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Job Posting: Coordinator of Library Systems Administration - Virginia Community College System (VCCS), Richmond, Va.
by Tara Cassidy March 28, 2016

March 28, 2016

*Please excuse cross postings* The Virginia Community College System Office in Richmond, Va. invites applications from energetic, service-minded professionals for our Coordinator of Library Systems Administration position. This position will serve as the Systems Librarian for VCCS library automation systems and provide a variety of online library support services while working in close collaboration with the Director of Library Services, college libraries, VCCS Information Technology Services, and Virtual Library of Virginia (VIVA) consortium staff. Management of the library systems includes all the components of ExLibris Primo, Aleph, Metalib, and SFX; college-specific EzProxy servers; QuestionPoint Virtual Reference Service; and bepress' Digital Commons @VCCS repository. The VCCS shared library systems support the System Office and 23 colleges with more than 40 locations. Minimum Qualifications: * An MLS or equivalent from an ALA accredited program with at least two years of experience in library system management * Demonstrated ability to prioritize tasks in a complex and changing environment, including balancing long-term projects and being responsive to more immediate support needs * Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as collaboratively * Knowledge of integrated library systems and library-related data standards and formats, including MARC, z39.50, OpenURL, etc. * Functional knowledge of the UNIX operating system and PERL required * Experience managing remote user authentication required, and experience with EzProxy is highly desirable. Preferred: * Administrative experience with ExLibris library systems (Aleph, SFX, and Primo) and large, multi-library system operations * Familiarity with uniform resource management systems such as ExLibris Alma * Experience with the community college library environment * Several years' experience with UNIX system administration and programming in a complex computing environment. The ideal candidate possesses the initiative, flexibility, and creativity to manage projects both independently and as part of a two-person team in a dynamic work environment. The candidate should be able to handle complex, detailed systems work while maintaining a positive, service-oriented attitude. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are a must. This position will remain open until filled; however, first consideration will be given to those who apply by April 8, 2016. Please visit the VCCS website for the complete position description and application instructions: https://vccs.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=69668 Tara Cassidy Director of Library Services Virginia's Community Colleges 300 Arboretum Place, Suite 200 Richmond, VA 23236 (804) 819-4976 [VCCSLogo-email] Celebrating Progress and Promise 50.vccs.edu<http://50.vccs.edu/>

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NextGen Metadata Professional: Continuing Resources (the George Washington University, DC)
by Picken, Suzanne March 23, 2016

March 23, 2016

Posted on Behalf of Jackie Shieh, GW: NextGen Metadata Professional: Continuing Resources (the George Washington University, DC) Under the direction of the Resource Description Coordinator, the incumbent is a member of the Resource Description Group (RDG) and the greater metadata management group within the George Washington University Libraries. The RDG is responsible for describing and providing access to library collections including serial and monographic content in all formats. The RDG plays an instrumental role in helping the Libraries achieve the objectives laid out in its strategic plan, has been involved in and collaborated on the next generation metadata development through BIBFRAME, PCC, and with colleagues worldwide. The NextGen Metadata Professional has the primary responsibility for creating metadata for continuing resources; performing complex metadata revision; and is expected to write scripts (e.g. Python, Perl) for repurposing existing metadata, and identity management work for library’s collections. The NextGen Metadata Professional is expected to collaborate with colleagues from functional areas across GW Libraries and beyond in service of the GW Community and the profession. Review of applications will begin April 24, 2016 and will continue until the position is filled. For full description, please visit the GW Job site: <http://www.gwu.jobs/postings/33233>http://www.gwu.jobs/postings/33233

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Fwd: 91st Annual Meeting of Potomac Technical Processing Librarians
by Picken, Suzanne Sept. 17, 2015

Sept. 17, 2015

ANNOUNCING POTOMAC TECHNICAL PROCESSING LIBRARIANS 91st ANNUAL MEETING"EXPLORING LINKED DATA" October 23, 2015 9:00 a.m. – 3:10 p.m. Montpelier Room James Madison Memorial Building Library of Congress 101 Independence Avenue, SE Washington, DC 20540 Early Bird Registration: $130 (ends October 1) Standard Registration: $140 (after October 1) Student Registration: $110 Membership Only: $20 Register at http://potomactechlibrarians.org/event-1977637 *Speakers* Keynote: "Quia Faciendum Est: Because It Must Be Done" Dorothea Salo Faculty Associate School of Library and Information Studies University of Wisconsin, Madison Jackie Shieh Resource Description Coordinator George Washington University Libraries Nancy Fallgren Metadata Librarian United States National Library of Medicine Linda Wen Associate Law Librarian Washington College of Law at American University Breakfast and lunch are included. For registration and other conference information, visit the PTPL website: http://potomactechlibrarians.org/events NOTE: Due to government regulations, registration payments can not be accepted at the venue. Please prepare to pay online or mail a check to the PTPL Treasurer. -- Suzanne Picken Integrated Systems Librarian Washington Research Library Consortium 901 Commerce Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 301 390-2039 O 301 390-2020 F WRLC <http://www.wrlc.org>

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Fwd: [Ptpl-l] PTPL SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT 2015 - DEADLINE FRIDAY
by Picken, Suzanne June 24, 2015

June 24, 2015

- (Please excuse any cross posting.) Potomac Technical Processing Librarians (PTPL) <http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org/> announces the availability of two $1,000 scholarships for future librarians interested in technical services. Students living or working in the PTPL membership region (DC, Maryland, Virginia) and who are currently enrolled in an ALA-accredited Library and/or Information Science program, including distance education programs, are invited to apply. Criteria Requirements for the Award: The applicant must 1. be a full or part-time student in an ALA-accredited Library and/or Information Science at the Master's level at the time of the award and have completed at least one three-hour credit course; 2. demonstrate an interest in library technical services through employment, course of study, or research interests. Technical services work centers on the "...acquisition, identification, cataloging, classification, and preservation of all kinds of library materials." (see: ALCTS, http://www.ala.org/alcts/about) and; 3. be employed or living in the PTPL membership region (Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia). To apply, please submit the following materials: 1. PTPL scholarship application 2. Two written references (see below for details) 3. Current resume 4. One-page, double spaced statement of the applicant's interest in library technical services Please submit all materials in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx), plain text (.txt), or PDF (.pdf) format to Tiffany Wilson at twilson(a)umbc.edu. References are accepted from two faculty members OR one faculty member and your current supervisor. References should be able to address your potential or experience in library technical services. Letters may be emailed directly from the faculty member or your supervisor to Tiffany Wilson at twilson(a)umbc.edu. Incomplete application packets and those received after the application deadline will not be considered. DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 26, 2015 at 11:59 PM EDT Recipients will be notified by August 28, 2015, and publicly awarded at the annual PTPL meeting in the fall. The recipients will receive a free one-year membership in PTPL and have registration fees for the annual conference waived. View this announcement and download the scholarship application at http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org/scholar _______________________________________________ Ptpl-l mailing list Ptpl-l(a)list.wrlc.org http://list.wrlc.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/ptpl-l -- Suzanne Picken Integrated Systems Librarian Washington Research Library Consortium 901 Commerce Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 301 390-2039 O 301 390-2020 F WRLC <http://www.wrlc.org>

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Seeking volunteers for the annual NASIG Conference in Washington, DC
by Picken, Suzanne May 21, 2015

May 21, 2015

Posted on Behalf of Leigh Ann DePope Announcement: Seeking volunteers for the annual NASIG conference in Washington D.C. Are you an electronic resources, serials, or continuing resource librarian in the D.C. area? Do you manage licensing, usage, or access troubleshooting? Are you interested in e-resource description or open access? If you said yes, then NASIG has an opportunity for you! We are seeking volunteers for our upcoming conference in Washington D.C. Volunteers will donate their time to help with various conference tasks (direct attendees, monitor rooms, provide local tips and information). In exchange, you can drop into a few of the Conference sessions on the day you volunteer. For information on NASIG and the 30th Annual Conference, go to www.nasig.org To volunteer, email conf-plan(a)nasig.org On behalf of the Conference Planning Committee, Leigh Ann DePope Electronic Resources Librarian University of Maryland, College Park

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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT: Electronic Resources Licensed Content Librarian
by Picken, Suzanne July 10, 2014

July 10, 2014

Posted for Dawn Hale, Johns Hopkins The Johns Hopkins University Sheridan Libraries invite applications and nominations for the Electronic Resources Licensed Content Librarian position. The successful candidate will be an innovative, collaborative, service oriented librarian having experience with the eresources life cycle including licensing, procurement, eresources management and problem resolution. APPLICATION PROCESS: Please submit application, cover letter, resume, and the names, addresses and phone numbers of three references online for Requisition #62269 at http://jobs.jhu.edu. The position will remain open until filled. The successful candidate for this position will be subject to a pre-employment background check. RESPONSIBILITIES: Negotiate and manage licenses, their expiration and renewal. Evaluate license agreements to determine compliance with the University Libraries’ licensing policy and communicate across the University libraries to promote mutual understanding of e-resource licensing terms and principles. Establish and maintain communications with vendors, publishers, and consortia to understand new products, services, enhancements to products; evaluate the impacts on the overall e-resources strategy as well as changing business models on the collections budget. Create and communicate cost analysis of new and renewed purchases. Prepare management reports that support assessment of eresource collections. Collaborate with Associate Director of Scholarly Resources and Special Collections, Technical Services librarians, and financial staff in monitoring $9M+ eresource budget. Manage ordering and renewal of electronic resources. Register and activate new electronic resources. Establish trials and pilots for prospective purchases. Troubleshoot and help resolve user access problems. Participate in maintenance of knowledge bases used for electronic resource management and Open URL link resolution. Collaborate with managers in evaluating, designing, and documenting cost efficient, effective workflows for e-resources processes. Enhance expertise in all aspects of e-resource management through participation in workshops, webinars, professional associations and networks, and through continued awareness of the scholarly research process. QUALIFICATIONS: MLS from an ALA-accredited library school . Two or more years of experience supporting electronic resource lifecycle activities in a large academic or research library. Demonstrated ability working with the complex electronic publishing environment to negotiate licenses for electronic content and to manage renewal of electronic resource subscriptions. Knowledge of copyright and Intellectual Property issues, electronic resource management, link resolver software, and integrated library systems. Strong commitment to collaboration, quality service and innovation. Commitment to using new technology to advance work goals and to enhance service. Excellent organizational, analytical and problem-solving skills in an environment requiring attention to detail and a high level of accuracy. Ability to meet project deadlines. Strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills. Ability to thrive in a fast paced, highly evolving team within a complex organization and to manage tasks in response to varying time pressures, shifting priorities, and changing constraints. *Preferred: *Project management experience or training. Knowledge of change management and experience performing workflow analyses. LIBRARY INFORMATION: The Sheridan Libraries encompass the Milton S. Eisenhower Library and its collections at the John Work Garrett Library, the George Peabody Library, the Albert D. Hutzler Reading Room, and the DC Centers. Its primary constituency is the students and faculty in the schools of Arts & Sciences, Engineering, Carey Business School and the School of Education. A key partner in the academic enterprise, the library is a leader in the innovative application of information technology and has implemented notable diversity and organizational development programs. The Sheridan Libraries are strongly committed to diversity. A strategic goal of the Libraries is to 'work toward achieving diversity when recruiting new and promoting existing staff.' The Libraries prize initiative, creativity, professionalism, and teamwork. For more information about the libraries, visit http://www.library.jhu.edu. The Johns Hopkins University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. Dawn Hale Head of Technical Services Milton S. Eisenhower Library Johns Hopkins University 3400 N. Charles St. Baltimore, MD 21218-2683 phone: 410-516-7758 fax: 410-516-8684 email: dhale(a)jhu.edu

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90th PTPL Annual Conference
by Picken, Suzanne June 17, 2014

June 17, 2014

I am most pleased to inform you that the date for our annual meeting this year will be Friday, October 17, 2014. I hope all of you will mark your calendars and plan to attend. IMPORTANT NOTICE: Payments for the registration for the meeting or donations to the PTPL Scholarship cannot be accepted at the meeting on October 17th. Registration payments for the meeting or any scholarship donations must be made online or by sending a check to the PTPL Treasurer. As always, thank you for your interest and support. Best regards, Linda Geisler PTPL Chair PTPL 90TH ANNUAL MEETING REIMAGINING TECHNICAL SERVICES: Redesigning workflows, rethinking resources, reworking spaces, and reorganizing staff. SAVE THE DATE – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17, 2014 LOCATION: The Miller Senate Office Building in Annapolis, Maryland ATTENDANCE COST: $120 for early bird/$130 for regular/$110 for students Early Bird registration deadline Sept. 26, 2014 Registration deadline Oct. 10, 2014 Due to State Regulations Registration Payments Can Not Be Accepted At The Venue. Please prepare to pay online or mail a check to the PTPL Treasurer. [image: Place your organization logo here] http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org/

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PTPL RDA Toolkit Workshop June 11, 2014
by Picken, Suzanne May 19, 2014

May 19, 2014

Join us on Wednesday, June 11, for “Using the RDA Toolkit,” a workshop presented by Tim Carlton! Using the RDA Toolkit Presented by Tim Carlton June 11, 2014, 9:00-3:30 Library of Congress John Adams Building Classroom LA149 In this course, participants will learn how to: • navigate and search the RDA Toolkit • personalize the Toolkit • take advantage of user-contributed content • locate help and additional resources Participants will receive temporary RDA Toolkit login information. Tim Carlton is a Senior Instructor in the Cooperative and Instructional Programs Division of the Library of Congress. Over the last 4 years, he helped plan, develop, coordinate, deliver, and monitor the comprehensive 36-hour training of over 450 LC staff for RDA, and he is currently developing related follow-up training and ‘performance support’. Registration: Due to generous benefactors, we’re able to offer this workshop at the low registration rate of only $65. Note: Meals will NOT be provided; food and drink are not allowed in the classroom. The John Adams Building is located behind the Jefferson Building on 2nd Street, S.E. Entrance is permitted into the building at 8:30 am. Register on the PTPL web site: http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org/ Pay online by credit card/PayPal or register online and mail check to Linda Wirth (Treasurer). For questions about registration, please contact Linda Wirth (Treasurer) via e-mail at wirthll(a)verizon.net<mailto:wirthll@verizon.net><mailto: wirthll(a)verizon.net<mailto:wirthll@verizon.net>> or by phone (703) 978-0831 <tel:%28703%29%20978-0831>. Potomac Technical Processing Librarians (PTPL), a regional affiliate of the Association for Library Collections & Technical Services, is a professional organization for technical services librarians in Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia. For general information about PTPL, contact Linda Geisler, Chair, at lgei(a)loc.gov<mailto:lgei@loc.gov><mailto: lgei(a)loc.gov< mailto:lgei@loc.gov>>. -- Suzanne Picken Integrated Systems Librarian Washington Research Library Consortium 901 Commerce Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 301 390-2039 O 301 390-2020 F WRLC <http://www.wrlc.org>

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Fwd: [Ptpl-l] PTPL Scholarship Announcement 2014
by Picken, Suzanne May 1, 2014

May 1, 2014

PTPL SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT 2014 Potomac Technical Processing Librarians (PTPL) announces the availability of two $1,000 scholarships for future librarians interested in technical services. Students living or working in the PTPL membership region (DC, Maryland, Virginia) and who are currently enrolled in an ALA-accredited Library and/or Information Science program, including distance education programs, are invited to apply. Criteria Requirements for the Award: 1. The applicant must be a full or part-time student in an ALA-accredited Library and/or Information Science at the Master's level at the time of the award and have completed at least one three-hour credit course; 2. demonstrate an interest in library technical services through employment, course of study, or research interests. Technical services work centers on the "…acquisition, identification, cataloging, classification, and preservation of all kinds of library materials." (see: ALCTS, http://www.ala.org/alcts/about) and; 3. be employed or living in the PTPL membership region (Virginia, Maryland and the District of Columbia). To apply, please submit the following materials: 1. PTPL scholarship application 2. Two written references (see below for details) 3. Current resume 4. One-page, double spaced statement of the applicant’s interest in library technical services Please submit all materials in Microsoft Word (.doc or .docx) or plain text (.txt) format to Mark Winek at mdw65(a)georgetown.edu. References are accepted from two faculty members OR one faculty member and your current supervisor. References should be able to address your potential or experience in library technical services. Letters may be emailed directly from the faculty member or your supervisor to Mark Winek at mdw65(a)georgetown.edu. Incomplete application packets and those received after the application deadline will not be considered. DEADLINE TO APPLY: June 27, 2014 at 11:59 PM EDT Recipients will be notified by August 29, 2014, and publicly awarded at the annual PTPL meeting in the fall. The recipients will receive a free one-year membership in PTPL and have registration fees for the annual conference waived. View this announcement and download the scholarship application at http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org/scholar _______________________________________________ Ptpl-l mailing list Ptpl-l(a)list.wrlc.org http://list.wrlc.org/cgi-bin/mailman/listinfo/ptpl-l

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Position Announcement: Head, Resource Description & Metadata Services, George Mason University
by Meghan K Manahan Jan. 10, 2014

Jan. 10, 2014

Apologies for cross-posting Revised Re-Posting Head, Resource Description & Metadata Services (FA391z) George Mason University Libraries The George Mason University Libraries seeks a creative and dynamic leader to provide direction and vision for our Resource Description and Metadata Services (RDMS) department. As part of Mason Libraries Technical Services Group, you'll work with talented and motivated librarians and staff who process a healthy volume of print and electronic materials. This is a forward-looking department that optimistically plans for the future of acquisitions and cataloging. We have good workflows in place for receiving and cataloging, and consult on and participate in metadata creation across the libraries. We are looking for someone who is energized by cataloging and wants to be a part of a team that envisions and enacts the future of cataloging at Mason! This is a highly collaborative position, offering the opportunity to continue and extend good relationships with a number of colleagues across the Libraries, including the Head, Resource Acquisition, the Information Analyst for Technical Services, Digital Programs and Systems Group, Collection Development & Preservation, Special Collections & Archives, and Liaison Librarians. Some details: RDMS staff is comprised of professional faculty librarians (3 FTE) and cataloging staff (8 FTE). This position manages ongoing workflows and special projects for the Unit, which encompasses receiving, and copy and original cataloging of library materials in all formats, including digital, multimedia, and special collections material. Incumbent determines best practices for cataloging and descriptive workflows; provides quality control for processed materials utilizing various metadata standards; ensures bibliographic integrity by actively using authority control; and edits and updates database records using batch process tools, such as MARCEdit. Required Qualifications: - ALA-accredited MLS or ALA-recognized foreign equivalent; - Experience with cataloging operations including original cataloging and quality control; - Significant experience with RDA, AACR2, LCC, LCSH, MARC21, OCLC Connexion; - Experience with new and evolving information access standards and metadata schemes (Dublin Core, EAD, etc.); - Demonstrated effective supervisory leadership; - Demonstrated successful organization, communication and interpersonal skills; - Strong service orientation and commitment to the profession; - Collegial, team-focused management orientation. Preferred Qualifications: - 1-2 years of supervisory experience; - 3-5 years of cataloging experience; - Project management experience; - Cataloging knowledge of at least one foreign language; - Experience with providing access to digital resources; - NACO training; - Experience working with systems and tools currently in use at Mason Libraries, including: Ex Libris Voyager and Primo, MARCEdit, Luna, Omeka, and DSpace. Appointment/Benefits: 12-month professional faculty appointment with rank dependent on qualifications and experience. Health plan options and paid life insurance; several retirement plans, including TIAA-CREF; 24 vacation days and 12 paid holidays; tuition waiver for self. The university is a member of the Washington Research Library Consortium, the Virtual Library of Virginia, the Center for Research Libraries, the Association of Southeastern Research Libraries, the Coalition for Networked Information, and the Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition. For more information please visit library.gmu.edu or www.gmu.edu/<http://www.gmu.edu/>. Applications: All applications for this position (FA391z) MUST be submitted online at George Mason's employment page <http://jobs.gmu.edu/>. Applicants must submit letter of application, resume, and names, addresses (including e-mail) and phone numbers of three current references. Questions should be directed to Debra Hogan, Executive Assistant to the University Librarian, <dhogan1(a)gmu.edu<mailto:dhogan1@gmu.edu>>. Review of applications begins February 5, 2014, and will continue until the position is filled. Great Careers Begin at Mason! George Mason University is an innovative, entrepreneurial institution with national distinction in both academics and research. Mason holds a top U.S. News and World Report "Up and Coming" spot for national universities and is recognized for its global appeal and excellence in higher education. Mason is currently the largest and most diverse university in Virginia with students from all 50 states and over 135 countries studying in 198 degree programs at campuses in Arlington, Fairfax and Prince William, as well as at learning locations across the commonwealth. Rooted in Mason's diversity is a campus culture that is both rewarding and exciting, work that is meaningful, and opportunities to both collaborate and create. If you are interested in joining the Mason family take a look at our current opportunities and catch some Mason spirit at jobs.gmu.edu/! George Mason University, Where Innovation is Tradition. George Mason University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity.

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