November 2009

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• State Library News

  State Library of Ohio

  11.30.09 | Permalink | Comment?

  Since 2001, the State Library budget has suffered severe cuts and staffing has been reduced 45%, from 130 to 72.  Most of this reduction has been achieved through attrition but this is no longer possible. With the latest budget reduction, it has become necessary to once again review our goals and prioritize our objectives. Ohio is [...]

• Scholarships

  2010 Northern Ohio Technical Services Librarians (NOTSL) Scholarships

  11.25.09 | Permalink | Comment?

  Applications for 2010 Northern Ohio Technical Services Librarians (NOTSL)  Scholarships are now being accepted. Applicants must either be currently working in an Ohio library in a professional, para-professional, or support position in a technical services area, or be students (residing or studying in Ohio) currently taking coursework in librarianship.  The content of the proposed educational [...]

• Job Openings

  Job Opportunity: Library Assistant, Kent State University Trumbull Campus, Warren OH

  11.25.09 | Permalink | Comment?

  Title: Library Assistant, Kent State University Trumbull Campus, Warren OH Position Number: 994531 Campus: Trumbull Job Open Date: 11-15-2009            Job Close Date: 11-29-2009 Pay Grade: 34 Basic Functions: Performs routine library activities (e.g., prepares material for circulation, shelves material, processes orders, etc.); responds to routine inquiries from library patrons and provides clerical support; follows [...]

• Job Openings

  Job Opening: Heidelberg University’s Beeghly – Library Reference & Instruction Librarian

  11.19.09 | Permalink | Comment?

  Heidelberg University’s Beeghly Library has an immediate opening for a Reference and Instruction Librarian.  This position is an integral part of a three-person, reference department serving undergraduate and masters’ level students. The candidate will participate in providing reference and research assistance using electronic and traditional sources as well as incorporating the latest technologies and teaching [...]

• Job Openings

  Job Opening: Public Services Manager – Tipp City Public Library

  11.18.09 | Permalink | Comment?

  The Tipp City Public Library is seeking applicants for a Public Services Manager. This full-time position supervises clerks and shelvers. Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university or equivalent work experience required.  Must be able to work evenings and weekends. Starting salary $27,000. Job duties: Creates, maintains, and revises weekly staff schedules and daily [...]

• Job Openings

  Collections and Electronic Resources Librarian – Job Opening

  11.17.09 | Permalink | Comment?

  Ohio Northern University’s Heterick Memorial Library invites applications and nominations for the position of Collections and Electronic Resources Librarian. Rank: Tenure track, 12 month contract. Salary and rank commensurate with experience Employment Start Date: February 1, 2010 Job Summary: The Collections and Electronic Resources Librarian works with faculty staff and students to ensure the acquisition, [...]

• Job Openings

  Job Opening – Madison Public Library Part-time Reference Librarian

  11.17.09 | Permalink | Comment?

  Madison Public Library has an immediate opening for an experienced Reference Librarian for a part-time position including evening and weekend hours. Duties include public service, reference and reader’s advisory assistance and collection management. A Bachelor’s degree and library experience are required, MLS or related Master’s degree preferred. Applicants should submit a cover letter, resume and [...]

• State Library News

  State Library of Ohio Receives Eleventh Award for Statistics Reporting

  11.12.09 | Permalink | Comment?

  The State Library of Ohio has received the John G. Lorenz Award for the eleventh consecutive year. The Lorenz Award recognizes state library agencies that promptly meet the Institute of Museum and Library Services’ standards for the completeness, quality, and timely submission of statistical data. The award was presented in the fall of 2009 for [...]

• Events, General

  StoryCorps' National Day of Listening

  11.03.09 | Permalink | Comment?

  StoryCorps’ National Day of Listening resources are up and ready! I have been asked to let COSLA members know about the program and to invite you to participate and share information about the StoryCorps’ National Day of Listening November 27, 2009. Libraries can visit http://www.nationaldayoflistening.org/ to download our free Do-It-Yourself Instruction Guide with step-by-step interview [...]

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