[Genealib] Job Posting - Largo Public Library

[Mercedes Bleattler]

Hello,
  I was asked to distribute this job posting to the
list.  I would like to add that this was my old
position at the library and it was a great job. Largo
Public Library is very supportive of their Genealogy
Center and librarian. The Pinellas Genealogy Society
has had a partnership with the library for the last
ten years and has their office in the department.
Interested applicants are encouraged to apply at: City
of Largo, Human Resources Department, 201 Highland
Avenue, P.O. Box 296, Largo, Fl 33779-0296. Online
application and information available at www.largo.com

Genealogy Librarian
Location: Largo, Fl

Compensation:  $32,219 - $35,440 per year
Job Description:  This librarian oversees the work of
the Genealogy Center. They supervise the genealogy
volunteers, provide reference assistance to library
users, initiate and respond to outreach opportunities
with genealogy groups around the county and state, and
select materials for the genealogy collection.
Responsibilities: 
  Identify and select library resources for the 
genealogy collection.
   Research questions using a variety of formats for
information (print, microforms and electronic
resources)
  Develop familiarity with genealogy-related materials
in all collections of the library, in addition to
knowledge of family history related
materials/collections available for viewing in other
genealogy centers.
  Work with the Volunteer Coordinator of the Pinellas
Genealogy Society to plan work projects, distribute
communications to volunteers, and plan and carry out
recognition activities.
  Provide library tours; plan and present workshops;
create listing of recommended genealogy sources; and
provide bibliographic instruction in the use of
genealogy materials.
  Apply for grants.
Requirements:  Experience in genealogy field
preferred. Skill in customer service work and
knowledge of the attributes of excellent customer
service. Required Qualifications:  ALA-accredited
Master's degree in Library or Information Science.




Mercedes Bleattler
Youth Services Manager
Largo Library
120 Central Park Drive
Largo, Fl 33771
727-587-6715 Ex. 2508

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