WRLC Newsletter, May 2024
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Head of Legal Technology Services
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Head of Legal Technology Services
The Jacob Burns Law Library at the George Washington University Law School is accepting applications for the position of Head of Legal Technology Services to begin as early as June 17, 2024. As a member of the library’s Innovative Technology Services team, the librarian in this position leads the development and delivery of department services related to technology and the curriculum, scholarly communications and digital initiatives, and electronic resources. The full position description is posted at https://www.gwu.jobs/postings/110308.
To apply, please complete an online application, available at https://www.gwu.jobs/postings/110308, to include uploading a resume and cover letter and providing contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin June 3, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered.
Employment offers are contingent on the satisfactory outcome of a standard background screening.
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must have a graduate degree in library or information science (e.g., MLS) from an ALA-accredited institution, a JD, LLB, or LLM from an ABA-accredited institution or completion of degree requirements by the time of appointment, and a minimum of three years of post-graduate library degree experience working in law libraries, including a demonstrable history of supervisory duties or potential for rapid growth into supervisory duties.
Reference/Subject Specialty Law Librarians - 2 Positions
The Jacob Burns Law Library at the George Washington University Law School is accepting applications for two Reference/Subject Specialty Law Librarian positions to begin as early as June 17, 2024. As members of the Law Library's dynamic, collaborative Public Services team, the librarians in these positions provide both general and subject specialty reference assistance to GW Law faculty, students, staff, and others. The positions:
- Subject specialist in the fields of law relevant to the GW Center for Law and Technology programs, including intellectual property, privacy, data security, and technology law.
- Subject specialist in the fields of law relevant to the Business & Finance Law program, including corporate law, securities and financial regulation, accounting, antitrust, bankruptcy and reorganization, entrepreneurship, and taxation.
We welcome all - from students near to completing degree requirements to experienced librarians - to consider applying. The full position descriptions are posted at https://www.gwu.jobs/postings/109914.
To apply, please complete an online application, available at https://www.gwu.jobs/postings/109914, to include uploading a resume and cover letter and providing contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin May 27, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered.
Employment offers are contingent on the satisfactory outcome of a standard background screening.
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must have a graduate degree in library or information science (e.g., MLS) from an ALA-accredited institution or completion of degree requirements by the time of appointment, and a JD, LLB, or LLM from an ABA-accredited institution or completion of degree requirements by the time of appointment.
Acquisitions Librarian
POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT
Acquisitions Librarian
The Jacob Burns Law Library at the George Washington University Law School is accepting applications for the position of Acquisitions Librarian to begin as early as June 17, 2024. As a member of the library’s collaborative Resource Management Services team, the individual in this position oversees matters relating to the library’s acquisitions operation in support of the study and research needs of the GW Law community. The full position description is posted at https://www.gwu.jobs/postings/110287.
To apply, please complete an online application, available at https://www.gwu.jobs/postings/110287, to include uploading a resume and cover letter and providing contact information for three professional references. Review of applications will begin May 27, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered.
Employment offers are contingent on the satisfactory outcome of a standard background screening.
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must have a graduate degree in library or information science (e.g., MLS) from an ALA-accredited institution, a minimum of two years of post-graduate degree experience in libraries, and knowledge of the U.S and foreign publishing industries.
Resource Description and Processing Manager
Summary:
The Resource Description and Processing Manager leads the day-to-day operations of the Metadata Management Unit. Ensures that library resources are accurately received, described, and processed for accurate discovery in library systems. Manages workflows within Technical Services for physical resources acquired by the library. Supervises three full-time and one part-time staff members. Directly or indirectly supervises part-time student employees. Collaborates with others in Technical Services and other areas of the library to establish, assess, and enhance workflows and processes. Develops best practices in resource description and processing. Manages and ensures projects are carried out and completed in a timely manner. Resolves receiving, cataloging, and processing problems. Serves as the primary point of contact for contracting and outsourcing including serials processing and establishes vendor processing options. Oversees cataloging and metadata production and processing.
Essential Functions:
- Leads the day-to-day operations and management of the Metadata Management Unit. Provides management, supervision, and technical expertise in the unit. Plans and oversees the day-to-day unit routines and special projects. Assesses and manages workflows and processes for physical materials and seeks ongoing improvements to increase efficiencies in managing physical resources. Plans projects and oversees workflows and associated problem resolution for receiving, cataloging, processing, and routing of physical library resources. Contributes to strategic and annual planning goals for the unit, department, and library. Maintains and reports unit statistics. Creates and maintains relevant documentation. Oversees processes and serves as the point of contact for serials processing outsourcing. Runs Analytics reports to support statistics quality control and data gathering. Ensures serial holdings are accurately reflected in relevant platforms. (25% of time) Manages and provides effective supervision to Metadata Management Unit staff. Coordinates and oversees hiring and management of student employees. Oversees hiring and training, planning and assigning work, and evaluating staff performance. Develops and documents staff training materials and provides effective and timely training to staff. Facilitates staff skill development through training, and monitors staff productivity.
- Provides technical expertise for the library’s LMS to streamline processes, ensure accuracy, and apply standards. Manages relevant import profiles, normalization rules and processes, and local templates within the library’s LMS to ensure discoverability for front end users. Serves as a primary point of contact for cataloging problem resolution. Performs copy and original descriptive and subject cataloging and classification as needed and participates in special collections metadata projects. Ensure holdings maintenance Batch processes records as needed. Participates in implementation and maintenance of WorldShare Collection programs and tools. Supports maintenance of WorldCat KnowledgeBase holdings. Supports post-cancellation coverage of e-resources using LOCKSS and PORTICO. Investigates processes for improving Community Zone record quality for improved electronic resources access and discovery.
- Serves as American University Library’s representative to the WRLC Metadata Committee. Serves on other internal and consortia committees and teams as necessary. Ensures that policies are implemented and communicated. Stays up to date on LMS and other relevant platform updates and communicates and trains staff on updates as needed. Collaborates with Coordinator of Original Cataloging and Metadata Coordinator to establish best practices and plan for projects. Collaborates with others to manage communications and associated workflow for bindery. Partners with other stakeholders as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Master's degree or equivalent
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2-4 years of relevant experience.
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Experience with cataloging, classification, and subject analysis including MARC, RDA, LC Classification, LCSH.
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1-3 years of supervisory experience preferred.
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Supervises three full-time and one part-time staff members.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Master’s in Library and Information Science or equivalent preferred.
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3-5 years of relevant experience in a academic library.
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Demonstrated experience with original cataloging, authority control, and MarcEdit.
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Experience with library management systems and enterprise platforms such as Alma, Primo, OCLC Collection Manager and Connexion.
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Experience with acquisitions receiving, knowledge bases, and serials management.
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Experience working with external vendors.
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Experience creating and managing documentation.
Benefits
AU offers a competitive benefits package including a 200% matching retirement plan, tuition benefits for full-time staff and their families, several leadership development certificates, and has been recognized by the American Heart Association as a fit-friendly worksite. Click here to learn about American University's unique benefit options.
Other Details
- Hiring offers for this position are contingent on successful completion of a background check.
- Employees in staff positions at American University must deliver their services to the university from either the District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia, or perform work on-site at the university.
- Please note this job announcement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
- American University is an E-Verify employer.
Current American University Employees
American University current employees must apply through their employee Workday account. If you are a current employee at American University, please log into Workday and select the Find Jobs report which will take you to our internal career listings.
Contact Us
For more information or assistance with the American University careers site, email theworkline@american.edu.
The WRLC Spring Forum is Tomorrow!
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Scholarly Communications and Metadata Librarian
The George Washington University’s Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library seeks a dynamic, collaborative information professional to provide leadership and expertise in scholarly communications, copyright, open access, data management, and research impact. This position also manages Himmelfarb’s cataloging and oversees the organization and management of the library’s catalog and institutional repository. The Scholarly Communications and Metadata Librarian reports to the Associate Director, Library Operations, and is a collaborative member of the Library Operations team. The Scholarly Communications and Metadata Librarian supervises the Metadata Specialist (a full-time staff position).
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Organizes initiatives that support the scholarly publishing lifecycle and provides support to SMHS, GWSPH, and GW Nursing authors by providing consultation on scholarly communications and publishing-related topics and issues.
- Develops and creates metadata for Himmelfarb Library's institutional repository (IR). Supports GW's Open Access policy by collaborating with SMHS, GWSPH, and GW Nursing departments to identify scholarly output to archive in the IR.
- Performs original cataloging and oversees copy cataloging using WorldShare Record Manager, RDA, MeSH, and LC classification. Maintains authority records/files including MeSH, LC name, and series to ensure an accurate reflection of collection titles in the catalog.
- Collaborates with, trains, and supervises the Metadata Specialist in copy cataloging and IR responsibilities.
- Chairs Himmelfarb's Scholarly Communications Committee and guides the committee's initiatives (i.e. video tutorial series and Author Services).
- Maintains current knowledge of the development of cataloging, metadata, and linked data standards.
- Creates and maintains documentation of scholarly publishing and metadata-related policies, procedures, and workflows.
- Collaborates with librarians from GW’s Libraries & Academic Innovation (I.e. Gelman Library) on projects related to data management and scholarly communications.
- Serves as Himmelfarb Library representative on the Washington Research Library Consortium (WRLC) Metadata Committee. Participates in library-wide committees.
- Participates in the library liaison program and has selector responsibilities for assigned liaison departments.
- Participates in the Library’s instructional program as a Librarian Instructor, partnered with a Clinical Instructor with first and second-year medical students.
- Other duties may be assigned to reflect candidate strengths and interests and/or unit needs, and after discussion with the supervisor.
Classification:
The rank of the successful candidate will depend on the candidate’s skills and experience. Possible ranks include Librarian I and Librarian II.
Minimum Qualifications:
- ALA-accredited Master’s degree in library or information science (or equivalent) or other Master’s degree or higher with relevant experience by date of appointment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of scholarly communications issues, and the scholarly publishing lifecycle.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience in cataloging using an integrated library system (such as Alma).
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience developing and/or maintaining an institutional repository system.
- Coursework or experience with cataloging medical and health sciences materials.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience with OCLC Connexion or WorldShare Record Manager.
Overview:
The George Washington University (GW) is the largest research university in the nation’s capital. Located in the heart of Washington, D.C., GW offers undergraduate and graduate programs in many disciplines including medicine, health sciences, public health, and nursing. Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library (Himmelfarb) serves the students, staff, and faculty of the School of Medicine and Health Sciences (SMHS), Milken Institute School of Public Health (GWSPH), and School of Nursing (GW Nursing). Himmelfarb’s collections consist of over 6,700 electronic texts, 6,500 journals, and 125+ databases in addition to print collections of approximately 75,000 items. Visit Working at Himmelfarb to learn more about Himmelfarb!
Benefits:
The comprehensive benefits package includes 22 days/year paid annual leave; 12 days/year paid sick leave; paid winter break and 7 other holidays; medical, dental, and vision; 401(A) retirement plan, 4% base, and GW will match 150% of the first 4% of your 403(B) contributions, up to a maximum of 6% of your eligible compensation; tuition assistance; and paid parental leave. For benefits details, please visit GW Benefits.
Remote Work Eligibility:
This position is eligible for a partial hybrid on-campus/remote work schedule.
Application Procedure:
We recognize that your experience and skills may not match up 100% to the job, but if you are interested and think you can succeed in this role, please apply! Himmelfarb Library supports staff with professional development and growth. When applying, highlight your experiences, including transferable skills, that address the job responsibilities and demonstrate your ability to thrive in this position and within the broader Himmelfarb Library and university communities.
To be considered for this position, please complete an online application at https://www.gwu.jobs/postings/109746 and upload a cover letter, a current CV, or a resume, and provide the names and complete contact information for at least three (3) professional references. Review of applications will begin on May 15, 2024, and continue until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered. Employment offers are contingent on the satisfactory outcome of a standard background screening. Employer will not sponsor for Employment Visa status.
The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Library Accessibility Support Coordinator at American University
The Library Accessibility Support Coordinator works collaboratively as part of the Circulation Services unit within the Discovery, Access, and Assessment Department of the University Library. This position reports to the Circulation Services Manager and has three primary sets of responsibilities:
Answers questions, processes requests, and addresses concerns relating to the accessing and borrowing of library resources. Along with other staff in the unit, the position oversees the service point, preparing requests and circulating items from University Library collections, those of the Washington Research Library Consortium (WRLC), and others obtained via interlibrary loan. Collaboratively manage the unit’s student assistant and part-time staff, including responsibilities of hiring, scheduling, training, coaching, and evaluation.
Manages the University Library’s accessibility efforts to ensure that principles of universal design are followed whenever possible in offering resources and services to users. Works with other support service units on campus to incorporate the University Library in the University’s overall accessibility support efforts.
Takes the lead on assisting the Circulation Services Manager in troubleshooting user account issues related to authentication and authorization into online resources.
Minimum Qualifications:
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Bachelor's degree.
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1-3 years of relevant experience.
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Customer service and management/supervisory experience.
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Experience in accounting or handling financial/monetary transactions.
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Advanced Excel and/or other organizational/reporting software experience.
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Experience generating and analyzing reports.
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Experience working with a team to complete common objectives.
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Advanced ability to prioritize and multi-task, including the ability to reprioritize tasks to resolve urgent complex issues that arise.
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Attention to detail and excellent communication skills – both oral and written – are essential.
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Ability to solve problems, work without supervision, make evaluative judgments independently, and formulate exceptions to policies and procedures.
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Experience dealing with confidential information.
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Sound judgment with the ability to use discretion, maintain confidentiality, work independently, and complete projects by deadlines.
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Ability to resolve conflicts, handle stressful and/or emergency situations.
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Ability to participate in planning and implementing short and long-term goals, make evaluative judgments, formulate exceptions to policies and procedures, and work without supervision.
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Experience managing projects.
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Experience providing assistance with electronic resources access and troubleshooting related issues.
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Experience providing reference/research assistance.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Master's degree or equivalent.
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Some education or experience in library science and familiarity with library-specific systems.
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1-3 years of relevant experience.
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Experience using library management systems such as Ex Libris Alma/Primo VE/ other library support software such as Atlas Systems ILLiad/Ares, Springshare platform tools such as LibStaffer, LibCal, LibGuides / library authentication and authorization services like OpenAthens and EZproxy / University systems such as Workday, Colleague, ServiceNow, Microsoft Office 365, Canvas.
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Experience in library consortia.
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Experience supporting students with various disabilities.
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Experience implementing or supporting Universal Design principles related to end-user services.
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Access Services Specialist - Interlibrary Loan
The Access Services Specialist reports directly to the Access Services Department Head, along with 7.0 FTE positions. They play a key role in the success of the department by providing support for Resource Sharing, Print Collections, and Reserve Units. They must be proficient in the procedures of these services, and have a thorough knowledge of the library’s policies and services and the ability to effectively communicate them to the library users.
This position has been designated as Hybrid.
The Access Services Specialist provides support in the Resource Sharing Unit of Access Services by searching/acquiring/processing materials through Interlibrary Loan (ILL) and Consortia Loan Service (CLS); pulling and shelving library material requested through ILL and CLS; and managing the activities and work of student employees during regularly scheduled shifts at Service Desks in Lauinger and Blommer libraries. This position supports the other Units within Access Service. Assignments vary to address cyclical, priority needs of the department.
The work schedule is 11:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Schedules may change according to the needs of the department, including weekends, evenings, and holidays.
Minimum Qualifications:
- High School diploma – BA/BS preferred
- 1 to 2 years of library experience
- Thorough knowledge of standard library practices and procedures
- Familiarity with the role of academic libraries meeting the information needs of students, faculty, and staff
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong public service orientation
- Computer literacy, including ability to learn new software programs and technologies
- Familiarity with Windows Operating System and Microsoft Office applications, especially Word and Excel
- Familiarity with Google Apps, especially Gmail, calendar, and Drive
- Ability to lift up to 40 lbs. and push carts weighing over 100 lbs.
- Commitment to fostering an equitable and inclusive workplace, and ability to work effectively with a diverse faculty, students and staff.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with automated library systems – for example, ILLiad, RapidILL, and OCLC WorldShare ILL
- Competence with Ex Libris ILS
- Experience with bibliographic databases, spreadsheets, and cloud storage
- Knowledge of high quality scanners, Internet resources, and tools
- Familiarity with reformatting technologies (Adobe Capture, Adobe Acrobat)
- Ability to adjust to periods of increased workflow and varying responsibilities
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team in a complex, changing environment
- Ability to be diplomatic and negotiate disputes with stakeholders
The Georgetown University Library is an agile organization located in the nation’s capital, committed to advancing Georgetown University’s global leadership in academics and research, while also addressing the requirements of the changing landscape of higher education and the evolving nature of scholarly communication. By providing preeminent services, collections and spaces, the Library contributes to the creation, dissemination and preservation of knowledge, as well as the transformation of learning and research.
The Library is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse staff dedicated to excellence in service, continuous learning, and leadership within the library profession. With diversity as one of its Library’s core values, the Library not only seeks to actively recruit and retain a diverse workforce, but also ensures the acquisition of a diverse collection of materials and a climate of openness and respect for all traditions, cultures, and ideas.
The Library actively promotes its values - lifelong learning, collaboration, leadership, quality, integrity, and diversity in its daily tasks. Whenever possible, the Library offers flexible work schedules and telework options, and supports continuous learning opportunities in order to achieve the highest quality of service that can be offered.
The safety and well-being of our colleagues and applicants is our first priority. For this position, the Georgetown University Library anticipates conducting on-site interviews for candidates in the final round. Please note that changes to the university and local health and safety guidelines may require modifications to the interview process, including a shift from in-person to virtual interviews, if warranted.
Need Assistance:
If you are a qualified individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please click here for more information, or contact the Office of Institutional Diversity, Equity, and Affirmative Action (IDEAA) at 202-687-4798 or ideaa@georgetown.edu.
Need some assistance with the application process? Please call 202-687-2500. For more information about the suite of benefits, professional development and community involvement opportunities that make up Georgetown's commitment to its employees, please visit the Georgetown Works website.
EEO Statement:
Georgetown University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer fully dedicated to achieving a diverse faculty and staff. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, and sexual orientation), disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Benefits:
Georgetown University offers a comprehensive and competitive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance, retirement savings, tuition assistance, work-life balance benefits, employee discounts and an array of voluntary insurance options. You can learn more about benefits and eligibility on the Department of Human Resources website.