Historic News Librarian Photos

Tim Rozgonyi, Research Director at the Tampa Bay Times, posted to NewsLib these historical photos from a conference held at the Times many years ago:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/87735201@N07/sets/72157631636992161/

I recognize a few of the librarians in these pictures.  Perhaps this was a gathering of the Florida News Libraries Association?

He also included a cartoon composed many years ago by a former staff artist.  It’s a portrait of the St. Petersburg Times Library:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/87735201@N07/8030295263/in/set-72157631636992161

Check it out!

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Job Posting: Research and Stewardship Coordinator (Duke University)

Research and Stewardship Coordinator

Duke University – Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina Area

Duke University’s Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations (OCFR),
part of Duke’s central Office of University Development, initiates,
and coordinates relationships that support Duke’s teaching, research,
and service mission. Working with administrators, faculty, and
development staff, our staff provides expertise, services, and tools
to successfully connect the university with foundations, businesses,
and industry.

OCFR seeks qualified candidates for the position of Research and
Stewardship Coordinator in its Prospect Research, Management, and
Stewardship (PRMS) function. PRMS provides the following services:
Corporate and foundation (C&F) research and prospect referral
services; C&F prospect management; Stewardship for key C&F donors; and
C&F data analysis and management.

Occupational Summary:

The Research and Stewardship Coordinator a) performs a variety of
duties involved in the collection, interpretation, analysis, and
documentation on corporate and foundation relations (CFR) prospects in
support of CFR fundraising efforts, and b) coordinates and assists
with CFR stewardship activities including, but not limited to:
collaborative, large-scale stewardship reporting, grant reporting, and
other stewardship activities for key C&F donors; and gift
acknowledgement processes for the president and provost.

For more information or to apply:

For more information about this position, please visit the job listing
on the Duke Human Resources web site at:
http://www.hr.duke.edu//jobs/apply/index.php  and reference
requisition number 400646321. To apply, please send cover letter and
resume to: jobs@dev.duke.edu (Please put “Research and Stewardship
Coordinator – CFR” in the subject line). Additional Information about
Duke University Development can be found at http://giving.duke.edu.

Duke University and Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal
Opportunity Employer.

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Job Posting: Information Resource Manager (Middendorf-Kredell Branch Library, O”Fallon, MO)

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

INFORMATION RESOURCE MANAGER
Consumer Health/Government Documents Information Services
MIDDENDORF-KREDELL BRANCH LIBRARY
O’Fallon, MO

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Schedule: Full Time position, Day, evening and Saturday hours as needed

JOB DESCRIPTION

Duties: Manage Consumer Health/Government Documents Information Services,
providing system-wide services and programs, developing and maintaining the
Consumer Health/Government Documents collections, updating and maintaining
relevant information on the District’s web page, and developing and
retaining Community contacts and partnerships. Responsible for marketing
and promoting special collection library materials and services both in the
branch and in the community through presentations, networking, and branch
tours. Position works with Federal Depository Collection guidelines and the
SuDocs cataloging system. Also, some work in the general reference area of
the branch is required. Position performs professional duties requiring the
exercise of professional skill, initiative and independent judgment.

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EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Must have an accredited Masters in Library Science degree, excellent
communication and customer service skills and 3 years relevant experience.
Prefer experience in Consumer Health and/or Government Document issues,
community networking and giving presentations.

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RATE: $58,236 to $70,848 for MLS; $65,508 to $79,704 for second masters.

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DEADLINE: 5:00 pm, Sunday, September 30, 2012
Submit application<http://www.youranswerplace.org/sites/default/files/ckfinder/files/employmentapp.pdf> with cover letter and resume to:

Human Resources
St. Charles City-County Library District
77 Boone Hills Drive
St. Peters, MO 63376

Or as an e-mail attachment to vkrieger-moriarty@stchlibrary.org

Application with cover letter and resume may also be submitted to any
branch.

Applications submitted without a resume and cover letter will not be
considered.  Resumes and cover letters submitted without an application
will not be considered.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

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Job Posting: Senior Prospect Development Analyst (University of California, Irvine)

For more information and to apply go here and search for job number 2012-0618

Position Title: Senior Prospect Development Analyst
Department: University Advancement
Req No.: 2012-0618
Location: UCI Campus – Irvine

Job Summary:
Under the general supervision of the senior director of prospect management and research, the senior prospect development analyst manages information about UC Irvine’s donors and prospective donors with the goal of building lasting philanthropic relationships that benefit both the donor and the University. In partnership with development officers, Prospect Development provides information, knowledge, coordination, and tools that support the campus in achieving its fundraising goals. The unit identifies prospective donors, matches their interests to campus programs, and ensures that prioritized prospective donors are included in development officers’ portfolios. Prospect Development’s research informs prospect strategy, and its ongoing work helps development officers move prospective donors through stages of the fundraising cycle.

Salary: Range $54,504 – $63,360
Work Schedule: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., M-F
Career position.
Final candidate subject to background check.
As a federal contractor, UC Irvine is required to use E-Verify to confirm the work status of individuals assigned to perform substantial work under certain federal contracts/subcontracts.
Please attach your resume.

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More Job Webinars

Debra Bade posted to NewsLib about these Webinars sponsored by the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the Special Libraries Association. They will host a series of seminars about job changes, transferring skills to non-LIS employers and branding yourself. For complete details see http://rockymountain.sla.org/chapter-events/rmsla-virtual-lunch-fall-2012-series-brown-dority/

Here is the Webinar list:

Session 1 – What Do I Do Now? How to Prepare for – and Take Advantage of – Possible Job Changes
October 18, 2012 12:00 noon, Mountain Daylight Time

Session 2 – Transferable Skills: Identifying and Marketing Your Unique Value to Non-LIS Employers
November 15, 2012 12:00 noon, Mountain Standard Time

Session 3 – So Tell Me About Yourself: Personal and Professional Branding for LIS Students and Professionals
December 20, 2012 12:00 noon, Mountain Standard Time

Information about the Webinar fees:

SLA members pay $20 per session, or $50 for the 3-part series. (You save $10!)

Non-members pay $30 per session, or $75 for the 3-part series. (A $15 savings!)

Submit your payment and register for each session using the PayPal and GoToWebinar registration links below. Please allow 48 hours for chapter volunteers to approve your registration.

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Job hunting Webinar

Job hunting?  Changing industries?  SLA is offering a Webinar on October 10th from 1:00 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. ET. It will have research tips for finding out about other companies and industries. The fee is $49 for SLA members and $99 for non-members. For more information, visit Insider Insights: How to Research Companies and Industries as Potential Employers 

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