(Updated March 4, 2008)

The North Country Library System has an opening for a Receptionist.
The Position - This is a highly visible position requiring good interpersonal skills since it involves direct contact both in person and on the telephone with the public, as well as librarians and trustees. Performance of some secretarial duties for the director, business manager, and other professional and paraprofessional staff members and receptionist responsibilities may be required. Training and assistance in other departments as needed.
Duties -
* Greets Service Center visitors and is primary telephone answerer.
* Responsible for the daily operation and maintenance of the mailing machine, training staff on its use, and electronically adds postage as needed.
* Prepares bulk mailings and oversees bulk mailing preparation and procedures and delivers the mailing to the post office.
* Handles incoming mail and delivery envelope materials, logs in checks, routes items to appropriate staff, and takes mail to the post office at the end of each workday.
* Inserts materials into the delivery envelopes for NCLS and Member Libraries and outside non-profit organizations as needed.
* Reconciles checks received to checks deposited at each month’s end.
* Keeps "Directory of Member Libraries" and address file up-to-date and prints mailing labels and nametags as needed.
* Updates e-mail address list for member library trustees and directors.
* Maintain an events database.
Computer Skills -
* This position requires minimum typing skills of 50 w.p.m.
* Experience with Microsoft Word and Excel are required for this position.
Annual Salary & Benefits - Salary commensurate with experience ($8.00 - $10.00 per hour). FTE Benefits include 10 paid vacation days per year (increasing to 12 days after two years of employment); 13 paid sick days per year; 12 paid holidays per year; health and dental insurance plans; NYS Retirement Plan; cafeteria plan, supplemental insurance options.
To Apply - Submit Cover Letter and Resume to: Linda L. Lawler, Business Manager, North Country Library System, 22072 CR 190, PO Box 99, Watertown, New York 13601-0099, email: llawler@ncls.org. Applications will be reviewed immediately until position is filled.
(Posted February 28, 2008)

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Librarian II - The Clinton Essex Franklin Library System (CEFLS) based in Plattsburgh, NY, is seeking a full-time Librarian II. The three county library system, consisting of 30 libraries, 3 reading centers and a bookmobile, serves a population of approx. 160, 000 in the beautiful Adirondack Mountains region. The deadline for applications is March 15, 2008. This is a classified position, subject to Civil Service examination.
The Position - The full description can be seen on the Clinton County Civil Service web site by clicking here. Applicant must be available to travel to CEFLS member libraries or other locations as necessary.
Minimum Qualifications - Possession of an ALA accredited MLS degree and two years professional experience, preferably in children’s and youth services. Must have the New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate. Successful candidate must have strong commitment to public service, literacy and reading.
To Apply - Submit cover letter, resume, names of three references and Clinton County Civil Service application form to: Ewa Jankowska, Director, Clinton Essex Franklin Library System, 33 Oak Street, Plattsburgh, NY 12901. Email: Ewa Jankowska.
(Posted February 19, 2008)

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Adult Reading Program Manager - The Keene Valley Library is seeking a person for a full-time summer position, Memorial Day - Labor Day 2008. This position is supported by a grant from a Library patron.
Responsibilities - The position will have two main responsibilities: (1) To develop and implement an adult reading program by identifying and creating themed presentations of adult fiction and non-fiction. The idea is to draw people into the fun of reading for recreation. An example of a themed presentation would be a selection of books on global warming outlining different perspectives. Another might be a presentation of books by the winner of the most recent Nobel Prize for literature. Our goal is to increase adult circulation, as evidenced by data from the library’s system. This will require working with the library board, the director, the grant maker, community reading groups and interested patrons. We envision some 20-40 themed collections; 4-5 will rotate to the main shelves each week. (2) To attend to normal library operations to help us extend our summer hours. Currently the library is closed on Wednesdays, Sundays and after 4:00 pm the rest of the week. Our hope is to stay open until 5:00 pm each day and add hours on Wednesday and/or Sunday. The second role for this person is to help make this possible. The time in June will be needed to select and assemble the themed collections and to learn the operating procedures of the library. In July and August, the library experiences greatly increased usage; most of this time will be spent interacting with patrons and library events of the summer.
Qualifications - Key skills and qualifications required:
* People Skills: This position needs someone who is outgoing and comfortable dealing with the public on the topics of adult fiction and non-fiction. Team working skills and positive interaction with the library director and staff are critical.
* A Love of Books and Reading: The successful candidate should have broad knowledge and experience with both adult fiction and non-fiction to bring to the job. As a regular library patron, the person hired should be familiar with current literature reviews and lists.
* Computer Skills: To succeed in the job, the person will need computer skills sufficient for writing and creating posters for outreach to the community informing people of the themed book collections available each week and any related programming. In addition, the person will need to use the library system to generate reports on circulation in 2008 vs. 2007 to determine our level of success.
* Independent Self-Starter: We expect this person to be comfortable creating this adult reading program from scratch with input, but not direction, from a number of people.
Appliants - The library is open to many types of applicants. This would be a great internship opportunity for someone in a university library science program, particularly someone with an interest in community library experience. It could be an excellent summer position for someone running a university library or a school library. A person with bookstore experience, particularly someone who has created displays and collections to draw readers into a store may well be a good match. The person will be paid a stipend commensurate with their skills and experience. If the successful candidate is from out-of-town we will endeavor to find a suitable housing situation.
To Apply - Applicants should send a cover letter and resume to: Phyllis Buchanan, Keene Valley Library, P.O. Box 86, Keene Valley, NY 12943; or via email to: buchanan@kvvi.net.
(Posted February 12, 2008)

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Hunter-Rice Library of Samaritan Medical Center in Watertown seeks a Professional Librarian for a full-time circuit librarian position
Position Information - The Circuit Librarian provides library services to seven contracting hospitals in a four county area. Services provided include reference, document delivery, user instruction, marketing of service and consultation with circuit institutions on library operations. Hospitals are visited on a rotating schedule requiring approximately 300 miles of travel per week (on company time and currently reimbursed at $.485 per mile). There are no evening or weekend hours.
Required Qualifications -
* Masters Degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA accredited institution
* Reliable automobile
* Ability to work independently
Preferred Qualifications - Experience in a medical library.
To Apply - An online application is available at the Samaritan Medical Center website at samaritanhealth.jobscience.com/jsrapp/, and go to the Circuit Librarian position. For more information contact Jeff Garvey at 315-779-5126, or jgarvey@shsny.com.
(Search Re-Opened; posted January 14, 2008)

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Electronic Resources/Serials Librarian - Penfield Library at the State University of New York at Oswego seeks an energetic/innovative librarian for the position of Electronic Resources/Serials Librarian. This is a full-time, tenure track faculty position.
Responsibilities - This position provides leadership in resource access; monitors current trends in access and electronic resources management and administers use of electronic resources management systems and tools. This includes management of the Serials and Cataloging Departments. Major responsibilities include management of serials operations, including check-in, cataloging and control of both print and electronic journals and standing orders; supervision/direction/training of four full time support staff, including oversight of all copy cataloging.
Penfield Library is highly automated. We currently utilize ExLibris. ALEPH 500 system for Serials Control along with Serials Solutions 360 Article Linker. This position reports to The Coordinator of Technical Services and works closely with Acquisitions and with the Coordinators of Collection Development and Library Technology. Assists in planning and goal-setting for Technical Services and establishing/monitoring departmental workflows. Responsible for the licensing of print and electronic journals and databases and for the authentication, activation and maintenance of access to e-journals. Serves a lead role in providing public access to electronic journals/serials through support and maintenance of Serials Solutions link resolver software. Troubleshoots subscription related access problems with vendors, including Serials Solutions and EBSCO. Provides original cataloging for periodicals and serials in varying formats as necessary. Provides documentation and support for use of ExLibris. ALEPH serials and cataloging modules; maintains serials holdings in OCLC; resolves complex problems pertaining to serials; prepares statistical/evaluative reports to library administration as requested. Promotes the effective use of electronic serials collections by library staff, students and faculty. Some reference service, including occasional weekend/evening hours. Performs collection development and instructional duties in an assigned subject liaison area.
Required Qualifications - ALA-accredited MLS. Experience managing serials in an academic or larger public library, including direct experience with an electronic serials system. Experience with OCLC Connexion and link resolver software. Working knowledge of national cataloging standards including MARC format, AACR2 and Library of Congress Subject Headings. Knowledge of current trends in serials management and scholarly publishing. Ability to work effectively, both independently and as part of a team; excellent written, oral and interpersonal skills; working knowledge of Microsoft office software.
Preferred Qualifications - Knowledge of authority control practices. Experience with the ExLibris Library Management System (ALEPH). Prior supervisory experience preferred. Experience working with diversity issues/diverse students/multicultural environments.
To Apply - Submit a letter of application addressing qualifications, a copy of unofficial transcripts, curriculum vitae, and names of three current references electronically to the link provided on the web site, www.oswego.edu/vacancies. Official transcripts are required prior to hiring.
Review Date - Review of applications will begin March 1, 2008 and will continue until the position is filled. Salary: Commensurate with rank and experience. Date of Appointment: June 1, 2008.
Description of Department - Penfield Library is committed to a program of innovative, learner centered service to students, faculty and staff at SUNY Oswego. With 16 full-time librarians, several part-time adjuncts and 18 full-time support staff, the Library provides a wide-range of resources and services. As one of 64 campuses sharing an ExLibris SUNY-wide Union Catalog, the Library supports extensive Serials Solutions 360 Article Linker connections, federated searching, electronic reserves and an array of electronic databases providing access to nearly 26,000 print and electronic journals. In addition to housing a monographs collection of over 475,000 bound volumes and 8,000+ electronic titles, the Library is also a partial depository for U.S. and New York State government documents. Penfield.s well-established liaison program provides support (including collection development, specialized reference, library instruction and regular communication) to faculty in the disciplines. The Library strongly supports the college.s mission for interdisciplinary programs in Global Studies, Africa/African American Studies, Women.s Studies and minor area studies.
(Posted January 10, 2008)

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The St. Lawrence-Lewis School Library System (SLL SLS) is seeking candidates for an Information Services Librarian.
Responsibilities Include - Management of the School Library System's Library Automation program, some staff development, assistance with developing the professional and media libraries, and other professional duties as needed. The SLL SLS has 18 member districts with more than 40 school libraries.
Requirements - The SLL SLS would prefer a certified School Library Media Specialist, but would consider an MLS/MLIS degreed candidate, preferably with Public Library Certification.
To Apply - Please contact: Allison S. Wheeler, SLS Director, St. Lawrence-Lewis School Library System, 7229 State Hwy. 56, Norwood, NY 13668. PH: (315) 353-6684, FAX: (315) 353-2978, Email awheeler@sllboces.org no later than January 24, 2008.
(Posted January 7, 2008)

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Director of Information Services - SUNY Canton seeks a dynamic professional to manage the Department of Information Services, a department of library, information, and technology specialists.
Duties Include - Managing personnel, budget and service for library resources, technical infrastructure, network, telecommunications and classroom technologies. Emphasis is on effectively integrating information systems department staff and services, and developing and implementing plans, strategies, and policies for information services and technology. This director will collaborate, communicate with, and support all campus constituent groups to provide information resources and technology services to students, faculty, and staff.
Requirements - Experience in a merged library and information systems environment in higher education is preferred. Master’s degree in liberal arts, library science, or MIS is required. Organizational, verbal and written communication, and collaboration skills, as well as a service orientation, will be key factors to success in this position.
To Apply - Send letter of application, resume, and names of three references by e-mail to hr@canton.edu; or by mail to: Director of Information Services Recruitment Committee, Human Resources Dept., SUNY Canton, 34 Cornell Drive, Canton, NY 13617. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.
(Posted Sept. 14, 2007)

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