Selling Fiction and Non-fiction Books to Schools (PreK-12) and Libraries

RARE OPPORTUNITY to represent major publishers selling fiction and non-fiction books to schools (PreK-12) and libraries in Florida. We are looking for an assertive, energetic individuals with a desire to succeed by providing school personnel the necessary products and insight to choose the proper material for their school/library population and curriculum. Candidates must have a car. Light travel required. We offer an exclusive territory and full training. Income of $1,000-$1,500/wk is realistic. Sales or education background very helpful. Please reply to sales@rainbowbookcompany.com with resume.

School of Library and Information Studies

The School of Library and Information Studies (SLIS) at the University of Alberta in Edmonton offers an MLIS, joint MLIS/MA (HuCo), joint MBA/MLIS (School of Business) and an interdisciplinary Ph.D program through face-to-face instruction. Most recently, the School has launched an online MLIS. The School is currently inviting applications for part-time sessional instructor appointments during the 2013-2014 academic year. The online MLIS offerings for 2013-2014 may include courses in the following areas:

• Foundations of Library and Information Studies
• Intellectual Freedom & Social Responsibility
• Organization of Information
• Reference and Information Services
• Children’s Literature
• Comic Books and Graphic Novels
• Facilities Planning for Libraries and Information Centres
• Library Services to Children and Young Adults

Interested candidates must have a minimum of a master’s degree in Library and Information Studies (MLIS) and work experience in the area of instruction. Related online teaching experience is strongly preferred. Applicants who are prepared to contribute to our MLIS program through asynchronous distance delivery education should indicate their level of experience and/or interest in developing and teaching a course online.

Salary will be commensurate with experience in accordance with the Contract Academic Staff: Teaching Agreement (CAST).

Please submit a cover letter indicating your area(s) of expertise, curriculum vitae, and the names and phone numbers of two references familiar with your professional or academic teaching experience.

Positions will be filled as suitable candidates are identified. Applications will be kept on file for one year.

Apply Online: http://www.careers.ualberta.ca/Competition/A116220313/

Aman Powar-Grewal

Senior Administrator

School of Library and Information Studies

3-20A Rutherford South

University of Alberta

Edmonton, AB  T6G 2J4

Phone: (780) 492-0373 Fax: (780) 492-2430

aman.powar-grewal@ualberta.ca

www.slis.ualberta.ca

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Content Management Intern
The Content Management Intern will work at Ripley Entertainment Inc. world headquarters in Orlando, Florida. As part of the Intellectual Property/Content Management Team they will assist with both digital asset workflow and physical media tracking.  Ripley content is interesting and unique and ranges from historical Robert Ripley photos to all types of attraction branding and publishing media.  The Content Management Intern will be trained to use our state-of-the-art DAM (digital asset management) system and gain practical experience in content management best practices.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Process incoming digital files (renaming, inspecting, organizing).
2. Upload files to DAM system, keywording and tagging with all relevant metadata.
2. Batch processing of assets as assigned.
3. Run routine quality control checks on processed assets.
4. Inventory video and audio physical media in the Ripley archives, label and sort, enter into spreadsheet, add metadata, and upload in MediaBin.
5. Other duties as identified and assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Education/Training:
Enrolled in a degree program where managing digital assets is a core skillset (Library Science, Digital Arts, Information Technology).  Should be able to show relevant coursework completed.

Experience
• Experience working with digital assets of all types: images, videos, audio, graphics, text-based.
• Experience with Adobe products
• Proficient with Microsoft products
• General computer knowledge
• Working knowledge of cataloging systems and tools for content management.

Role specific abilities/skills
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organized, detail oriented.
• Attention to detail and great follow-up skills essential

This is a paid internship requiring 20-30 hours per week at our Orlando offices. If interested, please forward your resume and a cover letter to Sue DuBois, dubois@ripleys.com

Deadline for submission is June 7, 2013.

The Sarasota County Library System has an opening for a full-time librarian at the Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library in Venice, FL.

The 25,000 sf Jacaranda Library is located in South Venice in a neighborhood where visiting the library is part of the community tradition. The interior includes a 100+ seat meeting room, youth activity room, a computer lab and a variety of assistive low-vision equipment. Programs, for all ages, are well attended and the meeting room is used by numerous community groups. The library grounds feature a walking trail with interpretive signs along a pond.

For more information and to apply for this position click “Search” from this page, https://www.scgov.net/HR/Pages/Career%20Opportunities.aspx.

This posting closes on May 31, 2013.

Of course Goldstein Library is open.  Come on over and join us in our coolness, stuff and fun.

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But our hours this summer, until August 9, are:

Monday-Thursday     8 am – 9 pm
Friday                             8 am – 5 pm
Saturday                        10 am – 5 pm
Sunday                           1 pm – 9 pm