Librarian: William Paterson University, Wayne, New Jersey, USA

Digital Initiatives Librarian
William Paterson University, Wayne, New Jersey
Salary: Not Specified
Status: Full-time
Posted: 09/23/15
Deadline:
Digital Initiatives Librarian
Job Code 623ALA William Paterson University invites applications for a twelve month tenure-track position as a Digital Initiatives Librarian. Reporting to the Assistant Directors of the library, the Digital Initiatives Librarian is responsible for coordinating the planning, implementation and monitoring of digital projects, providing leadership in advancing infrastructures that support digital collections, and collaborating with various Library departments to configure and implement systems that realize the full potential of digital objects.  S/he assists in identifying grant opportunities, and provides outreach and training to various constituencies, such as faculty and administrators. The successful candidate participates in departmental planning and projects, as well as the User Education and Liaison programs.  Serves on Library, University, regional and national committees as appropriate. ALA-accredited MLS, or equivalent (by time of appointment) is required. A second graduate degree is required for tenure.  Knowledge of current trends in digital preservation, digital image file formats, and related software; experience developing web applications and demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member are required. In addition, must possess excellent oral, written communication and interpersonal skills; strong commitment to service and professional development and demonstrated ability to meet tenure requirements. Experience working with media formats and digital platform technologies; knowledge of library-related metadata standards and project management experience are preferred.  One or more years of experience working with digital preservation software; discovery applications; knowledge of grant development and experience in training are also preferred. William Paterson University is a public institution of higher learning. The University offers more than 250 undergraduate and graduate academic programs which range from liberal arts and sciences to pre-professional and professional programs; it enrolls nearly 11,500 students from across the country and from over 40 nations. The University is situated on a beautiful, 370 acres suburban campus in Wayne, New Jersey, just twenty miles west of New York City. Candidates should submit a letter of application, CV, and contact information for three (3) professional references to Pamela Vovchuk at LibrarySearch@wpunj.edu or via mail to her at William Paterson University, 300 Pompton Road, Cheng Library, Wayne, NJ  07470. Electronic submission preferred. Must reference Job Code in letter of application. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.  For additional information about the University visit www.wpunj.edu. William Paterson University is an equal opportunity employer that actively values and supports diversity among faculty, staff and students. Women, minorities, and members of under-represented groups are encouraged to apply.
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Congerence on Koha [Indkoha 2016] in Kolkata, West Bengal

Two day National Conference on Koha

Date: 23rd - 24th January, 2016

Organized by

Bengal Library Association (BLA) 

in association with

Bose Institute

Kolkata

Brochure: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B0ZE0xVJX4-TdUFGMzVtVlBRaTQ/view 

Registration Form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1BMLANkvLVc9068fZxY_jdRG05eryp4MW7ztv0IkTKBE/viewform

Condition of the Ram Mohan Library and others old Library in West Bengal

Condition of the Ram Mohan Library and others old Library in West Bengal

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Librarian in Sharanya Narayani International School, Bangalore

Librarian

Sharanya Narayani International School

• Experience 2 to 7 yrs
• Salary As per Industry Standards
• Location Bengaluru/ Bangalore

• Key Skills
•  Good communication
•  and analytical skills 
• Exposure to Library automation 
• creation of Digital Library 
• Management of library

• Job Function Teaching/Education
• Industry Educational/Training
• Specialization Librarian

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• Qualification: 
  • Other School/ Graduation - M. Lib
  • Other School/ Graduation - B. Lib
  
  

  
  

Job Description

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• B. Lib/M. Lib /BLISc/ MLISc with first class and consistently good academic record.
• Minimum of two years working experience in Library of reputed Institution.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Good communication and analytical skills.
• Ability to think independently and a passion to learn new concepts.
• Excellent knowledge of MS-Office software suite
• Exposure to Library automation and creation of Digital Library
• Flexibility with time to work extra hours, in case required
• Ability to work as a leader with high people orientation is must

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Management of library
• Automation of the library
• Maintaining Digital Library
• Maintaining multimedia CDs/ magazines/ general books/ religious books/ general knowledge books/ various encyclopedias
• Maintaining Discipline
• Maintaining Confidentiality
• Commitment and Punctuality

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