New Job Posting: Digital Curator-Journalism/Mass Media

General Overview:  The University of Missouri Libraries seeks a highly motivated professional to exercise leadership in strategically planning, developing, and implementing policies and practices relating to the management, preservation, and access to digital media and historical documents created by the journalism profession and allied organizations.  Principal duties include formulating and executing a cohesive collection development plan for journalism records in all formats.  Leads in the appraisal, inventory, acquisition and storage of journalism collections and works with Missouri School of Journalism staff and faculty to locate and solicit important primary source materials.  Provides curatorial and archival guidance to programs of the Missouri School of Journalism and affiliated organizations. Assists the University Archivist in developing a business plan to create sustainable archival services for journalism associations and organizations.

The position will be filled at the Librarian/Archivist-II level, with salary depending upon the qualifications of the chosen candidate.  Refer to the MU Library Governance Document for further information: http://mulibraries.missouri.edu/staff/admin/hr/Gov_Doc/Governance%20Document_rev2012.pdf

The appointment is renewable annually at the discretion of the University.  Circumstances affecting continued employment include, but are not limited to, work performance, fund availability, and educational priorities.

The position is dual-reporting to both the University Archivist and the Executive Director of the Reynolds Journalism Institute, with guidance from the Journalism Librarian, and with an office in the Missouri School of Journalism or the Reynolds Journalism Institute.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • MLS from an ALA accredited program or a Master’s Degree in a relevant field of study.
  • Course work in archives or records management with digital materials emphasis.
  • Thorough knowledge of archival and records management procedures and processes.
  • Strong customer service orientation and communication and problem solving skills.
  • Demonstrated ability to work independently under general supervision and work with people in a collegial, consultative, and collaborative environment.

Preferred Qualifications: (preference will be given to candidates with the strongest combination of the following qualifications)

  • Knowledge of journalism history, photography, broadcasting or related disciplines.
  • Minimum of one year of experience in an academic library setting dealing with digital records.
  • Professional familiarity with current trends in archival preservation as it relates to media holdings and with issues surrounding the creation and management of digital objects in sound and visual formats.
  • Demonstrated interpersonal experience working in groups and across units.
  • Certification by the Academy of Certified Archivists or other certification program.

Compensation: Salary minimum is $50K, commensurate with qualifications and experience, and includes excellent benefits (medical, dental, vision care, educational) plus generous fringe benefits, such as a 75% tuition waiver.  For more information on the University of Missouri “My Total Rewards” package go to http://www.umsystem.edu/ums/hr/benefits.

To Apply: Preference for applications received by December 15, but applications will be accepted until the position is filled.  Position is available immediately. Only online application materials will be accepted.  To apply, go to MU campus Human Resources office at http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/ and follow instructions to attach a cover letter, resume and the names of three references.  The Job ID # is 8996.

Position Opening: Library Information Assistant

A new position was posted on the Library Employment Opportunities web page 10/22/12.

The position ID number to use to apply with HR is # 8943 on the HR web page. http://hrs.missouri.edu/find-a-job/index.php

* Library Information Assistant – 100% FTE, M-F 8-5; $9.05 Interlibrary Loan Unit – Lending, Access Services Department, Access, Collections and Technical Services Division, Ellis Library

Duties: Process interlibrary lending requests received from other libraries, including obtaining call numbers using MERLIN (the library’s online catalog system). Retrieve books from the stacks utilizing alphanumeric call numbers. Update interlibrary loan requests on the OCLC Interlibrary Loan Subsystem and the RAPID System, using ILLiad on staff’s computer workstation. Check out books in MERLIN. Prepare books for sending including packaging. Assist in other interlibrary lending processes as needed. Work as a member of an efficient team and meet speed and accuracy goals as determined by department.

This position requires some physical stamina and involves moving materials and related physical actions part of the workday.  Must be able to move fully loaded book trucks (at least 200 lbs.). Must be able to read call numbers on books located on shelves at ground level and up to nine feet in height and where lighting is diminished; ladders and footstools are available.

Min. Quals.: A high school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience from which comparable knowledge and abilities can be acquired is necessary.

Six months of responsible office experience is necessary.  Directly related education or training may be substituted for experience.

The ability to type may be necessary depending upon the position available.

Typing speed of 25-30 wpm.

Preferred Quals.: Demonstrated aptitude with clerical skills, attention to detail and ability to work closely with others.  Knowledge of library classification systems, prior library work experience and experience with computers helpful.

Inclement Weather – Campus Closure Policies

In anticipation of winter weather and in preparation for any other campus emergencies, the Business Policy and Procedure Manual 1:010 and UM Human Resources Policy Manual HR217 outline campus closure and pay procedures for University of Missouri.  These policies permit two types of campus closures:  full closure or partial closure.

The policies can be accessed by following the below links:

http://bppm.missouri.edu/chapter1/1_010.html

http://www.umsystem.edu/ums/departments/hr/manual/217.shtml

(Please note: These policies do not apply to staff at MU Health Care)

As a major research campus that has extensive 24/7 operations, MU will not typically close.  Should the Chancellor designate a partial campus closure (e.g., classes are cancelled but many operations remain open), the following pay procedures for staff employees will apply:

  • Employees who do not report to work may cover the absence(s) with paid time off (vacation or personal days) as appropriate.
  • Employees who are able to report to work will receive straight pay. Employees arriving late may use paid time off for the tardiness/absence (lost work time), request a flexible work schedule (if available) or request leave without pay, all with supervisory approval.

While unlikely, a full campus closure could occur in the event of a major disaster or other catastrophic event and the campus would be closed, classes cancelled and administrative and academic operations suspended. Certain continuous operations would be maintained even in the event of a full campus closure. Employees (except those deemed situationally critical) would be directed not to report to work.  In the event of a full campus closure the following pay procedures will apply:

  • Regular employees who are not required to report to work will receive regular pay for up to five days with no reduction to the employee’s paid time off balances.  If the closure continues for more than five days, employees could choose to cover the time off with vacation, personal days or sick leave, as appropriate, based on the situation causing the closure.
  • Regular non-exempt employees (i.e., hourly paid) who are required to report to work during a full campus closure will receive time and a half for all hours actually worked.

Because of the nature of our campus and the need to maintain critical 24/7 operations, the MU campus would designate a full closure only in extreme circumstances.

Departments should designate those positions considered situationally critical and inform employees in advance, if possible, in preparation for a partial or full campus closure.  The designation of situationally critical may differ based on the nature of the situation.

HR Manager Search Committee

HR Manager Search Committee

The Search Committee for the HR Manager position is comprised of  Deb Ward, Chair, and Jackie Blonigen, Cindy Cotner, Gary Cox, Karen Eubanks, Rebecca Graves, Michael Hopkins, and PT Martin.

The job announcement was posted on the University HR web page in August, and several candidates have been identified from the initial posting. This week the vacancy was extended till October 15th to broaden the search with the Missouri Library Association and the AMIGOS Library Consortium.

You are able to view the job description at MU Libraries Employment Opportunities web page http://mulibraries.missouri.edu/staff/admin/jobopps.htm then click on HR Manager.

The Search Committee has met several times, and the next meeting is scheduled for October 17. The Search Committee will schedule interviews to begin in either late October or early November, and hopes to wrap up the interviews by the end of November.

2012-2014 MU Libraries Committee Assignments

I am pleased to announce the following committee assignments for the 12-14 year:

Diversity Action Committee

  • TBD, Coordinator
  • Abbie Brown (11-13)
  • Stephen Clayton (12-14)
  • Darell Schmick (11-13)
  • Sheena Waggoner (12-14)
  • Karen Witt (11-13)
  • Sean Witzman (11-13)
  • contact: brownab@umsystem.edu

Ellis Exhibits Committee

Faculty Lecture Series

  • Brenda Graves-Blevins, Chair(11-13)
  • Suzy Bent (12-14)
  • Goodie Bhullar (12-14)
  • Jackie Blonigen (11-13)
  • Brian Cain (12-14)
  • Shannon Cary (ex officio)
  • Paula Roper (11-13)
  • Sandy Schiefer (12-14)
  • Ernest Shaw (11-13)
  • Deb Ward (11-13)
  • contact: Graves-BlevinsB@missouri.edu

Library Assembly

  • Laura Buck, Chair (2010-13)
  • Sheena Waggoner, Vice-chair (2012-14)
  • Anselm Huelsbergen, Recorder (2012-14)
  • Jack Batterson (2011-14)
  • Rachel Brekhus (2012-14)
  • June DeWeese (2010-13)
  • Dana Houston (2010-13)
  • PT Martin (2010-13)
  • Libby Myre (2011-14)
  • Ashley Nelson (2012-14)
  • Rhonda Whithaus (2012-14)
  • Karen Witt (2011-14)
  • Kate Anderson (ex officio/MULAC Chair)
  • Jim Cogswell (ex officio/LMT)
  • Anne Barker (ex officio/MULAC Chair)
  • Michael Holland (ex officio/LMT)
  • Ann Riley (ex officio/LMT) (co-Recorder)
  • Deb Ward (ex officio/LMT)

Preservation Committee

  • Michaelle Dorsey (ex officio)
  • Michael Holland (ex officio)
  • Ann Riley (ex-officio)
  • Anne Barker (11-13)
  • Jackie Blonigen (11-13)
  • Dorothy Carner (11-13)
  • Sharon Gaughan (11-13)
  • Ruthe Morse (11-13)
  • Libby Myre (11-13)
  • Kathy Peters (12-14)
  • David Walsh (12-14)
  • contact: Morsela@missouri.edu

Staff Development Committee

  • TBD, Coordinator
  • Michael Muchow (12-14)
  • Colleen Smith (11-13)
  • Stephen Stanton (12-14) Acting Coordinator
  • Bette Stuart (12-14)
  • contact:stantons@missouri.edu

Undergraduate Research Paper Contest Committee

  • Anne Barker, Chair (term ends 8/31/13)
  • Gwen Gray (term ends 8/31/13)
  • Alla Barabtarlo (11-13)
  • Goodie Bhullar (11-13)
  • Rachel Brekhus (11-13)
  • Paula Roper (11-13)

I wish to thank each outgoing committee member for contributing their time and for jobs well done.  I also wish to acknowledge the willingness of the new or reappointed members of each committee to step forward.  The MU Libraries rely on volunteers like these to do important work.

 

Jim Cogswell

Director of Libraries

Goodbye to Michael Wyss

Michael Wyss’s last day worked with MU Libraries in F.T. position was 09/27/12.

Length of service:          0 years, 8 mos, 24 days

Start date:                        01/03/2012

Last day worked:            09/27/2012

Department:                   Circulation

Title:                                 Library Information Assistant