[Genealib] Saw this genealogy job listed - don't have anyother information

Tue Aug 12 11:12:18 EDT 2008

I formerly headed this department; my first job out of library school.  I can tell any interested applicants that it is a nice medium-sized collection,  that is very strong in Louisiana courthouse microfilm (rivaling New Orleans Public), and that it has two solid support groups.  I am glad to see that the position has upgraded from a Librarian II to a Librarian III.

David Allan Hardin, MSLIS
Genealogy Librarian Supervisor
Plano Public Library System
davidhar at plano.gov

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Yes, it was on the PubLib mailing list; I've pasted the details below.

Martha Grenzeback
Clerk
Omaha Public Library

SHREVE MEMORIAL LIBRARY

VACANCY NUMBER:    07/08-BR-11A

REVISED August 1, 2008

Librarian III, Genealogy Librarian, Broadmoor Branch 

Full-Time

SUMMARY: Under administrative supervision, this is very responsible
professional library work, which involves the application of
professional library techniques and procedures to a variety of
departments, branches, and operations within the library.  Performs
related and other work as required.

REQUIRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Attainment of B.A. or B.S. from an accredited university/college;
attainment of graduate degree in Library and/or Information Science from
an ALA-accredited university.   At least 1 year of full-time, post-MLS
library experience or two years of full-time paraprofessional relevant
library experience; supervisory experience preferred.  Experience with
Special Collections, especially Genealogy Collections, and course work
in Special Collections and/or Genealogy, is highly desirable.  

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

            Comprehensive knowledge of professional library principles,
practices and procedures; (2) public library functions, facilities and
operations; (3) patron needs and library services to meet those needs;
(4) standard library automated system modules; (5) electronic and
printed materials, resources and databases.  Some knowledge of digital
resource equipment (scanners, digital cameras, etc.) is highly
desirable.  Knowledge of genealogy resources and research is highly
desirable.

            Demonstrated ability to: (1) handle both routine operations
and long-range planning; (2) establish and maintain effective working
relationships with other employees and the public; (3) supervise, train,
and evaluate support staff; (4) schedule department staff and work flow
for maximum effectiveness; (5) communicate effectively, orally and in
writing, to groups and individuals; (6) be proficient on the computer
with various software.

GENERAL DUTIES

<                    Serves as a working supervisor of the Genealogy
Department of the Broadmoor Branch (a major resource center).  Is acting
Branch Manager in the absence of the Branch and Assistant Branch
Managers.  Collaborates with Branch Manager and Assistant Branch Manager
on branch functions.

<                    Responsible for all aspects of assigned area
(Genealogy Services).

<                    Selects, trains, schedules, supervises & evaluates
1 full-time and 5 part-time support staff.

<                    Oversees daily activities; assigns tasks;
coordinates work flow.

<          Provides assistance to patrons of all ages with answers to
reference questions and with help in locating materials.

<                    Responsible for collection development in assigned
areas.

<                    Responsible for interlibrary loan of genealogical
materials.

<                    Responsible for planning, organizing and teaching
genealogy computer classes; gives talks to area Genealogy groups.

<                    Attends system-wide meetings/workshops.

<                    Coordinates with supervisor regarding major
departmental decisions.

<                    Has the ability to use various computer programs
and databases, including CD-ROMs.

<                    Performs other duties as required.

SCHEDULE [subject to change without notice]

Monday - Friday          9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m., with occasional
evening/weekend coverage as needed.

            Will work some Sundays on a rotational basis, serving as
Branch Supervisor.

THE LIBRARY

Shreve Memorial Library System is the fourth largest public library
system in Louisiana, with nineteen branches and one bookmobile.   The
library system has a combined holdings of over 665,000 items and an
annual materials budget of nearly $1,000,000.  A 10-year 5.26 mills
property tax was passed in 1996.  This has provided for the expansion of
11 existing full-time branches and the expansion of 9 part-time
branches.  Broadmoor's new state-of-the-art 32,000 square feet building,
which serves as a resource center for the southeastern portion of the
parish, opened in April, 2000, and has the highest circulation of any
outlet in the system.  The Genealogy Collection is one of the largest in
the South.

THE AREA

Shreveport (and sister city Bossier City) are two progressive cities in
Northwest Louisiana steeped in Southern style!  Shreveport and Bossier
City are rich in attractions, festivals, cultural activities and fine
food.  Shreveport-Bossier serves as the trade and cultural center of the
200-mile radius extending into Arkansas, Louisiana and Texas, known as
the Ark-La-Tex.   Some of the attractions include horse racing from
Louisiana Downs, one of the nation's largest thoroughbred racetracks,
the American Rose Center, North America's largest park dedicated to the
rose, theater, ballet, opera, a symphony, museums, outdoor recreation at
local lakes and parks, five dockside river boat casinos with
entertainment districts being developed on both sides of the Red River,
a variety of festivals year-round, and family attractions including a
Sci-Port Discovery Center and IMAX theater and a water-park.  With a low
cost of living, Shreveport is a desirable place to live.

http://www.shreveport_bossier.org/
<http://www.shreveport_bossier.org/> <http://www.shreve-lib.org/exchweb/bin/redir.asp?URL=http://www.shrevepo
rt-bossier.org/> 

BENEFITS

12 days vacation/year (with increases every other year), 10 paid
holidays/year + 1 personal day, 15 days sick leave/year.  Medical,
dental, and life insurance; (library pays 60% of employee's health
insurance.)  Excellent retirement system (with the City of Shreveport).
Tuition reimbursement available (after one year of employment).

APPLICATION DEADLINE                        

Review of resumes will begin immediately and resumes will be accepted
until the position is filled.

STARTING DATE                

Two weeks after selection                   

SALARY                                                        

$3538/month + benefits

CONTACT:   Send letter of application, resume and three professional
references to Jennie Paxton, Human Resources Coordinator, Shreve
Memorial Library, P.O. Box 21523, Shreveport, LA 71120-1523 or fax to
(318) 226-4780 or e-mail to jpaxton at sheve-lib.org
< mailto:jpaxton at smlnet.sml.lib.la.us <mailto:jpaxton at smlnet.sml.lib.la.us> > (Word formats only).  If you have
questions regarding the application process, contact Jennie Paxton at
(318) 226-4789.  

Contact Betty Cannon (318) 869-1020 or Cindy Ortego (318) 226-5881 if
you have questions regarding the position.   A criminal background check
and a drug screening are part of the pre-hire process.  We are an Equal
Opportunity Employer.  We do not discriminate on the basis of race,
religion, color, sex, age, national origin or non-job related
disability. 

July 26, 2007, REVISED January 2, 2008, REVISED August 1, 2008

Jennie Paxton
HR Coordinator

At 05:40 PM 8/11/2008, Rebecca Kemp wrote:

		Librarian III, Genealogy Librarian, Shreveport, LA

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