Re: [CODE4LIB] Terrible Drupal vulnerability

[Cary Gordon]

If the site was not patched within a few hours of the announcement, the odds 
are that you will need to rebuild it from a backup made before October 15th. It 
is very difficult to detect a successful exploit, or predict if a back-door 
will be used.

I suggest that your first move should be to contact Bluehost, as they may have 
done the patch for you. If not, please read the rest of this thread. If you 
have more questions or need help, let us know here. I will attempt to address 
any issue that is explored in this forum.

Cary


> On Nov 11, 2014, at 8:40 PM, Heidi P Frank  wrote:
> 
> Hi,
> A colleague and I volunteer for an organization to maintain their website,
> which is a Drupal site hosted on Bluehost, however, neither of us are very
> experienced with Drupal.  So we've been trying to figure out what we need
> to do to prevent the site from being affected by this vulnerability issue,
> and have read a lot of the documentation and tried following the
> instructions to upgrade, etc. but are still having trouble.
> 
> If there is anyone on this list who would be willing to speak with us and
> answer some questions about how we need to proceed, please contact me off
> list.  Any guidance will be much appreciated with numerous Thank You's!
> (i.e., we need some pro bono assistance :)
> 
> cheers,
> Heidi
> 
> Heidi Frank
> Electronic Resources & Special Formats Cataloger
> New York University Libraries
> Knowledge Access & Resources Management Services
> 20 Cooper Square, 3rd Floor
> New York, NY  10003
> 212-998-2499 (office)
> 212-995-4366 (fax)
> h...@nyu.edu
> Skype: hfrank71
> 
> On Sun, Nov 2, 2014 at 1:29 PM, Cary Gordon  wrote:
> 
>> If you can migrate to a maintained service, you could use feeds or migrate
>> to move your content. You could also take that approach on your own
>> new site. Obviously, none of your entities — nodes, menus, users, blocks,
>> taxonomies, etc. — should contain executable code.
>> 
>> I suggest that you do not migrate users or menus, unless you have the
>> ability to validate your data.
>> 
>> I love the internets, but I have learned that nobody should be
>> running public facing services — open-source or other — unless they are
>> prepared to maintain them, including managing a disaster recovery plan and
>> vigilantly monitoring and acting on security notices. If this is not
>> doable, use a service provider to manage it. The days of running services
>> from a computer under a desk are gone.
>> 
>> Cary
>> 
>> On Sunday, November 2, 2014, Hickner, Andrew 
>> wrote:
>> 
>>> I'd be curious to hear how others are proceeding.  We had already planned
>>> to migrate our D7 sites to a centralized Drupal instance offered here at
>>> Yale and this has just accelerated the timetable.  I imagine there are a
>>> lot of libraries running Drupal though who don't have this kind of option
>>> and might not have pre-October 15 backups to revert to (we don't!)
>>> 
>>> 
>>> 
>>> Andy Hickner
>>> Web Services Librarian
>>> Yale University
>>> Cushing/Whitney Medical Library
>>> http://library.medicine.yale.edu/
>>> 
>>> 
>>> From: Code for Libraries [CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU ] on
>>> behalf of Lin, Kun [l...@cua.edu ]
>>> Sent: Friday, October 31, 2014 2:10 PM
>>> To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU 
>>> Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Terrible Drupal vulnerability
>>> 
>>> I think so. However, Cloudflare in their blog post claim they have
>> develop
>>> a way to block the attack immediately when the vulnerability was
>> announced.
>>> Whether or not they know the exploit ahead of time or not, it would be
>> good
>>> to know someone is watching out for you for $20 a month. And you will be
>>> mad if you took Oct 15th off without it. I just check, I patched my
>>> instance on Oct 16th. Not sure what's going to happened.
>>> 
>>> Kun
>>> 
>>> -Original Message-
>>> From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU
>> ]
>>> On Behalf Of Cary Gordon
>>> Sent: Friday, October 31, 2014 1:44 PM
>>> To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU 
>>> Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Terrible Drupal vulnerability
>>> 
>>> The vulnerability was discovered in the course of an audit by
>> SektionEins,
>>> a German security firm, and immediately reported to the Drupal Security
>>> Team. Because this was a pretty obscure vulnerability with no reported
>>> exploits, the team decided to wait until the first scheduled release date
>>> after DrupalCon Amsterdam to put out the notice and patch. Obviously,
>> they
>>> knew that once word of the vulnerability was announced, there would
>>> immediately be a wave of exploits, so they imposed a blackout on any
>>> mention of it before October 15th. I think that they stuck to their word.
>>> 
>>> Of course, attacks started a few hours after the announcement.
>>> 
>>> Cary
>>> 
 On Oct 31, 2014, at 9:38 AM, Joe Hourcle <
>> onei...@grace.nascom.nasa.gov
>>> > wrote:
 
 On Oct 31, 2014, at 11:46 AM, Lin, Kun wrote:
 
> Hi Cary,

Re: [CODE4LIB] Terrible Drupal vulnerability

[Heidi P Frank]

Hi,
A colleague and I volunteer for an organization to maintain their website,
which is a Drupal site hosted on Bluehost, however, neither of us are very
experienced with Drupal.  So we've been trying to figure out what we need
to do to prevent the site from being affected by this vulnerability issue,
and have read a lot of the documentation and tried following the
instructions to upgrade, etc. but are still having trouble.

If there is anyone on this list who would be willing to speak with us and
answer some questions about how we need to proceed, please contact me off
list.  Any guidance will be much appreciated with numerous Thank You's!
 (i.e., we need some pro bono assistance :)

cheers,
Heidi

Heidi Frank
Electronic Resources & Special Formats Cataloger
New York University Libraries
Knowledge Access & Resources Management Services
20 Cooper Square, 3rd Floor
New York, NY  10003
212-998-2499 (office)
212-995-4366 (fax)
h...@nyu.edu
Skype: hfrank71

On Sun, Nov 2, 2014 at 1:29 PM, Cary Gordon  wrote:

> If you can migrate to a maintained service, you could use feeds or migrate
> to move your content. You could also take that approach on your own
> new site. Obviously, none of your entities — nodes, menus, users, blocks,
> taxonomies, etc. — should contain executable code.
>
> I suggest that you do not migrate users or menus, unless you have the
> ability to validate your data.
>
> I love the internets, but I have learned that nobody should be
> running public facing services — open-source or other — unless they are
> prepared to maintain them, including managing a disaster recovery plan and
> vigilantly monitoring and acting on security notices. If this is not
> doable, use a service provider to manage it. The days of running services
> from a computer under a desk are gone.
>
> Cary
>
> On Sunday, November 2, 2014, Hickner, Andrew 
> wrote:
>
> > I'd be curious to hear how others are proceeding.  We had already planned
> > to migrate our D7 sites to a centralized Drupal instance offered here at
> > Yale and this has just accelerated the timetable.  I imagine there are a
> > lot of libraries running Drupal though who don't have this kind of option
> > and might not have pre-October 15 backups to revert to (we don't!)
> >
> >
> >
> > Andy Hickner
> > Web Services Librarian
> > Yale University
> > Cushing/Whitney Medical Library
> > http://library.medicine.yale.edu/
> >
> > 
> > From: Code for Libraries [CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU ] on
> > behalf of Lin, Kun [l...@cua.edu ]
> > Sent: Friday, October 31, 2014 2:10 PM
> > To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU 
> > Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Terrible Drupal vulnerability
> >
> > I think so. However, Cloudflare in their blog post claim they have
> develop
> > a way to block the attack immediately when the vulnerability was
> announced.
> > Whether or not they know the exploit ahead of time or not, it would be
> good
> > to know someone is watching out for you for $20 a month. And you will be
> > mad if you took Oct 15th off without it. I just check, I patched my
> > instance on Oct 16th. Not sure what's going to happened.
> >
> > Kun
> >
> > -Original Message-
> > From: Code for Libraries [mailto:CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU
> ]
> > On Behalf Of Cary Gordon
> > Sent: Friday, October 31, 2014 1:44 PM
> > To: CODE4LIB@LISTSERV.ND.EDU 
> > Subject: Re: [CODE4LIB] Terrible Drupal vulnerability
> >
> > The vulnerability was discovered in the course of an audit by
> SektionEins,
> > a German security firm, and immediately reported to the Drupal Security
> > Team. Because this was a pretty obscure vulnerability with no reported
> > exploits, the team decided to wait until the first scheduled release date
> > after DrupalCon Amsterdam to put out the notice and patch. Obviously,
> they
> > knew that once word of the vulnerability was announced, there would
> > immediately be a wave of exploits, so they imposed a blackout on any
> > mention of it before October 15th. I think that they stuck to their word.
> >
> > Of course, attacks started a few hours after the announcement.
> >
> > Cary
> >
> > > On Oct 31, 2014, at 9:38 AM, Joe Hourcle <
> onei...@grace.nascom.nasa.gov
> > > wrote:
> > >
> > > On Oct 31, 2014, at 11:46 AM, Lin, Kun wrote:
> > >
> > >> Hi Cary,
> > >>
> > >> I don't know from whom. But for the heartbeat vulnerability earlier
> > this year, they as well as some other big providers like Google and
> Amazon
> > were notified and patched before it was announced.
> > >
> > > If they have an employee who contributes to the project, it's possible
> > > that this was discussed on development lists before it was sent down
> > > to user level mailing lists.
> > >
> > > Odds are, there's also  some network of people who are willing to give
> > > things a cursory review / beta test in a more controlled manner before
> > > they're officially released (and might break thousands of websites).
> > > It would make sense that companies wh

[CODE4LIB] Job: Digital Production Lead - Mason Publishing at George Mason University

[jobs]

Digital Production Lead - Mason Publishing
George Mason University
Fairfax

Mason Publishing Group seeks an experienced professional
responsible for the management of and front-line user support for digital
publishing tools and platforms. Mason Publishing Group is a new initiative
that unites the George Mason University Libraries' existing digital publishing
activity with the George Mason University Press to form a new set of
publishing services for the university.

  
  
Successful candidate will:

• Manage the daily operations of our digital publishing tools, including the
institutional repository--Mason Archival Repository Service (MARS)--and our
LUNA digital asset management system;

• Consult with students, faculty and researchers who want to publish materials
in MARS;

• Work closely with our metadata services group to insure consistent metadata
across all digital platforms;

• Assist our Data Services Group with data repository issues and solutions;

• Provide project management responsibility for workflows leading to
production/transformation of e-content for a range of target platforms (e.g.,
e-books, e-journals, print-on-demand services, etc.);

• Work with outside vendors and publishing partners to deliver digital files
and metadata.

  
  
Incumbent supervises the Digital Content Developer and reports to the Head,
Mason Publishing Group.

  
  
Required Qualifications:

• Graduate degree in relevant discipline, such as ALA-Accredited masters in
library or information science, masters in publishing, and/or other advanced
or terminal degree;

• Be familiar with a range of web-based technologies and possess demonstrable
expertise in at least one of the following: XML, XSLT, Java, HTML5, epub, or
CSS;

• Demonstrated success managing and/or developing digital publications and
collections within a library, publisher, or knowledge institution;

• Outstanding analytical, organizational, project, and time management skills
and ability to simultaneously lead multiple projects;

• Ability to set priorities, meet deadlines, and complete tasks and projects
on time and within budget by leveraging demonstrated creative and innovative
problem-solving skills;

• Ability to document relevant policies, procedures, and local standards.

  
  
Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-4 years of professional experience in digital publishing initiatives,
digital collections, or digital repositories;

• Experience working with digital publishing or institutional repository
platform/software (e.g., Fedora, DSpace, Eprints, Digital Commons);

• Knowledge of current metadata standards and understanding of metadata
principles and practices;

• Facility with the Adobe Creative Suite, particularly In-Design (CS5 or
later) a plus;

• Experience in identifying appropriate funding opportunities and in writing
successful grant applications;

• Knowledge of new scholarly publishing models.

  
12-month professional faculty appointment with rank possible, dependent on
qualifications and experience. Health plan options and paid life insurance;
several retirement plans, including TIAA-CREF; 24 vacation days and 12 paid
holidays; tuition waiver for self.

  
Applications must be completed at jobs.gmu.edu



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Project and Production Cataloger, Special Collections at New York University, Division of Libraries

[jobs]

Project and Production Cataloger, Special Collections
New York University, Division of Libraries
New York City

**Description:**  
  
Knowledge Access and Resources Management Services (KARMS) in the NYU Division
of Libraries is seeking a Project and Production Cataloger who will bring
cataloging expertise and goal-oriented direction to the diverse team of
library staff who provide intellectual access to resources selected for
inclusion in the library's collections, particularly the Fales Library and
Special Collections and the Tamiment Library & Robert F. Wagner Labor
Archives. Based in the Metadata Production and Management Department of KARMS,
the Project and Production Cataloger works collaboratively with many levels of
staff in KARMS, in the NYU special collections, and in other subject
collections in which the library collects intensively to enable users to
discover and gain access to the rich resources found in those collections,
while ensuring that cataloging project and production goals are
met. The Project and Production
Cataloger, Special Collections, is a full-time, non-tenure track faculty
position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Librarian of Practice.

  
Under the supervision of the Head of Metadata Production & Management, the
successful candidate will:

  * perform original cataloging for library materials in accord with applicable 
international standards and local policies
  * in close collaboration with special collections curators and selectors for 
other library collections, develop, revise, and document cataloging routines 
that support enhanced intellectual access to library resources in a variety of 
formats
  * train processing assistants and adjunct catalogers in cataloging and 
processing procedures; develop and implement quality control methods; 
coordinate scheduling and work assignments to meet project and production goals 
for individual library collections
  * identify and analyze systems and workflows that could be used to facilitate 
processing and increase production rates; play an active role in a team that 
organizes and analyzes automated cataloging statistics to verify that 
benchmarks are met and designated collection resources are processed on schedule
  * collaborate with other KARMS staff to troubleshoot the export of 
bibliographic data from the NYU integrated library system (currently Ex Libris' 
Aleph) to the OCLC database and other interinstitutional repositories
  * collaborate with KARMS Archival Collections Management Department staff and 
the special collections curators to develop and implement a holistic approach 
to discovery and access across all special collections resources regardless of 
format, as well as to authority work performed for those collections
  * advise on the selection and use of metadata schemes, controlled 
vocabularies, data dictionaries, etc., to deepen access to digitized special 
collections resources in centralized or distributed institutional repositories, 
as these are developed
  
**Qualifications:  
Required Education & Experience**

  * MLS from an ALA-accredited program
  * minimum of three years technical services experience in an academic library
  * strong original cataloging skills
  * bibliographic knowledge of classical and major Western European languages
  * familiarity with international cataloging and metadata standards, e.g., 
AACR2R, DCRMB, RDA, FRBR, MARC21, LCSH, LCC, EAD
  * successful track record of planning, leading, and assessing 
production-oriented projects and of setting and achieving individual and team 
goals
  * awareness of current trends in providing intellectual access to library 
resources and in related emerging technologies
  * proven analytical, organizational, planning, and time-management skills
  * ability to work flexibly and creatively in a rapidly changing environment
  * excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills to 
facilitate interaction with a diverse population of faculty, staff, students, 
and other community members and stakeholders
  * strong service orientation and knowledge of user needs/skill levels.
  
**Preferred Education & Experience**

  * experience with one or more of the suite of Ex Libris products (Primo, 
Aleph, Metalib, SFX) and experience performing data analysis on a variety of 
data formats
  * ability to manage the processes involved in cataloging works in languages 
in vernacular scripts, e.g., Cyrillic, CJK, Arabic, Persian, Hebrew and Yiddish
  * knowledge of repository platforms, current and next generation information 
discovery applications, and open URL resolution systems
  * familiarity with basic acquisitions procedures, such as ordering, 
receiving, and batch loading
  
**New York University Libraries:**  
Libraries at New York University serve the school's 40,000 students and
faculty and contain more than 5 million volumes. New York
University Libraries is a member of the Association of Research Libraries, the
OCLC Rese

[CODE4LIB] Job: Digital Libraries Programmer at University of North Texas Libraries

[jobs]

Digital Libraries Programmer
University of North Texas Libraries
Denton

Providing leadership in innovation and learning, the UNT Libraries
(http://www.library.unt.edu) are an essential force in teaching and research.
The Libraries provide expertise in all areas of scholarship and work to meet
the ever-changing needs of a vibrant, student-centered research university.

  
The Digital Libraries Division supports the UNT Libraries with guidance, web
development, digital preservation, and other digital services. Through
collaborative efforts such as The Portal to Texas History
(http://texashistory.unt.edu ) and the UNT Digital Library
(http://digital.library.unt.edu/) we freely provide digital content to a
worldwide audience. Our software development team implements, maintains, and
enhances the infrastructure of these products with open source components and
open, standards-based protocols and formats.

  
**Job Description **  
  
Working with the Django Web framework and other open source components, you
will contribute to the feature development and upkeep of the content delivery
system in use for The Portal to Texas History (http://texashistory.unt.edu/)
and related products. In addition, you will provide programming support for
our metadata creation and editing systems. You will work collaboratively with
other programmers and technologists in the UNT Libraries to address software
problems and to add and customize features for our products.

  
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  * Developing and maintaining existing Django Web applications hosted by the 
Division
  * Contributing to the development of the "Aubrey" content delivery system
  * Providing programming support for the "Aubrey" metadata editing system
  * Adhering to the unit's version control practices for software development 
and deployment
  * Adhering to the unit's testing practices for software and interfaces
  * Participating in grant and externally funded projects as assigned
  
UNT is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer. It is our policy to
provide Equal Employment Opportunities (including provisions for training,
development, transfer and promotion) for all individuals without regard to
race, sex, religion, color, national origin, disability, or veteran's
status.

  
**Minimum Qualifications **  
  
Bachelor's degree with coursework in computing or information systems and one
year of related computing or programming work experience; or any equivalent
combination of education, training and experience which provides the following
knowledge, skills, and abilities:

  * Considerable knowledge of the methods and equipment used in electronic data 
processing.
  * Skill in writing programs for computer applications.
  * Ability to analyze problems and develop solutions.
  * Ability to perform detailed work accurately.
  * Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships.
  * Ability to communicate clearly, succinctly and effectively both verbally 
and in writing.
  * Knowledge of safe working procedures related to work performed.
**Preferred Qualifications**  
  
The preferred candidate will possess the following additional qualifications:

  * Demonstrated desire to learn new tool sets and programming languages
  * Working knowledge of the Linux operating system
  * Working knowledge of open source tools and environments
  * Working knowledge of version control systems
  * Working knowledge of XML, Apache, MySQL
  * Proficiency in Python, Ruby, or PHP



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Digital Library Software Developer at Purdue University

[jobs]

Digital Library Software Developer
Purdue University
West Lafayette

**Digital Library Software Developer - West Lafayette - Libraries(Job Number: 
1402464)**  
**Job Description**  
  
The Digital Library Software Developer is responsible for gathering
requirements, developing, testing, implementing, and maintaining software to
support digital curation and research data services, in particular, for the
Purdue University Research Repository (PURR, http://purr.purdue.edu), which is
based on HUBzero.

  
**Qualifications**  
  
**Required:**

  * Bachelor's degree in Computer Technology, Computer Science, Library and 
Information Science, or a related field.
  * Proficiency in gathering requirements and evaluating, designing, 
developing, and implementing software.
  * Demonstrated ability of analysis, problem-solving, documentation, and 
communication.
  * Knowledge of computer programming and scripting languages, web design, 
software development lifecycle, databases and information systems.
  * Ability to identify and learn relevant technologies, standards, and 
practices in digital libraries.
  * Demonstrated mastery of one programming language.
  * Leadership competencies include: teamwork, initiative, and innovation.
  * Analyze data and use sound judgment to make decisions.
  * Ability to develop specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and 
accomplish work.
  * Communicate effectively and clearly in both written and oral forms.
  * Interpersonal competencies include: effective teamwork and collaboration.
  * Efficient management of time, utilizing excellent time and project 
management.
  * Analysis of data and use of sound judgment to make decisions.
  * Completion of work with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
  * Effective and clear communication.
  * Development of specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and 
accomplish work.
  * Ability to build productive and respectful relationships with others and 
maintain them over time.
  * Ability to pay attention to detail and concentrate on a task over a period 
of time without being distracted.
  * Customer service competencies include: ability to build and respond 
courteously and effectively to customer needs; ability to addresses shortfalls 
and problems in service delivery; ability to share solutions and improvements 
with others.
  * Change management competencies include: ability to adjust productively to 
and communicate about change; ability to explore and try new ideas, methods, 
and approaches; ability to suggest changes that fit wth unit/Libraries 
strategic plans.
  * Performance development competencies include: ability to take initiative to 
learn new knowledge and skills; receptive to feedback and takes appropriate 
action in response; productively applies new knowledge and skills.
  * Teamwork and collaboration competencies include: skill to communicate 
productively about group decisions; ability to treat coworkers with respect; 
ability to contribute productively to group/unit results.
  * Ability to lift and carry 10 pounds frequently and 20 pounds occasionally.
**Preferred:**

  * Experience with PHP, Joomla, Java, Perl, and/or MySQL.
  * Experience working with library or knowledge management systems.
**Additional Information:**

  * A background check will be required for employment in this position.
  * FLSA: Exempt (Not Eligible for Overtime)
  * Retirement Eligibility: Defined Contribution Waiting Period.
  * Purdue University is an EEO/AA employer. All individuals, including 
minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are 
encouraged to apply.



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Re: [CODE4LIB] Voting for Code4Lib 2015 Prepared Talks begins today!

[Andreas Orphanides]

Signing in... that's worth a try.

On Tue, Nov 11, 2014 at 10:55 AM, Benjamin Florin  wrote:

> I can only see them after logging in.
>
>
> On Tue, Nov 11, 2014 at 10:53 AM, Andreas Orphanides 
> wrote:
>
> > Is anyone else not seeing the titles of the presentations in the
> > diebold-a-tron?
> >
> > On Tue, Nov 11, 2014 at 10:33 AM, Chris Beer  wrote:
> >
> > > The Code4Lib 2015 Program Committee is happy to announce that voting
> > > is now open
> > > for prepared talks.
> > >
> > > To vote, visit http://vote.code4lib.org/election/33, review the
> > > proposals, and
> > > assign points to those presentations you would like to see on the
> program
> > > this year.
> > >
> > > You will need to log in with your code4lib.org account in order to
> vote.
> > > If
> > > you have any issues with your account, please contact Ryan Wick at
> > > ryanw...@gmail.com.
> > >
> > > *Voting will end on Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at 11:59:59 PM PT
> > (GMT-8).*
> > >
> > > The top 10 proposals are guaranteed a slot at the conference. The
> Program
> > > Committee will curate the remainder of the program in an effort to
> ensure
> > > diversity in program content and presenters. Community votes will still
> > > weigh heavily in these decisions.
> > >
> > > The final list of presentations will be announced in early- to
> > > mid-December.
> > >
> > > For more information about Code4Lib 2015, visit
> > > http://code4lib.org/conference/2015/.
> > >
> >
>

Re: [CODE4LIB] Voting for Code4Lib 2015 Prepared Talks begins today!

[Benjamin Florin]

I can only see them after logging in.


On Tue, Nov 11, 2014 at 10:53 AM, Andreas Orphanides 
wrote:

> Is anyone else not seeing the titles of the presentations in the
> diebold-a-tron?
>
> On Tue, Nov 11, 2014 at 10:33 AM, Chris Beer  wrote:
>
> > The Code4Lib 2015 Program Committee is happy to announce that voting
> > is now open
> > for prepared talks.
> >
> > To vote, visit http://vote.code4lib.org/election/33, review the
> > proposals, and
> > assign points to those presentations you would like to see on the program
> > this year.
> >
> > You will need to log in with your code4lib.org account in order to vote.
> > If
> > you have any issues with your account, please contact Ryan Wick at
> > ryanw...@gmail.com.
> >
> > *Voting will end on Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at 11:59:59 PM PT
> (GMT-8).*
> >
> > The top 10 proposals are guaranteed a slot at the conference. The Program
> > Committee will curate the remainder of the program in an effort to ensure
> > diversity in program content and presenters. Community votes will still
> > weigh heavily in these decisions.
> >
> > The final list of presentations will be announced in early- to
> > mid-December.
> >
> > For more information about Code4Lib 2015, visit
> > http://code4lib.org/conference/2015/.
> >
>

Re: [CODE4LIB] Voting for Code4Lib 2015 Prepared Talks begins today!

[Andreas Orphanides]

Is anyone else not seeing the titles of the presentations in the
diebold-a-tron?

On Tue, Nov 11, 2014 at 10:33 AM, Chris Beer  wrote:

> The Code4Lib 2015 Program Committee is happy to announce that voting
> is now open
> for prepared talks.
>
> To vote, visit http://vote.code4lib.org/election/33, review the
> proposals, and
> assign points to those presentations you would like to see on the program
> this year.
>
> You will need to log in with your code4lib.org account in order to vote.
> If
> you have any issues with your account, please contact Ryan Wick at
> ryanw...@gmail.com.
>
> *Voting will end on Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at 11:59:59 PM PT (GMT-8).*
>
> The top 10 proposals are guaranteed a slot at the conference. The Program
> Committee will curate the remainder of the program in an effort to ensure
> diversity in program content and presenters. Community votes will still
> weigh heavily in these decisions.
>
> The final list of presentations will be announced in early- to
> mid-December.
>
> For more information about Code4Lib 2015, visit
> http://code4lib.org/conference/2015/.
>

[CODE4LIB] Voting for Code4Lib 2015 Prepared Talks begins today!

[Chris Beer]

The Code4Lib 2015 Program Committee is happy to announce that voting
is now open
for prepared talks.

To vote, visit http://vote.code4lib.org/election/33, review the proposals, and
assign points to those presentations you would like to see on the program
this year.

You will need to log in with your code4lib.org account in order to vote. If
you have any issues with your account, please contact Ryan Wick at
ryanw...@gmail.com.

*Voting will end on Tuesday, November 25, 2014 at 11:59:59 PM PT (GMT-8).*

The top 10 proposals are guaranteed a slot at the conference. The Program
Committee will curate the remainder of the program in an effort to ensure
diversity in program content and presenters. Community votes will still
weigh heavily in these decisions.

The final list of presentations will be announced in early- to mid-December.

For more information about Code4Lib 2015, visit
http://code4lib.org/conference/2015/.

[CODE4LIB] Job: IT Network Manager at Boston Public Library

[jobs]

IT Network Manager
Boston Public Library
Boston

A leading American historian has called the Boston Public Library (BPL) one of
the five great libraries of the world. Over 3.5 million people visit the
Boston Public Library every year to use its collection of twenty two million
books, maps, manuscripts, photographs, prints, drawings and other items.
Another eight million people connect with the BPL through its website
www.bpl.org to use its services and the growing collection of electronic
resources, downloadable media and digitized rare books, maps and manuscripts.

  
Among its preeminent collections, the BPL holds a First Folio by William
Shakespeare; original music scores by Mozart, Prokofiev and others; and the
personal library of President John Adams. In addition, the
BPL is home to the renowned Norman B. Leventhal Map Center, which includes
over 200,000 historic maps and 5,000 atlases from all over the
world. Over 10,000 programs and classes attract thousands
of residents from across diverse neighborhoods and cultural groups. Award
winning online and in-library homework assistance sessions, literacy classes,
author programs and computer training sessions are also a popular draw.

  
The BPL is a department of the municipal government of Boston and a statutory
charitable organization governed by a board of nine Trustees appointed by the
Mayor.

  
The Boston Public Library is accepting applications for theInformation
Technology (IT) Network Manager to lead the network team and manage the
network and telecommunications infrastructure, and provide network
architecture, IT security, and high level network/security problem resolution
expertise: to ensure a functioning and optimal computing infrastructure across
the Boston Public Library's branch library locations, the central library and
its departments, across both internal and public computing programs and
services, and encompassing all online and onsite IT services.

  
The IT Network Manager directly manages the network staff. The IT Network
Manager will act internally and externally for the IT department as the deputy
CTO as needed and on tasks and projects as assigned. This role will work
closely and collaboratively with the Server, Help Desk, Web Services and
Applications Managers in particular to ensure a well-coordinated delivery of
IT services to internal and external customers. This role is also responsible
for the on-call schedule, team scheduling, oversees personnel, and
participates in strategic and budgetary planning procedures, including BPL's
participation in the Federal eRate program. This is both a hands-on technical
and managerial position. The position is also expected to maintain currency in
cutting edge network and security technology and service delivery models, and
provide appropriate leadership to BPL's IT department in this area.

  
The IT Network Manager is responsible for maintaining the Data Center and
Network inventory; for procuring, supporting and delivering maintenance for
included equipment and software licenses and contracts. They maintain vendor
relationships with key service providers that support and provide technology
and network services for the BPL infrastructure.

  
This role is responsible for the optimal operation of all network and
telecommunications environments. It is also responsible for escalation
management from technical support and directly from partner organizations that
consume services, and does so with a focus on maintaining high levels of
availability and recoverability.

  
Salary: $72,585 - $97,996, DOQ. Competitive benefits.

  
Minimum Qualifications:

  
Education - Bachelor's Degree, and Cisco Certification (CCNA/CCNP) or
equivalent, required; Industry Standard Security Certification (eg. CISSP),
preferred. In exceptional instances, specialized education, training and/or
experience may be substituted for part or all of the educational requirements.

  
Experience - Minimum of at least three years of managing staff in a network
support function, plus at least five years of direct technology-related
experience in the network (routers, switches, services) and/or
telecommunications area (ATM, Frame relay, PRI, MPLS, Fiber Networks & VOIP,
PBX Systems); experience in troubleshooting hardware, software and ability to
diagnose and provide solutions within the IT infrastructure environment.

  
Requirements -Position schedule may require working evenings and weekends.

  
Demonstrated ability to accept responsibility, work under pressure and to
interact positively and efficiently with the public. Demonstrated superior
customer service skills; ability to communicate clearly and in a concise
manner, superior work habits, ability to prioritize work, strong
organizational skills, and good mechanical aptitude. Ability to manage and
lead people, to hire, motivate, and separate from staff successfully, to work
in a changing progressive environment. Demonstrated ability to problem-solve,
time management an

[CODE4LIB] Job: GMR Technlogy Coordinator at University of Illinois at Chicago

[jobs]

GMR Technlogy Coordinator
University of Illinois at Chicago
Chicago

The Technology Coordinator plans and implements the
National Network of Libraries of Medicine (NN/LM) Greater Midwest Region (GMR)
technology awareness program in consultation with other GMR
staff. The NN/LM is a network of libraries and information
centers in the U.S. that provides health professionals and consumers with
timely and convenient access to biomedical and health care information
resources. As the recipient of the NN/LM GMR contract, the
UIC Library of the Health Sciences serves as the Regional Medical Library
(RML) for a ten state regional network consisting of 1100 members. This
position serves as the functional technology lead for the GMR, oversees
technical development of the GMR Web site, and acts as a consultant to Network
members on technology issues.

  
Job Responsibilities:

  * Develop goals and objectives for NN/LM GMR programs relating to technology 
in consultation with other GMR staff. Implement technology program. Evaluate 
and report on progress toward meeting program goals and objectives.
  * Promote awareness and use of new technologies to support improved access to 
electronic health information resources for librarians, health professionals, 
and the public through communication, educational sessions (webinars, classes, 
etc.), and other venues.
  * Monitor industry trends to identify emerging technologies with potential 
applications for GMR member libraries and develop strategies for raising 
awareness of these technologies.
  * Serve as consultant to network members for Internet access and 
connectiServe as the GMR contact librarian for one or more states in the GMR 
region.
  * Responsible for management and usability of the web site. Provide guidance 
for the technical development and maintenance of the GMR Web site. Provide 
oversight of Section 508 compliance for the GMR Web site and web based 
publications.
  * Serve as liaison to the recipients of Technology Improvement awards and 
recipients of other appropriate awards, monitoring progress of projects and 
assuring that final reports are entered into the NN/LM Portal.
  * Serve as the GMR liaison to the Technology Working Group and the Emergency 
Preparedness Working Group
  * Serve as the liaison to the National Network Office, Web-STOC (Web Services 
Technology Operations Center), and NN/LM for programs related to technology.
  * Participate in the Web Developers Group and in the development, 
maintenance, and administration of the GMR Web site and the NN/LM Intranet.
  * Serve as the back-up Portal Administrator for the GMR.
  * May teach classes on specialized topics.
  * Select hardware and software for the NN/LM National Training room and 
provide consultation to the UIC Library Systems department regarding 
maintenance and upgrading of equipment in that room.
  
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

  
Job Knowledge & Skills, Education, Experience:

  * Master's degree in Library/Information Sciences from an American Library 
Association accredited program.
  * Two years' experience in libraries, preferably health sciences libraries.
  * Demonstrated knowledge of web design.
  * Working knowledge of HTML and CSS.
  * Experience with a variety of operating and network systems.
  * Ability to be flexible and creative.
  * Ability to function effectively with groups within the GMR office and with 
network members.
  * Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  * Willingness to travel.
  * Able to transport and set up exhibit materials.
  
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  * Experience with NLM databases and services.
  * Working knowledge of Drupal and Javascript.
  * Teaching and curriculum development experience, experience with distance 
education instruction preferred.



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Data Curation Specialist (2 positions) at University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign

[jobs]

Data Curation Specialist (2 positions)
University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign
Champaign

Positions Available: The expected start date is as soon as possible after the
closing date. These are 12 month, 100% time Academic
Professional positions with the new Research Data Service program
headquartered at the University Library.

  
Duties and Responsibilities: The Research Data Service
seeks innovative, collaborative, and service-oriented professionals for two
Data Curation Specialist positions. The candidates will advance the campus'
Research Data Service program (http://researchdataservice.illinois.edu) by
directly partnering with researchers and units to manage, curate, publish, and
archive research data. This is an exciting opportunity to play a pivotal role
in enabling world-class, data-driven research.

  
Specific areas of activity include but are not limited to:

  * Advise and assist researchers in adoption and adaptation of best practices 
for the management of research data;
  * Utilize experience working with different qualitative and quantitative data 
types and formats including numeric, geospatial, image, and video, etc. to 
effectively steward data;
  * Advise and assist in development of workflows for the creation of metadata 
and provenance information for datasets from a variety of campus research 
efforts;
  * Perform format assessment and migration support;
  * Provide expert analysis of technical requirements; identify and recommend 
potential software and tools for data re-use, management, and curation;
  * Assist researchers in preparation and deposition of datasets into 
institutional or discipline-specific repositories
  
The positions will require the ability to identify and prioritize needs,
establish protocols, and creatively problem-solve both independently and as
part of a team. The candidates will play an important role
in the campus' new Research Data Service at the University Library by
interfacing with campus researchers, data service librarians, and the Research
Data Service group. This will include participating in
continued planning and development of campus-wide services, tools, and
infrastructure for research data as well as applying information science
curation, preservation, and archiving principles.

  
Environment: Headquartered in the University Library, the Research Data
Service is a partnership between the Office of the Vice Chancellor for
Research, the Library, GSLIS, CITES, and NCSA. The service
provides the Illinois Research Community with the expertise, tools, and
infrastructure necessary to manage and steward research data.

  
Qualifications:

Required:

  * Bachelor's degree
  * Two years' experience working in an academic research environment OR an 
advanced degree in an informatics-oriented or research-oriented discipline
  * Data management experience
  * Ability to communicate effectively with researchers from a variety of 
disciplines and backgrounds
  * Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects at once, to set 
priorities, meet deadlines, and work in teams
Preferred:

  * Advanced degree in an informatics-oriented or research-oriented discipline
  * Two or more years of professional experience managing research data 
including compliance with funding agency requirements
  * Familiarity with database or repository structure and development
  * Demonstrated ability to identify and vet resources and tools for data 
sharing, analysis, and archiving
Salary: Salary is competitive and commensurate with credentials and
experience.

  
Terms of Appointment: 100% time. Twelve-month appointment; 24 annual vacation
days; 11 annual paid holidays; 12 annual sick-leave days (cumulative), plus an
additional 13 sick-leave days (non-cumulative) available, if needed, each
year; health insurance requiring a small co-payment is provided to employee
(with the option to purchase coverage for spouse and dependents); required
participation in State Universities Retirement System (SURS) (8% of annual
salary is withheld and is refundable upon termination), with several options
for participation in additional retirement plans; newly-hired employees are
covered by the Medicare portion of Social Security and are subject to its
deduction.

  
Campus & Community: The University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign is a
comprehensive and major public land-grant university (Doctoral/Research
University-Extensive) that is ranked among the best in the world. Chartered in
1867, it provides undergraduate and graduate education in more than 150 fields
of study, conducts theoretical and applied research, and provides public
service to the state and the nation. It employs 3,000 faculty members who
serve 31,000 undergraduates and 12,000 graduate and professional students;
approximately 25% of faculty receives campus-wide recognition each year for
excellence in teaching. More information about the campus is available at
www.illinois.edu. The University is located in the twin cities of C

Re: [CODE4LIB] Code4Lib Israel is in the making !

[Becky Yoose]

Hi Ester and Tulie,

Thank you for the note and glad to hear that you had a successful first
gathering! If you want to add the website to the list of regional groups on
the wiki [1], that would be great.

Everyone,

The local/regional group list is looking a bit... sparse. If you don't see
your local/regional group listed, feel free to add them to the list [1].

[1] http://wiki.code4lib.org/Main_Page#Local_.2F_Regional_Groups

Cheers,
Becky

On Tue, Nov 11, 2014 at 1:03 AM, Esther Guggenheim <
esther.guggenh...@nli.org.il> wrote:

> We held our first meeting as an un-conference this Sunday, 09/11/2014, at
> the library of the Tel Aviv Museum of Arts and we are exited to bring the
> Code4Lib movement to Israel.
>
>
>
> With about 20 participants we gathered requests for topics to discuss, to
> learn and also what everyone has to share with the community. Discussions
> were held on mobile applications, code maintenance, integration of specific
> databases into ILS and library websites, integration of VuFind, and linked
> data/semantic web. Additional topics were suggested and will be discussed
> by email, in future meetings and smaller groups.
>
>
>
> Code4Lib complements other professional organizations and meetings in
> Israel, but is unique in providing a more informal  platform for direct
> exchange. The participants were all enthuastic and we clearly feel there is
> a need for such oppurtunities.
>
>
>
> We have setup a site at https://code4libisrael.wordpress.com/ and we are
> setting up a mailing list. Summaries of the discussions held at the meeting
> (in Hebrew) and photos  will be posted to the site shortly.
>
>
>
> Tulie Amichal  (tu...@tauex.tau.ac.il) Tel
> Aviv University
>
> Esther Guggenheim (esther.guggenh...@nli.org.il esther.guggenh...@nli.org.il>) National Library of Israel
>

[CODE4LIB] Job: System Engineer | at Dumbarton Oaks

[jobs]

System Engineer |
Dumbarton Oaks
Washington, D.C.

The System Engineer has a wide range of responsibilities and oversees
maintenance and administrator of Windows servers. Sets up, configures, tunes,
and troubleshoots servers; upgrades and patches system hardware and software;
maintains backup systems and desktop images; analyzes systems operations for
improving efficiency, working with vendors and Network Operations personnel to
correct problems; acts as a technical resource/advisor for end users; ensures
compliance with industry and standards for system security. Maintains and
administers computer networks and related computing environments including
computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all
configurations. Participates in the rotating "on call" schedule with other
members of the team for providing support to the business and partners.

  
Duties and Responsibilities

  
Administration of the following systems as it relates to major improvements,
enhancements and architectural design and implementation:

  * Window Server Systems
  * Active Directory (Maintenance and Integration)
  * Server Virtualization (VMware)
  * Exchange Administration
  * Backup Systems Administration
  * Data Center Hardware (Server, racks, etc.)
  * Application and Desktop Virtualization (Citrix)
  * Storage Management (Netapp)
  * Endpoint, Server and Network Security Systems
  * Oversee and provide technical direction for installation and configuration 
or server hardware, peripherals, services, settings, directories, storage, etc. 
in accordance with standards and project/operational requirements.
  * Document and maintain system technical standards.
  * Work with team members and vendors to research and recommend innovative 
solutions to meet business requirements on both a project and operational basis.
Basic Qualifications

At least three years' experience in setting up, configuring, tuning, and
troubleshooting servers; upgrading and patching system hardware and software;
maintaining backup systems and desktop images; analyzing systems operations
for improving efficiency; and working with vendors and Network Operations
personnel to correct equipment/service problems. (Must have experience with
cloud concepts (both public and private cloud), Cloud server, storage and
networking systems, AWS or similar.)

  
Additional Qualifications

  
Bachelor's degree and five years of related experience or equivalent.
Comprehensive experience in systems administration with VMware, Windows
servers, as well as OS X and Windows desktops. Solid understanding of
networking fundamentals and security; experience with video encoding and
streaming media is a plus. Must learn new technologies quickly and maintain a
reliable and methodical approach to troubleshooting. Must have a highly
positive customer service orientation, work well with others, a performance
record of reliability and promptness, and a willingness to provide emergency
support off-hours when necessary.



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Manager of Collection Information/Digital Media, at Metropolitan Museum of Art

[jobs]

 Manager of Collection Information/Digital Media,
Metropolitan Museum of Art
New York City

The Manager of Collection Information manages all aspects of the Museum's
collections

management system (TMS) and its implementation. This position has primary
responsibility for managing the Museum's collection cataloguing system, and
plays a critical role in the

development, maintenance, and use of collection information. Working closely
with Museum

staff in Curatorial, Digital Media, IS&T, and the Registrar's office, this
position will define data management needs, provide user support, and will
establish and maintain cataloguing and workflow standards. S/he will oversee
staff on the TMS team and will also collaborate on all projects that require
electronic access to the Museum's collection information.

  
Primary Responsibilities and Duties:

  * Manage the Collection Information Analyst, Associate Collection Information 
Specialist, and Associate Collection Information Manager positions.
  * Collaborate closely with staff in curatorial and registrar departments in 
establishing use of standards and workflow around Museum administrative 
procedures related to acquisitions, loans, exhibition planning, and inventory.
  * Advise on projects that use collection information from TMS. Collaborate 
with IS&T and
  * other Digital Media staff on the support and development of electronic 
resources that use
  * collection information.
  * Lead TMS users meetings and maintain constant and open communication with 
TMS power users.
  * Plan, test, schedule, and implement TMS system upgrades.
  * Lead large-scale data entry and clean-up projects, and support the diverse 
needs of users
  * across the Museum in properly managing documentation on the collection in a 
centralized system.
  * Create custom list views and data views for use in TMS.
  * Create and maintain advanced Crystal Reports for Museum departments.
  * Import and perform global data changes as needed.
  * Serve as primary contact with the vendor and ensure that the system stays 
current with
  * upgrades, and that system improvements are well understood by the Museum's 
users.
  * Stay current on developments utilizing collection data such as LIDO and 
Linked Open Data.
  * Provide support for TMS users as needed.
  * Other related duties
  
Desired Skills and Experience

  * Experience and Skills:
  * Proven expertise with The Museum System (TMS).
  * 4-6 years experience administrating a museum collections management system.
  * Excellent public speaking skills.
  * Excellent interpersonal, organizational, writing, proofreading and 
analytical skills, with
  * meticulous attention to detail.
  * Experience with providing user support and training.
  * Ability to work independently and to multitask.
  
Knowledge and Education:

  * Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred), preferably in Art History, 
Museum Studies, Information Science, or related field.
  * Proficiency with Crystal Reports.
  * Proficiency with Microsoft Excel.
  * Strong relational database skills (Access and SQL Server preferred).
  * Knowledge of published vocabularies including, AAT, ULAN, and TGN.
  * Knowledge of data content standards including CCO and other museum 
information
  * standards.
  * Experience with XSLT, XML.



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Geospatial Resources Librarian at University of California, Los Angeles

[jobs]

Geospatial Resources Librarian
University of California, Los Angeles
Los Angeles

The UCLA Digital Library Program serves as the catalyst for the creation,
management, and delivery of digital content in support of the UCLA Library
mission and goals. The Program provides for the storage and dissemination of
digital objects, including text, images, audio, and video in their various
digital manifestations and combinations. The UCLA Library provides a web
presence for digital collections and projects, and provides storage, backup
and digital preservation support for all digital content accepted into, or
developed by, the Library. Program staff collaborate with faculty, and
instructional and research units across the campus and beyond to develop
integrated and innovative platforms and environments that provide a solid
foundation for 21st century instructional and research activities.

  
As a partner in the creation and dissemination of knowledge, the Collections,
Research and Instructional Services (CRIS) Department of the Charles E. Young
Research Library supports the UCLA community by selecting the resources and
providing the services necessary for world class research and instruction. The
department is home to subject specialists in the humanities and social
sciences, including area studies, government information, and cartographic
resources. These subject specialists serve as liaisons to academic departments
and research units in their areas of responsibility, partnering with faculty
and students on a wide variety of research projects and teaching initiatives.
CRIS librarians and support staff serve the faculty and students in these
disciplines by cultivating research-level collections in a variety of formats,
as well as providing high-level research services, in person, via e-mail, and
digital reference. CRIS librarians actively participate in UCLA Library's
Teaching and Learning Services, taking the lead in the design and delivery of
specialized instruction sessions for upper-division/graduate level courses.

  
CRIS administers the Henry J. Bruman Map Collection, comprising more than
750,500 maps from around the world with particular strengths in Los Angeles
City and Los Angeles County maps from 1850-1950. The collection also includes
atlases, aerial photographs, Sanborn maps, gazetteers, place name literature,
online databases, GIS resources, specialized books, and journals about
cartography.

  
Position Duties

  
Reporting to both the Head of the Digital Library Program and the Humanities
and Social Sciences Team Leader in Collections, Research, and Instructional
Services, the incumbent is responsible for the following duties:

  
Digital Scholarship Development and Support: Provide leadership and planning
support for digital projects with mapping and GIS
components. Provide strategic planning and practical
decision-making for the technical infrastructure for the map and GIS
components of digital projects in support of both teaching and research across
the campus. Collaborate with the Digital Library Program
and Digital Initiatives and Information Technology on the creation of, and
support for, a range of map geo-referencing, map tiling, and online map
delivery services. Serve as project lead or map/GIS lead on
selected digital projects as appropriate. Serve as the
Library's principal consultant on GIS and digital mapping issues to the UCLA
community. Coordinate the Library's interaction and
collaboration with the campus GIS Coordinator. Stay abreast
of developments in GIS and digital mapping services and promote their use in
support of research and instruction. Provide expert advice
on persistence and preservation of GIS and digital mapping resources to
Library units such as Library Special Collections, Digital Library Program,
and Library Preservation. Collaborate with colleagues in
the Library and on campus to provide strategic direction for data management
services.

  
Collection Development and Public Services: Oversee the selection,
organization, and management of geospatial data sources and attribute data,
including geospatial data hosted locally. With the help of
student assistants, manage UCLA Library's collection of analog cartographic
resources, including its extensive print map collection, developing
geospatial/GIS projects to enhance access to analog
collections. Collaborate with the Librarian for Digital
Research and Scholarship, the Social Sciences Data Subject Specialist, and
colleagues from the Cataloging and Metadata Center and the UCLA Digital
Library Program to address user needs relating to cartographic and geospatial
resources. Promote geospatial literacy among UCLA students
and scholars by offering training opportunities, research consultations, and
instruction. Identify opportunities to expose UCLA
Library's extensive map collection through strategic digitization
projects. In collaboration with the campus GIS Coordinator,
work with faculty to integrate geospatial data and ca

[CODE4LIB] Job: User Technology Support Specialist at Swarthmore College

[jobs]

User Technology Support Specialist
Swarthmore College
Swarthmore

The McCabe Library is seeking a customer service-oriented user technology
services specialist to join its Public Services group and partner with the ITS
Client Services Team. The position resides in the Libraries
and reports to the Head of Access and Lending Services in the Libraries with a
dotted line to the Head of Client Services in Information Technology Services.
S/he is responsible for providing all technical support for public computing
in the three main libraries as well as in the Black Cultural
Center. This work includes, but is not limited to,
assistance to users of desktop and mobile devices, printing, scanning,
multimedia equipment and microforms equipment. The User Technology Support
Specialist is also responsible for installing, configuring and troubleshooting
software and hardware issues that arise. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree and
2-4 years of experience in information technology services; Strong technical
skills in Windows and Macintosh, basic skills in networked and wireless
technologies and experience in troubleshooting of computer hardware, printers,
scanners, mobile technologies; Strong analytical, organizational and problem-
solving skills; Must be proactive in his/her approach to customer service;
Swarthmore College actively seeks and welcomes applications from candidates
with exceptional qualifications, particularly those with demonstrable
commitments to a more inclusive society and world. Swarthmore College is an
Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.



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[CODE4LIB] Job: E-Research and Digital Scholarship Services Librarian at University of California, Irvine

[jobs]

E-Research and Digital Scholarship Services Librarian
University of California, Irvine
Irvine

The University of California, Irvine Libraries seeks a collaborative,
creative, proactive, and user-oriented professional for the position
E-Research and Digital Scholarship Services (ERDS) Librarian to develop the
Libraries' role in the research and publication lifecycle of digital
resources. Reporting to the Head of the Collection Development Department, the
incumbent will serve as Head of the E-Research and Digital Scholarship
Services Unit and will be a member of the Collection Development Department.

  
The E-Research and Digital Scholarship Services Unit is being formed within
the Collection Development Department to capitalize on digital services
offered locally and throughout the UC system to assist in the research,
publication, and teaching missions of the University. The Unit will perform
outreach, advertise, educate, and collaborate with faculty and researchers
directly, and through the assistance and education of subject liaisons across
all library departments.

  
Services include but are not limited to:

  * Consultation for grant requirements related to data management, data 
sharing, and publication
  * Consultation regarding UC's open access policy
  * Assistance in data curation
  * Assistance with linked data
  * Educating faculty, researchers, and librarians about impact metrics
  * Providing digital preservation and migration services
  * Providing and/or training researchers on metadata enhancement
  * The unit will be involved in project management, workflow development, and 
provision of ongoing digital services for the scholarly community of UC Irvine 
and the UCI Libraries.
  
Duties and Responsibilities

  
The ERDS Librarian will manage all aspects of the Unit, from strategic
planning to daily operations, effectively coordinating staff and technology
resources, and working with subject specialists, IT professionals, and public
relations staff. The ERDS Librarian will supervise a metadata librarian and a
programmer analyst, and there is a likelihood that the unit will expand.

  
Serving as an advisor to library management, the ERDS Librarian will interact
extensively with other campus units and library departments on issues related
to digital research, outreach, and publishing. The ERDS Librarian will work
with faculty, researchers, librarians, and archivists to promote and support
digital publishing and open access, and will encourage experimentation and
risk-taking in digital scholarship projects as part of professional growth and
innovative services.

  
The ERDS Librarian will act as a resource within the Libraries for digital
services and projects, and will educate librarians and staff about available
digital and data services. The ERDS Librarian will build awareness of and
support for the management and preservation of digital publications and
related materials including research data.

  
The ERDS Librarian will monitor data-related developments on campus and within
the UC system, including the California Digital Library, and will explore ways
that the Libraries can best leverage digital collections, local resources such
as the UCI repository, UCIspace, and staff expertise to support faculty,
researchers, and students in their own research and scholarly activities. The
ERDS Librarian will explore and develop new services in the areas of
e-research and digital scholarship. In addition, the ERDS Librarian will look
for grant opportunities to develop services and expertise in the areas of
digital services, data, and e-research.

  
Qualifications

  
Required:

  * Graduate degree in library science from an ALA-accredited institution or an 
equivalent combination of relevant advanced degree and library experience.
  * Computer science, research data management, digital archives, or GIS 
background.
  * Experience planning and managing projects and project teams.
  * Experience working with faculty, researchers, librarians, and/or archivists.
  * Experience writing, managing, implementing, or contributing to grant 
proposals.
  * Commitment to user-centered library services.
  * Knowledge of emerging trends in digital scholarship, including scholarly 
publishing, open access, and data sharing.
  * Experience working with repositories or data management programs.
  * Excellent interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
  * Ability to think strategically and articulate the evolving role of academic 
libraries to a diverse audience.
  * Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team within a 
dynamically changing environment where consultation, flexibility and 
cooperation are essential.
  * Ability to work creatively, collaboratively, and effectively and to promote 
teamwork, diversity, equality, and inclusiveness within UCI Libraries and the 
campus.
  * Ability to meet the University of California criteria for advancement and 
promotion.
  * Knowledge of

[CODE4LIB] Job: Scholarly Communication Librarian at University of Tennessee

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Scholarly Communication Librarian
University of Tennessee
Knoxville

The Scholarly Communication Librarian is an advocate for new practices in
scholarly communication and helps guide the campus toward innovative and
sustainable methods of dissemination. The librarian raises campus awareness of
trends in scholarly publishing, including open access to the scholarly record,
alternative metrics for measuring research impact, and copyright and fair use.
The librarian works closely with liaison librarians to provide the highest
quality information and user education programs, and in partnership with the
Office of Research and Engagement and the UT Institute of Agriculture Office
of Sponsored Programs, supports campus efforts to ensure compliance with US
funding agency requirements for public access. May serve as liaison to one or
more academic departments or programs.

  
Specific Duties

  * Monitor developments in scholarly communication, open access, institutional 
repositories, and related legislative and funding initiatives, and communicate 
their implications to library and faculty stakeholders.
  * Develop, deliver, and assess the effectiveness of scholarly communications 
workshops, programs, and services for the campus.
  * In collaboration with liaison librarians, implement strategies to recruit 
faculty and student work for inclusion in Trace, UT's institutional repository.
  * Promote the journal publishing capabilities of Trace and assist with ISSN 
registration, DOI assignment, Directory of Open Access Journals registration, 
Creative Commons licensing, etc. for library-supported journals.
  * Work with library staff and vendors to maintain and develop new 
functionality and improved workflows for ingesting a variety of content types 
and research outputs into Trace, and to create and update repository policies, 
procedures, and other repository documentation as needed.
  * Serve as a library resource on copyright, fair use, and compliance issues 
related to open access.
  * Engage in professional development, research, and service activities.
Qualifications

  
Required

  * ALA-accredited master's degree
  * Demonstrated knowledge of institutional repository trends and best practices
  * Demonstrated knowledge of the scholarly publishing enterprise, including 
open access, and author rights
  * Evidence of leadership, initiative, and creativity
  * Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills coupled 
with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
  * Experience planning and delivering workshops, presentations, or classes
  * Commitment to advancing the Libraries' and University's diversity goals as 
demonstrated by past experience or through leadership activities
  * Must be able to meet the University's requirements for promotion and 
tenure, which include research and service components
Preferred

  * Supervisory experience
  * Coursework or experience with copyright or other intellectual property 
rights
  * Demonstrated ability to assess services or collections
  * Experience working with an institutional repository platform such as DSpace 
or Digital Commons
  * Conversant in funding agency requirements for public access to research



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Western North Carolina Library Network Librarian at Appalachian State University

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Western North Carolina Library Network Librarian
Appalachian State University
Boone

The WNCLN Network Librarian provides leadership, direction, and technical
expertise for the Western North Carolina Library Network. Located in the
mountains of North Carolina, the Network is composed of three members of the
University of North Carolina (UNC) System: Appalachian State University,
University of North Carolina Asheville, and Western Carolina University. WNCLN
is an established and successful consortium, noted for a shared governance
structure with broad participation among librarians, archivists, and staff
from the three libraries. The person in this position must combine self-
directed leadership with the practice of seeking input and guidance from
others to achieve successful outcomes for the consortium.

  
Responsibilities of this position include:

  
Administer, support, and enhance a shared integrated library system (ILS)

• Serve as systems administrator for all three libraries and provide
operational support and training on all ILS functions and modules. Maintain
load tables and handle or assist with batch loads and overlays.

• Act as liaison with Innovative Interfaces for all products, including Sierra
and the public catalog. Manage support calls for all ILS issues through their
resolution.

• Assist with the implementation of discovery services, e-resources, and tools
that interface with the catalog, such as link resolvers, A-to-Z tools, ILL
software, and OCLC holdings.

• Identify new modules, products, vendor solutions, or open source strategies
to improve access to WNCLN library resources and collections and liaise with
third party vendors who provide content or authority control to the system.

• Collaborate with campus partners on IT solutions for managing funds, patron
loads, and authentication issues.

  
Facilitate cross-library collaborations

• Support robust methods of communication among libraries, including face-to-
face, listserv, web and teleconferencing, and repositories of decisions,
policies, and toolkits. Regular travel between the three libraries to
facilitate projects and initiatives.

• Serve as a non-voting resource person to Network committees, the Network
Coordinating Council, and the Board of Directors. Play a key role in planning
and coordination of Network technology projects.

• Coordinate and support Network policies and initiatives related to Network
governance, collaboration, resource sharing, systems, access to information,
and technology.

  
Manage and supervise Network operations

• Administer the Network budget and provide clear, helpful communication about
budget issues. Supervise Network staff of 1.5 FTE.

• Design and communicate effective workflows for managing the Network's
systems.

  
Required qualifications are:

  
• An ALA-accredited master's degree in library and information studies.

• Demonstrated experience in managing systems or related technology projects
in an academic library setting.

• Minimum of two years' significant recent experience with and knowledge of
the inner workings of integrated library systems, discovery systems, A-to-Z
tools, link resolvers, and e-resource management tools.

• Knowledge of cataloging and metadata standards such as RDA, MARC21, and XML.

• Excellent oral and written communication skills, including excellence in
project management and fostering collaboration.

• Demonstrated ability to learn and adopt technologies quickly.

• Ability to research, analyze, and communicate issues and options to diverse
audiences, including library administrators, staff, and faculty.

• Ability to exercise collaborative leadership.

• Knowledge and interest in trends and developments in library systems and
technology, particularly in network environments.

• Budget management experience.

• Successful experience training and supervising.



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Asst Professor in Digital Curation at Louisiana State University

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Asst Professor in Digital Curation
Louisiana State University
Baton Rouge

The School of Library & Information Science is seeking to fill a tenure-track
Assistant Professor position in digital curation, with an anticipated start of
August, 2015. The successful candidate will have a joint appointment with the
LSU Center for Computation & Technology (CCT) and will also work
collaboratively in the digital curation initiative on the LSU campus. We are
interested in candidates whose research and teaching expertise are in data
curation, big data incubation, or data sciences (e.g., metadata, data
provenance for data mining, data integration and data fusion for big
data).

  
Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in a related field or equivalent is required by
date of hire. ABD candidates may apply. Candidates should demonstrate a
potential of excellence in research and publications, ability to teach
effectively, and strong communication and interpersonal skills.



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Digital Initiatives Librarian at Fashion Institute of Technology

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Digital Initiatives Librarian
Fashion Institute of Technology
New York City

22/hours per week/daytime hours (M-F between hours of 8am-6pm)

  
The Library at the Fashion Institute of Technology seeks a forward-thinking
individual to serve as Digital Initiatives Librarian. Oversees and directs
digital initiatives related to access, description and content management.
Responsible for metadata creation, analysis and enrichment according to local
and national cataloging and metadata standards in a variety of formats.
Participates in Library research and instructional services and reference
shifts.

  
Required qualifications:

  
ALA-accredited MLS or MLIS and minimum of two (2) years of library experience.
Experience with cataloging in a variety of formats, digital project management
and knowledge of emerging technologies. Excellent interpersonal, analytical
and communication skills.

  
Preferred qualifications:

  
Two (2) years post-MLS professional library experience, experience in academic
libraries, experience with digital image databases, video content management,
scripting, non-MARC metadata formats and programming languages.



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Information Librarian / Digital Learning & Emerging Technologies at Northwest Missouri State University

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Information Librarian / Digital Learning & Emerging Technologies
Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville

The Information Librarian / Digital Learning & Emerging Technologies position
is a highly collaborative and service-oriented position. The primary role is
to identify learning and engagement opportunities to support student research
and promote success, explore and implement emerging information technologies
to advance library services, and improve access to online resource. The
librarian teaches in the library information literacy curriculum, contributes
to library's web services, serves as a liaison to academic departments, and
provides research service, which includes evening and weekend hours.

  
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  * Lead cross-functional library marketing group to plan, develop, expand, and 
evaluate internal marketing strategies to promote increased awareness and 
impact of library services and resources through department, campus, and 
outreach opportunities by employing informed, contemporary, innovative 
communication/advertising print and social media best practices.
  * Collaborates with library and University colleagues to employ industry best 
practices, and consistent technical standards to monitor and improve the 
library's web design to provide an accessible, innovative, user-friendly web 
site.
  * Partners with University Relations for external marketing initiatives
  * Serve as liaison to a number of disciplines, monitor collection development 
and collaborate with university colleagues on procurement of appropriate 
materials to support curriculum and research in those areas.
  * Partner with co-workers and academic faculty to deliver general education 
and subject-specific academic research instruction in-person and online, 
utilizing course management software, responsive web development tools, and 
library course guides to create research content for the curriculum and online 
instructional materials supporting departmental mission and vision for academic 
achievement.
  * Effectively assist patrons with their information needs through 
personalized face-to-face and virtual research services.
  * Serve on library, institutional, and consortial working groups as necessary.
  * Perform other duties as assigned
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

  * Education: ALA accredited MLS/MLIS
  * Experience: Experience in an academic library setting; demonstrated 
experience in completing projects in a team environment;
  * Skills: Strong customer service, organizational, communication, and 
interpersonal skills; strong analytical abilities
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  * Education: ALA accredited MLS/MLIS with a 2nd master's degree
  * Experience: Three to five years of experience in an academic library; 
experience supervising student employees
  * Skills: Exceptional customer service, organizational, communication, and 
interpersonal skills; excellent analytical abilities



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Archivist/Digital Data Specialist at University of Pennsylvania

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Archivist/Digital Data Specialist
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia

The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia,
is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This
historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities
in the annual U.S. News & World Report survey. Penn has 12 highly-regarded
schools that provide opportunities for undergraduate, graduate and continuing
education, all influenced by Penn's distinctive interdisciplinary approach to
scholarship and learning.

Penn offers a unique working environment within the city of Philadelphia. The
University is situated on a beautiful urban campus, with easy access to a
range of educational, cultural, and recreational activities. With its
historical significance and landmarks, lively cultural offerings, and wide
variety of atmospheres, Philadelphia is the perfect place to call home for
work and play.

The University offers a competitive benefits package that includes excellent
healthcare and tuition benefits for employees and their families, generous
retirement benefits, a wide variety of professional development opportunities,
supportive work and family benefits, a wealth of health and wellness programs
and resources, and much more.

  
Duties

Work with ASC librarian and ASC IT staff to manage the School's digital
archives. Reports to the librarian. Consults with IT director and staff and
other archivists at the University. Archivist will develop and implement a
comprehensive archival program for the School's archives, evaluating new and
existing collections and integrating them into the resource environment.

  
The work addresses but is not limited to arrangement, description,
presentation, access and security of paper, photographs, video and other
record formats including born-digital items. Work requires application of
appropriate archival best practices and national standards. The archivist will
follow new and emerging preservation and exhibit technologies and analyze
their potential application to the current digital data management scheme.

  
This position is a two-year term appointment - January 2015 to January 2017.

  
Qualifications

Master's degree in information science or equivalent degree with formal
training in archival theory and practice. Archival education and training may
be substituted for a library/information science degree.

  
* Demonstrated knowledge of current national data content and structure 
standards related to the archival control of collection materials.  
  
* Demonstrated knowledge of archival and library management systems, 
specifically Omeka.  
  
* Strong working knowledge of EAD, HTML, XML (including experience writing and 
maintaining XSL style sheets), DACS; familiarity with MARC, AACR2, RDA, LCSH 
and LC cataloging standards.  
  
* Demonstrated job or school experience with basic preservation and 
conservation standards for archival storage.  
  
* Working knowledge of digital humanities practices and trends.  
  
* Demonstrated excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.  
  
* Experience working collaboratively and independently within a complex 
organization.  
  
* Ability to manage a variety of tasks and multiple priorities, with attention 
to detail and follow-through.  
  
* Knowledge of the social sciences as demonstrated through academic course work 
preferred. 



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[CODE4LIB] Job: Digital Liberal Arts Librarian at Hope College

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Digital Liberal Arts Librarian
Hope College
Holland

Hope College seeks a Digital Liberal Arts Librarian to enhance the liberal
arts by empowering faculty, librarians, and students to make full and better
use of digital technologies that are reshaping pedagogical approaches and
transforming research. Position is designed to allow the library to better
support and inspire classroom and library faculty by providing personal
assistance, workshop training, and tools to encourage integration of digital
technologies into pedagogy.

  
Qualifications

  * Masters in Library and Information Science or equivalent
  * Second Master's degree or Ph.D. desirable (field open)
  * Background in instructional design, instructional technology, digital 
humanities, educational technology or related field
  * At least two years experience teaching with technology
  * Familiarity with the concept of information literacy and the ACRL 
Competency Standards
  * Ability to seek out and learn/master new technology
  * Demonstrated successful experiences in collaborative working environments
  * Highly developed communication skills, both oral and written
  * Commitment to the character and goals of a liberal arts college with a 
Christian perspective and specifically, to Hope College's mission



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[CODE4LIB] Job: HathiTrust Research Center Digital Humanities Specialist at University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign

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HathiTrust Research Center Digital Humanities Specialist
University of Illinois at Urbana–Champaign
Champaign

Position available immediately. This is a full-time visiting academic
professional appointment in the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Library, funded for two years with the possibility of renewal or being made
permanent.

  
Responsibilities will include planning, implementation and continuous design
and development of training materials and educational workshops (both face-to-
face and remote) and outreach activities in support of the usage of HTRC tools
and datasets. The successful candidate will focus on supporting the
development of HTRC research services at HathiTrust member institutions, and
will collaborate with public services and data services librarians at
HathiTrust member institutions on developing support services for digital
humanities research with HTRC corpus. The specialist will work closely with
the English and Digital Humanities Librarian at the University of Illinois
Library to develop research data services for the humanities, with particular
emphasis on the HTRC corpus and tools.

  
Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's degree in a humanities
discipline or information science field, and two years of experience working
in a related field; demonstrated experience in instructional design and in
providing workshops or other instruction;; effective oral and written
communication skills in a variety of modes; knowledge of or experience with
one of more of the technologies used to support text mining, topic modeling,
or, such as R and related analysis tools; the ability to work independently as
well as collaboratively in a team environment; excellent organizational skills
and a demonstrable ability to manage multiple priorities; familiarity with
content management systems and website management; the ability to remain
conversant with newly evolving technologies. See
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[CODE4LIB] Job: User Interface Designer at Illinois State University

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User Interface Designer
Illinois State University
Normal

Milner Library seeks an individual who understands and is able to articulate
what a great library user experience should be, and who has the desire and
ability to translate that knowledge into practice by designing compelling user
interfaces. The User Interface designer will provide interaction design
services to a variety of technology-based projects and works with stakeholders
across library's departments to understand requirements in order to design
web-based user interfaces, mobile user interfaces, and online visual elements.
The ideal candidate will engage colleagues to propose new solutions to complex
user-centered design problems, articulate design decisions clearly and do both
concept and execute design. In addition, they will also thrive in a work
environment that requires strong problem solving skills and independent self-
direction, coupled with an aptitude for team collaboration and open
communication. This individual excels at providing both highly analytical, as
well as highly creative ideas to a design engagement. A thorough understanding
of contemporary user-centered design methodologies is a
must.

  
Required Qualifications

  
1. Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts, Graphics or Visual Communications, or
Interaction Design (verified through
transcript)Minimum four (4) years of
professional level user interface design work experience (as demonstrated by a
portfolio).

2. Two (2) years experience with Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign,
Fireworks and associated design tools.

3. Exceptional design skills, production value and attention to detail.

4. Strong conceptualization ability, strong visual communication ability,
drawing skills and sketchbook technique

5. Ability to create wireframes as well as visual design comps.

6. Experience with user interface design patterns and standard UCD
methodologies.

7. Strong written and verbal communication skills.

8. An overall good sense of project/time management.

9. If this position is Security Sensitive or if you are subject to a criminal
background investigation based on University policy, employment is contingent
upon you passing a satisfactory criminal background investigation. You may not
begin work until the criminal background investigation results have been
received and cleared by Human Resources.

  
Desired Qualifications:

1. Master's degree in Library Science, Management and Information Systems,
Computer Science, Human Computer Interaction Design, Graphic Design or related
design field.

2. Knowledge and experience with academic libraries or higher education work
environments preferred.

3. Experience working with digital content management systems commonly used in
academic libraries and higher education.

4. Experiences with Mac OS.

5. Strong working knowledge of HTML, CSS, Javascript/JQuery.

6. Motion graphics design and production.

7. Video and sound editing.

  



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