Library Jobs in Alaska

Updated: Thursday, 21-Aug-2008 17:41:44 MDT

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This is a listing of library-related jobs that are available in Alaska. If you are interested in one of these positions, please contact the agency directly. AkLA is unable to forward application materials. To Submit a job announcement for publication on the AkLA site send an email message to webdeveloper@akla.org

For official information about relocating to Alaska check the State of Alaska relocation site.

*Disclaimer: Efforts are made to maintain a current job announcements page, however, it is the applicant's responsibility to check with institutions advertising positions with open review dates prior to submitting applications.

Library Jobs in Alaska (MLIS)

Instruction and Reference Librarian
Full-time tenure-track faculty appointment
Consortium Library, University of Alaska Anchorage
Posted August 14th, 2008

Collections and Connections: Engaging our Communities

The Consortium Library at the University of Alaska Anchorage is recruiting for an innovative and technologically adept Instruction and Reference Librarian with a strong commitment to user education and services. Both entry-level and experienced librarians are encouraged to apply.

Position Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will serve as instruction, reference, and collection development liaison to the English Department programs and the Creative Writing and Literary Arts programs. Liaisons provide leadership in planning, developing, delivering, and assessing library services for their respective programs. Outreach to academic programs is a significant component of this position.

Instruction and Reference Librarians provide lectures and workshops in library research strategies to classes in their disciplines, as well as instruction for General Education Requirements (GER) and developmental courses. Instruction responsibilities include actively promoting, developing, and delivering face-to-face and distance instruction in various formats. This position participates in a teaching rotation for two credit courses: LS 101 (Library Resources and Information Retrieval) and LS 211 (Library Research in the 21st Century).

Reference work includes traditional and online reference in the sciences, social sciences, and humanities, as well as in-depth assistance/research consultation by appointment for liaison areas.

Hours for these activities will include days, nights and weekends.

Collection development activities include collaborating with the Head of Collection Development and other liaisons to build digital and print collections in support of teaching, learning, and research. Responsibilities include selecting materials, reviewing and weeding collections, and seeking opportunities for additional funding for collections.

The Instruction and Reference Services department is comprised of seven faculty librarians and the Head of Instruction and Reference. Each librarian serves as liaison to one or more academic programs. With two computer classrooms in a modern library facility, demand for library instruction sessions has grown significantly. Instruction program development includes the following tools: Blackboard, Elluminate Live!, Flash, Captivate, and Camtasia. Goals for the library instruction program are to enhance and diversify face-to-face and web-based instructional offerings in support of information literacy across the curriculum. Projects planned or underway include: exploration of opportunities for both course-integrated library instruction and culturally relevant teaching methods; a partial redesign of the library’s website to incorporate learning objects at point of need; a redesign of the framework for LS101; and building additional partnerships with academic programs.

This position reports to the Head of Instruction and Reference Services in the Consortium Library and serves on a variety of committees and teams relating to library planning and management. This position is a tenure track faculty appointment, and the successful candidate will be expected to meet all library faculty requirements for tenure and promotion.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

MLS from ALA-accredited institution or foreign equivalent
Undergraduate or advanced degree in English, Literature, Rhetoric, Languages, Creative Writing, or related discipline/work experience
Library work experience
Knowledge of reference and library instruction services as demonstrated through coursework and/or experience
Experience with current library technologies

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

Experience with print and electronic resources in the humanities

· Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively in a project-oriented environment

· Collection development experience

· Experience integrating web-based services into library reference and instruction (e.g., tutorials, instant messaging, web conferencing, etc.)

· Public or customer service experience

· Experience working in an academic library or research institute

SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary: minimum $60K annually; excellent health and life insurance; tuition waiver benefits; represented by bargaining unit.

TO APPLY:

All applications must be submitted online:

Go to www.uakjobs.com

Referring to PCN 305040, upload a cover letter of application, resume or curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, email, telephone and fax numbers of at least three references.

CLOSING DATE:

The screening committee will begin reviewing applications 9/15/ 2008. Applications will be accepted until the recruitment is closed. Candidates are encouraged to apply by the review date to receive full consideration.

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT UAA, APU, AND ANCHORAGE:

Winter and summer, Anchorage is full of opportunities to view spectacular scenery and wildlife, and to participate in abundant outdoor recreational activities. Anchorage and its surrounding communities also offer a full range of theatre, music, fine arts, and cultural events. Alaska has a vibrant and active statewide library community, with many opportunities for involvement.

Consortium Library: www.consortiumlibrary.org

University of Alaska Anchorage: www.uaa.alaska.edu

Alaska Pacific University: www.alaskapacific.edu

Municipality of Anchorage: www.muni.org

Alaska Library Association: www.akla.org

APPLICANTS needing reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process should contact Human Resource Services prior to the closing date. UAA is an AA/EO Employer and Educational Institution committed to diversity. Applicants must be eligible for employment under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 and subsequent amendments. Application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure.

University of Alaska Anchorage
Human Resource Services, ADM 245
3211 Providence Drive
Anchorage, AK 99508-8136,

Voice (907) 786-4608 - TTY (907) 786-1420 - Fax (907) 786-4727

Head of Library Systems Department
Full-time tenure-track faculty appointment
Consortium Library, University of Alaska Anchorage
Posted July 24th

RESPONSIBILITIES: The Head of Library Systems is responsible for the management, coordination, planning and implementation of the library’s various information systems and services. The Head of Library Systems is responsible for the effective delivery of the more than 190 licensed databases, 20,000 electronic journals and books and other web-based services. The Head of Library Systems oversees the technical support of the library’s local area network and office automation, authentication and security systems, hardware, software and networking configuration. This position identifies, evaluates, and recommends new technology/software applications to meet library needs and acts as the liaison to library system vendors and consultants. The Head of Library Systems is responsible for managing back up systems to archive and protect data, coordinates staff training in the use of systems, and creates documentation as necessary for system operations. The Head of Library Systems coordinates with the university’s Information Technology Services Department and relevant technology committees regarding issues affecting library resources and services and serves on library-wide and regional committees, task forces, and teams. This position may be assigned reference and subject liaison duties as part of the faculty workload.

The Head of Library Systems reports to the Dean of the Consortium Library and serves on key library management and planning teams. This position is a tenure-track faculty appointment, and will be expected to meet all library faculty requirements for tenure and promotion.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Broad knowledge of database applications, operating systems, server administration, and library systems.
• Ability to communicate verbally and in writing to technical and non-technical groups

EDUCATION REQUIRED: ALA-accredited MLS or equivalent.

LENGTH OF TIME AND TYPE OF EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
•           Experience with managing a mission critical website
•           Project management experience
•           Supervisory experience
•           At least three years experience with administering library systems

PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
•           Progressively responsible management experience including supervision and budget planning
•           Experience working with multi-site library or library cooperative systems
•           Knowledge of practices and trends in library systems (e.g., open URL access, federated searching, and electronic resource management software)
•           Knowledge of information architecture as evidenced by at least one system implementation
•           Knowledge of and experience with developing user interfaces for web and database applications using tools like usability research, focus groups, heuristic testing, team reviews, and other tools of user experience development.

SALARY & BENEFITS: Salary minimum $66,000 annually; excellent health and life insurance, and tuition waiver benefits; represented by bargaining unit.

TO APPLY:

All applications must be submitted online:
Go to http://www.uakjobs.com
Referring to library faculty position, PCN 305010, upload a cover letter of application, resume or curriculum vita, and the names, addresses, email, telephone and fax numbers of at least three references.

CLOSING DATE:
The screening committee will begin reviewing applications September 19, 2008. Applications will be accepted until the recruitment is closed. Candidates are encouraged to apply by the review date to receive full consideration.

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT UAA, APU, AND ANCHORAGE:

Anchorage offers spectacular scenery, the vast array of wildlife, and outdoor recreational activities. Additionally, the city offers a full range of theater, symphony and fine arts events held throughout the year. Summer is full of light while the winters are milder than in many other major US cities.

Consortium Library: consortiumlibrary.org/
SLED: Alaska’s Virtual Library: sled.alaska.edu/
University of Alaska Anchorage: www.uaa.alaska.edu/
Alaska Pacific University: www.alaskapacific.edu/
Municipality of Anchorage: www.muni.org

University of Alaska Anchorage
Human Resource Services, ADM 245
3211 Providence Drive
Anchorage, AK 99508-8136,
Voice (907) 786-4608 - TTY (907) 786-1420 - Fax (907) 786-4727

Information Systems Manager - Anchorage Museum Association
Anchorage - Posted May 12th

The Anchorage Museum has an immediate opening for a full-time Information Systems (IS) Manager. This position works under the direct supervision of the Chief Financial Officer. The Information Systems Manager is responsible for oversight of all aspects of the Information Technology (IT) Department to include hands-on oversight of network systems, hardware, and software infrastructure. He or she develops, coordinates and supports the Anchorage Museum’s IT infrastructure as well as protects company data assets by ensuring security, backups, redundancy, and reliability. The Information Systems Manager develops proactive plans to ensure the IT department capabilities correspond and support The Anchorage Museum’s business needs while providing users with the highest degree of performance and security. The incumbent services all areas of a dynamic information system network focusing both on day-to-day operations as well as setting and implementing long-term IT goals.

This position includes a competitive salary as well as a full benefit package including medical/dental/vision coverage, life and disability insurance, 401(a) and 403(b) investment plans and parking. Interested parties must submit a completed application and resume. Resumes must be accompanied by an application to be considered for the position. Applications and a complete job description are available at http://www.anchoragemuseum.org/about/aboutus_employment.aspx.

Position closes when filled

Working for the Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center and its support organization the Anchorage Museum Association means working with dynamic people and doing meaningful work for Anchorage's premier cultural hallmark.

Interested parties must submit a completed application, along with resume and cover letter via email or via mail/fax to:

Anchorage Museum Association
ATTN: Jacquelyn B. Hoflich, SPHR
Human Resource Director
121 W. 7th Ave.
Anchorage, AK 99501

Phone: (907) 343-6110
Fax: (907) 343-6427

The Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center and Anchorage Museum Association are equal opportunity employers.

Library Jobs in Alaska (Paraprofessional)

Sorry, no paraprofessional jobs at this time.

Library Jobs in Alaska (Student)

Hiring for student assistants is an ongoing process on the three university campuses (University of Alaska Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Southeast)

Listings Outside Alaska

Pacific Northwest Library Association job site: http://www.pnla.org/jobs/

Washington Library Association's job site: http://www.wla.org/liblinks.html#jobs