Library Secretary position at St. Bonaventure

Library Secretary/Technical Assistant

St. Bonaventure University Library seeks to fill a full-time position involving standard secretarial duties, along with ability to work with or learn various computer-related applications.

Duties include general office work, assist with accounting and budget matters, help develop and maintain websites, assist with patron use of library computer equipment and programs, and offer general assistance to staff and patrons.

High school diploma and three years experience in an office environment required as well as proficiency with computer applications. Good communication skills and ability to work well with a wide range of people is essential.

Review of applications to start immediately with goal to fill as soon as possible after Feb. 1.

Send cover letter, resume, and names of three references to Paul J. Spaeth, Director of the Library, St. Bonaventure University, St. Bonaventure, NY 14778. Email submissions preferred (pspaeth@sbu.edu). EOE

Library Assistant position available in Pittsford

Harris Beach PLLC


Library Assistant
January 2010
Location: Pittsford, NY

Description:
The library assistant will support the firm's law library by maintaining the
physical library collection, supporting librarians, and interacting with
attorneys and staff to take quick reference requests. Performs other duties
as designated by the Manager of Library Technical Services and other library
staff. This position is part-time (25 hrs/week).

Responsibilities:
* Assumes primary responsibility for library maintenance including
processing and routing mail, subscriptions and publications
* Shelving books, weeding newspapers, maintaining library supplies
* Filling copy requests in compliance with copyright laws
* Requires travel to other firm offices to maintain library
collections
* Files looseleaf services, replaces pocket parts and ensures timely
updating of all publications in the library and attorney offices
* Assists with quick reference questions, case pulling projects, and
assembling research materials including the use of microfiche copier to
print documents
* Fills reference requests at local libraries as needed

Qualifications:
* Law or business library experience a plus
* Familiarity with library software applications preferred
* Experience with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, etc)
* Strong organizational skills
* Shows initiative in assisting attorneys and staff
* Exercises judgment in referring complicated questions to librarians
* Ability to deal with fast paced environment and changing priorities
* Must possess good, courteous telephonic and in-person oral
communication skills
* Must have your own reliable transportation

Please submit cover letter and resume to resumes@harrisbeach.com

Harris Beach PLLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer

New ALA Library Assistants Certification program

There is a new Library Assistants Certification program being offered by ALA.
check it out at:

http://www.ala-apa.org/lssc/about.html

Library journal - library of the year

Is your library the 2010 Library Journal library of the year?
Nominations are due April 2, 2010.
See guidelines at
http://www.libraryjournal.com/article/CA606275.html

TODAY is the LAST DAY!

Today is the last day to nominate for the 2010 Library Journal Paraprofessional of the year!
Paraprofessional means - ANY library Assistant, Support Staff, Page, ect...
Check out the link below.



http://www.libraryjournal.com/article/CA606277.html

Suggestions needed

I'm currently working on the 2010 Fall Support Staff Workshop.
The workshop is scheduled to be held on October 22nd, 2010.

What types of workshops would you like to see presented?
Would you like outside speakers?
Would you like a 1/2 day or full day workshop?

Let me know what you think!
Email me at - hjensen@pls-net.org

Thanks!

Theft in Caledonia

On Sunday afternoon this past weekend, the Big Springs Museum in Caledonia (20 miles southwest of Rochester) was the victim of a theft which was discovered last night. The museum was robbed while staffed, of several military objects including a Civil War Era surgical Kit (Wade and Ford Set C 1861), a Nazi helmet, several WWII era medals, and two Hitler Youth knives. We are trying to locate photographs to share.

The perpetrator distracted our docent. The objects were in locked cases, and the locks were cut.

Please be on the alert for this type of event in your museum.

Thank you.

Jean Guthrie, Big Springs Museum

Grant workshop being offered by RRLC

Nonprofit Works Presents

How Grants Work

Rochester, NY

February 9, choose 9 am to 12 pm or 1:30 pm to 4:30 pm, Brighton Town Hall, 2300 Elmwood Avenue, Rochester, NY 14618

See http://www.nonprofitworks.com/courses/gd_howgrantswork.asp

This popular workshop is an excellent way for program staff, administrators, and boards of directors to gain a general understanding of what grants are all about and the elements required for success. Equal attention is given to the needs and interests of both your organization and grantmakers. Participants receive Word and Excel templates to help them develop grant proposals.

Topics include:

• Understanding what’s most important to grantmakers
• Researching grants and approaching grantmakers prior to applying
• How to plan programs and projects before writing grants
• Preparing information commonly asked for in grant applications
• Building a grantseekers tool kit to help you save time

Cost: $50 per person, includes materials, refreshments and parking (group discounts available)

Instructor: Nonprofit Works President, Paul Mastrodonato, has helped nonprofits obtain funding from foundations, corporations, and government agencies for over 18 years. Paul’s presentation style is known for being informative, interactive, relaxed, and fun.

Pre-registration is required. For more information about this or other Nonprofit Works courses,

call us at (518) 581-8841, e-mail us at mail@nonprofitworks.com, or visit our website at www.nonprofitworks.com

Job Opportunity at Ithaca College

The Ithaca College Library has an opening for a Circulation Services Coordinator. Interested individuals should apply online at www.icjobs.org, and attach a cover letter and resume; a complete position description may be found at www.icjobs.org.
Questions about the online application process should be directed to the Office of Human Resources at (607) 274-1207. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Ithaca College is a selective medium-sized comprehensive college in the beautiful Finger Lakes Region of Central New York. The city of Ithaca and surrounding environs offer diverse cultural, recreational, and educational opportunities in a small college town setting. Founded as a school of music in 1892, the college has long recognized the value of combining theory and performance, providing a rigorous education that blends liberal arts and professional programs. In the words of its vision statement, “Ithaca College strives to become the standard of excellence for residential comprehensive colleges, fostering intellect, creativity, and character in an active, student-centered learning community.”

The primary mission of the Ithaca College Library is to enhance teaching and learning at the College through the provision of flexible, diverse, and user-centered information services and resources. The library staff works to create an organization that is receptive to innovation, recognized for efficient management, and focused on continuous improvement in its services, resources, and facility. This commitment to continuous improvement has resulted in a sustained increase in the use of library services, resources, and facilities.

Thank you,
Ben Hogben, Manager, Access Services
Ithaca College Library
Ithaca, NY

NYSLAA nominations needed

Award Nominations

Craig Koste & Ray Murray Award Nomination Process

Each year, NYSLAA seeks nominations from its members for each of these awards. The Executive Council reviews the nominations in April of each year and notifies the recipients. The awards are presented at the annual conference in June.

To nominate, please compile a packet including: your nomination letter, supporting letters, and any other pertinent documentation. Please include the name of the nominee's supervisor for notification. The deadline for the submission is March 31^st of each year.

Send nomination packets (or questions) for either award to the NYSLAA President:

Sally McMaster
President
University of Rochester
Rush Rhees Library
775 Library Road
Rochester, NY 14627
Phone: (585) 275-9502
Fax: (585) 273-5310
Term: 01 Jan 2010 - 31 Dec 2011