Vermont Library Association 2016-10-27T17:36:04Z http://www.vermontlibraries.org/feed/atom/ WordPress leanne galletly <![CDATA[Librarian I (Reference) – Vermont Tech Hartness Library (Randolph, VT)]]> http://www.vermontlibraries.org/?p=10306 2016-10-16T14:07:13Z 2016-10-12T16:32:34Z Working with a team of librarians to provide reference services to students and faculty at Vermont Technical College and the Community College of Vermont.

Postion:

Librarian 1 (Reference)
12 month Full-time, VSC Grade 11, Non-Exempt VSC-UP PAT Bargaining Unit

Shift:

Sunday – Thursday, 2 pm – 10 pm
Flexibility with schedule is required during breaks (regular daytime hours) and final exam weeks (hours would be 4 pm – 12 am).

Compensation:

Within the VSC Grade 11 salary range plus VSC-UP PAT benefits package.

Location:

Randolph Center Campus

Responsibilities:
  • Provide in-person, phone, and email reference service during evening hours.
  • Work alone with some work study support, overseeing Library circulation, reference and operations in the evenings.
  • Assist users at Vermont Technical College and the Community College of Vermont in finding information using the Library Catalog, databases, and other resources.
  • Provide information literacy instruction to classes and groups as scheduled and as an embedded librarian in course management system (Moodle).
  • Act as library liaison to assigned programs, liaising with faculty and performing collection development and weeding in assigned program area.
  • Assist with the virtual reference chat service.
  • Create instructional guides using current library technologies like LibGuides.
  • Assist with special projects as needed, such as working with the college archives.
Qualifications:

Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited program (or nearing completion of Master’s degree in Library Science), plus one year of relevant experience, including some academic reference and instruction experience, or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired.

  • Broad base of knowledge and skills related to college library technologies.
  • Good planning, organizational & administrative skills.
  • Ability to deal effectively with library patrons and staff, including good interviewing, teaching, advising, and public speaking skills.
  • Ability to communicate with colleagues, students and faculty, in an online virtual environment using various technologies.
  • VT valid driver’s license is required.

Starting Date: January 3, 2017

Application Deadline: Applications will be accepted until October 31, 2016Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

To Apply:

Send a completed VTC employment application (required), resume and cover letter to: jobs@vtc.edu. The employment application is available on the Vermont Tech website at: www.vtc.edu/employment.

Final offer of emploment application is subject to a fingerprint supported criminal background check.

Vermont Tech strongly encourages applications from members of ethnic minority groups and other under-represented backgrounds. Vermont Tech is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a member of the Vermont State College system. In compliance with ADA requirements, we will make reasonable accomdations for the known disability of an otherwise qualified applicant.

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leanne galletly <![CDATA[Library Media Specialist – Summit Street Elementary School (Essex Junction, VT)]]> http://www.vermontlibraries.org/?p=10302 2016-10-10T00:22:38Z 2016-10-10T00:22:38Z Our Summit Street Elementary School is seeking a full-time long-term substitute Library Media Specialist. The position is available beginning immediately through mid January, 2017. The position shall involve supporting students and teachers in achieving the high national and state standards represented in local curriculum as well as the Common Core Standards; providing a full-service 21st century library/media center that incorporates both books and contemporary technological tools; and responding to the needs of all students at a variety of reading levels through the development of individual learning plans. Candidates must be able to support teachers and students with information literacy and technology. A genuine interest, appreciation and love of primary elementary school students is essential, as well as having the ability to ignite students’ interest in reading and to continually foster a love of learning.


We are seeking candidates with the following qualifications:

  • Holds or is eligible to hold a valid VT Educator license with a Library Media Specialist endorsement (3-61). Individuals who hold a valid Elementary Education endorsement (1-00) and are willing to go through the steps of obtaining a Provisional Library Media Endorsement shall also be considered.
  • Ability to implement a focus of literacy across the content areas, and expertise in utilizing technology to support instruction.
  • Dedication to providing a safe and respectful learning environment for students.
  • Excellent teaching, organizational, planning, written and oral communication, and collaboration skills.
  • Commitment to the success of ALL students, and ability to understand and teach to the various learning styles of students.
  • The ability to effectively engage all students.
  • Commitment to continuous improvement in the areas of knowledge and professional practice.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of the student population being served and how demographic variables impact student achievement, and effectively uses this knowledge to effectively design and delivery instruction.
  • Effectively integrates 21st century skills into the learning environment.
  • Good supervisory skills; previous supervisory experience preferred.

Click here for full job description.

Position pays $238.93/day.

Applications only accepted electronically through www.schoolspring.com.

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leanne galletly <![CDATA[Volunteer Library Management Advisor – El Rosario, Honduras]]> http://www.vermontlibraries.org/?p=10293 2016-10-07T20:28:35Z 2016-10-05T02:55:47Z Americans Caring Teaching Sharing (ACTS-Honduras), a New England organization that for thirty years has done community development work in rural Honduras. ACTS has helped the village of El Rosario, in the Department of Yoro, to establish a small library, the Doctor Dean Biblioteca, that serves El Rosario as a lending library, and sends books to schools in thirteen neighboring villages in this remote, mountainous region. The library is managed by a villager, and would benefit from professional advice in management and operation.

Volunteers must be fluent in Spanish and have some relevant experience. The next visit to El Rosario from Vermont is planned for 12/10 – 12/17, but volunteers for visits to be scheduled next year are also welcome. Travel and living costs for the week’s visit likely total about $1200. ACTS-Honduras volunteers have often found support from local faith groups, service clubs and other civic organizations; crowd-funding is a possibility.

For more information about ACTS-Honduras, see their Web site:  http://actshonduras.org/ For more information about this opportunity, send an email to Sheldon Novick, sheldon.novick@gmail.com.

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leanne galletly <![CDATA[VLA Graduate Student Scholarship]]> http://www.vermontlibraries.org/?p=10282 2016-10-04T16:35:31Z 2016-10-04T15:38:08Z The Vermont Library Association Board wishes to promote professional librarianship in Vermont and to encourage involvement in professional development within the state. In support of this, VLA is now accepting applications to a scholarship for those enrolled in a Graduate library degree program.

VLA will award up to $1500 to the selected, qualified applicant pursuing an MLS or MLIS degree.  The check will go directly to the recipient’s educational program.

To be eligible, applicants must meet the following criteria:
  • Must be enrolled in an MLS/MLIS program
  • Must be an active individual VLA member (institutional memberships are not eligible)
  • Must live in Vermont and/or work in a Vermont library and
  • Must not have received a scholarship from VLA in the past 2 years.

The scholarship will be administered by the Vermont Library Association Scholarship Committee. The committee reserves the right not to award a scholarship if qualified applicants are not found. Priority will be given based on monetary need and potential for involvement, leadership and commitment to Vermont Libraries.

Application Deadline: November 15, 2016

Once completed, this application can be emailed to ashaw@vtc.vsc.edu or can be printed or mailed to:

VLA Scholarship Committee
c/o April Shaw
Vermont Technical College – Hartness Library
401 Lawrence Place
Williston, VT 05495

Apply now: VLA Scholarship Application 2016

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leanne galletly <![CDATA[October Is Information Literacy Month]]> http://www.vermontlibraries.org/?p=10273 2016-10-03T13:27:28Z 2016-10-03T13:23:53Z unesco-2The Vermont Consortium of Academic Libraries, Vermont School Library Association, and the Vermont Library Association believe that information literacy is crucial to Vermonters’ success from K-20, into the workplace and continuing throughout the lifespan. While librarians and libraries provide the foundation for teaching information literacy skills, offering quality information sources and collaborative spaces for all Vermonters, we do not work alone in valuing and building these skills…There is an urgent need for dialog among key stakeholders to raise awareness of the importance of information literacy as a lifelong skill, strengthen channels of communication to help students transition their skills from one setting to another, and to help Vermont’s students become information literate adults and citizens.

Vermont Librarians Statement on Information Literacy

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leanne galletly <![CDATA[Library Clerk – Mount Anthony Union High School (Bennington, VT)]]> http://www.vermontlibraries.org/?p=10267 2016-09-29T15:34:11Z 2016-09-29T15:32:42Z We are seeking an outgoing, friendly individual with the ability to build rapport with students and staff, and encourage an overall positive library environment. The ideal candidate will enjoy working as part of a collaborative team. He or She is willing to bring creative ideas to the discussion table and work with the team to turn ideas into realities for the library. If you are familiar with existing library technology, willing to learn about advanced technology when it becomes available, and intrigued by the idea of Makerspaces, please apply today!

Duties:
  • Gather and maintain library usage statistics
  • Communicate effectively with students, staff, agencies and community members
  • Assist users in locating resources
  • Assist users in use of equipment, computers, passwords, software programs, online resources, computer searches, etc.
  • Assist users in use of online catalogue and data bases
  • Assist teachers in obtaining instructional materials
  • Assist with scheduling, delivery set-up and return of equipment to classrooms and other areas
  • Manage library computer lab
  • Maintain schedule
  • Prepare for class visits by reserving workstations, pulling materials, pre-loading websites and/or software, setting up laptops as needed
  • Maintain lab area
  • Monitor student computer use via Net Support, reporting violations to appropriate administrator
  • Maintain Senior Project area
  • Liaison with technology department in maintaining and troubleshooting computers, equipment, software, and programs
  • Assist the librarian
  • Assist with the creative development and implementation of library displays and programs; develop programs to stimulate student interest in reading
  • Assist in acquiring, preparing and organizing library materials
  • Shelve returned books and ensure all books are properly organized
  • Assist with inventory and weeding of books and materials
  • Move materials and shelving when needed
  • Attend District training as required
  • Perform other tasks and assume other responsibilities as the supervisor may assign
  • Adhere to all District policies and regulations
Job Requirements:
  • High School Graduate
  • 1-2 years related experience in education or other setting, including libraries, classrooms, or customer service positions
  • Knowledge and expertise of current computer applications (including Google docs)
  • At least 2 years of relevant experience preferred
  • Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

For more information and to apply, click here

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leanne galletly <![CDATA[Library Manager – Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (Colchester, VT)]]> http://www.vermontlibraries.org/?p=10265 2016-09-29T15:07:31Z 2016-09-29T15:07:31Z Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences invites applications for the position of Library Manager, located at the Colchester, VT campus. Reporting to the Director of Library Services in Albany, the Colchester Campus Library Manager oversees the operation of the facility and provides and facilitates library services to the Colchester Campus Community in support of the College and the Library Missions.

Major Duties & Responsibilities:
  • Manages the operation of the Information Commons facility ensuring that study spaces are available and timely services are provided to Colchester Campus Community
  • Supervises the staff of the Information Commons including work study students to ensure quality services are provided during all hours of operation
  • Responsible for providing ready-reference services to faculty, staff and students to support their resource and information needs
  • Coordinates Library Services assessment initiatives on Colchester Campus
  • Collaborates with Information Technology Services to provide trouble shooting support for library technologies
  • Manages Library Circulation and User Management Services including user record maintenance, overdue notice processing, billing and fine collection
  • Maintains the library print collection on the Colchester Campus, including shelving, stack maintenance and technical processing of print materials

For more information and to apply click here

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leanne galletly <![CDATA[Library Assistant – Lake Region Union High School (Orleans, VT)]]> http://www.vermontlibraries.org/?p=10262 2016-09-26T00:26:38Z 2016-09-26T00:26:38Z The Library Assistant will manage the front desk to the library and assist the library/media specialist in supporting students and classroom teachers.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Orleans Central Supervisory Union is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements
  • Must pass background check to begin employment.
  • No experience required
  • High School/Trade School degree preferred
  • Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required

For more information and to apply, click here

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leanne galletly <![CDATA[Library/Media Specialist – Stamford Elementary School (Stamford, VT)]]> http://www.vermontlibraries.org/?p=10259 2016-09-26T00:19:42Z 2016-09-26T00:19:42Z The Stamford School is in search of a Part time Librarian, 40 FTE, for the 2016-2017 School Year. The successful applicant will need to have a certificate or certifiable as a library media specialist in the State of Vermont. The Librarian will have some classes that will require teaching; will need to be able to interact positively with library patrons while also simultaneously interacting with students and school staff.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Windham Southwest Supervisory Union is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

For more information and to apply, click here

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leanne galletly <![CDATA[Cataloging Bibliographer – Yankee Book Peddler (Contoocook, NH)]]> http://www.vermontlibraries.org/?p=10232 2016-09-15T16:57:27Z 2016-09-15T16:57:27Z The main responsibility of the Cataloging Bibliographer is to perform subject analysis and classification along with descriptive cataloging up to full level on a broad range and depth of materials. Materials analyzed include print, visual, audio and digital resources. Classification schemes used are Library of Congress Classification, Dewey Decimal, National Library of Medicine and Canadian Classification for history, law and literature. Library of Congress and Medical Subject Headings are applied. The work of the Cataloging Bibliographer is conducted to support approval plan profiling and order fulfillment. The person in this position creates metadata records applying the RDA standard using the MARC 21 Format for Bibliographic Records to support the provision of products supplied by Library Technical Services to accompany purchased content.

Cataloging Bibliographer

The main responsibility of the Cataloging Bibliographer is to perform subject analysis and classification along with descriptive cataloging up to full level on a broad range and depth of materials. Materials analyzed include print, visual, audio and digital resources. Classification schemes used are Library of Congress Classification, Dewey Decimal, National Library of Medicine and Canadian Classification for history, law and literature. Library of Congress and Medical Subject Headings are applied. The work of the Cataloging Bibliographer is conducted to support approval plan profiling and order fulfillment. The person in this position creates metadata records applying the RDA standard using the MARC 21 Format for Bibliographic Records to support the provision of products supplied by Library Technical Services to accompany purchased content.

Primary Responsibilities:

(The following statements describe the general nature of work being performed in this job.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties.  Additional duties may be assigned by Management):

  • Assigns Library of Congress Subject Headings and appropriate sub-headings following SCM and LCSH rules.
  • Assigns Library of Congress Classification and cutter numbers following LCC and CSM instructions.
  • Assigns Dewey Decimal Classification using the full current edition.
  • Assigns Medical Subject Headings (MeSH) and appropriate sub-heading strings.
  • Assigns National Library of Medicine classification.
  • Assigns Canadian literature, history and KF modified classification as appropriate.
  • Assigns library-specific cuttering and shelflisting as required.
  • Creates full-level cataloging in MARC (or other metadata format) following RDA and Library of Congress-Program for Cooperative Cataloging Policy Statements.
  • Searches OCLC’s bibliographic utility, LC catalog and authorities, and customer online catalogs as necessary.
  • Upgrades LC CIP records and other less-than-full-level records.

Role-Based Competencies:

  • Exhibit focused attention to detail for prolonged periods.
  • Possess a working knowledge of editing tools such as Microsoft Word, and preferably MARC editing programs.
  • Comfort with multi-tasking and shifting priorities throughout the work day.
  • Work efficiently and keep work organized.
  • Proficient with end-user computer technologies.
  • Demonstrates the ability to learn new skills quickly.
  • Work collaboratively and effectively with team members to accomplish individual, team and company goals.
  • Flexible with rapidly shifting priorities.

Cultural Competencies:

  • Drive
  • Positive Attitude
  • Good Judgement
  • Open Communication
  • Collaboration
  • Desire to Make an Impact
  • Eager to Understand
  • Accountable
  • Decisive
  • Team Player

Skills

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree required.
  • Master’s degree in Library and/or Information Science required or 2 years Cataloging in a library or library service provider setting.
  • 1+ year experience with MS Word and/or Excel.

Preferred Qualifications:

KNOWLEDGE:

  • Experience in library technical services or knowledge of library operations preferred.
  • Experience using LC Classweb, OCLC Connexion, Cataloger’s Desktop and/or WebDewey.
  • Experience assigning Library of Congress and/or Dewey classification numbers.
  • Experience searching authority files.
  • Experience using the Library of Congress Subject Cataloging Manual and performing subject analysis.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in applying current cataloging guidelines (RDA).
  • Demonstrated proficiency in applying current MARC 21 Bibliographic standards to monographs cataloging.
  • Knowledge of the Library of Congress classification system and subject headings.
  • Broad knowledge of all the functions of the Cataloging Unit and of the LTS Department.
  • Knowledge of and compliance with LTS quality assurance standards.
  • Understands and supports the goals and values of LTS; models and actively communicates them effectively.
  • Demonstrates mastery of job duties, requiring no supervisor follow up.
  • Understands all of the company processes and functions that have an impact upon or are impacted by the work of the Unit.
  • Knows and appropriately follows the company’s hierarchy.

ABILITIES:

  • Ability to work in a production environment.
  • Ability to use sound judgment, analyze disparate information, evaluate complex and ambiguous situations and recommend solutions.
  • Ability to multitask and demonstrate flexibility in dealing with changing priorities.
  • Ability to perform with frequent interruptions, distractions and fluctuating workloads.
  • Ability to participate effectively on teams, commit to meeting agreed-upon goals and objectives, and support team decisions.
  • Formulates new and imaginative solutions that reflect careful consideration of company and department needs and goals.
  • Recognize and act upon opportunities to improve services and operations.
  • Transfers learning from one situation to solve a problem in another.
  • Ability to be open and inclusive so that all relevant parties are kept informed of issues and changes.

SKILLS:

  • Basic computer competencies, including Microsoft productivity applications and Web browsers.
  • Exemplary communication skills, both written and oral, to effectively communicate issues, concerns and ideas internally and externally, to individuals and in group settings.
  • Strong interpersonal skills to establish effective working relationships among all departments, with both professional and paraprofessional staff.
  • Highly developed organizational skills to keep information accessible and work systematically and efficiently.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

 

Apply here

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