Job posting in North Dakota

Notice of Vacancy
Dickinson, ND 58601-4896
Position: Project Manager for the Theodore Roosevelt Digitization Project and Theodore Roosevelt Center

Salary: $38,000 - $40,000


Appointment Date: As soon as possible

Responsibilities and Qualifications: Dickinson State University is seeking applicants for an exciting new position, the Project Manager for the Theodore Roosevelt Digitization Project and Theodore Roosevelt Center. Reporting to the President, the project manager will collaborate with the center director and key university personnel to implement the initiatives of the Center. The first project will be to supervise the creation of a metadata system for the Theodore Roosevelt digitization project. To accomplish this, the successful project manager must have extraordinary organizational and administrative skills; the ability to communicate with and create partnerships with public, private and academic sectors of the community; demonstrated ability to
plan, initiate, and implement effective programs, projects, and services; excellent interpersonal collaborative and communication skills; and the ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, in a rapidly changing environment. A bachelor’s degree is required. Preferred qualifications include: experience working with a variety of constituents and technical experience in document handling (especially digitization). Applicants who have a strong interest in history and documents or who possess a graduate degree from a program accredited by the ALA will be given special consideration. Since this is a new position, sustainability beyond the first year will be contingent upon the availability of funds. Explore the initiatives of the Theodore Roosevelt Center at http://www.theodorerooseveltcenter.com/Default.asp or _______________ This full-time, twelve month position offers a comprehensive benefit package including full family coverage for Blue Cross/Blue Shield Health Insurance and TIAA-CREF retirement.
Application Information: Review of applications will begin August 8, 2008 and continue until the position is filled. Send letter of interest, resume, list of five professional references, and a completed Dickinson State University employment application to: DSU.hr@dickinsonstate.edu or mail to Ms. Gail Ebeltoft, Coordinator of Human Resources, Dickinson State University, 291 Campus Drive, Dickinson,ND 58601-4896. For further information about this position, call Ms. Ebeltoft at 1-800-279-4295. Visit our website at http://www.dsu.nodak.edu/Jobs.asp. Employment is contingent upon a satisfactory criminal history background check. AA/EOE

About Dickinson State: Dickinson State University (www.dickinsonstate.edu), a progressive four-year institution of higher education, is one of eleven institutions within the North Dakota State University System. The University offers more than 50 undergraduate programs, and currently enrolls 2,670 students from 42 states and 33 countries. Covering 132-acres, the campus is situated in Dickinson, a city of 17,000, located near the scenic Badlands of North Dakota. Dickinson serves as the economic, social, governmental, and medical center for southwest North Dakota.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Dickinson State University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action institution that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, gender or handicap in its admissions, employment practices, educational programs or other related activities. Inquiries regarding employment of the affirmative action program may be directed to Affirmative Action, Dickinson State University, 291 Campus Drive, Dickinson, North Dakota 58601-4896


Revised 09/13/2007

Job opening at University of St. Thomas

Non-Exempt Positions Available

Evening/Weekend Circulation and
Late Night Library Supervisors

The University of St. Thomas is accepting applications for two positions
in the Circulation Department at the O'Shaughnessy-Frey Library.

These positions provide high-quality access to research services,
academic resources, and spaces for students, faculty and staff to do
group and individual work. Responsibilities include: providing library
assistance to patrons; opening and closing the building; supervising
student employees; implementing and interpreting library policies;
maintaining the library's collections, patron and inventory databases.
For more details and to apply, see the individual job postings at
http://jobs.stthomas.edu.



1. Evening/Weekend Circulation Supervisor
; is a
part-time position working 25 hours per week. Schedule is every
Wednesday and Thursday evening and every other weekend. This position is
eligible for a generous benefits package which includes paid leave time,
paid holidays, medical and dental coverage, and other policies and
programs. A summary of benefits offered may be found at
www.stthomas.edu/hr.

Qualifications: Equivalent to a high school diploma and three years of
related library experience, preferably in circulation at an academic
institution. A Bachelor's degree is preferred.



2. Late Night Library Supervisor
; is a
part-time position working 25 hours per week during the Fall and Spring
Semester. The schedule is 9:15 p.m.-2:15 a.m. Sunday through Thursday.
This position is eligible for a generous benefits package which includes
paid leave time, paid holidays, and other policies and programs in
accordance with your part time status. A summary of benefits offered may
be found at www.stthomas.edu/hr.

Qualifications: Equivalent to a high school diploma and three years of
related library experience, preferably in circulation and/or reference
at an academic institution. A Bachelor's degree and an MLIS degree
coursework in progress, with a basic reference class completed
preferred.



Inspired by Catholic intellectual tradition, the University of St.
Thomas educates students to be morally responsible leaders who think
critically, act wisely, and work skillfully to advance the common good.
The successful candidate will possess a commitment to the ideals of this
mission statement.



We are looking for candidates with strong customer service skills;
ability to work independently with little supervision; attention to
detail; proficiency with personal computer applications including e-mail
and word processing; experience with library automated systems; and
aptitude for learning other support software.

Please apply online at http://jobs.stthomas.edu
; .



(Posted 7/23/2008)



The University of St. Thomas is an affirmative action and equal
opportunity employer. Women, persons of color and persons with
disabilities are encouraged to apply.





_________________________________________________
Conie Borchardt, Circulation Manager, OSF Library
University of St. Thomas, St. Paul, MN
clborchardt@stthomas.edu ~ (651) 962-6874
http://www.stthomas.edu/libraries

The winds of grace are always blowing;

we've only to set our sails. ~Indian mystic

Hennepin County Library Internship Opportunity

Internship Opportunity At Hennepin County Library

Job Title: Library Outreach Services Internship

Closing Date/Time: Open Until Filled

Job Type: Internship - Unpaid

Location: Minnetonka, Minnesota

Department: Hennepin County Library

Outreach promotes the use of the library by the nontraditional or under-served user through the development and support of programs and services. The Outreach Department's goal is to bring the experience of the library and its resources to the community - in their homes, senior living facilities, rehabilitation centers, the correctional facilities of the county and through events held at the library.

Commitment:
One semester, 4 to 8 hours per week.

Job Location:
Main work location is at the Ridgedale Library, 12601 Ridgedale Dr., Minnetonka, with some work in Downtown Minneapolis at the Juvenile Detention Center, in Plymouth at the Adult Correctional Facility, and in Minnetonka at the County Home School.

Duties:
Duties may include the following:

· Assist at outreach events aimed at first generation library users

· Assist in classifying / organizing Adult Correctional Facility collection

· Assist in compiling and analyzing data for Adult Correctional Facility programs and Deposit Collection booktalking program

· Assist in creating documents for use in Large Print book club kits, including writing book discussion questions

· Assist in implementation of resource workshops at Adult Correctional Facility

· Assist in the creation, implementation and evaluation of a reading interest survey for use with the Deposit Collection sites, at the Adult Correctional Facility, and at the County Home School

· Assist in weekly filling of information requests from Adult Correctional Facility

· Plan, develop, and implement a book discussion group at the Adult Correctional Facility (women's) and District 287 (teens)

· Plan, develop, and implement a project of interest related to Outreach

Requirements:
Intern must have taken at least one class in collection development, information services or public libraries.

To Apply and for Questions:
Submit a resume and brief cover letter outlining your qualifications for this internship to:

tmgrund@hclib.org
- OR -
Tom Grund
Hennepin County Library - Ridgedale
12601 Ridgedale Drive
Minnetonka, MN 55305
(952) 847-8518

For more information contact Patrick Jones at pjones@hclib.org or (952) 847-8859.

Library Intern

Student Intern - Librarian (St Paul)

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Reply to: gnelson@sehinc.com
Date: 2008-04-29, 3:35PM CDT


Student Intern – Librarian (Job #0642)

Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc. (SEH®), a multidisciplined consulting firm, is looking for a Student Intern Librarian for our Administrative group located in our St. Paul, MN, Office. SEH is a team-oriented firm providing challenge, personal growth, and career advancement opportunities. We are looking for individuals who want to be part of a team that provides exceptional service to our clients.

Candidate must have a Bachelor's Degree, MLS preferred, or equivalent experience in a specialized library setting. This position will work with the Administrative Services Director to develop a formal company-wide library system. Responsibilities will include assisting in developing a Return on Investment (ROI) analysis, researching and recommending software, and searching literature and materials for patrons. In addition will inventory, catalog and log existing library materials and resource systems. Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Strong research skills and records management training and/or experience desired.

For confidential consideration, please submit resume to gnelson@sehinc.com or fax to 612.758.6701. Please refer to Job #0642. Please mention Craig's List.

Link to Craig's List post:

http://minneapolis.craigslist.org/ofc/661194711.html