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By gsliscomm, May 7, 2013 3:37 pm

Title: Archivist Intern
Department: Marketing
Division: Stride Rite Children’s Group
Reports to: Director of Marketing

JOB SUMMARY:
If you want to make a significant impact on a child’s future, and if you want to encourage healthier walking, discover a summer internship with Stride Rite. Through our sole commitment to “Kid-Rite” innovation, quality, health and style, Stride Rite will be the first choice for premium authentic footwear brands that kids love and moms trust.

The Librarian/Archivist Intern will assist the Marketing Team with archiving Brand and Company historical materials in preparation for Stride Rite’s 95th Anniversary.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Create an archive of Stride Rite historical materials
• Survey, document, and preserve all materials
• Organize key pieces in order to get visual documentation done. These items would be important to celebrate our 95th birthday: taglines, logos, shoes, images etc. To build a detailed timeline of our history visually and on paper.
• Create a finding aid for all materials

REQUIREMENTS:
• Must be enrolled in a graduate program in Library & Information Science with a concentration or interest in Archives
• Strong interpersonal and organization skills
• Ability to multitask and work on multiple projects simultaneously

ADDITIONAL INFO:
• To apply, please visit our careers page here: https://wolverineworldwide.applicantstack.com/x/openings
• This position is a paid internship and will start immediately
• We are located at 191 Spring Street in Lexington, which is about a 10 minute drive from Alewife on the red line. There is a shuttle in the morning and the afternoon which runs from Alewife station to local business and vice versa
• This position will be 40 hours a week, starting immediately and working through the summer
• There is a cafeteria and gym on site

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By gsliscomm, May 7, 2013 3:13 pm

St. John’s High School also seeks a full time Library Director. The director is responsible for the day to day operations of the McCarthy Library.

Saint John’s High School is a private Catholic school with enrollment of 1,000 boys, located in Shrewsbury, MA. St. John’s offers an excellent teaching environment with competitive salary/benefits.

Candidates should respond no later than Friday, May 24, 2013 By submitting a cover letter and current résumé to:

Dr. Jacob Conca, Principal
Saint John’s High School
378 Main Street
Shrewsbury, MA 01545
Email: jconca@stjohnshigh.org

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By gsliscomm, May 7, 2013 3:05 pm

Dynamic opportunity to assist patrons in using all collections & services at the Fowler Branch. Requires equiv to two years college, 1 – 3 years experience, attention to detail, great customer service & communications skills. Starting salary: $18.89 – $22.71/hour DOQ.

Duties include constant customer contact at busy circulation desk using RFID & other technologies; use of automated library systems to register patrons, process requests/items according to defined procedures; preparing and shelving books and other materials: maintaining shelf order; clearing and straightening up library areas. The Branch Library Assistant also coordinates programming & oversees Library Pages and volunteers. Both schedules include one evening and some Saturdays.

Application Deadlines: 5/24/13

For job description and application instructions: http://www.concordma.gov/pages/ConcordMA_HR/Announcement%20-%20Branch%20Library%20Assistant%20-%202013.pdf

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By gsliscomm, May 7, 2013 3:02 pm

Exciting opportunity to provide services at both the historic Main & Fowler Branch Libraries. Requires equiv to HS diploma, attention to detail & great customer service skills. Starting salary: $16.66/hour.

Duties include constant customer contact at busy circulation desk using RFID & other technologies; use of automated library systems to register patrons, process requests/items according to defined procedures; preparing and shelving books and other materials: maintaining shelf order; clearing and straightening up library areas. Schedule includes one evening and some Saturdays.

Application Deadlines: 5/24/13

For job description and application instructions: http://www.concordma.gov/pages/ConcordMA_HR/Announcement%20-%20Library%20Assistant%20-%202013.pdf

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By gsliscomm, May 6, 2013 7:33 pm

Title: Online Exhibit Intern

Description: The Lawrence History Center is a private, non-profit organization with the mission to collect, preserve, share, and interpret the history and heritage of Lawrence, MA and its people. We are looking for a creative individual to research, gather, and use photographs, objects, and previous exhibit pieces to create a unique online exhibit on an Omeka platform. This will include not only scanning and photographing materials, but also creating metadata and writing narratives that will explain the history behind the exhibit. The intern will also create resources for teachers. The subject of the exhibit will be determined by the supervisor and the intern, but the possibilities include public health, World War II, the WPA, diversity in Lawrence, and the early history of Lawrence. This is an unpaid position, but can be used for college or graduate course credit.

Qualifications: Must be available 10 to fifteen hours per week. Preferred days are Wednesdays, Thursdays, and/or Fridays. Familiarity with computers, scanners, metadata and digitization procedures. Excellent writing skills. Knowledge of programming languages preferred. Experience with photography preferred. Experience with Omeka preferred. Knowledge of Dublin Core preferred.

Salary: Unpaid.

How To Apply: Please send a resume to Jennifer Williams at jenn@lawrencehistory.org or 6 Essex Street, Lawrence, MA 01840.

Apply By: 5/15/2013

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By gsliscomm, May 6, 2013 7:29 pm

Institution Type; Public Library
Job Type: Full Time
Institution: Sharon Public Library
Location: Southeastern
Title: Library Director

Description:
The Sharon Public Library is located south of Boston, halfway to Providence, RI. with ready access to Rtes. 95, 495 & 93. Sharon is a very diverse commuter town with a top rated school system and a population of almost 18,000. The Director manages a staff of 20, plus volunteers and an operating budget of approximately $900,000. The library meets all State Aid requirements and has never had a fiscal dilemma.

The Trustees of the Sharon Public Library are seeking an energetic, personable, forward-looking, collaborative, patron driven Library Director. The ideal candidate will have experience in the area of library needs assessment, grant writing, and will have proven managerial skills. The candidate must demonstrate a strong commitment to public service, and a thorough knowledge of professional library principles, methods, practices, and programs.

The Library Director is responsible for the overall management of the library and its program services including but not limited to, budget development, financial management, overseeing facility operations, managing the staff, goal setting, developing and administering library policies and procedures, and working closely with the Board of Library Trustees. Full Job Description will be sent to all applicants.

Qualifications:
MLS from an ALA-accredited school and MBLC certified with a minimum of five years of progressive managerial experience (public library preferred), excellent oral and written communication skills ability to use Microsoft Office and strong record of personnel management.

Salary range: $67,000 – $77,500, with a starting salary depending on qualifications and experience.
Closing Date: May 30,2013

Send:
Please send cover letter, resume, and the names of at least three current professional references to Robert Levin, Trustee Chair by email to: sharondirectorsearch@gmail.com or by mail to Sharon Public Library BOT, % Robert Levin, PO Box 103, Sharon, MA 02067-0103

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By gsliscomm, May 6, 2013 7:04 pm

Williams College Libraries seeks a collaborative, innovative and user-oriented librarian to lead its Access Services Department. Reporting to the College Librarian, the Head of Access Services is a member of the library’s leadership team and oversees all aspects of circulation, reserves, interlibrary loan, document delivery and consortial resource sharing. S/he must have a strong commitment to public service and a vision for implementing creative services and utilizing emerging technologies to meet the changing needs and expectations of our users. This is a full-time, 12 month administrative staff position.

The opening of the new Sawyer Library in 2014 offers exciting and unique opportunities for the Head of Access Services. In this new environment, this person will have the chance to develop and implement innovative user services in support of the research and curricular needs of the Williams faculty and students. To learn more about the library construction project visit: http://newsawyerlibrary.williams.edu

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Manages all aspects of circulation and reserves for Sawyer Library. Oversees the Interlibrary Loan department and the off-site Library Shelving Facility.
• Supervises a staff of 12. Leads departmental planning and policy development. Assigns staff to meet departmental priorities and goals.
• Configures and maintains the Libraries’ circulation profile and circulation functions in Innovative Interfaces. Collaborates with the Head of Library Systems who provides technical specifications and support.
• Chairs the Libraries’ Circulation & Reserve Committee; in consultation with the Head of Library Systems, the Head of the Schow Science Library and the Head of Research Services, develops, reviews and updates circulation policies and procedures.
• Works closely with the Head of Research Services to ensure the provision of seamless public services.
• Generates and analyzes statistics on the use of collections and facilities. Proactively seeks ways to improve delivery methods and workflows to meet changing user needs and emerging technologies.
• Participates in library strategic planning and works collaboratively with other library department heads to carry out the Libraries’ strategic goals.
• Works with consortial partners (Boston Library Consortium and NExpress) and represents the College on various resource sharing committees.

Requirements:

• MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution
• 3-5 years library experience
• Supervisory experience and demonstrated ability to lead and manage staff, processes and workflows
• Experience with developing, implementing and managing an ILS circulation module
o Demonstrated understanding of resource sharing and delivery services in libraries
o Strong knowledge of emerging technologies applied to resource sharing and delivery services
o Demonstrated user-oriented approach to service
• Demonstrated ability to contribute to strategic planning
• Flexibility, initiative and the ability to work creatively, collaboratively and effectively, both as a team member and independently
• Excellent interpersonal skills, written and oral communication skills, and the ability to provide
exceptional service to a diverse clientele
• Commitment to the values of a liberal arts education, and an appreciation for a highly-engaged faculty, staff, student and alumni population

Preferred:

• Academic library experience
• Hands-on knowledge of Innovative Interfaces circulation functions
• Experience providing user support at library public services desks
• Experience working in interlibrary loan, document delivery or reserves
• Familiarity with off-site high density shelving facilities
• Work in a consortial environment

For optimal consideration please submit application materials by May 15, 2013. Email résumé materials, including job number Job #300881-, to hr@williams.edu

Employment at Williams is contingent on the verification of background information submitted by the applicant, including the completion of a criminal record check, and education when applicable.

Office of Human Resources, Williams College
100 Spring Street, Suite 201, Williamstown MA 01267
Phone: (413) 597-2681, e-mail: hr@williams.edu
http://hr.williams.edu

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By gsliscomm, May 6, 2013 6:54 pm

Hopkinton Public Schools
NOTICE OF VACANCY
Job Posting # 13-76
Opening Date: May 1, 2013
Closing Date: Open until filled

TITLE: High School Library/Media Specialist
TYPE OF POSITION: Full-time (1.0), 2013-2014 school year; salary commensurate with experience and education
LOCATION: High School, Hopkinton, Massachusetts

The Library/Media Specialist provides all students with an enriched library environment containing a wide variety of materials that will invite intellectual growth, and to aid all students in acquiring the skills needed to take full advantage of media center resources. The High School Library/Media Specialist reports to the principal and directs the Library Assistant(s), if assigned.

DUTIES
Duties include, but are not limited to:
1. Operates and supervises the media center which assigned;
2. Prepares and administers the media center budget, and evaluates, selects, and requisitions new media center materials;
3. Assists teachers in the selection of books and other instructional materials, makes media center materials available to supplement the instructional program, and works with teachers in planning those assignments likely to lead to extended use of media center resources;
4. Maintains a comprehensive and efficient system for cataloging all media center materials and instructs teachers and students on use of the system;
5. Teaches classes in library, media, and research skills as assigned by the Principal, and presents and discusses materials with a class studying a particular topic, on the invitation of the teacher;
6. Counsels with, and gives reading guidance to students who have special reading problems or unusual intellectual interests, and helps students to develop habits of independent reference work;
7. Shares responsibility for accomplishing the goals and priorities of his/her grade/team/department, building and school district, attending all faculty and committee meetings as required, and district-wide committees as needed;
8. Other duties, as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS
To be considered qualified for this position, candidates must have the following:
1. Licensed, or eligible for licensure in Library by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education preferred;
2. Bachelor’s Degree, Master’s preferred, from an accredited college or university, in Library Science or a related field;
3. Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, to children and adults;
4. Commitment to remain current in content knowledge and teaching strategies;
5. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent may find appropriate and in conformity with state certification requirements.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE
To be considered for this vacancy, please reference only job posting #13-76 and your last name (as, #13-76 Jones) in the subject line, and submit:
1. Cover letter, which should include a statement of your educational philosophy;
2. Resume, which should contain applicable license/certification information;
3. Transcripts;
4. Applicable license(s); and
5. The contact information for three professional references.

Submit the above required information to: hpsjobs@hopkinton.k12.ma.us Please note: this address is for application materials only. E-mail is our preferred method of application, however, if you wish to apply by mail, please send the required items to:

Human Resources (Job Vacancy #13-76)
Hopkinton Public Schools
89 Hayden Rowe
Hopkinton, MA 01748

Incomplete submissions will not be considered.

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By gsliscomm, May 6, 2013 2:37 pm

Position Title: Library Assistant – Circulation

Union: Library Association

Hours: 29 hours per week (mostly weekday, daytime hours)

Grade: L-1 Wages: $19.56- $25.52 per hour, plus benefits

Description of position:
Working in the Circulation Department of a busy, medium-sized public library, performs various tasks relating to the circulation of library materials. Assists in the processing of network transfer materials; assists in coordinating the work of clerks, pages, and volunteers; assists in maintaining online library events calendar; produces flyers, posters, bookmarks, and notices for library
events. Maintains various bulletin boards in the library. Participates in planning and publicizing community events and programs. Is responsible for the library’s museum pass program and online pass reservation system. Some Saturday and evening hours are required.

Minimum entrance requirements:
Bachelor’s degree. Courses in library science desirable.

At least one (1) year of experience working in a Library setting or working in a clerical, secretarial, record keeping or related field.

Experience creating informational notices, flyers and posters desirable.

The successful candidate will possess demonstrated ability to interact with the public with patience and tact; excellent organizational talents; excellent attention to detail. Good written and oral communication skills are essential.

Date posted: April 30, 2013

Closing date: May 10, 2013

Apply to: John Senchyshyn, Assistant Town Administrator I Human Resources Director, Town of Wayland, 41 Cochituate Road, Wayland, MA 01778.

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By gsliscomm, April 30, 2013 2:56 pm

Assistant Librarian/Reference & Archives/Special Collections: Full-time, 12 month, Tenure Track, librarian position. As part of the reference team, will participate in the reference and instruction schedules and delivery of services. S/he will manage, maintain and provide access to the Librarys Archives and Special Collections department. A Masters of Library Science from an ALA-accredited program required.

Duties & responsibilities:

Archives & Special Collections Archives Coordination:

- Coordinate the acquisition, processing and organization of Archives and Special Collections; create finding aids; prepare and create reports; answer research inquiries; perform instruction in the use of archival materials; conduct outreach to FSU offices and other local history organizations.

- Lead librarian on digitization projects: identify projects, funding and potential partnerships and manage day-to-day aspects of projects.

- Coordinate processing and organization of Fine Arts Collection.

- Implement and maintain a needs and outcomes assessment; to be integrated into the library’s strategic planning process.

Shared Responsibilities:

- Participate in reference desk rotation, including nights and weekends. Answer both quick and in-depth reference questions by IM, email, phone and for in person customers.

- Conduct library instruction sessions and participate in development of instruction curriculum; especially as it relates to Archives and Special Collections.

- Serve as library liaison to selected academic departments for both graduate and undergraduate programs as well as various campus offices.

- Provide collection development in selected subject areas.

- Promote library at outreach and special events, through social software and other campus events.

- Perform other related duties as assigned.

Campus Community

- Librarian responsibilities as a professional may include those in the following areas:

- Participation as a professional in public service.

- Participation in and contributions to the improvements and development of the academic programs or academic services as those programs or services relate to the library.

- Participation in and contributions to the professional growth and development of the College Community.

- Librarians attend College functions such as annual faculty meetings, commencement, and convocations; and participate and carry out assignments for committees and departmental meetings.

Please visit our online jobsite at https://jobs.fitchburgstate.edu for detailed job descriptions and to apply. Priority application review begins immediately and remains open until filled. All positions contingent upon funding.