News Archive for June 2010    

Public Libraries can provide basic information services and resources at no direct cost to the end user because the community shares them. The customer with an information need typically doesn’t need to pay anything at the time they receive services because the community finds it valuable enough to pay for it for all residents to share. Public libraries in PA are currently funded through allocated state, county, municipal and borough budgets, partnerships, in-kind donations and private financial support.

People in a rapidly changing information economy need public libraries as a place to share resources (both physical and virtual) with trained workers to help people best learn how to help themselves.

Whatever the result of the PA state budget (it is possible that 9% cuts in state funding are in the plan for public libraries) keep spirits high and keep focus on the goal of continuing to improve your community.

The need for citizens to be fully literate and engaged in positive work for community benefit increases in times of tight economy. Libraries aim to meet the need for literacy at all ages and in all subjects by providing a community center for information, technology access, education, and quality recreation.

On Wednesday, August 18, 2010 the Library Districts of Lancaster, Lebanon and Reading will present a multi-District workshop at the Lancaster Campus of HACC. Activate, Collaborate, Succeed!-Relationships That Work will be presented by Cathy DeRosa, Vice President for the Americas and Global Vice President of Marketing for OCLC, and Penny Tabert, Youth Services and Community Relations Manager at Ephrata Public Library. Information, agenda and registration form can be found at:
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The Temple University Libraries seek a Director of Special Collections to lead the merger and ongoing operations of a new Special Collections division in a library in the midst of dynamic growth, located on the main campus of a vibrant, urban research university that is among the most diverse in the nation. For more information about Temple and Philadelphia, visit:
www.temple.edu.

Description:
Reporting to the Dean of University Libraries and serving as part of the Libraries’ senior executive team, the Director will merge the collections and staff currently within the Urban Archives and Special Collections operating units. The Urban Archives include the Philadelphia Evening Bulletin Collection, the Philadelphia Jewish Archives, a growing local television news archive, and organizational records from over 250 regional organizations. In addition to Rare Books, & Manuscripts, the current Special Collections department includes the Philadelphia Dance, Contemporary Culture, Artists’ Books, Science Fiction, and Conwellana-Templana collections.

Going forward, the Director will:
• establish divisional and functional priorities for processing, preservation, access, reference, instruction, and outreach;
• supervise 4 full-time direct reports and a total staff of 11 full-time employees;
• participate in library-wide executive leadership, strategic planning, and policy creation with the Dean, Associate University Librarians, and Directors;
• manage the budget for special collections acquisitions, student staffing, grant-funded projects, and other initiatives;
• work closely with the Libraries’ Digital Initiatives operations and other library units to accelerate ongoing digitization of the Libraries’ special collections and the creation of online discovery tools;
• participate in fundraising activities and collaborate, internally and with external partners, on grant-writing;
• plan and implement interpretive programs, exhibitions, publications, and other outreach efforts, working closely with the Director of Library External Affairs and others;
• collaborate as appropriate with the Curator of the Charles L. Blockson Afro-American Collection, and with the regional and national library community.

Compensation:
Competitive salary and benefits package, including a relocation allowance. Compensation will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required:
• MLS from an ALA accredited library school or graduate degree in a relevant discipline.
• Five years of progressively responsible experience in managing or leading special collections or archival services and
operations.
• Demonstrated understanding of key issues and current trends in special collections.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the rare book trade.
• Demonstrated knowledge of visual resources and image collections.
• Demonstrated understanding of, and receptiveness to, the uses of emerging technologies in archival and special
collections.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively to develop programs and exhibitions.
• Evidence of success in budget planning and allocation in an organization with multiple funding sources.
• Evidence of success in fundraising or obtaining grants.
• Evidence of active participation within the profession.
• Strong interpersonal and communications skills.

Preferred:
• Certification by the Academy of Certified Archivists.
• Evidence of success in strategic planning and introducing and managing change in a complex environment.
• Experience in a research setting.

Application:
To apply for this position, please visit www.temple.edu, click on Jobs@Temple, and reference TU-13289. For full consideration, please submit your completed electronic application, along with a cover letter and resume, by July 20, 2010.

Temple University is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to cultural diversity.

Parkland Community Library, a private, non-profit community agency located in Lehigh County, PA, seeks an experienced Library Director. The Parkland Community Library serves three townships with a population over 50,000, operates 58 hours per week, offers over 70,000 items with a circulation of about 300,000 items/year. The Library Director will lead all day to day operations and report directly to the Board of Directors. The Library Director will also serve as a key external representative to the community.

The successful candidate will:

*Have 10 or more years of successful library operations experience and 5 or more years of supervisory experience
*Hold a Master’s degree in Library Science
*Meet PA Commonwealth requirements for a Library Director
*Be able to work collaboratively with multiple community constituencies including the school district and other non-profits
*Have experience in fund raising.
*Be a leader with enthusiasm, strong interpersonal skills and a cooperative attitude
*Possess management skills- including fiscal administration, time management and communications skills
*Have the ability to work effectively with the Board of Directors, patrons, Friends of the library, and the many other members of the Parkland community; and demonstrate commitment to working with volunteers.

Resumes with salary history should be sent to Dick Cipoletti, RCC Associates at dick@rccassoc.com.

October 27, 2010 is the final day of the Internet Librarian 2010 Conference in Monterey, California at the Monterey Conference Center. For information, updates and registration, go to:
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The Internet Librarian 2010 Conference is quickly approching. The conference begins on Monday, October 25 until Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at the Monterey Conference Center in Monterey, California. Information, updates and registration can be found at:
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DCLS Libraries will be closed for Staff Enrichment Day.
There will be no local delivery to district libraries.
All DCLS staff should plan to attend.

Regular delivery routes will NOT run on Monday, July 5 because many libraries are closed to celebrate Independence Day.

There will be no delivery except one run from ESA to FRE.

If you have questions about delivery schedule, just ask.

Save the date for Staff Development Day in Cumberland County.

The District purchased a site license so librarians from our area can gather in one room to enjoy and discuss the virtual conference:
http://ebook-summit.com

Register Here: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/virtualebooksummit
What: ebooks: Libraries at the Tipping Point will bring together public libraries, academic libraries, and school libraries (K-12) in a day-long virtual conference environment.

When: Wednesday Sept 29, 10am – 6pm EST
The room will be open at 10a.m. for orientation, setup and local discussion. 11a.m. is the first official “presentation” of the day. Breaks occur throughout the day and discussions will be held. Drop in for any part you can attend. Here’s the program: http://ebook-summit.com/program/

Where: CADM (in Carlisle, PA) Need directions: Click here

Who: ANYONE working for a library interested in learning about ebooks should attend. The speakers are well known professionals with lots of good information and we’ll have some great local discussions. Invite your professional network of school or college librarians to tag along with you too.

Why?: The program is full of exciting content and ideas for the future of digital items for libraries of all types: Find your inspiration: http://ebook-summit.com/program/

•Librarians and library administrators will learn about current best practices for library ebook collections and explore new and evolving models for ebook content discovery and delivery.
•Publishers and content creators will learn how to effectively identify and develop the ‘right’ content offerings for each segment of the relatively untapped library ebook market.
•Ebook platform vendors and device manufacturers will learn just what libraries need and want in this rapidly changing environment.

This virtual conference event is FREE for staff and invited guests of the Capital Area Library District. We’ll be watching it together as a group in the training lab.

More Details:
Will I get CE Credits?: Attendees can report 5 hours of CE credits for attending this day. If you can’t attend the whole day, feel free to drop by the classroom at any time to join the discussion. You’ll get CE credits for active time spent in class.
Will you feed me?: Brown Bags are encouraged; bring your own lunch or choose to bring a snack to share. Courtesy of CADM, there is water, coffee, and a very small place to keep foods refrigerated for the day as needed. District budget uncertainty means we won’t have a formal meal provided, but I’ll trade half my peanut butter sandwhich for half of your tuna sandwhich. :) lol

Register Here: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/virtualebooksummit

Atttend the Grand Opening of the William H. & Marion C. Alexander Family Library, Hummelstown’s NEW public library!
Date: Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Time: 4:30 p.m.
Location: 200 West Second Street, Hummelstown, PA 17036
Featuring welcoming remarks by: Pennsylvania’s former First Lady, Michele Ridge, the dedication of the Donald A. Reed Plaza and much more.

Grand Opening Invitation and online RSVP!

Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library has the following position available:
Position Title: Youth Services District Consultant
Job Classification & Department: Librarian III – 20 hours per week
Supervisor: Executive Director, MC-NPL
Number of Employees Directly Supervised: 2 PT Support Staff shared with Children’s Department
Fair Labor Standards Act Status: Exempt

Statement of Responsibilities
Advises youth services librarians, library directors and para-professional staff of both the Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library and the public libraries of the Montgomery County Library District on matters related to collection development, reference and reader’s advisory service, programming and administration of service to children and young adults.

Organizational Relationships
Ensures that the Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library, in its capacity as District Library Center for the public libraries of Montgomery County, provides leadership, support and coordination for youth services throughout the district. Serves as liaison between youth services librarians at district libraries and the various departments of the Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library. Serves as liaison between public libraries of Montgomery County and organizations such as the Intermediate Unit, school districts, head start, social service agencies, and governmental organizations.

General Responsibilities and Examples of Work

Staff supervision and training
Identifies training needs for youth services staff of the Montgomery County District. Plans appropriate training to meet these needs.

Visits district libraries to advise, evaluate and assess the quality of youth services. Provides support and guidance to local youth service librarians and their administrators in areas such as collection development, programming, and services.

Public service responsibilities:

Coordinates District Summer Reading Program in cooperation and coordination with the statewide (national collaborative) reading themes.

Represents the Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library in cooperative projects with school districts, intermediate unit and community organizations.
• Coordinates planning for district-wide youth services among all public libraries within the district.
• Acts as a liaison for Montgomery County Library District and the Commonwealth library around services for youth.
• Works with youth services district consultants from the five county South East Region to plan and implement region-wide projects such as a multi-district workshop.

Back office responsibilities
Plans and develops, in partnership with district libraries or by the request of the director, appropriate grant applications for special projects, programs and services.
Coordinates grants involving district wide youth services
• Prepares reports as needed
• Attends department heads meeting of the DLC, continuing education workshops and other meetings as required.
• Serves on staff and board committees as requested by the director.
• Represents District youth services at MC-NPL Board meetings

Qualifications for Employment

Must have M.L.S. from ALA accredited library school. Must have eight years of professional experience in youth services, including a minimum of two years in a supervisory or administrative capacity with a public library.

Valid driver’s license is required for traveling throughout the District and State as necessary

Physical Demands or Requirements (* is used to indicate essential requirements)

Strength/movement requirements
• Able to lift or move 25 pounds*
• Able to bend to floor level and/or reach overhead
• Able to stand and/or walk for 30 minutes period of time
• Able to sit for 3 hour period of time*

Manual/physical dexterity requirements
• Able to manipulate keyboard of computer, typewriter or other office equipment*
• Able to manipulate mouse, pointing device or other input device*
• Able to manipulate data cables, cords, connections, or similar power and data devices
• Able to manipulate pages of books, insert and remove disks, manipulate library materials*

Communication requirements
• Able to use telecommunication devices to hear and speak with staff and public*
• Able to see, understand and create written material*

Send resume to:
Montgomery County-Norristown Public Library (MC-NPL)
1001 Powell Street
Norristown, PA 19401-3817

Here’s a posting of the notes from the May 2010 District Library Meeting at SIM.
Thanks to all who attended.
It is likely we’ll do some more Point/Counterpoint activites in the future to make sure our libraries can be fluent in position statements and see all sides of difficult decisions we make in providing library service every single day.
May 2010 District Library Meeting Notes

The Innovative Services for an Aging Population: Commonwealth Libraries Advisory Committee (ISAP) is offering two categories for awards for public libraries who are serving the older adult population in their communities.

What special/best practices programming has your library presented in the past year for the older adult population or for a culturally diverse community of older adults in you community?

The Innovative Services for an Aging Population Committee (ISAP) is seeking to recognize a Pennsylvania public library that has promoted library services to a culturally diverse population. Public libraries of all sizes are invited to submit applications for the Marietta Y. King and Alberta Walden Still Diversity Award. See application at:AN INVITATION TO APPLY FOR THE 2010

ISAP along with AARP PA is also interested in recognizing and promoting library services for older adults in Pennsylvania. These awards presented by AARP will recognize public libraries that are small, medium or large that has presented innovative and creative programming for older adults. The invitation follows:AARP LIB AWARD ’10 The award application can be seen at: Library Services for Older Adults Award.

Take a look at both the award applications attached, choose the award application that fits your library programming, and fill out the application online. The form will expand as needed. Send applications to:ckoenig@state.pa.us by July 23rd.

There is something new in the applications this year. The ISAP Committee and AARP PA are asking that your Best Practices program for older adults be one that can be replicated easily in another library and has been repeated more than once in the past year in your library.

The award winners will be chosen later this summer and the awards will be presented at the PaLA Annual Conference in Lancaster in October.

Contact information below:

Claudia Koenig | Outreach Advisor
Office of Commonwealth Libraries
Bureau of Library Development
Pennsylvania Department of Education
333 Market Street | Harrisburg, PA 17126-1745
ckoenig@state.pa.us

Highmark Blue Shield helps to ensure that all Pennsylvania children and adults have access to affordable quality health care coverage. It is through partnerships that more than 310,600 children and 54,000 adults have received health care coverage through CHIP and adultBasic over the past 20 years.

Updated brochures and applications are now available for the CHIP and adultBasic programs. These programs reach those families who are without health insurance because their income is too high for Medical Assistance or who do not have private insurance. Many families are not aware of their potential eligibility for enrollment in CHIP or adultBasic. In addition to these two state programs, Highmark Blue Shield also offers SpecialCare, an income-based program for adults and children.

As of February 1, the Pennsylvania Insurance Department introduced a number of changes to the adultBasic program including increased monthly premiums, increased copayments for certain services, 10 percent coinsurance for some services, and a limit on inpatient stays. Complete eligibility and benefits information is provided in the updated brochures.

People who do not qualify for income-based programs may benefit from an individual plan from Highmark Blue Shield. Information about Highmark individual health insurance programs is available at:
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Use the attached Materials Request Form HBS Materials Request Form 3-10 to order additional materials or visit our website for more information about income-based programs: socialMissionPages.do?type=chip.

Please contact me directly at lisa.bellito@highmark.com if you have additional questions.

See the attached for notes from the first meeting of library leaders in the Capital Region. Capital Region First Meeting Notes
The first project the Region examines will be one dealing with Electronic Resources.
Contact your local district consultant for more information.

Harrisburg University of Science & Technology invites applications for an entrepreneurial, multi-faceted, and service-oriented information professional for the position of University Librarian. This position, reporting directly to the Office of the Provost, offers exceptional opportunities in the planning, development, implementation, and evaluation of a wide-range and responsive and innovative library service.

Responsibilities:
1. Information Literacy. Provide leadership in developing a comprehensive information literacy program across the curriculum.
2. Collection-Building, Content Management, and Database Licensing. Develop, coordinate, and organize all electronic and print collections
3. Technology Across the Curriculum. Contribute to the University’s technology and learning mission in conjunction with faculty, OIS, and Learning Technologies.
4. Partnerships, Outreach, and Collaboration. Provide leadership by developing internal and external relationships in grant-writing, program development, or consortia buying agreements.
5. Policy and Planning. Develop policies, priorities, procedures, and practices for the management and dissemination of digital or print content; prepare budgets; supervise support staff or student workers; provide input into relevant University policies such as copyright policy; assess effectiveness of services; and partner with Office of Student Services and Office of Information Services in Learning Commons service delivery model.

Required Qualifications:
• Masters degree in librarianship or information science from an ALA-accredited institution
• Minimum of three to four years academic, corporate, or special library experience
• Thorough understanding of information literacy
• Ability to develop and to deliver instructional sessions
• Experience developing and publishing web-based resources for reference, instruction, or other service delivery
• Experience with collection development, content management, and/or database licensing
• Strong technical orientation
• Exemplary interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work with colleagues, students, faculty and staff in a rapidly changing multicultural environment
• Demonstrated initiative and flexibility in adapting to change
• Experience with or potential for internal or external partnering
• Experience with integrated library systems cataloging or circulation modules.

Desired Qualifications:
• Demonstrated understanding of science and technology faculty and students’ information needs and the application
of information technologies in serving these populations
• Experience with course management software such as Blackboard or Moodle
• Experience with media, multimedia, web development, or learning technologies
• Experience with electronic portfolios
• Experience with curriculum development, assessment, or program evaluation
• Background, knowledge or interest in learning commons service models.

To apply for this position please go to: www.harrisburgu.edu to complete the application, and include your resume, cover letter, salary requirements, and the name of the position for which you are applying. Email to HR@HarrisburgU.edu. Applications will not be accepted via fax or regular mail.

The Pennsylvania Citizens for Better Libraries (PCBL) is now seeking nominations for nine 2010 Awards to be presented at the PCBL Annual Awards Luncheon during the Pennsylvania Library Association Annual Conference, October 24-27, 2010, at the Lancaster County Convention Center.

This is your opportunity to recognize your library supporters!

Nominations will be accepted for the following awards:

Citizen of the Year: a citizen who has contributed the most to the improvement of Pennsylvania libraries.

Corporate Citizen of the Year: a business or company that has been supportive of a local library as well as the entire Pennsylvania Library community.

Friends Group of the Year: a Friends group that has provided the greatest assistance to its library. The Friends Group must be a member of PCBL..

Friends Newsletter of the Year: the best Friends group newsletter. The Friends Group must be a PCBL member.

Elected State Official of the Year: an official who has been a leader in promoting and supporting Pennsylvania’s libraries.

Library Public Relations Award: a library that has conducted an effective public relations campaign for a specific program or event that has resulted in significant community support.

Lifetime Achievement Award: a citizen or group who has shown exceptional meritorious service to libraries.

Local Public Official Award: a local public official who has been supportive or his/her local library.

Media Award: the best newspaper, radio or TV editorial, article or video in support of libraries.

Please submit a letter of recommendation along with supportive documentation as soon as possible but no later than August 1, 2010, to

Al Kamper, PCBL Awards Chair
427 Wimer Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
alkamper@comcast.net

The Cumberland County Library System Administrative Office has an Adult Outreach Services Coordinator position available. The successful candidate will coordinate the STAR outreach program of library services for homebound older and/or disabled county adult residents.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online through:index.aspx?NID=715

Application deadline is June 28, 2010

The Cumberland County Library System Administrative Office has a new position available for an Automated Services Assistant. The successful candidate will assist the Automated Services Coordinator with implementation, maintenance and reporting of the library system’s automated service activities, such as library system web site maintenance, integrated library system and development software support and statistical reporting.

Applicants are encouraged to apply online through:index.aspx?NID=715

Application deadline is June 28, 2010