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By gsliscomm, April 2, 2013 4:28 pm

Part-time Humanities Librarian, academic year

Colby College Libraries invites applications for a humanities librarian in Scholarly Resources & Services (SRS). This is a half-time academic year faculty librarian position. Within the Colby Libraries, the SRS group’s primary mission is to support faculty and student research in an innovative environment. To that end, the successful candidate will work closely as liaison to departments in the humanities, providing information literacy and research instruction, individual research consultations, assistance in development of programming for a new center for teaching and learning, and assistance in collection development in an increasingly digital environment.

Preferred start date is August 15, 2013.

Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and library service, graduate transcripts, and three letters of recommendation electronically in PDF format to Stephanie Frost (sjfrost@colby.edu).

Required:
An ALA-accredited master’s degree (by September 2013).
Evidence of a commitment to information literacy and library instruction.
Evidence of a broad knowledge of information resources.

Preferred:
Teaching experience.
Reference experience in an academic library.
Knowledge of and interest in exploring emerging technologies to advance and improve research and instruction services.

Colby is a highly selective, liberal arts college located in central Maine. The college is approximately three hours north of Boston and has easy access to lakes, skiing, the ocean and other recreational and cultural activities. For more information about the libraries, visit www.colby.edu/library

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By gsliscomm, March 19, 2013 3:10 pm

Town of Gray

The Gray Public Library is in the middle of a $1.5 million expansion program and we’re looking for a Library Director who can help it reach its full potential as a community asset. The successful candidate will need a clear vision of all that a leading-edge library can do for its patrons, the energy to find new ways to turn non-patrons into enthusiastic advocates and the managerial skills to inspire a staff that has already won the hearts of the community. You will report to the Town Manager and have a supportive Board of Trustees at your side. The position offers a competitive salary and benefits package. Gray is a small but growing Maine town just twenty minutes north of Portland.

Your Master’s in Library Science or the equivalent and enough experience to start at full speed as soon as possible will be needed.

Interested individuals should submit their resume with a cover letter of interest, an employment application with salary history, and professional references by noon, Friday, April 12, 2013 via email only to Town Manager, Deborah Cabana at admin@graymaine.org. A Job Description, as well as an employment application can be found at our website: www.graymaine.org in the Employment Section.

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By gsliscomm, February 26, 2013 3:11 pm

Position Title: Digital Curator (Temporary Assignment — May and June 2013)

For further information, contact: Tim Garrity, Executive Director, tim.garrity@mdihistory.org, (207) 276-9323.

The mission of the Mount Desert Island Historical Society is to keep, discover, and celebrate the history of Mount Desert Island. To advance that mission, the society seeks to make its collections freely available to the public and to provide a portal where researchers can discover the history of the island. To accomplish these tasks, we want to make improvements in the contents, appearance, and functionality of our website. As a first step we are recruiting a digital architect and curator for a short term assignment, May 6 to June 28, 2013.

The primary objective of the internship is to review, make recommendations, and implement improvements to the society’s website, www.mdihistory.org. The tasks include the following, in order of priority:

1. Improve the appearance, content, and navigability of the society’s website, so that visitors will encounter a more interesting and dynamic page that better reflects the society’s mission, activities, work, and resources.
2. Envision and assess what work is necessary to make improvements to the architecture of the MDI Cultural History Project. In addition, make recommendations regarding management of the database and metadata. This archival collection is rich in content. For instance, it contains over 7,000 gravestone inscriptions, a key to almost any historical or genealogical research project of island history. However, this valuable trove of information is structured so that it is not a fully searchable relational database. This database should be searchable and consistent with high standards of internet-based research.
3. Provide a structure and format and develop a process for making past issues of the Society’s annual magazine, Chebacco, available and searchable on the web. Similarly, provide a structure and methodology for adding future publications to the website, so that in the future, volunteers can add additional content.
4. Assess and make recommendations towards making the society’s digital catalog available on the web. Currently we have over 35,000 items that are cataloged in PastPerfect, a common museum catalog software (www.museumsoftware.com). At the Mount Desert Island Historical Society, this electronic catalog currently is used to record the accession of artifacts, photos, archival records, and library resources. Metadata for each item (to varying degrees of compliance) include a description and image or photograph, the location, the date of acquisition, the donor, catalog and acquisition numbers, assessment of the item’s condition, and other information.
5. Assess the feasibility of adding other electronic databases, such as genealogical databases – many created by private individuals – in a coherent and sustainable form. Perhaps these databases should be uploaded into a standardized format that will accommodate future additions. Assess whether this material should be made available via Ancestry.com or some other subscription service, such as Omeka,
6. Create a smartphone application that will let visitors to Mount Desert Island know about society locations, exhibits, and activities.
7. Make recommendations for future work. These recommendations may be used as the basis of grant proposals to secure funding for work to improve the society’s electronic resources based on the assessment of appropriate next steps.

Facilities and Accommodations: The Mount Desert Island Historical Society has two campus sites: the Old School House and Museum and the Somesville Museum. Both facilities are equipped with wifi access, and in May and June, are very pleasant places to work.

Housing will be provided without charge at Le Petit Chateau, a cottage on the shore of Salisbury Cove near Bar Harbor.

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By gsliscomm, January 29, 2013 5:50 pm

Library: Auburn Public Library
Library’s Town: Auburn, Maine
Job Title: Director

Description: The Auburn Public Library provides innovative, community-driven library services to the Cities of Auburn and Lewiston, as well as the Town of Minot in Maine. Serving a population of 60,000 +/-, the Library has a collection of 74,000 items, a staff of 16.9 (FTE), an annual circulation of 240,000, and an operating budget of 1.2 million.
The Auburn Public Library’s beautifully renovated Carnegie facility includes expansive spaces devoted to collections, Children’s Services, Reference and Lending Services. It also features a glass-enclosed Teen Space, the state’s first public library Media Lab and a variety of attractive meeting and programming spaces. The Library is a 501 c (3) private non-profit corporation receiving 80% of its annual operating funds from the City of Auburn and 20% from donations and other sources. Its website is www.auburnpubliclibrary.org.

Maine’s fourth largest city, Auburn is conveniently located near world class ocean and ski resorts and 35 miles north of Portland, Maine. Situated on the banks of the Androscoggin River, the City and its twin city, the City of Lewiston, share a rich history grounded in both Yankee and Franco-American pride and ingenuity. Today, the Auburn-Lewiston area is recognized as having one of the fastest growing and most diversified economies statewide.

Major Responsibilities: Under the direction of the Library Board of Trustees, the Director is the chief administrator of the Library, having oversight responsibility for operating and maintaining the Library and its services. The Director provides innovative leadership and vision in strategic planning; personnel management; budget administration; planning and preparation; facility management; public relations; and fund-raising.

Qualifications: An ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS degree and five years of library management and administrative experience as a Director and/or Assistant Director in a comparable public library. Strong people skills, financial and personnel management experience, and excellent written and oral communication skills are essential. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to work effectively with the Library Board and collaboratively with the larger community; have a proven track record in developing working relationships with municipal and community leaders; possess high standards for customer service, and show familiarity with evolving trends in library service. The ideal candidate should have experience with facility management and automated library management systems, and must show evidence of creatively managing excellent library services within tight budget constraints.

Compensation: Starting at $60,000 plus benefits
Application: Send cover letter and resume with three professional references
Deadline: Saturday, February 23, 2013

Contact: Richard Trafton, President
Board of Trustees
Auburn Public Library
49 Spring Street
Auburn, Maine 04210

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By gsliscomm, January 8, 2013 3:35 pm

The University of Maine at Augusta seeks applications from qualified candidates for a full-time Academic Librarian: Head of Off-Campus Library Services. The employee will have interest and experience in overseeing an off-campus library services program. The Head of OCLS will help improve integration of library services within the courses and programs offered to students who take courses via distance learning modalities and at Centers across Maine. The individual will advocate for distance students at the UMS Library Director’s Council and will be focused on adding value to the UMS college experience. She or he will be part of the team that provides direct instruction and reference assistance to distance students using multiple modalities. Salary: The normal hiring range is mid-forties to low-fifties, commensurate with qualifications and experience. The University offers an excellent fringe-benefits package.

Qualifications: Requirements: ALA accredited M.L.S. Degree (or equivalent) with demonstrated interest in public services in an academic library; customer service orientation; three to five years’ experience in an academic library setting; one to two years as an off-campus services librarian; demonstrated knowledge and application of current library practices; ability to work both cooperatively and independently and to maintain effective working relationships; experience with and knowledge of intellectual property and copyright laws pertaining to distance education; advanced knowledge of the principles and practices of providing distance education library support services; ability to develop and interpret policies and procedures; ability to create programs and manage budgets and personnel; knowledge and ability to use library information and online information retrieval systems; knowledge of instructional and curricular design; excellent presentation and instruction skills; knowledge of web development and maintenance; excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to travel and provide own transportation for use as necessary. Preferences: College level teaching experience in online credit courses; five years+ professional experience in public services in an academic library; experience preparing and offering course-related instruction; extensive computer skills, including web applications; demonstrated experience with instructional design.

Review of applications will begin January 22. Applications received after January 22 will be reviewed at the discretion of the University. Applicants must submit a completed Application for Salaried Employment; a letter of application; current resume; transcripts; and the names, complete mailing addresses, and daytime telephone numbers of three current professional references to: Administrative Services; Off-Campus Library Search; University of Maine at Augusta; 46 University Drive; Augusta, ME 04330-9410. Applications and the job description for this position are available at www.uma.edu/employment.html.

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By gsliscomm, December 17, 2012 6:17 pm

Lithgow Public Library is seeking an innovative librarian to support existing systems and technology, introduce new formats and applications, and to facilitate public access to information resources. Responsibilities include network management, troubleshooting, planning and implementation of new technology to meet the needs of users, coordination of the library’s web presence, and routine security and hardware maintenance.

The successful candidate will have an enthusiasm for working as part of a team to bring digital literacy to the community. Desired attributes include strong analytical, organizational and communications skills, knowledge of Linux and various Windows operating systems, and solid understanding of public library systems and operations.

A Bachelor’s degree is required, and candidates with an ALA-accredited Masters of Library Science, or currently enrolled in a M.L.S. program, are preferred. Experience with III Millennium software a plus. Candidates must also have a minimum three (3) years working in a library setting.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position with excellent benefits, generous paid time off and a pension plan.
Pay range is Non-Union range 16 – $17.09 to $21.35 per hour

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and three current references to: Human Resources, City of Augusta, 16 Cony Street, Augusta, ME, 04330 or at HR@augustamaine.gov. For a complete job description or more information, contact Elizabeth Pohl, Library Director at (207)626-2415 or e-mail betsy@lithgow.lib.me.us

Applications will be accepted through January 2, 2013.

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By gsliscomm, December 4, 2012 4:08 pm

Lithgow Public Library is seeking an innovative librarian to support existing systems and technology, introduce new formats and applications, and to facilitate public access to information resources. Responsibilities include network management, troubleshooting, planning and implementation of new technology to meet the needs of users, coordination of the library’s web presence, and routine security and hardware maintenance.

The successful candidate will have an enthusiasm for working as part of a team to bring digital literacy to the community. Desired attributes include strong analytical, organizational and communications skills, knowledge of Linux and various Windows operating systems, and solid understanding of public library systems and operations.

A Bachelor’s degree is required, and candidates with an ALA-accredited Masters of Library Science, or currently enrolled in a M.L.S. program, are preferred. Experience with III Millennium software a plus. Candidates must also have a minimum three (3) years working in a library setting.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position with excellent benefits, generous paid time off and a pension plan.

Pay range is $35,547 – $44,408 annually depending on qualifications.

To apply, please submit a cover letter, resume and three current references to: Human Resources, City of Augusta, 16 Cony Street, Augusta, ME, 04330 or at HR@augustamaine.gov. For a complete job description or more information, contact Elizabeth Pohl, Library Director at (207)626-2415 or e-mail betsy@lithgow.lib.me.us

Applications will be accepted through December 17, 2012.

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By gsliscomm, November 4, 2012 8:48 pm

LibraryThing is hiring again—a relatively junior full-time position, with room to grow. We’re looking for someone smart and organized to help out with the customer support side of LibraryThing for Libraries. The basic job is providing technical support to libraries using our products, but there’s also room to be doing smaller projects as well, such as performing QA testing on new features, creating informational screencasts, writing help and FAQ pages, and more.
Duties:

* Provide technical support to libraries using LibraryThing for Libraries and Library Anywhere (our mobile product)–help them through the installation process and answer questions
* Conduct QA testing
* Create how-to and marketing screencasts
* Conduct informational webinars
* Possibly attend trade shows
* Learn whatever we need you to learn
* Think creatively and suggest improvements
* Whatever else is needed. We are still a startup so all “duties” are fluid.

You must be:

* Organized as all get-out
* Able to write quickly and well
* Able to juggle multiple tasks efficiently and with humor
* Extremely comfortable with computers
* Able to work independently and communicate effectively with both customers and co-workers (over email, phone, and Skype)

We’d appreciate, but don’t require:

* A Library or Information Sciences Degree
* Experience in libraries or library “industry”
* Customer-service or sales experience
* Some technical skills (HTML, CSS, MySQL, etc.)
* Mac user and lover
* Love of cheese

Location:
Though LibraryThing is a somewhat virtual company, Boston, Massachusetts or Portland, Maine area are preferred for this position. If we get enough applications we may not look at others—no offense.
Compensation:
Salary plus gold-plated health and dental insurance. We require hard work, but we are flexible about hours.
How to apply:
Email and resume is good. Don’t send a separate cover letter. In your email, please go through the bullets above, explaining briefly how they do or don’t fit you. We will accept applications through November 7th.

Send emails to Abby: abby@librarything.com.

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By gsliscomm, November 3, 2012 1:02 pm

The Portland Public Library (Portland, Maine), Maine’s largest public library, is seeking an experienced and creative finance professional who appreciates a mission-driven culture, and who values a collegial and dynamic work environment. The Library is a private, not for profit (501c3) corporation.

The Library, as the Area Reference and Resource Center (ARRC) for Southern Maine serves a widely diverse public and its activity is growing with 666,000 annual visits at four locations, an Outreach service and a new Portable Library service. The Main Library, as one of the anchors of the Arts District in Portland, was renovated two years ago and is experiencing record lending and program activity.

The Library seeks a strategic thinker, who enjoys the big picture, is part of the senior leadership, is involved in broad management issues, but also is willing and able to pitch in to accomplish mundane tasks in a small administrative office environment. In addition, this position will work closely with the Finance Committee of the Board of Directors.

Areas of responsibility include: non-profit accounting (operations, endowment and grants) and budgeting experience, project management and payroll, Union bargaining and administration of the Collective Bargaining Agreement. This position also is a resource and support to various library teams and serves as a member of the Business and Government Team.

Personal qualities necessary are: strong customer orientation, versatile, effective communicator, both verbally and in writing and with the public, staff, and Board members; a well developed sense of humor essential, with an open and accessible style.

Required: Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution, 5-7 years of progressively responsible experience in the finance area, high level of fluency with productivity tools such as Excel and ledger software; experience in the non profit area. Preferred: MBA or equivalent degree or experience, as well as experience in a Union environment, and experience managing city and government relations effectively.

Competitive salary, depending on qualifications, excellent benefits. Resumes and cover letters to: hr@portland.lib.me.us. Review begins 10/24/12 and will continue until position is filled.

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By gsliscomm, September 24, 2012 1:20 pm

The Ellsworth (Maine) Public Library has an opening for a full-time Special Collections Librarian/Cataloger in a busy library setting.

Major responsibilities are cataloging and some preparation of materials for all parts of our collection using current standards, assisting library visitors in using our outstanding genealogy and local history collections, evaluating materials for possible inclusion in the special collections, original cataloging of special collection materials and maintaining those collections and associated technology. Masters degree in Library Science is required. Prior public library and/or public service experience and excellent technology skills are required along with a strong desire to be part of a forward-thinking library team.

Minimum starting rate is $15/hr DOE/DOQ. Excellent municipal benefit package.

Submit cover letter, resume, and names and current contact information for three employment references to:

Director, Ellsworth Public Library, 20 State Street, Ellsworth, ME 04605 or email to: director@ellsworth.lib.me.us

For more information on our library: http://www.ellsworth.lib.me.us/ our city: http://ellsworthmaine.gov/ and our region: http://www.ellsworthchamber.org/site/

This position will remain open until filled. The City of Ellsworth is an Equal Opportunity Employer.