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document.write('<p class="rss-title"><a class="rss-title" href="http://joblist.ala.org/News/index.cfm" target="_self">Selected ALA Job Listings</a><br /><span class="rss-item">ALA JobLIST - Job Information</span></p>');
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document.write('<li class="rss-item"><a class="rss-item" href="http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=14391" title="Director (Shorewood-Troy Public Library, Illinois) &lt;br /&gt; The Shorewood-Troy Public Library District has a remarkable opportunity for an experienced or an aspiring public library director who can lead the library in long range planning, passing a re..." target="_self">Director (Shorewood-Troy Public Library)</a><br />');
document.write('Director (Shorewood-Troy Public Library, Illinois) <br /> The Shorewood-Troy Public Library District has a remarkable opportunity for an experienced or an aspiring public library director who can lead the library in long range planning, passing a referendum, and building a new library. We seek an outgoing and creative library director to provide strategic vision and leadership; someone who excels at building partnerships, articulating and promoting the library?s mission, mentoring and empowering staff, and collaborating with other area government and social agencies. We require a strong manager who is financially astute. Are you up to the challenge?<br><br> A growing district, the Shorewood-Troy Public Library is 45 miles southwest of Chicago with a population of 18,332, the library has an excellent staff, a collection of over 54,876 items, and an annual circulation of nearly 72,000. The staff consists of 30 employees (8 FTEs) and the library?s annual operating budget is $1,825,860.<br><br> Minimum Qualifications: MLS from an ALA-accredited library education program, plus 7 years professional public library experience with demonstrated management ability in administration, budgeting, planning, fundraising, and supervision. The successful candidate will have experience with referenda and building programs, a strong philosophy of customer service, the ability to attract and maintain a talented staff, and embrace the library?s values, including innovation, trust, and staff participation.<br><br> Salary: Starting at $65,000, depending on qualifications.<br><br> Send cover letter and resume, preferably by email, by March 19, 2010 to Miriam Pollack at Miriam Pollack & Associates, 1066 Shermer Road, Northbrook, IL 60062. <A HREF=\"mailto:miriampollack@comcast.net\">miriampollack@comcast.net</A>');
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document.write('<li class="rss-item"><a class="rss-item" href="http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=14331" title="Adult Services Supervisor (Naperville Public Library, Illinois) &lt;br /&gt; Naperville Public Library is seeking an energetic Adult Services Supervisor for the 95th Street facility. Prior management/supervisory experience, excellent communication &amp; i..." target="_self">Adult Services Supervisor (Naperville Public Library)</a><br />');
document.write('Adult Services Supervisor (Naperville Public Library, Illinois) <br /> Naperville Public Library is seeking an energetic Adult Services Supervisor for the 95th Street facility. Prior management/supervisory experience, excellent communication & interpersonal skills, strong analytical & collaborative skills are critical. ALA accredited Master of Library Science Degree is required. Naperville Public Library-Ten-time HAPLAR #1 Public Library, 5 star rated library & ?2009 Chicago?s 101 Best & Brightest Companies to work for? offers competitive pay & benefits & medical, dental, IMRF retirement & life insurance.<br><br> For more information: contact 630-637-2227 and visit our website. A completed employment application, cover letter, resume, three professional referral contacts and copy of MLS Degree and/or transcripts should be submitted to our HR Dept via email, fax, postal service or walk in by 2.12.2010.');
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document.write('<li class="rss-item"><a class="rss-item" href="http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=14288" title="Library Director (Six Mile Regional Library District, Illinois) &lt;br /&gt; LIBRARY DIRECTOR&lt;br&gt; Six Mile Regional Library District&lt;br&gt; (Granite City, IL)&lt;br&gt; The Board of Trustees of the Six Mile Regional Library District seeks an ener..." target="_self">Library Director (Six Mile Regional Library District)</a><br />');
document.write('Library Director (Six Mile Regional Library District, Illinois) <br /> LIBRARY DIRECTOR<br> Six Mile Regional Library District<br> (Granite City, IL)<br> The Board of Trustees of the Six Mile Regional Library District seeks an energetic leader to serve as District Director. The Six Mile Regional Library District serves the communities of Granite City, Mitchell, and Pontoon Beach. Located approximately 10 miles from downtown St. Louis, MO with a population of 46,088, Granite City provides the quality of life and sense of community usually found only in a small town, with the convenience of a larger metropolitan area.<br> The Director will be expected to:<br> *Improve on an already high level of public library service.<br> *Provide superior leadership, administrative, and organizational skills.<br> *Be committed to participating in local community activities and events.<br><br> This opportunity requires an individual with the following attributes:<br> *Demonstrated passion for public library service.<br> *Superior fiscal, planning, and organizational skills.<br> *Personal integrity and a strong work ethic.<br><br> Additional Qualifications<br> *High-level administrative experience with financial (budget) responsibilities.<br> *Familiarity with Illinois Library tatutes.<br> *Understanding of current and emerging library technology and trends.<br><br> A Master of Library Science degree, from an ALA accredited school, is required. Library experience should be in an administrative or supervisory position with emphasis on fiscal management.<br> Experience with managing union staff and grant writing would be highly desirable.<br> Salary is negotiable depending on experience and qualifications. Excellent benefits and retirement package.<br> To apply, please submit the following by February 15, 2010:<br> 1. Letter of application<br> 2. Detailed resume<br> 3. Three professional references<br> Please send to Deborah Von Nida, Board President, Six Mile Regional Library District, 2001 Delmar Avenue, Granite City, IL 62040.');
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document.write('<li class="rss-item"><a class="rss-item" href="http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=14276" title="Digital Services Librarian (Loyola University Chicago, Illinois) &lt;br /&gt; Loyola University Chicago invites applications from enthusiastic, self-motivated librarians to join our team as Digital Services Librarian. This position provides expertise in c..." target="_self">Digital Services Librarian (Loyola University Chicago)</a><br />');
document.write('Digital Services Librarian (Loyola University Chicago, Illinois) <br /> Loyola University Chicago invites applications from enthusiastic, self-motivated librarians to join our team as Digital Services Librarian. This position provides expertise in creating, managing and preserving local digital collections. The position also works collaboratively with electronic resources librarians to support access to online databases, and full-text journals. The Digital Services Librarian reports to the Head of Library Systems.<br><br> See Loyola HR website (link in this ad) for more detailed job description. Only applications received through the Loyola HR website will be considered.');
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document.write('<li class="rss-item"><a class="rss-item" href="http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=14253" title="AMS Administrator (American Library Association, Illinois) &lt;br /&gt; A large, information-based professional association seeks a team-player to support its growing databases and applications.&lt;br&gt;&lt;br&gt; Responsibilities: This individual will h..." target="_self">AMS Administrator (American Library Association)</a><br />');
document.write('AMS Administrator (American Library Association, Illinois) <br /> A large, information-based professional association seeks a team-player to support its growing databases and applications.<br><br> Responsibilities: This individual will have two primary areas of responsibility: ALA?s Association Management Systems and related components, and Database Administration. The position components will include, but not be limited to, data integrity, data remediation, data manipulation, design and implementation of extensions to the Association Management Systems. This position will consult with customers regarding the creation of new reports or procedures working in iMIS and Clarus. Assist customers in data extraction and presentation of the data in a standardized format as well as developing a format to meet their needs, and increasing functionality of database applications. Maintain database servers and database/application interconnectivity, in particular interaction between the SQL databases and web applications. Will also be responsible for supporting the AMS desktop client.<br><br> Requirements: Bachelor?s degree, minimum of four years related experience, and at least two years experience with Microsoft SQL server and administration. Experience with Windows Server 2003/2008, database administration, including the following software applications: iMIS, Crystal Reports, and Microsoft SQL 2000/2005 (MySQL a plus). Must have a customer service attitude and the ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment with multiple projects and often shifting priorities.<br><br> Starting salary range from the mid 60s negotiable based on experience and qualifications. With a 35 hour work week, ALA has an excellent benefit package that includes paid vacation and a retirement annuity.<br><br> FOR CONSIDERATION:<br> Send resume, cover letter and salary history to:<br><br> American Library Association<br> Human Resources Department<br> Ref: dbaseadminITTS<br> 50 East Huron Street<br> Chicago, IL 60611<br> Fax: 312/280-5270<br> Email: <A HREF=\"mailto:mpullen@ala.org\">mpullen@ala.org</A><br><br> The American Library Association is an equal opportunity employer.');
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document.write('<li class="rss-item"><a class="rss-item" href="http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=14150" title="Systems Librarian/Library Technology Manager (Illinois Institute of Technology) &lt;br /&gt; The Paul V. Galvin Library, Illinois Institute of Technology (Chicago) is accepting applications for the position of Systems Librarian/Library Technology Manager...." target="_self">Systems Librarian/Library Technology Manager (Illinois Institute of Technology)</a><br />');
document.write('Systems Librarian/Library Technology Manager (Illinois Institute of Technology) <br /> The Paul V. Galvin Library, Illinois Institute of Technology (Chicago) is accepting applications for the position of Systems Librarian/Library Technology Manager. The librarian will be responsible for the design, implementation, and management of a broad range of information technology-based systems and services for the main library, three branch libraries, and university archives.<br><br> A full description of the position and details on the application process can be found at:<br><br> <A HREF=\"http://www.iitri.iit.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51117\" TARGET=\"new\">www.iitri.iit.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=51117</A>');
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document.write('<li class="rss-item"><a class="rss-item" href="http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=14122" title="Reference Services Coordinator (DePaul University Libraries, Illinois) &lt;br /&gt; The Reference Services Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and providing reference and research services to library users at the university?s Lincoln Pa..." target="_self">Reference Services Coordinator (DePaul University Libraries)</a><br />');
document.write('Reference Services Coordinator (DePaul University Libraries, Illinois) <br /> The Reference Services Coordinator is responsible for planning, coordinating, and providing reference and research services to library users at the university?s Lincoln Park and Loop Campus Libraries as well as remote users, utilizing a variety of resources including print and electronic information sources. Provides leadership in developing reference and information services to meet the needs of the university community. Organizes and directs a staff of reference librarians at multiple campuses and works closely with faculty and students. To view a full description and to submit an application, please use the link below.');
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document.write('<li class="rss-item"><a class="rss-item" href="http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=14095" title="Reference and Instruction Librarian (Lewis University, Illinois) &lt;br /&gt; The Reference and Instruction Librarian reports to the Library Director and is responsible for providing a variety of professional librarian services, including, but not limited..." target="_self">Reference and Instruction Librarian (Lewis University)</a><br />');
document.write('Reference and Instruction Librarian (Lewis University, Illinois) <br /> The Reference and Instruction Librarian reports to the Library Director and is responsible for providing a variety of professional librarian services, including, but not limited to: 1) assisting users with information location and retrieval, 2) library instruction and promoting information literacy, 3) liaison work with faculty, and 4) collection development and collection management activities. In absence of the Circulation Supervisor, the Reference and Instruction Librarian is also responsible for the supervision and management of student workers.<br><br> Responsibilities include:<br> Responsible to model the University Mission through dedicated job performance, service excellence to constituencies, respectful collaboration and active support of the university?s Mission and Catholic and Lasallian higher education.<br> -Provide reference and instruction services.<br> -Shape and deliver traditional and cutting-edge reference services, such as chat, virtual reference, roving reference, and Web 2.0 applications.<br> -Develop new venues for delivering reference and instruction services to both on- and off-campus communities.<br> -Gather and analyze data to ensure an appropriate ongoing mix of services and resources that best support the research and instructional missions of the library and the university.<br> -Assist university faculty and administration with research, grant proposals, course instruction, and other projects.<br> -Participate in appropriate professional development activities to maintain knowledge of current reference resources and trends in information delivery.<br> -Assist in the planning and development of a state-of-the-art library instruction program.<br> -Participate in instructional activities to students, faculty, and staff in both course-related instruction and subject-specific research workshops. Provide individual instruction as requested.<br> -Contribute to and participate in information literacy initiatives.<br> -Provide one-on-one workshops for new RefWorks accounts.<br> -Serve as library liaison to one or more academic departments.<br> -Assist on collection decisions relating to the reference collection, general collection, video/DVD collection, periodicals collection, and electronic databases.<br> -Participate in collection development activities and collection management projects such as inventories, weeding, and shifting.<br> -Perform all duties associated with the opening and/or closing of the library.<br> -Supervise, coordinate and monitor the daily activities/duties of student workers in absence of the Circulation Supervisor.<br> -Other duties as assigned.<br><br> Requirements: Master?s degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited school. Familiarity with reference and instruction services in an academic library. Proficiency with current academic library technology and computer applications such as integrated library systems, course management software, Web 2.0 applications, Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office. Demonstrated understanding of emerging trends and technologies in information delivery. Demonstrated commitment to user-centered services. Evidence of initiative and innovation in library services. Excellent oral and written communication skills and project management skills. Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as a member of a team.');
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document.write('<li class="rss-item"><a class="rss-item" href="http://joblist.ala.org/modules/jobseeker/controller.cfm?rssjobid=14091" title="Director (The Highwood Public Library, Illinois) &lt;br /&gt; The Highwood Public Library seeks a creative full-time director. This individual will support and manage the day-to-operations for a library that serves a culturally diverse community. Superior..." target="_self">Director (The Highwood Public Library)</a><br />');
document.write('Director (The Highwood Public Library, Illinois) <br /> The Highwood Public Library seeks a creative full-time director. This individual will support and manage the day-to-operations for a library that serves a culturally diverse community. Superior computer, technology, organizational and communication skills are required. Grant writing, community outreach, space planning, and bilingualism are desired. Hours will include evening and weekends.<br><br> Inquiries and applicants:<br><br> Forward cover letter, resume and 3 references to Rebecca Marlowe, Secretary Board of Trustees at <A HREF=\"mailto:beccamarlowe@gmail.com\">beccamarlowe@gmail.com</A> No phone calls please.');
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