OCLC: Diversity Fellowship Program (Metadata/Quality Control)

OCLC is currently seeking candidates for a Diversity Fellowship Program (Metadata/Quality Control) position at our Corporate Headquarters in Dublin (Columbus), Ohio.

The Fellow will work for 6 months with the contract cataloging-related services and then 6 months with quality control.  This joint cooperative opportunity will provide well-rounded exposure to cataloging rules, practices, standards, processes, and challenges from both libraries’ and OCLC’s perspectives.  The Fellow will be provided with overviews of OCLC services and processes, learning opportunities to develop technical skills, and will be asked to meet objectives contributing to the success of each unit. 

Responsibilities: 

Metadata Contract Services:  The Fellow will gain experience in cataloging and collection development of diverse sets of materials that can be used in future professional growth by learning about the varying needs of libraries and material-supplier partners.  The Fellow will be working along with the production cataloging staff as well as individually performing tasks such as:

·       Understanding the cataloging process from beginning to end

o   Performing order entry of inbound library and vendor materials

o   Cataloging multiple material types for client libraries including some non-English materials; this experience will include creating and contributing new records to WorldCat and enhancing existing records per client specifications and within specified timeframes

o   Performing local edits to records prepared for delivery to libraries per libraries’ specifications and requirements for their automated systems and local cataloging conventions

o   Perform shelf-ready physical processing tasks in accordance with library collection specifications

·       Receive training on OCLC services to complete assigned tasks and become familiar with related tools including Cataloger’s Desktop, Library of Congress ClassWeb, OCLC WebDewey, Connexion Client, and other OCLC services as applicable

·       Learn about RDA (Resource Description and Access) from staff who have completed training and participated in the test phase of this new code

Quality Control: The Fellow will learn to process and correct identified sets of problem/error master records in the WorldCat database including reporting problems with Library of Congress (LC) records directly to LC.  A wide variety of problems incorporating all aspects of the cataloging record will be included in this work.  The Fellow will also learn the basics of NACO processing of name and series authority records and gain familiarity with the PCC (Program for Cooperative Cataloging).  The Fellow will have training in processing and merging duplicate records in various formats including books, serials, scores, sound recordings, maps, and computer files.  The Fellow will have the opportunity to gain a broad overview of database maintenance for the largest bibliographic database in the world.  The Quality Control Section is part of OCLC’s WorldCat Quality Management Division.  

Qualifications

·       ALA-accredited MLS/MLIS degree (granted by July 2012)

·       Have less than three years post graduate work experience

·       Some familiarity with MARC, AACR2 and/or RDA, Dewey Decimal Classification or Library of Congress Classification, Library of Congress subject headings (course work would be acceptable)

·       Desire to specialize in cataloging/technical services

·       Fluent reading skills in a language other than English (preferred)

·       Demonstrated awareness and sensitivity in issues of diversity and inclusion:  strong awareness of other cultures and viewpoints, appreciation for the benefits of diversity in the workplace and library community, behavior which demonstrates the ability to work with people at all levels and from different backgrounds

·       Strong organizational skills which include the ability to organize work plans and processes toward a targeted outcome

·       Exceptional communication skills – written, oral, small group presentation

·       Selected individual must represent historically underrepresented groups (i.e., defined in a manner consistent with the 2007 EEO-1 race/ethnicity reporting classifications)

·       Note:  The Fellow will be required to sign a Non-Disclosure Agreement as some of the vendor processes to which he/she will be exposed are proprietary

Salary and Benefits

·       Salary will be very competitive and commensurate with experience and applicable market compensation

·       The Fellow will be eligible for health & welfare benefits such as is provided to other similarly situated term-limited employees

·       Relocation Assistance will be offered in the form of a lump sum distributed in two installments (50% at signing of offer and 50% after 90 days of start date).  The amount of the lump sum will be determined by the distance required for relocation during the term of the fellowship

Application Procedures

The OCLC Diversity Fellowship Program 2012 Program Guidelines document can be found at:

http://www.oclc.org/us/en/community/careerdevelopment/minorityfellows/default.htm

For complete application procedures look for the “program guidelines” document found on a link on the right side of the web page noted above and also look at the link for the specific position.  The application initiation and all required submissions (original essay and two letters of recommendation) MUST be completed and received by Tuesday, February 28, 2012 at 5:00pm ET.  Materials received after Tuesday, February 28, 2012, 5:00pm ET will not be considered.

Timeline and Key Dates

2012 Program Applications Accepted : until February 28, 2012

2012 Application Deadline: February 28, 2012

2012 Fellow Selection Process: April 2012

2012 Notification of Decision: April/May 2012

2012 Fellowship Program Starts: July 2012

2012 Fellowship Program Ends: 12 months after start date

OCLC Online Computer Library Center, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.  OCLC maintains an ongoing commitment to equal opportunity and seeks to sustain a diverse workplace.

Cynthia M. Whitacre

Manager, WorldCat Quality & Partner Content Dept.

OCLC

800-848-5878, ext. 6183

whitacrc@oclc.org

USC: Interdisciplinary GIS Library Fellow

Dear CEAL Colleagues,

Please distribute widely as you see fit.  Please note that the third position, The Interdisciplinary GIS Library Fellow (#286) [click to view PDF on the USC Libraries website], prefers candidates with knowledge of Chinese, Japanese or Korean.

Joy Kim

Curator, Korean Heritage Library

East Asian Library

University of Southern California

University Park

Los Angeles, CA90089-1825

Tel:  213-740-2329 or 213-740-2535

Fax: 213-740-7437

http://www.usc.edu/korea

http://libguides.usc.edu/korea

President

Council on East Asian Libraries

http://www.eastasianlib.org

Cornell: Assistant to the Wason Curator

Description

The Assistant to the Wason curator is a 30-hour per week position. It is a part collections, and part administrative position, reporting to the Wason Curator and providing general assistance and support to the Wason Collection and the Asia Collection on a variety of levels. Responsibilities include working on budget issues, managing office logistics and supplies, compiling statistics, supervising student assistants, providing assistance in the Wason collection and the Asia Reading Room, providing assistance in selecting Korean materials, preparing exhibits and special events, and supporting the Wason Curator with particular, specialized tasks and projects.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills; ability to work independently or in a team setting; proficiency with computers and standard office programs; ability to handle confidential information. Preferred: Solid background knowledge of East Asia, proficiency in Korean; academic library experience; supervisory/managerial experience.

No relocation assistance is provided for this position. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Cornell University, located in Ithaca, New York, is an inclusive, dynamic, and innovative Ivy League university and New York's land-grant institution. Its staff, faculty, and students impart an uncommon sense of larger purpose and contribute creative ideas and best practices to further the university's mission of teaching, research, and outreach.
 

Cornell University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action educator and employer.

U of Minnesota: East Asian Studies Librarian

University of Minnesota

East Asian Studies Librarian

The University Libraries invites applications for an energetic and service-oriented librarian to support research, instruction, and the life-long learning needs of students, faculty, and staff working in East Asian studies and with East Asian-language materials.

Core responsibilities include developing collaborative relationships with academic departments, providing research and instructional support services, developing and managing collections, embedding information literacy principles in core teaching and learning channels, and working in cross-library groups to address the major strategic directions of the Libraries and program needs of the campus.

Required qualifications include an ALA-accredited Masters degree in Library/Information Science or an advanced degree with relevant experience, fluency in Chinese and capability with Japanese and Korean languages. Preferred qualifications include an academic background or library experience in Asian Studies and fluency in Japanese and Korean.

For complete job description and qualifications, and to apply, go to: https://employment.umn.edu/applicants/Central?quickFind=98383

The University of Minnesota is an equal opportunity educator and employer.

LC: Administrative Librarian (Chief, Asian Division)

Job Title: Administrative Librarian (Chief, Asian Division)

Agency: Library Of Congress

Sub Agency: Library of Congress

Job Announcement Number: 110142

Salary Range:	$119,554.00 - $165,300.00 /year
Series & Grade:	SL-1410-99/99
Promotion Potential:	01
Open Period:	Thursday, September 29, 2011 to Monday, November 07, 2011
Position Information:	Open Permanent
Duty Locations:	Washington DC Metro Area, DC
Who May Be Considered:	Anyone may apply - By law, employment at most U.S. Government agencies, including the Library of Congress, is limited to U.S. citizens. However, non-citizens may be hired provided that immigration law and other legal requirements are met, and the Library determines there are no qualified U.S. citizens available for the position.

Job Summary:
The Library of Congress serves the Congress in fulfilling its duties and preserves and promotes knowledge and creativity for the benefit of the American people. It is the nation's oldest federal cultural institution and the world's largest library, with more than 145 million items in its physical collections (including books, manuscripts, prints, photos, film, video, and sound recordings) and almost 20 million items online. Located on Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C., the Library is the home of the U.S. Copyright Office, the Congressional Research Service (CRS), the Law Library of Congress and the National Library Service for the Blind and Physically Handicapped.

The closing date of this announcement has been adjusted to account for the period of time that USAJOBS will be unavailable for use, which is October 6 through October 12, 2011.

The Chief of the Asian Division serves as the Library's primary expert in the provision of reference services related to material in all languages of Asia and the Pacific Islands, about Asian American Studies and the Asian Diaspora.  The Chief receives general policy guidance from the Director, Collections and Services (CS), but has primary managerial and professional responsibility for the growth and direction of the Library's Asian collection as well as public and scholarly research and reference services in the Division, to include electronic as well as on-site service.  The Chief has custodial responsibility for one of the largest Asian language collections in the world and ensures the Library's strategic goals and objectives are met.  The Chief plays a key role in establishing a positive image for the Library, its general collections and services, and its role in the mission of the National Library.

This position is located in the Asian Division, Collections and Services, Library Services.

The position description number for this position is 232219.

Key Requirements:

• See requirements listed below under Qualifications Required.

Major Duties:
As Chief, administers the Division's reference, processing, managerial and administrative staff to attain program goals and objectives; directs the Division's annual budget process and manages budget execution, for appropriated, gift and trust funds; and represents the Division at professional and management meetings. Plans the annual program and activities within the Library Services budget, and establishes short and long range goals and objectives. Determines research and collection development projects for staff, assuring that analog and digital collections are relevant to researcher needs, and that they are served in a timely and efficient manner. Coordinates the Division's security, preservation, and collection and space-management programs.  Determines digitization project priorities through consultation with other Library managers. Develops and recommends policy encompassing the use of materials in the Division's custody, and the provision of reference and research service to meet the needs of the scholars, publishers, and other research communities.

Performs the full range of human resource management functions related to the supervised staff. Sets and clearly communicates performance expectations for staff and oversees performance management principles in accord with Library regulations, procedures and collective bargaining agreements.  Provides informal feedback and periodically assesses staff on organizational performance.  Resolves informal complaints and grievances and takes necessary personnel actions.  Provides advice and counsel to staff and subordinate managers on work and policy matters.

Develops, conceives, plans, and implements policies and guidelines impacting a wide range of emerging, and/or critical agency programs. Interprets new legislation and/or Library strategic goals into program goals, actions, and policies.  Recognized as a Library authority in planning and developing new policies and program objectives with a broad or long-range impact on the Library, as well as the subject fields under the purview of the Asian Division.

Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with various high-level managers and officials, including Members of Congress and their staffs, other legislative and executive agencies, members of the Madison Council, and other executives of major corporations, and distinguished members of the public, including scholars, to advance the mission of the Asian Division and the mission of the Library of Congress, furthering it's strategic goals.

Qualifications:
A candidate's resume must show a proven record of accomplishment that clearly demonstrates the following:

(1) Ability to Lead and Manage a Program/Area of Responsibility**:  Accomplished strategic and operational goals for a department or division and in doing so had the following responsibilities: 1) advising senior level officials, 2) overseeing day to day operations directly or through subordinate managers, 3) working with both internal and external organizations to achieve program goals, 4) evaluating current and proposed programs and operations and recommending actions to initiate, modify, or discontinue projects, 5) developing and integrating policies and processes for own area of responsibility, and 6) planning, acquiring and organizing resources and people.

(2) Ability to Lead People and Manage a Workforce**:  Led, supervised, and managed a diverse staff and in so doing, performed the following activities: 1) identified current and future staffing needs based on organizational goals, objectives, and capacity gaps; 2) recruited and hired staff to meet those needs; 3) communicated performance expectations to staff; 4) conducted periodic performance evaluations; 5) provided advice and counsel to staff, 6) addressed performance and disciplinary issues; 7) delegated or planned and assigned work; 8) provided appropriate training and professional development opportunities to staff; 9) encouraged staff participation in planning and decision making; and 10) identified and implemented methods to improve staff productivity.

(3) Professional knowledge of one or more of the countries, languages and regions covered by the Asian Division**:  Professional knowledge of the countries, languages and regions covered by the division in order to command credibility in the research and information communities, to recognize trends in research, and identify collaborative opportunities with persons from the region.

(4) Ability to Communicate in Writing:  The ability to produce written products related to the responsibilities of the position, such as policies, program goals and objectives, business plans, budget documents, and performance management documents.

(5) Ability to Define and Solve Problems and Make Decisions:  The ability to identify the problem or issue, and to gather, examine, and interpret information to generate effective solutions to problems and make sound decisions.  This includes the ability to seek, logically examine, analyze, interpret, and synthesize information from different sources; generate and evaluate reasonable alternative solutions and the implications, consequences, and benefits of choosing each alternative; select the most promising alternative or course of action; and commit to action, even in uncertain situations.  This includes the willingness to bring issues into the open and attempt to resolve them in a collaborative manner.

(6) Ability to Communicate Orally:  The ability to speak clearly, politely, and under control to peers, staff, managers, supervisors, and external audiences to both provide and seek information.  This also includes actively listening to and understanding information; and listening to and answering questions thoughtfully and completely.
Your resume is important to this application process.  It will be reviewed to determine whether you possess the qualifications referenced above. All applicants are required to submit a resume that provides specific information (to include accomplishments, work experience and education/training) that clearly describes what you would bring to the position.

How You Will Be Evaluated:
The Library of Congress will evaluate applicants using the information provided in your resume.  Reviews are intended to explore applicants' experience, knowledge, and training directly related to the job in order to identify the best qualified applicants for selection.

For Executive Schedule positions, applicants do not need to respond to specific competency questions but will be requested to answer one question related to how they became aware of this job opportunity.
To preview questions please click here.

Benefits:
Please visit our website at www.loc.gov/hr/employment/index.php and click Federal Benefits.

Other Information:
All initial appointments, permanent or indefinite, to the Library of Congress require completion of a one-year probationary period.
In addition, all newly appointed Senior Level executives, from outside the Library as well as from within, must serve a one year
probationary period in accordance with the Library of Congress Regulations (LCRs) 2017.2-1, Senior Level Executive System.

The Library of Congress is an equal opportunity employer. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities who meet eligibility requirements are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applicants must submit a complete application package that is received by the closing date of this announcement.

This agency provides reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

Applicants with disabilities may be considered under special hiring procedures and must submit an appropriate certificate of eligibility when applying for this position.  The date of certification must be within one year of the vacancy closing date. For more information contact the selective placement program coordinator at 202-707-6362 or email spp@loc.gov.  FAILURE TO SUBMIT YOUR CERTIFICATION WILL CAUSE YOUR APPLICATION TO NOT BE CONSIDERED UNDER THE SELECTIVE PLACEMENT PROGRAM.

The Library of Congress is the national library of the United States and is part of the Legislative Branch of the Federal government. As such, all positions are in the excepted service.

Appointment/retention is subject to a favorable evaluation of an appropriate personnel security/suitability investigation.

The selected applicant will be required to file a financial disclosure statement with the House of Representatives, U.S. Congress, in accordance with the provisions of Public Law 95-521, the Ethics in Government Act of 1978.

Relocation expenses may be authorized for the applicant selected under this vacancy announcement.

How To Apply:
Please carefully follow all instructions under the How to Apply tab to ensure that you are considered for the position.

Step 1: If you do not already have one, create a resume on USAJOBS.  Although you must enter your Social Security Number for USAJOBS, this information will not be provided to the Library of Congress.

Step 2: Review the Job Announcement.  We recommend you go to the Qualifications and Evaluations section of the job announcement to review the qualifications listed to ensure that your resume reflects your accomplishments in those areas.

Step 3: Click on the "APPLY ONLINE" button to the right of this announcement. Follow USAJOBS' instructions to access your account and submit your resume.  You will be redirected to the Hiring Management website to complete the application process. If this is your first time in Hiring Management, you will be asked to answer questions related to your eligibility for Federal employment. You will be able to update this information and save it to our account for future announcements.

Step 4: Click on "Submit" after you have completed your application. Once you have submitted your application, you can check your status online through your Hiring Management or MY USAJOBS account.

If you are experiencing any technical difficulty with the online process, you MUST CONTACT THE POINT OF CONTACT FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT BEFORE THE CLOSING DATE. For all technical issues please contact jobhelp@loc.gov , no later than 4:30pm EST of the Closing Date.

Required Documents:
Disabled applicants claiming Schedule A eligibility must submit proof of disability and a certification of job readiness.  If Schedule A is applicable to you, you will not be considered without submitting this documentation.

Contact Information:

Customer Service Center Phone: 202-707-5627 Fax: 000-000-0000 Email: JobHelp@loc.gov

Agency Information: Library of Congress 101 Independence Ave. SE LM-107 Washington, DC 20540 Fax: 000-000-0000

What To Expect Next:
Please review our evaluation process under Qualifications and Evaluations.  You may check the status of your application for this position at any time by logging onto the USAJOBS "My USAJOBS" tab and clicking on "My Applications".  You will receive final notification via e-mail when the vacancy has been filled.

EEO Policy Statement:   http://www.usajobs.gov/eeo

Reasonable Accommodation Policy Statement:   http://www.usajobs.gov/raps

Veterans Information:   http://www.usajobs.gov/vi

Legal and Regulatory Guidance:   http://www.usajobs.gov/lrg

Control Number: 2407806

Selector/Editor, The Current Digest of the Chinese Press

East View Information Services (http://www.eastview.com) seeks a motivated, dynamic and technologically savvy individual to fill the position of Selector/Editor for our Current Digest Division.
Duties and Responsibilities:

• Selecting and condensing articles from the Chinese press for translation and inclusion in a weekly digest;
• Writing headlines for feature articles and entries for the table of contents;
• Editing Chinese-English translations of articles from the Chinese press, including verifying their accuracy;
• Translating Chinese articles into English as needed;
• Coordinating the digest's production schedule and supervising staff as needed;
• Serving as an authority on questions regarding policy, terminology, style, etc.

Qualifications and Skills:

• A college degree (MA preferred) in Chinese, Chinese/East Asian area studies or a related field;
• Ability to efficiently scan and read the Chinese press, condense articles;
• Knowledge of and interest in current Chinese affairs, including economy, military, ecology, education, law, and culture;
• Prior Chinese-English translation experience;
• Prior English-language writing and editing experience;
• Ability to meet weekly deadlines;
• Proficiency in MS Office, familiarity with Adobe InDesign a plus.

About The Current Digest of the Chinese Press:
Published weekly, The Current Digest of the Chinese Press presents a selection of Chinese-language press materials, carefully translated into English. The Current Digest's mission is to provide the reader with a broad picture of the news presented to the Chinese public, be it domestic, regional or international. Features and articles included in The Current Digest are selected with an eye to providing the greatest depth of coverage possible, including both the facts surrounding pivotal events and commentaries on underlying causes, the broader context and potential future developments.

Note: This position is located at East View Information Services' Minneapolis headquarters.

Applications: Candidates should submit a Cover letter, resume and short writing sample to jobs@eastview.com.

East Asian Studies Librarian: The Sheridan Libraries of Johns Hopkins University

The Sheridan Libraries of Johns Hopkins University are seeking an innovative, energetic and forward thinking librarian who is looking for an opportunity to provide service to faculty and students in a research-rich academic environment.  The incumbent will serve as the liaison librarian to the East Asian Studies Program as well as the departments of Anthropology and Political Science.

For more information and to apply, go to http://bit.ly/lbofKj or to http://jobs.jhu.edu and search for job requisition 48770.