Loss in the LTA family

I'm sad to announce the passing of Sharon Ball, a former instructor for CLC's LTA program. Sharon wore many hats, working as a youth librarian, instructor, and liason and grants consultant at NSLS. She was an inspiration for many library workers and will be sadly missed.

• Read more about Sharon: http://www.nsls.info/articles/detail.aspx?articleID=250
• Join NSLS for a Fun Farewell Open House in honor of Sharon: http://www.nsls.info/news/permalink.aspx?itemNo=4314

Job Opportunity - Advocate Christ Medical Center

Library Technical Assistant
Advocate Christ Medical Center (Special Library)

Deadline for applications: 10/05/09

Job Description: All applications must be submitted online. Please do not send applications directly to the Library. You may access the Advocate web site at: www.advocatehealth.com.
Search keyword: Library OR search Job ID Number: 25006-27704
Provides technical support for the Library Network's serials and technical processing operations. Staffs the information/circulation desk and provides reference and bibliographic assistance to library users. Provides general clerical support for office operations. Processes interlibrary loan requests.

Full/Part Time & Hours: Part Time - Hours: 20 hours per week/ Monday thru Friday

Requirements: Associate's Degree, accredited Library Technical Assistant degree. Two years general Library experience. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Proficient in Microsoft applications including Word, Access, Excel and Publisher. Demonstrated customer service skills necessary to interact tactfully and knowledgeably with a diverse group of professions, disciplines and levels of management including physicians, nurses, medical residents and hospital administrators. Ability to train library users in basic photocopy, microform, audiovisual and computer equipment usage. Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to handle a high volume of work with attention to detail, accuracy, and follow-through. Experience using a Library automation system, ExLibris Voyager preferred. Experience assisting library users in accessing electronic resources and the Internet. Experience processing interlibrary loan requests using OCLC. Experience with Docline and Clio a plus.

Salary: Salary commensurate with experience
Contact Information
Victoria Koren4440 W. 95th StreetOak Lawn, IL 604531 (708) 684 5127 (Phone) 1 (708) 684 5135 (Fax) http://www.advocatehealth.com

Job Opportunity - Palatine Public Library District

Library Associate II

Deadline for applications: October 22, 2009

Job Description: Seeking a 20 hour per week Library Associate II in our Popular Materials Department. Primary responsibilities include providing reader’s advisory services to patron of all ages, developing in-house programs for children, creating displays, assisting in maintaining collections, and creating reports as needed. We are looking for an individual that has a general knowledge of and interest in literature and reading. Hours for this position are Monday through Thursday 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Work schedule will require weekend rotation. Position requires working evening hours as needed. Further information, including a complete job description and benefits, is located at www.palatinelibrary.org. Please submit a cover letter, resume and a completed employment application to employment@palatinelibrary.org. Employment application are available on-line, or at each of the library's locations.

Full/Part Time & Hours: Part Time - Hours: Monday through Thursday - 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Requirements: Qualifications require expertise typically acquired through completion of 2 years of college level coursework, Associates Degree, LTA certificate or equivalent; 1-2 years related experience in a public library or comparable business. Experience working with children in group settings preferred. Working knowledge of personal computers and software applications required.

Salary: $12.94 per hour

Contact Information
Palatine Public Library District
700 N. North Court
Palatine, Illinois 60067

Spring 2010 courses

• LTA 121: Introduction to Library Science - Wednesdays from 6:00 to 8:45 pm
• LTA 232: Reference & Information Services - ONLINE
• LTA 252: Administration of School Library Media Center - Wednesdays 6:00 to 8:45 pm
• LTA 274: LTA Workplace and Supervisory Skills - Thursdays from 6:00 to 8:45 pm
• LTA 299: Readers' Advisory Services - Mondays 6:00 to 8:45 pm **NEW COURSE**

Anyone registered in LTA 121 who would like to take an additional LTA course must contact me - achernaik@clcillinois.edu or call 847-543-2460.

Job Opportunity - Oakton Community College

Library Cataloging Specialist
http://www.higheredjobs.com/admin/details.cfm?JobCode=175391822

Oakton Community College - Des Plaines, IL
Full-time
Open until filled
Salary: $36,667 USD Per Year

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Perform preliminary cataloging including selection and adaptation of records for all print and non-print library and audiovisual materials using the online OCLC system; modify all records as necessary for entry into the CARLI/Voyager System (ILLINET Online)
2. Participate in regional and statewide consortia meetings, trainings, and workshops.
3. Do preliminary cataloging and work in cooperation with the Government Information Center, Northwest Municipal Conference; maintain accurate records for access to the federal government depository documents.
4. Maintain currency and users competency in office technology including maintaining the OCLC and ILLINET cataloging network system-wide developments. Update and train staff as needed.
5. Maintain functioning, documentation, and updating of internal OCLC network; upgrade software and use of database capabilities as system-wide upgrading occurs. Monitor, correct, and/or report problems to appropriate sources and work with OCLC system hardware or software technicians as necessary.
6. Maintain and update online catalog records as required. Solve problems related to cataloging records.
7. Maintain knowledge of cataloging standards recognized by international standards organizations.
8. Assess software options for system subsystems and make recommendations for implementation as appropriate.
9. Publish OCC library new books lists.
10. Oversee the processing of collection materials. Work with library faculty and staff as well as that of other departments and agencies to coordinate collection maintenance. Direct original cataloging assignments to faculty catalogers as appropriate.
11. Compile statistics and other information for reports as directed by supervising faculty member.
12. Monitor cataloging area supply budget, ordering and maintaining supplies as needed and advising the designated librarian regarding special needs or circumstances. Provide input on cataloging budget.

Qualifications and Working Conditions:

1. Bachelor's Degree in Liberal Arts and at least one college level cataloging course or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required. Additional LTA experience is desirable
2. Three years of practical hands-on library experience with 6 months of work related to cataloging is required.
3. One year of supervisory experience; including the ability to supervise students, hourly staff and coordinate the efforts of professional catalogers.
4. Computer experience including a familiarity with networks and knowledge of word processing skills are required.
   

Application Information
Contact: Human Resources Oakton Community College
Online App. Form:
http://oakton.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=15339