[Libs-Or] Addition to 5-28-04 jobline

[Robin Speer]

5/28/04
CHILDREN¹S/YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARIAN
Closes: 6/16/04
Dallas, OR

The City of Dallas is now accepting applications for the position of
Children¹s/Youth Services Librarian. This is a regular, full-time position.
Varied work schedule. Must be able to work some weekends and evenings.

SALARY RANGE: $2,496 - $3,035 per month. Excellent fringe benefits are
provided.

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: The Children¹s/Youth Services Librarian reports
directly to the Library Director. Responsible for developing and maintaining
the children¹s collection in a variety of formats; responsible for
developing and implementing a variety of library related recreational and
educational programs for children and young people of all ages; includes
reference and reader¹s advisory services; catalogs and classifies children¹s
and young adult materials; works with the Library Director to coordinate the
Library¹s volunteer program; provides outreach services to schools,
preschools, and day care facilities. Serves as a member of the library
management team.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Comprehensive knowledge of public library
services for young people, knowledge of library materials and selection
criteria for children and young adults. Thorough knowledge of the Dewey
Decimal classification system of library materials; working knowledge of
equipment and facilities required in a comprehensive library system; working
knowledge of the principles and practices of office management, work
organization and supervision. Effective communication skills with children,
young adults and adults; ability to meet people easily and work effectively
with library staff; be imaginative and creative.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Graduation from a college or university with a
Bachelor¹s degree in library science, liberal arts, public administration or
a closely related field. A Master¹s degree from an American Library
Association accredited institution is preferred. One year experience working
with children and one year of supervisory experience in library operations
is preferred.

PROCESS: City of Dallas application is required and must be returned, or
postmarked, by 5:00 p.m., June 16, 2004 at the City Manager¹s Office, City
of Dallas, 187 SE Court Street Dallas, OR 97338. Phone: (503) 831-3598.
FAXED APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. All applicants will be notified of
their final status.

The City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

CHILDREN¹S/YOUTH SERVICES LIBRARIAN

City of Dallas Children¹s/Youth Services Librarian. Full-time position with
liberal fringe benefits. Salary $2,496 - $3,035 per month. Varied work
schedule, some weekend and evening hours. Degree in library science, liberal
arts, public admin. or a closely related field. Master¹s degree in American
Library Association preferred. One year experience working with children and
one year of supervisory experience in library operations preferred. City
applications available at: City Manager¹s Office, 187 SE Court Street and
the Dallas Public Library, 950 Main Street. Applications close at 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, June 16, 2004. Phone 503-831-3598 or visit the City of Dallas Web
page at: www.ci.dallas.or.us <http://www.ci.dallas.or.us/> . FAXED
APPLICATIONS OR APPLICATIONS BY EMAIL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED. EOE.

-- Robin Speer
Oregon State Library
250 Winter St. NE
Salem, OR 97302
503-378-4243 ext. 221
Fax # 503-585-8059
Robin.d.speer at state.or.us