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[DCExLIBRIS] Position Announcement: Head of Technical Services and Content Management, University of Baltimore
by Suzanne Picken Dec. 6, 2011

Dec. 6, 2011

This announcement was forwarded by Clemont Lau: Please forward any questions to him. Clement Clement Chu-Sing Lau Associate Director for Technical Services and Administration University of Baltimore School of Law Library LC420A, 1415 Maryland Ave. Baltimore, Maryland 21201 U.S.A. Tel: 410-837-4592 Fax: 410-837-4656 Email: cclau(a)ubalt.edu<mailto:cclau@ubalt.edu> http://law.ubalt.edu/template.cfm?page=1526 University of Baltimore Langsdale Library Vacancy Number 2012-021 Position Type: Faculty position with benefits package Opens: 12/02/11 Closes: Open Until Filled Salary: Competitive and commensurate with experience Note: Apply by January 9, 2012 for best consideration; position is open until filled. The University of Baltimore’s Langsdale Library is seeking a Head of Technical Services and Content Management to provide leadership in areas of acquisitions, cataloging and metadata development for optimal user access to the library’s collection. Employment offer is contingent on final budgetary approval. The successful candidate should be a creative and team-oriented professional who will lead a department of one faculty and two paraprofessional staff with a vision to optimize metadata and cataloging records and to find new ways to use metadata to make the library’s collections more accessible to users. To do so, he/she should have demonstrated knowledge of current trends in cataloging, metadata and information retrieval. Responsibilities will also include monographs and serials acquisitions, ordering and invoicing for digital resources, processing and tracking fund expenditures, and vendor relations. The Head of Technical Services and Content Management will work closely and collaboratively with Public Services, Special Collections and Digital Services to ensure efficient workflow and high-quality user experience, set goals, and establish priorities. The successful candidate will provide expertise in cataloging (including MARC, RDA and other schemas); set departmental priorities and maximize fiscal and human resources for the benefit of Langsdale users; lead the department in the assessment of the collection (print and electronic) and the analysis of user data in order to align the collection with user needs. He/she will also lead in the evaluation and innovative use of technologies, including the management of the current and future integrated library system and discovery services; and lead ongoing review of departmental policies and work flows. Required Qualifications: • ALA-accredited MLS; minimum five years library cataloging and acquisitions • Minimum of three years supervisory experience with evidence of innovative leadership and demonstration of collaboration with library faculty, staff and others across the University • Experience in original cataloging and non-MARC metadata creation • Knowledge of trends in technical services and digital libraries, particularly in terms of metadata standards, with the ability to effectively communicate new developments in the field to library and non-library staff • Ability to multitask and manage detail • Demonstrated skill in project development • Strong oral and written communication and critical thinking skills • Knowledge of existing ILS systems and emerging library technologies • Enthusiasm for an innovative and changing environment • Ability to meet requirements for faculty appointment, promotion, and permanent status Preferred Qualifications: • Experience with Ex Libris’ Aleph integrated library system • Experience in an academic library setting • Experience in collection management (print and electronic) • Experience managing a materials budget To Apply: Application materials include a cover letter, current resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references. Application materials must be submitted online to Jeffrey Hutson, Search Committee Chair, jhutson(a)ubalt.edu<mailto:jhutson@ubalt.edu>. Applicants receiving further consideration will be asked to submit additional information as needed. UB is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Compliant Employer & Title IX Institution. http://www.ubalt.edu/hr

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[DCExLIBRIS] Future DC Exlibris Meetings
by Murthy, Vani Oct. 6, 2011

Oct. 6, 2011

This is to inform you that I have resigned from my current position at MC Libraries and I have accepted a job offer from Georgetown University. My last day of work at Montgomery College is October 14th, 2011. As a result, I will be stepping down as the Chair of DC Ex-Libris group and sincerely hope that one of you will take the initiative to lead this group in the near future. I enjoyed meeting and getting to know many of you during our annual meetings. I have learned a lot from all of you over the years. Wish you all the best of luck for the future. If you wish to contact me at any time after I leave, my email address is murthyvani(a)gmail.com<mailto:murthyvani@gmail.com>. Thanks Vani K. Murthy Library Technical Services Manager Montgomery College Libraries 303N, Macklin Tower 51 Mannakee Street Rockville, MD 20850 Email: vani.murthy(a)montgomerycollege.edu<mailto:vani.murthy@montgomerycollege.edu> Phone: (240) 567-4135 Fax: (240) 567-7141

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[DCExLIBRIS] PTPL Sponsored XML Workshop, Nov.7-8
by Suzanne Picken Sept. 19, 2011

Sept. 19, 2011

XML Workshop with Matthew Gibson Introductory Class (Monday, November 7, 2011) Intermediate Class (Tuesday, November 8, 2011) 9 AM - 5 PM Howard University’s Founders Library Digital Classroom (Room 116) 500 Howard Place, NW, Washington, DC 20059 Matthew Gibson, an experienced XML instructor and developer, is Director of Digital Programs at the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities at the University of Virginia. This workshop will explore XML with a specific focus on fundamentals of design, markup, and use. The workshop will take the student through building a document in XML, validating that document, and transforming that document into another format for the public user. Topics to be covered include: Day One · XML: What is it? What's the difference between XML and HTML? And why as librarians should we care about XML? · Understanding XML validation: What it is, and why is it important? · Strategies and decisions in XML markup Day Two · Content transformation (using XSLT and XPath) to enable XML that we build to be read and used in a variety of formats by our potential users. Registration: One-day workshop: $85 PTPL members, $100 non-members Two-day workshop: $150 PTPL members, $165 non-members All registration must be submitted via the PTPL web site: http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org/ Due date: October 22, 2011 Payment: Payment: Online via credit card/PayPal or by check For questions about registration, please contact Linda Wirth (Treasurer) via e-mail at wirthll(a)verizon.net or by phone (703) 978-0831. ______________________________________________________ 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 Vera Clyburn, Chair, at vcly(a)loc.gov. The PTPL Executive Board and Advisory Council gratefully acknowledge the kind support of the HOWARD UNIVERSITY LIBRARIES in making their Digital Classroom available for this workshop.

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[DCExLIBRIS] PTPL Annual Conference Registration
by Suzanne Picken Aug. 12, 2011

Aug. 12, 2011

PTPL 87th ANNUAL MEETING: RDA or Not -- Here We Come! Friday, Oct 21, 2011 | 8:30 AM-3:30 PM | Washington Research Library Consortium | 901 Commerce Dr., Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 Join us to hear the latest on RDA, the three U.S. national libraries' decision to implement or not, and potential impact considerations. Additional information on speakers, schedule, travel, and accommodations can be found here: PTPL 87th Annual Meeting Speakers Christopher Cronin; Director of Metadata and Cataloging Services; Joseph Regenstein Library; University of Chicago Erin Stalberg; Head, Metadata and Cataloging Services, North Carolina State University Libraries Beacher Wiggins; Director, Acquisitions & Bibliographic Access; Co-Chair, US National Libraries RDA Test Steering Committee; Library of Congress Glenn Patton; Director, WorldCat Quality Management; OCLC ILS Vendor Panel Ex Libris Innovative Interfaces, Inc. SirsiDynix Visit http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org/events/ to register and for additional details. Potomac Technical Processing Librarians http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org ******************** Suzanne Picken Integrated Library Systems Librarian Washington Research Library Consortium 901 Commerce Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 Phone: 301 390-2039 Fax: 301 390-2020 picken(a)wrlc.org http://www.wrlc.org

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[DCExLIBRIS] Save the date: January 10, 2012 DC ExLibris Users Group Mtg
by Suzanne Picken Aug. 11, 2011

Aug. 11, 2011

Subject: Save the date: January 10, 2012 DC ExLibris Users Group Mtg Montgomery College, Tacoma Park, once again has graciously volunteered to host the next DC ExLibris Users Group Meeting. They have reserved January 10, 2012 for this event. Please mark your calendars.. More information to come--stay tuned. ******************** Suzanne Picken Integrated Library Systems Librarian Washington Research Library Consortium 901 Commerce Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 Phone: 301 390-2039 Fax: 301 390-2020 picken(a)wrlc.org http://www.wrlc.org

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[DCExLIBRIS] Save the Date: PTPL Annual Conference Oct. 21, 2011
by Suzanne Picken June 22, 2011

June 22, 2011

Please Save the Date of October 21, 2011! RDA or not -- Here We Come! PTPL will host its 2011 annual conference on October 21st at the Washington Research Library Consortium in Upper Marlboro, MD. Join us to hear the latest on RDA, the three U.S. national libraries’ decision to implement or not, and potential impact considerations. Visit the PTPL website soon for more information: http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org/ [https://mail.wrlc.org/owa/attachment.ashx?id=RgAAAACuZ92iy5zZSpSxeM1i8V7qBw…] ******************** Suzanne Picken Integrated Library Systems Librarian Washington Research Library Consortium 901 Commerce Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 Phone: 301 390-2039 Fax: 301 390-2020 picken(a)wrlc.org http://www.wrlc.org

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[DCExLIBRIS] ELUNA 2011 presentations posted?
by Michael Cummings June 2, 2011

June 2, 2011

Hi, does anyone know if presentation materials from ELUNA 2011 have been posted anywhere? Michael Cummings Library Systems Coordinator The George Washington University Gelman Library 2130 H Street, NW Room 303 Washington, DC 20052 (202) 994-4806 (202) 507-2675 mobile

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[DCExLIBRIS] Potomac Technical Processing Librarians' Scholarship Second Notice
by Suzanne Picken May 17, 2011

May 17, 2011

SECOND NOTICE - APPLICATIONS DUE DATE MAY 27, 2011 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. Each year we offer a scholarship to Library School students, details of which are in the announcement below. Please forward as appropriate. PTPL SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT 2011 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 a Library and/or Information Science program at the Master’s level and have completed at least one three-hour credit course. 2. The applicant must demonstrate an interest in library technical services through employment, course of study, or research interests. Technical services is work "…dedicated to acquisition, identification, cataloging, classification, and preservation of all kinds of library materials." (see: ALCTS, http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alcts/about/index.cfm) To apply, please submit the following materials and note that all submissions must be in MS Word to Suzanne Picken at picken(a)wrlc.org: 1. PTPL scholarship application and two written references (The application form can be found at: http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org/scholarship ) 2. A current resume 3. A one-page, double spaced statement of the applicant’s interest in library technical services DEADLINE TO APPLY: May 27, 2011 The scholarships will be awarded by August 26, 2011, and publicly announced 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. ******************** Suzanne Picken Integrated Library Systems Librarian Washington Research Library Consortium 901 Commerce Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 Phone: 301 390-2039 Fax: 301 390-2020 picken(a)wrlc.org http://www.wrlc.org

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[DCExLIBRIS] PTPL Sponsored workshop: XML Workshop
by Suzanne Picken April 5, 2011

April 5, 2011

The Potomac Technical Processing Librarians announce the following workshop: XML Workshop with Matthew Gibson Friday, May 13, 2011 9 AM - 5 PM OCLC Office (11 Dupont Circle NW, Suite 500, Washington, DC 20036) Matthew Gibson, an experienced XML instructor and developer, is Director of Digital Programs at the Virginia Foundation for the Humanities at the University of Virginia. This one-day hands-on workshop will explore XML with a specific focus on fundamentals of design, markup, and use. The workshop will take the student through building a document in XML, validating that document, and transforming that document into another format for the public user. Topics to be covered include: • XML: What is it? What's the difference between XML and HTML? And why as librarians should we care about XML? • Understanding XML validation: What it is, and why is it important? • Content transformation (using XSLT and XPath) to enable XML that we build to be read and used in a variety of formats by our potential users. Registration: $85 PTPL members, $100 non-members All registration must be submitted via the PTPL web site: http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org/ Due date: April 30, 2011 Payment: Online via PayPal or by check For questions about registration, please contact Linda Wirth (Treasurer) via e-mail at wirthll(a)verizon.net or by phone (703) 978-0831. ______________________________________________________ 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 Vera Clyburn, Chair, at vcly(a)loc.gov. The PTPL Executive Board and Advisory Council gratefully acknowledge the kind support of OCLC in making their Dupont Circle office available for this workshop and other events. ******************** Suzanne Picken Integrated Library Systems Librarian Washington Research Library Consortium 901 Commerce Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 Phone: 301 390-2039 Fax: 301 390-2020 picken(a)wrlc.org http://www.wrlc.org

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[DCExLIBRIS] PTPL Scholarship 2011 Announcement
by Suzanne Picken March 1, 2011

March 1, 2011

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. Each year we offer a scholarship to Library School students, details of which are in the announcement below. Please forward as appropriate. PTPL SCHOLARSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT 2011 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 a Library and/or Information Science program at the Master’s level and have completed at least one three-hour credit course. 2. The applicant must demonstrate an interest in library technical services through employment, course of study, or research interests. Technical services is work "…dedicated to acquisition, identification, cataloging, classification, and preservation of all kinds of library materials." (see: ALCTS, http://www.ala.org/ala/mgrps/divs/alcts/about/index.cfm) To apply, please submit the following materials and note that all submissions must be in MS Word to Suzanne Picken at picken(a)wrlc.org: 1. PTPL scholarship application and two written references (The application form can be found at: http://www.potomactechlibrarians.org/scholarship ) 2. A current resume 3. A one-page, double spaced statement of the applicant’s interest in library technical services DEADLINE TO APPLY: May 27, 2011 The scholarships will be awarded by August 26, 2011, and publicly announced 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. ******************** Suzanne Picken Integrated Library Systems Librarian Washington Research Library Consortium 901 Commerce Drive Upper Marlboro, MD 20774 Phone: 301 390-2039 Fax: 301 390-2020 picken(a)wrlc.org http://www.wrlc.org

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