MARK YOUR CALENDAR:

• Today, Friday, June 17th - LSTA grants due at the ISL by 4:30 p.m. Please remember to send a copy of your grant to Rolling Prairie. Best wishes to all applicants.
• Tuesday, June 21, 2005 - Join us at RPLS from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. to celebrate Bob & Paul's retirement.
• Wednesday, July 20, 2005  - RPLS User's Group Meeting at 9:30 at Lincoln Library, Springfield.

CONGRATULATIONS: Angela Thompson, RPLS Consulting Assistant

Speakers will be Tom Rich, Support Services Supervisor at Warren-Newport Public Library District and Tobi Oberman, Head of Circulation Services at Skokie Public Library on behalf of Reaching Forward and Mary Downing, Specialized Services Consultant at the Illinois State Library and Rita McGeary, Training & Events Manager at Prairie Area Library System on behalf of Reaching Forward South.

Topics to be discussed will include the history of support staff conferences in Illinois, what it takes to present a successful conference, and how to develop your own support staff conference.

Please mark your calendars and plan on attending!

The three-week on-line course gives busy professionals the opportunity to learn more about digitization from the convenience of their own computers. Using the Web, participants can access the on-line course materials, have access to a course facilitator and digitization experts, engage in on-line discussions, solve real world digitization problems, and do readings on various aspects of the digitization process. The cost of the course is $300.00 per person.

Courses will be directed towards participants from libraries, museums, archives, and other cultural heritage institutions that are seeking in-depth digitization training to enable them to apply information standards and best practices in their work with cultural heritage materials. Discussions and assignments will focus on the following topics:

* Benefits and costs of digitization projects
* Selection of materials for digitization
* Planning issues including: budgeting, workflow, copyright, storage, and preservation
* Metadata: best practices and creation
* Evaluating, selecting, and purchasing digitization equipment
* Basic scanning and image manipulation
* Delivery and access of digital images

Illinois cultural heritage associations may be able to qualify for a scholarship to cover the cost of either of these courses. To learn more about the "Basics and Beyond" digitization course series and available scholarships or to register for courses, please visit  this website or contact:
Amy Maroso, Project Coordinator
Grainger Engineering Library Information Center
Phone: (217) 244-4946
 

"Basics and Beyond" is funded through a National Leadership Grant from the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

Here is just a sample of some of the LibraryU modules school librarians might find helpful:
* Partners in Learning: Collaboration with Teachers and Librarians
* Evaluating Information Found on the Web
* Weeding as a Part of Collection Management in Your School
* InfoPros -Think 3, Information Literacy
* Shelving with Dewey
* Shelving with LC

Log on to LibraryU and starting earning your CPDUs today.

Completion of high school and a valid Illinois Driver’s License are required. Applicants must pass a physical examination and drug test. Starting salary $8.72 per hour.

Applications may be sent to the attention of Peggy Durst, Executive Assistant. Questions may be addressed to peggyd@rpls.ws.

RPLS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES: The job notices printed in the Prairie News are either submitted to the newsletter editor or taken from a variety of different librarian placement Web pages like the American Library Association and the Illinois Library Association.

LIBRARIAN I- ADULT REFERENCE AND INFORMATION LIBRARIANS, LINCOLN LIBRARY, SPRINGFIELD, IL: Lincoln Library, the public library, is seeking a full-time Librarian I in the Adult Reference & Information Department at the main library for the city of Springfield, Illinois, which serves a population of approximately 114,000. The responsibilities of this reference librarian position are to assist customers in using the library, making the most effective use of materials and information available and answering reference- questions. Other responsibilities include managing a part of the adult material collection, promoting reading through displays and bibliographies and assisting with the library's computer classes. Some evening and weekend work is required. The position requires a master's degree in Library Science.

Minimum Starting Salary Rate: $17.38 hourly

Final date to apply: June 30, 2005 (4:30 p.m.)

DIRECTOR OF THE CHARLES E. BECKER LIBRARY, Springfield College in Illinois, a Benedictine University partner, is accepting applications for the position of Director of the Charles E. Becker Library. This person should hold a master’s degree from an ALA-accredited institution; have experience in library administration; excellent personnel and budget management skills; and have the vision and aptitude for integration of electronic resources. The successful applicant will be able to communicate with adult and traditional-age students; resident and commuter students; and online students.

Salary range: $29,000 - $32,000 depending on education and experience. Please submit resume and three references to hr@sci.edu. Applications will be accepted through July 31, 2005 with an expected start date of August 1, 2005.
 

MEDIA LIBRARIAN, WARRENSBURG HIGH SCHOOL, WARRENSBURG, IL: Job Certification: High School Certificate (6-12)
Standard Special Certificates (K-12)
Duties: Direction of the high school media center. This includes the supervision of a computer lab, the library and the a-v equipment for the school. There is a part-time aid that will also be supervised by the director.
Qualifications: MS in Library Science, HS experience, Follett on-line library system experience.
Contact: Mr. Emmet Aubry, 430 W. North Street, Warrensburg 62573 or by calling (217) 672-3514.

PRESERVATION LIBRARIAN, MILNER LIBRARY, ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY, NORMAL, IL: Coordinates library's preservation program, determines priorities as part of the total library service program.  Additional information (pdf).

Qualifications Required: ALA-accredited master's degree in: library/information science. Knowledge, experience and/or specialized training in the field of preservation and conservation, including technical, physical, and bibliographic aspects. Ability to communicate well and establish rapport with professional and support personnel in the Library and University community. Effective management and supervisory skills.

Salary and Benefits: $40,000 at instructional assistant professor, negotiable depending on education and qualifications. 24 days vacation and 11 paid holidays per year.

Position Available: August 1, 2005

Application Deadline: Initial review of applications will begin on July 5, 2005, and continue until the position is filled.

To Apply: To assure full consideration submit letter, resume, and names of 3 references to Preservation Librarian Search Committee, Illinois State University, Milner Library, Campus Box 8900, Normal, IL 61790-8900.

DIRECTOR OF SPECIAL COLLECTIONS (LIBRARIAN 5), URBANA FREE LIBRARY, URBANA, IL: General responsibilities: Reference; supervision; public relations; archival collection development, including the Local History Online database; and other duties as assigned.

Complete description and application (pdf).

Application deadline: Friday, July 8, 2005, 6:00 p.m.

Salary Range: $44,247 - $57,519

VISITING PRESERVATION SPECIALIST (ACADEMIC PROFESSIONAL), ILLINOIS NEWSPAPER PROJECT, UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS, URBANA-CHAMPAIGN, IL: Position Available: As soon as possible, after closing date. This is a full-time temporary Academic Professional appointment. Annual contract, renewable through April 30, 2007 (phase VII of the Illinois Newspaper Project), with possible renewal through April 30, 2009 (contingent upon availability of NEH funding).

TEACHING MATERIALS CENTER LIBRARIANS, ILLINOIS STATE UNIVERSITY, NORMAL/BLOOMINGTON, IL: Illinois State University Normal/Bloomington Milner Library. This is a 12 month, non tenure track, serve as liaison to Department of Curriculum and Instruction, provide instruction for Children's Literature courses, conduct instruction for general education courses. Oversees collection development and maintenance. Provides reference service including some evening/weekend desk time. Participates in library/university governance. Reports to Education Division Head.

Qualifications: ALA-accredited masters  required, graduate degree in education and/or experience in public schools  strongly preferred, knowledge of print, electronic resources, able to work successfully in collegial environment, commitment to public service, knowledge of media resources and web design.

Salary: $40,000. Standard benefits.

Starts: September 1, 2005. To assure full consideration, submit letter of application, resume, and names of three references by June 30, 2005 to Teaching Materials Center Librarian Search Committee, 8900 Milner Library, Illinois State University, Normal, Illinois 61790-8900. Illinois State University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action university encouraging diversity.

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, LEWIS AND CLARK LIBRARY SYSTEM: The Lewis & Clark Library System (LCLS) Board of Directors invites nominations and applications for the position of Executive Director.  Additional Information (pdf)

Salary Range:
$80,000-$85,000 dependent upon experience and qualifications
Generous fringe benefits 

Application Information:
Review of applications will begin August 16, 2005 and continue until position is filled.  Background checks will be conducted. 

To Apply:
The LCLS Board of Directors requests applicants to send by e-mail as MS Word attachments the following:  a letter of application addressing the above qualifications, current resume, a one-page statement of management philosophy, and three references (including address, telephone, e-mail address, and a statement describing their professional relationship to candidate) to: Bonnie Kilmurray, LCLS Administrative Assistant at edsearch@lcls.org.  Applications may also be sent by U.S. mail to:   
Lewis & Clark Library System
Attention:  Bonnie Kilmurray
425 Goshen Road
Edwardsville, IL 62025 

HIGH SCHOOL LIBRARY MEDIA SPECIALIST, HINCKLEY- BIG ROCK HIGH SCHOOL, HINCKLEY, IL:
Qualifications:
Library Media Specialist: As set by state certification authorities (Masters degree in Library Science desirable)

Salary: Placement on the contractual district salary schedule.

APPLY TO: Mr. Chuck Lawson, Principal
Hinckley-Big Rock High School
700 East Lincoln Highway, Box 1210
Hinckley, IL 60520
Phone: 815/286-7500, ext. 7510; Fax: 815/286-7505

Additional Information (pdf)

UPCOMING WORKSHOPS AT RPLS: You may register for any of these events on-line at RPLS CLeO, if you have any questions please contact Angela at angelat@rpls.ws or (217) 429-2586.

Ed2GO - Rolling Prairie Library System offers six week computer based training courses at your own desktop at a very reasonable cost, which can now be paid online with your credit card or sent directly to RPLS. If you are looking for a way to provide continuing education opportunities for your staff, this is a very cost effect method of delivery. Course offerings include: Internet Courses, Computer Courses, Certification Prep Courses, Writing Courses, Personal Enrichment Courses. Courses are starting on July 19th.

HORIZON REPORTS TRAINING: Session will cover a review of the daily and monthly AdHoc Reports, with a brief explanation of each one; pitfalls when generating; and saving/printing finished reports. Generating and printing various reports in Inventory will also be covered, as well as what numbers from both types of reports can be plugged into annual reports. This workshop is being held at RPLS on July 12th  from 9:00 to 11:30 a.m. It is also being held on July 18th from 1:00 to 3:30 p.m.

SCHOOL LIBRARIANS DAY CAMP: School Librarians join us at RPLS for a full day of information and study. Designed for the "Busy" school librarian. You have to choose the sessions you want to attend. There are two in the morning and two in the afternoon. Come one day or come on two different days to take advantage of all the information. There will be a box lunch, please choose your sandwich type. Cost for the entire day is $10. This workshop is offered on three dates for your convenience:  Thursday, July 14th; and Tuesday, August 16th from 8:30 a.m. too 4:00 p.m.

INTERLIBRARY LOAN THROUGH FIRSTSEARCH: You will learn how to do Inter-Library Loans through FirstSearch including, how to do basic searching, how to make a request, how use the request manager for borrowing and lending.
This workshop is being held at RPLS on June 28th from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 

FIRSTSEARCH/SILC/IO: Pam Ewing, RPLS Staff, will demonstrate and train how to do searches on FirstSearch, the State of Illinois Catalog (SILC) and ILLINET Online (IO). The new interface in FirstSearch will improve your workflow and speed the location of items for your patrons. This workshop is being held at RPLS on June 28th, 30th from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.  It is also being held on June 30th from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

MANIPULATING HORIZON DATA IN EXCEL: Learn to export a variety of Dynix Horizon data (including search results, Item Group Editor results, Circulation Reports, and Inventory reports) to local files. Import those files into Microsoft Excel, and use various features in Excel to arrange and manipulate your data in ways that are useful to you. Includes formatting, sorting, filtering, counting, using subtotals, and options for word processing and printing. Practice with your own data, ask questions, and share your data needs and solutions with the group. Prerequisite: Basic Excel class or equivalent knowledge. This new workshop is being offered at RPLS on July 13th from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. This is also being held on July 21st from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.