date:20121211

[CODE4LIB] Job: Learning & Digital Services Librarian at Tamworth Regional Council

2012-12-11 Thread jobs

The Cultural & Community Services Division of Tamworth Regional Council is
seeking the services of highly motivated individual with substantial
experience in the delivery of services across the Regional Library
environment. You will be responsible for leading the team that provides the
following services:

  
Digital information services

Adult learning programs

Adult outreach services

Information request service

Reader services; and

Local studies

  
Highly developed communication and interpersonal skills as well as the ability
to lead and develop a team are essential.

The applicant will need to possess a 4 year Degree or equivalent in
Information Management or Librarianship as recognized by the Australian
Library and Information Association and hold a current Driver's Licence.

  
Certificates and Licences include but are not limited to the above criteria.

  
Please read the Selection Criteria listed in the Position Description.

  
The successful applicant must be keen to undertake professional and
interpersonal training as required.

  
This position has been classified as a Grade 16 with a salary range of
$1266.80 to $1370.80 for 35 hours work per week. The library roster operates
on a 19 day month including one Saturday in each 4 week period. You may be
asked to work outside of the designated hours from time to time to meet the
operational needs of the services. Tamworth Regional Council offers a range of
employee benefits to successful applicants.

  
Please contact Kay Delahunt on (02) 6767 5260 if you have any further queries
or require any additional information.

  
Applicants are required to submit a current Resume outlining relevant
employment experience. In addition to the Resume, applicants must also address
the Selection Criteria listed in the position description.

  
To apply, download the Learning & Digital Services Librarian Information
Package from www.tamworth.nsw.gov.au/jobs. This includes the Position
Description which lists the Selection Criteria, Employment Application Form,
Applicant Checklist and the Physical Requirements of the Position. The
preferred format for submitting job applications is using Council's Employment
Application Form. Applications can be emailed to
jobapplicati...@tamworth.nsw.gov.au

  
Applications must be received by 12:00pm Thursday 10 January 2013. Applicants
who do not have internet access should send their applications quoting the PV
number to:

  
The Recruitment Officer

Tamworth Regional Council

PO Box 555

Tamworth NSW 2340

  
Tamworth Regional Council is a non-smoking workplace and is committed to the
principles and practices of Equal Opportunity and Cultural Diversity.



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Metadata Librarian at Western Carolina University

2012-12-11 Thread jobs

Hunter Library seeks an enthusiastic librarian with an interest in digital
projects, institutional repositories, traditional MARC based cataloging and
supervision.

  
The Metadata Librarian will participate in planning and implementing digital
projects including exploring new technologies in metadata applications;
metadata schema adaptation; developing standards, policies and procedures;
training library staff to create and apply metadata; and project management.
The metadata librarian will create MARC and non-MARC metadata. The ideal
candidate will work well with diverse stakeholders, be able to manage complex
workflows and participate in the creation of digital projects that have both
immediate appeal and lasting significance. This position will report to the
Head of Content Organization and Management, but will work in close
collaboration with other library units.

  
The Metadata librarian will be involved in ongoing projects such as the
Picturing Appalachia and the Stories of Mountain Folk projects
http://www.wcu.edu/28205.asp and will also be expected to participate in the
development of new digital projects. The metadata librarian will also have
responsibility for cataloging traditional library materials such as books and
non-print resources.

  
New library school graduates with relevant knowledge/experience are encouraged
to apply for this position.

  
Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications. Minimum salary is
$43,000. This is a twelve-month, tenure-track position with a generous 24 days
of vacation leave annually. Choice of retirement plans includes Fidelity,
Lincoln, TIAA-CREF, VALIC, or the North Carolina State retirement system.

  
Hunter Library shares an online catalog with two other university libraries
that comprise the Western North Carolina Library Network. Western Carolina
University is one of the 17 senior institutions of the University of North
Carolina and is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Western is
a fast growing, regional comprehensive university with approximately 9,600
students. The university is located in one of the major recreational areas in
the Southeast, situated between the Great Smoky Mountains and the Blue Ridge
Mountains. While in a rural setting, the university is only one hour from
Asheville and three hours from Atlanta and Charlotte.

  
Minimum Qualifications

  * A Masters of Library Science or equivalent, from an ALA accredited school 
is required. Knowledge of one or more of the following metadata standards: 
Dublin Core, HTML, XML, MODS, etc. Knowledge of AACR2, MARC, LCSH and LC 
classification and OCLC.
  * Knowledge of integrated library systems such as Innovative Interface's 
Sierra system. Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as 
collaboratively with project teams. Effective oral, written and interpersonal 
communication skills.
Preferred qualifications include experience with applying metadata standards
to describe digital collections; experience with digital library platforms
such as CONTENTdm; experience cataloging traditional library materials;
knowledge of RDA; supervisory experience; experience with digital image and
text creation (scanning); experience with archives and archival practice;
experience with EAD; experience with institutional repositories; experience
with MarcEdit; experience with Drupal or another content management system
used in libraries and experience in an academic library
environment.

  
Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications. Minimum salary is
$43,000



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Temporary Production Assistant at StoryCorps

2012-12-11 Thread jobs

**Posted by:** StoryCorps

Brooklyn, NY, US

Job Title: Production Assistant (Temporary)

Department: Production

Division: Programs

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Reports To: Production Manager

Status: Full-Time, Temporary, Exempt

Position Overview:

The Production Assistant will provide administrative and technical support to
the production department, primarily assisting producers working on a year-
long project to create multi-media stories for web distribution.

This position is responsible for maintaining a production schedule, arranging
travel, and overseeing logistics for national interviews to be executed by
StoryCorps producers, as well as through StoryCorps' Door-to-Door recording
service. The Production Assistant will also handle the cataloging and
archiving of interview materials collected for this project, and will work
closely with the Production Manager to track progress and report on this year-
long project's goals.

StoryCorps seeks to tell stories from an inclusive range of American voices --
from our Griot Initiative to preserve stories of African Americans, to our
Historias Initiative to collect the experiences of Latinos. Candidates with
work experience in and knowledge of diverse communities are strongly
encouraged to apply; experience in Latino and/or African American communities
is strongly preferred.

The Temporary Production Assistant position has an end date of December 31,
2013.

Excellent benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, Flexible
Spending Account, 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan, Employee Assistance Plan,
and TransitCheks; also includes paid time off (vacation, sick leave, personal
days, and holidays).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

  * Provide general administrative and technical support to the production 
team, including databasing interviews and helping Production Manager file 
reports
  * Track and file interview materials
  * Handle communication, logistics, and travel for StoryCorps recording days 
conducted in partnership with outside organizations
  * Serve as an active member of the StoryCorps Production department, 
including participation in departmental meetings and project teams
  * Perform other duties to support the Production function as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Qualifications:

Required:

  * 1-2 years experience in an editorial environment
  * Bachelor's degree
  * Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
  * Proficiency in Microsoft Office word processing, spreadsheet, email, and 
Adobe Photoshop
  * Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills
  * Exceptional organization skills, multi-tasking ability, and attention to 
detail
  * Ability to be flexible and adaptable in order to contribute to 
problem-solving activities within a growing, changing organization
  * Cultural competence and the ability to work successfully with diverse 
groups of people

Preferred:

  * Proficiency on a Mac platform
  * Basic skills or fluency in a language other than English; Spanish fluency 
preferable
  * Working knowledge of ProTools or a similar digital audio editing program



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[CODE4LIB] Job Opening - IT Analyst

2012-12-11 Thread Michele R Combs

The Syracuse University Libraries is seeking an Information Technology (IT) 
Analyst to support its growing development of customized web-based solutions 
for both patron facing and back-end administrative tools.  Under the general 
direction of the Senior Information Technology Programmer/Analyst and in 
collaboration with library staff, the Information Technology (IT) Analyst will 
assist in architecting, designing, developing, and implementing customized, 
complex database driven technical solutions for the Syracuse University Library 
in an effort to provide intuitive interfaces for users and automate processes 
where necessary. This position is responsible for high-end web and mobile 
application development efforts for but not limited to: the Library website, 
various third party research tool customization, and grant funded projects.

For more information and to apply go to:
https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/47574

Re: [CODE4LIB] c4l13 on Lanyrd

2012-12-11 Thread Patrick Berry

So, since I just cranked this out this afternoon, very few criteria...in
fact just one: we're you listed at the bottom of this web page:
http://tigger.uic.edu/~kayiwa/code4lib.html

I haven't listed any people on the various committees or anything like that.


On Tue, Dec 11, 2012 at 2:57 PM, Cynthia Ng  wrote:

> Curious, what criteria are you using to say someone is "involved"?
>
> On Tue, Dec 11, 2012 at 5:44 PM, Patrick Berry  wrote:
> > Yes, once again I thought it would be fun to duplicate all the
> information
> > from the web site into Lanyrd.  Yes, people routinely point out that I'm
> > not that bright.  C'est la vie.
> >
> > http://lanyrd.com/2013/c4l13/
> >
> > I'm missing a ton of twitter handles.  If I missed yours, well, you
> already
> > know I'm not that bright.  But let me know and I'll fix it up!  If you
> spot
> > anything that you can't change yourself, let me know and I'll fix it up!
> >
> > I'm in the process of claiming the event, which supposedly gives one
> access
> > to "advanced tools" and whatnot.  We shall see how that goes.
> >
> > Cheers,
> > Pat
>

Re: [CODE4LIB] c4l13 on Lanyrd

2012-12-11 Thread Cynthia Ng

Curious, what criteria are you using to say someone is "involved"?

On Tue, Dec 11, 2012 at 5:44 PM, Patrick Berry  wrote:
> Yes, once again I thought it would be fun to duplicate all the information
> from the web site into Lanyrd.  Yes, people routinely point out that I'm
> not that bright.  C'est la vie.
>
> http://lanyrd.com/2013/c4l13/
>
> I'm missing a ton of twitter handles.  If I missed yours, well, you already
> know I'm not that bright.  But let me know and I'll fix it up!  If you spot
> anything that you can't change yourself, let me know and I'll fix it up!
>
> I'm in the process of claiming the event, which supposedly gives one access
> to "advanced tools" and whatnot.  We shall see how that goes.
>
> Cheers,
> Pat

[CODE4LIB] c4l13 on Lanyrd

2012-12-11 Thread Patrick Berry

Yes, once again I thought it would be fun to duplicate all the information
from the web site into Lanyrd.  Yes, people routinely point out that I'm
not that bright.  C'est la vie.

http://lanyrd.com/2013/c4l13/

I'm missing a ton of twitter handles.  If I missed yours, well, you already
know I'm not that bright.  But let me know and I'll fix it up!  If you spot
anything that you can't change yourself, let me know and I'll fix it up!

I'm in the process of claiming the event, which supposedly gives one access
to "advanced tools" and whatnot.  We shall see how that goes.

Cheers,
Pat

[CODE4LIB] Job: Database/IT Administrator at HistoryMakers

2012-12-11 Thread jobs

**Posted by:** The HistoryMakers

Chicago, IL, US

_The HistoryMakers_, a 501 (c ) (3) non profit African American video oral
history archive, seeks to hire a **Full Time Database/IT Administrator** in a
cross-platform MAC/OS, Windows environment. Your responsibilities will
include, but not be limited to, the following:

  * Maintenance of the organization's system architecture and IT network 
consisting of approximately 30 Windows workstations and Windows 2008 server 
running Xendata HSM, a NAS Appliance, an LTO-4 Library, 2 Apple X-Serve 
Servers; Duties may include setting up administrator and service accounts, 
maintaining system documentation, tuning system performance, installing system 
wide software, validating and implementing critical system patches, installing 
server hardware, and allocating mass storage space. Interacts with users and 
evaluates vendor products.
  * Front tier support for a digital video network and archival network 
comprised of a Database administrator for organization's Microsoft Access, 
MYSQL, FileMaker and Drupal databases ensuring the accuracy, interconnectivity 
of all system databases;
  * Define and analyze data requirements needed to support the business 
processes within the scope of corresponding information systems.
  * Clean up and maintenance of the organization's FileMaker Pro, Microsoft 
Access, MYSQL and Drupal databases.

Desired skills:

  * Have great communication skills and project coordination skills
  * Must be flexible and extremely well organized
  * Must be able to learn on one's feet
  * Must be knowledgeable and experienced with Microsoft Access and/or 
FileMaker Pro
  * Must be experienced at system documentation and file management
  * 2+ years of experience with the clean up, maintenance and design of 
FileMaker Pro and Microsoft Access databases along with their associated 
applications; database clean up, design and development using SQL Server 2008, 
SQL Queries, Apple OSX Server and X-Serve hardware, stored procedures, views, 
SQL Reporting Services, etc.;
  * 1-3 years of experience with Microsoft 2003/2007 Server or Small Business 
Server and with Active Directory and Exchange and familiarity with layer 2-3 
networking concepts including commonly used TCP-UDP ports, IPD subnet 
addressing and routing and basic network troubleshooting;
  * Detailed-oriented and committed to the organization's mission with the 
ability to work 50-60 hours per week; and
  * Prior experience with an early stage organization and the desire to work in 
a non-profit environment

_The HistoryMakers_ is a growing and dynamic 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit
organization dedicated to creating an unprecedented national video oral
history archival institution recording the stories of both well known and
unsung African American HistoryMakers. The goal is to record at least 5000
oral history interviews and to expose this material to the public through
strategic media, technology, academic and community partnerships.



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Information Technology Analyst at Syracuse University

2012-12-11 Thread jobs

**Job Description**  
  
Under the general direction of Senior Information Technology
Programmer/Analyst and in collaboration with library staff, the Information
Technology(IT)Analyst will assist in architecting, designing, developing, and
implementing customized, complex database driven technical solutions for the
Syracuse University Library in an effort to provide intuitive interfaces for
users and automate processes where necessary. This position is responsible for
high-end web and mobile application development efforts for but not limited
to: the Library website, various third party research tool customization, and
grant funded projects.

  
  
**Job Specific Qualifications**  
  
Bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems or related field

  
Knowledgeable with various programming languages and proficient with a few
major ones

Experienced with HTML, JavaScript, CSS, PHP, and MySQL

  
Experience developing for both desktop and mobile web platforms

  
Familiar with various operating systems including Windows, OS X, and Linux

  
Familiar with/strong interest in emerging trends in digital libraries and
recommends technologies and tools for the Library's digital projects

  
Ability to prioritize, multi-task, and manage work toward project time lines

  
Is a good communicator and team player

  
Ability to work collaboratively on multi-disciplinary teams

  
  
**Responsibilities**  
  
Participates in the planning, customizing, developing, designing, and testing
library web applications, productivity systems (ILS, Illiad, etc.), digital
collection solutions (contentDM, etc.), and open-source systems

  
Participates in developing and enhancing the Library's web presence,
implementing appropriate technological and design techniques

  
Adherence's to web development technical standards, best practices

  
Installs, maintains and troubleshoots web content management and other Library
systems server infrastructure

  
Installs, evaluates, implements, and customizes Open Source computing
solutions

  
Write programs using HTML, JavaScript, CSS, PHP, and MySQL

  
Performs interactive debugging to test and analyze program failures

  
Assesses new standards, technologies, and trends

  
Creates and adapts web-based tools such as wikis, blogs, widgets, etc.

  
Investigates, diagnoses, and resolving Library interface application problems

  
Analyzes and reports relevant statistics and other related data on systems'
usage

  
Establishes and maintains cross-platform and cross-browser compatibility
ensuring accessibility from a variety of environments and providing suitable
access by individuals with disabilities

  
Creates system and program documentation as needed for new and existing
systems

  
Recommends changes to existing systems or implements new systems as needed to
improve the efficiency of the system or the process

  
Reviews requests for system modifications and analyzes the complexity, scope,
and feasibility of implementing the changes

  
Performs other duties as assigned

  
  
**Application**  
  
Please view full job description and complete an application here:

[https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/47574](https://www.sujobopps.com/postings/
47574)



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Re: [CODE4LIB] Request for submissions: Code4Lib 2013 T-Shirt designs!

2012-12-11 Thread Devon

Well, since you bring it up, I'm the maintainer for the Code4lib cafepress
store. And I'm looking to pass that on to someone else. If anyone is
interested in taking that on, or knowing that entails, let me know.

Devon


On Tue, Dec 11, 2012 at 3:13 PM, Tom Keays  wrote:

> Doubt it was intended as a conference shirt, but, yeah, I'd buy it as
> general C4L merch. Cafepress or Zazzle anyone?  Beat it proudly, people.
>
> On Tue, Dec 11, 2012 at 8:29 AM, Mark Sullivan 
> wrote:
>
> > I thought we had settled on Michael Doran's design?
> >
> > __**__
> > Mark Sullivan
> > Executive Director
> > IDS Project
> > Milne Library
> > 1 College Circle
> > SUNY Geneseo
> > Geneseo, NY 14454
> > (585) 245-5172
> >
> >
> > On 12/10/2012 2:57 PM, Andreas Orphanides wrote:
> >
> >> Hey Code4Libbers,
> >>
> >> The time has come once again to create the official Code4Lib 2013 tee
> >> shirt! If you're interested in submitting a design, please head over to
> >> the
> >> wiki:
> >>
> >> Code4Lib 2013 T-Shirt Design
> >> Proposals >> shirt_design_proposals<
> http://wiki.code4lib.org/index.php/2013_t-shirt_design_proposals>
> >> >
> >>
> >> The basics:
> >>
> >> - One submission per person, please. (But you don't need to be
> >> attending
> >> to submit a design!)
> >> - T-shirt designs should be 1-sided, single color designs suitable
> for
> >> screenprinting.
> >> - You should have a print-ready version of your design available
> when
> >> you submit it.
> >> - If you'd like, you can add a line or two of explanatory text to
> your
> >> submission to explain your concept, indicate color specifications,
> >> etc.
> >> - All proposals posted to the above wiki page while the calendar
> year
> >> is
> >> still 2012 will be considered.
> >>
> >> Get your submissions in by December 31, 2012! If you've got any
> questions,
> >> drop me a line!
> >>
> >> -Dre, on behalf of the C4L 2013 tee shirt committee
> >>
> >
> >
>



-- 
Sent from my GMail account.

Re: [CODE4LIB] Request for submissions: Code4Lib 2013 T-Shirt designs!

2012-12-11 Thread Tom Keays

Doubt it was intended as a conference shirt, but, yeah, I'd buy it as
general C4L merch. Cafepress or Zazzle anyone?  Beat it proudly, people.

On Tue, Dec 11, 2012 at 8:29 AM, Mark Sullivan  wrote:

> I thought we had settled on Michael Doran's design?
>
> __**__
> Mark Sullivan
> Executive Director
> IDS Project
> Milne Library
> 1 College Circle
> SUNY Geneseo
> Geneseo, NY 14454
> (585) 245-5172
>
>
> On 12/10/2012 2:57 PM, Andreas Orphanides wrote:
>
>> Hey Code4Libbers,
>>
>> The time has come once again to create the official Code4Lib 2013 tee
>> shirt! If you're interested in submitting a design, please head over to
>> the
>> wiki:
>>
>> Code4Lib 2013 T-Shirt Design
>> Proposals> shirt_design_proposals
>> >
>>
>> The basics:
>>
>> - One submission per person, please. (But you don't need to be
>> attending
>> to submit a design!)
>> - T-shirt designs should be 1-sided, single color designs suitable for
>> screenprinting.
>> - You should have a print-ready version of your design available when
>> you submit it.
>> - If you'd like, you can add a line or two of explanatory text to your
>> submission to explain your concept, indicate color specifications,
>> etc.
>> - All proposals posted to the above wiki page while the calendar year
>> is
>> still 2012 will be considered.
>>
>> Get your submissions in by December 31, 2012! If you've got any questions,
>> drop me a line!
>>
>> -Dre, on behalf of the C4L 2013 tee shirt committee
>>
>
>

[CODE4LIB] Re posting - Web Applications Developer / USAID Knowledge Services Center / Washington, DC

2012-12-11 Thread Suzanne Richards

Apologies for the cross postings . . . . .
LAC Group is seeking a full-time Web Applications Developer to join a contract 
supporting USAID's Knowledge Services Center.   In order to be considered, 
candidates for the role of Application Development Specialist must have a 
bachelors in computer science, information management, information science or 
related degree; or in a related field, as well as some experience in 
international development, 2-4 years' experience may be substituted; additional 
2-4 years' experience in relational, statistical, library, textual, document 
and content management database application integration and administration and 
internet related software. The Web Application Developer  will be part of a 
dynamic, multi-unit team of information professionals.  Must be a United States 
Citizen in order to be considered.
 Responsibilities:
This position will be responsible for support, adaptation and integration of 
COTS web and client/server applications, which will support USAID and the 
Knowledge Services Center.  The applicant must have knowledge and experience in 
web-based and database driven application development.  The Web Application 
Developer is expected to conduct system analysis, development and routine 
maintenance, with limited support from professional staff, to keep systems 
current with changing technologies. Responsibilities will include but not be 
limited to:

  *   Analyze, define and document system requirements for data, workflow, 
logical processes, interfaces with other systems, auditing, reporting 
requirements and production configuration.
  *   Write and maintain functional and technical specifications.
  *   Create test plans, test data sets and automated testing to ensure all 
components of the system meet specifications.
  *   Analyze code for problem resolution and performance optimizations.
  *   Provide technical consulting and respond to error reports, problems or 
questions.
  *   Analyze, install and test commercial software for internal use. Provide 
technical support for third party systems integrated with USAID applications.
  *   Monitor the performance of USAID applications and servers and assist with 
technical support as required.
  *   Write or contribute to instructions or manuals to guide end users.
  *   Work as a team with employees for whom programs are being maintained or 
developed and interact in a positive and friendly manner with clients and 
coworkers.
 Qualifications and Experience:

  *   Must have a Bachelor's degree in in computer science, information 
management, information science or related degree.
  *   Demonstrated experience in computer programming and analysis in a client 
server environment including C#, ASP.NET, Java, JavaScript, and 
Perl.
  *   Demonstrated experience in development with a Microsoft SQL Server 
environment and experience with HTML5, CSS, XSLT, XML, and JSON.
  *   Demonstrated experience with software versioning and change control.
  *   Ability to debug problems caused by hardware, operating systems software, 
application programs, or network failures.
  *   Be familiar with the rules regarding software interface design set by 
Section 508 - Amendment to the Rehabilitation Act.
  *   Be familiar with both Visual Studio and Net Beans IDE.
  *   Demonstrated experience with Mobile Platform Development.
  *   Demonstrated experience in user needs analysis, systems design and 
systems testing using industry accepted techniques for debugging, fixing and 
improving applications throughout their development life-cycle.
  *   Demonstrated experience in relational, statistical, library, textual, 
document and content management database application design and administration.
  *   Ability to learn new technologies very quickly and resolve any problems 
involved in integrating new technologies.
  *   Demonstrated knowledge and application of a variety of PC operating 
systems, software packages and utilities.
  *   Must have excellent written communication skills and demonstrated 
organizational, interpersonal and problem solving skills.
  *   Must be able to work independently and as a team member
For more information & to apply, please visit http://goo.gl/E8GXD
LAC Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and values 
diversity in the workforce.
LAC Group is a premier provider of recruiting and consultancy services for 
information professionals at U.S. and global organizations including Fortune 
100 companies, law firms, pharmaceutical companies, large academic institutions 
and prominent government agencies.

Re: [CODE4LIB] Question abt the code4libwomen idea

2012-12-11 Thread Wilhelmina Randtke

MJ Ray,

OK, ctrl+F did not work, because the email said "for just" but you said
"just for".  Actually, no two words in your quote were in sequence in the
email you tried to quote.  So much for ctrl+F.

Casual discrimination against women and disabled doesn't mean you get a
pass to say none of this matters.  Interacting specifically with other
people who have to live your issues and don't just look at them
intellectually (this interaction is what the women here are trying to do)
is not quite the same as denying that other people face issues (what both
of us have experienced at some point).

If it helps, I use Webbie and Thunder to audio browse websites I work on,
because then I am more likely to notice glaringly obvious things like the
recaptcha.  But, yeah, going into pretty much any subscription database
with only audio from a screen reader is a lost cause.

-Wilhelmina Randtke


On Mon, Dec 10, 2012 at 7:30 PM, MJ Ray  wrote:

> Wilhelmina Randtke asked:
> > When you say someone referred to "a group just for women", did you mean
> > when Bohyun Kim said "interests in a space for women"?
> >
> > Because if you did, then you should not have used quotes, since you were
> > not quoting.  If that language you don't like came from somewhere else,
> > then please be more specific, because I didn't see it at the start of
> this
> > thread that I'm emailing on.
>
> That language is in the second paragraph of the email dated Fri, 7 Dec
> 2012 16:13:47 + from Bohyun Kim, but I apologise for having put
> the a in the quote marks.  It should have been outside them, as I cut
> part of "a small support and discussion group for just women".  I
> guess I hit the editing keys badly on Friday.
>
> It's very disappointing that no-one else seems willing to challenge
> that behaviour and so many are actively supporting it.  I feel like
> we're still in the dark ages.  Two wrongs do not make a right and two
> discriminations - one unconscious and one conscious - does not make
> equality.
>
> Joshua Gomez suggested:
> > [...] And I don't think that reverse discrimination is the true
> > concern of most of those that have voiced opinions against a
> > sub-community for women (at least I hope not).
>
> I don't think that suggesting everyone who disagrees with one's view
> is insincere or dishonest or something is a good idea.
>
> Personally, my concern isn't that it is reverse discrimination - it's
> that it is still discrimination.  I don't feel that past sins excuse
> further ones.
>
> > [...] And since I am not a member of the group that has been
> > discriminated against I don't think I or anyone else not in that group
> > should try to dissuade them from doing what is in their best interest.
>
> I am not a member of *that* group that has been discriminated against,
> but I am a member of one minority that is routinely discriminated
> against in a pretty direct way - code4lib's wiki suggests we are not
> human, as I mentioned in another mail on Friday:
> https://listserv.nd.edu/cgi-bin/wa?A2=ind1212&L=CODE4LIB&D=0&P=167926
> - and I am not dissuading women from doing what is in their best
> interest, but I believe setting up another discriminatory group is not
> in anyone's best interests.  The best thing would be to do similar as
> we do for accessibility and have mixed groups like fixtheweb.net
> working together to dismantle the barriers.
>
> Regards,
> --
> MJ Ray (slef), member of www.software.coop, a for-more-than-profit co-op.
> http://koha-community.org supporter, web and library systems developer.
> In My Opinion Only: see http://mjr.towers.org.uk/email.html
> Available for hire (including development) at http://www.software.coop/
>

[CODE4LIB] Job: Digital Library Internship at Villanova University

2012-12-11 Thread jobs

Posting Number: 2012737S

Position Title: Digital Library Internship Spring 2013

Position Type: Staff

Recruitment Type: Internal/External Applicants

Work Schedule: Temporary

Department: 288-Falvey Library

Position Summary:

The Villanova Digital Library, part of Villanova University's Falvey Memorial
Library, located in Villanova PA, has available a dynamic and innovative
internship position for the Spring 2013 academic semester.

  
The primary mission of Villanova's Digital Library is accomplished through the
ongoing development, maintenance, and preservation of digital collections and
online digital library resources. These include materials such as medieval
manuscripts, letters, typescripts, books, photographs, maps, sheet music,
posters and broadsides, newspapers.

  
Duties and Responsibilities:

  
Interns will work a 20 hour work week, with flexible work scheduling;
beginning and ending dates are also flexible.

  
During the course of the internship, an intern will follow a project through
the development life cycle and will acquire and enhance digital project
management skills. Activities may include image preparation and quality
control, metadata creation (possibly including text encoding), transcription,
scanning, web site development, student supervision, computer programming, and
interface evaluation.

  
In addition, the intern will have the opportunity to assist in digital
preservation activities.

  
Participates in the development of metadata by following project-specific
guidelines and procedures and by adhering to established national and local
standards.

  
Maintains quality control and project goals by reviewing work, site proofing,
monitoring of OCR, SGML and XML output, and record editing and updating as
necessary.

  
Assists in development of supplemental contextual materials for a designated
project.

  
Maintains statistical records of production by monitoring the material flowing
through the unit and resolving work-flow problems.

  
Maintains flexibility and awareness of changes in department by assuming other
duties and responsibilities as assigned.

  
Enhances database quality and searchability by collaborating with staff on
database design issues.

  
Minimum Qualifications:

  
Interest in digitization in cultural heritage settings;

Ability to perform diverse and complex tasks with accuracy and attention to
detail;

Ability to exercise independent judgment;

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships;

Ability to work successfully in a production-oriented environment;

Ability to direct the work of others; Good written and oral communication
skills;

Working knowledge of historical research methodology and experience with
standard bibliographic tools;

Creativity required

  
Preferred Qualifications:

  
Familiarity with digital projects preferred; Coursework or experience in
cataloging and/or archival description preferred.

Experience with digital imaging and OCR preferred.

Experience in an archival or museum setting preferred.

Current graduate students in a library science, archival studies/public
history, museum studies, or computer or information science program are
encouraged to apply.

Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:

Ability to stand and sit for 3-5 hours at a time;

Ability to lift 20 lbs. on an occasional basis.

Special Message to Applicants:

Transcripts are required; copies may be included electronically with originals
provided if granted an interview.

  
Posting Date: 12/06/2012

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled Yes

Salary Posting Information:

$15.00/hour

  
Salary Band:

Job Classification: Non-Exempt



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Metadata Librarian at Western Carolina University

2012-12-11 Thread jobs

Hunter Library seeks an enthusiastic librarian with an interest in digital
projects, institutional repositories, traditional MARC based cataloging and
supervision.

  
The Metadata Librarian will participate in planning and implementing digital
projects including exploring new technologies in metadata applications;
metadata schema adaptation; developing standards, policies and procedures;
training library staff to create and apply metadata; and project management.
The metadata librarian will create MARC and non-MARC metadata. The ideal
candidate will work well with diverse stakeholders, be able to manage complex
workflows and participate in the creation of digital projects that have both
immediate appeal and lasting significance. This position will report to the
Head of Content Organization and Management, but will work in close
collaboration with other library units.

  
The Metadata librarian will be involved in ongoing projects such as the
Picturing Appalachia and the Stories of Mountain Folk projects <
http://www.wcu.edu/28205.asp> and will also be expected to participate in the
development of new digital projects. The metadata librarian will also have
responsibility for cataloging traditional library materials such as books and
non-print resources

  
New library school graduates with relevant knowledge/experience are encouraged
to apply for this position.

  
Qualifications: A Masters of Library Science or equivalent, from an ALA
accredited school is required. Knowledge of one or more of the following
metadata standards: Dublin Core, HTML, XML, MODS, etc. Knowledge of AACR2,
MARC, LCSH and LC classification and OCLC.

  
Knowledge of integrated library systems such as Innovative Interface's Sierra
system. Demonstrated ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively
with project teams. Effective oral, written and interpersonal communication
skills.

  
Preferred qualifications include experience with applying metadata standards
to describe digital collections; experience with digital library platforms
such as CONTENTdm; experience cataloging traditional library materials;
knowledge of RDA; supervisory experience; experience with digital image and
text creation (scanning); experience with archives and archival practice;
experience with EAD; experience with institutional repositories; experience
with MarcEdit; experience with Drupal or another content management system
used in libraries and experience in an academic library environment.

  
Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications. Minimum salary is
$43,000. This is a twelve-month, tenure-track position with a generous 24 days
of vacation leave annually. Choice of retirement plans includes Fidelity,
Lincoln, TIAA-CREF, VALIC, or the North Carolina State retirement system.

  
Hunter Library shares an online catalog with two other university libraries
that comprise the Western North Carolina Library Network. Western Carolina
University is one of the 17 senior institutions of the University of North
Carolina and is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. Western is
a fast growing, regional comprehensive university with approximately 9,600
students. The university is located in one of the major recreational areas in
the Southeast, situated between the Great Smoky Mountains and the Blue Ridge
Mountains. While in a rural setting, the university is only one hour from
Asheville and three hours from Atlanta and Charlotte.

  
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the
position is filled.

  
Applicants are asked to apply online. Hard copy applications materials will
not be considered. You will be required to attach a letter of application,
resume and a list of three references (include names and telephone numbers).



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Archives Technician at Portman Holdings

2012-12-11 Thread jobs

Position Purpose:

Managing records and databases to archive a large collection of architectural
drawings.

  
Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities:

Duties include the organization, scanning, cataloguing, data entry, and re-
packing of large architectural drawing sheets. Additional job duties include
assisting in the management of the Portman art collection, including
maintaining the art database and files.

  
Maintain the established archiving procedures, including tracking of projects
through Excel spreadsheets, archived digital image scans, and Microsoft Access
database.

  
Accurately and efficiently catalogue, identify media type, and record
condition information for a variety of drawing types.

  
Error free transfer of information during data entry. Must be able to stay
focused and engaged during routine and repetitive tasks.

  
Provide drawing archives reference services to Portman staff and prepare
estimates for archiving projects as requested.

  
Careful maintenance and proper handling of delicate works on paper through the
scanning and repacking process.

  
Work with Digital Archivist to identify records, artwork, and information to
supplement the Archon digital archives.

  
Maintain artwork database and files, including entry of location and status
changes in a timely fashion.

  
Research and report on art collection through use of GalleryPro collections
database.

  
Assist with the management of the art collection as project coordinator for
special projects including: appraisals, photography, loans, exhibitions and
publications.

  
  
Minimum Qualifications:

  
Must be proficient in Microsoft Access and Excel.

  
Bachelor's degree in a related field of study or 2 years work experience in
archives management, library science, museum registration, art history or
architecture a plus.

  
Must be detail-oriented and sensitive to the necessity of accurate record-
keeping.

  
  
Preferred Qualifications:

  
Experience managing art collections in a relational database a plus.

  
Experience handling delicate, fragile or otherwise sensitive materials and/or
works of art.

  
Experience using other software such as Photo Shop, GalleryPro, etc.

  
2 years in Archive Management

  
  
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies:

  
Demonstrated work experience with database maintenance, entry, and reporting.

  
Must be self-motivated and able to work independently to see projects through
to completion.

  
Solid individual contributor skills

  
Ability to multitask

  
Adept at working alone on long arduous projects

  
Place of Work:

Portman Holdings Corporate Headquarters

SunTrust Gardens Plaza

303 Peachtree Center Avenue, NE

Suite 575

Atlanta, GA 30303

  
Portman Holdings offers an excellent compensation and benefits package,
including medical, dental, vision and life insurance, 401K plan with employer
match, and a generous vacation/sick plan. Qualified candidates should send
their resume and salary history to care...@portmanholdings.com with the
subject line "Archives Technician."

  
About Portman Holdings

Portman Holdings, LLC is a real estate development, investment and management
company with an international presence and a rich history of developing
premier projects that spans five decades and three continents. Our founder,
John Portman, pioneered the concept of architect as developer, successfully
building both an architectural firm of international repute as well as a host
of affiliated real estate development, financing and management companies.

  
Today, Portman Holdings' multi-faceted expertise sets the standard of
excellence for the development of mixed-use complexes and urban landmarks
around the world. These include hotels, office buildings, retail spaces,
residences, and trade marts - projects that set the standard for marquee real
estate developments. For additional information, visit
www.portmanholdings.com.

  
  
Source: Thanks to Renna T. for this one!



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Educational Technology Specialist at Michigan State University

2012-12-11 Thread jobs

The College of Education at Michigan State University is seeking an
educational technology specialist with significant experience in the area of
video analysis of teaching and learning. The initial position will be
available as early as January, 2013 for an initial fixed term appointment of
one year. Renewal of the appointment for up to 3 years is possible.

  
The College of Education plans to build on its strong history of research on
teaching and learning by developing a facility and associated tools to support
coding, storage, retrieval, and analysis of video recordings of interactions
between teachers and students. The specialist will have the opportunity to
work with faculty and doctoral students as they design and conduct research
projects that use both existing recordings and newly collected video data.
Working in the collaboration with faculty, the specialist will play a central
role in designing, constructing, maintaining, and updating a state-of-the-art
system for video analysis.

  
Qualification:

We desire applicants who have a background in storage, coding, and analysis of
multi-media data. Experience connected to classroom instruction in K-12 or
higher education is also desirable. The successful candidate will likely have
3 or more years of successful experience working with researchers using multi-
media data and/or teaching at a K-12 or university level. A master's degree or
higher in educational technology or information sciences, or equivalent, is
required. The candidates must have appropriate technological knowledge to
design the video laboratory, including knowledge of databases and meta-data,
multi-media systems, audio and video recording of educational settings, and
processes for sharing, editing and archiving research data.

  
Applications:

Applications are to be submitted to the MSU jobs site at http://jobs.msu.edu/.
The position number is 7104. In the application, candidates should submit a
letter of interest addressing qualifications and interest in the position,
provide a resume that highlights relevant experience, and provide the names
and email contact information for three professional references that have
knowledge of the work specified for this position. The review of applications
will begin January 3, 2013 and will continue until a successful candidate is
identified. Questions concerning the position may be submitted by e-mail to
the search committee chair, Robert Floden, Distinguished Professor and
Associate Dean for Research, at flo...@msu.edu.

  
MSU is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and is committed to
achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university encourages
applications of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with
disabilities.



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Head of Special Collections at University of Baltimore

2012-12-11 Thread jobs

Vacancy Number 2013-017

  
Position Type: Faculty position with benefits package

Opens: 12/07/12 Closes: Open Until Filled

Salary: $65,000 - $68,000

  
NOTE: Apply by 1/18/2013 for best consideration; position
is open until filled.

  
The University of Baltimore's Langsdale Library is seeking a Head of Special
Collections to provide leadership in the administration and operation of the
department, supervising two full-time archivists, one contract professional
employee, student assistants, interns and volunteers. The
successful candidate will direct the department in developing and implementing
a strategic vision that is closely aligned with the library and the
University's strategic plan. This includes outreach in the community and
actively engaging in seeking and acquiring grant funding for special
projects. He/she will oversee the work of the University
Archivist in support of the University Archives Program and the local history
archivist to support management of the Baltimore Regional Studies Archives.
The Head of Special Collections will also oversee the department's initiative
to systematically create metadata and catalog digital collections into the
library's catalog and content management system for greater access and
discovery. He/she will work closely with other department
heads to integrate Special Collections into reference and instruction. This
full-time faculty appointment actively participates on University of Baltimore
and University System of Maryland and Affiliated Institution (USMAI)
committees and task groups. Employment offer is contingent
on final position funding.

  
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  
Master's degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association.

Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible experience in an academic or
research library special collections department.

Successful administrative or supervisory experience in a collaborative work
environment

Demonstrated experience in grant writing.

Experience in archival collections management.

Demonstrated awareness of new models of scholarship and instruction using
archival materials and demonstrated use of technology in teaching and
learning.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to work independently and collaboratively with colleagues

Ability to support the work of a diverse range of visiting scholars and
University students, staff, and faculty.

Knowledge of current/emerging archival description standards and access
systems for physical and digital holdings.

TO APPLY: Submit your cover letter and
resume to ash...@ubalt.edu.

  
UB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Compliant Employer & Title
IX Institution.



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Re: [CODE4LIB] Blacklight implementation at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

2012-12-11 Thread ddwiggins

+1 -- would definitely like to read more about this process. We're doing 
something similar to pull data from multiple databases into Solr, but with a 
custom-built frontend (IE no Blacklight). This would be a very useful case 
study.
 
-David

 
__
 
David Dwiggins
Systems Librarian/Archivist, Historic New England
141 Cambridge Street, Boston, MA 02114
(617) 994-5948
ddwigg...@historicnewengland.org
http://www.historicnewengland.org
>>> Francis Kayiwa  12/11/2012 11:56 AM >>>
On Tue, Dec 11, 2012 at 11:50:38AM -0500, Levy, Michael wrote:
> For our commercial ILS, of course SolrMarc was the thing. I started with
> the default Blacklight configuration and customized that. The MARC export
> is completely updated nightly.
> 
> The collections management system provided a Java API, and programmers here
> (not me) created a Solr XML file, created nightly and updated into Solr.
You're doing this wrong if this is not an article on code4lib journal.

I'd read it! :-)

./fxk


-- 
There are people so addicted to exaggeration
that they can't tell the truth without lying.
-- Josh Billings

Re: [CODE4LIB] Request for submissions: Code4Lib 2013 T-Shirt designs!

2012-12-11 Thread Karen Coyle

:-) But just a bit too close to home. A whole table of folks wearing 
this would encourage binge drinking, maudlin singing ("Danny Boy" 
anyone?), and a general loss of productivity.


Which doesn't mean I'm agin' it.

- kc


On 12/11/12 5:29 AM, Mark Sullivan wrote:

I thought we had settled on Michael Doran's design?


Mark Sullivan
Executive Director
IDS Project
Milne Library
1 College Circle
SUNY Geneseo
Geneseo, NY 14454
(585) 245-5172

On 12/10/2012 2:57 PM, Andreas Orphanides wrote:

Hey Code4Libbers,

The time has come once again to create the official Code4Lib 2013 tee
shirt! If you're interested in submitting a design, please head over 
to the

wiki:

Code4Lib 2013 T-Shirt Design
Proposals 



The basics:

- One submission per person, please. (But you don't need to be 
attending

to submit a design!)
- T-shirt designs should be 1-sided, single color designs 
suitable for

screenprinting.
- You should have a print-ready version of your design available 
when

you submit it.
- If you'd like, you can add a line or two of explanatory text to 
your
submission to explain your concept, indicate color 
specifications, etc.
- All proposals posted to the above wiki page while the calendar 
year is

still 2012 will be considered.

Get your submissions in by December 31, 2012! If you've got any 
questions,

drop me a line!

-Dre, on behalf of the C4L 2013 tee shirt committee




--
Karen Coyle
kco...@kcoyle.net http://kcoyle.net
ph: 1-510-540-7596
m: 1-510-435-8234
skype: kcoylenet

Re: [CODE4LIB] Blacklight implementation at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

2012-12-11 Thread Francis Kayiwa

On Tue, Dec 11, 2012 at 11:50:38AM -0500, Levy, Michael wrote:
> For our commercial ILS, of course SolrMarc was the thing. I started with
> the default Blacklight configuration and customized that. The MARC export
> is completely updated nightly.
> 
> The collections management system provided a Java API, and programmers here
> (not me) created a Solr XML file, created nightly and updated into Solr.
> 
> For the two desktop database applications that power the photo archives and
> film and video archives, a programmer here created PHP interfaces to create
> a Solr XML file which is updated nightly. Same with the custom MSSQL
> application that sources the "Names Source" type records -- a PHP script
> runs nightly to create the Solr XML.
> 
> Another interesting feature is that some records are for internal display
> only. There's an intranet version on a server on our LAN and another on a
> web server. For each record, a Solr field  indicates whether it's OK for
> web exposure. I had to decide whether it made more sense to maintain two
> Solr indexes or a single Solr instance and decided on a single Solr
> instance. I was able to use some Blacklight configuration
> (config.default_solr_params and config.default_document_solr_params) to
> ensure those are filtered out. In addition, certain fields and certain
> facets are only displayed on the internal version. The switching is done in
> catalog_controller.rb based on where the application is sitting (via
> Rails.root). A few differences are also based on where the user is sitting
> (e.g. a user on our LAN viewing the public web version will get streaming
> media from our LAN and not from our streaming host).

You're doing this wrong if this is not an article on code4lib journal.

I'd read it! :-)

./fxk


-- 
There are people so addicted to exaggeration
that they can't tell the truth without lying.
-- Josh Billings

Re: [CODE4LIB] Blacklight implementation at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

2012-12-11 Thread Levy, Michael

For our commercial ILS, of course SolrMarc was the thing. I started with
the default Blacklight configuration and customized that. The MARC export
is completely updated nightly.

The collections management system provided a Java API, and programmers here
(not me) created a Solr XML file, created nightly and updated into Solr.

For the two desktop database applications that power the photo archives and
film and video archives, a programmer here created PHP interfaces to create
a Solr XML file which is updated nightly. Same with the custom MSSQL
application that sources the "Names Source" type records -- a PHP script
runs nightly to create the Solr XML.

Another interesting feature is that some records are for internal display
only. There's an intranet version on a server on our LAN and another on a
web server. For each record, a Solr field  indicates whether it's OK for
web exposure. I had to decide whether it made more sense to maintain two
Solr indexes or a single Solr instance and decided on a single Solr
instance. I was able to use some Blacklight configuration
(config.default_solr_params and config.default_document_solr_params) to
ensure those are filtered out. In addition, certain fields and certain
facets are only displayed on the internal version. The switching is done in
catalog_controller.rb based on where the application is sitting (via
Rails.root). A few differences are also based on where the user is sitting
(e.g. a user on our LAN viewing the public web version will get streaming
media from our LAN and not from our streaming host).

On Tue, Dec 11, 2012 at 11:21 AM, Jonathan Rochkind wrote:

> Just curious, did you use Hydra for this project, or just straight
> Blacklight without Hydra?
>
> Esp if not Hydra, what tools did you end up using for indexing your
> content into Solr? (Only SolrMarc, all your content was already avail in
> Marc?)
>
>
> On 12/11/2012 11:10 AM, Levy, Michael wrote:
>
>> I posted the message below on the Blacklight Development group, and I was
>> encouraged to share with code4lib, so I'm reposting with some minor edits:
>>
>> I'd like to share a Blacklight implementation at the United States
>> Holocaust Memorial Museum that is available at
>> http://collections.ushmm.org/**searchIt's
>>  been in use in-house for about a
>> year, with constant improvements and additions.
>>
>> First, a tremendous thanks and kudos to all of the people involved in the
>> Blacklight project. I'm so grateful to everyone who worked on the project
>> and to those who have helped me with Blacklight, Ruby on Rails, and
>> SolrMarc.
>>
>> The various collecting units at the Museum use very different fields,
>> labels, vocabularies, and spellings. I had a lot of fun mapping them and
>> thinking about what sorts of fields might work together for searching. The
>> catalog records sources include: a commercial ILS; a commercial
>> collections
>> management system; two completely custom desktop database applications; a
>> spreadsheet; and a custom MSSQL database application. In addition, we have
>> a system that manages digitized assets that supplies some data.
>>
>> Selecting a project based on Ruby on Rails came at a cost, including the
>> learning curve involved with RoR and, moreso, due to the process of having
>> RoR established with our IT infrastructure group. (Thanks go to our IT
>> group as well!)
>>
>> I looked at some other really fine open source projects as well as
>> commercial products. Blacklight seemed optimal for our case because it
>> easily deals with any kind of metadata sources and it was a mature system
>> with a vibrant user/developer community.
>>
>> I'll highlight a few interesting features.
>>
>> Our collections management system supports relationships between records
>> including parent/child type relationships, e.g. between collection and the
>> items that comprise it. Here is a collection that has one archival
>> (document) collection plus several objects:
>> http://collections.ushmm.org/**search/catalog/irn508676
>> We also have another parent/child type of relationship, where a group at
>> the Museum catalogs victim or survivor lists. I could import those, and
>> because there's enough metadata to link to the archival collection they
>> are
>> part of, I can link them together. For example, this archival collection
>> http://collections.ushmm.org/**search/catalog/irn508286is
>>  linked to a number
>> of names source catalog records at the bottom, and each of those is linked
>> to the archival record as its source. These are done by doing a separate
>> Solr search for each item to see whether it's got a parent or children to
>> display near the bottom of the record.
>>
>> Many years ago the Museum developed a geographic database. One area where
>> the various collecting units catalog disparately is in location naming. I
>> s

Re: [CODE4LIB] Blacklight implementation at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

2012-12-11 Thread Rosalyn Metz

Kudos to the USHMM team!


On Tue, Dec 11, 2012 at 11:21 AM, Jonathan Rochkind wrote:

> Just curious, did you use Hydra for this project, or just straight
> Blacklight without Hydra?
>
> Esp if not Hydra, what tools did you end up using for indexing your
> content into Solr? (Only SolrMarc, all your content was already avail in
> Marc?)
>
>
> On 12/11/2012 11:10 AM, Levy, Michael wrote:
>
>> I posted the message below on the Blacklight Development group, and I was
>> encouraged to share with code4lib, so I'm reposting with some minor edits:
>>
>> I'd like to share a Blacklight implementation at the United States
>> Holocaust Memorial Museum that is available at
>> http://collections.ushmm.org/**searchIt's
>>  been in use in-house for about a
>> year, with constant improvements and additions.
>>
>> First, a tremendous thanks and kudos to all of the people involved in the
>> Blacklight project. I'm so grateful to everyone who worked on the project
>> and to those who have helped me with Blacklight, Ruby on Rails, and
>> SolrMarc.
>>
>> The various collecting units at the Museum use very different fields,
>> labels, vocabularies, and spellings. I had a lot of fun mapping them and
>> thinking about what sorts of fields might work together for searching. The
>> catalog records sources include: a commercial ILS; a commercial
>> collections
>> management system; two completely custom desktop database applications; a
>> spreadsheet; and a custom MSSQL database application. In addition, we have
>> a system that manages digitized assets that supplies some data.
>>
>> Selecting a project based on Ruby on Rails came at a cost, including the
>> learning curve involved with RoR and, moreso, due to the process of having
>> RoR established with our IT infrastructure group. (Thanks go to our IT
>> group as well!)
>>
>> I looked at some other really fine open source projects as well as
>> commercial products. Blacklight seemed optimal for our case because it
>> easily deals with any kind of metadata sources and it was a mature system
>> with a vibrant user/developer community.
>>
>> I'll highlight a few interesting features.
>>
>> Our collections management system supports relationships between records
>> including parent/child type relationships, e.g. between collection and the
>> items that comprise it. Here is a collection that has one archival
>> (document) collection plus several objects:
>> http://collections.ushmm.org/**search/catalog/irn508676
>> We also have another parent/child type of relationship, where a group at
>> the Museum catalogs victim or survivor lists. I could import those, and
>> because there's enough metadata to link to the archival collection they
>> are
>> part of, I can link them together. For example, this archival collection
>> http://collections.ushmm.org/**search/catalog/irn508286is
>>  linked to a number
>> of names source catalog records at the bottom, and each of those is linked
>> to the archival record as its source. These are done by doing a separate
>> Solr search for each item to see whether it's got a parent or children to
>> display near the bottom of the record.
>>
>> Many years ago the Museum developed a geographic database. One area where
>> the various collecting units catalog disparately is in location naming. I
>> simply turned the names into a Solr synonyms file and then I highlight the
>> snippets in the index/list view. So that way, if you searched for L'viv
>> and
>> you got a hit on Lemberg or Lwow or L'vov, you'd know why you got it. Same
>> with Munich, München, Muenchen, Munchen, and for Lodz/Litzmannstadt. (Some
>> day would be nice to have the name expansion be switchable on or off.)
>>
>> Thumbnail (and larger) images from the archival records and objects come
>> from the collections management system for the Museum objects. Also
>> finding
>> aids for archival ("Document") records are currently managed in the CMS
>> system as doc, docx, or xls files and are delivered through Blacklight on
>> the detail page. For the photos and the historical film, the thumbnails
>> come from other sources based on the two custom desktop databases
>> mentioned
>> above.
>>
>> We have thousands of hours of oral history testimony in many languages
>> viewable from the Blacklight detail page as mp4 or mp3 files. The easiest
>> way to get to those is by limiting Record Type to Oral History, and Online
>> to "Yes":
>> http://collections.ushmm.org/**search/catalog?f[di_available]**
>> []=Yes&f[record_type_facet][]=**Oral+History
>>
>> I welcome feedback regarding the user interface, bug reports, and any
>> other
>> ideas you have, on the list or offline. (Plus I hope to meet some of you
>> at
>> code4lib 2013.)
>>
>> Cheers!
>>
>>
>>

[CODE4LIB] Code4Lib Journal Call for Papers (proposals due mid-Jan, publication anticipated mid-Apr)

2012-12-11 Thread Peter Murray

Call for Papers (and apologies for cross-posting):

The Code4Lib Journal (C4LJ) exists to foster community and share information 
among those interested in the intersection of libraries, technology, and the 
future.

We are now accepting proposals for publication in our 20th issue. Don't miss 
out on this opportunity to share your ideas and experiences. To be included in 
the 20th issue, which is scheduled for publication in mid April 2013, please 
submit articles, abstracts, or proposals at:

  http://journal.code4lib.org/submit-proposal or to jour...@code4lib.org
 
by Friday, January 18, 2013.  When submitting, please include the title or 
subject of the proposal in the subject line of the email message.

C4LJ encourages creativity and flexibility, and the editors welcome submissions 
across a broad variety of topics that support the mission of the journal.  
Possible topics include, but are not limited to:

* Practical applications of library technology (both actual and 
  hypothetical)
* Technology projects (failed, successful, or proposed), including 
  how they were done and challenges faced
* Case studies
* Best practices
* Reviews
* Comparisons of third party software or libraries
* Analyses of library metadata for use with technology
* Project management and communication within the library environment
* Assessment and user studies

C4LJ strives to promote professional communication by minimizing the barriers 
to publication.  While articles should be of a high quality, they need not 
follow any formal structure.  Writers should aim for the middle ground between 
blog posts and articles in traditional refereed journals.  Where appropriate, 
we encourage authors to submit code samples, algorithms, and pseudo-code.  For 
more information, visit
C4LJ's Article Guidelines or browse articles from the first 18 issues (issue 
#19 anticipated next month) published on our website: 

  http://journal.code4lib.org

Remember, for consideration for the 20th issue, please send proposals, 
abstracts, or draft articles to jour...@code4lib.org no later than Friday, 
January 18, 2013.

Send in a submission.  Your peers would like to hear what you are doing.


Code4Lib Journal Editorial Committee


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Re: [CODE4LIB] Blacklight implementation at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

2012-12-11 Thread Jonathan Rochkind

Just curious, did you use Hydra for this project, or just straight
Blacklight without Hydra?

Esp if not Hydra, what tools did you end up using for indexing your
content into Solr? (Only SolrMarc, all your content was already avail in
Marc?)

On 12/11/2012 11:10 AM, Levy, Michael wrote:

I posted the message below on the Blacklight Development group, and I was
encouraged to share with code4lib, so I'm reposting with some minor edits:

I'd like to share a Blacklight implementation at the United States
Holocaust Memorial Museum that is available at
http://collections.ushmm.org/search It's been in use in-house for about a
year, with constant improvements and additions.

First, a tremendous thanks and kudos to all of the people involved in the
Blacklight project. I'm so grateful to everyone who worked on the project
and to those who have helped me with Blacklight, Ruby on Rails, and
SolrMarc.

The various collecting units at the Museum use very different fields,
labels, vocabularies, and spellings. I had a lot of fun mapping them and
thinking about what sorts of fields might work together for searching. The
catalog records sources include: a commercial ILS; a commercial collections
management system; two completely custom desktop database applications; a
spreadsheet; and a custom MSSQL database application. In addition, we have
a system that manages digitized assets that supplies some data.

Selecting a project based on Ruby on Rails came at a cost, including the
learning curve involved with RoR and, moreso, due to the process of having
RoR established with our IT infrastructure group. (Thanks go to our IT
group as well!)

I looked at some other really fine open source projects as well as
commercial products. Blacklight seemed optimal for our case because it
easily deals with any kind of metadata sources and it was a mature system
with a vibrant user/developer community.

I'll highlight a few interesting features.

Our collections management system supports relationships between records
including parent/child type relationships, e.g. between collection and the
items that comprise it. Here is a collection that has one archival
(document) collection plus several objects:
http://collections.ushmm.org/search/catalog/irn508676
We also have another parent/child type of relationship, where a group at
the Museum catalogs victim or survivor lists. I could import those, and
because there's enough metadata to link to the archival collection they are
part of, I can link them together. For example, this archival collection
http://collections.ushmm.org/search/catalog/irn508286 is linked to a number
of names source catalog records at the bottom, and each of those is linked
to the archival record as its source. These are done by doing a separate
Solr search for each item to see whether it's got a parent or children to
display near the bottom of the record.

Many years ago the Museum developed a geographic database. One area where
the various collecting units catalog disparately is in location naming. I
simply turned the names into a Solr synonyms file and then I highlight the
snippets in the index/list view. So that way, if you searched for L'viv and
you got a hit on Lemberg or Lwow or L'vov, you'd know why you got it. Same
with Munich, München, Muenchen, Munchen, and for Lodz/Litzmannstadt. (Some
day would be nice to have the name expansion be switchable on or off.)

Thumbnail (and larger) images from the archival records and objects come
from the collections management system for the Museum objects. Also finding
aids for archival ("Document") records are currently managed in the CMS
system as doc, docx, or xls files and are delivered through Blacklight on
the detail page. For the photos and the historical film, the thumbnails
come from other sources based on the two custom desktop databases mentioned
above.

We have thousands of hours of oral history testimony in many languages
viewable from the Blacklight detail page as mp4 or mp3 files. The easiest
way to get to those is by limiting Record Type to Oral History, and Online
to "Yes":
http://collections.ushmm.org/search/catalog?f[di_available][]=Yes&f[record_type_facet][]=Oral+History

I welcome feedback regarding the user interface, bug reports, and any other
ideas you have, on the list or offline. (Plus I hope to meet some of you at
code4lib 2013.)

Cheers!

[CODE4LIB] Blacklight implementation at United States Holocaust Memorial Museum

2012-12-11 Thread Levy, Michael

I posted the message below on the Blacklight Development group, and I was
encouraged to share with code4lib, so I'm reposting with some minor edits:

I'll highlight a few interesting features.

I welcome feedback regarding the user interface, bug reports, and any other
ideas you have, on the list or offline. (Plus I hope to meet some of you at
code4lib 2013.)

Cheers!

Re: [CODE4LIB] Request for submissions: Code4Lib 2013 T-Shirt designs!

2012-12-11 Thread Andreas Orphanides

If someone wants to submit a monochrome version of Michael's design, that'd
be cool. Though I'm not sure how good photo reproduction will look when
screenprinted, unless the photo was halftoned pretty aggressively.

On Tue, Dec 11, 2012 at 8:29 AM, Mark Sullivan  wrote:

> I thought we had settled on Michael Doran's design?
>
> __**__
> Mark Sullivan
> Executive Director
> IDS Project
> Milne Library
> 1 College Circle
> SUNY Geneseo
> Geneseo, NY 14454
> (585) 245-5172
>
>
> On 12/10/2012 2:57 PM, Andreas Orphanides wrote:
>
>> Hey Code4Libbers,
>>
>> The time has come once again to create the official Code4Lib 2013 tee
>> shirt! If you're interested in submitting a design, please head over to
>> the
>> wiki:
>>
>> Code4Lib 2013 T-Shirt Design
>> Proposals> shirt_design_proposals
>> >
>>
>> The basics:
>>
>> - One submission per person, please. (But you don't need to be
>> attending
>> to submit a design!)
>> - T-shirt designs should be 1-sided, single color designs suitable for
>> screenprinting.
>> - You should have a print-ready version of your design available when
>> you submit it.
>> - If you'd like, you can add a line or two of explanatory text to your
>>
>> submission to explain your concept, indicate color specifications,
>> etc.
>> - All proposals posted to the above wiki page while the calendar year
>> is
>>
>> still 2012 will be considered.
>>
>> Get your submissions in by December 31, 2012! If you've got any questions,
>> drop me a line!
>>
>> -Dre, on behalf of the C4L 2013 tee shirt committee
>>
>
>

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