(Updated May 14, 2008)
Library Director - Clinton Community College in Plattsburgh, New York
seeks an experienced academic librarian for the position of Director of the LeRoy M. Douglas Sr. Library.
Responsibilities - The
director is responsible for the overall administration of the library including planning, development,
implementation, operations, and assessment. The college seeks candidates who can advance the mission of the
library to provide the college community access to the information, services, and environments needed to
strengthen teaching and learning. The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of library trends
and technologies, and the initiative and commitment to effectively assess and apply them.
Qualifications - Master's Degree in Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited college or
university required. Minimum of 5 years professional experience in an academic setting, with progressive
responsibility. Minimum of 3 years management and supervisory experience in an academic setting. Excellent
communication, interpersonal and presentation skills. Ability to lead in a collaborative environment and a
commitment to shared decision-making. Demonstrated organizational, analytical, and project management skills.
Demonstrated responsiveness to the needs of students, faculty and staff. Knowledge and implementation of
current and emerging technologies and their application to library services. Understanding of concepts,
techniques and tools related to instruction. Teaching experience preferred.
The position - Applicants who do not possess the above qualifications are encouraged to put in writing how their background and
experience has prepared them for the responsibilities of this position and by providing appropriate references.
Salary, commensurate with degree and experience, is complemented by an excellent benefits package.
To Apply - Review of applications begins immediately and continues until vacancy is filled.
Anticipated start date is August 1, 2008. Full consideration will be given to application materials received by
June 20, 2008. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, copies of unofficial transcripts, and CCC
Professional Application (available at
www.clinton.edu/hr/jobs.aspx) to:
Human Resources Office,
Clinton Community College,
136 Clinton Point Drive,
Plattsburgh, New York 12901
(Posted May 14, 2008)
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Salmon River Central School District has an opening for a certified School Library Media Specialist.
Anticipated start date is September 1, 2008.
To Apply - For more information about the district and an application, visit
www.srk12.org.
(Posted April 9, 2008)
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The Franklin-Essex-Hamilton BOCES has an opening for a certified School Library Media Specialist.
Anticipated start date is September 1, 2008.
To Apply - For more information visit www.fehb.org/employop.htm.
(Posted April 9, 2008)
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Other sites for library employment information:
NY3Rs Job Listings
Special Libraries Association
Upstate New York Chapter
Higher Ed Jobs
New York State Civil Service Page
Academic Employment Network
The Chronicle of Higher Education
If you are a library in the NNYLN's region and have a job vacancy announcement you
would like posted here, please send your information, including CLOSING DATE for
applications, to Communications Coordinator
Pamela Ouimet at
pouimet@nnyln.org.
