Positions Open in Indiana Libraries
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UPDATED: 02/05/2010
CARMEL: COMPUTER TRAINING AND SUPPORT SPECIALIST
Description/Responsibilities: The Carmel Clay Public Library seeks a Computer Training and Support Specialist to provide training, technical support and troubleshooting to all library departments for their computer hardware, software and voice mail systems. Please see a detailed job posting on our web site, www.carmel.lib.in.us (click on the "information" tab, then on "jobs").
Qualifications: Technology-related bachelor’s degree and at least two years of experience working with computer applications in a public service environment OR a non-related bachelor’s degree plus at least five years of technology-related experience. Candidates must also be proficient in the use of Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher; have a good working knowledge of microcomputer hardware, operating systems and applications, network technology and the Internet; be able to plan and present training programs with confidence and ease; and be flexible, self-directed, and able to work with minimum supervision.
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Contact: Submit a letter of interest including salary requirements, resume, and college transcript to Cindy Wenz, Human Resources Manager, Carmel Clay Public Library, 55 4th Avenue SE, Carmel, IN 46032. Fax: 317-571-4285. Email: cwenz@carmel.lib.in.us
Deadline: Position open until filled; however, to ensure consideration, applications should be submitted by February 19, 2010.
Posted: 02/03/2010
ENGLISH: LIBRARY DIRECTOR
Description/Responsibilities: The Board of Trustees of the Crawford County Public Library seeks an innovative and people-oriented full-time Director. Crawford County is a CLASS B library serving a county population of 10,624 with just over 5000 cardholders. Crawford County is located approximately 40 miles west of Louisville, KY off of I-64. The Director is responsible to the Board of Trustees for the operation and management of the two library facilities. Other responsibilities include budget preparation, administration, staff supervision, public relations, and collection management. Candidate must have excellent supervisory and organizational skills, be computer literate, have the ability to coordinate good working relations among staff members, communicate effectively with the Friends of the Library and Board of Trustees, patrons, and community organizations.
Qualifications (preferred): ALA approved Master's of Library Science degree from an accredited program, a Librarian Certificate II, and three years library experience.
Salary: Commensurate with Experience
Contact: By December 15, 2009, Send cover letter, resume and three professional references to: Catherine Ramsey, C/O Crawford County Public Library Board of Trustees, 203 Indiana Avenue (P.O. Box 159), English, IN 47118.
Deadline: Position open until filled.
Posted: 11/06/2009
EVANSVILLE: REFERENCE SERVICES SUPERVISOR
Description/Responsibilities: The Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library nationally recognized 5-Star Library is seeking an enthusiastic, experienced, innovative, and committed reference librarian to lead our Reference Services Department at our Central Library. Librarian will coordinate and supervise Central Library reference services, to assure excellence in customer service and maximum use of the services and resources of Central Library reference. A complete job description can be found at: http://www.evpl.org/aboutus/employment/jobs/FTReferenceServSprCE.aspx.
Qualifications: (Required) Master’s of Library Science degree from an ALA accredited school and a minimum of five years of relevant work experience in a public library - including supervisory experience; or combination of degree and experience relative to the job. Current Indiana State Library Certification or ability to achieve certification within 6 months of hire date.
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Contact: Qualified persons interested may submit a cover letter, resume/vitae including three professional references, and an application, to: Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library, Attn: Don Crankshaw, Human Resources, 200 S.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Evansville, IN 47713
Deadline: Application must be submitted by January 15, 2010. Position open until filled
Posted: 12/12/2009
MOORESVILLE: INFORMATION/TECHNICAL SERVICES LIBRARIAN
Description/Responsibilities: Mooresville Public Library, an award-winning library, is located 14 miles southwest of Indianapolis or approximately 30 miles north of Bloomington, Indiana, is seeking an experienced, enthusiastic, detailed and service-oriented librarian to join our team. The librarian will be responsible for all aspects of processing new materials including: acquisitions, original and copy cataloging in all formats using LCSH and Dewey classifications; maintaining the integrity of the bibliographic database; and reference and readers’ advisory assistance. The candidate must possess excellent communication, organizational, and cataloging skills and be a team player. A job description and MPL applications are available and posted at www.mooresvillelib.org click on Library then Employment.
Qualifications: Prefer ALA approved Master's of Library Science degree from an accredited program, a Librarian Certificate III and two years library experience. However would consider a SLIS student [LC-V] with cataloging experience. Candidate must have an in-depth knowledge of MARC formats, and experience with online cataloging required; experience in Technical Services preferred. Knowledge of Evergreen Indiana automated system a plus.
Salary: $9.50 an hour. 25 hours a week.
Contact: To apply, please submit a resume, cover letter, and a completed MPL application to Diane Huerkamp, Director Mooresville Public Library, 220 West Harrison Street, Mooresville, Indiana 46158. A completed MPL application, resume and references are required to be considered for an interview. Print out required MPL applications and/or the job description at www.mooresvillelib.org click on Library then Employment or email dianeh@mooresville.lib.in.us. No phone calls.
Deadline: February 15, 2010
Posted: 01/28/2010
MUNCIE: CATALOGER
Description/Responsibilities: Muncie Public Library, recipient of the Indiana Library Federation’s 2009 Outstanding Library Award, is seeking a detail oriented and customer friendly MLS Librarian for this unique position at Maring-Hunt Library. This position is exempt, full-time with a regular schedule of Monday through Friday and reports directly to the Technical Services Manager. MPL serves Center Township with a population of 71,000. MPL’s Technical Services is a department that can offer a self-motivated individual the opportunity to grow and attain a high performance standard of accuracy, quantity and speed. Duties include original and copy cataloging, quality assurance of outsourced cataloging, in-house copy cataloging and internal processing, maintenance of database integrity and authority of records, and supervisory duties. One day per week, this position will provide front line customer service in the Adult and/or Youth Services areas of Maring-Hunt Library. A full job description can be found on our online application at www.munpl.org. MPL is an EOE and affirmative action employer---M/F/Vet/Disabled.
Qualifications: MLS, MIS or MLIS from an ALA accredited program, Indiana Librarian Certificate 3 or higher certification or ability to obtain Indiana Librarian Certificate 3 or higher within six months of start date required and one year of cataloging experience preferred. Supervisory experience preferred. Advanced computer and internet skills required.
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Full benefits including health, dental and vision insurances, life and LTD/ADD insurances, PERF and vacation, sick and personal paid time-off.
Contact: Please apply through MPL’s online application at www.munpl.org. Resumes may be accepted after an online application is completed; however a resume will not substitute for an online application. Contact Susan Burgdorf-Miller, HR Director, at 765-741-7331 or sburgdorf-miller@munpl.org for questions.
Deadline: Position open until filled
Posted: 01/25/2010
MUNCIE: YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARIAN
Description/Responsibilities: Muncie Public Library, recipient of the Indiana Library Federation’s 2009 Outstanding Library Award, is seeking an energetic, motivated MLS Librarian to join its busy and dynamic Youth Services Department at Maring-Hunt Library. MPL serves Center Township with a population of 71,000. Maring-Hunt Library’s large patronage of youth and young adult customers enjoy a beautiful branch that offers a vast array of programming including a highly successful Summer Reading Program, state-of- the-art technology and a large and diverse children’s and youth collection. This position reports directly to the Branch Manager. Duties include front line customer service, programming, outreach and assisting in the development and maintenance of children’s and young adult’s print and audiovisual collection. A full job description can be found on our online application at www.munpl.org. MPL is an EOE and affirmative action employer---M/F/Vet/Disabled.
Qualifications: MLS, MIS or MLIS from an ALA accredited program, an Indiana Certificate 3 or higher certification or ability to obtain Indiana Librarian Certificate 3 or higher within six months of start date required. Paid work experience or volunteer experience with children and/or young adults required. Excellent computer, researching, communication and interpersonal skills required. Customer service skills required. Prior work experience in a library and in a customer service position preferred.
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. Full benefits including health, dental and vision insurances, life and LTD/ADD insurances, PERF and vacation, sick and personal paid time-off.
Contact: Please apply through MPL’s online application at www.munpl.org. Resumes may be accepted after an online application is completed; however a resume will not substitute for an online application. Contact Susan Burgdorf-Miller, HR Director, at 765-741-7331 or sburgdorf-miller@munpl.org for questions.
Deadline: Position open until filled
Posted: 01/21/2010
RENSSELAER: TECHNICAL SERVICES LIBRARIAN
Description/Responsibilities: The Jasper County Public Library is seeking an experienced, professional, service-oriented Librarian to serve as Technical Services Librarian for our medium size library system with a main library located in Rensselaer, Indiana. Supervising a staff of 2 full time and 3 part time employees, librarian manages all aspects of the Technical Services Department including: acquisitions, cataloging and physical processing; performs authority work, original and copy cataloging in all formats using LCSH and Dewey classifications; maintains the integrity of the bibliographic database; and serves as a member of our Management Team, helping to develop and carry out long and short range plans for the library. Excellent communication, organizational, and management skills required. Successful candidate must have effective communications skills and a strong commitment to supporting public services: demonstrate excellent supervisory and leadership abilities; exhibit outstanding tact and social skills; have the ability to work with staff at all levels; have the willingness and ability to be a team player; and have the ability to make independent decisions. Position available February 8, 2010.
Qualifications: ALA/MLS, in depth knowledge of MARC formats, and experience with online cataloging required; professional, administrative, and supervisory experience in Technical Services preferred. Knowledge of Library.Solution automated system a plus.
Salary: Dependent upon qualifications; minimum beginning salary $38,000.
Contact: To apply, please submit a resume and cover letter to: Patty Stringfellow, Director, Jasper County Public Library, 208 West Susan Street, Rensselaer IN 47978.
Deadline: Position open until filled.
Posted: 12/17/2009; rev. 01/13/2010
WARREN: LIBRARY DIRECTOR
Description/Responsibilities: The Warren Public Library seeks a Director for its library district of 2,530 (town and township). Responsibilities include planning and directing the operations and management of the Library including material collection, programs and services, financial resources, personnel and physical building maintenance. The director also implements the mission and goals of the Library as set and directed by the Library Board of Trustees. Position available July 1, 2010.
Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree plus LC4 or higher, management and leadership skills; knowledge and understanding of the principles, methods and practices of public library operations, comprehension of current library automation technology, general bookkeeping and accounting knowledge; and interpersonal and communication skills.
Salary: Commensurate with qualification and experience.
Contact: Send cover letter, resume and three professional references to Board President, Warren Public Library, PO Box 327, Warren, IN 46792
Deadline: Position open until filled.
Posted: 01/14/2010
ZIONSVILLE: EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Description/Responsibilities: The Board of Trustees of the Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library ("Zionsville Public Library") is seeking an exceptional Executive Director to lead and manage library operations. The Executive Director will manage a staff of 48 with a collection of 130,000 items, an annual circulation of 450,000 and a projected (2010) total budget of three million dollars. The Zionsville Public Library is a state-of-the-art facility, in a suburb of Indianapolis, Indiana, serving an increasingly diverse population of approximately twenty thousand. The ideal candidate will foster the library’s vision of service to the community and lifelong learning. He or she should have a demonstrated track record in library management, sound decision-making ability, excellent communication skills, financial management skills and human resources skills. See full job description and additional information about the Zionsville Public Library at: http://www.zionsville.lib.in.us/hmmpl/pate/about_employment
Qualifications: Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association-accredited school. Eligible for state certification at Level 2 or higher. Five (5) years of progressively responsible management experience and knowledge of public libraries (preferably as a Library Director or Assistant Director). Experience in budgeting, financial management and personnel management. Ability to understand, interpret and apply laws, regulations and policies. Ability to form healthy working relationships with the community and its leadership. Evidence of an awareness of new developments in the library field and vision of the future needs of libraries.
Salary: $55,000 - $70,000 based on qualifications, experience and availability of funds. A comprehensive benefits package is also provided. Position will be available in May 2010.
Contact: To apply, please submit the following: Cover letter; a detailed resume; a one page statement of management philosophy, community relations skills and professional skills as they relate to the job description; and three professional references with current contact information. Mail to: Executive Director Search Committee, Hussey-Mayfield Memorial Public Library, PO Box 840, Zionsville, IN 46077. Or documents may be emailed to directorsearch@zionsville.lib.in.us. Questions may be directed to (317) 968-9252.
Deadline: Applications must be received by February 15, 2010
Posted: 01/14/2010
ELKHART: ACCESS AND DIGITAL SERVICES LIBRARIAN
Description/Responsibilities: The Library of Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary, Elkhart, Indiana, seeks an innovative, energetic and service-oriented librarian for the position of Access and Digital Services Librarian. The AMBS Library serves primarily seminary faculty and students enrolled in master’s level courses. The Access and Digital Services Librarian will lead the library’s efforts to effectively use current and emerging technologies in the provision of information services and resources. The position is currently .8 FTE although this may increase within three years. Primary responsibilities include, but are not limited to supervision in the areas of circulation, course reserves and interlibrary loan; hiring, scheduling, training and supervising student employees; identifying, evaluating, acquiring and providing convenient access to digital resources for the library’s collection; participating in providing reference and instructional services including the design and maintenance of the library’s OPAC and Website.
Qualifications: ALA-accredited MLS, required; degree in religion or theology, highly desirable. A working knowledge of current and emerging technologies and their applications for library resources and services; strong technological aptitude and skills; ability to train and supervise student employees; a working knowledge of the print and online reference resources related to the disciplines represented in the seminary's curriculum; ability to think strategically about change and to implement improvements in library resources and services; strong organizational skills along with the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively; ability to communicate clearly in writing and speaking.
Salary: $28,000–$32,000/yr. 32 hr/wk.
Contact: Please send letter of interest and resume to: Eileen Saner, Library Director, Associated Mennonite Biblical Seminary, 3003 Benham Ave., Elkhart, IN 46517 or email esaner@ambs.edu
Deadline: Review of applications begins on December 7, 2009. The position begins July 1, 2010.
Posted: 10/19/2009
HUNTINGTON: DIRECTOR OF LIBRARY SERVICES
Description/Responsibilities: Huntington University anticipates an opening for Director of Library Services. The Director of Library Services manages all personnel and activities of the library and its subsidiary functions providing a clear vision for the direction of the library that reflects the mission of both Huntington University and RichLyn Library. The Director is a voting member of the Huntington University faculty and reports to the Vice President and Dean of the University. Other responsibilities include: library personnel, library budget, collections and services consistent with acceptable professional collection development practices, and serves on committees as needed. The Director cooperates with and, as appropriate, is a participating member of local, regional, and state libraries and networks. It is expected that the Director has a working knowledge concerning library related information technology. Continuing education as appropriate through statewide or regional workshops is expected. Information about Huntington University may be found at www.huntington.edu.
Qualifications: Christian commitment with evangelical persuasion, Masters Degree or its equivalent from an ALA accredited school; a second masters in a relevant discipline is preferred. Five years or more of library management in an academic environment is preferred. Demonstrated interpersonal skills in oral and written communication, along with a desire and ability to teach. Familiarity with various functions of a dynamic library operation; knowledgeable of trends in library service and academic environments in general. Desire to integrate emerging technologies.
Salary: Dependent upon qualifications and experience.
Contact: Interested candidates may apply by sending a letter, resume, and application form to the Human Resource Office by email to prudy@huntington.edu, fax to 260-359-4086 or through the mail to 2303 College Avenue, Huntington IN 46750. Huntington University application form may be found at www.huntington.edu/dean. Minorities and women are encouraged to apply.
Deadline: The position is anticipated for fall, 2010
Posted: 11/02/2009
INDIANAPOLIS: HEAD OF INFORMATION SERVICES
Description/Responsibilities: The Ruth Lilly Law Library (Indiana University School of Law) in Indianapolis has an immediate opening for Head of Information Services. This position is under the supervision of the Associate Director. The Head of Information Services plans, implements and coordinates circulation and reference services including, document delivery, reserves, collection management, delivery of traditional and electronic reference, a faculty liaison program and training for faculty and students; provides leadership, creativity and vision to promote and support the use of technology to enhance teaching, research and library operations; organizes and participates in the evening and weekend reference duty rotation; develops research instruction publications; heads the legal instruction programs and participates in collection development. The Head of Information Services also teaches legal research in the first and second year LARC program and may teach the Advanced Legal Research course as well as LLM Legal Research. Complete job description also available at: http://indylaw.indiana.edu/library
Qualifications: Required: J.D. from ABA approved law school; M.L.S. from ALA accredited library school; Teaching experience and supervisory experience. Preferred: Significant reference skills utilizing print and electronic sources; Five years of experience in research oriented law library, teaching experience and supervisory experience strongly preferred; Proficient in traditional and computer-assisted legal research methods and solid knowledge of legal materials including experience with current information technologies; Excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills; Familiarity with computer applications and communications including Internet; Strong service orientation; Ability to work independently and as a team member; Willingness to participate in professional activities.
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience, range starting at $50,000.
Contact: To apply send cover letter, resume and names of three references to the administrative assistant for the Search Committee: Mrs. Marilyn J. Wright, Ruth Lilly Law Library, 530 W. New York Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202-3225, mjwright@iupui.edu
IUPUI is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action educator, employer and contractor. M/F/D
Deadline: Position open until filled.
Posted: 11/13/2009; rev. 01/13/2010
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