Library Assistant position open at U or R.

Posted on behalf of the University of Rochester River Campus Libraries

Department: Access Services (Interlibrary Loan)
Position Title: Library Assistant IV
Position Code: 0513
Pay Grade: 08

Summary:
The primary responsibilities of this position are to oversee and
maintain detailed online records in the interlibrary loan database and
OCLC, act as a liaison to our clients providing support, and to process
incoming materials. This position requires a good knowledge of the
River Campus in order to provide delivery of materials to branch
libraries and faculty offices. This position assists with setting rooms
for upcoming library events. The schedule for this position may include
providing Circulation Desk backup for weekend days. The ability to
exercise independent judgment, schedule work and set priorities is
necessary.

Duties:
30%
. Online record maintenance within the interlibrary loan database
and oclc
. Process incoming materials and prepare materials to be returned
. Processes all materials received electronically and pushes
materials through to the patrons

30%
. Contacts patrons promptly upon arrival of borrowed materials
. Processes overdue notices, recalls and updates renewal requests
. Monitors materials and sends reminders for items not yet picked
up
. Provides quality control of materials and rectifies problems
prior to patron notifications

30%
. Responsible for main phone line for office
. Provides patron assistance and support for using the
interlibrary loan database
. Provides assistance and support for use of the department
photocopy machine, Xerox color printer and fax machine
. Authorizes payment of bills and forwards invoices to the Library
Financial Office for payment
. Opens, sorts and distributes incoming office mail
. Provides backup to other staff in the office
. Provides backup and assistance at the Circulation Desk

10%
. Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:
2 years post high school education and 3-4 years of work experience (or
an equivalent combination of education and experience)
Relevant college degree preferred and may be substituted for the above
Good telephone skills
Aptitude and desire to work with the public
Sensitivity when dealing with patrons
Good judgment
Good command of English
Desirable Qualifications:
Experience working with computer terminals
Previous academic library experience
Ability to organize work
Knowledge of bookkeeping procedures

Please send letter of application, resume, and the names, address and
phone numbers of three references to:
Kelley Kitrinos, HR Administrator
University of Rochester, Rush Rhees Library
Rochester NY 14627-0055
Fax: (585) 273-5309
-OR-

Email: RCLHR@library.rochester.edu

New link added to blog roll

I've just added a new Blog link to the Blog roll located on the right hand side of this blog.
It's for the PLS OWWL Training Blog that Lindsay writes.
Check it out!

All member libraries are now on OWWL

As of early December, ALL 42 PLS member libraries are fully on OWWL (workflows).
They are all now checking items in and out, as well as, placing and receiving holds.
Congratulations to EVERYONE! We should all be very proud.

Libraries Featured on NBC News Report

Subject: Libraries Featured on NBC News Report

NBC News reports:

"The library business is booming, but now they could use some help in
these tough times"

Libraries offer free relief for tough times... - "the library is a
lifeline"

More Americans have library cards than at any other time since the
American Library Association has kept records.

See the video:

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/22425001/vp/28165432#28165432

THANK YOU!

Dear Library Advocate, I want to let you know that your participation in NYLA's advocacy efforts has helped release $26 million in undistributed Library Aid from the approved 2008-09 State Budget.

As you know, the state was holding onto the undistributed funds pending an agreement with the state Legislature on further mid-year budget cuts. Since those cuts were not agreed to by the state Legislature (and the NYLA Library Rally on November 18th impacted that decision), the remaining funds have been authorized to be released. These undistributed funds include aid for the NYC libraries, library systems, Conservation and Preservation Program, Indian Libraries and Coordinated Collection Development Aid (CCDA) for college libraries.

So thanks again to all of you in the library community who joined us in advocating on behalf of all libraries. United we stand, divided we fall!

Stay tune for further NYLA Legislative Alerts. The Governor will be releasing his 2009-10 Executive Budget next week on December 16th, and there will be more work for NYLA and library advocates to do. In addition, President-Elect Obama and Congress are discussing an economic stimulus package for public works projects and we are working with ALA to insure that libraries receive their fair share of any stimulus package.

Michael J. Borges

Executive Director

New York Library Association

252 Hudson Avenue

Albany, New York 12210

(518) 432-6952, ext. 101

(518) 427-1697 Fax

director@nyla.org

OWWLug

" Please attend the final 2008 OWWLUG meeting! Submit agenda items to Lindsay Stratton, lstratton@pls-net.org or 585-394-8260.

We will also have a mini-CE session on creating a positive user experience at the circ desk. "

OWWLUG
Event Type: Meeting
Date: 12/12/2008
Start Time: 10:00 AM
End Time: 12:00 PM
Location: Large Meeting Room
Description: OWWL User Group meeting

Public Library Director needed

Job posting ~
Public Library Director

The Trustees of Guernsey Memorial Library in Norwich, N.Y. are seeking an innovative, highly motivated and resourceful Library Director to serve as a full time director beginning February 1, 2009, or as soon as possible, thereafter. The director is responsible for the ongoing operation of a library with 23 full and part-time employees, a budget of $1M, circulation of over 178,000, and a collection of over 76,000 items, serving a population of 13,500+.

Qualifications: Must have an ALA recognized MLS and at least five years experience in a supervisory position with fiscal responsibility.

Job Description: This is a Library Director I position as described in the NYS Civil Service Library Director’s position description, with excellent benefits.

Salary: $48,000 $55,000, commensurate with experience.

Closing Date: January 15, 2009

Applicants must have:

·

Strong written and oral communication skills.

·

Considerable knowledge of current technology and ability to use computers and software to conduct database searches, spreadsheet management, word processing and cataloging.

·

Be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.

·

Foster a team environment and committed to staff development and performance management.

·

Effective fiscal management skills, and experience with developing a library budget.

·

Ability to develop strategic planning and implementation.

Resumes, including three (3) references, should be submitted to:

Debra Deforest, Director of HR
City of Norwich Civil Service Commission
1 City Plaza
Norwich, NY 13815