July 8, 2011 · 
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Ocean State Libraries (OSL), a consortium of public libraries in Rhode Island, is seeking a consultant to analyze OSL’s current cataloging practices and recommend improvements.
This RFP may be downloaded from OSL’s Website at www.oslri.org/rfp-cataloging. The due date and time for submission of proposals in response to this RFP is Tuesday, July 19, 2011 by 4:00 PM (EDT), as specified in Section VI, Due Date and Proposal Requirements. Late proposals will not be considered.
June 3, 2011 · Print
Ocean State Libraries, Inc. (OSL, Inc.) is seeking a consultant to support and guide development of a Five-year Strategic Plan for OSL, Inc. The resulting Strategic Plan will provide guidance that will improve OSL, Inc.’s ability to serve the needs of OSL’s member libraries. The Strategic Plan also will clarify the services likely to be required by OSL members, prioritize those services, and estimate the resources–including financial, staffing, hardware, and contractual resources—likely to be required for OSL, Inc. to deliver the desired levels of services and support to the member libraries.
This RFP also may be downloaded from OSL Inc.’s Website at www.oslri.org/rfp-strategicplan. The due date and time for submission of proposals in response to this RFP is Wednesday June 15 2011 by 4:00 PM (EDT), as specified in Section VI, Due Date and Proposal Requirements. Late proposals will not be considered.
January 31, 2011 · Print
Joan Gillespie & Pablo Sandoval had a photo opportunity with Governor Chaffee along with representatives from OSHEAN and RIEDC at the RI League of Cities and Towns Convention on January 27, 2011
December 9, 2010 · Print
OSL is pleased to announce that it has issued a Request For Proposals for an Organizational Consulting Project. Please follow the link below to see the RFP and other information regarding our study. The deadline to submit a proposal is Monday, December 20th by 4:00pm.
http://www.oslri.org/rfp-organization/
December 6, 2010 · Print
Part-Time BTOP Grant Trainer (2 trainers will be hired)
SUMMARY:
Through in-depth knowledge of the OSL network and its services, this person works with the Executive Director and Assistant Director to assure that OSL members obtain the fullest possible benefits from their use of OSL’s network and services. This professional position has responsibility for training of OSL members in all aspects of OSL supported functions.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
Learns how to use and teaches how to use OSL’s consortium resources including all EBSCO databases and downloadable technologies. Learns how to use and teaches how to use all AskRI resources including Mango Languages, Learning Express, Tutor.com and Reference USA. Learns and teaches core competencies in Millennium, OSL’s ILS system and particularly learns the public interfaces with Millennium. (including the Classic Catalog, Encore, Patron Registration, Program Registration, Ecommerce). Learns how to record, archive and podcast training sessions and how to use videoconferencing technology to make training sessions available to other libraries in a web-based format. Provides user training on specifics of system software as needed, e.g., for new OSL members, new staff, and new functions, as well as refresher courses as needed. Creates training guides in both print and online formats. Supports OSL member use of the system. Consults with users in problem solving and operational improvements. Will be available on a scheduled basis to assist individual libraries with their training programs. Other tasks as required.
ORGANIZATION: Reports to the Executive Director.
QUALIFICATIONS: Must be fluent in at least Spanish, Portuguese or Italian. Bachelor’s degree required, some teaching experience preferred. Professional library experience including broad knowledge of public and library network automation preferred. Excellent verbal and written communications skills including demonstrated presentation/training skills required. Must be able to work with diverse groups. Valid Rhode Island driver’s license and properly registered and insured motor vehicle required. Must be willing to travel throughout Rhode Island as needed.
Part-time Salary: $25,000.
This will be a part-time position, 19.0 hours per week; no benefits are available. This position is grant-funded and will run for two years. Hours may vary week to week and some evenings and weekends may be required.
Please apply online by sending résumé and letter of application to:
Human Resources: hr@oslri.net
Web site: www.oslri.org
No phone calls, please.
Responses received by 12/21/10 will receive priority consideration. Positions will remain open until filled.
Ocean State Libraries is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law.
