[Libs-Or] Jobline 4-29-05

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4/29 Science Librarian, Eugene, OR
5/13 Library Support Services Supervisor, Tualatin, OR
5/25 Librarian, Lakeview, OR
6/18 Access Services Manager, Klamath Falls, OR
7/1 Serials Technical Assistant, Portland, OR
7/1 Library Information Assistant, Tumwater, WA
7/8 Information Technology Systems Specialist 3, Olympia, WA
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4/22/05
LIBRARY SUPPORT SERVICES SUPERVISOR 
Closes: 5/13/05
Tualatin,OR  

SALARY: $45,036-$57,060 annually, plus excellent benefits.
 
The City of Tualatin is seeking an experienced librarian to oversee the
technical services and circulation functions of the Tualatin Public Library.
Qualified applicants should have a Master's of Library Science and three
years of professional library experience. Also required is one year of
cataloging experience and two years of supervisory experience.

The Position 
The Library Support Services Supervisor reports to the Library Manager and
is part of the management team that helps develop library-wide objectives,
policies and procedures.  The position supervises a full-time technical
services librarian and four full-time Library Assistants as well as 3.2
F.T.E. on-call Library Clerks and a part-time volunteer specialist.  The
Library Support Services Supervisor and staff are responsible for
acquisitions, cataloging, processing and circulation.
 
The Library 
Tualatin Public Library is 8,500 square feet in size housing a collection of
about 65,000 items.  In 2004 the library added about 9,000 new items and
circulated 400,000 items. The library is a member of Washington County
Cooperative Library Services (WCCLS).  The annual budget of just over $1M is
funded by WCCLS and the City of Tualatin.  The library is open seven days a
week for a total of 65 hours. There are 11.5 regular staff and 4.2 F.T.E.
(full-time equivalent) on-call staff.  Volunteers support the library with
more than 4,000 hours of volunteer work each year and there is an active
Friends of the Library group. The library is a wireless "hot spot" and
supports a homework center during the school year.  Last year Tualatin
Public Library put on over 400 programs attracting more than 11,000
participants.
Applications can be picked up at 
City of Tualatin 
18880 SW Matinazzi 
Tualatin, OR 97062 
Applications will also be available on-line after April 25 at
www.ci.tualatin.or.us. 
Or, send an e-mail request to nmcdonald at ci.tualatin.or.us 


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4/1/05
Serials Technical Assistant
Closes: 7/1/05
Portland, OR

The University of Portland, a private Catholic institution of higher
learning, is seeking applicants for the position of Serials Technical
Assistant in its W.W. Clark Memorial Library.  The library is team oriented
with a rapidly changing environment.  The position requires flexibility and
the spirit of cooperation within the team and the library as a whole.

The Serials Technical Assistant is responsible for ordering, receiving and
serials check in, processing, and claiming for serials in all formats.
Essential duties include ordering serials, overseeing check-in, processing,
and claiming of serials using Innovative Interfaces Millennium serials
module, creating and maintaining check-in records, processing title changes
and ceased titles, playing a lead role with student employees, and working
with staff and vendors to accomplish position goals.  The ideal candidate
will have 1-2 years of college or equivalent training (college degree
preferred) and 1-2 years experience in automated library serials.  Also
required are a working knowledge of: standard library systems and procedures
as they apply to the position, the acquisitions and serials modules of an
automated library system (preferably Innovative Interfaces), an online
bibliographic utility (preferably OCLC), and Microsoft Office. Excellent
interpersonal and communication skills, a demonstrated ability to work well
with the team and toward institutional goals, and an ability to respond
resourcefully to a changing work environment are essential.  Prior
supervisory experience preferred.  The position also requires the ability to
communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; and the ability to push
a fully loaded book cart, move from floor to floor, lift, bend, and sit for
extended periods of time using computer and keyboard.

Starting salary is in the $26,000 range, comprehensive fringe benefits
package including tuition assistance is also provided.  Qualified applicants
should send a letter of interest, current resume and names and addresses and
phone numbers of 3 current professional references to: Susan Hinken, Head,
Technical Services and Collection Development, W. W. Clark Memorial Library,
University of Portland, 5000 N. Willamette Blvd., Portland, OR 97203.
Resumes may be faxed to 503-943-7491 or emailed to hinken at up.edu. Review of
applications will begin immediately and those received by 03/31/05 will
receive first consideration. The University of Portland is an Equal
Opportunity employer.

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3/18/05
Access Services Manager
Closes: 6/18/05
Klamath Falls, OR
 
The Oregon Institute of Technology Library is accepting applications for the
position of Access Services Manager.  This is a full-time 12-month position
with a flexible work schedule.

The Access Services Manager works in the Access Services Department of the
OIT Library. The department provides the following services: lending library
materials, responding to general questions from library users and referring
to other library staff, when appropriate; maintaining a course reserve
collection and services; requesting interlibrary loans for OIT library users
and filling interlibrary loan requests from other libraries; and maintaining
order in library collections. 

Primary responsibilities: Providing and managing responsive, efficient
customer service for circulation, reserves, and interlibrary loan and
document delivery services including:
.	Circulation and course reserve services, including processing and
maintenance of these materials; 
.	Hiring, training, supervising, scheduling, and evaluating app. 15
student library assistants; 
.	Managing overdue fines and accounts; 
.	Library shelving and stacks maintenance operations; 
.	Interpreting and explaining library policies and procedures; 
.	Managing interlibrary loan;
Providing reference service in person, by phone, and/or e-mail with the
guidance of librarians, as part of the library reference team

Minimum qualifications: 
.	Strong commitment to public service 
.	Excellent customer service skills and a professional attitude 
.	Ability to supervise student workers effectively and efficiently 
.	Proficiency with computers, computer office applications, and the
Internet 
.	Effective written and oral communication skills 
.	Ability to accommodate a flexible schedule, including evening and
weekend hours 

Preferred qualifications:
.	1-2 years successful supervisory and training experience 
.	Capacity to work productively in a  routinely busy environment with
multiple interruptions/demands 
.	Demonstrated skills in planning and organization 
.	Ability to schedule own time to meet specific deadlines 
.	Ability and willingness to learn and adapt quickly
Salary range is $32,000 - 33,500 with generous benefits.
 
Review of applicants will begin March 22, and continue until position is
filled. To apply, submit a letter of application, resume and names,
addresses, and phone numbers of three professional references to Oregon
Institute of Technology, Office of Human Resources, #05-33034, 3201 Campus
Drive, Klamath Falls, OR 97601. Application materials may also be faxed to
(541) 885-1115 or sent via email to oithr at oit.edu. For further information,
contact Karen Kunz at (541) 885-1769 or kunzk at oit.edu.

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3/18/05
Science Librarian
Closes: 4/29/05
Eugene, OR

Description:
The Science Library includes two branch collections: the Math Library and
the Oregon Institute of Marine Biology Library. Together, these three
libraries include close to 200,000 volumes and electronic access to
approximately 18,000 journal titles. Library staff members serve research
and instructional needs of graduate and undergraduate degree programs in
biology, chemistry, computer and information science, environmental science,
environmental studies, human physiology, geological sciences, mathematics
and physics. 
 
Duties: 
Provides reference and research service in person, electronically and by
telephone. Contributes to an active instruction program; designs and teaches
sessions for students, faculty and staff. Serves as a subject selector,
developing collections in digital and print formats for the principle
subject areas assigned. Develops strong liaison relationships with faculty
in assigned subject areas and performs outreach to the user community.
Creates and maintains print and digital tools to assist users in finding and
managing information. Reports to the Head of the Science Library.
 
Qualifications:
Required: ALA-accredited MLIS degree (must be granted by August 31, 2005);
experience or coursework in providing reference and research assistance in
an academic setting; experience or coursework in the design and delivery of
library instruction, and demonstrated ability to create instructional
materials in print and electronic modes; ability to work both independently,
and with others, in a demanding and rapidly changing environment;
demonstrated strong oral and written communication skills; the interpersonal
skills to work effectively with culturally diverse library users and
colleagues; demonstrated commitment to use-centered services.
 
Salary: $34,000 minimum, depending on qualifications and prior experience.
Librarians hold academic rank and faculty status, but are non-tenured.
Generous benefits, fully paid retirement, and no state sales tax.
 
Application Deadline: April 29, 2005.
 
To Apply: Electronic applications (Word and pdf) are strongly encouraged,
but must be followed by a hard copy with signature. Send cover letter,
resume, and names, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of four
references to: Ms. Laine Stambaugh, Director, Library Human Resources, 1299
University of Oregon Libraries, Eugene, OR 97403-1299. (541) 346-1895; (541)
346-3485 (fax); lastamba at uoregon.edu. 
 
For complete information, see:
http://libweb.uoregon.edu/admnpers/2005scilib.html. 
 
The University of Oregon is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity
Employment/ADA-compliant institution committed to cultural diversity.
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2/25/05
Librarian
Closes: 5/25/05
Lakeview, OR

The Lake County Library Board of Directors is seeking an enthusiastic,
professional librarian to provide leadership and budgeting experience to a
well-staffed library system.  Exciting plans have begun for our new library
and you may be the one to see it through.

Minimum requirements:  BA degree, experience in budgeting, excellent
communication and people skills. EOE

Lakeview, Oregon is a remote community with friendly, caring people who love
their library.  Education is highly valued in this small town with
outstanding scholarship opportunities.  

Our wide open spaces offer countless outdoor activities, such as horseback
riding, hang gliding, camping, hiking, mountain biking, fishing, hunting and
many snow sports.  Investigate Lake County at http://www.lakecountyor.org/ 

The salary range is $30-37,000 (with benefits) in this low cost-of-living
area.  The librarian reports to the board of directors.

To apply, send: Resume, Letter describing your experience, accomplishments,
and philosophy regarding the library's role in the community. Lake County
Employment Application, which can be obtained from Pat Patla, interim
director (see below).

Please state your confidentiality requirements.  Applications will be
accepted until the position is filled. All inquiries and applications can be
sent to: Pat Patla, Lake County Library, 513 Center Street, Lakeview, OR
97630, Phone:  (541) 947-6019, email:  library at co.lake.or.us 

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4/8/05
Information Technology Systems Specialist 3
Closes: 7/8/05
Olympia, WA

The Washington State Library, Library Development Program is recruiting for
a full-time, project Information Technology Systems Specialist 3.  Please
note that candidates must have one year of experience with the Bill &
Melinda Gates Foundation Public Access Computing security model in order to
qualify for this position.  Applicants must apply through the Department of
Personnel's "Internet Application System".  Please click on this link for
information about this position and the application process:
http://hr.dop.wa.gov/statejobs/bulletins/CURRENT/12184_85_86oc.htm .  
 
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SYSTEMS SPECIALIST 3
Apply On-Line Now! #1-2-185-OC 
There is currently one Information Technology Systems Specialist (ITSS-3)
project opening with the Office of the Secretary of State, Library
Development Project in Tumwater. This project is funded through January 31,
2008.
Duties for this project position: Serves as a resource to individual
libraries statewide on a wide range of IT related issues. Key duties
include: support for desktop computers configured with the specialized "Bill
and Melinda Gates Foundation Public Access Computing (PAC) security system";
consultancy on library technology issues and the federal E-Rate program,
and; server administration.
Selective for this project position: One year of experience with the Bill
and Melinda Gates Foundation Public Access Computing security model. (Please
mark Matrix Code K97 in the "skills" section of your on-line application.)
Desirable Qualifications. The preferred candidate will meet the following
requirements:
.	748 - MS Windows XP Workstation 
.	F14 - MS SERVER (e.g., NT, 2000, 2003, WINDOWS PROFESSIONAL) 
.	926 - ETHERNET 
.	910 - WEB SERVER (e.g., NETSCAPE, APACHE, IIS, ECOMMERCE, DOMINO,
WEBSPHERE) 
.	F52 - FIREWALL 1, WATCHGUARD, CISCO PIX 
  
Click on this link to see job opportunities within the Office of the
Secretary of State: http://www.secstate.wa.gov/office/employment.aspx.

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4/1/05
Library Information Assistant
Closes: 7/1/05
Tumwater, WA

Recruitment Number:  LIAsst0434305
Salary: $2053 - $2586 per month (range 33)
Closing Date:  Open until filled; application review will begin on April 4,
2005
 
The Office of the Secretary of State, Washington State Library Division
currently has one full-time Library Information Assistant vacancy in the
Collection Management Program.  This register will be used to fill Library
Information Assistant vacancies as they occur in the Collection Management
Program.
 
LOCATION
This position is located in Tumwater, Washington.
 
DUTIES
The primary duties of this position are performed in the Resource Sharing
and newspaper collection of the Washington State Library.  This position
reports to the Resource Sharing Operations and Newspaper Collection
Supervisor.  This position provides service to customers of the Agency's
main and contracted branch libraries, including using expertise in OCLC,
ILLiad, and Ariel to conduct the functional activities of Resource
Sharing/Borrowing.  Responsible for shelving and maintenance of the
newspaper collection.  Assists in the preparations for the archiving of
newspapers and historical multimedia collections, in the processing of new
materials for both collections, and in creating new points of digital access
for the collections.  Provides multimedia assistance to library events staff
including operating equipment during scheduled events. Provides back-up
assistance in Resource Sharing/Lending to the customers of the Agency's main
and contracted branch libraries.  May also provide support on projects
related to Resource Sharing and the newspaper and microfilm collection.
 
REQUIREMENTS
An associate degree in library technology from an accredited program and one
year of technical experience in the functional operations of a library with
duties equivalent to those of an Office Assistant Senior OR three years of
experience in the functional operations of a library with at least one year
equivalent to the duties of an Office Assistant Senior.
 
College level work may be substituted for one year of experience.  No
substitution will be allowed for the one year experience equivalent to the
duties of an Office Assistant Senior working in the functional operations of
a library.
 
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
Experience within the last two (2) years setting-up and operating both
analog and digital multimedia equipment (such as digital video recording,
16mm film projection, and public address systems).
Experience within the last two (2) years working in interlibrary
loan/Resource Sharing that includes work with OCLC, ILLiad, Ariel, and
document delivery.
Experience working with newspapers, or another sizeable print collection,
including the preparation work to microfilm that collection and/or
inspecting the quality of microfilmed reproductions.
Experience working with multimedia acquisitions, including arranging to
preview materials and ensuring the receipt of licensing agreements, or
working in other library acquisitions procedures.
 
COMPENSATION
$2053 - $2586 per month, depending on qualifications.  Washington State
offers a full benefits package which includes health, life, and long term
disability insurance; paid vacation, sick, and military leave; optional
credit unions, savings bonds, and deferred compensation plans; eleven paid
holidays; and a public employees retirement plan.
 
AGENCY PROFILE
Headed by an elected state official, the Office is responsible for
administering elections within the state, registering corporations and
charities that do business within the state, collecting and preserving the
records of governmental bodies within the state, and maintaining the
Washington State Library.  The agency also administers the Address
Confidentiality Program, the Productivity Board, and the Oral History
Program.  Our web site is: www.secstate.wa.gov.
 
HOW TO APPLY
Initial screening will be based solely on the information contained in your
application form and cover letter.  Interviews are anticipated to be held by
early April 2005.  Applicants are encouraged to submit their application
packet on or before April 4, 2005.
 
The following items must be submitted for your application to be considered.
1. A cover letter telling us how you meet the Requirements and Desirable
Qualifications as listed above.
2. A completed Washington State Job Application.  Be sure to provide clear,
detailed information about your job-related education and experience.
3. You must respond to the Experience Questionnaire below.  Responses to the
questionnaire should be reported in Part 9 of the Washington State Job
Application form.
4. The names of three or more professional references and a statement from
you granting permission to contact them.
 
FAILURE TO SUBMIT ALL OF THESE ITEMS WILL RESULT IN A BELOW PASSING SCORE.
Submit your application packet to the following address; email application
packets are preferred.
Office of the Secretary of State, Recruitment Manager, PO Box 40227,
Olympia, WA  98504-0227
FAX: (360) 586-2033, Email Address: recruitment at secstate.wa.gov.
 
The Washington State Job Application form can be found on the Department of
Personnel's website at: http://hr.dop.wa.gov/forms/dopforms.htm.  Choose the
Word format. NOTE: Your score will be emailed or mailed directly to you and
will be based on your experience and training.
 
EXPERIENCE QUESTIONNAIRE
You must complete the questionnaire as part of your application package. Go
to our website to obtain the questions for the job announcement:
http://hr.dop.wa.gov/statejobs/jobs.htm 
  
The Office of the Secretary of State is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).
Women, racial and ethic minorities, persons over 40 years of age, persons of
disability, disabled and Vietnam era veterans are encouraged to apply.
Persons of disability needing assistance in the application process, or
those needing this announcement in alternative format, should call (360)
586-1170.

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Robin Speer
Oregon State Library
phone: 503-378-4243 x 221, fax: 503-585-8059
robin.d.speer at state.or.us