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Opportunities: Job Postings

Job Posting: Art Museum Librarian – College of the Holy Cross, Worcester, MA

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Description

As part of a long-standing agreement between two committed institutions, the Worcester Art Museum Library serves as the Fine Arts branch of the College of the Holy Cross Libraries. The Worcester Art Museum Library serves not only Museum and Holy Cross constituents, but also the public, including families and community members from the broader Worcester area.

The College of the Holy Cross is seeking an energetic, poised, assertive Head Librarian for the Worcester Art Museum’s next phase in strategic planning. S/he manages all aspects of the library, and reports directly to two division managers: Head of Research, Teaching & Learning at the Holy Cross Libraries, and Director of Museum Services at Worcester Art Museum. The Museum is currently planning a master redesign, and the Library will be a key part of that planning, involving a physical move of the collection within the Museum campus. Our next Head Librarian should have knowledge or experience in issues concerning library facilities, as well as the confidence to promote best practices and advocate for new ideas and programming as the Library moves to its next phase within the Museum. The Head Librarian should be able to work independently, maintain the physical collection with an eye toward preservation, and foster a robust relationship with Holy Cross students and faculty, and the Holy Cross Libraries staff. The Head Librarian will be a part of Research, Teaching & Learning, and will participate in regular meetings on the HC campus as well as strategic planning for the RTL team and for the library as a whole. Equally, s/he will participate in division meetings, programming, collaboration, and strategic planning for the Worcester Art Museum. This position supervises a half-time Assistant Librarian as well as a dedicated team of volunteers and students. The Head Librarian works independently on select days of the week, and must be self-motivated and able to set achievable goals for the growth and success of the Library.

Requirements
  • Required: Bachelor’s degree in Art History; ALA-accredited MLIS
  • Preferred: MA in Art History
  • Required: Excellent communication skills, not only for prepared presentations but also for unplanned meetings with faculty, administration and donors
  • Preferred: Experience working in an academic research setting or equivalent, providing research expertise to students and faculty
  • Preferred: 3-5 years demonstrated experience as a leader and manager
  • Preferred: Experience working with advancement or development offices toward fundraising and grant development
  • Required: Basic knowledge of image discovery/access system management
  • Required: Intermediate knowledge of library systems and current practices
  • Required: Basic understanding of copyright law, intellectual freedom, and ethical use of information
  • Engagement in the museum library profession, including participation in appropriate professional organizations.
  • Excellent administrative skills, and ability to work well with colleagues.

The successful candidate will be engaged in the museum library profession, possessing excellent administrative skills, and ability to work well with colleagues. Will demonstrate commitment to librarianship in general, and museum education and librarianship specifically. Possess a demonstrated knowledge of relevant curriculum and resources in academia, with a high comfort level in presenting to a group. Willing to work on a team toward a common goal, easily collaborating with colleagues. Ability to mentor student workers, staff and volunteers. Commitment to professional development and scholarship; participation in the broader professional community. Understands, values and respects diversity as an individual, in a team and within groups while fostering an inclusive and supportive environment.

Original Post on ALA Jobslist: https://joblist.ala.org/job/art-museum-librarian/42635530/

ArLiSNAP/VREPS Virtual Conference, Opportunities: Professional Development, Uncategorized

Call for Proposals: ArLiSNAP and VREPS October 2018 Virtual Conference

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ArLiSNAP and VREPS welcome proposals from students and new professionals with an interest in art librarianship or visual resources management to present their work at our 2018 Virtual Conference:

New Media Challenges and Solutions for Art Information Professionals  

New media art, objects, and scholarly projects in the digital realm are challenging our traditional definitions and methodologies for collection, preservation, and research as information professionals. As the scope for new media continues to expand, how are we defining, describing, and cataloging new media objects? How are we preparing for and anticipating storage and conservation needs? How do we respect artist intent and support scholarly research around these born-digital objects?

We invite proposals that share research and projects featuring new media in art librarianship and visual resources management for our annual virtual conference, an opportunity for emerging professionals to present in a supportive and engaging space while connecting with other students and early career librarians across North America.

The webinar will take place on Saturday, October 13th at 1PM CST. Submit your proposal via our Google Form to apply.

Proposals are due by Friday, August 31st. You must also be available to participate in a short practice session with the webinar software in the evening on Thursday, October 4. If you have any questions, please email the ArLiSNAP Conference Planning Liaison, Michelle Wilson at michelle.elizabeth.wilson@gmail.com.

Opportunities: Internships

Internship opportunity: Paid Midwest Dance & Theatre Collections Intern, Newberry Library

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Department: Maps and Modern Manuscripts

Summary: This 15 week internship is funded by a private donor. Working in the Department of Maps and Modern Manuscripts under the supervision of Newberry archivists, the Midwest Dance and Theater Collections Intern will participate in preserving, arranging, re-housing, and describing Chicago dance and theater archives and manuscript collections. This position is ideal for an individual intending to work with primary sources as part of an academic career, or exploring the possibilities of archival work.

Responsibilities:

Under the supervision of Newberry archivists, the intern will participate in the following archival activities:

  • Arrange and re-house materials in Chicago dance and theater collections according to archival practice.
  • Apply appropriate preservation treatments to collection materials. Treatments include, but are not limited to, surface cleaning, flattening, removal of fasteners, and photocopying.
  • Prepare detailed descriptive inventories for collections in a format compatible with the archival professional standard, Encoded Archival Description (EAD).
  • Participate in identifying analog audio-visual formats in the collections, preparing them for digitization, and creating metadata.

Qualifications:

  • Graduate student in a master’s program in library and information sciences and/or public history with coursework in archival processing required;
  • Effective oral and written communication skills;
  • Experience working with primary sources;
  • Ability to work independently and in group settings;
  • Ability to shelve and lift archival boxes;
  • Familiarity with computer applications;
  • Academic focus on dance and theater history of Chicago and the Midwest preferred.

Schedule: 150 hours (typically 10 hours/per week for 15 weeks).

Dates: Fall semester, with start date in mid-September.

This is a paid internship.

 

See original job posting here: https://www.newberry.org/internships#mdi

Opportunities: Job Postings

Job posting: Learning Commons Coordinator, Maine College of Art, Portland, ME

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Maine College of Art (MECA) seeks a Learning Commons Coordinator. This is a full-time position with duties commencing on or about September 1, 2018.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Learning Commons Coordinator at Maine College of Art is a newly designed position tasked with developing and implementing the vision for a learning commons that will bring together the library and tutorial services. In an effort to bridge the College’s academic services and supports, the Learning Commons Coordinator will oversee MECA’s Learning Studio, manage tutoring and research support, oversee the day-to-day maintenance of the library collection, and will teach two courses each year. As an integral component of the research and support services provided by the College, the position will interface closely with faculty, students, staff, and the larger MECA community to help meet the academic goals and mission of the library as well as the institution at large.

The Learning Commons Coordinator’s duties include the hiring, supervising, and training of tutors and student workers, student tutoring, research support as needed, collection maintenance, and administrative tasks. The Learning Commons Coordinator collaborates with the Dean’s Office and reports to the START team on occasion to assist with early intervention of students experiencing academic challenges. As a faculty position, the Learning Commons Coordinator will also teach two courses each year based on educational background and subject specialties.

The position reports to the Library Director.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Provides research support to students, faculty, and staff as needed
  • Facilitates workshops for students covering library resources, research, and study skills
  • Participates actively in the planning and decision-making of both tutorial services and the library
  • Works to actively carry out the values of the College’s Diversity Statement and Compact both within the library and at the College at large
  • Supervises, hires, trains, and evaluates tutors and library student workers
  • Tutors students on occasion
  • Oversees the maintenance of the library’s physical collections
  • Maintains circulation and other statistics to document library and tutoring activities
  • Manages office and library supplies, including inventories and ordering
  • Will teach two courses per year
  • Works with the Library Director on special projects as required
  • Serves on MECA committees as appropriate

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Master’s degree in Library Science, Information Science, Education, Rhetoric / Composition, English, Art History, Art Theory, or a related field from an accredited institution
  • At least two years of related work experience
  • Knowledge of library circulation, acquisitions, and cataloging procedures
  • Familiarity with the learning commons model and/or tutoring services in higher education
  • Demonstrated commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity
  • Comprehensive understanding of how libraries and higher education can serve the needs of users from diverse backgrounds
  • Strong background in art and design curriculum
  • Strong customer service orientation and demonstrated management skills, such as interpersonal skills, aptitude for one-on-one and classroom teaching, and experience working with diverse learning styles
  • Evidence of ability to maintain effective and collegial working relations with staff, students, faculty, and administration
  • Highly adaptable and responds well to change
  • Demonstrated knowledge of best practices and trends in emerging technologies
  • Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing, and the ability to facilitate communication with the library and with key constituencies

Preferred Qualifications

  • Demonstrated creativity and innovation in library services in higher education
  • Demonstrated commitment to student success/achievement
  • Evidence of continued professional development
  • BA/BFA in art or art-related field

COMPENSATION + BENEFITS

Salary range $44,000 — $48,000 depending on experience; health, dental, vacation, sick and retirement benefits.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Applications will be reviewed beginning immediately and will be accepted until a hire is made, with a targeted start date of September 1, 2018. Application materials must be sent digitally in a single PDF, not to exceed a 25MB file size. Please email the document to employment@meca.edu. Place “Learning Commons Coordinator [LastName FirstName]” in the subject line. The PDF must include (1) an application letter which describes how the candidate’s experience, accomplishments and qualifications intersect with the listed position description; (2) a curriculum vitae; (3) a diversity statement; (4) a teaching philosophy; (5) relevant scholarly publications (if available); (6) a list of five references with contact information, one of which should be a student. Finalists must submit all college transcripts and agree to a background check.

Maine College of Art recognizes that diversity is integral to the academic experience and strives to foster an inclusive culture defined by respect, equity and social responsibility. Successful candidates will have demonstrated experience in working with diverse populations, and supporting an inclusive and equitable community. Maine College of Art does not discriminate on the basis of gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, genetic information, HIV status, race, age, religion, national or ethnic origin, or military/veteran’s status in its educational programs, admissions policies, employment policies, financial aid, or other College administered programs. Candidates from historically underrepresented backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

INSTITUTION

Maine College of Art is an independent college of art and design located in the center of the thriving arts district of Portland, Maine. Established in 1882, the College currently enrolls approximately 500 students, the majority of whom are in the undergraduate program. About 1,200 students take classes through MECA’s Continuing Studies Program annually. MECA’s Joanne Waxman Library is an important resource of art­ and design ­oriented books and periodicals for the region. The Institute of Contemporary Art at MECA is a vibrant site for the exhibition of contemporary art.

MECA is characterized by its intimate learning community, its interdisciplinary nature and the breadth of its programs. It confers the degrees of Bachelor of Fine Arts in eleven majors, Master of Fine Arts in Studio Art, Master of Arts in Teaching, and the Salt Graduate Certificate in Documentary Studies. Our goal at MECA is to teach each student how to transform aspirations and values into a creative practice that serves as the foundation for a lifelong pursuit of personal and professional goals.

Maine College of Art is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC) and the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD). The College’s accreditation status with both agencies was renewed in 2016.

Opportunities: Job Postings

Job posting: Library Associate, Circulation and Technical Services, Thomas J. Watson Library at the Metropolitan Museum of Art- NYC, NY

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The Thomas J. Watson Library in The Metropolitan Museum of Art is pleased to announce an opening for the position of Library Associate, Circulation and Technical Services. This full-time position is a special opportunity to contribute to the success of an innovative and productive art library at a world-class museum while learning and applying new skills.

The Library Associate is a key member of both the technical services and circulation departments, responsible for ensuring accurate access and inventory control of the library’s collection. Core tasks include receiving, processing, barcoding, and cataloging physical and digital collections in both MARC and non-MARC formats to international standards; performing quality control and resolving discrepancies for bibliographic records, utilizing Sierra software; sending and receiving orders and invoices in accordance with international EDIFACT protocols from all major book vendors; loading bibliographic records via FTP from bibliographic cataloging vendors and communicating with them for proper quality control; processing materials for offsite, withdrawals, and Wert commercial bookbinding; departmental library management and maintenance; managing cataloging of the reference collection in the Drawings and Prints; processing books for departmental libraries; managing daily recalls (average of 120 per month) between curatorial staff; and conducting a detailed inventory of library materials checked out to Museum staff. Provides outstanding service to all library patrons at the Circulation and Registration Desks on a daily basis.

This position reports to the Associate Manager of Circulation and Reader Services. The schedule is Monday–Friday.

Please submit a cover letter stating your interest and your CV, addressed to the search committee to lib.search@metmuseum.org.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILIES & DUTIES:

  • Utilizes knowledge of RDA/AACR2 and the LC Classification system to create high quality descriptive and technical metadata in both MARC and non-MARC formats for both physical and digital collections; catalogs research materials in all formats according to national standards
  • Assists with data loads of bibliographic and authority records and financial data from vendors using EDIFACT, systems maintenance, and Sierra library software
  • Assists in processing and cataloging of gifts for Watson and departmental libraries
  • Assists with collection management including offsite processing, withdrawals, and departmental library maintenance
  • Collaborates with library staff to maximize the functionality of our integrated library software, Sierra, to assess best practices and streamline workflow for inventory, collections management, recall procedures, and cataloging
  • Manages the daily recall process of library materials between curatorial staff and the circulation of departmental library materials for Museum staff
  • Coordinates with departing Museum staff to ensure all library materials are returned
  • Maintains an ongoing and accurate inventory of materials checked out to Museum fellows
  • Processes overdue notices for departmental library books
  • Assists with the maintenance of the circulation database in Sierra, including creating and updating item and patron records
  • Responsible for cataloging the reference collection in the Drawings and Prints departmental library
  • Assists in departmental book retrieval and circulation for library patrons
  • Coordinates with curatorial departments to conduct a detailed inventory of library materials checked out to Museum staff
  • Provides outstanding customer service in daily Circulation and Registration Desk shifts
  • Occasional weekend work required
  • Other duties as assigned

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS:

Experience and Skills:

  • Library experience required
  • Excellent customer service skills required
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills required
  • Ability to do detailed work accurately and independently required
  • While performing duties of this job, the employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and also push or pull objects weighing 30-400 pounds on wheels (book trucks).

Knowledge and Education:

  • Work toward or completion of an MLS preferred
  • Experience using an automated integrated library system and preferred
  • Knowledge of RDA/AACR2, LC Classification and MARC21 preferred

The Thomas J. Watson Library is the central research library of The Metropolitan Museum of Art. Reflecting the depth and scope of the Museum’s collection, the library collects scholarly material from the art of early antiquity to contemporary art. Like the Museum, the library’s holdings are encyclopedic and global in nature and provide a broad range of research materials on Ancient Near Eastern, Egyptian, Greek and Roman, Asian, Islamic, European and American art. In addition to its extensive collection of monographs, exhibition catalogs and rare books, the library includes 150,000 auction and sale catalogs dating from the eighteenth century to the present day. Watson Library’s staff of thirty eight adds nearly 20,000 volumes a year, manages a large collection of electronic resources, and continues to build its digital collections, now comprising over one million pages of online content.

The Museum’s library system includes The Robert Goldwater Library, covering the art of Africa, Oceania and the Americas; Nolen Library, providing materials for all ages on the history of art and also curriculum related material for teachers; The Lehman Collection Library, a collection on European painting and decorative arts; The Joyce F. Menschel Library in the Department of Photographs; The Onassis Library in the Department of Greek and Roman Art; The Irene Lewisohn Costume Reference Library; and the Cloisters Library for medieval art and related topics. The Museum’s departmental libraries contribute to combined holdings of more than one million volumes, a collection unrivaled in depth and coverage for the history of art on a global scale.

See https://www.metmuseum.org to learn more about the Museum’s libraries, including access policies and hours, and to connect to the libraries’ catalog, Watsonline.

Opportunities: Scholarships, Professional Associations

Brooks McNamara Performing Arts Librarian Scholarship

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Sponsored by the Theatre Library Association, this scholarship acknowledges outstanding accomplishments of promising students specializing in performing arts librarianship and currently enrolled in an ALA-accredited MLIS program or an archival training program.

This year’s theme: “How can performing arts library/archives professionals help create a more equitable and inclusive society?”

You might want to discuss what initiatives you have started or been involved with, comment on initiatives led by others, propose possible new approaches, and other topics.

Submit: A 500-to-1000-word essay on the topic: “How can performing arts library/archives professionals help create a more equitable and inclusive society?”; the application form; an up-to-date resume; and contact information for three references.

For more info, see: http://www.tla-online.org/awards/professionalawards/ (you have to scroll about halfway down the page for the Brooks McNamara Scholarship)

Opportunities: Job Postings

Job posting: University Archivist, University of North Carolina School of the Arts, Winston-Salem, NC

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Posting Details
Position Information
Working Title University Archivist
Position Type EHRA Tier II
Position Number 060112
Full/Part Time Full-time
School/Department Information
The Library and Learning Commons provides materials and services which support the University of North Carolina School of the Arts’ education, artistic, and performance objectives, and which serve the intellectual, informational, and cultural needs of the students, faculty, and staff of the school, as well as other members of the local community. As a unit of the Library, the Archives exists as the institutional memory of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, documenting the school’s history from its extraordinary beginning to its present day standing as one of the world’s premiere arts schools.

Work Schedule and hours
Description of Responsibilities and Duties
The Library and Learning Commons provides materials and services which support the University of North Carolina School of the Arts’ education, artistic, and performance objectives, and which serve the intellectual, informational, and cultural needs of the students, faculty, and staff of the school, as well as other members of the local community. As a unit of the Library, the Archives exists as the institutional memory of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts, documenting the school’s history from its extraordinary beginning to its present day standing as one of the world’s premiere arts schools.

The University Archivist:
– Oversees cataloging, discovery, preservation, and promotion of the collection that documents the student, faculty, and institutional experience of the University using best practices and professional standards.

– Manages relationships with campus shareholders for the continual intake of institutional records and archival materials, both electronic and physical and in a range of types and formats. Administers University Records in compliance with the NC Public Records Act, and as liaison with the State Records Management Office.

– Supervises one part-time employee and Archives volunteers.

– Conducts continued outreach to campus shareholders, including faculty, staff, students, alumni, and donors, to nourish creative teaching and learning on campus and to promote knowledge and understanding of the origins and development of the programs and goals of the University of North Carolina School of the Arts. Is an active part of the archives life cycle at UNCSA by promoting campus documentation of performance and the creative process.

– Integrates archival collections with course curricula by working closely with faculty, providing instructional sessions around primary sources, and exposing library users to UNCSA history through exhibitions, displays, social media, and other forms of outreach.

– Creates digital access points to all collections through current cataloging and description standards; articulates, manages, and trains staff on cataloging workflows.

– Supports researchers at UNCSA and external to the institution with an ability to adapt to new research paradigms in the arts and humanities.

– Serves on campus-wide committees as needed and remains professionally active to stay current with trends and changes in the profession.

– Coordinates with the University Librarian and the Office of Advancement on fundraising and grant writing efforts.

Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in Library/Information Science/Archives & Records Management from an ALA-accredited institution with 2 years of professional experience as a librarian or archivist.

Preferred Qualifications
– Arts and/or humanities background

– Demonstrated experience working with diverse collections and shareholders

– Experience with curation and/or collection development

– Proven ability and enthusiasm for bringing innovation and creative thinking to the workplace

Terms of Employment E2
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
– Command of archival theory and best practices, both for physical and electronic collections.

– A strong knowledge of digitization and cataloging workflows as well as the born-digital archival lifecycle. Experience with archival content management systems as well as digital file formats, electronic records management, and digital persistence practice and theory.

– Ensures long-term retention of physical materials (non-electronic) with knowledge of preservation practice and storage.

– Knowledge of current copyright and privacy laws, donor restrictions, and permissions related to public access of paper and born digital records.

– Ability to supervise as well as work independently on projects. Ability to collaborate with the Library team and campus shareholders, as well as to identify and develop new partnerships that enhance the reputation and use of the UNCSA Archives.

Special Conditions for Eligibility
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number AS171P
Open Date 06/01/2018
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Salary Range
Recruitment Range, if applicable
Special Instructions to Applicants
This is an EHRA position.

PLEASE NOTE: A criminal background check will be conducted on candidate finalist prior to the offer of employment.

Resumes WILL NOT be accepted in lieu of completing an electronic application. The application must be competed in full detail (including work history) for your qualifications to be considered.

Failure to complete the application process as required by state regulations WILL result in your application being rejected for the vacancy and you will not be considered for the position.

Other materials may be requested at a later time.

Applications will be treated confidentially until the final stages of the search process. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

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Opportunities: Job Postings

Job posting: Library Information Specialist IV (Fine Arts Night Supervisor) – Baylor University, Waco, TX

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Job Title Library Information Specialist IV (Part Time Nights)
Position Type Technical/Paraprofessional
City Waco
State TX
Zip 76798
Purpose
The purpose of this position is to serve as the Fine Arts Night Supervisor. This position provides reference and research services, supervising night student staff, assisting with circulation, reserves, and collection processing during evening and late night hours up to 1am.

Job Duties
Required Education Bachelor’s
Field of Study
Required Experience Less than 1 year of relevant work
Other Required Qualifications
-Strong user-service commitment
-Excellent organizational skills
-Attentive to detail and accuracy
-Effective written and oral communication skills -Strong interpersonal skills
-Demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team setting
-Proficient with personal computing and a variety of technologies
-All employees are expected to fully support Baylor’s mission to educate men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.

Preferred Education Bachelor’s
Preferred Field of Study
Preferred Experience 2 years of relevant work
Other Preferred Qualifications
-Ability to read music beyond an elementary level
-Creative
-Flexible
-Forward-thinking
-Self-initiated
-Prior supervisory experience

Part time/Full time Part Time
Avg Hours per Week 25
Work Hours Sunday – Thursday 8:00 PM- 1:00 AM
Physical Demands
See Job Description

About Baylor
Working at Baylor is so much more than simply having a job! As part of the Baylor family, employees not only receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical and dental insurance, generous time off, and fantastic automatic retirement contributions, they also get to experience Baylor.

-Experience the culture of working for an institution consistently ranked as a “Great College to Work For” by The Chronicle of Higher Education
-Experience a mission driven organization based on a strong Christian commitment (www.baylor.edu/about)
-Experience Baylor academics with outstanding tuition remission for eligible staff and qualified dependents
-Experience our beautiful campus with access to libraries, museums, and recreational facilities such as our fitness center, athletic courts, an indoor swimming pool, and the Baylor marina to name a few
-Experience our great dining facilities and enjoy an employee discount
-Experience Baylor athletics with reduced admission or free access to athletic events
-Experience Baylor through many more wonderful events and programs that take place on campus each year
-Conveniently located in Waco, Texas, Baylor University is approximately 90 miles from both the Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin areas. To learn more about life in Waco, visit http://wacochamber.com/community/about-waco.

EEO Statement
Baylor University is a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas. As an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer, Baylor is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, marital status, pregnancy status, military service, genetic information, and disability. As a religious educational institution, Baylor is lawfully permitted to consider an applicant’s religion among its selection criteria. Baylor encourages women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities to apply.

Pay Rate Commensurate with education and experience

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Opportunities: Job Postings

Job Posting: Metadata and Cataloging Librarian for Special Formats – The University of Texas at Austin

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Professional Librarian – Metadata and Cataloging Librarian for Special Formats
Hiring department Humanities Rsch Ctr
Monthly salary $3,750
Hours per week 40.00 Variable
Posting number 18-05-18-01-0080
Job Status Open
FLSA status Exempt
Earliest Start Date Immediately
Position Duration Funding expected to continue
Position open to all applicants
Location Austin (main campus)
Number of vacancies 1
General Notes
None provided

Required Application Materials
A Resume is required in order to apply
A Letter of Interest is required in order to apply.
A List of 3 References is required in order to apply.
Additional Information
Purpose
To enhance access and discovery for a variety of Ransom Center collections, while contributing to cross-departmental metadata initiatives and shaping new cataloging approaches compatible with current and emerging initiatives.

Essential Functions
Performs original and complex copy cataloging in MARC according to established national guidelines and standards appropriate for printed, published, and visual materials,including but not limited to pre-1821 monographs, maps,playbills, ephemera, photo albums and portfolios, musical scores, and selected works of art. Maintains workflows and communication within the unit on issues requiring expertise and guidance in rare books and special formats cataloging. Collaborates with other Description and Access units and with UT Libraries in support of cross-departmental metadata transformation and catalog management and maintenance activities; contributes name authority records to PCC NACO. Trains Federal Work Study students and interns to advance the initiatives of the department and provides quality assurance to ensure integrity of the unit output.

Marginal/Incidental functions
Liaises with curators and other staff to acquire and track printed and published media; participates in weekly and occasional weekend public service or reference work; may participate in Center and campus committees and initiatives.

Required qualifications
Master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA-accredited program, or international equivalent; Experience cataloging library materials, preferably rare books and special formats; Evidence of knowledge of MARC and non-MARC bibliographic exchange formats, metadata content standards, controlled vocabularies; Evidence of knowledge of the role and function of authority control; Demonstrated ability to manage time effectively, balance multiple responsibilities, and adjust accordingly to changing priorities, needs, and deadlines; High level of initiative, self-motivation and self-development skills; Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills, to effectively work with internal and external audiences in fostering an atmosphere of positive participation and communication. Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate.

Preferred Qualifications
At least 2 years of experience post-MLIS managing workflows on a library setting and coordinating cataloging projects; Experience creating authority records, and contributing to PCC NACO; Experience cataloging serials or non-printed and published formats; Experience working with metadata transformation and mapping; Supervisory or training experience; Demonstrated awareness of new and emerging bibliographic standards and technologies, and a commitment to their effective application; Knowledge of rare material handling and preservation; Reading knowledge in one or more languages other than English; A record of professional engagement and service or willingness to develop one; Demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Working conditions
May work around standard office conditions Repetitive use of a keyboard at a workstation Use of manual dexterity Climbing of stairs Lifting and moving

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Opportunities: Job Postings

Job Posting: Digital Archivist, Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences, Hollywood, CA

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TITLE
Digital Archivist
DESCRIPTION
Job Summary:

Reporting to the Director of Digital Management Services (DMS), the Digital Archivist works cross-departmentally with Academy curators, preservationists and archivists to manage efforts to preserve, describe and make accessible digitized and born-digital archival materials.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Act as liaison to curatorial staff and internal content producers to manage the selection, description, preservation, and archiving of digital assets
Perform content audits and verify fixity of born digital collections
Manage preservation ingests and monitor file-based workflows for proxy creation; identify preservation issues and report problems to AMPAS staff and system vendors
Train and onboard new users
Field helpdesk tickets and system error reports using JIRA ticketing system; provide ongoing user support
Participate in interdepartmental working groups to define data governance and workflows
Assist DMS Manager with documentation of workflows, policies and processes
Assist DMS Manager and Information Technology staff with data migration, quality control and testing of systems

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Advanced degree in archive studies or library information science required
Minimum 2+ years hands-on experience with archive/library/museum collections and digital asset management solutions (previous experience with Adlib collections management software and Open Text Media Management is a plus)
In-depth understanding of digital formats and concepts related to digital use, migration and reformatting with particular emphasis on media formats for audio and moving image file formats
Demonstrated knowledge of workflows for audiovisual production, digital restoration of film, video and audio
Demonstrated knowledge of principles of archival collection management and preservation required; knowledge of motion picture history and technology preferred
Extremely detail-oriented and experienced with standard computer word processing and spreadsheet software
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical staff; patience for training and support
Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment where consultation, flexibility, collaboration and cooperation are essential

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME Full-Time
EDUCATION
POSITION Digital Archivist
EXEMPT/NON-EXEMPT Non-Exempt
OPEN DATE 5/21/2018
LOCATION Hollywood
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences is a global community of more than 8,000 of the most accomplished artists, filmmakers and executives working in film. In addition to celebrating and recognizing excellence in filmmaking through the Oscars, the Academy supports a wide range of initiatives to promote the art and science of the movies, including public programming, educational outreach and the upcoming Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, which is under construction in Los Angeles.
EOE STATEMENT The Academy is committed to equal opportunity in employment and to creating, managing and valuing diversity in its workforce. Maintaining a diverse workforce is vital to the Academy. Accordingly, the Academy enforces a strict policy that prohibits discrimination in hiring, training, compensation, promotion, transfer, or termination, whether on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation or genetic information. This includes a workplace that is free of all forms of harassment. And, to help foster diversity, the Academy utilizes programs that ensure fairness of opportunity, pay, and growth to all applicants and employees. Every employee of the Academy is required to follow this policy and to preserve the Academy’s commitment to diversity.

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