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daemon@ATHENA.MIT.EDU (Public-Access Computer Systems For)
Thu Oct 2 20:37:36 1997
Date: Thu, 02 Oct 1997 16:57:24 -0500
From: Public-Access Computer Systems Forum <LIBPACS@UHUPVM1.UH.EDU>
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3 Messages, 300 Lines
1) Staff Development Specialist, Arlington County PL (VA)
2) Chinese Cataloger/Selector, University of Pittsburgh
3) Reference/Lib Instruction Libn (2 Positions), Univ of Pittsburgh
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From: Elizabeth Fry <efry@capcon.net>
This message is being posted to PUBLIB, PACS-L, and LIBREF.
Position:
STAFF DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST*
(Part-Time: 20 hours per week)
Department of Libraries
FILING:
Applications must be submitted no later than 5:00 p.m. on the closing date to:
Department of Personnel
#1 Courthouse Plaza, Suite #511
2100 Clarendon Boulevard
Arlington, Virginia 22201
FURTHER Weekdays 8 - 5: (703) 358-3500
INFORMATION: (New) 24-HOUR JOB LINE: (703) 358-3363
TTY Users: (703) 358-4613
(24-HOUR Message - staffed 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. weekdays)
Announcement No: 1505-8B-LIB
Salary: $16.89 per hour**
Closing Date: OCTOBER 16, 1997
Work Hours: 20 hours per week, schedule is flexible and will be determined
upon hire.
Worksite Location: 1015 N. Quincy Street.
* * * SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONNAIRE REQUIRED * * *
(Form attached)
NOTE: This is a reannouncement. If you have already applied for this position
under the former closing date of 09/11/97, there is no need to reapply unless
you wish to update your application.
KIND OF WORK: This is a professional position in the Department of Libraries
responsible for developing, planning and managing the Department's staff
development and training program. The Department is undergoing numerous
process and philosophical transformations having converted recently to a new
online catalog and information system, becoming more reliant on the Internet
and other technical resources and moving toward managing units as small
businesses for the purpose of achieving a High Performance Organization.
Specific duties include: assessing the technical and developmental training
needs of individuals and groups; working with individuals and their
supervisors, or workgroups to craft a comprehensive training plan that
includes: the type of training needed, most effective and feasible training
mode, and the appropriate training mechanism; developing and conducting
training in the areas of facilitation, process reengineering, strategic
planning and team building; and managing the Department's training budget. The
employee will also be responsible for seeking and evaluating outside training
resources and creating and distributing a bulletin of available training
opportunities. The employee will work closely and receive supervision from the
Administrative Services Division Chief. The employee may be required to
operate a County vehicle to perform assigned duties away from the primary
worksite.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To be considered for this position, you must meet
minimum qualifications. Applicants who also meet desirable qualifications will
be given preference. An incomplete application form may be cause for
rejection.
MINIMUM: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration,
Personnel Administration, Psychology or related field plus one and a half
years' of progressively responsible experience in program administration and/or
management in the area of training/staff development.
NOTE: See Special Requirements below for qualifications required by date of
appointment or within a specific timeframe.
SUBSTITUTION: Additional qualifying experience may substitute for the
education requirement on a year for year basis.
DESIRABLE: Preference may be given to candidates with one or more of the
following: a) experience creating and conducting training in the areas of
facilitation, process reengineering, team building and strategic planning; b)
experience managing a formal training program; c) experience delivering staff
development programs in a customer serviceenvironment; and/or d) experience
with Microsoft Office products and/or Windows.
EXAMINATION MAY INCLUDE ONE OR MORE OF THE FOLLOWING: (1) Evaluation of
Training and Experience; (2) Written and Oral Examination; (3) Performance
Test; (4) Personal Interview; (5) Physical Examination; (6) Group Discussion
Exam.
"An Equal Opportunity Employer/Reasonable Accommodation Upon Request"
Prohibition of Discrimination: Discrimination against any person in any
practice or procedure in advertising, recruitment, referral, testing, hiring,
transfer, promotion or any other term, condition, or privilege of employment
which limits or adversely affects employment opportunities, because of
political or religious options or affiliation, or because of race, color,
sex, national origin, marital status, pregnancy, parenthood, age, sexual
orientation, status as a Vietnam Era Veteran or handicap which is unrelated to
the person's occupational qualifications or any other non-merit factor which is
not a bona fide occupational qualification, is prohibited; provided that
nothing in this section is intended to prohibit the County from taking
reasonable affirmative action to eliminate the effect of discrimination." See
back of announcement for explanation of Employment Discrimination Appeal
Procedures.
Posted: September 25, 1997 skm
Arlington County is a Drug-Free Workplace
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: The applicant must possess, or obtain by the time of
appointment, a valid motor vehicle operator's license from the applicant's
place of residence or the applicant must have the ability and willingness to
use alternative methods of transportation to perform assigned duties and
responsibilities at locations other than the primary worksite. If the
applicant possesses or acquires a license, the applicant must authorize
Arlington County to obtain, or the applicant must provide, a copy of the
applicant's official state/district driving record. Any offer of employment
may be contingent upon a favorable review of the applicant's driving record.
* The official title of this position is Management Specialist
II.
** The salary scale (grade 9) for this position is from $16.89 per hour (normal
entrance) to $23.83 per hour (maximum). With satisfactory performance,
employees are considered for periodic (step) increases up to the maximum of the
range. The probationary period for this position is one year.
STAFF DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
Supplemental Questionnaire
1508-8B-LIB
NAME:
SSN:
The following supplemental questionnaire will be used to allow us to give
applicants the maximum possible credit for any experience which may meet one or
more of the desirable qualification requirements for this position. Please be
as complete and concise as possible in listing your background experience in
these areas. Candidates judged to meet several of these desirable requirements
may be considered before other applicants for the job. Space is given
following each question for your answer (may be handwritten). Should you need
more space, please use the back of the sheets.
1. Please describe in detail your experience creating and conducting
training in the areas of: facilitation; process reengineering, team
building and strategic planning.
2. Please describe in detail your experience managing a formal training
program.
3. Please describe in detail your experience delivering staff development
programs in a customer service environment.
4. Please describe in detail your experience with Microsoft Office
products and/or Windows.
Posted for Arlington County by:
Elizabeth Fry
Government Reference Librarian
Arlington County Public Library
2100 Clarendon Boulevard, Suite 406
Arlington, VA 22201
703-358-3352
FAX: 703-358-3354
efry@capcon.net
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From: William K Gentz <gentz+@pitt.edu>
Chinese Cataloger/Selector
East Asian Library
University of Pittsburgh
The University Library System is recruiting for the position of
Chinese Cataloger/Selector of the East Asian Library. The East Asian
Library contains over 211,000 volumes (monographs and periodicals), 1,900
serials titles, over 7,000 reels of microfilm, and 150 newspapers in
Chinese, Japanese, Korean, English and Cambodian. Responsibilities
include original and complex copy cataloging of Chinese language materials
in all formats using AACR2, LC classification, LCSH, LCRI, USMARC, OCLC
CJK PLUS system and other on-line facilities; authority work on Chinese
headings for both local and national databases; assisting the Head of East
Asian Library in the selection and acquisitions of Chinese language books
and serials, and providing reference and bibliographic instruction
Required: ALA-accredited MLS (or recognized equivalent); strong
commitment to service; excellent ability to read, write, and speak
Chinese; knowledge of AACR2, LCRI, LC Classification, LCSH and USMARC
formats; familiarity with OCLC or RLIN CJK system; good oral and written
communications in English; interpersonal skills to work effectively in a
team environment; knowledge of Chinese history, literature, and culture;
knowledge of collection development and management of both print and
electronic resources and networks including Internet. Preferred:
Additional advanced research degree or substantial education in an
appropriate field of Chinese studies; experience in an academic or
research library; experience with CJK bibliographic systems and strong
computer skills.
Salary: $30,000. Comprehensive benefits package including 23 vacation
days/year; BC/BS; TIAA-CREF/Vanguard; and tuition assistance.
To apply: Submit letter of application (citing position) and a resume
with the names/addresses/phone numbers of three references to: William
Gentz, Personnel Librarian, 271 Hillman Library, University of Pittsburgh,
PA 15260. Applications received by November 1, 1997 will receive primary
consideration. Additional information about the ULS may be found at:
http://www.library.pitt.edu.
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William K. Gentz
Personnel Librarian
Administration and Planning
University Library System
University of Pittsburgh
271 Hillman Library
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
Phone: (412) 648-7710
E-mail: gentz+@pitt.edu
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From: William K Gentz <gentz+@pitt.edu>
Position Announcement
REFERENCE / LIBRARY INSTRUCTION LIBRARIAN
(Two Positions Available)
UNIVERSITY LIBRARY SYSTEM
UNIVERSITY OF PITTSBURGH
HILLMAN LIBRARY
Position: Provides reference, library instruction and database
searching services to library users in business, social sciences,
humanities, and government documents. Works in a reference environment
which emphasizes instructional and client-centered reference services.
Reports to the Head of Hillman Library Public Services. The University
Library System is an AA/EOE aggressively committed to increasing diversity
in our workplace and strongly encourages applications from candidates who
can contribute in this area.
Responsibilities:
Actively assists faculty, students, staff and other library users in the
Hillman Library by providing reference and information service during
scheduled hours (including weekends, evenings, and holidays when the
library is open) using print and electronic resources.
Works closely with the Head of Hillman Library Public Services and the ULS
Coordinator of Library Instruction to develop and deliver library
instruction to groups and individuals; provides staff training and
development in relation to reference materials and public access
electronic resources.
Performs online database searches as needed.
Maintains active knowledge of the academic and research programs which
pertain to public services.
Maintains current awareness of trends and developments in librarianship.
Maintains current awareness of trends and developments in microcomputer
technology.
Participates in library activities such as committees, task forces, etc.
as needed.
Participates in professional association activities as appropriate.
Performs other duties as required.
Required:
MLS from an ALA-accredited library school or recognized equivalent, with
broad liberal arts background. Strong communication, presentation, and
public speaking skills. Demonstrated knowledge of library information
services, emerging electronic information services, and their applications
to libraries. Experience in an academic library (or coursework in
academic librarianship) desirable.
Salary: $30,000. Comprehensive benefits package including 23 vacation
days/year; BC/BS; TIAA-CREF/Vanguard; and tuition assistance.
To apply: Submit letter of application (citing position) and a resume
with the names/addresses/phone numbers of three references to: William
Gentz, Personnel Librarian, 271 Hillman Library, University of Pittsburgh,
PA 15260. Applications received by November 1, 1997 will receive primary
consideration. Additional information about the ULS may be found at:
http://www.library.pitt.edu.
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William K. Gentz
Personnel Librarian
Administration and Planning
University Library System
University of Pittsburgh
271 Hillman Library
Pittsburgh, PA 15260
Phone: (412) 648-7710
E-mail: gentz+@pitt.edu
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