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Berkshire Athenaeum, Pittsfield's Public Library is seeking to fill the position of Subject Specialist.We seek an energetic, service-oriented librarian for onsite reference work and outreach to our community. If you can run with a project, think on your feet, admit a mistake, and enjoy having a tangible impact on your neighbors, we may have a place for you. We will encourage your explorations, give you opportunities to stretch, and support your professional growth. The incumbent will work as part of the Reference Team, under the general supervision of the Reference Services Supervisor, to meet library and departmental goals. Decision-making and problem solving, including interpretation of library policy and the exercise of independent judgment are necessary. In-depth knowledge and ability ...

In alignment with Berklee’s Vision & Strategy 2025, the Berklee Library’s mission is to support our students in achieving their artistic potential and equip them with the information and digital literacy skills needed to forge successful careers in today’s knowledge-driven, global society. As we move forward with this mission, the Library has embarked on a broad-reaching program to re-assess and re-redesign our public-facing services and programs. To help implement this renewal, we are seeking an innovative, engaged, service-oriented individual to join our dynamic, multi-disciplinary team. In addition to library resources and services, the Learning Resources team in which this position resides also provides music technology facilities and training, oversees a robust e ...

The Henry E. Eccles Library at U. S. Naval War College (NWC) invites applications for the position of Serials and Metadata Librarian. This librarian works under the general direction of the Head, Infrastructure and Content department, which consists of four librarians and four technicians who are responsible for monitoring and spending the Library’s collections budget, acquiring materials in all formats, creating and maintaining metadata to facilitate discovery of library resources, and administering the Library’s online systems. The department works closely with other library staff on digital initiatives, collection development, and other projects. This position is responsible for managing the Library’s continuing resources in all formats (series, journals, annuals and p ...

Hartford Public Library seeks creative and flexible individual to manage a branch location. The Branch Manager has overall responsibility and accountability of all functions of a library branch. This includes the management of the public service operations including circulation, adult services, youth services, and security. This position is also accountable for training, scheduling and evaluating staff and assists in short-term and long-term planning in the assigned branch. The Branch Manager works with the development of the branch's collections and programming efforts, and supports in all areas of administration. This position ensures the highest level of service is provided by staff to all customers. Qualifications: Master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited instit ...

The dynamic Ridgefield Library seeks an engaged and energized leader as its next Library Director. Working in partnership with the 16-member Board of Directors, a creative and committed staff, and 25,000 generous and supportive residents, the Library Director will lead the Library in providing a vision for 21st century services and programs. The successful candidate will have the desire and ability to develop effective community partnerships, explore entrepreneurial activities, support and engage in ongoing fundraising, and share a strong philosophy of service and civic participation. A new (2014) $20 million state-of-the-art building offers the opportunity to lead a talented staff team (27.5 FTE) in this vibrant community. The Ridgefield Library, a 501c3 nonprofit organization, has an ann ...

US Naval War College Library Metadata and Serials Librarian Description Metadata and Serials Librarian: The Henry E. Eccles Library at U. S. Naval War College (NWC) invites applications for the position of Metadata and Serials Librarian. This librarian works under the general direction of the Head, Infrastructure and Content department, which consists of four librarians and four technicians who are responsible for monitoring and spending the Library’s collections budget, acquiring materials in all formats, creating and maintaining metadata to facilitate discovery of library resources, and administering the Library’s online systems. The department works closely with other library staff on digital initiatives, collection development, and other projects. This position is respon ...

Harwood Union High School seeks a highly collaborative individual to become the Librarian/Media Specialist for students in grades 7-12. The successful candidate will possess both passion and knowledge related to 21st Century skills, literacy instruction, and library/media management (budget, acquisitions, and circulation). This position is from approximately April 2016 – June 2017.Duties include promoting a welcoming and respectful library environment, familiarizing students and staff with library and online resources, providing in the classroom and one-on-one instruction with students and staff, managing the media center, supervising the Library Assistant, and collaborating with teachers and staff. Licensure is required.Harwood Union High School is an award winning school system nes ...

Temporary Document Delivery Specialist AccuFile, Inc. is looking for a part-time Document Delivery Specialist to fill a temporary position at a top law firm in Boston. Position is 3 hours a day/5 mornings a week and will go through end of January 2016. Responsibilities include: Manages the document delivery workload and interlibrary loan services of firm library; using existing library workflows and working with the firm’s preferred suppliers and vendors. Search enterprise article ordering system and biomedical literature databases to locate and retrieve full text articles or published literature, fully complying with the copyright laws and procedures. Fulfill requests for articles and other published documents. Follow through with requests, assuring they are fulfilled in a t ...

Find Your Place at a Place Like No Other. – The award-winning Hartford Public Library seeks a charismatic and experienced leader to provide vision and continued collaboration within the City of Hartford as the Library’s next Chief Executive Officer (CEO). The successful candidate will have an entrepreneurial focus and a strong background in fundraising and developing beneficial partnerships. In addition to external engagement, the new CEO will work with a committed, talented staff providing leadership and direction for the Library’s continued success as a vital civic institution. Current programs at the Library include YOUmedia Hartford—a digital learning place for teens; The American Place—designed to welcome immigrants and ease their transition to their new ...

Transform, Transcend, & Deliver new models of information curation, delivery and access as Westport Library’s Director Knowledge Curation & Innovation. The Director Knowledge Curation & Innovation will support traditional library adult and teen collections, reference, and reader’s advisory while growing new service models, fostering content development, and delivering new approaches to collections, information, and outreach services. He/she will work with a team of professionals across the Library to oversee the selection of digital resources, books and other learning tools. Designing and implementing new approaches to building collections, information delivery, and content creation is vital to the position. The Director Knowledge Curation & Innovation, must ha ...

Hartford Public Library seeks dedicated and flexible individual for Youth Services Department. The Assistant Youth Services Librarian supports Hartford Public Library’s mission & core values and provides effective access to resources, information and ideas for Youth. This position ensures the highest level of service is provided by staff to all customers. Full requirements, job description and application are available online at http://hplct.org/about/job-openings or Administrative Office, Hartford Public Library, 500 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06103. Applications accepted until filled. Full requirements, job description and application are available online at http://hplct.org/about/job-openings or Administrative Office, Hartford Public Library, 500 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06 ...

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITY: The Youth & Family Services Director is responsible for the successful delivery of services and programs to families, children (birth to 13) and young adults throughout the Library; designs and executes the strategic initiatives to address needs; coordinates collection development and selects materials for purchase; ensures effective communication with other departments. This position acknowledges and accepts the library’s vision, mission and core values, respects the library’s confidentiality policy and maintains the integrity of Hartford Public Library. The Youth & Family Services Director performs professional, managerial, and administrative work of a highly responsible nature in directing and coordinating the activities of the library pr ...

Adult Education Director (full-time) Hartford Public Library seeks a seasoned professional to administer the system-wide development and implementation of a technology-rich teaching and learning environment for all aspects of formal and informal public education for adults ages 17 and older. This individual works with community and municipal stakeholders to strategically align initiatives, coordinate utilization of grant resources, and streamline and standardize procedures toward the successful transition of adults into the workforce and postsecondary education. Minimum requirements: Master’ degree in Education from an accredited institution, with emphasis on educational technology and administration (Postgraduate Professional License; Ed. S. or C.A.S. preferred; endorsemen ...

AccuFile, Inc., a professional Library services firm, is seeking an experienced part-time, Law Librarian The Law Librarian performs a wide range of duties in support of the Firm’s attorney’s and on-site library. Responsibilities include all aspects of managing the law library including legal research and reference assistance. The ideal candidate must be a hands on, highly organized individual with the ability to work approximately 15 hours/week. Core responsibilities: A working knowledge of principles and procedures of professional library work Provide skilled and sophisticated legal and non-legal research using traditional and electronic resources Ability to deliver superior service to all internal and external customers and communicate effectively ...

SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITY: The Youth & Family Services Director is responsible for the successful delivery of services and programs to families, children (birth to 13) and young adults throughout the Library; designs and executes the strategic initiatives to address needs; coordinates collection development and selects materials for purchase; ensures effective communication with other departments. This position acknowledges and accepts the library’s vision, mission and core values, respects the library’s confidentiality policy and maintains the integrity of Hartford Public Library. The Youth & Family Services Director performs professional, managerial, and administrative work of a highly responsible nature in directing and coordinating the activities of the library pr ...

Adult Education Director (full-time) Hartford Public Library seeks a seasoned professional to administer the system-wide development and implementation of a technology-rich teaching and learning environment for all aspects of formal and informal public education for adults ages 17 and older. This individual works with community and municipal stakeholders to strategically align initiatives, coordinate utilization of grant resources, and streamline and standardize procedures toward the successful transition of adults into the workforce and postsecondary education. Minimum requirements: Master’ degree in Education from an accredited institution, with emphasis on educational technology and administration (Postgraduate Professional License; Ed. S. or C.A.S. preferred; endorsemen ...

Worcester Polytechnic Institute Gordon Library The Assistant Director for Research and Instruction Services leads all aspects of Worcester Polytechnic Institute’s Gordon Library’s instructional and research support services. The position oversees a dynamic team of five professional librarians and serves as an integral part of the Library’s leadership team. The ideal candidate will possess both a creative vision and a strong commitment to practical innovation in developing research support strategies and information instructional services to align with WPI’s intensive, project-based and global undergraduate curriculum, as well as graduate and professional programs and faculty research endeavors. Experience with strategic planning, assessment, and resource allocati ...

Imagination, innovation and inspiration...The Director of Learning and Discovery at the Westport (CT) Library (http://westportlibrary.org/) will embrace and promote these ideas as they lead an inventive, committed public service staff who is transforming the traditional role of Libraries by delivering innovative programs and services. The Director must value responsive, personal customer service and view the Library as a platform for community innovation and experiential learning. The selected candidate must be interested in seeking new service models and fostering exploration through staff and community collaboration. He/she must be knowledgeable about emerging trends in libraries and the world at large and passionate about implementing new approaches to learning, information access, and ...

Transform. Transcend. Deliver. Be the next leader of the preeminent public library in Connecticut. The Board of Trustees of The Westport Library seeks an experienced, engaged and energetic Executive Director who will build on the Library’s innovative and award-winning programs and patron-centric service to achieve even greater levels of excellence. The Westport Library is a vibrant and welcoming community hub that reflects Westport’s spirit, creativity and entrepreneurship. Each day, an average of 1,300 patrons of all ages visit the Library to read and research (borrowing nearly 674,000 items last year), attend one of the Library’s 1,600 programs, consult with the Library’s expert reference librarians, use one of the Library’s ten 3-D printers, shop the Librar ...

A place like no other-the Hartford Public Library (http://www.hplct.org/) -seeks a Chief Youth & Family Services Officer like no other to be a vital dynamic part of the Library’s leadership team. This new leader will be a key Library partner working with City agencies, nonprofit organizations, and the Hartford Public Schools setting the vision for the future for Hartford’s children and young adults. The successful candidate will be customer-focused, forward-thinking, and collaborative with both internal and external customers. The Chief Youth & Family Services Officer will also be knowledgeable about current youth and family issues, will understand cutting edge youth services and technology trends, be committed to literacy for all ages, and facilitate the fusion of trad ...

The Hotchkiss Library of Sharon Ct, an historic institution, offers an array of programs and activities for adults and children, in addition to maintaining a sizable collection of books and other materials. Open seven days a week, the library is the cultural center of the community. To fund its operations, the library relies heavily on patron support. The executive director is responsible for overseeing programming as well as fundraising to sustain the library and fulfill its mission. Responsibilities also include supervision of its physical plant and all aspects of its operations. He/She will serve as the face of the library to internal and external constituencies, including the board, staff, patrons, local officials and the public. The executive director is responsible for sound business ...

Dean of the University LibraryThe University of New Hampshire invites applications and nominations for the position of Dean of the University Library. The University actively creates and nurtures a dynamic learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, life experiences, and cultural backgrounds pursue goals with mutual respect and a shared spirit of inquiry. The Dean is the senior administrative and financial officer of the University Library, reporting to the Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs and is a member of the Deans' Council. Responsibilities include the direction, development, implementation, and evaluation of all aspects of library services. The Dean currently oversees 18 librarians with faculty status, 49 staff, and an effective budget ...

Worcester Polytechnic Institute is looking for a new head of Research and Instruction Services at the Gordon Library. We are a small, but dynamic library, and over the last five years we have made good progress moving into new and innovative areas. Our team has 20 people, 6 in Research and Instruction, which shows the emphasis we put on our core mission to teach and support research. The Assistant Director for Research and Instruction Services is a senior level management position that has primary responsibility for planning, coordinating, and promoting the research and instruction program of the Gordon Library. This position is a part of the library’s administrative team and contributes to decisions on policies, operations and library budget. We are doing some exciting things such a ...

Directs overall library operation providing mission, education, and quality of life support to base personnel, their families and retirees. Responsible for the full scope of library functions to include library administration, personnel management, circulation services, reference/research services, technical services, and technological development and support. Is responsible for the library facility. Monitors funding allocations. Review the acquisition of materials from central funds for approval/disapproval. Establishes internal procurement and quality processes to ensure appropriate accountability for library acquisitions. Evaluates effectiveness of the library’s automated services. Accurately develops, prepares, and justifies library budgets. Accurately controls expenditure of fun ...

A great community deserves a great library and a great library deserves a great Deputy Director! Join the Greenwich Library–and its highly talented team of professionals—as its next Deputy Director. For 200 years, Greenwich Library has served as the intellectual and cultural hub of its community and is at a pivotal point in the implementation of its new strategic plan, “Connecting Our Community.” Greenwich Library, a Library Journal “Five Star Library”, proudly serves the 62,755 residents of the Town of Greenwich through its Main library (104,000 s/f) and two branch libraries, the Byram Shubert Library and the Cos Cob Library. With a dedicated staff of 157 (93 FTE), a collection of nearly 500,000 items and a $9.2 million annual budget from public and pri ...

Creating Community – Unleashing Potential - the New Haven Free Public Library Board of Directors seeks an exceptional leader to help realize the Library’s strategic goals, create community, and unleash the potential of the city and the library at its heart. The successful candidate will exhibit strong management skills and excellent cultural competencies. The Library Director will work well in a complex environment and be a strong team leader who builds consensus internally and be a passionate advocate who connects the library system externally with a broad mosaic of community stakeholders. The library, with a $5 million annual budget ($4.5 from City appropriations), a strong senior management team and a dedicated staff (52.3 FTEs), provides services and programs through the hi ...

Greenwich Library seeks a Resources Manager who is committed to maintaining collections that "provide the community with a window to the past a view to the future." The successful candidate will be knowledgeable, passionate and engaged about the role libraries play in individual lives and the community-and will share that expertise and enthusiasm as a member of the Library's leadership team providing strategic direction for the library's print and non-print/digital collections. For the complete announcement, visit http://www.gossagesager.com/greenwichrmad.htm. ...

Bibliomation, Inc.’s Board of Directors seeks an Executive Director to lead this dynamic, successful organization as it moves forward to realize its vision for member libraries and staff. The next Executive Director will provide leadership, management and growth of the organization—creating a framework for expanding Bibliomation’s services into new markets, undertake strategic planning and budget development, and work with current members (and potential new members) to increase statewide resource sharing. The Executive Director serves as the Chief Executive Officer of Bibliomation and, under the general direction of the Board of Directors, has overall responsibility for general administration of operations. Bibliomation has a proud history and a strong future helping member libraries ...

Explore, Discover, Connect…for a Lifetime of Education. Join the Providence Public Library, http://www.provlib.org/, Board of Trustees, Foundation and staff as they work to make this goal a reality for the City of Providence and for all Rhode Islanders. The Library Board seeks an engaged, energetic leader to serve as Chief Executive Officer—finalizing and implementing a new strategic plan—to build on its outstanding service programs and achieve further levels of excellence. The Providence Public Library is a private, independent 501(c)(3) organization. Housed in a stunning historic building, the Library has a proud and venerable history. Operating from a single 116,000 square foot facility since 2009, it is home to more than one million items—including unique special collections ...

New Canaan Library—a 21st century library—seeks a 21st century Executive Director! The Board of Trustees seeks a broad-gauged thinker and dynamic leader to provide strategic direction, participate in the building of a stellar new library and continue to develop the Library’s role as the cornerstone of the community’s intellectual and cultural life. The New Canaan Library, (http://newcanaanlibrary.org/), a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization, located in the heart of downtown New Canaan, serves 20,000 residents and loans over 500,000 items annually. With a $2.7 million annual budget, the new Executive Director will work with a committed staff (28 FTEs), an energetic Board and Advisory Board, New Canaan local officials, an established donor group, and an appreciative community—81% ...