[CODE4LIB] Job:Digital Resources Librarian
Digital Resources Librarian (C13-067) Elihu Burritt Library The Elihu Burritt Library at Central Connecticut State University invites innovative and energetic applicants to fill a full-time, tenure-track librarian position that will serve on the Library’s Information Systems and Resources team. The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of tasks that successfully respond to the research needs of CCSU’s students, faculty, and staff. Candidates are expected to be committed to multiculturalism and to working with a diverse student body. Duties include but are not limited to: • Leads the library in the development, organization, delivery, and assessment of library learning and technology services, programs and resources for faculty, staff, and students; • Participates with other library professionals in the oversight, maintenance, and development of the library’s web presence, including HTML pages, content management systems (LibGuides, Wordpress, Drupal, Contentdm), and other web applications; • Develops successful partnerships with teaching faculty and other campus units to integrate the library’s digital collections and services with campus learning initiatives. • Coordinates all library wide digitization projects; • Assists with the administration of the following systems: All Springshare products (LibGuides, LibAnswers, LibAnalytics), Libchat (Chat reference system), Metalib/Primo (Federated Search Discovery), including staff training and support; • Maintains and develops mobile technologies; • Liaises with the Serials/Electronic Resources Librarian and the Electronic Resources Specialist as needed; • Provides technical support for the library’s Integrated Library System (Millennium) and Interlibrary Loan management software (ILLiad) in the absence of the Systems Librarian; • Shares with other library professionals in the oversight of electronic resource management including budgeting, selection, evaluation, access, and trouble-shooting; • Provides assistance and technical support to library staff for the creation of learning aids such as screen casts and library guides; • Participates with other library professionals in guiding the library in the selection of new technologies and their implementation; • Provides knowledge and expertise associated with the university’s course management software; • Acts as liaison with the Centers for Teaching and Educational Technology as well as the University Information Technology Department. Required Qualifications: • American Library Association accredited Master’s degree in Library Science or equivalent; • Experience relevant to digital resources management in an academic library; • Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of library digital technology and collections; • Demonstrated experience and knowledge of emerging technologies, such as mobile applications and cloud computing; • Excellent communication, collaboration, and problem solving skills; • Commitment to serving culturally, ethnically and linguistically diverse communities. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with Innovative Interfaces Integrated Library System including its Electronic Resources Management module; • Demonstrated commitment to positive user experience; • Experience with Ex Libris’ SFX link resolver and A-Z list administration; • Experience with discovery layer technologies. The University: CCSU is one of four state universities with the Board of Regents for Higher Education Connecticut State Colleges Universities. Excellent professors, librarians, coaches, and counselors and a wide array of academic programs prepare students for success in whatever field they choose. CCSU’s motto is more than a slogan; it articulates the University’s commitment to students: “Start with a dream. Finish with a future.” The Princeton Review selected CCSU as one of The Best Northeastern Colleges. CCSU serves approximately 12,200 students - 9,500 undergraduates, and 2,700 graduates. CCSU is richly diverse: more than 20 percent of students are of traditional minority heritage. Visit our web site at http://www.ccsu.edu/. The Community: CCSU is located in New Britain, a city of some 70,000, within a 10-minute drive to the state capital in Hartford. New Britain is home to the nationally recognized New Britain Museum of American Arts and offers a range of cultural opportunities, including the New Britain Symphony Orchestra, the New Britain Rock Cats (Double A professional baseball), two theatres, and an extensive park system. The University is approximately two hours (by car) from both Boston and New York City. Application and Appointment: For full consideration, applications must be received by April 22, 2013. Salary and rank are commensurate with education and experience. To begin the application process, go to www.ccsu.edu/jobs and submit the following: • Letter of interest addressing the qualifications for this position • Current curriculum vitae • Names of three
[CODE4LIB] Fwd: [Wiki-research-l] Wikimedia data sources information page
fyi, may be useful to some of you! -- Forwarded message -- From: Maria Miteva mariya.mit...@gmail.com Date: Thu, Mar 21, 2013 at 5:47 AM Subject: [Wiki-research-l] data sources information page To: Research into Wikimedia content and communities wiki-researc...@lists.wikimedia.org Hi everyone, As part of my internship with WMF I have created http://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Research:Data - a single page introduction to Wikimedia-related data sources. Its intended to inform researchers abou the variety of Wikimedia data available. The page can definitely benefit from some review from the actual users of data. Please take a look and feel free to add or correct information. The How-to and Existing tools subsections definitly could be expanded. Also, http://meta.wikimedia.org/wiki/Research:Data/FAQ is still quite small and can definitely be improved. My internship is over in a few days. I will still be around some but if you see anything that can be improved please take the initiative and change it. If you don't feel comfortable doing it, write a note on the Talk page. Finally, I would like to encourage you to share any Wikimedia-related datasets you have or you know of, small or big, on http://datahub.io/group/wikimedia. The aim is to eventually have all Wikimedia-related data documented on the Wikimedia group on DataHub. Regards, Mariya ___ Wiki-research-l mailing list wiki-researc...@lists.wikimedia.org https://lists.wikimedia.org/mailman/listinfo/wiki-research-l
[CODE4LIB] 2nd call for Great Ideas Showcase Proposals
The NASIG Program Planning Committee (PPC) invites Great Ideas Showcase proposals for the 28th North American Serials Interest Group conference in Buffalo, NY, June 6-9, 2013. The theme of the conference is Art of Information, Architecture of Knowledge. The first-ever Great Ideas Showcase (formerly Poster Sessions) will be held on Friday, June 7, 2013, 2:25-3:25 p.m. Presenters must be available to discuss their showcases during that time. The Great Ideas Showcase will provide an opportunity to share innovative ideas, new workflows, and new applications of technology in an interactive and informal setting. Great Ideas can be demonstrated in a variety of ways posters, laptops, tablets, e-readers, etc. Participants will be given a table to showcase their idea as attendees mingle amongst the tables. If requested a table top poster display board will be provided. Proposals may present a report of a research study, an analysis of a practical problem-solving effort, or a description of an innovative program that may be of interest to the serials community. Proposals should name any particular products or services that are integral to the content of the showcase. However, as a matter of NASIG policy, showcases should not be used as a venue to promote or attack any product, service, or institution. To propose a Great Idea, please use the online form: https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2013NASIGShowcase Proposals must be received by 5pm PDT on Friday, March 29, 2013. Members of the Program Planning Committee will evaluate abstracts, and presenters will be notified at the beginning of April 2013. Inquiries may be sent to the NASIG PPC Chair and Vice-Chair, Karen Davidson and Kelli Getz at prog-p...@nasig.org. We look forward to seeing you in Buffalo!
[CODE4LIB] Job: Chief Information Officer at Bryn Mawr College
Bryn Mawr College invites inquiries, nominations and applications for the position of Chief Information Officer (CIO). Bryn Mawr has libraries of considerable stature and depth, and extensive and sophisticated technology services, and the CIO provides leadership for both of these areas, heading an organizational unit known as Information Services (IS) that is a merger of Libraries and Information Technology. Bryn Mawr's merged organization is distinctive in the success it has achieved in establishing a fully integrated environment, and there is full campus commitment to this structure. The new CIO will lead the pursuit of the creative strategic opportunities that a merged unit provides. He or she will succeed Elliott Shore who provided outstanding service in this role since 2002, and who has become the Executive Director of the Association of Research Libraries. Bryn Mawr is one of the world's most distinguished colleges, with over 1,300 undergraduate women and 400 graduate students on the College's historic campus in suburban Philadelphia, studying with leading scholars and conducting advanced research. The CIO will contribute to fulfilling the College's vision for the future of education by supporting the work of faculty and students, maximizing the benefits of technology for learning and scholarship. The CIO will support administrative functions College-wide by providing enterprise management and the foundation for data analytics. Beyond Bryn Mawr, the CIO will continue to build strategic and operational partnerships with its sister institutions, Haverford College and Swarthmore College, both in library collaboration and in projects that seek greater administrative efficiencies and economies. These institutional partnerships are virtually unique in American higher education and are points of pride for the three colleges and a model for other institutions to follow. The ideal candidate for this position will be a strong leader and manager who has a full understanding of both information technology and libraries, and who is able to articulate and implement a vision and strategy to guide the future of a merged organization in a rapidly changing environment. He or she will have the ability to work in close partnership with faculty and other internal and external partners, and to oversee operations and strengthen coordination across the merged organization. The CIO will have an awareness of and appreciation for the unique nature of the College, and be able to work effectively in that environment. Those interested in the position should review the Leadership Statement at http://www.wittkieffer.com/position/bryn-mawr-college/chief-information- officer/8642, as well as the College's website (www.brynmawr.edu), before preparing application materials. Inquiries, nominations and applications are invited. Review of applications will begin on April 15, and will continue until the position is filled. For fullest consideration, applicant materials should be received by that date. Candidates should provide a curriculum vitae or resume, a letter of application that addresses the responsibilities and requirements described in the Leadership Statement, and the names and contact information of five references. References will not be contacted without prior knowledge and approval of candidates. These materials should be sent electronically via e-mail to the College's consultants, Linda Hodges, Nick Giannas and Jean Dowdall, Ph.D., at bmc...@wittkieffer.com. Documents that must be mailed may be sent to Witt/Kieffer, 2015 Spring Road, Suite 510, Oak Brook IL 60523. The consultants can be reached by telephone through Ramona Kochis at (630) 575-6124. Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/6918/
[CODE4LIB] Job: System Administrator for Enki Library at Califa Library Group
Job Description: The enkiLibrary is a shared open source eBook Network that allows California libraries to own and store purchased and free digital content, to share access to more content than any individual library can purchase on its own, to add features and functionality lacking in current third-party vendor models (e.g., renewing, suspending holds, donating, circulation data transferred to ILS, etc.), and to share access to unique local digitized content with other libraries within the Network. Califa and Contra Costa County Library partnered to co-develop an open source eBook Network, shared by, and accessible to multiple library systems in California. The platform is based on the Douglas County (CO) Libraries model, which utilizes the Adobe Content Server and the open source VuFindPlus, developed at Villanova University. The Quipu Group, a software development company, is developing the initial VuFindPlus interface. Funding for this project is available through a Bay Area Library Information Systems (BALIS) Innovation Grant, LSTA monies, and Califa. This position will be part of the team making enkiLibrary happen through system administration and support of the Adobe Content Server (ACS) and the VuFindPlus open source software, including configuration, maintenance and customization of these two servers. Working Knowledge and Experience with: Open source software for next generation library catalogs and discovery tools. Database administration (MySQL, Oracle, Solr) User-facing web standards/platforms (HTML/XHTML, cross-browser CSS, Javascript, jQuery/AJAX, PHP, mobile web) Search platforms (Apache Solr) Library software applications and protocols (NCIP, SIP, APIs, user authentication, integrated library systems) Web server software Location: can be remote, though the ability to travel to meetings several times a year in San Mateo, CA is a plus. We can use Skype so being remote wouldn't disqualify a candidate. Hours/duration of contract: approx 20 hours/week. Contract will start for 6 months, with an option to renew. Pay: Please send your rates. Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/6942/
[CODE4LIB] Job: Digital Production Coordinator at University of Richmond
The Digital Production Coordinator works with faculty and staff on digitization projects through the University of Richmond's Library Discovery, Technology, and Publishing department, and leads the daily scanning and photography operations within the department. The Digital Production Coordinator is responsible for the creation of high-quality digital representations of University holdings and other materials for inclusion in digital library collections, faculty publications and presentations, and for classroom use. This role includes digital conversion, hardware and software maintenance and troubleshooting, data quality control, creation and maintenance of production workflows, statistical reporting, and documentation for training, policies, and procedures. The position also administers the creation, management, tracking, and delivery of digital files during the electronic reserve and interlibrary loan processes. The Digital Production Coordinator maintains awareness of standards and best practices for imaging processes, as well as the increasing use of digital materials in teaching and learning in academia, and applies this knowledge to everyday production tasks, and to the planning and development of new projects. Qualifications: * Thorough knowledge of operating and maintaining digital capture devices, such as scanners and digital cameras * Thorough knowledge of community-based best practices for digital copy photography, capture, color management, and profiling * Thorough knowledge of current and emerging standards and best practices for document and media conversion into digital formats * Thorough knowledge in concepts of production and management of large volumes of digital files * Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Adobe Creative Suite, optical character recognition software, and data management and processing software (oXygen, Subversion, BBEdit, etc.) * General knowledge of intellectual property rights, and open access trends in academic libraries and higher education * General knowledge of all aspects of descriptive, administrative, and technical metadata, including Dublin Core, VRA Core, EXIF, IPTC and XMP * General knowledge of analog formats such as 35mm slides, film negatives, transparencies, prints, etc. * Strong organizational and time management skills; ability to work under time constraints and to meet regularly recurring deadlines on multiple, concurrent projects * Evidence of strong analytical problem solving skills, attention to detail, and resultsoriented approaches to complex problems * Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, about complex, technical processes to non-technical personnel * Ability to work and learn independently and to initiate necessary work procedures according to guidelines set by the supervisor * Superior interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a collaborative team environment * The flexibility and adaptability to work effectively in a dynamic, evolving environment * Two years of digital production experience preferred * Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university. To read the full description and to apply, go to https://www.urjobs.org/ and search for position #501907 Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/6923/
[CODE4LIB] Job: Director of Research Data Management at Virginia Commonwealth University
The Virginia Commonwealth University Libraries invites applications and nominations for the position of Director of Research Data Management. The successful candidate for this newly created position will lead the Libraries' research data management initiative to support researchers across Virginia Commonwealth University. The Director participates in related library and campus committees and ad hoc groups. The successful candidate will join a culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber. Qualifications: Required: ALA-accredited graduate degree or accredited graduate degree in another appropriate discipline. Three years of related work experience. Experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU. Able to design, plan, and implement complex projects. Excellent interpersonal skills for building relationships across the university. Preferred: Undergraduate degree in the biological, life, or physical sciences. An entrepreneurial attitude to developing library services and resources. Demonstrated knowledge of: information-seeking and use behaviors; structure of knowledge, primary research tools, publishers and vendors; and the research and teaching approaches in one or more broad health or life sciences disciplinary areas. Demonstrated understanding of how research data is generated, structured and used. Knowledge of trends in data management, data curation and e-science in a university research environment. Knowledge of metadata schemas and discipline specific ontologies as well as subject repositories of open data useful for researchers. Relevant work experience in an academic environment. Successful experience working in a collaborative environment. Experience supervising librarians and/or staff in the provision of library services. Application Process: For more information about the VCU Libraries, please visit our home page at http://www.library.vcu.edu/. Review of applications will begin April 22, 2013 and will continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications must be received prior to May 20, 2013. Submit cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses, and telephone numbers of three references to: Pamela H. Fraga Assistant to the University Librarian VCU Libraries, Virginia Commonwealth University 901 Park Avenue PO Box 842033 Richmond, VA 23284-2033 804-828-1107 804-828-0151 (fax) phfr...@vcu.edu Virginia Commonwealth University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For Additional Information: Pam Fraga Phone:804-828-1107 Fax:(804)828-0151 Web:http://www.library.vcu.edu/ Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/6932/
[CODE4LIB] Job: Web Services Librarian at Edmonton Public Library
Web Services Librarian - Web Services Digital Literacy Division Job Number: 12776 This is a temporary position until December 31, 2013. Edmonton Public Library is looking for a confident and dynamic Web Services Librarian to join our team! This temporary position is an opportunity to show that you have the right stuff to contribute to an innovative and forward-thinking organization. What we're looking for: At EPL our mission is simple: we share! Are you connected, committed and confident? We are looking for someone with a great awareness of best web practices and a strong understanding of library services, practices and challenges to help us move forward on several critical initiatives. You will be investigating, gathering input, assessing, recording, reporting and making recommendations related to the EPL intranet, website and public computer booking system. Comfort with technology, focus groups, practical research, systems analysis, software as service assessments and product evaluations are key success factors. You will be working in the Digital Literacy Web Services group; however, your role will see you dealing with staff throughout the organization, including our Digital Public Spaces and Discovery interns. Position reports to the Manager of Digital Literacy Web Services. At least two years public library experience is desirable. Job Requirements: • Master of Library and Information Studies degree, or equivalent, from an ALAaccredited institution is required. What do you need to bring to this position? • Experience working with web technologies, particularly websites and intranets. • Superior writing, communication and collaboration skills. • Good research and evaluation skills. • Ability to work positively and effectively within a team environment. • Ability to work on projects independently. • Personal commitment to CLA Position Statements on Intellectual Freedom and Diversity and Inclusion. Pay Band: $33.92 - $43.29 per hour* *Approximately $61,971 - 79,090 per annum based on a 35 hour work week. Shift differential may apply in accordance with the terms and conditions of the CSU 52 Collective Agreement. How to Apply: Please visit www.epl.ca/jobs to apply for this position. Only candidates who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Total Hours per Week: 35 Classification Title: Library 6 Posting Date: March 20, 2013 Closing Date: March 27, 2013 Number of Openings (up to): 1 - Temporary Full-time Union: CSU 52 Department: Public Services Department (Edmonton Public Library) Work Location(s): Stanley A. Milner Library, 7 Sir Winston Churchill Square Edmonton T5J 2V4 Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/6938/
[CODE4LIB] Job: Manager, Discovery Systems at Drexel University
The Manager, Discovery Systems leads the Drexel University Libraries program of Discovery Systems, focusing on thoughtful and proactive integration and development of the Libraries' patron facing discovery systems. In this role, the Manager will be a key leader in the Libraries efforts to develop and deliver new discovery services to the University community as part of the Libraries contribution to build campus data curation and digital content. The Manager will have responsibility for Libraries' website, integrated library system, and library technology systems infrastructure. Currently the Manager reports to the Director, Library Academic Partnerships Required Qualifications: ALA-accredited master's degree or equivalent in library or information science Minimum five years of progressively responsible experience in a library Demonstrated knowledge and experience with web and content management systems, integrated library systems, discovery systems Demonstrated ability to work in a mixed hardware/software environment Demonstrated expertise in a variety of technologies used in libraries, such as: various operating systems, scripting, enterprise databases, high density storage, storage digital asset repositories design and management Demonstrated ability to initiate, plan, coordinate, and implement complex projects and services (project management) Demonstrated commitment to addressing patron needs Knowledge of data standards prevalent in libraries Successful budget development and management experience Successful supervisory experience Excellent interpersonal skills that enable communication of complex technology issues and strategies to a diverse community Preferred Qualifications: Knowledge of Drupal site-building, theming, and coding modules Experience with III Millennium system Experience with emerging open source library management systems Experience leading cross-departmental teams Essential Functions The Manager, Discovery Systems will provide leadership for: design, development, and implementation of patron facing discovery systems and services current suite of discovery systems, including Libraries website, III Millennium, Summon, and associated services library systems infrastructure ongoing program of patron usability evaluation of next generation discovery systems development and implementation of patron facing mobile technologies development and implementation of a new, Islandora-based institutional repository regular analysis of usage data for all discovery services and systems development of instructional technology services The Manager will be an integral part of the Libraries management team, a dynamic and collaborative group of librarians and technologists. The Libraries professional staff is expected to contribute to the ongoing operations of the Libraries through participation in divisional planning and decision-making, and in implementation of library policies. Regular reporting of activities and appropriate statistics are required. Staff of the libraries participate in a wide variety of university activities and initiatives. The Manager, Discovery Systems is responsible for: Program management Direct supervision of the Libraries' Senior Network Analyst, Web Developer/Webmaster and the ILS Administrator Participation in budget development and management Participation in Libraries' managerial leadership to evaluate/coordinate cross-functional activities Maintaining awareness of developments in discovery systems and monitor trends to guide planning and strategic decisions for Libraries Contributing to the profession through presentations, publications and/or personal involvement in professional associations Supplemental Posting Information: Background investigations are required for all new hires as a condition of employment, after the job offer is made. Employment will be contingent upon the University's acceptance of the results of the background investigation. Drexel University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/6939/
[CODE4LIB] Job: Visual Archives Intern at Bose Archives
The Bose Archives is looking for a *Visual Archives Intern* to assist the Director with the digitization of collections and the organization of our visual artists database. Tasks will include: 1) Scanning slides and photographic material 2) Provenance research 3) Copyright research and management 4) Digital asset management 5) Cataloging digital and physical collections The position is part-time and the candidate should have an interest in archival work. Candidates should be highly motivated and detail-oriented and be able to work under deadlines and have excellent computer skills. Knowledge of South Asian contemporary art, information systems, archives, collections management and digital asset management preferred. This is an exciting opportunity for someone to learn about the South Asian contemporary art world. Internships are unpaid. Students can receive course credit. Interested applicants should submit a resume and a cover letter to mail(at)bosepacia.com. Please indicate start and end dates as well as hours you are able to commit. No phone calls please. Only qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview. Brought to you by code4lib jobs: http://jobs.code4lib.org/job/6949/
