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Grove City Community Library is seeking a dynamic, community minded
Library Director to oversee this active library located in Grove City,
PA. Primary responsibilities will include: facility oversight,
day-to-day library operations, personnel management, preparation and
administration of grants, reports and fundraising support activities.

The ideal candidate would possess a Masters in Library Science, minimum of three to five years of library experience and excellent customer service and computer skills. Compensation commensurate with experience. To be considered, applicants must include their salary requirements. Mail resume and three references by October 16, 2009, to:

Search Committee Chair
Grove City Community Library
125 W Main St
Grove City, PA 16127
E.O.E

DREXEL UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF INFORMATION
SCIENCE &TECHNOLOGY

Full-time Faculty Positions

Drexel University’s College of Information Science & Technology (IST) invites applications for several tenure-track positions at the assistant, associate, or full professor level. We welcome applications with a wide variety of teaching and research interests. We are particularly interested in applicants in the following areas:

Digital preservation
Digital libraries
Digital reference
Electronic records management
Information policy
Information representation and retrieval
Library management and leadership
Information security
Information architecture
Human-computer interaction
The successful candidate will have:

A completed doctorate in a related field
Evidence of excellence in teaching and research
Interest in working with a highly collaborative, interdisciplinary faculty
Candidates for senior positions should have established research records and success in obtaining external research funding. Joint appointments with other Drexel academic units are also a possibility.

The IST view of information is broad, multidisciplinary, and practical. IST continues to evolve as an innovative leader in educating information professionals in the twenty-first century, combining high quality teaching and research in a broad, multidisciplinary, and collaborative environment. We offer three BS degrees, three Masters degrees, and the PhD. Full-time PhD students are supported either through faculty research grants from the National Science Foundation, the Institute for Library and Museum Services, and other funding agencies, or while performing other research or teaching related activities in the College. The ALA Accredited MS(LIS) degree is highly ranked, both overall and for specializations in information systems and digital librarianship. Faculty and student interests span a broad spectrum of library and information science areas. All academic programs emphasize applied research, with a tradition of both quantitative and qualitative research that encourages interdisciplinary activity. We consider experience in industry a plus.

The College is host to the Internet Public Library (IPL) www.ipl.org. It serves as a teaching and research forum that unites the broad faculty interests across the College.

Drexel is a privately endowed technology university founded in 1891. With approximately 20,000 students, it has one of the largest undergraduate cooperative education programs in the nation, with formal relationships in place with over 1500 local, national, and multi-national companies. Drexel is located on Philadelphia’s Avenue of Technology in University City and at the hub of the academic, cultural, and historical resources of the nation’s fourth largest metropolitan region. Philadelphia is also the midpoint of a mid-Atlantic technology corridor that stretches from New York City (100 miles north) to Washington, DC (135 miles south).

To apply for this position, please apply online at:Frameset.jsp?time=1251292778874 and search for position number 3178.

Members of the Search Committee will be available at the ASIST and ALISE annual meetings and at the ALA mid-winter meeting to discuss these open faculty positions.

Drexel University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. The iSchool at Drexel is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community

Lancaster Public Library…Now More Than Ever! The Board of Trustees of the Lancaster Public Library seeks a creative and energetic leader as its next Executive Director—one capable of forging a collective vision for the Library’s future and effectively moving the organization toward it. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop services and programs that actively position and promote the Library throughout the community–and explore new opportunities to both enhance services and attract additional support.

Lancaster Public Library consists of the Duke Street (main) Central Resource Library and branches in Leola and Mountville. With a current budget approaching $2.4 million and a staff of 45 (35.35 FTEs), the Library provides direct service to the 187,788 residents of its service area while also functioning as the District Center for the entire county (490,562 residents) and providing interlibrary loan and reference service to the other fourteen independent libraries in the County.

Lancaster is a small city with a diverse community with a variety of cultural lifestyles. Within the city, welcoming neighborhoods and historic preservation thrive side by side with a cutting-edge arts scene. The region is an eclectic blend of urban and rural with strong farming, manufacturing and tourism industries and offers an array of educational and cultural amenities. Located in south-central Pennsylvania, Lancaster is within driving distance of major metropolitan hubs and attractions.

Qualifications include: an MLS from an ALA accredited program and a minimum of five years of increasingly responsible administrative library experience; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; and the ability to build effective relationships with individuals and groups to support library programs and services. Demonstrated experience with a governing board and proven success in financial development and fund raising is highly desirable. The complete job description and additional information on the Library and the Lancaster community can be found at: Lancasterlinks.htm.

The salary range is $68,000-$82,000 DOQ with a competitive benefit package.

For further information, contact Dan or Jobeth Bradbury at Gossage Sager Associates. Apply via email with a meaningful cover letter and resume as attachments to DanBradbury@gossagesager.com or JobethBradbury@gossagesager.com by August 30, 2009.

The Punxsutawney Memorial Library invites applications for the position of Library Director. Our library is located in the rural community of Punxsutawney, PA. The Library serves the Punxsutawney Borough and the eleven surrounding municipalities with a combined population of 16,225 residents. The Library has an annual budget of $150,000.

The Punxsutawney Memorial Library is seeking an innovative individual interested in joining our team as library director. Working in conjunction with other library staff, the director should have a thorough knowledge of public library practices and procedures; an ability to communicate effectively with the staff, the Board of Directors, the community and pertinent organizations; the ability to handle the preparation of required reports on all levels dealing with the operation of the library; and an awareness of the latest trends and innovations as they pertain to the library.

We are looking for somebody who can motivate and direct our staff during our exciting new stage of growth. The director will research, develop and manage projects, implement new and innovative approaches to library services and service delivery methods, especially those that employ new technological tools. The director should be interested in providing programs to people of all ages with an emphasis on children and young adults.

·Qualifications: Master of Library Science from an ALA accredited program and an interest in current and upcoming technologies and computer skills are required. Library experience with supervisory experience desired. New graduates and current MLS/ALA students are encouraged to apply. Initiative and the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and flexibility are desired. A minor in business or relevant business experience is preferred. Applicant should be able to demonstrate knowledge of computer applications including QuickBooks, Microsoft Office (especially Word, Excel, Publisher, and Power Point), and Web 2.0 (wikis, blogs, etc.).

·Salary: contingent upon qualifications and experience

To apply, send cover letter and résumé including three professional references to:

Punxsutawney Memorial Library
Francis Molinaro, Board President
PO Box 297
Punxsutawney, PA 15767

Applications will be accepted until July 10.

The Butler Area Public Library is seeking a dynamic, creative, innovative Youth Services Librarian who is dedicated to enriching the lives of children, young adults and their families. Located in the heart of the city of Butler, the library serves as the resource library for the Butler County Federated Library System.

Primary responsibilities include:

·Planning and implementing programs for children and young adults
·Selection and collection development for all children’s and young adult materials
·Acts as library liaison for community organizations and schools
·Supervises department staff and volunteers
·Provides readers advisory and reference services to patrons of the young adult and children’s
departments

Requirements:

·Strong knowledge of children’s and young adult literature
·Experience working with planning and presenting children’s programs
·Proficient computer skills
·Excellent customer service skills
·Act 33/34 Clearances
·MLS required

Compensation and Benefits:

Salary based on experience. Benefits package includes health, dental and vision care, paid vacation and sick days, 11 recognized holidays, and participation in retirement program.

Position open until filled. Send resume to:

Lori Campbell, Executive Director
Butler Area Public Library
218 North McKean Street
Butler, PA 16001
lcampbell@bcfls.org
Fax: (724) 285-5090

Lourdes Library at Gwynedd-Mercy College seeks an energetic, enthusiastic, creative Reference/Instruction Librarian–position to be filled by mid-July.

Please see the full posting here:Reference%20Librarian.php

The Board of Directors of the Hoyt Library is seeking a dynamic Library Director who will build on the Library’s past successes while meeting the exciting challenge of opening a beautiful new wing.

The Hoyt Library is located in Kingston, and serves seven communities in Northeastern Pennsylvania, having a combined population of over 33,000. The Hoyt is a member of the Luzerne County Library System. The library has an annual budget of approximately $600,000 and has a staff of 4 full-time employees and 10 part-time employees.

The candidate should have a Master of Library Science degree, preferably from an ALA accredited school. Ideally, the candidate should have five years of library experience with at least two years as a supervisor. Other qualifications include:

· Experience with budgets and financial matters
· Established supervisory skills
· Experience with collection development and programming
· Thorough knowledge of current trends in library/library science
· Thorough knowledge of library reference sources (print and digital)
· Thorough knowledge of children’s, young adult, and adult literature.
· Experience in public relations.
· Excellent human relations and communication skills.
· Experience with management of technology programs within a library context.
· Able to work productively with an active and involved Library Board

The salary is in the $35,000 – $40,000 range commensurate with experience and qualifications. Health insurance (including dental and vision) is included. The job provides a generous benefits package.

Contact mayonki@osterhout.lib.pa.us for a complete job description.

Resumes should be sent to:

Hoyt Library Search Committee,
c/o Mary Ann Yonki Osterhout Free Library
71 South Franklin
Wilkes-Barre, PA 18701 by Friday, July 10, 2009.

Please visit our Website at: www.hoytlibrary.org

The Hoyt Library is an equal opportunity employer.

Upper Dublin Public Library seeks an enthusiastic, energetic, and imaginative public library professional for an exciting opportunity working with teens in our active youth services department. This position provides reference, reader’s advisory, programming and collection development services for young adults (middle and senior high school age). A complete job description is attachedjd-pt-ya-librarian2
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Bradford County Library System has an open position of library administrator available. This is a full time position with benefits. Please refer to the attached job description for all information needed to apply.

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The Parkland Community Library, a service-oriented library serving 56,000 people
and embarking on a building project, is seeking a knowledgeable, self-motivated
reference librarian who is comfortable with technology to provide excellent
reference services, and to be part of the exciting building project.

The library is well used, and offers a strong schedule of programs. See the
webpage at default.aspand the spring newsletter at newsletter.pdf

Position responsibilities include, reference service, development of reference
and non-fiction collections, management of three part-time reference staff, and
management of technology with the help of third party support and training. MLS
req. 35 hours/week.

Submit letter of application, resume, and three references by May 26, 2009 to
Karen M. Gartner, Executive Director, Parkland Community Library, 4422 Walbert
Ave., Allentown, PA 18104, or to gartnerk@parklandlibrary.org. No telephone
applications. EOE

Library Director – DuBois Public Library

The Board of Directors of the DuBois Public Library, DuBois, Pennsylvania is seeking a Library Director who is dynamic, eager to meet exciting new challenges, and has a vision for leading the DuBois Public Library into the 21st Century.

Serving over 19,000 area residents, the library has a budget of $280,000 and has a staff of 5 full time employees and 3 part time employees. Funding is provided by local municipalities. Additional support comes from the state as well as from grants, individual donations from patrons, memorial gifts and fund raising events.

Our ideal candidate will have an ALA accredited MLS, preferably with 3+ years public library experience with increasing management responsibilities. Other desired qualifications:

Proven supervisory skills
An awareness of the latest trends and innovations as they pertain to the library
Budget and financial experience
An ability to communicate effectively with the staff, the Board of Directors, and the community
Grant writing experience

Salary based on experience with a minimum of $35,000. The library contributes to benefits. Submit resume and a cover letter no later than June 1, 2009.
The DuBois Public Library
31 South Brady Street
DuBois, PA 15801
Attn: Director Search Committee.
Visit us at www.duboispubliclibrary.org

Holy Family University seeks a candidate with strong reference and computer skills to join our team in offering excellent library services to our students, faculty, and staff.

This full-time opening for a reference/system librarian is available at the university’s Northeast Philadelphia campus and reports to the Director for Library Services. The successful candidate will work Sundays through Thursdays (exact schedule negotiable). The candidate will give reference service and some library instruction, manage the library’s SirsiDynix integrated system, and serve as occasional backup at the Circulation Desk.

MS in Library Science or equivalent from an ALA-accredited program required. Extensive computer experience, knowledge of several modules of an automated library system, and experience in providing reference service preferred, as are academic library experience and some teaching or presentation experience. The successful candidate will need excellent communication skills, flexibility, and the ability to work independently in a team environment.
If interested, please submit resume with three references by 5/18 to:

Holy Family University
Human Resources Dept., Job #08
9801 Frankford Ave.
Phila., PA 19114

or e-mail to hr_payroll@holyfamily.edu

Holy Family University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Find more information about the institution below, or visit our website at www.holyfamily.edu

About Holy Family
Holy Family University was founded in 1954 by the Congregation of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth. Fully accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, Holy Family offers liberal arts, pre-professional, and professional programs, both graduate and undergraduate, for students of all ages, religions, races, and nationalities. The university community comprises more than 2,200 full-time and part-time students. Holy Family has locations in Northeast Philadelphia, Newtown, and Bensalem, PA.

From Holy Family University’s Mission
Holy Family University, a ministry of the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, offers education in the liberal arts and professions through graduate, undergraduate, and non-degree programs. As a Catholic institution Holy Family seeks direction and inspiration from the life and teaching of Jesus Christ, affirms the values of the Judeo-Christian tradition, and witnesses to the dignity of each person and the oneness of the human family. Holy Family University educates students to assume life-long responsibilities towards God, society, and self.

There is a full time tenure track (12 months) Reference/Instructional Librarian position available at HACC York Campus.

Provide all aspects of reference service, orientation and instruction for all patrons, and perform related duties. Requires an Master’s in Library/Information Science from an ALA-accredited college or university, the willingness to work a flexible schedule, and related skills & abilities. Excellent benefits package. Annual salary is between $45,625 and $61,375 based on experience. For more information and/or to apply for this position, please go to Frameset.jsp?time=1239029785892 and search for PIN 1745. EOE-M/F/D/V

The Parkland Community Library, a service-oriented public library serving 56,000
people is seeking a a knowledgeable, self-motivated reference librarian, who is
comfortable with technology, to provide excellent reference services and to be
part of an exciting building project. Grant-writing skills are a plus.

Responsibilities include, reference service, development of reference and
non-fiction collections, management of three part-time reference staff, and
management of technology with the help of third party support.

MLS required. 35 hours/week. Starting salary range, $28,629 – $30,924 Submit
letter of application, resume, and three references by April 4, 2009, to:

Karen M. Gartner
Executive Director
Parkland Community Library
4422 Walbert Ave.,
Allentown, PA 18104
gartnerk@parklandlibrary.org

Business Reference Librarian Position
Lancaster Public Library, Lancaster PA

Three years ago, Duke Street Business Center at Lancaster Public Library opened its doors for business. This unique service has been highly successful. A part-time Business Reference Librarian position is available for a service oriented, highly motivated professional. This individual will provide service at the Business Reference Desk during hours not covered by the full-time Business Reference Librarian. Using the Business Center’s robust electronic and print resources, the Business Reference Librarian will provide quick business reference service and in-depth business research to start-up and existing businesses of all sizes. In addition to business clients, the Center serves the non-profit community. As a Foundation Center Cooperating Collection site, Duke Street Business Center offers access to the Foundation Directory Online database and core print resources. Additional responsibilities include workshop instruction and event planning and hosting.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: MLS required; excellent oral and written communication skills; excellent reference/presentation skills; strong commitment to public service; understanding of key issues, ideas, and trends in business; excellent electronic database and Internet searching skills; work effectively with co-workers; flexibility in adapting to changing user needs; schedule flexibility as work schedule may vary as needed.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in providing business reference service – preferably in an urban public library environment, comfortable teaching in an electronic classroom, willingness to learn and apply new skills.

COMPENSATION: Hourly rate: $15.51 – $20.10 range. Hours: 20 per week including at least two evenings/week and occasional weekends.

REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS: Position open until filled. Lancaster Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information visit: default.asp. Please send a letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses and phone numbers of three references to:

Joyce Sands
Interim Executive Director
Lancaster Public Library
125 North Duke Street
Lancaster, PA 17602
jsands@lancaster.lib.pa.us
FAX (717) 606 – 4599

The Coudersport Library Board of Trustees is seeking a thoughtful, creative and dynamic leader to become our Library Director. The ideal candidate for the Library Director position should be a community-minded librarian who is committed to providing the highest quality of service to the library patrons as a hands-on administrator of operations.

The Library Director plans, organizes, reviews and manages the services of the Coudersport (Pa.) Public Library, under the direction of the six-member Board of Trustees. The Director evaluates the effectiveness of library services; selects materials and books; supervises library procedures; plans programming to meet the needs of the public; supervises and trains library personnel; administers the annual budget and assists with fund-raising efforts.

The successful candidate should have a B.A. or B.S. degree with an emphasis in library science. A Master’s Degree in Library Science is preferred. Public or other library administrative experience and knowledge of library procedures is also desirable. Applicants should have good oral and written communication skills and be able to establish effective working relationships with staff, trustees, the library system, the district center and the public. Applicant should have strong computer literacy skills and knowledge of internet resources.

This position is full time, 40 hours per week, including time off and benefits. Some evening and weekend hours required. Salary is commensurate with experience. More information about the Coudersport Public Library is online at coudersportlibrary.org

Apply by sending a cover letter, resume and three professional references to: Michael Wetzel, Coudersport Public Library Board of Directors, c/o Citizens and Northern Bank, PO Box 229, Coudersport, PA 16915. E-mail address: michaelw@cnbankpa.com.

Deadline for application is March 20, 2009.

The Coudersport Library Association does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in employment or the provision of services.

The Dillsburg Area Public Library, located in Dillsburg Borough, York County is requesting applications for the position of Library Director. The library serves seven municipalities with a combined population of about 20,000 with a staff of seven part-time employees and an annual budget of $150,000. A MLS from an ALA accredited pogram completed or in progress is required (by 2011, an MLS will be a mandate based on new census data). A complete job description can be found at:Dillsburg.htm.

Qualified applicants should apply by sending a resume, cover letter, salary requirements and three professional references with complete contact information by February 6, 2009 to:

Library Search Committee
Dillsburg Area Public Library
29 Belair Drive
Dillsburg, PA 17019

The Board of Directors of the Laughlin Memorial Library, Ambridge, Pennsylvania is seeking a Library Director who is enthusiastic, eager to meet an exciting new challenge, and has a vision for moving and expanding an established institution into the 21st century.

The Borough of Ambridge is located approximately eighteen miles from downtown Pittsburgh, and twenty minutes from the Pittsburgh International Airport. Serving over 12,000 area residents, the library has a budget of $225,000 and has a staff of three full time employees and four part time employees.

Duties of the Director include but are not limited to the following:

*Report to the Board of Directors at its monthly meeting with a prepared agenda
*Handle library finances in a competent and timely manner
*Direct the daily operations of the library including staff management, collection development, and the implementation of Board policies
*Develop a public relations program that encourages local support groups
*Long range planning and development

Qualifications
*A MLS or MLIS degree from a program accredited by the American Library Association
*Pennsylvania certification
*A working knowledge of the many facets of library management and its daily operations
*A working knowledge of the computer and applicable programs necessary to run the library
*A ability to communicate effectively with the staff, the Board of Directors, the community and pertinent organizations
*The ability to handle the preparation of required reports on all levels dealing with the operation of the library
*An awareness of the latest trends and innovations as they pertain to the library

Resume, cover letter, a list of professional references and salary requirements may be sent to:

Laughlin Memorial Library Search Committee
Laughlin Memorial Library
99 Eleventh Street
Ambridge, PA 15003

An email with attachments may be sent to: laughlinmemlibrary@ippimail.com

Position Available: Information Literacy and eLearning Librarian

The Pennsylvania Highlands Community College in Johnstown, PA seeks a creative and energetic librarian to join us in advancing our online information literacy program and online teaching environment. The design of online instruction, both web-based tutorials and content modules for delivery through learning management systems, will be a strong focus as the college seeks to expand its online instruction and learning programs.

Responsibilities: Analyze needs assessment and evaluation of data to identify and meet the requirements of the targeted audience; develop measurable learning objectives and goals for learning activities; determine methods and modalities for delivery, with web-based being the primary modality. Lead subject matter faculty through instructional design process to identify and create technical content for learning activities. In addition to providing reference services to students and assisting in collection development.

Required qualifications:

· ALA-accredited MLS degree

· Strong commitment to information literacy instruction

· Demonstrated ability to create web-based instructional tools and other Web 2.0 resources

· Effective interpersonal, oral, written, and online communication skills

· Ability to work independently and a part of a team and to work with faculty and students

Desired qualifications:

· Knowledge of adult learning theory, instructional design principles and practices, web-based development tools and project management

· Teaching experience

· Experience with creating library services embedded within online courses

· Knowledge of MS-SQL, HTML, XML, TCP/IP, or willingness to learn

Criminal background clearance is required as a condition of employment. Starting salary is between $40,000 and $50,000. Interested candidates should send or e-mail a cover letter, resume and the names and telephone numbers of at least three (3) professional references to:

Pennsylvania Highlands Community College
Executive Director of Human Resources
101 Community College Way, Johnstown, PA 15904
valtemus@pennhighlands.edu

Priority consideration will be given to candidates whose material is received on or before January 16, 2009. However, applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Pennsylvania Highlands Community College is an Equal Opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex or handicap in its activities, programs or employment practices as required by Title VI, Title IX and Section 504.

The Temple University Libraries invite applications and nominations for the position of Reference Librarian/Subject Specialist for Art. Under the direction of the Head of Reference and Instructional Services, the Reference Librarian/Subject Specialist for Art will provide general reference and specialized research consultations in person and virtually; develop print and web based instructional materials and consel faculty in developing effective information literacy assignments and activities; provide library instruction to art, art history, and art education students and faculty as well as to undergraduates in the general education curriculum; support the use of visual resources such as ARTstor; and engage with the faculty in Temple’s Tyler School of Art and with the wider campus community through outreach and promotional activities. The librarian will develop and manage electronic and print collections in art, art history, and related subject areas, under the coordination of the Chief Collection Development Officer. The librarian will also participate in library-wide projects and activities and is expected to be active professionally. Some evening and weekend hours are required. For more details and information on how to apply, visit:
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