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CEC Weekly Job Postings 8/22/2008: Occupational Health Nurse/Health Educator at Liberty Mutual plus more than 60 new postings

Fri, 22 Aug 2008 12:44:06 -0500

Occupational Health Nurse/Health Educator (Liberty Mutual): Job Code 13800

Additional New Postings Include:

Management Training Program (Enterprise Rent-a-Car): 13825
Librarian (Westfield Public Schools): 13824
Technology Analyst (Merrill Lynch): 13826
MCAS English Teacher (Cambridge Housing Authority): 13784
Youth Development Coordinator (Science Club for Girls): 13785
Communications & PR Intern (AIDS Action Committee): 13787
Museum Intern (The Corwin House): 13790
National Editorial Assistant (Performer Publications, Inc.): 13808
Paralegal Specialist (Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency): 13810
Research Associate (Aberdeen Group): 13799

For a full job description and application information for these positions, please go to (http://careerlink.simmons.edu). For additional information about CareerLink, please contact the Career Educa

CareerNow! Blog: August 22 is National Punctuation Day

Thu, 21 Aug 2008 08:32:01 -0500

Hey, are you ready to celebrate National Punctuation Day? You may be asking who needs to rejoice over this special day. Well, besides everybody, the people with most cause to celebrate are clearly the students of the more literary fields such as English, Modern Languages and Literatures, and Children’s Literature. Or perhaps those with plans for entering the writing or publishing industry also want to take notice. However you qualify, the Career Resource Library (P304E) has the perfect way to honor this day set aside for periods, semicolons, hyphens, and question marks.

Career Resources for Children’s Literature, for English and Publishing, and Career Resources for Modern Languages.

Sample Book from the Liberal Arts Section:

I’m an English major—now what?: How English majors can find happiness, success, and a real job by Tim Lemire.

Sample Book from the Publishing/Writing Section:

Career opportunities in the publishing industry by Fred Yager & Jan Yager

We hope that these career resources will inspire you with regards to these very inspiring career paths. Happy writing and all the best!

blogged by Julie Waddick

Fall 2008 eLearning Courses Available August 25th

Wed, 20 Aug 2008 14:32:59 -0500

Every Fall 2008 Simmons course that is listed in the Simmons AARC system has a corresponding eLearning course site, available on http://my.simmons.edu/elearning. Simmons eLearning course sites associated with courses having an official start date of September 4th, 2008 will be live and available to students on August 25, 2008 at 8:00am EDT.

To our instructor and eLearning support community: Please direct all eLearning requests such as course section merging, custom start dates, additional instructors and teaching assistants tovthe eLearning support staff via email at elearning@simmons.edu. During the start of semester, these requests will take up to two business days to process, so please plan accordingly in advance.

Seeking Professional Opportunities Outside Your Comfort Zone

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:10:22 -0500

Diversity in the Workplace: Seeking Professional Opportunities Outside Your Comfort Zone - CareerNow! Weekly Blog

“Make the best of an unfavorable situation” is the advice Syliva Jimison gives for employees that are part of minority groups, in her recent article published in Diverse Issues in Higher Education. The article presents the testimonial of a black employee dealing with the (not so) subtle barriers in a homogeneous workplace. The author warns of the emotional toll that making the best of a difficult situation can be, and suggests that a strong “support system” is required in order to survive in environment where one is not quite comfortable.

Note: You will need to use your Simmons login to access this article off-campus.

Want more on this topic? Check out our eLibrary guide for ALANA Jobseekers (African, Latina, Asian, Native American).

blogged by Adrian Mitescu

8/18/08: 8 New GSLIS Jobs & Opportunities

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:07:22 -0500

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Full-time jobs:
Assistant Director/Adult & Reference Services - Dover, MA
Cataloguing Specialist - Worcester, MA
Library Assistant - Amherst, MA

Part-time jobs:
School Library Assistant - Middletown, RI
School Library Intern - Middletown, RI
Library Assistant II, Ginn Library - Tufts University
GSLIS CE Assistant
YA/Reference Librarian - Braintree, MA

YA/Reference Librarian - Braintree, MA

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:03:02 -0500

Institution: Thayer Public Library, Braintree
Position: Young Adult/Reference Librarian, part time temporary
Description:
The Thayer Public Library is searching for a librarian with expertise in young adult services. This is a new, temporary position, funded through June 2009. We are looking for a creative person who truly enjoys middle and high school aged children, and can attract them to our library through expanded collections, programs and services. The right candidate will be familiar and comfortable with ever changing technologies and media of interest to teens.

Duties:
Provides a dynamic and caring presence in the Young Adult Department for preteen and teen patrons; responsible for YA collection development; develops, promotes, and implements new programs to attract teens to the library such as book discussion groups and a Teen Advisory group; assists with the implementation of our LSTA Teens & Tweens grant; provides reference coverage when needed; participates in library management team and technology team; other duties as assigned by the Director.

Qualifications:
MLS degree plus one (1) year of relevant professional experience preferably in a public library required, though we are willing to consider an MLS candidate who has completed most coursework. Knowledge of Windows operating systems, Microsoft Office applications, email, social networking software, comfort and familiarity with computer hardware and software applications required; library circulation/cataloging network applications preferred.

Salary:
$22.80 per hour to start; 19.5 hours per week; schedule to be determined will include some nights, afternoons, and Saturday afternoons.

Closing date:
September 5, 2008 or until filled.

Send resume, cover letter, and list of 3 references to:
Human Resources Department
Town of Braintree
One JFK Memorial Drive
Braintree, MA 02184

Library Assistant - Amherst, MA

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 12:00:23 -0500

Library Assistant
Posted: August 11, 2008
Search Status: Accepting Resumes

We are accepting applications for a Library Assistant to provide evening circulation supervision and interlibrary loan services.

The Assistant supervises student circulation assistants, provides interlibrary loan services and assists in general circulation services. He/she is responsible for evening coverage and security in the library, maintaining library materials in proper order, and maintaining the slide collection. Interlibrary loan responsibilities include processing requests for students, faculty and staff, and supplying other libraries with requested materials.

Position requires equivalent of a Bachelor’s degree, with course work in library services desirable. Two to three years of general library experience required. Experience in circulation, reserves or interlibrary loan preferred. Must be able to lift and carry fifty pounds. This is a full time, 12 month position with an academic year schedule of 2:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. weekdays; regular weekend work required.

We offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefit program. Send cover letter, resume and names/phone numbers of three professional references to:

Library Assistant Search
Human Resources Office
Hampshire College
Amherst, Massachusetts 01002

GSLIS CE Assistant

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 11:57:58 -0500

Title: GSLIS CE Assistant
Hours: 6-10/wk (would like someone who can work during semester breaks as well as during the semester)
Hourly rate: $11.00

Description:
The GSLIS CE Assistant works closely with the GSLIS CE program manager on a number of aspects of the CE program including registration data entry, mailing list maintenance, website updates, logistics for CE workshops, creation of workshop materials, and other tasks. The CE Assistant will also work on special projects such as survey design, database design (using Filemaker Pro), statistical analysis, and the creation of an online CE “store.”

Please send your resume to gslisce@simmons.edu and feel free to contact Kris Liberman, CE Program Director with any questions.

Library Assistant II, Ginn Library - Tufts University

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 11:53:28 -0500

LIBRARY ASSISTANT II - Ginn Library

This is a part-time position at 25 hours per week.

The Ginn Library provides research information services and resources to the School´s students, faculty, and staff. Ginn Library seeks an individual who gives great attention to detail to fill its available Library Assistant II position.

The Library Assistant II is responsible for a variety of areas that help maintain the efficiency of the library. Responsibilities include:
• Overseeing stack books shelving; training and supervising student shelvers; keeping periodical and newspaper shelves neat and in order; planning any required moves of books or materials;
• Web pages maintenance: International Relations links updating, Faculty Publications page, other links projects, as assigned;
• Special projects: these could include overseeing major relocation of stacks materials, weeding, and shelf reading, as well as assisting with overhaul of library web pages;
• Filing microfiche; updating loose leaf service reports;
• Bindery preparation: tracking which periodicals need binding and on what schedule; packing periodicals, dissertations, and other materials needing binding; inputting details into bindery´s software program; scheduling pick-ups for bindery; checking in returns from bindery;
• Shelving: picking up books and journals left throughout library and re-shelving reference books daily.

BASIC REQUIREMENTS:

High School diploma
One year of related experience
Experience with the programs of Microsoft Office Suite; facility with computers
Some physical work which entails lifting, moving books

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
A Bachelor´s degree preferred. Interested Library School students would be welcomed, but that status is not required. Attention to detail is extremely important. The selected candidate must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

PLEASE APPLY ONLINE AT: www.tufts.edu/hr/jobs

Tufts University is an AA/EOE employer and actively seeks candidates from diverse backgrounds.

Cataloguing Specialist - Worcester, MA

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 11:50:28 -0500

Goddard Library: Clark University
Cataloguing Specialist
Code: Grade H (replacement)

Library para-professional sought to catalog materials with both LC and non-LC member records in OCLC adhering to both national and local standards, and to oversee the receipt and handling of outsourced cataloged materials. Duties include: effectively searching complex automated library databases; assigning classification numbers and subject headings; providing improved access points and corrected series entries; keeping cataloging statistics; performing a variety of cataloging duties such as withdrawals, transfers, holdings updating, etc.; participate in other library and cataloging projects as needed and may carry responsibility in other library departments as well.

Applicants should have a bachelor’s degree and ability to conceptualize and/or analyze a variety of data/materials in a sophisticated library collection supporting university level studies and research; ability to master specialized training in library cataloging functions and use of systems; and ability to make decisions on cataloguing materials with minimal direction. Library experience, particularly in academic libraries and/or in cataloging strongly preferred. Must have top notch analytical, organizational, reasoning and problem solving skills; excellent communication skills; ability to interact effectively with a diverse group of people, and be customer service oriented.

35 hour/week position with starting rate of $13.15 - $14.00/hr depending on experience, with excellent benefits including 4 weeks vacation, health insurance, retirement plan, family tuition benefits, free use of campus fitness center, and many more.

Please e-mail cover letter and resume, with reference information to: resumes@clarku.edu

or mail to:
Clark University
Human Resources
950 Main St.
Worcester, MA 01610

AA/EOE Smoke-free workplace Minorities and women strongly encouraged to apply

Assistant Director/Adult & Reference Services - Dover, MA

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 11:46:35 -0500

Dover, MA Assistant Director/Adult and Reference Services, Dover Town Library.

QUAL: We are seeking a candidate with a Master of Library Science degree (MLS) from an accredited graduate school of library science, at least three years of library experience, including supervision, computer technology, automated systems and databases or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional library work is a must.

DUTIES: The Dover Town Library seeks an Assistant Library Director who will assist the Director with the daily operation of the library. The Assistant Director’s primary responsibilities include adult services; oversight of the library technology network ; all reference and readers’ advisory services; purchase, set-up, installation and troubleshooting of all hardware and software; planning and implementation of adult programs and book groups; dissemination of press releases and related publicity. Additional duties include website oversight; some collection development; circulation duties, including the oversight of part-time circulation staff and staff training; and other duties as the situations arise.

SALARY: Grade 9 with a starting hourly rate of $22.08 – $24.61

TO APPLY: Resume and cover letter by email to Charlotte Canelli, Director, ccanelli@minlib.net.

Charlotte Canelli
Library Director
Dover Town Library
Dover, MA
508-785-8118

DEADLINE: First consideration given to resumes received by September 1, 2008. Deadline is September 12, 2008.

School Library Intern - Middletown, RI

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 11:42:37 -0500

Job Title: Library Intern (Part-time)

The Library Intern is responsible for assisting students, faculty and staff with circulation and reference services at the Nathaniel P. Hill Library at St. George’s School in Middletown, RI. This is an 8 month position (10 hours/week) starting the week of October 6, 2008 and ending the week of April 27, 2009 and does not include benefits.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Contributes to the day to day operations of the Nathaniel P. Hill Library program
Promotes effective use of print and electronic library resources to the St. George’s community
Processes new books and magazines
Assists with processing of interlibrary loan requests
Collaborates with other library personnel on special projects including the creation and maintenance of LibGuides and collection development and maintenance projects

QUALIFICATIONS:

Prefer M.L.S. or M.L.I.S. candidate from an ALA-accredited program
Strong computer skills including working knowledge of automated circulation systems, electronic databases, and web-based resources
Ability to work efficiently and collaboratively in a busy environment and, at the same time, be able to work independently
Outstanding organizational, written and communication skills
Desire to learn new things
Be an enthusiastic advocate for the library and have an interest in promoting literacy
Commitment to customer service including a demonstrated ability to work effectively with high school students and faculty, staff and community members
Willingness to embrace the challenges of working in a boarding school environment
Ability to work afternoons and some evenings and weekend hours
Candidate must pass a nationwide criminal record check
Mustt be able to lift 40 lbs.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently

Send resume to Colleen Karpovitz by email:
colleen_karpovitz@stgeorges.edu

or fax 401-842-6774 or mail to:
St. George’s School
Human Resources Dept.
P.O. Box 1910
Newport, RI 02840

For questions, call tel. 401-842-6780

Web site: www.stgeorges.edu

School Library Assistant - Middletown, RI

Mon, 18 Aug 2008 11:38:25 -0500

Job Title: Library Assistant (Part-time)

The Library Assistant is responsible for assisting students, faculty and staff with circulation and reference services at the Nathaniel P. Hill Library at St. George’s School in Middletown, RI. This is a 9 month position (18 hours/week) starting the week of September 15th and ending the week of June 1st each year and does not include benefits.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Contributes to the day to day operations of the Nathaniel P. Hill Library program
Promotes effective use of print and electronic library resources to the St. George’s community
Processes new books and magazines
Assists with processing of interlibrary loan requests
Collaborates with other library personnel on special projects including the creation and maintenance of LibGuides and collection development and maintenance projects

QUALIFICATIONS:

Prefer M.L.S. or M.L.I.S. candidate from an ALA-accredited program
Strong computer skills including working knowledge of automated circulation systems, electronic databases, and web-based resources
Ability to work efficiently and collaboratively in a busy environment and, at the same time, be able to work independently
Outstanding organizational, written and communication skills
Desire to learn new things
Be an enthusiastic advocate for the library and have an interest in promoting literacy
Commitment to customer service including a demonstrated ability to work effectively with high school students and faculty, staff and community members
Willingness to embrace the challenges of working in a boarding school environment
Ability to work afternoons and some evenings and weekend hours
Candidate must pass a nationwide criminal record check
Mustt be able to lift 40 lbs.
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English fluently

Send resume to Colleen Karpovitz by email:
colleen_karpovitz@stgeorges.edu

or fax 401-842-6774

or mail to:
St. George’s School
Human Resources Dept.
P.O. Box 1910
Newport, RI 02840

For questions, call tel. 401-842-6780

Web site: www.stgeorges.edu

8/12/08: 19 New GSLIS Jobs & Opportunities

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 12:22:06 -0500

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Full-time jobs:
Manager of Circulation Services, Staff Assistant - Amherst, MA
Library Technical Assistant, Periodicals - Manchester, NH
Research Associate - Waltham, MA
Librarian/Archivist/Editor/Webmaster - NYC

Part-time jobs:
Assistant Librarian I, User Services - Newton, MA
Information Services Assistant, Regis College Library - Weston, MA
Legal Case Filer/Library Clerk - Boston, MA
Library Media Assistant - Hopedale, MA
PT Evening Circulation Manager - MassArt
Library Assistant (Temp) - Williamstown, MA
Manuscript Librarian - Brown University
Library Assistant - Marlborough, MA
Archives Assistant at Emerson College (Part-time, 15 hrs/wk)
nformation Center Library Assistant - Jamaica Plain, MA
Maintenance Document Management Intern (Paid) - Boston, MA
Part-time Weekend Library Building Supervisor - Dudley, MA
Student Assistant - Collection Services, Beatley Library
PT Library Circulation Clerk - Wayland, MA

Opportunities:
Internship - TD Banknorth Garden

PT Library Circulation Clerk - Wayland, MA

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 12:18:15 -0500

Non-Professional Circulation Position

Part-Time Library Circulation Clerk: The Wayland Public Library is seeking a person to perform automated circulation tasks and assist with public services at our busy circulation desks.

Schedule: one evening a week, every other Sunday, and two Saturdays a month. Availability to substitute during weekdays and evenings would be ideal.

Previous circulation work preferred. Familiarity with computers preferred. Experience with III Millennium Circulation a plus.

Hourly rate is dependent on experience; Step I is $13.87per hour.

If interested, please send resume or call:
Ann Knight, Director(aknight@minlib.net)
Wayland Public Library
5 Concord Road
Wayland, MA 01778
508-358-2311
www.waylandlibrary.org

Student Assistant - Collection Services, Beatley Library

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 12:06:02 -0500

The Collections Services Department at the Beatley Library is looking for a student assistant (or two).

Job Title: Acquisitions Student Assistant
No of Openings: 1 or 2
Office hours: M-F, 8:30-4:30
Hours per Week: 9-16
Wage/Salary: $12 per hour
Employment Start Date: 09/04/08
Supervisor: John Rodzvilla/ Terri-Leigh Hinkle

Job Description:
This position will provide support to the Acquisitions team in the Simmons College library. This is a part-time position for someone interested in learning more about a Technical Services department in an academic library.

The hours are flexible, but need to be during our operating hours of 8:30- 4:30, Monday- Friday

The main tasks for this position are:
• Opening boxes containing ordered library materials (some light lifting may be involved)
• Distributing received items to appropriate locations
• Receiving ordered materials via local acquisitions system
• Ordering library materials via bibliographic utility & local acquisitions system
• Processing gifts
• Participation in special projects
• Helping maintain the localize Wiki for the Acquisitions department

Qualifications required:
• GSLIS student
• Detail-oriented
• Strong service attitude
• Computer experience

Qualifications preferred:
• Familiarity with reading OCLC records
• Basic understanding of cataloging concepts and terminology

Application Instructions:
Contact John Rodzvilla, Library Assistant, Technical Services, john.rodzvilla@simmons.edu. Please include resume as Word or PDF attachment.

Part-time Weekend Library Building Supervisor - Dudley, MA

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 12:02:39 -0500

Position Available: Part-time Weekend Library Building Supervisor

Duties:
Nichols College (Dudley, MA) has a 10 hour a week position available for a weekend Library Building Supervisor during fall and spring semesters (excluding holidays and vacations). This position is responsible for the orderly functioning of the library during assigned hours, including opening and/or closing library, turning on and off lights and equipment, check out/in circulating and reserve materials.

Hours: 1-5pm on Saturdays, 12:30-6:30pm Sundays.

Qualifications:
Bachelors degree preferred or a combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and skills are acquired. Must be able to maintain assigned schedule, able to deal courteously with library patrons, exercise sound discretion/judgment, and congenially enforce library policies. Excellent customer service orientation. Preference given to applicants who have library degree or are working towards one. Will train as needed.

Salary: $11.40/hour

Send:
Please send letter of application, resume and three reference contacts to:

Jim Douglas, Director
Conant Library, Nichols College
127 Center Road
Dudley, MA 01571

Email: jim.douglas@nichols.edu

Fax: 508.213.2323

Maintenance Document Management Intern (Paid) - Boston, MA

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:53:29 -0500

Maintenance Document Management Intern

Purpose: To provide the Metro Maintenance staff of the MWRA ( Massachusetts Water Resources Authority )easy access to facility documentation necessary for their field work, while coordinating with existing and future document management systems.

Supervision Received
Works under the direction of the Sr. Project Manager, Metro Trades and the Library Supervisor .

Essential duties:

Analyze the Metro Maintenance reference document collection, users needs, and existing related databases.
Use existing database tables if necessary to add terms to the MS Access catalog.
Check Maintenance documents against existing catalog records, label and arrange on shelf, and catalog unlisted documents.
Develop MS Access interface screens to meet needs of users. Set up user instructions, signage and check-out system.

Qualifications:

Enrollment in a Library Science Masters Degree Program
MS Access course work or extensive MS Access database experience.
Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
Attention to detail and good organizational skills.

Other Information:

Paid internship
Blue Line accessibility
Work place is in Chelsea Mass, 5. Griffin Way (off Eastern Ave.)
20 hours/week, flexible scheduling.

Application Process:

Explore http://www.mwra.com/ to learn more about the MWRA
Send a cover letter and resume to:
Rebecca Kenney
Library Supervisor
Rebecca.kenney@mwra.state.ma.us
MWRA
100 First Avenue
Boston, MA 02116

Librarian/Archivist/Editor/Webmaster - NYC

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:44:27 -0500

Job Opening

Where: The Union League Club
38 East 37th Street
New York, New York 10016

Position: Librarian / Archivist / Editor / Webmaster

Job Description: Oversight of the Club’s 15,000 volume Library, art collection, website and archives. Production responsibility for monthly newsletter and annual book.

Day to Day:

The Library is operated as an amenity for the membership. Roughly 10% of the Club’s 1,500 members make use of the Library regularly, primarily as a source of current fiction and non-fiction, and to a lesser extent as a research facility.
The Librarian is responsible for purchasing, lending and cataloguing.
The Librarian reports to the General Manager and to a Committee of interested members which meets monthly.
The Librarian, at the direction of the Committee, organizes literary evenings, roughly ten times per year, where authors address the membership in a social setting.
The Librarian edits and publishes the Club’s annual Blue Book which contains house rules, Club history, membership roster and committee reports.
The Librarian also coordinates production of an eight page monthly newsletter advising the membership of events taking place at the Club. The newsletter is published both on paper and via the Club’s web site.
The Librarian maintains the established web site and posts new information and photographs on a regular basis.
The Librarian is also charged with imposing some order on our Club archives, which includes paper files, ephemera, photographs, and some other media. The project has been started, but needs attention and commitment to carry through to create an organized, usable, and well-preserved collection in time for the Club’s upcoming 150th anniversary.

Surroundings: Glorious.

Desirable Qualifications: Complete command of English. Enthusiasm. Microsoft Word, Quark or similar. MLS preferred but not required.

Salary: Commensurate with ability to contribute. Medical insurance.

Please email resume and salary requirements to:
Duncan C. Burns
General Manager
The Union League Club
38 East 37th Street
New York, New York 10016
dburns@unionleagueclub.org

Video Archivist Internship - TD Banknorth Garden

Tue, 12 Aug 2008 11:36:31 -0500

Video Archivist Internship

The TD Banknorth Garden is looking for a highly motivated full-time or part-time intern to archive our vast collection of video tapes, digital files, and other media spanning decades of Boston sports and other events. The student will be asked to organize and catalog our collection and to convert the most pertinent material to a High Definition digital format available to our game day production staff.

Must have strong organizational skills and be able to work independently. Flexible hours (preferably early mornings, weekends, or overnight).

This is an unpaid internship, and applicants must receive be receiving college or graduate school credit. Interested candidates should contact me via phone or email.

Fred Bowen
Control Room Producer
TD Banknorth Garden
100 Legends Way
Boston, MA 02114
(617)624-1259
fbowen@dncboston.com