ODL Jobline
Current Oklahoma
Library Announcements
Page updated
November 19, 2009
Welcome to ODL Jobline, a free service of the Oklahoma Department
of Libraries. All library positions listed guarantee equal employment
and advancement opportunities.
Note: Be sure to check the link to Other Employment Resources
on the Web for links to other major Oklahoma library joblines.
Following are the Oklahoma library positions that we are aware
of:
Head Librarian, Duncan Public Library, Duncan, OK
Duncan Public Library (Oklahoma) seeks energetic and
enthusiastic librarian to manage an extremely busy library and oversee
upcoming building expansion project. Population 22,500, Staff of 7.5
FTE, $469,000 annual budget.
Qualifications: MLS from ALA-accredited
program and two years supervisory experience.
Salary: $46,218-$53,518
DOQ. Job description available at: http://www.cityofduncan.com.
To apply: Send resume and application letter to:
Donna Howell
City
of Duncan
P.O. Box 969
Duncan, OK 73534-0969
Initial review of applications
will begin on December 1, 2009. Additional information regarding our
community is available at http://www.duncanchamber.com.
Librarian, Cataloging, University of Central Oklahoma, Edmond, OK (northern
suburb of Oklahoma City).
Education Required: MLS from an ALA accredited program. Preferred: Experience in an academic library or supervisory experience;
strong commitment to user services, professional development, and working
in a team environment.
Salary: $34,500 plus benefits.
To apply: Complete UCO application (http://jobs.uco.edu)
and submit documents.
Positions open until filled. Review of applications begins immediately.
up 10/18/09 dn 3/18/10
Librarian - Reference & Instructional Services, University of Central
Oklahoma, Edmond, OK
Hours of Work: 8:00am - 5:00pm and some nights, Monday - Friday and
some weekends Hours Per Week: 40, Weeks Per Year: 52
Position Summary:
Teaches and develops library instruction classes. Develops instructional
materials in print and electronic format. Shares reference desk duties,
including some nights and weekends. Serves as collection development
liaison to departments as assigned. Serves on local and state library
and campus committees. Reports to the Coordinator of Reference and Instructional
Services.
Department Specific Duties and Responsibilities: Responsible
for scheduling library instruction classes and teaching library instruction
classes as requested by faculty. Provides assistance to students and
library users at the Reference Help Desk. Works closely with the web
services librarian and web committee in developing web-based reference
tools. Works with other Librarians in Reference and Instructional Services
in the evaluation of publications, facilities and collections as well
as plans for new or improved services. Works with other Librarians in
Reference and Instruction in making requests for departmental equipment
and furniture. Serves on the Collection Development Committee and develops
book and serial collections in the specific areas in conjunction with
departmental faculty liaisons. Contributes to the overall planning, development
and implementation of library programs and policies. Serves on local
and state library and University committees. Participates in professional
associations and other appropriate venues for continuing education and
professional development. Performs other related duties as assigned and
undertakes special projects as needed.
Qualifications Required: Master's
degree from an ALA accredited library program. Familiarity with information
resources in a variety of formats. Preferred: Teaching or library instruction
experience in an academic library. Knowledge of teaching and research
methodologies and their application to information literacy. Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities Ability to learn and apply new teaching technologies
quickly. Demonstrated evidence of initiative and resourcefulness, have
a strong customer service orientation, a proven ability to work collaboratively
and independently, and a commitment to understanding and serving the
needs of a diverse environment. Excellent verbal and written communication
skills. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
For more information
and to apply go to: http://jobs.uco.edu
up 9/30/09 dn 2/30/10
Instructor of Library Services, Northeastern State University, Broken
Arrow, OK
Position # ELBO 2003
Description: Northeastern State University invites applications
for the full-time 12-month position of Instructor of Library Services
on the Broken Arrow Campus.
Degree Requirements: An earned M.L.S. from an American Library
Association accredited school is required. Preference will be given to
candidates with degrees earned in the field of Education.
Experience: Professional experience in the field of Education,
library instruction, academic reference service, and computer-based resources
and services preferred. Experience with automated Interlibrary Loan systems
such as ILLIAD preferred.
Responsibilities: This position will represent the library in
providing information resource coordination and instructional services
to the students and faculty of the College of Education on the NSU Broken
Arrow campus. Additional responsibilities include the provision of high
quality reference, access, and interlibrary loan services to Library
patrons. The successful applicant will perform general reference duties;
serve as liaison with the faculty and students in the NSU College of
Education; evaluate and develop the library's print, non-print, and electronic
resources in Education and Psychology; provide library instruction; consult
with faculty and students; design Web pages; serve on university committees;
and provide additional services as needed. This position oversees NSU-BA
Library Interlibrary Loan services, supervising one FTE within the department.
Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience
and qualifications.
Application Deadline: Application review is ongoing and will
continue until the position is filled.
Starting Date: Position available immediately.
To apply: Please submit a completed Employment Application Form
(http://navajo.nsuok.edu/humanresources/jobs/showJob.php?jobID=1778)
along with: Letter of application indicating job title, current resume/curriculum
vitae, copies of all college transcripts, and complete contact information
for three references.
Send all documentation to:
Human Resources
Northeastern State University
601 North Grand Ave.
Tahlequah, Oklahoma 74464-2399
or submit applications electronically (fellerte@nsuok.edu).
For more information, email humanresources@nsuok.edu
Northeastern State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employer.
up 9/28/09 dn2/28/09
Branch Manager, Shawnee Public Library, Shawnee, OK
40 hr/wk position. Exciting opportunity for a creative and dynamic individual.
Position requires commitment to customer service, leadership skills,
and demonstrated experience with successful programs for children, teens,
adults and community outreach.
Salary $5027.00/mo.
Education: Master’s degree in Library and Information Science
from an ALA accredited college or university.
To apply: Apply to:
Pioneer Library System
Personnel Department
225 N. Webster
Norman, Ok 73069
Resumes alone are not sufficient; completed applications are required.
Application forms and additional information at www.pioneer.lib.ok.us.
Applications accepted through October 7, 2009.
up 9/23/09 dn 10/7/09
Curator of Library and Archival Collections, Gilcrease Museum, Tulsa,
OK
Classification: Administrative
Position Summary: The Curator of Library and Archival Collections
at Gilcrease Museum is responsible for administrative oversight and strategic
planning for all aspects of the library department’s operations,
including books, artifacts, manuscripts, maps, and other special
collections materials as well as Museum Archives.
Job Responsibilities:
• The Curator of Library and Archival collections plays a major
role in collaborating with other Museum departments in the development
of exhibitions, educational programs and activities, and helping to
integrate the Sarah Erwin Library into the overall Museum environment,
• provides leadership in the areas of library personnel, interns
and volunteers, archival and library collection development and acquisition,
and academic research,
• stays up-to-date on the latest public and technical services,
collection preservation and security, and implementation of new technologies
as it relates to the collection areas of the Library and Archives,
• maintains regular contact with designated Scholars in Residence,
• oversees the electronic cataloguing of library collections
and Museum Archives,
• periodically writes articles for Museum publications,
• participates in the orientation of staff, faculty, volunteers,
and students,
• works directly with the Museum’s development staff on
grants and fundraising activities related to the Library and Museum
Archives,
• reports directly to the Senior Curator and indirectly to
the Executive Director of the Museum.
Qualifications:
• Master of Library Science degree from an ALA-accredited graduate
school.
• Three to five years of professional experience in an academic
research library.
• Previous experience in manuscripts, archives and a special
collection.
• Management experience in a research library setting.
• Demonstrated ability to write articles for scholarly publications
and books.
• A background in history or the humanities, and demonstrated
understanding of research methods.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the acquisition, organization,
and processing of archives, manuscripts, and special collections.
• Effective leadership, human relations and oral/written communication
skills.
• Demonstrated effective working relationships with scholars,
patrons, donors, students, volunteers, and the public.
• Working knowledge of electronic library technologies as applied
in the traditional functions of Special Collections.
• Record of participation in professional and scholarly activities.
• Ability to work with others in a team environment.
• Ability to work effectively in a collegial manner in an ever-changing
environment.
To Apply: Please submit a letter of interest, resume and the
names, addresses and phone
numbers of three references to:
The University of Tulsa,
Office of Human Resources,
800 S. Tucker Dr.,
Tulsa, OK 74104
or email tujobs@utulsa.edu or
fax to 918-631-3543.
Review of applications will commence August 28, 2009 and continue until
the position is filled.
The University of Tulsa is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action
Employer
up 9/16/09 dn 1/16/10
Instruction Librarian/Part-Time Reference/Langston University (LU)
-Tulsa, OK
Duties and Responsibilities: Professional duties, reference
and information literacy instruction. Oversee the daily services and
operations of the LU-Tulsa Learning Resources Center, including circulation,
reserves, interlibrary loan and usage reports. Participate in reference,
information literacy instruction and collection development activities.
Serve as the library liaison for the LU-Tulsa campus. Advise the Director
of the University Libraries on the needs of the LU-Tulsa L.R.C. Actively
reach out to LU-Tulsa faculty to provide library instruction and to solicit
collection development recommendations. Work effectively with other LU
librarians. Perform other duties as assigned. L.R.C.
hours of operation: Mon-Thurs 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm.
Required Qualifications: An MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited
program. Knowledge of emerging trends in information literacy instruction.
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills. Proficiency
with Microsoft Office suite.
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in the delivery of reference
services. Experience in managing, processing, and access issues associated
with provision of electronic resources; experience with creation of online
information literacy tutorials. Successful candidate must provide documentation
of identity and eligibility for employment, as required by the Immigration
Reform and Control Act (IRCA) of 1986.
Salary: $15.00/hour 20 hours/week
To Apply: Send letter of application, current resume, official
transcript(s), three current letters of recommendation, and official
Langston University Application. (The application can be downloaded at www.lunet.edu )
Please send all documents to:
Langston University Human Resources Office
Post Office Box 1205
Langston, Oklahoma 73050
Or call (405) 466-3203. Candidate credentials must be received no later
than August 30, 2009.
Langston University is in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights
Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education
Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other
Federal Laws and regulations, and does not discriminate on the basis
of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, handicap or status
as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This
includes, but is not limited to, admissions, employment, financial
aid, and educational services.
up 8/26/09 dn 8/30/09
Librarian, Vatterott College, Oklahoma City, OK
A substitute librarian is needed for the period September 7-10 and 14-17.
It is a split shift, 8:00-12:30, 5:30-9:00. The librarian would help
students with any reference questions and assitance with computers. Because
we are a small institution (300 students), it will be rather quiet for
the most part.
If you know anyone who might be interested in this substitute position,
please have him/her contact Derek Cash (Vatterott Librarian) soon as
possible.
E-Mail address: derek.cash@vatterott-college.edu
Phone: 405-945-0088
up 8-11-09 dn 9-1-09
Librarian I, Stillwater Public Library, Stillwater, OK
The City of Stillwater is accepting applications for the position of
Librarian I at the Stillwater Public Library. The position provides reference
and reader advisory services at the adult reference desk, computer instruction,
assistance with adult and teen programming, and supervisory duties. 40
hours per week including evenings and weekends.
Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree required,
previous library experience is desirable.
Starting salary is $13.67 per hour.
Closing date: 8/25/09 Hiring is subject to passing a pre-employment
drug screen and successful background check. Successful candidates will
be required to furnish a copy, at their expense, of their driving record
prior to employment.
To apply: An application must be completed and returned to:
Human Resources Department
723 S. Lewis
Stillwater, OK 74076
Or mailed to City of Stillwater, PO Box 1449, Stillwater, OK 74076 by
5:00 p.m. on the closing date.
Career opportunities/application information can also be viewed at www.stillwater.org.
EOE,M/F/H/V
Applications are only accepted for current openings. Applicants must
meet minimum qualifications and requirements stated in the job description
to be considered. Applications must be received on or before 5:00 p.m.
on the closing date listed. Those selected for an interview will be contacted
after the closing date.
up 8-11-09 dn 8-25-09
LRC Assistant I, Tulsa Community College, Tulsa, OK
This position is part-time, evenings and some Saturdays at Tulsa Community
College, Southeast Campus.
Job Code Number: 2041-P3-10
Salary: $10.47/hr
Open until filled.
To Apply or For more information please visit: https://careers.tulsacc.edu/applicants/jsp/shared/frameset/Frameset.jsp?time=1248962785218
up 8-10-09 dn 12-10-09
Small Branch Coordinator - Eastern Oklahoma District Library System,
Okmulgee, OK.
40 hrs. per week, includes some evenings and Saturdays. Officed in Muskogee,
expectation of travel throughout the Library District at least 3/5ths
of scheduled work time.
Qualifications: Library management experience and computer experience
required. Master’s degree in library science or equivalent preferred.
Three years of managerial experience. Proven experience developing programs
and activities for all age groups.
Job Description: Position will supervise three small libraries,
planning and executing program activities, selecting and ordering materials
collection for each library, hiring and working with subordinate staff
to produce and promote a complete library program in each of EODLS’s
three smallest communities.
Salary commiserate with experience, beginning at $30,000. Excellent
benefits; including health and life insurance, holidays, vacation and
sick leave.
To apply: Applications available at:
Eastern Oklahoma District Library System,
814 W. Okmulgee
Muskogee, OK 74401
Return to same address. Applications accepted until job is filled.
up 7-24-09 dn 11-24-09
Information Technology Manager - Eastern Oklahoma District Library
System, Muskogee, OK
Job Description: Responsible for planning, coordinating and supervising
the deployment of automated systems projects. Directs the information
and data integrity within the District, including the library’s
automation system, telecommunications network, internet access, computer
hardware, software development, operations and disaster recovery plan.
Education and Experience: Prefer a Master’s Degree in Library
Science and experience in managing Information Systems, Computer Science
or related fields with an emphasis in networking, telecommunications
and library automation; or equivalent training and experience. Three
years of experience with library automated systems.
Starting salary $30,000 depending on level of experience and
library education. Excellent benefits.
To apply: Applications are available at the EODLS office or any
EODLS library but must be returned to:
Eastern OK District Library System
Attn: I.T. opening
814 W. Okmulgee
Muskogee, OK 74401
Applications will be accepted until the job is filled.
up 7-20-09 dn 11-20-09
Full Time Branch Manager, Norman Public Library http://www.justsoyouknow.us/norman ,
Pioneer Library System, Norman, OK
Schedule: Full-Time position, 40 hours per week
Salary: $60,000 annual, plus excellent benefits package
Applications accepted until filled.
Interviews to be held on site and at ALA
Conference in Chicago, beginning in early July.
Requirements for the Ideal Candidate:
Master of Library/Information Science Degree;Five years of Progressive
Responsibilities in Public Library Management;Track record of demonstrated
leadership, proven accomplishments and superior performance;Valid driver’s
license with safe driving record.
http://www.pioneer.lib.ok.us/jobs/75-40
up 6_11_09 dn 10_11_09
In the Tulsa area, the Tulsa City-County Library (TCCL)
usually has a few job openings. Check for those announcements at www.tulsalibrary.org/jobs/
In the local Oklahoma City area, The Metropolitan Library
System of Oklahoma County usually has a few Job openings—click
here to find out more about these opportunities.
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