Librarian 1 - Connecticut State Library, Hartford

Librarian 1 - Connecticut State Library, Hartford. Open To: Public; Position No.: 35076; Unit: History and Genealogy; Location: 231 Capitol Ave, Hartford CT; Schedule: Full Time – Monday through Friday with Rotating Saturdays; Hours: 8 hour days; 40 hour workweek ; Salary: $59,585 (AR22); Closing Date: November 13, 2013 by 4pm (no exceptions). The preferred candidate will have knowledge of Connecticut history; knowledge of and experience using published and electronic format genealogical research tools; experience working with diverse patrons groups; and experience working in a multidisciplinary library environment. Example of duties: Assisting patrons in locating and obtaining information, in person, on the telephone, through correspondence, email or other electronic platforms; conducting research in response to patron inquiries; providing information on library activities, facilities, rules and services; explaining and assisting in use of library equipment; working effectively and collaboratively with other library staff; may plan and direct or carry out special projects; may create and contribute content to Library web page; may conduct workshops; may serve as liaison to library groups and organizations; may compile reports and statistics; may supervise and/or train paraprofessional, clerical staff or summer work staff; and performing related duties as required. The official job specification of Librarian 1 may be viewed at: http://das.ct.gov/HR/JobspecNew/JobDetail.asp?FCC=5968. The salary plan is available at: http://www.das.state.ct.us/HRDocs/CompPlans/AR%206%2018%202010.pdf. Minimum Qualifications Required Knowledge, Skill And Ability: Knowledge of professional principles and practices of library science including classification systems, reference sources and techniques, acquisition, cataloging and filing, bibliographic sources of information and library automation; knowledge of library administration principles and techniques; interpersonal skills; oral and written communication skills; ability to analyze and solve problems relating to library methods and procedures. Experience and Training: General Experience: A Master's degree in Library Science or Information Science from a library school accredited by the American Library Association. Application Instructions: Interested and qualified candidates who meet the above experience and training requirements should submit a cover letter that describes your interest and suitability for the position, resume and application for Examination or Employment (Form CT-HR-12 at http://www.das.state.ct.us/cr1.aspx?page=13 ) to: Deborah Craig, Human Resources Specialist, Department of Administrative Services, Small Agency Resource Team – SmART Unit, 165 Capitol Avenue, 5th Floor East, Hartford, Connecticut 06106. Confidential Fax: (860) 622-4921 (preferred method of submission) OR Email to DAS.HR.SMART@ct.gov, MUST include Lib 1, 35076 (last name) in subject line. The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities and persons with disabilities. Position filled pending clearance of SEBAC/Re-Employment lists.

Legislative Librarian - Connecticut General Assembly, Hartford

Legislative Librarian - Connecticut General Assembly’s nonpartisan Office of Legislative Research seeks one full-time legislative librarian (Hartford). Primary responsibilities are cataloging, indexing, and reference. This is an entry level position. Requires superior oral and written communication abilities; sound judgment; attention to detail; and excellent personal relations skills. Must be able to work under pressure and be willing to work overtime during legislative sessions. Working knowledge of Microsoft applications preferred. MLS required. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience. The beginning salary for a candidate is $52,151. Send résumé and cover letter by October 1, 2013 to: Selection Committee, Office of Legislative Research, Room 5300, Legislative Office Building, Hartford, CT 06106; Fax to 860-240-8881; or email to olrlibapplicant@cga.ct.gov. No phone inquiries please. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Library Aide (part time) - Connecticut State Library, Hartford

Library Aide (part time) - Connecticut State Library (Hartford) seeks a part-time Library Aide to work in the State Archives. 30 hours/week. $14.58/hour. Closing date is September 16, 2013. For complete job description and application instructions see: http://das.ct.gov/HRDocs/JobsExams/Job_posting___CSL_Lib_Aide__pcn_34985.pdf.

Librarian - The Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain

Librarian - The Hospital of Central Connecticut, New Britain, offers you the opportunity to team up with bright, motivated people like yourself who share your values, enjoy a sensible work/life balance and make a real difference in the lives of others. For over one hundred years, the Hospital has remained committed to its mission of delivering outstanding patient care to the central Connecticut community. The Hospital of Central Connecticut is actively seeking a Librarian (30 Hours/week) to join the staff of the Health Sciences Library. Job responsibilities to include the following: Provide advanced information services, including evidence-based research and document delivery using multiple online databases to library patrons. Conduct orientation sessions and individual and group library instruction. Responsible for processing and cataloging new items in the collection. Working in collaboration with the Library Manager, supporting departmental planning, collection development, program development and evaluation, and outreach. All other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications: M.L.S. [ALA-accredited] and 1 year of experience, preferably in a health sciences library. Requires advanced knowledge of several computer-based information retrieval systems (e.g., MEDLINE, OVID, CINAHL) and the Internet. Knowledge of the National Library of Medicine (NLM) classification system and nomenclature (MeSH). At The Hospital of Central Connecticut, we take pride in our outstanding staff. We strive for the perfect balance of career and lifestyle. So we’ve created an environment with a healthy respect for you, your career and your life. Each member of our staff, regardless of where they work, contributes to fulfilling our mission of excellence in the delivery of health care, education, and research. The Hospital of Central Connecticut is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For more information about this position and to apply online, please go to http://thocc.org/jobs/.

Librarian 1, Reference Services - Connecticut State Library, Hartford

Librarian 1, Reference Services - Connecticut State Library, Hartford. The Connecticut State Library has an opening for a Librarian 1, Reference services. Examples of Duties: Assisting patrons in locating and obtaining information in person, by telephone, correspondence, email or other electronic platforms; conducting research in response to patron inquiries; contribute content to the Library’s web page; providing information on library equipment, facilities, rules and services. The preferred candidate will have knowledge of Connecticut legal and legislative procedures; knowledge of print and electronic legal research tools; experience utilizing software applications to improve patron services, and experience working with diverse patron groups in a multidisciplinary library environment. Experience and Training: An ALA-accredited master’s degree in Library Science or Information Science. The full posting may be viewed here: http://das.ct.gov/HRDocs/JobsExams/Job_Posting_Librarian1_35051.pdf. Application Instructions: Interested and qualified candidates who meet the above experience and training requirements should submit a cover letter that describes your interest and suitability for the position, resume and application for Examination or Employment (Form CT-HR-12 at http://www.das.state.ct.us/cr1.aspx?page=13 ) by July 28, 2013 to: Deborah Craig, Human Resources Specialist, Department of Administrative Services, Small Agency Resource Team – SmART Unit, 165 Capitol Avenue, 5th Floor East, Hartford, Connecticut 06106. Confidential Fax: (860) 622-4921 (preferred method of submission). The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

*UPDATED* Librarian 2 - Middletown Library Service Center

Librarian 2 - Middletown Library Service Center. Schedule: Full Time – Monday through Friday. Hours: 8 hour days; 40 hour workweek. Salary: $60,593 (AR23). Closing Date: July 26, 2013 at 4pm. CSL, Division of Library Development is seeking an enthusiastic, innovative, social media savvy candidate with one year post-graduate professional experience in library services. As part of a team, the candidate will be able to strategically respond to the rapid growth in the availability of online/virtual services, web presence and social media and supporting the CT library community needs. Candidate will work cooperatively with the Division team to foster a community service environment that harnesses technology creatively to deliver information, resources and services. The preferred candidate will be familiar with professional library work including cataloging activities and workflows; coordination of circulation tasks; administrative tasks and is able to oversee the daily operations of a small library service center in the absence of the director and consultant. The candidate will also coordinate the continuing education calendar and related duties for the division. Examples of Duties: Performs most complex related duties in providing consultant services to public, institutional and agency libraries and library groups; coordinates and maintains continuing education calendar; maintains division social media applications; performs communication and training support; responsible for administrative tasks as related to continuing education classes; coordinates webinar offerings, registrations and publicity; participates in web presence committees; performs copy cataloging of professional materials; may be assigned to staff development projects; may conduct workshops; may serve as liaison to groups and organizations; may be assigned to special projects requiring a high level of professional library duties as directed by the State Librarian; performs related duties as required. Minimum Qualifications: Knowledge of professional principles and practices of library science including classification systems; reference sources and techniques; knowledge of library administration principles and techniques; interpersonal skill; oral and written communication skills; ability to analyze and solve problems relating to library methods and procedures; computer skills. Experience and Training: General Experience: A Master's degree in Library Science or Information Science from a library school accredited by the American Library Association AND one year of post graduate degree experience in a relevant area of professional library work. Special Requirements: 1. The State Librarian may determine other advanced educational degrees equivalent to the MLS degree based on staffing needs. 2. Incumbents of this class may be assigned to special projects requiring advanced level professional library duties as directed by the State Librarian. The official job specification may be viewed at: http://das.ct.gov/HR/JobspecNew/JobDetail.asp?FCC=5989. The salary plan is available at: http://www.das.state.ct.us/HRDocs/CompPlans/AR%206%2018%202010.pdf. Application Instructions: Interested and qualified candidates who meet the above experience and training requirements should submit a cover letter that describes your interest and suitability for the position, resume and application for Examination or Employment (Form CT-HR-12 at http://www.das.state.ct.us/cr1.aspx?page=13) to: Deborah Craig, Human Resources Specialist, Department of Administrative Services, Small Agency Resource Team – SmART Unit, 165 Capitol Avenue, 5th Floor East, Hartford, Connecticut 06106. Confidential Fax: (860) 622-4921 (preferred method of submission). The State of Connecticut is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer and strongly encourages the applications of women, minorities and persons with disabilities. Position filled pending clearance of SEBAC/Re-Employment lists.

Project Coordinator for the Connecticut Digital Newspaper Project - Connecticut State Library, Hartford

Project Coordinator for the Connecticut Digital Newspaper Project - Connecticut State Library, Hartford. A project coordinator, to be based out of the Connecticut State Library, is sought to supervise the Connecticut Digital Newspaper Project a project funded by a grant from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) to digitize 100,000 pages of microfilmed Connecticut newspapers. This is a 35 hour per week, contracted position, with modest travel required within Connecticut and annual trips to Washington D.C. Ideally, the start date is November 1, 2013 and the position will continue through September 30, 2015. Compensation will depend upon experience and level of involvement and compensation shall not exceed $140,000 over 22 months. Benefits are not included. Under the direction of the Project Co-Director (Jane F. Cullinane) the Project Coordinator will: Manage project staff and coordinate project workflow; Train and supervise Project Library Technical Assistant; Develop and document procedures and oversee selection, digitization, metadata capture, OCR, workflow control, quality control and related activities; Develop and maintain tracking system for microfilm and deliverables; Work with vendors to ensure high quality deliverables; Confirm bibliographic completeness and perform technical analysis of microfilm; Validate scanned images and metadata; Work with Project Cataloger and the Serials Librarian to maintain project database; Work with Project Co-Director as project spokesperson and participate in publicity efforts, such as the website, blogging and representing the project at meetings; Work with Project Co-Director to manage project budget; Deliver progress reports on specified semi-annual schedule; Other duties as assigned. Required Experience and Qualifications: Master’s degree from an ALA-accredited school or foreign equivalent; At least 3 years of relevant experience; Solid understanding of digitization and/or conversion projects; Experience with XML and standard metadata schemas (non-MARC and MARC) and principles governing standards in digital libraries; Experience with quality control of digital projects; Project management experience; Must have a valid driver’s license. Desirable Experience and Qualifications: Knowledge of microfilming procedures, especially newspaper microfilming; Knowledge of newspapers or serials, and ability to assess complex relationships between titles; Demonstrated ability to pay attention to detail; Equally important are strong interpersonal and oral and written communication skills, the ability to analyze and solve problems; the ability to work with a variety of people; flexibility and willingness to shift priorities according to current needs. Some travel is required. Additional Information: Connecticut Digital Newspaper Project: http://www.ctstatelibrary.org/cdnp. National Endowment for the Humanities National Digital Newspaper Program: http://www.neh.gov/divisions/preservation/national-digital-newspaper-program. LC Technical guidelines. http://www.loc.gov/ndnp/guidelines/NDNP_201315TechNotes.pdf. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume by July 19, 2013, preferably by email. We hope to receive positive news about the grant application in late July or early August and then will begin interviews as soon as possible. The successful candidate will be asked to sign a Personal Services Agreement (a contract) with the State of Connecticut for his or her services. Ideally the position will begin Nov. 1, 2013. Email or mail cover letter and resume to: Jane F. Cullinane, Preservation and Digital Projects Librarian, Connecticut State Library, 231 Capitol Ave., Hartford CT 06106-1537, 860-757-6524, fax 860-757-6559, Jane.Cullinane@ct.gov.