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This page last updated 07-May-2008
Florida Hospital Medical Library (Orlando, FL)
Medical Librarian (Position available July 7, 2008)
Responsibilities include: Providing reference services to library users; searching and evaluating medical databases and resources; cataloging and maintaining print materials, including bindery; maintaining online catalog; assisting library users with usage of library databases; participating in orientation and training activities; troubleshooting and maintaining library equipment, such as scanners, printers, copiers, etc.; assisting library manager with special tasks, as assigned.
Required: Strong computer and organizational skills; excellent interpersonal and communication skills; online searching skills.
Preferred: Knowledge of medical resources; proficiency with library technologies and databases (Ovid Medline, DOCLINE, OCLC, QuickDoc); at least 2 years experience in a medical library.
Education: MLS from ALA-accredited school.
To apply: Send a letter of interest and resume to Ann McDonald, Medical Library Manager, at the following email address: ann.mcdonald@flhosp.org. Also, please submit an application online at the Florida Hospital employment website. Go to http://www.floridahospital.com/employment/index.htm, and click on “Job Search.” Under “Jobs by Category,” select “Other Non-Clinical Professional” to find the Librarian position.
Mobile (AL) Public Library (2 positions)
Are you looking for a progressive, dynamic library system in which to spend your days? Do you want to work where you have the ability to exercise your creative talents? Do you want to work in a climate with an annual average temperature of 67.5 degrees and in a city that is overflowing with rich history and culture?
The Mobile Public Library is for you….
The Mobile Public Library in Mobile, Alabama (through the Mobile County Personnel Board) is currently accepting applications for Librarian I. A Librarian I performs professional library work in reference, children’s services, technical services or other specialized divisions.
Minimum qualification requirements include a master’s degree in library science or closely related field. The salary range for the Librarian I is $27,936 - $43,344 per year. Starting salary will be $27,936 - $30,804, depending on qualifications. Excellent benefits package, including Alabama State Retirement, 10 days annual vacation, with accrual up to 280 hours, 10 days sick leave per year with unlimited accrual, 12-14 holidays per year, BC/BS health and dental available, paid life insurance, employee credit union, periodic 5% increases based on merit, tax deferred compensation programs, dependent care spending account, health care spending account.
The Mobile Public Library is comprised of our Main Library in downtown Mobile and eight additional locations, located throughout Mobile County. Five of our eight branch locations opened, relocated or were built within the last four years. In downtown Mobile, the Main Library is undergoing an extensive renovation with completion expected in spring 2007 and our Parkway Branch has just recently been expanded to a much larger space.
Applications must be obtained from and returned to the Mobile County Personnel Board, 251-470-7727, 1809 Government Street, P.O. Box 66794, Mobile AL 36660. You may also visit the Personnel Board website at www.personnelboard.org for application forms and information.
For further information or questions, call Liana Barnett, Human Resources
Officer, at (251) 208-7107 or email her at hrmanager@mplonline.org. For more
information about the Mobile Public Library, visit our website, www.mplonline.org.
About Mobile Public Library
The Mobile Public Library, with an annual circulation rate of 1.8 million and attendance of 1.2 million is located in the extreme southwest corner of Alabama, just minutes from Mobile Bay and about an hour from the beautiful beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. Mobile is the home of the original Mardi Gras and is known as the Azalea Capital of the World.
Equal Opportunity Employer
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Are you looking for a progressive, dynamic library system in which to spend your days? Do you want to work where you have the ability to exercise your creative talents? Do you want to work in a climate with an annual average temperature of 67.5 degrees and in a city that is overflowing with rich history and culture?
The Mobile Public Library is for you….
The Mobile Public Library currently has an opening for Librarian II, which may function as a manager or assistant manager of a branch library or in a specialized division and will perform a variety of professional and administrative library duties.
At the current time, MPL is seeking an Assistant Branch Manager for the West Regional Branch. This is a busy suburban branch with over 400,000 visitors and with circulation of more than 800,000 items per year. The Assistant Branch Manager is the Head of Reference, reports to the Branch Manager/Librarian III and supervises the branch in the absence of the Branch Manager.
Minimum qualification requirements include a master's degree in library science or closely related field and a minimum of three year's experience in professional library work.
The salary range for Librarian II is $32,352 - $50,184. Starting salary will be $32,352 - $35,664, depending on qualifications, with an excellent benefits package, including Alabama State Retirement, 10 days annual vacation, with accrual up to 280 hours, 10 days sick leave per year with unlimited accrual, 12-14 holidays per year, BC/BS health and dental available, paid life insurance, employee credit union, periodic 5% increases based on merit, tax deferred compensation programs, dependent care spending account, health care spending account.
Application packets may be obtained from and must be submitted to the Mobile County Personnel Board at 1809 Government Street, P.O. Box 66794, Mobile, AL 36660-1794, (251) 470-7727. Contact the Mobile County Personnel Board at (251) 470-7727 or www.personnelboard.org.
For further information, call Liana Barnett, Human Resources Officer, Mobile Public Library, at 251-208-7107 or email her at hrmanager@mplonline.org. If you want more information about the Mobile Public Library, visit our website anytime at www.mplonline.org.
About Mobile Public Library
The Mobile Public Library, with an annual circulation rate of 1.8 million and attendance of 1.2 million is located in the extreme southwest corner of Alabama, just minutes from Mobile Bay and about an hour from the beautiful beaches of the Gulf of Mexico. Mobile is the home of the original Mardi Gras and is known as the Azalea Capital of the World.
The Mobile Public Library is comprised of our Main Library in downtown Mobile and eight additional locations, located throughout Mobile County. Five of our eight branch locations opened, relocated or were built within the last four years. In downtown Mobile, the Main Library is undergoing an extensive renovation with completion expected in 2007 and our Parkway Branch has just been expanded to a much larger space.
Join MPL and experience the growth with us. Our employees value our customers and we value our employees.
Equal Opportunity Employer
University of Florida Libraries (multiple positions)
Director of Development, Libraries
RANK: Development/Alumni Affairs, Coordinator 3
SALARY: Actual starting salary
commensurate with applicant’s experience,
education, skills, knowledge and abilities.
REQUISITION #: 0704490
DEADLINE DATE: open until filled
JOB SUMMARY: The University of Florida George A. Smathers Libraries and the University of Florida Foundation are recruiting for the position of Director of Development, Libraries (Development/Alumni Affairs, Coordinator. 3). This position assists in the design, implementation and management of the fundraising and donor relations programs for the George A. Smathers Libraries. The incumbent will participate in strategic planning for development and help to coordinate Library Leadership Board activities. Working collaboratively with the library deans, chairs and librarians, the Director of Development shares the responsibility for directing library efforts that encompass major gifts, donor stewardship, development of public support groups, fundraising event coordination and relations between the Libraries, its Library Leadership Board, the University of Florida and the UF Foundation, Inc. Extensive travel is required.
The duties of this position include:
• Works closely with the Dean of Libraries, Senior Director of Development
and library administration to define and prioritize funding needs.
• Advises the Dean of Libraries and the Senior Director of Development
on library-related fundraising issues; participates in activities relative
to campus-wide campaign planning and ongoing development issues; helps to coordinate
development activities between the Libraries, its Library Leadership Board,
UF and the UF Foundation, Inc. Recommends Foundation policies for the long-term
development of private support for Smathers Libraries.
• Serves as a major gifts fundraiser; plans, organizes and directs activities
to secure gifts; and, on a case by case basis, coordinates the identification,
cultivation, solicitation, and stewardship of private support from donors to
the Smathers Libraries from individuals, corporations, and foundations. Extensive
travel is required.
• Establishes and maintains contact with prospects to develop their interest
and participation in major library fundraising projects and to provide information
concerning the utilization of gifts.
• For major gift prospects, coordinates activities with the Senior Director
of Development, library staff with donors interested in specific library activities.
• Explores funding opportunities that coincide with the library’s
strategic plan and the University’s interdisciplinary focus; e.g., technology
enhancements, academic department and program support, research collection
development.
• Works with the Senior Director of Development to coordinate the Smathers
Libraries Library Leadership Board; prepare a strategic plan including goals
and objectives; develop agendas supporting their fund raising activities, and
maintain constructive dialogues and contacts with the members.
• Assists in coordinating a strong public relations program with national
outreach for donors and potential donors; works with the Alumni Association
utilizing library staff in Alumni events to increase recognition of the library
among the alumni of the University.
• Supports the operations of the Development Office; ensures maintenance
of files and records of development activities involving identifying, cultivating,
soliciting and tracking gifts from individuals, corporations and foundations,
volunteer activities, and administration of the program.
• Participates in professional programs at the state and national level
as appropriate (CASE, DORAL, ALADN).
Minimum qualifications: MA/MS degree in appropriate area of specialization or a bachelor’s degree in the same and two years of related experience.
Preferred qualifications:
• Three years of fundraising experience with a proven tack record in corporate
and major gift fundraising in a college or university setting is strongly preferred.
• Also essential are: strong oral and written communication skills, ability
to organize, establish objectives and priorities and achieve goals in an aggressive
organizational environment; broad experience in capital campaign execution
and follow-up; demonstrated pragmatic consensus building skills; strong interpersonal
skills and the temperament to establish powerful relationships with a wide
variety of constituencies, both inside and outside the organization; ability
to work comfortably in a decentralized organizational environment; ability
to organize and work effectively with volunteers; computer literacy; ability
and willingness to travel and work some weekends.
• Experience in a university fundraising program or a comprehensive knowledge
of academic libraries is strongly preferred.
• Relevant professional experience in the state of Florida is strongly
preferred.
• The incumbent should be computer literate in these areas: Windows, Microsoft
Word, Microsoft Excel, WWW browsers (preferably Mozilla Firefox and Internet
Explorer), E-mail (preferably Outlook).
The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. Applicants from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities and disabled persons, are especially encouraged to apply.
If you are interested in this position please apply online at http://jobs.ufl.edu referring to requisition number 0704490 and submit a cover letter, resume, list of three references and sample of your work. For further details about this position please contact Brian W. Keith at 352/273-2595 or Bill Flanagan at 352/392-7639.
Documents made or received by anyone acting for or on behalf of the UF Foundation are confidential and exempt from F.S. 119.07(1) pursuant to F.S. 1004.28(5) and in accordance with the UF Foundation policy on confidentiality of Foundation documents.
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RANK: Coordinator 1, Research Programs/Services
REPORTS TO: Associate Dean for Development
SALARY: Minimum starting salary is $50,000. Actual starting salary commensurate
with applicant’s experience, education, skills, knowledge and abilities.
REQUISITION #: 0705197
DEADLINE DATE: Open Until Filled
JOB SUMMARY: The purpose of the Smathers Libraries Grant Program is to promote an increase in grant-funded projects in order to meet our goals and mission. The program is comprised of a Coordinator, Research Programs/Services and a Grants Special, Senior who reports to the Coordinator.
The Grants Coordinator is responsible for managing this program and for coordinating policies, processes and support mechanisms for grant activities for the Libraries. The Grants Coordinator works with library staff, faculty, functional teams and project teams to identify opportunities and to expand the Libraries' grants and revenue-producing programs. The Grants Coordinator will build partnerships on campus, as well as with organizations locally, regionally, and nationally for project and revenue funding opportunities. The Grants Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the research of potential fundraising sources including, but not limited to, individual donors, government, corporate and foundation institutions. This person is responsible for the collection and compilation of data, timely submission of proposals and the monitoring of awards.
The duties of this position include:
Research: Responsible for the coordination of all research of potential fundraising
sources including, but not limited to, individual donors, government, corporate
and foundation institutions to fund exhibitions, educational programs, acquisitions
and general operations. Coordination of such research will involve working
with key offices at the University of Florida and the University of Florida
Foundation, including the Office of Development, Alumni Affairs, Corporate
and Foundation Relations, the Office of Development, Alumni Affairs Research,
UF Sponsored Research and UF Contracts and Grants. Researches and identifies
funding sources; monitors trends in grants and funding sources and communicates
this information to the Libraries. Develop a list of library projects in need
of external funding. Respond to requests for information and analysis. Administer
and monitor extramural research activities such as, subcontracts. Manage budgets
for engaged grant activities; manage indirect revenues and expenses.
Proposal Development: Coordinate all activities related to proposal development,
including the identification of library projects needing financial support;
development of schedules and timelines based on application and proposal deadlines;
writing, editing and the preparation of all proposals. This responsibility
will require close interaction with the professional staff of the library and
agencies internal and external to the University of Florida. Coordinates policies,
leads processes, and develops support mechanisms for grant and revenue activities
in the Libraries. Proactively work with individual faculty to identify potential
sources of support; search RFP database and communicate to faculty proactively.
Develop and maintain relationships with appropriate grant sources to be on
the forefront of impending grant initiatives. Prepare and process internal
pre-award forms and documents. Develop rapport with key staff to facilitate
internal processing within sponsor deadlines. Educate and assist the Libraries
faculty and staff in the successful pursuit of grant and revenue activities.
Monitor and support the Libraries faculty and staff in the development of budget
projections, responses to Requests for Proposals, and negotiations, when appropriate.
Documents and reports cost-benefit/savings of existing and proposed activities.
Confirms fiscal liabilities of proposed projects. May provide drafting, writing,
and editing functions in the preparation of grant proposals.
Award Management: Manage and administer all activities related to grant awards. This shall include the coordination of all reporting requirements, the maintenance of accurate records of deadlines, notification dates, and any special requirements necessary for the libraries fulfillment of contract responsibilities specified by the awarding individuals/agencies. Responsible for the interpretation and implementation of policies and procedures established by the University of Florida and the University of Florida Foundation. Ensures accountability and fiscal responsibility of grant projects. Works with faculty to ensure project staffing and expenses conform to the budget and performance goals. Oversee appropriate administration of research grants and contracts awarded; assure funds are spent in a fiscally responsible fashion. Review requests to purchase and other expenditures; insure allowable and allocable charges per OMB circular A-21 and other applicable sponsor guidelines.
Liaison: Serve as the liaison between the library and the Office of Development, Alumni Affairs, Corporate and Foundation Relations, the Office of Development, Alumni Affairs Research, UF Sponsored Research and UF Contracts and Grants, as well as outside agencies and the general public as deemed appropriate. Serve as point of contact for the University’s Division of Sponsored Research. Assure timely reporting and billing to sponsors; assure timely close-out of accounts. Proactively oversee non-competitive renewals. Prepare and present regular and timely reports to Principal Investigators, and department and library administration. Maintain open lines of communication with faculty and other staff. Prepare ad hoc reports and analysis. Provide support to principal investigators. Educate involved parties regarding the terms, conditions and status of award portfolio. Assist the library in complying with sponsor requirements regarding pre- and post-award management.
Minimum qualifications: Master's degree in an appropriate area of specialization; or a bachelor's degree in an appropriate area of specialization and two years of appropriate experience.
Preferred qualifications:
• 3 years experience in grants and contracts administration or related
area.
• Experience in project management with a focus on cost-benefit analysis.
• Previous successful history in excellent communication skills, including
demonstrated competence and accomplishment in writing grant proposals.
• Extensive knowledge of the methods, procedures, and techniques used
in proposal and grant preparation, coordination and implementation.
• Knowledge of public and private grant funding practices, procedures
and regulations.
• Working knowledge of spreadsheets, databases and financial systems.
• Working knowledge of federal sponsor regulations.
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
• Ability to understand and apply applicable rules, regulations, policies
and procedures related to fundraising and grants.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with
others.
• Strong orientation to customer service.
• Ability to manage a variety of complex projects.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse groups and to
build partnerships.
• Experience in an academic library.
• Supervisory experience.
• Master's in library/information science from an ALA-accredited institution.
THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
The University of Florida is a large, land grant, public educational research
institution with a faculty of approximately 4,000 and a student body of 48,000.
It ranks third nationally in size of student body and eighth nationally in
the number of merit scholars enrolled in the freshmen class. The University
is a member of the Association of American Universities and offers the Ph.D.
in more than 90 fields and the Master's degree in more than 120 fields. For
more information please consult the UF homepage at http://www.ufl.edu.
The University of Florida Libraries are members of the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Research Libraries Group, and SOLINET. The library staff consists of more than 400 FTE librarians, technical/clerical staff and student assistants. For more information about the Libraries, please visit http://www.uflib.ufl.edu.
BENEFITS: Twenty-six vacation days, nine paid holidays, and thirteen days sick leave annually; retirement plan options; insurance benefits; tuition fee waiver program; no state or local income tax.
APPLICATION PROCESS: The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. Applicants from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities and disabled persons, are especially encouraged to apply. As part of the application process, applicants are invited to complete an on-line confidential and voluntary demographic self-disclosure form which can be found at: http://www.hr.ufl.edu/job/datacard.htm. This information is collected by the University of Florida's Faculty Development Office to track applicant trends and is in no way considered by the Smathers Libraries in the selection process.
If you are interested in this position please apply online at http://jobs.ufl.edu referring to requisition number 0705197 and submit a cover letter, resume, list of three references and sample of your work. For further details about this position please contact Tina L. Pruitt at 352/273-2595.
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Personnel Services and Employee Development Coordinator
RANK: Assistant-In (Non-Tenure Track Faculty)
REPORTS TO: Libraries Financial and Human Resources Officer
SALARY: $45,000; Actual salary will reflect selected professional’s experience
and credentials.
REQUISITION #: 0705387
DEADLINE DATE: June 8, 2008
Please note that this posting has specific instructions for the submission of application materials (see below: APPLICATION PROCESS). Failure to submit all of the required documents as instructed, may result in your application not being considered.
JOB SUMMARY: The Personnel Services and Employee Development Coordinator provides leadership to the human resources and training and development functions of the University Libraries. The Coordinator ensures the delivery of vital customer services including: employee relations; interpretation of library and university policies; and faculty and staff recruitment. The Coordinator facilitates key processes including: tenure and promotion, professional development leave, and employee evaluations. The Coordinator develops and leads a need-based and outcome-oriented training and development program.
The duties of this position include:
Human Resources:
1. Coordinates recruitment activities and supports the work of faculty search
committees.
2. Ensures delivery of excellent customer service through the HR Office.
3. Develops and maintains policies and processes.
4. Interprets library and UF personnel policies.
5. Ensures the maintenance of personnel records and data housed by the HR Office.
6. Counsels library employees and supervisors on employee relations issues.
7. Facilitates the processes for tenure, promotion and development leaves.
8. Facilitates employee evaluation processes.
9. Liaison with relevant UF entities and officials.
Employee Development
1. Assesses library-wide training and organizational development needs.
2. Develops and implements strategies for delivering training and development
programs.
3. Measures outcomes of training and development programs.
4. Frequently facilitates and occasionally conducts training sessions.
5. Actively works to improve the effectiveness of training and development
programs.
6. Develops and maintains a skills inventory database.
Minimum qualifications:
1. Masters degree in human resources management, higher education, library
sciences, or related field.
2. Professional level experience in human resources management.
3. Strong customer service orientation.
4. Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
5. Ability to manage a broad variety of tasks simultaneously and deliver results.
6. Excellent analytical and innovative problem solving skills.
7. Judgment, tact and discretion.
8. Ability to work effectively with diverse groups to achieve objectives.
Preferred qualifications:
1. Library science or equivalent degree.
2. Professional experience in an academic or research library.
3. Advanced knowledge of laws and standards pertaining to employee relations
and employment.
4. Experience developing and conducting training programs.
5. Expert knowledge of spreadsheet and web development software.
THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
The University of Florida is a large, land grant, public educational research
institution with a faculty of approximately 4,000 and a student body of approximately
50,000. UF is Florida's largest university, the nation's fourth-largest,
and traces its beginnings to a small seminary in 1853. Since 1985, UF has
been a member of the Association of American Universities, the prestigious
higher-education organization comprised of the top 62 public and private
institutions in North America. UF is home to 16 colleges and more than 150
research centers and institutes. The University offers the Ph.D. in more
than 90 fields and the Master's degree in more than 120 fields. For more
information please consult the UF homepage at http://www.ufl.edu.
The University of Florida Libraries are members of the Association of Research Libraries, the Center for Research Libraries, the Research Libraries Group, and SOLINET. The library staff consists of more than 400 FTE librarians, technology/clerical staff and student assistants. For more information about the Libraries, please visit http://www.uflib.ufl.edu.
The Library Human Resources Office supports the University Library System by providing essential services and supporting key processes. It is the mission of the Library Human Resources Office to promote and encourage a work environment that is recognized for the respect and dignity shown toward the staff. This is accomplished by successfully recruiting and retaining staff that appreciate the goals and objectives of the library; creating a training program committed to continuing education and staff development; establishing performance objectives responsive to department needs and challenging to employee skills; providing confidential employee and career counseling that maximizes utilization of skills; and cordially overseeing the completion of personnel related paperwork which affects an individual's employment status. For more information, see the department’s Web site at http://www.uflib.ufl.edu/pers/.
BENEFITS: Twenty-six vacation days, nine paid holidays, and thirteen days sick leave annually; retirement plan options; insurance benefits; tuition fee waiver program; no state or local income tax.
APPLICATION PROCESS: The University of Florida is an equal opportunity employer and is strongly committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. Applicants from a broad spectrum of people, including members of ethnic minorities and disabled persons, are especially encouraged to apply. As part of the application process, applicants are invited to complete an on-line confidential and voluntary demographic self-disclosure form which can be found at: http://www.hr.ufl.edu/job/datacard.htm. This information is collected by the University of Florida's Faculty Development Office to track applicant trends and is in no way considered by the Smathers Libraries in the selection process.
Please submit application materials via e-mail. Send, as attachments (MS-Word format preferred), a cover letter detailing your interest in and qualifications for this position, your current resume and a list of three references. Include address, telephone and email information for references. Please include a 250-word document on the topic “The process of developing a need-based and outcome-oriented training and development program.” Apply by June 8, 2008 (applications will be reviewed as received). Send all required application materials to Brian Keith, Smathers Libraries Financial and Human Resources Officer, at: brikeit@uflib.ufl.edu.
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