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Current Postings


Acquisitions and Serials Librarian – Greenlease Library, Rockhurst University

The Rockhurst University Greenlease Library is seeking a dynamic and innovative librarian who will serve as a key member of its team. This position provides strategic leadership in the areas of acquisitions and serials management through dedicated job performance, collaboration, and service excellence to diverse constituencies.

Reporting directly to the Head of Technical Services, the Acquisitions and Serials Librarian is a full-time exempt staff position. The successful candidate will have a MLS from an ALA accredited master's program, experience with using an integrated library system, proficiency in using Microsoft Excel or a comparable spreadsheet program, proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively with all internal and external constituents, proven strong organizational, interpersonal and written communication skills, demonstrated aptitude for detail-oriented work and have an appreciation of the Jesuit mission, values, and goals of the University.

Responsibilities include:
• Manages expenditures and accounting for acquisitions including reconciliation, statistics and report creation.
• Coordinate the check-in and claims of all library materials.
• Create and maintain records within all library system including records as required in accordance with national standards.
• Serve as the library's primary vendor contact and accounts administrator.
• Responsible for continued access to electronic resources.
• Evaluate and improve the workflow, documents, policies and procedures of acquisitions and serials and provide training as needed.
• Provide reference and instruction services as needed.
• Act as a liaison to assigned academic departments to facilitate collection development.
• Serve on professional and university committees as a representative of the library.

Rockhurst is a Catholic, Jesuit university serving 3,000 students in the business and cultural center of Kansas City, MO. It is a comprehensive university offering more than 50 undergraduate and graduate programs taught by nationally recognized faculty. We employ approximately 500 faculty and staff.

Full time Rockhurst employees enjoy an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability, life insurance, 125 Tax Savings Plan, tax deferred retirement plan with company match, free undergraduate classes for employees, spouses and eligible dependent children, vacation and sick time along with paid holidays.

Interested applicants should send cover letter, resume and contact information for three professional references to hr@rockhurst.edu or mail to Human Resources, Rockhurst University, 1100 Rockhurst Road, Kansas City, MO 64110. We value diversity and demonstrate this in campus initiatives. Rockhurst University uses e-verify and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job posted 5/16/2012

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Multiple Academic Librarian Positions - Lincoln University, Jefferson City, MO

Inman E. Page Library at Lincoln University of Missouri invites applicants to fill the following positions:

·     Academic Librarian/Reference and Instruction Services (A1-315)

·     Academic Librarian/Access Services(A1-317)

·     Academic Librarian/Technical Services Coordinator (A1-316)

Applicants are advised to visit the Lincoln University website at: https://bluetigerportal.lincolnu.edu/web/human-resource-services/job-postings/-/message_boards/category/158558

To ensure full consideration, please complete and send packets by Monday, May 21, 2012, the date the review will begin. It will continue until the position is filled. Interviews will be conducted via Skype and/or during the American Library Association Annual Conference in Anaheim, CA.

Job posted 5/4/2012

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Library Director – Scenic Regional Library, Union, MO

Scenic Regional Library Board is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Library
Director of a three county library system located in east central Missouri one hour southwest of St. Louis.

The library serves a population of 116,117 through seven libraries and a bookmobile in Franklin, Gasconade and Warren Counties with a collection of 296,600, circulation of 536,700 and an operating budget of $2.1 million.

The Library Director reports to a 15 member Board and is responsible for the overall direction, organization and coordination of activity in the library system.

Qualifications: MLS from ALA accredited program with a minimum of 5 years professional, supervisory, administrative public library experience required. Position requires proven financial management skills, thorough knowledge of the public library experience, understanding of current library technologies and trends, and excellent communication skills.

Compensation: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Benefits include health insurance and retirement plan.

To apply for this position, mail a print copy of a letter of interest, resume, and completed application to Scenic Regional Library Search Committee, c/o John Cheatham, P.O. Box 304, St. Clair, MO 63077. Visit http://www.scenicregional.org to obtain an application for employment. Applications will be accepted until May 14, 2012.

Job posted 4/12/2012

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Library Information Specialist II/Coordinator, Evergreen - MOBIUS

Please use the following link to Apply: http://bit.ly/HbvNmS

http://mobiusconsortium.org/users/123
The Evergreen Coordinator is responsible for implementing and managing
the Missouri Evergreen Consortium. This position will be responsible for
the migration, implementation and training of each public library in
Missouri Evergreen. The Coordinator will also serve as Help Desk support
after libraries go live with Evergreen and will continue to provide
training for the member libraries. The Coordinator is responsible for
informing the consortium of news and updates and will serve as liaison
with member libraries and the Missouri State Library. The Coordinator
will work in collaboration with the Evergreen System Administrator and
the MOBIUS IT & Web Services Coordinator in order to fulfill the
required duties. The Evergreen Coordinator reports to the MOBIUS
Executive Director.

Institution:
MOBIUS Office

Department:
Evergreen

City:
Columbia

Degree Required:
Masters

Type:
Professional

Benefits elegible:
Yes

Schedule:
Full time (M-F, 8-5)

Salary range:
$35,000-$40,000

Detailed description:
Coordinate the Missouri Evergreen project. Responsible for Evergreen
implementation. Provide training and support to staff of Missouri
Evergreen libraries. Create and update Evergreen user documentation.
Create and update Evergreen training materials. Travel on-site to
libraries migrating and during their go live date. Participate
nationally in the open source community. Provide Help Desk support to
Evergreen libraries. Compile regular statistical reports concerning the
Missouri Evergreen project. Serve as liaison with the Missouri Evergreen
Membership. Collaborate with the Evergreen Systems Administrator on data
migrations & related projects.
Required qualifications:
Master's Degree in Library & Information Science. Knowledge and/or
experience of circulation and cataloging systems. Knowledge of MARC
records. Training Experience. Five years full-time professional
experience in program coordination, development, implementation, or
related experience. Demonstrated strong analytical and time management
skills to plan, sustain and achieve positive outcomes. Excellent oral
and written communication skills. Three years public library experience
required. Strong customer service focus. Excellent problem solving
skills. Ability to maintain excellent interpersonal relations with
coworkers and member libraries. Ability to work in a team environment
with minimum direction.

Preferred qualifications:
Evergreen experience preferred. Knowledge and/or experience in ILS
administration and reporting tools preferred.

Job posted 4/05/2012

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Assistant Director/Adult Services Librarian - Scenic Regional Library

JOB TITLE: Assistant Director/Adult Services Librarian

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
As a leader of the administrative team, the ideal candidate will oversee and participate in various projects to improve library services.
This position reports to the Library Director and keeps administration informed of staffing and personnel issues, library policies, and adult programming system-wide.
The ideal candidate will possess an in-depth knowledge of library policies and procedures and will assist in their implementation and revision.
Supervise staff and assist in scheduling.
Fiscal responsibilities involving budgeting and cash handling.
Perform instruction to staff and patrons on how to use the library's digital resources.
Coordinate and implement creative adult programming.
Publicize events through social media, press releases, and other methods of advertising.
Collection development.
Some time spent performing reference and circulation duties.
Web page updates.
Community outreach.
Other duties as assigned.

POSITION REQUIRES:
ALA accredited MLS required.
Minimum five years demonstrated experience working in public libraries.
Demonstrated supervisory experience managing a branch or department.
Excellent communication/customer service skills.
Collaborative attitude, willingness to work as a team member.
Prior experience supervising, coaching, training staff.
Experience in budgeting and fiscal responsibilities.
Proven creative ability in implementing successful adult programs in a public library setting.
Experience in performing community outreach.
Demonstrated experience using technology, including social media and web page maintenance, (ideally with Joomla CMS software).
Sufficient strength to lift material weighing up to 40 lbs.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
40 hours per week
This position is located at the administrative building in Union, MO. However, some time will be spent traveling to branch locations as needed.
Includes some nights and weekends

SALARY: $48,000 minimum per year, depending on qualifications and experience.
Scenic Regional Library offers comprehensive benefits.

Position open until filled. To apply for this position, please fill out .pdf job application online at http://www.scenicregional.org and email as attachment along with a cover letter and resume to: employment@scenicregional.org.

Job posted 3/23/2012

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May 16, 2012


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