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By gsliscomm, April 17, 2013 12:26 pm

We are a software company located in New Bedford, MA. We specialize in writing software and creating websites for our medium to large businesses. We are currently looking to hire a self-motivated, goal oriented, front end web developer with strong communication skills, who can join our team.

Some of the qualifications are; CSS, html, javascript, php, and SQL. Not required but good to have: ruby, experience with wordpress, ecommerce experience, and an understanding of agile development methods.

If you have any students who are interested in talking with us about a job with our company please have them send their resume, a cover letter and a portfolio if they have one to myself: Sarah Harding, Sarah@statewidesoftware.com

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By gsliscomm, April 3, 2013 2:07 pm

Ropes & Gray, a leading global law firm, is seeking a Senior KM Content Coordinator to join the Knowledge Management group’s Content Management and Support team. The team is responsible for the management and support of the firm’s intranet and extranet sites, portal applications, key business tools, and workspace requests and issues. This position works directly with site owners, content managers and content contributors for web sites on the firm’s intranet and extranet sites to gather requirements for the development of new sites, revisions and enhancements to existing sites, and for all related content, information and site management training and support. The position also works with advising content managers on best practices for applying metadata and for integrating content from the firm’s document management and other systems, and is involved in other KM projects. This is a full-time position and can be located in either the Boston or New York office.

Responsibilities include:

· Serving as the liaison and key point of contact between the KM Content Management and Support team and site owners, content managers and content contributors, to support them in intranet and extranet site management, workspace and other related KM issues

· Providing ongoing support and guidance in best practices for updating and maintaining site content

· Providing end-user training and documentation

· Gathering business requirements for new projects and requests

· Analyzing requirements in order to recommend the right approach and solution

· Defining deliverables and establishing timeline

· Using established best practices to implement requirements

· Coordinating review and approval from site owners for site changes

· Supporting activities related to integration of firm metadata and in support of search functionality

· Using SharePoint toolkit, best practices and standards to build, develop and redesign sites, pages, lists and libraries, and to assign proper site permissions

· Sharing responsibility for daily monitoring of mailboxes, incident tickets and other issues according to established guidelines

· Maintaining project tasks and ensuring that tracking lists are kept up to date

Desired Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience

· 1-3 years’ experience with SharePoint, preferably as a power user

· Experience with content management duties and toolkit

· Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

· Excellent analytical and problem solving skills

· Excellent customer service and team skills

· Passion for information and content management

· Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and process driven environment

· Prior law firm experience highly desirable

· Familiarity with document management systems, particularly WorkSite, a plus

· Proficiency with Microsoft office applications; familiarity with HTML a plus

Applicants should submit a current resume and cover letter via email to Julia Blanchard (julia.blanchard@ropesgray.com).

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By gsliscomm, February 26, 2013 4:46 pm

Head of Library Systems & Emerging Technologies Librarian

Mason Library at Keene State College is seeking applications for Head of Library Systems & Emerging Technologies Librarian. This position has all responsibilities associated with faculty rank and tenure. Under the administrative review of the Dean of the Library, the Head of Library Systems & Emerging Technologies Librarian leads the evaluation and implementation of new technological services, and is responsible for the creation of policies and procedures in support of library systems and technologies. This librarian has responsibility for the maintenance of turnkey library systems operations, supervises staff, is the library’s webmaster, serves as liaison to vendors, and collaborates with campus and off campus constituencies. All library faculty serve as liaison to a number of disciplines, provides information literacy instruction, and monitors collection development in those areas.

Qualifications Required: ALA accredited Master’s Degree in library science. Demonstrated experience administering and working with library automated systems software and operations, knowledge of academic library operations and service requirements. The successful candidate will have proven organizational, problem solving, negotiating, interpersonal and communication skills, experience in teaching and/or library instruction and a commitment to the ideals of information literacy and the ability to work both independently and collegially in a rapidly changing environment.

Desirable: Undergraduate degree in a field supportive of library systems work, familiarity with local area networks, software applications, print management, Web formats including Web 2.0, Innovative Interfaces library software, ILLIAD, ContentDM, and MARC formats. Demonstrated ability to work in a mixed hardware/software environment, and supervisory and leadership experience. Additional advanced subject area degree or Library Systems educational experiences, evidence of professional involvement, and academic library experience. This is a tenure track faculty position and will be hired at the rank of Assistant Professor with a starting salary of $61,720.

Application: Apply online at https://jobs.usnh.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=53179

Applicants should be prepared to upload the following documents when applying online:
• Letter of application addressing the required and desirable qualifications
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy (300 words or less)
• Contact information for three references.

Application Deadline: Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled or otherwise closed at the college’s discretion.

View complete expanded position description, responsibilities, and qualifications at http://www.keene.edu/hr/vacancies.cfm

For more information about Keene State College, Mason Library, the University System of New Hampshire, and the Keene community, visit: http://www.keene.edu/, http://www.keene.edu/library/, http://www.usnh.edu/ or http://www.ci.keene.nh.us

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By gsliscomm, January 8, 2013 3:00 pm

We are currently seeking a Support Engineer to join the Discovery Services team. The ideal candidate for this position will be an enthusiastic individual who enjoys working in a challenging, fast-paced, collaborative environment.

This position will be based out of Innovative Interfaces corporate headquarters in Emeryville, CA.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Provide extensive email and phone customer support to libraries using Innovative’s Encore Discovery and Synergy software products on large multi-user UNIX systems.

· Coordinate support of integrated products for Encore systems.

· Implement and configure options and software for new Encore installations in production and beta environments.

· Participate in the development and support of Synergy connector technology.

· Provide instruction to Innovative staff on features and functionality of Encore and Synergy.

· Assist in the creation and ongoing development of processes and procedural documentation for internal and external use.

· Other service and support tasks as needed.

· Facilitate communication between Discovery Services and other departments.

Present, learn, and apply new technology as needed.

REQUIREMENTS:
· MLS, MLIS, Computer Science degree or equivalent. Working knowledge of library operations strongly preferred.

· Proficiency with UNIX, Apache, Tomcat, SQL queries.

· Familiarity with Web Services models & AJAX technologies, HTML, XHTML, XML, CSS, & JavaScript.

· Experience with Open URL and link resolver technologies preferred.

· Problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

· Excellent written and oral communication skills.

· Demonstrated commitment and ability to provide exceptional customer service in a rapidly changing environment with competing priorities and deadlines.

· Scripting skills highly desirable.

· Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while being a positive and supportive team member.

Please click here to apply: https://home.eease.adp.com/recruit/?id=1497801

Please note: Innovative Interfaces Inc. does not sponsor or transfer any type of immigrant or non-immigrant visa.

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By gsliscomm, June 27, 2012 8:43 am

View original job posting at http://www.paulsmiths.edu/offices/hr/jobs/2012%20Internship-Sytems%20Librarian%2006.12.pdf

PAID Internship Opportunity

Position: Systems Librarian Internship
Reports to: Director of Library Services
Status: Full-Time, One Semester, Mid-August – December 2012

Description:
Paul Smith’s College is located in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains. Even though we’re small, we strive to do great things and offer excellent service to our patrons. We have a great opportunity for a creative, innovative, and knowledgeable student or recent MLS graduate. The selected candidate will have focused training responsibilities involved with Systems Librarian duties and have the opportunity to learn the aspects of academic librarianship in a small college setting. While extensive technical knowledge isn’t necessary, the ideal candidate should already be familiar with library technologies, have a strong propensity to learn new technology, solve technical problems without assistance, and be able to apply technology in a library setting. The candidate should also be a friendly, sociable person who is as comfortable standing in front of the classroom teaching an instruction session as helping patrons with reference questions. So, in short, we’re looking for someone who wants to combine a technology experience with a willingness and excitement to work with our campus and a great team of library staff. If this describes you, please apply.

Potential Projects:
- Develop a mobile library site \ mobile app
- Develop a Mobile tour using TAP, an open source software platform developed by the Indianapolis Museum of Art.
- Implement a historical collections page using Omeka
We recently applied for a hardware grant for touch screen room reservation screens and a large public touchscreen kiosk. If the hardware grant is successful:
- Implement a touch screen interface for a public Kiosk (similar to NCSU – for context, see here: http://journal.code4lib.org/articles/5832)
- Develop a room reservation system for group study rooms that interact with hardware screens
- Develop a shelf browsing module in our VuFind OPAC.
- Create a location aware mobile app for Android or iPhone that provides users with useful services.

Requirements:
1. Working towards an MLS degree from an ALA-accredited library school.
2. A high degree of technical competency and\or a strong propensity to be able to learn new skills necessary to solve technical problems on your own.
3. Some experience with PHP, Python, Javascript, CSS\HTML required.
4. Some experience with MYSQL or other similar relational database software.
5. Knowledge of SIRSIDynix Symphony integrated library system preferred.
6. Experience designing and writing software using the above languages preferred.
7. Interest in working with patrons in one-on-one and group situations.
8. Strong personal service philosophy and solid interpersonal and communication skills.
9. Desire to the share varied workload of a small college in a team atmosphere.
10. Ability to carry 20 lbs. 200 yards and/or up three flights of stairs.

To Apply:
- Applicants may submit a letter of application, resume and professional references to: Recruitment Manager/Human Resources, Paul Smith’s College, P.O. Box 265, Paul Smiths, NY 12970. Application materials may be faxed to: 518-327-6161, or emailed in Word format to: employment@paulsmiths.edu.
- All internship documentation required by the crediting institution should be included with application material for review.

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By gsliscomm, June 6, 2012 8:50 am

Position Vacancy: Systems Librarian
Academic Staff, Annual Renewable Appointment
Full-time, 12-month appointment

Starting Date: Immediate

Position Summary
This position provides leadership, vision, and expertise related to library systems, technologies, software, and hardware that increase and enhance access to academic resources at UW-Whitewater. The individual in this position identifies, evaluates, coordinates, and teaches the use of technologies to library staff. S/he resolves problems, proposes new and better ways of using technology and, by collaborating with and by offering substantive training to library staff, thereby empowers them in performing their own functions. The individual represents the Library in technology issues on campus and within the UW System. This position also performs other duties as assigned.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Serve as the Library’s Systems/Technology Coordinator as detailed below:
1. Manage, plan, and administer the integrated library system. Includes liaison work with library staff, remote server administrators, integrated library system vendor; deployment and support for associated hardware and desktop client software for library staff.
2. Advise and consult with library staff to maximize effective use of technology; provide regular and on-demand training; seek to make library staff independent and proficient users of technology.
3. Create reports and extract management data from library software as needed by library staff; assist colleagues in designing and running reports for their own needs; provide statistical reports as requested.
4. Collaborate with colleagues in investigating, evaluating, recommending, and implementing technologies to improve service and optimize the information technology resources.
5. Understand the functional, operational, and service needs of the Library in order to develop gateways between the LibraryÂ’s online resources and locally developed or third party application.
6. Be responsible for installing and maintaining library software, including communication with software vendors.
7. Develop training and documentation to share with library staff.
8. Create new applications and adapt existing systems to meet Library needs.
9. Serve as the primary liaison to campus technology service units, UW System library committees, and participate in statewide discussions and decisions impacting the UW System libraries.
10. Maintain a working knowledge of metadata schemes appropriate for digital information.
11. Manage and support, in collaboration with library and/or campus technology units, the LibraryÂ’s population of desktop, laptop, and handheld computing devices and related technologies, including all staff computers, public computers, and printers.
12. Serve on library committees, task forces, UW System, and professional committees as elected or appointed.
13. Work with campus colleagues on issues related to development of an institutional digital repository.
14. Perform administrative duties, such as automation budget oversight and student supervision.
15. Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent; understanding of library data encoding standards (e.g. MARC21, AACR2, RDA etc.,); relevant professional experience in management and maintenance or integrated library system; experience with technical support for library electronic information resources; successful participation in web and systems projects; knowledge of scripting languages necessary to Voyager & other library software (e.g. PHP, SQL, Java, C/C++, Perl, Python, Ruby, etc.); experience with relational database queries and presentations in UNIX and Windows environments; knowledge of library web design and scripting languages; ability to troubleshoot hardware and software problems; commitment to professional development; excellent interpersonal and communication skills and the commitment to work as part of a team; demonstrated success in working with diverse populations; commitment to public service; desire and ability to instruct others in new technologies; interest in empowering colleagues with technology.

Preferred Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Training or degree in computer/information technology; academic library experience; successful experience teaching colleagues; understanding of technological trends and developments relevant to academic libraries and information delivery on a university campus; experience with ExLibris Voyager integrated library system, SFX, MetaLib, ILLiad, and OCLC; familiarity with remote patron authentication (EZProxy).

Salary is commensurate with candidateÂ’s qualifications and experience.

For a description of the Library and the University, please visit our web site:
http://library.uww.edu/

Applications: Send letter of application, resume, and names, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least 3 references to: Systems Search and Screen Committee, c/o Anne Kimball, Andersen Library, UW-Whitewater, P. O. Box 900, Whitewater, WI 53190-0900. Complete applications received by June 29, 2012 are ensured consideration; applications can be considered until the position is filled.

The University of Wisconsin is an EEO/AA employer. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality. UW-Whitewater conducts criminal background checks as a contingency to employment.

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By gsliscomm, June 4, 2012 4:40 pm

Cataloging/Metadata Librarian
Lehigh University Libraries is embarking on several new initiatives including implementing an Institutional Repository and an open source online integrated library system (Kuali OLE) and is looking for a Cataloging/Metadata Librarian to assist with these projects and more. This Cataloging/Metadata position is responsible for cataloging and creating metadata for scholarly resources in all formats and for providing quality bibliographic access to scholarly resources in library systems. The position oversees training of copy catalogers in applying cataloging and emerging metadata standards. The position reports to the Manager of the Library Technical Services Team and assists with meeting Library and Technology Service Standards and strategic goals. LTS is a merged organization, offering the opportunity to collaborate across departments.

Salary range: mid to upper 40s

Review of applications begins June 18, 2012 and continues until position is filled. AA/EEO employer, minorities encouraged to apply.

Business/Data Librarian
This position works in a cross-functional, collaborative team environment with librarians, computing and instructional technology professionals to plan, develop and deliver expert and technology intensive information services. The librarian offers expertise in the use of statistical software, and works with numeric data resources and complex data file manipulations. The librarian supports electronic publishing and archiving, assisting in the development of archiving plans for publications and data. The librarian selects and manages collections of electronic databases and journals, and provides consulting expertise on relevant economic, financial and marketing databases, as well as personal research assistance and group/individual instruction..

Sr. Library Systems Analyst
This position performs professional and technical duties in support of the digital library and library applications & systems. This position provides business analysis functions for library management applications, provides system administration for Linux-based application servers, and manages the Library’s Drupal powered website. This position will serve as the technical contact for Kuali OLE and third-party library applications.

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By gsliscomm, June 4, 2012 4:33 pm

Position: Systems Librarian, Temporary, One Semester Sabbatical Replacement
Reports to: Director of Library Services
Paul Smiths, NY

Description:
Paul Smith’s College is located in the heart of the Adirondack Mountains. Even though we’re small, we strive to do great things and offer excellent service to our patrons. We are looking for a creative, innovative, and knowledgeable Systems Librarian to help maintain and create amazing user-centered services. The ideal candidate will be a jack of all trades, able to troubleshoot software and hardware problems, develop new and/or alter existing software and, working with the rest of the library team, design, develop, research, and implement new services from start to finish. We also want a friendly, sociable person who is as comfortable standing in front of the classroom teaching an instruction session as they are helping patrons with reference questions. If this describes you, please apply.

Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Manage library automation system, databases, and other electronic resources, including vendor relations, systems design, upgrades, equipment evaluation, security, backups and software installation. All in a network environment.
2. Work collaboratively with the IT department to maintain library specific servers and software.
3. Research, assess, and create\implement current and new technologies to support or enhance library services.
4. Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve e-resource access problems.
5. Develop structure and some content for library web pages.
6. Diagnose, troubleshoot and resolve problems with library specific hardware and software.
7. Assist with information literacy instruction, reference, circulation, and other duties as assigned.
8. Compile statistics from various sources for use in assessment.
9. Share evening and weekend work as required.
10. Assist with other library technical and audio-visual services.

Requirements:
1. MLS degree from an ALA-accredited library school.
2. Knowledge of current trends and issues in library systems and information technology, and demonstrated skills in managing and developing systems required.
3. Knowledge of e-resource management systems and link resolvers required.
4. Knowledge of SIRSIDynix Symphony integrated library system preferred.
5. Experience with PHP, Python, Javascript, CSS\HTML preferred.
6. Experience with MYSQL or other similar relational database software.
7. Experience designing and writing software using the above languages preferred.
8. Interest in working with patrons in one-on-one and group situations.
9. Strong personal service philosophy and solid interpersonal and communication skills.
10. Desire to the share varied workload of a small college in a team atmosphere.
11. Ability to carry 20 lbs. 200 yards and/or up three flights of stairs.

To Apply:
Internal applicants may submit a letter of application and an updated resume to the Human Resources Office. External applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Applicants may submit a letter of intent, resume and contact information for three professional references. Electronic submissions are strongly encouraged and should be sent in Microsoft Word format to: employment@paulsmiths.edu. Mailing address: Director of Human Resources, Paul Smith’s College, PO Box 265, Paul Smiths, NY 12970 Faxed to: (518) 327-6161.

Paul Smith’s College values diversity in the College community and seeks to assure equal opportunity through its continued Affirmative Action program. EOE/AA/M/F/D/V

http://www.paulsmiths.edu/offices/hr/employment_ops.php

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By gsliscomm, June 4, 2012 3:52 pm

Responsible for planning, implementing, and supporting the LibraryÂ’s information technology systems and services. Ensures the successful deployment of our integrated library system (Voyager), interlibrary loan software (ILLiad), and other enterprise systems. Develops and maintains tools and applications to support, promote, access, and analyze library collections and operations. Provides leadership in evaluating opportunities for the introduction of new technologies that enhance library services.

Technical skills: Experience maintaining an integrated library system, preferably Voyager; proficiency in using relational database management tools especially ODBC, MS Access, and SQL; ability to navigate a Linux operating system and understand and modify shell scripts and other automated operations; experience using text-based protocols such as SFTP and telnet/SSH; working knowledge of HTML and XML; familiarity with standard desktop software and hardware as well as audiovisual equipment; ability to develop dynamic web content using .NET Framework.

Personal qualifications: Strong organizational, interpersonal, and project management skills; excellent oral and written communication skills; adaptability, creativity, and an aptitude to learn new technological tools and techniques.

Preferred: ALA accredited masterÂ’s degree in library science or equivalent experience.

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Please submit a letter of application, resume, and the names, addresses and telephone numbers of three professional references to resumes@trincoll.edu.

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By gsliscomm, May 1, 2012 2:51 pm

The Office of Information Technology (OIT) provides and supports a wide variety of systems, applications and services for the School of Medicine, the Sackler School of Graduate Biomedical Sciences, the TUSM Public Health and Professional Degree Programs, the Office of Continuing Education (OCE), the Tufts CTSI, the Office of the Provost, the Office of the Vice Provost, University Advancement, the Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy, the Fletcher School and several independent departments whose functions support or benefit TUSM. These services include hardware and software management, user support and training for server, desktop, laptop and mobile computing devices, application development, systems administration, database design and development, consultation in the use of technologies, project management, Web hosting and Web content management. The information technologies and services provided, supported and managed by OIT are an indispensable part of administration, teaching, research and campus life. Another key role of OIT is collaboration with other departments that provide administrative and academic IT services, including but not limited to: the Hirsh Health Sciences Library, the Technology for Learning in the Health Sciences, the Educational Media Center, University Information Technology and affiliated hospitals.

View full position description and apply online at http://hr.tufts.edu/ (job number 1070).