For information regarding SILS student activities please visit the new and improved SILSSA (School of Information and Library Science Student Association) website.

It’s the end of the semester, and you’re ready to rate your professor…

Come celebrate the holidays & end of the semester with fellow SILS students and December graduates!

Beer, wine and hor d’oeuvres will be served.

RSVP to jmay3 <at> pratt.edu by December 3.

Sorry, no kids allowed due to building regulations.

Looking for a job or internship for Spring Semester? I just posted about 30 new listings. Enjoy!

Becky

Brooklyn Public Library is now receiving applications for a Children’s Librarian position and a number of Young Adult (YA) Librarian positions.

Congregation Beth Elohim seeks an intern to help organize and digitize our Congregation’s library. The library contains approximately 5000 books, mostly on the subjects of Jewish history, literature, and religious texts. The intern will be responsible for organizing and
maintaining the order of the library, and converting our current card
system into a digital log of titles. The intern will also be
responsible for assessing books for possible damage and, pending
funding approval, preparing the library for renovation. This is a
part-time internship, and interns will be expected to work at least 10
hours a week, though we can be flexible on the weekly schedule. This
is a largely unsupervised project, so applicants must be responsible,
dilligent, and trustworthy. Students who wish to receive credit for
this internship must make arrangements through their school.

All interested students should send a cover letter and resume to Alix
Fellman at afellman <at> cbebk.org.

Congregation Beth Elohim is a Reform synagogue in Park Slope,
Brooklyn. Since 1861, the Congregation has offered educational,
religious, social, and cultural services to its members and the
surrounding community.

–
Alix Fellman
Congregation Beth Elohim
8th Avenue and Garfield Place
Brooklyn, NY 11215
718 768 3814
917 612 9248
www.congregationbethelohim.org

The University of Chicago Library is accepting applications for the 2008 Mary and Samuel Somit Preservation Internship.  This Internship, established in 2006, has been made possible through the generosity of Dr. Albert Somit (AB ‘41, PhD ‘47), University of Chicago alumnus and past president of Southern Illinois University.  Dr. Somit has
established the Internship to honor his parents’ legacy, serve the needs
of the Library’s collection, and prepare individuals for important work
to preserve library materials and other scholarly works so that they are
available for research and teaching in the future.

The Internship is intended to provide firsthand experience and a broader
understanding of the care and treatment of library and archives
materials in an academic library.  Under the direction of the
Preservation Librarian, the Intern will learn about the organization and
operations of a comprehensive preservation program and preservation
issues and challenges within the context of a large research library.
The Intern will have the opportunity to work with staff and carry out a
project under the guidance of the Head of Conservation, the Preservation
Reformatting Librarian, or the Preservation Manager in the Special
Collections Research Center (SCRC).  The selection of a project and the
completion of a final report will be based on the interests and skills
of the Intern and the needs of the Preservation Department and the SCRC.

Representative projects include:

Gathering background documentation and synthesizing information on a
selected preservation issues or topics. Through this work, the Intern
will become familiar with an aspect of the preservation literature.

Designing and implementing a pilot project that documents the variables
and tests the workflow for a preservation production operation.  This
will be an opportunity to apply, test, and fine-tune hypothetical
concepts in a daily working environment.

Developing, performing, and documenting a condition assessment or survey
for a print or media collection. This information will be used to
prioritize, plan, and implement general or specific treatment programs.

Eligibility and requirements:

Graduates and currently enrolled students of a recognized library or
conservation program; or students (graduate or undergraduate) with
equivalent experience and training in preservation,  book conservation,
or digital reformatting.  Applicants must be familiar with preservation
principles, conservation treatments, and reformatting activities and
possess the ability to work collaboratively and independently to
accomplish project goals.  Familiarity with Windows XP, PC network
environment, word-processing and spreadsheet software is important.

Applicants must commit to six consecutive weeks of full-time work or a
part-time schedule over a specified time period that is mutually
agreeable.  The 2008 Internship provides a $3,000 stipend.

Students who are interested in the Internship should submit a letter of
application expressing their interest in this opportunity as well as a
resume and the names and e-mail addresses of three references.
Applications received by December 15, 2007, will be assured
consideration.  The Internship is available after June 1, 2008.  The
actual appointment date will be based on discussions with the
Preservation Librarian and the successful applicant.

The University of Chicago Library is an equal opportunity/affirmative
action employer.

Submit applications by email to:

Sherry Byrne

Preservation Librarian

University of Chicago Library

Email:   sbyr <at> uchicago.edu

1100 East 57th Street, JRL 150

Chicago, IL 60637

Phone: (773) 702-9313

Fax:      (773) 702-6623

The George Washington University Gelman Library System seeks applications from and nomination of innovative librarians for the position of Public Services and Outreach Librarian for Special Collections. The successful candidate will be
responsible for educational outreach to the professors, graduate students,
and undergraduates who do or may potentially use Special Collections
materials.  This outreach will take the form of direct contact with
faculty whose research interests overlap with the holdings of the Special
Collections and University Archives, instruction to students in the use of
archival materials, and the development of other venues (such as blogs and
Wikis).  The Librarian will also be responsible for managing the
day-to-day public services operations, including reference services,
reprographic services, supervision of the Special Collections reading
room, and supervision of holdings maintenance activities including
processing books and periodicals and stacks maintenance.

The Department houses 45,000 literary, historical, rare and antiquarian
books; 27,000 linear feet of manuscripts and University records; 400,000
photographs; 50,000 audio recordings; and substantial holdings of maps,
broadsides and other ephemeral materials.  The collections support
research on the social, cultural, political and economic aspects of the
United States in general and the Washington, DC metropolitan area in
particular; the African American experience in the United States; literary
studies of fiction authors and poets in the Washington, D.C. Metropolitan
area and beyond; the Jewish experience in Europe and the United States;
media and journalism; and the history of The George Washington University.

The position reports to the Head of Special Collections. For the full
position description and application requirements please see
http://www.gwu.edu/gelman/library/employment/
The George Washington University is an equal opportunity/affirmative
action employer
—————-

Mary Faith Pankin, Cataloger, Gelman Library
George Washington University, 2130 H St. N.W., Washington, D.C. 20052
Phone: 202-994-6848 FAX: 202-463-6205
Internet: mfpankin <at> gwu.edu

The New York Public Library is looking for a Specialist II (temporary through June 30, 2009) in Manuscripts Processing and a Curator, Art and Artifacts Division.

Over the past year the Department of the History of Art and Design at Pratt has started digitizing images and slides for its faculty members to use in powerpoint lectures.  Most of these images are then cataloged in the departmental collection within Pratt’s LUNA database.  Recently the departmental collection of nearly 2,300 images was upgraded to an institutional collection, making it available to the entire school through the library’s website.

The department is seeking a graduate student for the upcoming Spring 2008 semester to coordinate this effort.  The position involves digitizing images and slides in Adobe Photoshop and cataloging them using LUNA software and guidelines established by the department in cooperation with the library’s visual resource staff.  Though training will be offered for all software used, some degree of experience in scanning and/or cataloging is desirable but not required.  Likewise a general knowledge of art is helpful but not necessary.  Good verbal communication skills are essential as the job relies on interaction with other students and faculty.  The student will be working at the Brooklyn Campus for approximately 10 hours a week.  The position is a graduate assistantship and pays the standard institutional amount of approximately 12 dollars an hour.  It offers students in either the SILS or Art History programs a chance to gain skills applicable to the rapidly expanding field of providing digital, visual information.

Please email a resume to the Department of History of Art and Design at ha <at> pratt.edu if interested.

The New York Methodist Hospital is looking for a Library Assistant.

The Museum of Modern Art is currently accepting applications for a Project Archivist (2 years) to work at an off-site location on a very special collection.

Under the guidance of the Museum Archivist, the individual will be responsible for the following:

*       Surveying the collection to be processed.  Drafting a processing plan, in conjunction with the Museum Archives staff.  Determining and acquiring necessary archival supplies.

*       Processing the collection in keeping with standard professional guidelines.  Performing simple preservation tasks, such as removing staples, paperclips, etc; consulting with the Museum’s conservation staff when necessary.  Implementing necessary conservation measures

*       Compiling and revising existing descriptions of the material.  Re-filing and re-boxing the collection in acid-free housing

*       Writing detailed finding aid including information on context and related collections as well as description of the material.  Drafting collection level descriptions for inputting into DADABASE and OCLC

*       Overseeing Encoded Archival Description [EAD] mark-up and mounting of document on web site.

*       Organizing an exhibition of material from the processed collection, writing related checklist.

Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor’s degree with a major in Art History or 12 semester hours of modern art since 1880 and Masters of Art and/or certified completion of National Archives Modern Archives Institute course work.  3-5 years’ experience processing archival collections according to standard archival procedures.   Research in art history.   Fluency in French a must.  Computer literacy.  Ability to write clearly and legibly.  Some experience with donor relations.  Ability to work independently.

Please submit resume and cover letter, including salary requirements, to jobs@moma.org.   Please reference the position title in the subject line.

The Museum of Modern Art is an equal opportunity employer and considers all candidates for employment regardless of race, color, sex, age, national origin, creed, disability, marital status, sexual orientation or political affiliation.

November 2007

Spring 2008 Reference Internship at an Art and Design Academic Institution. Opportunity for a library school student to gain reference experience at the Adam and Sophie Gimbel Design Library, The New School Libraries.
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
*       In-person desk and virtual email reference
*       Edit/Create and maintain research guides
*       Conduct bibliographic instruction sessions from provided curriculum
*       Collection Assessment Project
*       Other duties as assigned
Qualifications:
*       Must be currently enrolled in an ALA accredited MLS/MLIS program
*       Must have completed core curriculum for library degree
*       Interest in art and design librarianship
*       Demonstrated public service skills
*       Candidate must have availability Monday – Friday between the hours
of 10am and 6pm. Candidate must be available 12-15 hours per week.
This is an unpaid internship not available for course credit.
Please email cover letter and resume along with the names and contact
information of three references to:
Jill E Luedke
Reference and Instructional Services Librarian
Adam & Sophie Gimbel Design Library
The New School Libraries
luedkej <at> newschool.edu

The Graduate Center Library, Pace University, is looking for a part-time Reference Librarian.

Catalyst is seeking an MLIS student for an unpaid internship (plus transportation and lunch reimbursement) in its Information Center (IC). The IC librarians respond daily to the requests of Catalyst members, academic and nonprofit organizations, professional associations, researchers, writers, and the media.Because the IC provides such a variety of services to its users, interns will have the opportunity to work on various aspects of librarianship, including the following:

· Projects regarding gender diversity in business

· Cataloging articles and reports using modified MARC formatting for the IC catalog

· Developing new/updating existing Quick Takes, a series of statistics-based overviews of topics such as women in the labor force, women of color, work/life balance, working mothers, women in Canada, etc. (View the Quick Takes here: http://www.catalyst.org/bookstore/freematerials.shtml)

· Assisting the librarians to answer reference questions as needed

The length of the internship and weekly work schedule are flexible, and interns may work from home for certain tasks of the internship. Interns are required to have a basic understanding of library functions and have taken at least one class in cataloging and reference. Interns must be motivated, possess initiative, be technologically savvy, and be able to work independently. Though welcome, previous library work experience is not required and on-the-job training will be provided as part of the internship.

If you are interested, please send a resume and cover letter to Cheryl Yanek, Associate Librarian at the Information Center, at cyanek <at> catalyst.org. In the cover letter, please address the following topics: (1) Why you want to work for Catalyst; (2) What you would like to work on/what you expect from the internship, and (3) Offer a proposed work schedule.

About Catalyst

Founded in 1962, Catalyst is the leading nonprofit corporate membership research and advisory organization working globally with businesses and the professions to build inclusive environments and expand opportunities for women and business. With offices in New York, San Jose, Toronto, and Zug, and the support and confidence of more than 340 leading corporations, firms, business schools, and associations, Catalyst is connected to business and its changing needs and is the premier resource for information and data about women in the workplace. In addition, Catalyst honors exemplary business initiatives that promote women’s leadership with the annual Catalyst Award.

Cayuga Community College is accepting applications for a part-time (20 hr/week) position of Librarian at the Auburn campus. The part-time librarian will work closely with faculty and other members of the Library staff to provide reference services to students, faculty and community patrons.
Duties will include participation in the coordination of the reference area
and in collection development; providing group library instruction when
necessary; sharing in developing library promotional materials as well as
the web pages. This person may be required to perform other duties as
required to support the overall operation of the Library as needed.
Primarily daytime hours, but may be requested to participate in the evening
or weekend hours schedule as required.

Requirements:

See description above

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited program required.
Cayuga Community College accepts only degree credentials from accredited
institutions recognized by the United States Secretary of Education and the
New York State Department of Education.

Some evening and weekend hours may be required.

Date to be filled:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is
filled.

Compensation:

$25.74/hr.

Application Deadline:

Immediately

To Apply:

Send a letter of application and resume, together with the names, addresses,
and contact information of three references to:

Director of Human Resources
Cayuga Community College
197 Franklin Street

Auburn, NY 13021-3099

Please note that applications sent by fax or e-mail will not be accepted.

SPRING 2008 Library School Internship Opportunity at Newsweek

The Newsweek Research Center has an internship opportunity for one or
two students for the spring semester.

The Research Center uses leading-edge information technologies to
deliver research to our editorial staff in offices in New York and
around the world.

Our interns will work on indexing of our cover image database, assist
with copy cataloging and adding links to our catalog, and other projects
as assigned, including some news research.

Requirements: completion of at least one information organization
/cataloging course, an online searching course, and currently
matriculating in an MLS program. CANDIDATES: PLEASE REVIEW YOUR
PROGRAM’S REQUIREMENTS FOR INTERNSHIP ELIGIBILITY (E.G. CREDITS NEEDED)
BEFORE APPYLING. If interested in news research, experience with Nexis
or other Boolean databases is a plus, along with advanced Web searching
skills.

Hands-on cataloging or database management preferred. Must have some
experience with HTML authoring and Microsoft desktop applications
including Word and Excel. Must have excellent communication skills.
Demonstrated interest in news and current events a plus.

INTERN MUST BE AVAILABLE DURING REGULAR BUSINESS HOURS. THIS IS AN
UNPAID INTERNSHIP TO BE DONE FOR ACADEMIC CREDIT.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with an interest in news
and the technical services aspects of special librarianship.

If you’re interested, please send resume and cover letter, including
library school courses you’ve completed, to:

dana.gordon [at] newsweek.com (Word or plain ascii text only, please);
Please include the words “Newsweek Internship” in your subject line.

The University of Vermont Libraries invites applications for the position of Special Collections Librarian for Public Services. The successful candidate will bring enthusiasm for teaching, individual reference work, and emerging technologies to a Library Faculty position redesigned to enhance the Special Collections department’s public service profile.

Applications are now being accepted for the position below. Please apply
online as directed.

Jeffrey D. Marshall
Director of Research Collections
Bailey/Howe Library
University of Vermont
Burlington, VT 05405

Special Collections Librarian, Public Services

The University of Vermont Libraries invites applications for the
position of Special Collections Librarian for Public Services. The
successful candidate will bring enthusiasm for teaching, individual
reference work, and emerging technologies to a Library Faculty position
redesigned to enhance the Special Collections department’s public
service profile.

Reporting to the Director of Research Collections, the Special
Collections Librarian for Public Services is a member of a team
including four library faculty members, four professional staff members,
and one staff support specialist. This position coordinates Special
Collections reference and library instruction services; proposes
policies and procedures for public services; develops appropriate
assessment tools; trains colleagues as needed in the use of new access
tools; actively engages instructional faculty in planning new
instruction sessions based on Special Collections materials and explore
ways of integrating these materials into the curriculum; serves as a
liaison to the Library’s Information and Instruction Services
Department; serves in the Library Liaison program; oversees collection
development for printed Vermont materials; participates in outreach to
the general public; and pursues achievement in the areas of scholarship
and service as appropriate to the academic rank.

The Special Collections Department holds more than 9,000 linear feet of
manuscripts documenting Vermont politics, literature and the arts, and
social history, and the most comprehensive collection of printed
Vermontiana. In addition, the Department includes a small but
heavily-used rare book collection with holdings ranging from medieval
manuscripts to contemporary artists’ books. Special Collections oversees
the University Archives, consisting of more than 3,000 linear feet of
University records. The Department (except for the University Archives)
is located in the Bailey/Howe Library. With a collection size of 1.5
million volumes and an annual acquisitions budget of $5.6 million, the
University Libraries consists of Bailey/Howe Library, Dana Medical
Library, Cook Chemistry/Physics Library, and two remote storage facilities.

The University of Vermont (UVM) is home to more than 12,000
undergraduate, graduate, and medical school students and more than 1,250
full- and part-time faculty. UVM is located in the thriving urban center
of Burlington in the beautiful Champlain Valley, an area distinguished
by spectacular scenery, year-round outdoor recreational opportunities,
vibrant music and arts scene, and overall high quality of life.
Burlington International Airport offers frequent jet access to major
Atlantic and Midwest hubs, and the city of Montreal, Canada, is an easy
drive 100 miles/160 km to the northwest.

*REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:* Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited
program or foreign equivalent; demonstrated understanding of national
trends and best practices in special collections librarianship; teaching
experience, coursework, or demonstrated knowledge of teaching
methodology; knowledge of the use and applications of federated search
engines, web-based access tools, digital library collections, and
emerging communications tools; demonstrated ability to work both
independently and collegially as a member of a team; excellent
interpersonal and communication skills; commitment to professional
achievement and growth; commitment to cultural diversity.

*DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:* One year of professional experience in an
academic library; familiarity with database management tools such as
Microsoft Access and Excel; knowledge of a modern foreign language;
knowledge of standard tools for access to archival collections.

*SALARY AND APPLICATION INFORMATION:* Appointment will be made at the
faculty rank of Library Assistant Professor (non-tenure track). Salary
is commensurate with experience, not less than $45,921. Benefit package
includes TIAA/CREF or alternate plan, managed health care plan, and 22
days of annual vacation leave.

Apply online at <https://weboutlook.liunet.edu/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.uvmjobs.com>  with letter of application,
vita, and names and contact information for three professional
references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue
until the position is filled. Questions about the position may be
directed to the chair of the search committee at <chris.burns <at> uvm.edu>.
The University of Vermont is an AA/EO employer.

* *

*POSITION DESCRIPTION*: Available at https://weboutlook.liunet.edu/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://library.uvm.edu/about/jobs/.

The Children’s Book Council, Inc. (CBC), the national nonprofit trade association of children’s book publishers, is seeking an unpaid Library Intern for the Spring Semester. The candidate must possess an interest in children’s books, children’s book publishing and excellent organizational skills. Knowledge of LibraryThing is helpful. Duties include cataloging incoming books, performing maintenance on the current library collection and various special projects. The internship requires a minimum of one day a week.  

The CBC library houses approximately 6,000 titles which rotate annually, showcasing the previous two years of books, as well as a large historical collection of major children’s book award winners. This is a unique opportunity to learn about the history of children’s book publishing, as well as current trends in children’s literature all while gaining valuable library experience!

Please e-mail a resume and cover letter to Internship Manager at employment <at> cbcbooks.org. You may also send a fax to (212) 966-2073 or contact Kelly Giordano at 212-966-1990 with any questions.

Manhattan College is looking for an Access Services Librarian.