and experience, and will include an administrative
component for the five-year renewable appointment as unit head.
Rank at the level of Associate or Full Professor of Library
Administration with tenure, depending on the qualifications of the
candidate selected. Librarians have faculty rank, and must
demonstrate excellence in librarianship, research, publication, and
university/professional/
To Apply: Please complete your candidate profile at https://jobs.illinois.edu/ Upload letter of application and complete resume, including names, addresses, telephone numbers, and e-mail addresses of three (3) references to: Cindy Kelly, Head, Library Human Resources, University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, 1408 W. Gregory Drive, Urbana, IL 61801. All requested information must be submitted for your application to be considered. For questions, please call: 217-333-8169.
Deadline: Position is open until filled. Applicant submissions will be reviewed beginning 12/14/2010. In order to ensure full consideration, applications and nominations must be received by 12/14/10.
THE UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
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Special
Collections Cataloger
The University of Miami Libraries seeks a Special Collections
Cataloger to provide original and complex copy cataloging,
retrospective conversion, and authority work for materials in the
library’s Special Collections Division and the Cuban Heritage
Collection, and to coordinate the special collections cataloging
activity of staff within Cataloging &Metadata Services following
prescribed national & local standards.
UNIVERSITY: The University of Miami is one of the nation’s
leading
research universities in a community of extraordinary diversity and
international vitality. The University is privately supported,
non-sectarian institution, located in Coral Gables, Florida, on a
260-acre subtropical campus. The University comprises 11 degree
granting schools and colleges, including Architecture, Arts and
Sciences, Business Administration, Communication, Education,
Engineering, Law, Medicine, Music, Nursing, and Marine and Atmospheric
Science (www.miami.edu).
THE LIBRARY: The University of Miami Libraries (www.library.miami.edu)
rank among the top 50 research libraries in North America with a
collection of over 3.3 million volumes and 76,869 current serials
titles, including 72,942 electronic journals. The Otto G. Richter
Library lies in the center of the Coral Gables campus and serves as
the central library for the University. Other University of Miami
libraries include the Paul Buisson Architecture Library, the Judi
Prokop Newman Business Information Resource Center, the Marta &
Austin
Weeks Music Library, and the Marine and Atmospheric Science Library.
The University also has independent medical and law libraries. The
Libraries provide support and services for approximately 10,370
undergraduates, 5,259 graduate students, and 13,058 full and part time
faculty and staff. Excluding the independent libraries, the
University Libraries employ 56 professional and 90 support staff and
are a member of ARL, ASERL, CLIR, NERL, RLG, and Lyrasis.
POSITION: Under the direction of the Head of Cataloging
& Metadata
Services, the Special Collections Cataloger has primary responsibility
for providing original and complex copy cataloging, retrospective
conversion, and authority work for materials in the library’s
Special
Collections Division and the Cuban Heritage Collection, and
coordinates special collections cataloging activity of staff within
Cataloging & Metadata Services following prescribed national
& local
standards. ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
include the
following. Other duties may be assigned.
Performance:
•Provides original and complex copy cataloging of materials in
the
Special Collections Division and the Cuban Heritage Collections,
including rare books, artists’ books, serials, and audiovisual
materials in multiple languages, formats, and time periods, according
to national & local standards for rare book description.
•Provides training and guidance to cataloging staff performing
special collections cataloging and retrospective conversion; May
supervise special collections cataloging project teams and/or student
assistants.
•Works with the Head of CMS and collection curators to
establish
cataloging priorities for special collections material, and to set
priorities for processing collections in the backlog, including
determining appropriate levels of treatment for groups of materials.
•Serves as liaison between CMS, Special Collections, and the
Cuban
Heritage Collection for problem solving, changes in policies and
procedures and other cataloging and metadata issues; Participates in
the Cataloging Policy Board.
•Actively participates in the development and implementation of
metadata standards in the Libraries as they apply to the processing,
description, and cataloging of manuscripts and special collections
materials; Serves on the Metadata Working Group.
•Reviews EAD-encoded finding aids prepared by special
collections
staff as needed for the purpose of assigning name, subject,
form/genre, and title headings, and may assign headings to finding
aids and related catalog records.
•Maintains awareness of special collections and
general cataloging
issues and standards, metadata standards, and librarianship;
Service
•Serves on/participates in Libraries and University
organizations,
committees, task forces, and teams as appropriate.
•Networks, collaborates and actively participates in local,
regional,
national, or international organizations regarding issues in special
collections cataloging and metadata creation
QUALIFICATIONS: Required:
•Master’s degree from an ALA accredited library
science program or
foreign equivalent;
•Two years professional cataloging experience, including
archival
and/or special collections materials;
•Knowledge of DCRM(B), AACR2, LCSH, LC
Classification, and MARC21;
•Familiarity with DACS, EAD, and Dublin Core;
•Bibliographic knowledge of Spanish;
•Experience working with integrated library systems (Innovative
Interfaces preferred);
•Demonstrated project management, organizational, analytical,
and
problem solving skills;
•Ability to work independently, collaboratively, and in teams
within
the Library and University;
•Demonstrated effective oral, written, and interpersonal
communication skills;
•Demonstrated commitment to user-centered library service and
the
ability to work flexibly and creatively in a changing and fast-paced
environment with a culturally diverse population;
•Evidence of continued professional development, involvement,
and contribution
Desired:
•Fluency in Spanish ; Bibliographic knowledge of additional
Western
European language(s)
SALARY AND BENEFITS: Compensation will be competitive and commensurate
with experience and qualifications. This is a non-tenure track faculty
appointment at the Librarian Assistant/ Associate Professor
rank. The
position offers a comprehensive benefits package including: TIAA-CREF;
medical and dental insurance; life, disability, and long-term care
insurance available; tuition remission; 13 paid holidays; and 22 days
annual vacation. Additional employment benefits available include
credit union; Employee Assistance Program; bookstore, and sporting
event discounts; optional fee-based membership in a state-of-the-art
wellness center, and no state or local income taxes. More information
on benefits can be found at:
http://www.miami.edu/benefits/
APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS: Review of applications will begin
immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications
and nominations will be accepted until a suitable candidate is
selected. Applications should be submitted electronically and must
include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and the names of three
references. The references will not be contacted before the
appropriate time. Send nominations and applications to:
Marylen Exposito, Human Resources Manager
Otto G. Richter Library
University of Miami
P.O. Box 248214
Coral Gables, FL 33124-0320
e-mail: richter.recruiting@miami.edu
The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action
Employer. The University has a strong commitment to diversity and
encourages applications from candidates of diverse cultural
backgrounds.
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Caribbean Basin
Librarian
(Complete announcement online at http://web.uflib.ufl.edu/pers/
Assistant University Librarian
The George A. Smathers Libraries at the University of Florida is
seeking an experienced, skilled, and dedicated individual to serve as
the Caribbean Basin Librarian.
The Department of Special and Area Studies Collections at the
University of Florida’s George A. Smathers Libraries seeks a
creative
and service-oriented individual to develop and manage library
collections and activities related to the Caribbean Basin region
(including, but not limited to, Cuba, Haiti, Dominican Republic,
Jamaica, Panama, and Mexico). The incumbent will work with a variety of
materials including archival materials, rare books, and contemporary
imprints. S/he will work collaboratively on group efforts and maintain
close professional relationships with faculty, students and colleagues.
The Caribbean Basin Librarian will promote awareness of and access to
these collections, and will provide direct assistance to library users
(at department public service desks). The library encourages staff
participation in reaching management decisions and consequently the
Caribbean Basin Librarian will serve on various committees and teams.
The incumbent will pursue professio!
nal development opportunities, including research,
publication, and
professional association activities, to meet library-wide criteria for
tenure and promotion.
Interested candidates should follow the application procedures outline
on the Position Vacancy Announcement at: http://web.uflib.ufl.edu/pers/
All inquiries and submissions of required application materials should
be sent to Bonnie J. Smith, Smathers Libraries Human Resources Office,
at: bonniesmith@ufl.edu.
The University of Florida is an equally opportunity employer and is
strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff.
Applicants from a broad spectrum of people, including members
of
ethnic minorities and disabled persons, are especially encouraged to
apply.
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Patricia Phelps de Cisneros Bibliographer for Latin America -- Museum of Modern Art Library
The Museum of Modern Art Library seeks applications for The Patricia Phelps de Cisneros Bibliographer for Latin America. This position plays a key role in developing the Library's renowned collection of material documenting modern and contemporary Latin American art in addition to actively participating in the Museum's efforts to promote its collections in that area.
Primary duties include:
· Cataloging Library’s Latin American material, which includes books, exhibition catalogues, and ephemeral material.
· Coordinating acquisitions of new Latin American material for the Museum Library.
· Serving as Library liaison to other greater New York area research institutions to ensure the Museum is acquiring unique materials.
· Building and maintaining relationships with other museums and libraries in the U.S. and Latin America.
· Creating bibliographies and answers bibliographic inquiries by Museum staff and outside researchers regarding Latin American modern and contemporary art and artists.
· Advising curators on Latin American-related exhibitions, including input on potential acquisitions and interlibrary loans.
· Conducting specific topic research on Latin American art as requested by Museum staff.
· Travel to book fairs, conferences, and other institutions on behalf of the Museum Library.
This part-time/3 day a week position comes with full benefits. Successful candidates will have a graduate degree in Latin American Art History and/or information science. Previous art library experience is preferred, along with strong proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking English and Spanish. Knowledge of Portuguese, or other foreign languages, preferred. If you would like to submit your resume for consideration, please choose one of the following options:
By e-mail: jobs@moma.org (most preferred option)
By fax: (212) 333-1107
By mail: The Museum of Modern Art The Department of Human Resources 11 West 53 Street New York, NY 10019
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Latin American Studies Librarian -- Hesburgh Libraries, University of
Notre Dame.
We
seek a
knowledgeable,
creative, and dynamic individual to be the Latin American Studies
Librarian in
the Hesburgh Libraries, University of Notre Dame. Full
details of the
position are to be found at the following: http://www.library.nd.edu/
To apply, please include a letter, curriculum vitae and the names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of three references. Electronic submission of applications is strongly encouraged. Send all application documents to: mstenber@nd.edu
Michelle
Stenberg
Library
Administrative Offices
221
Hesburgh Library
Notre
Dame, IN 46556
The review of applications will begin on Monday, October 4, 2010 and will continue until a candidate is chosen.
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Latin
American and Iberian Studies Librarian
- Columbia University,
New York, NY
Columbia University Libraries & Information Services is seeking
applications for the position of Latin American & Iberian
Studies Librarian. Reporting to the Director of Area Studies/Global
Resources, this position is responsible for developing deep Latin
American and Iberian Studies research collections and services in the
context of a University with a very strong and established history of
interdisciplinary Latin American and Iberian Studies research and
teaching. For more information on this position, see the following link
- http://academicjobs.columbia.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=52529.
(12/18/09)
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El
Personal
Académico de la Biblioteca - La
Biblioteca Daniel Cosío Villegas, México, D. F.
La Biblioteca Daniel Cosío Villegas anuncia la convocatoria
para bibliotecarios mexicanos y extranjeros, residentes o no en el
país, interesados en ocupar una plaza de Personal
Académico de la Biblioteca. El Personal Académico
de la Biblioteca es el constituido por profesionales de la
educación superior en bibliotecología,
documentación o ciencias de la información.
Requisitos: Grado académico de Maestría en Bibliotecología o de Maestría en alguna área de las Ciencias Sociales o Humanidades con Licenciatura en Biblioteconomía, Bibliotecología o Ciencias de la información o Doctorado en Bibliotecología o Ciencias de la Información. Experiencia en catalogación descriptiva, temática, Clasificación Decimal de Dewey y en la construcción de registros de autoridad, desarrollo de colecciones, servicios de referencia, docencia e investigación. Conocimiento y experiencia en análisis, diseño e implementación de sistemas de información. Conocimiento de los avances recientes en sistemas y tecnologías de la información y su aplicación en bibliotecas. Conocimiento de conceptos de bibliotecas digitales, avances recientes en sistemas de comunicación, edición y creación de textos electrónicos y bases de conocimiento. Experiencia en el uso, administración y solución de problemas a partir de programas (MS-Office), sistemas (MS: Windows, y redes de protocolos y protocolos de Internet y World Wide Web). Excelente habilidad de comunicación interpersonal en forma oral y escrita. Habilidad y experiencia para coordinar proyectos cooperativos. Habilidad para trabajar efectiva y creativamente con los profesores, investigadores, estudiantes y otros miembros del personal de la institución. Dominio del inglés. Conocimientos de paquetería de oficina y de edición de páginas Web. Se prefieren candidatos con experiencia en bibliotecas académicas, universitarias o especializadas en ciencias sociales y humanidades.
Responsabilidades: Realizar tareas de catalogación descriptiva, temática, clasificación y construcción de registros de autoridad. Atender las necesidades de información de los usuarios de la Biblioteca. Participar en el programa de formación de usuarios e impartir un curso semestral dentro del Programa de Maestría en Bibliotecología. Participar en actividades de desarrollo de colecciones. Participar en equipos de trabajo para proyectos específicos, con personal académico y administrativo.
Cualidades: Se espera que los miembros del Personal Académico de la Biblioteca Daniel Cosío Villegas demuestren un comportamiento excepcional en el desempeño de las responsabilidades de su puesto. Este comportamiento incluye: enfoque al usuario, colaboración, resolución creativa de problemas, desarrollo profesional continuo y apego al Código de Ética Profesional. Adicionalmente: habilidad para trabajar en equipo de manera efectiva, capacidad de autogestión y para la administración de proyectos, de operaciones y de personal, así como compromiso para enseñar y proporcionar servicio.
Bases: El plazo para la presentación de candidaturas inicia el 11 de diciembre del 2009 y concluye el 30 de enero del 2010. No se aceptarán expedientes ni envíos parciales por correo electrónico.
Las
solicitudes deben
constar de: Una carta personal de
presentación donde se especifiquen los motivos por los que
el/la solicitante desea ingresar a la Biblioteca Daniel
Cosío Villegas; Un currículo completo con
comprobantes; Cuando menos una carta de referencia académica
y una de referencia laboral.
La solicitud, junto con los documentos comprobantes debe ser entregada
a: Blanca Sánchez, Dirección de la Biblioteca, El
Colegio de México, Camino al Ajusco # 20, Pedregal
de Santa Teresa, México, D. F., 10740 o enviados
al correo electrónico bsanchez@colmex.mx
De acuerdo con los reglamentos vigentes, la contratación de
nuevos/as académicos/as se realiza por tiempo y obra
determinados, que equivalen a periodos anuales. Existe un plazo
mínimo de tres años y máximo de seis
para que el personal académico que ingresa a la
institución obtenga la planta, en los términos
del Estatuto de Personal Académico de El Colegio de
México.
La remuneración se estipula de conformidad con las aptitudes
del candidato/a seleccionado/a, tomando en consideración
experiencia profesional, docencia e investigación y
publicaciones, entre otros aspectos.
Con el propósito de asegurar la renovación
generacional en la institución, quien sea seleccionado/a
para ocupar la plaza deberá comprometerse con la
política de renovación afiliándose al
plan de jubilación complementaria de El Colegio de
México, para jubilarse entre los 60 y los 65 años
de edad.
El procedimiento de selección constará de cuatro
etapas: 1. Recepción de solicitudes. 2. Selección
de candidatos/as para participar en la siguiente etapa. 3. Visita a la
Biblioteca Daniel Cosío Villegas para
entrevista. 4. Presentar los exámenes que el
Comité de Selección determine. 5.
Comunicación del resultado. La decisión de la
Comisión será inapelable y, si ésta lo
considera pertinente, podrá declarar que el puesto sigue
vacante.
PARA MAYOR INFORMACION COMUNICARSE CON MICAELA CHAVEZ VILLA, DIRECTORA
DE LA BIBLIOTECA. Tel. 5449 29 09, CE: mch@colmex.mx.
(cross-posted from Libjobs, 12/16/09)
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Associate
Director for Special Collections and Archives
- Florida State
University Libraries, Talahassee, FL
The Florida State University Libraries currently has an open position
of Associate Director for Special Collections and Archives. Because the
History of Text Technologies (HoTT) program particularly interested in
the possibility of developing a research focus in Spanish colonial book
history in Central and South America, 1492-1900, HoTT and the FSU
Library system would welcome applications for the Special Collections
position from qualified professionals who also have knowledge of and an
interest in Spanish-language texts, and who would be eager to help
HoTTand FSU Libraries explore the possibilities of developing this
focus. Deadline for applications is December 16, 2009. The
job description can be reached from the Florida State University
Libraries home page at <http://www.lib.fsu.edu>.
If qualified and interested in the position as advertised,
individuals will need to apply through the Florida StateUniversity job
site at <https://jobs.fsu.edu>.
(cross-posted from LALA-L, 12/14/09)
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Records
Management Section Chief -
Inter-American Development Bank,
Washington, DC
The Budget and Administrative Services Department (BDA) is offering an
opportunity for qualified candidates to apply for the position of
Records Management Section Chief. The Person selected will be
responsible for the Bank's Records and Information Management Program,
including the establishment and implementation of Bank wide document
and records policies, as well as guidance, technical assistance, advice
and services to Bank units concerning records organization, management,
retention, disposition, and referencing materials. For more
information, read the full job posting. (cross-posted from Archives-L,
11/02/09)
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Cuban
Heritage Collection Archivist -
University of Miami
Libraries, Miami, FL
The University of Miami Libraries seeks an archivist to plan, organize,
and implement systems and procedures for maintaining manuscript
collections in the Cuban Heritage Collection (CHC) with the goal of
preserving and improving access to these collections. This
position is grant-funded for five years. Reporting to the Deputy Chair
and Chief Operations Manager for the Cuban Heritage Collection, the
Archivist processes manuscript collections and archival materials to
include appraising, accessioning, arranging, describing, preserving,
and deaccessioning; helps plan, organize, and implement systems and
procedures for maintaining such collections in the Cuban Heritage
Collection (CHC) with the goal of preserving and improving access to
these collections; helps coordinate the development, implementation,
and management of initiatives relating to the CHC’s Web sites
and digital collections; participates in the coordination of
educational and outreach activities; keeps abreast of relevant
technology, literature, and studies for current awareness of trends,
developments, and best practices in librarianship and archival
processes; serves on/participates in Libraries and University
organizations, committees, task forces, and teams as appropriate.
(cross-posted from Archives-L, 11/02/09)
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