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We’ve Learned: Job Openings

Job Opening at the Libraries of the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University

The Metadata Librarian provides professional leadership and management to ensure accurate, timely, and effective application of metadata rules and principles in library systems. The position is responsible for providing original cataloging and metadata creation and, in consultation with staff, determining appropriate standards, database maintenance routines, bibliographic quality control and workload distribution. For the job listing including Responsibilities, Qualifications, and Benefits, go here and scroll down to Metadata Librarian in the list. Deadline for application is April 14, 2015

Job Opening at the Hill Museum & Manuscript Library – Saint John’s University

The Metadata Librarian  will manage the content and consistency of OLIVER, HMML’s online manuscript catalog, and work with HMML staff to improve existing and newly created records through authority control and data standardization. The Metadata Librarian will participate in the further development of HMML’s online platforms and their links to digital humanities projects at other institutions. For the job listing including Responsibilities, Qualifications, and Benefits, go here and scroll down to Metadata Librarian, HMML in the list. Currently there is no deadline for application

 

Looking for other library job opportunities?

Did you know that Metronet, the Twin Cities multitype library system, hosts a library jobline on their website where there are library/school media jobs that might be outside of our region? Keep up to date with current job offerings at The Minnesota Libraries Jobline.

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We’ve learned: Jobs and Kudos

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Jobs:

Centracare is looking for a Health Science Library/ Education Assistant. “The Health Science Library/Education Assistant provides a variety of clerical and technical duties of moderate complexity as appropriate to the diverse operations and specialized procedures of the Health Science Library and Education Departments.” Here is a link to the position.

GRRL is looking for a Associate Director of Human Resources. Check out the position description here. The deadline is 3/31/2015.

ECRL is has a few job openings but most notable is the East Central Regional Library Mascot Wearer! They’re looking for someone who is outgoing, energetic and enjoys interacting with people. Get your application in now!

Staffing Changes:

Congratulations to Carolyn Avaire who has accepted the position as the new Hinckley Branch Librarian for East Central Library!

Carolyn has worked for ECRL since 2009, first as a Branch Aide in Mille Lacs Lake and most recently as a Branch Aide in Mora. Carolyn also has experience working at Great River Regional Library, ECRL’s western neighbor. She began her full time position in Hinckley on March 4th.

Awards:

Congratulations to Paul Beckermann, Dassel-Cokato High School, who recently self-published a book of poetry.

 

 

CMLE would like to congratulate the following participants in MLA’s MILE program from the CMLE Region:

  • Carolyn Avair, East Central Regional Library System
  • Roxanne Backowski, St. Cloud State University
  • Sarah Hawkins, East Central Regional Library System
  • Kelly Kraemer, College of St. Benedict | St. John’s University
  • Michael Schnieder, Minnesota School of Business-Elk River

We wish them luck with the MILE program.

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We’ve Learned: Public Library job openings

LightbulbCurrently there are several jobs available at ECRL and GRRL.

East Central Regional Library (ECRL)

  • Branch Library Page (Cambridge Branch)
  • Computer Technician
  • Branch Library Aide (Chisago)

Read job descriptions and requirements.

Great River Regional Library (GRRL)

  • Circulation Aide – (12/10/2014 deadline)
  • Library Assistant (Little Falls/Swanville) – (12/8/2014 deadline)
  • Driver – (12/4/2014 deadline)
  • Library Aide (Melrose) – (12/3/2014 deadline)
  • Library Aide (Royalton) – (12/2/2014 deadline)

Read job descriptions and requirements.

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We've Learned

LightbulbWe’ve Learned….is designed to keep our readers informed about news concerning personnel in Central MN libraries/media centers. With 12 counties to monitor, we need your help! Please contact CMLE at any time you are aware of  staffing changes, job postings, awards, honors, accomplishments….you get the idea!

Awards/Honors

  • Zoma Olson, Elk River High School, received the Media Assistant of the Year Award at the ITEM Conference
  • Pam Beckermann, Dassel-Cokato Middle School, received the Media Specialist of the Year Award at the ITEM Conference
  • ECRL Resource Librarian Sarah Hawkins was elected as co-chair of the Reference and Adult Services Section (RASS) of the Minnesota Library Association at the MLA conference.
  • Barbara Misselt, ECRL Director,  is the new Legislative Committee Chair Elect.
  • Carla Lydon, ECRL Assistant Director, begins her second year as Member at Large of the MLA Board.

Job Opening

Mora Public Schools is seeking a district-wide technician to join their technology staff. See details below. If you know anyone who might be interested, please pass this information on to them.

Applications close October 23, 2014

Applitrack Posting: 

http://www.applitrack.com/mora/onlineapp/default.aspx?AppliTrackJobID=116&ref=

 

Further Documentation:

Posting​:  District Technician 2014 Posting

​Description ​​:  District Technician – Mora Public Schools

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We've Learned: Library Staffing Updates

LightbulbWe’ve Learned….is designed to keep our readers informed about news concerning personnel in Central MN libraries/media centers. With 12 counties to monitor, we need your help! Please contact CMLE at any time you are aware of  staffing changes, job postings, awards, honors, accomplishments….you get the idea!

Changes in Library Staff

  • Mary O Dea is the new Emerging Technologies librarian in the SCSU Library
  • Karen Pundsack is the new Interim Executive Director of Great River Regional Library
  • Julianne Ninteman is the new Media Specialist at Talahi Elementary in St. Cloud.
  • Sara Martini, previously the  media specialist at Talahi Elementary is now at Westwood Elementary in St. Cloud.
  • Diane Crossley, Media Specialist, has moved from Lincoln to Clearview Elementary, Clear Lake
  • Jennifer Dahlstrom-Lage is the new Media Specialist at Lincoln Elementary, St. Cloud.
  • Gwen Toppe, is now the Media Specialist at Big Lake Middle and High School.
  • Krista Mohs is the new librarian at All Saints Academy in St. Joseph

Retirements

  • Sharon Lilke, Media Specialist, has retired from Big Lake Middle School
  • Jan Hasbrouck, Media Specialist, has retired from Westwood Elementary School

Others? What/who have we missed?

 

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