[Libs-Or] Jobline August 29, 2008
Salli Lutz
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Oregon State Library Jobline
An Electronic Jobline from the Oregon State Library....... Aug. 29, 2008
09/19 Circulation Assistant, Oregon City, OR
10/15 Acquisitions Librarian, New Orleans, LA
09/26 Library Director, Gold Beach, OR
10/29 Reference Librarian, Medford, OR
10/22 Library Technician II, Salem, Oregon
10/29 On-call librarians, Portland OR
09/19 Library Director, Newport, OR
09/17 Project Manager for Amo Leer Grant, Newberg, OR
09/12 Business Information Specialist, New York Cit y, NY
09/10 Library Assistant, The Dalles, OR
11/01 Library Director, Cleveland, OH
10/01 School Library Consultant, Salem, OR
09/16 Supervising Librarian, Grants Pass, OR
10/22 Gray Family Chair for Innovative Library Services, Corvallis, OR
10/14 Information Architect, Washington, DC.
10/18 Assistant Director of Public Services, Los Angeles, CA
10/18 Assistant Library Administrator, Los Angeles, CA
10/08 Librarian, Tigard, OR
10/16 Reference Librarian, Woodburn, OR
10/16 Circulation Supervisor, Woodland, WA
09/30 Director, Bend, OR
10/09 Circulation Supervisor, Vancouver, WA
09/30 Library Director, Bend, Oregon
Job Announcements
08/29/08
Circulation Assistant
Closes: September 19, 2008
Oregon City, OR
Clackamas Community College Library is looking for a Part-time Circulation Assistant.
This position works 12 to 9 PM, two days a week and 3 hours on alternating Fridays for a maximum of 19 hours a week when college is in session.
This position performs normal circulation functions which includes checking Library materials out and in; collecting fines/fees; answering telephone; issuing library cards/forms/applications; reviewing returned materials for damage; and, arranging materials for shelving.
This position also checks-in regular, special issues and microfiche of serials using the Library's online system. This includes printing and applying labels, routing issues as appropriate and withdrawing issues as necessary.
For more information please contact Katie Hovanic at 503-657-6958 x2288, or by e-mail at katieh at clackamas .edu. Position closes Friday, Sept. 19, 2008.
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08/29/08
Acquisitions Librarian
Closes: October 15, 2008 (or Until Filled)
New Orleans, LA
Library Associates Companies/LAC is seeking an Acquisitions Librarian, preferably with a strong background in music, to assist with a long term project at the Tulane Libraries Recovery Center to rebuild its collections with the primary focus being the Tulane Music Collection. The Tulane Music Collection was partially destroyed by Hurricane Katrina. The role of the Music Acquisitions librarian is to assist with purchasing items to replace lost materials and to rebuild the Music Collection into a world class collection. The librarian will work closely with the Tulane Library faculty and Music Faculty to select materials in both print and non print formats that will support the Music Curriculum at Tulane University. A strong background in Music Collection Development is a plus. Experience with the Voyager Acquisition system or similar ILS is required. In addition the successful candidate will need to be able to work in a Team Environment as part of the Tulane Recovery Center Team. The job starts in late August 2008 and continues for approximately 2 years and possibly longer.
To Apply:
For immediate consideration please email your cover letter and resume to jobs at libraryassociates.com, with a courtesy copy to Brad Rogers, brogers at libraryassociates.com.
Benefits and compensation package;
Please reference position title AND the position ID #994 as the subject line of your email.
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08/26/08
Library Director
Closes: September 26, 2008
Gold Beach, OR
Curry Public Library District
The Library Director is the executive, administrative, and budget officer of Curry Public Library District and serves as secretary and consultant to a five-member board.
The Director is responsible for implementing and monitoring policies adopted by the Board for employment and staff development and for developing and maintaining effective programs and services for the public including circulation, reference, computers, online databases, interlibrary loan, and community outreach.
The successful candidate will help to lead the development of a new recently opened 8,200 sq. ft. library and participate in planning and developing a small community center addition.
Located on the beautiful southern Oregon coast, Curry Public Library has a population service area of approximately 5,000.
Full-time position with $37,000 annual minimum depending on qualifications, plus a comprehensive benefits package.
Application deadline: September 26, 2008; 5:00 p.m.
QUALIFICATIONS: MLS required and two years management/budget experience preferred. Email resume and cover letter to: gil at cplib.net; Please contact Gil at 541-247-3452 for further information.
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08/25/08
Reference Librarian
Closes: October 29, 2008 (or Until Filled)
Medford, OR
LSSI has an opening for a 20 hour per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday) Reference Librarian at the Medford Branch Library, Jackson County Library Services. The Reference Librarian provides basic reference and reader's advisory services, assists with interlibrary loans, adult programming, displays, training, collection development, webpage, library tours, and performs related work as required.
Qualifications for the Reference Librarian position include knowledge of reference tools, computer knowledge/skill, excellent customer service, and oral and written communication skills.
Applicant must have an M.L.S. or progress toward the degree.
To apply please print out an application and submit to the Medford Library Business Office, 205 South Central Avenue, Medford, OR 97501
Application forms may be printed out from the following Web Site http://www.lssi.com/openjobs.cfm. Please do not submit applications online to the LSSI website.
LSSI is an equal opportunity employer.
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08/15/08
On-call librarians
Closes: August 29, 2008
Portland OR
Portland Community College Library, in Portland OR, is hiring on-call librarians for the 2008-09 academic year to provide in-person, phone and electronic reference at the Sylvania, Rock Creek and Cascade campuses. An MLS and at least one year of professional reference experience, preferably in an academic environment, are required. On-call librarians will not provide classroom instruction, but should be experienced taking a teaching approach to reference. The hourly rate for this position is $39.49 per hour.
Closing Date: August 29, 2008. To apply, please send a resume and cover letter to Torie Scott (vscott at pcc.edu), faculty chair by Friday, August 29, 2008. Please indicate what days of the week and times of day you would be available to work on-call at PCC.
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08/15/08
Library Director
Closes: September 19, 2008
Newport, OR
The City of Newport, Oregon is seeking a dynamic visionary to lead the city's public library. The director will plan, organize, and oversee the operations of the library, inspire staff to provide excellent public service, and maintain effective working relationships with the community, other agencies, and organizations. The library director is an important member of the city's management team, and leads the Newport Library Board and Foundation and serves on the board of the Coastal Resources Sharing Network, a consortium for shared library services in Lincoln and Tillamook Counties. MLS required. Competitive salary and benefits, and a great opportunity to live and work on the central Oregon coast. Additional information can be found on the city's website at www.thecityofnewport.net. Resume and application required. Submit application materials to:
City of Newport, 169 SW Coast Highway, Newport, Oregon 97365.
Deadline for submission is 9/19/08.
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08/15/08
Project Manager for Amo Leer Grant
Closing: September 17, 2008, Wednesday
Newberg, OR
Request for Proposal
The Oregon Library Association is accepting proposals for a Project Manager for the Amo Leer project of the Children's Services Division (CSD) of OLA. The Project Manager will manage all aspects of the Amo Leer project under the direction of the Amo Leer Task Force
of the CSD. The Project Manager will be under contract with the Oregon Library Association.
The Project Manager of the Amo Leer project will:
Attend all meetings of the Amo Leer Task Force (up to 5 during this time period)
Provide weekly e-mail updates to the Task Force on project activities
Develop the application for libraries to apply for materials
Distribute the application to all qualified libraries
Receive and review all applications and provide them to the Amo Leer Task Force
Contact all applicants and notify them if they have been selected or not for
the Amo Leer project
Put out a bid to vendors to provide 20 sets ($9,000/700+ books each)
of core Spanish/English and Spanish children's books aimed at 3rd grade
reading level and lower
Review the bids and make a vendor recommendation to the Task Force
Work with the Task Force to finalize the selection of materials
Manage the contract, obtaining the appropriate CSD and OLA signatures
and appropriate filings with OLA for billing and payments
Contact the participating libraries and assist them in selecting their materials
Order the materials and arrange for their delivery to the participating libraries
Consult with the participating libraries in adding these materials to their
collections (cataloging data and jackets and other processing will be done
by the vendor, etc). The participating libraries will do any local processing
and add the records to their catalog.
Develop, with input from the Amo Leer Task Force, promotional and training
materials for the participating libraries to assist them in utilizing the collections
in the best manner possible. This will include a sticker to place on all materials
noting the AMO LEER project.
Develop and print or upload web-based materials for promotion or training
Schedule and arrange for training sessions conducted by the Amo Leer Task
Force members for the participating libraries
Develop the statistical report for participating libraries to begin their statistic
gathering at time of the grant award and at the end of the grant cycle
The Project Manager will work on this project from September/October, 2008
until April/May, 2009 (seven months) with time spent to be approximately 200
hours.
The proposal should include:
Experience and background managing projects
Library experience and background
Experience working with Spanish speaking communities
Work plan and cost
Please submit the proposal to: Molly Carlisle, molly at tigard-or.gov, Amo Leer Task Force chair, by Wednesday, September 17, 2008.
For questions: molly at tigard-or.gov
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08/15/08
Business Information Specialist
Closes: September 12, 2008
New York Cit y, NY
Library Associates Companies (LAC) seeks a Business Information Specialist for capital markets to work for a prestigious international law firm located in New York Cit y, NY. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated legal and business researcher and offers competitive compensation and benefits.
Responsibilities:
Monitor legislative and regulatory developments in the securities industry for internal alert systems;
Legal research on issues pertaining to securities laws and practice, for example, status of pending legislation, Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) rulemaking, no-action letter precedents, etc;
Research SEC public company filings such as registration statements for transactional precedents and periodic filings such as annual reports for disclosure precedents;
Research, cite-check and proofread chapters of U.S. Regulation of the International Securities and Derivatives Markets, a treatise authored by members of the firm;
Maintain, categorize and update Capital Markets internal practice site;
Maintain a precedent file on securities and Sarbanes Oxley matters and respective forms files;
Monitor upcoming securities law conferences featuring appearances by government officials;
Coordinate and prepare for monthly Capital Markets and Governance Group lunches.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years of law firm or related corporate experience, Masters Degree in Library Science preferred;
Previous legal and business research experience required, a very experienced paralegal would be considered;
Must be proficient in Lexis, Westlaw, securities research for SEC filings, Internet research and Word
Knowledge of Securities Laws (Securities Act, Exchange Act) and Sarbanes Oxley Act preferred;
Additional skills required include: research, writing and verbal skills, cite checking, proof reading, and an ability to work independently as well as with a team of information specialists as part of the overall firm KM group.
To Apply:
For immediate consideration please email your cover letter and resume to jobs at libraryassociates.com with a CC to Brad Rogers, brogers at libraryassociates.com.
Please reference position title as the subject line of your email.
Library Associates Companies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that values
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8/08/08
Library Assistant
Closing: September 10, 2008
The Dalles, OR
The Planetree Health Resource Center is looking for a Library Assistant.
The Library Assistant is responsible for providing support in serving the health information needs of the general public and health professional communities of the Columbia River Gorge. This position requires a public service-oriented individual who supports consumer and professional access to a wide range of health and medical information. Applicants must have college coursework and/or a Bachelor's degree, the ability to navigate in all common computer programs, a working knowledge of medical terminology and experience with research and working with the public. Good organizational skills, a service-oriented attitude and exceptional communication skills are expected for this position. Library background, coursework or experience is preferred. Bi-lingual skills are also desired.
Link: http://www.mcmc.net/careers/detail.aspx?recid=390
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8/08/08
Youth Librarian
Closes August 25, 2008
Portland, OR
The Garden Home Community Library (a member of Washington County Cooperative Library Services) is recruiting for a Youth Librarian for our small, very busy library. Located in the Garden Home Recreation Center, our well-established children's program is highly valued by our community, including the preschool programs located in our building.
Responsible for developing, planning and presenting story time programs for all age levels. Responsible for collection development, ordering and cataloging of materials for our juvenile and young adult areas. Plans, presents and supervises our Summer Reading program. Coordinates and trains staff and volunteers to assist with Summer Reading and other library programs. Provides reader's advisory, reference assistance while working at the circulation desk. Represents the library at meetings and manages the library in the Director's absence. May be assigned supervisory responsibilities.
Master's in Library Science with experience working with children in a public library preferred. This full time position may include evening and Saturday hours. The starting salary is $38,000-$42,000 per year with fully paid health and dental insurance and a simple IRA retirement matching plan. Submit cover letter and resume to Director, Garden Home Community Library, 7475 SW Oleson Rd, Portland OR 97223 or email to cookya at wccls.org. Closes August 25, 2008.
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8/01/08
Library Director
Closes: November 1, 2008 (or until filled)
Cleveland, OH
Library Associates Companies (LAC) and Miriam Pollack + Associates (MPA) is working with the Cleveland Public Library (CPL) to find a new Director.
The Cleveland Public Library is looking for a Library Director to lead its main library and 28 neighborhood branches. The Library is in an enviable financial position, having just passed a five-year operating levy with a 65% approval by the Cleveland voters. In place is an independent-governance structure with a strong and diverse Board, supported by Cleveland Mayor, Frank Johnson. CPL is the nation's third-ranked research library. The Greater Cleveland area is a superior community in which to live with many cultural and recreational amenities.
To see the full brochure as a PDF, please go to the following URL:
http://www.pcrecruiter.net/pcrbin/reg5.exe?db=%2bHTCC0mVdUWyMcr%2bmNwVhnIaWHiyjdtbndmi59gsOLTJKGg%3d&id=135537263188683&rid=
If you have an interest, please send your resume to the attention of Miriam Pollack, c/o Patty De Anda (LAC) at, jobs at libraryassociates.com. Please include "CPL Library Director" as the subject of your email.
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8/01/08
School Library Consultant
Closes: October 1, 2008or (until filled)
Salem, OR
SCHOOL LIBRARY CONSULTANT (Program Analyst 2). The Oregon State Library is recruiting to fill the position of School Library Consultant assigned to the Library Development team. This position manages and coordinates the Oregon School Library Information System (OSLIS) website, including training local school staff, and maintains two statistics programs: Quality Education Model's (QEM) and Statewide Database Licensing Program (SDLP).
For a complete description of the position and application process, please see job announcement LE080273 at www.oregon.gov/OSL/jobs.shtml or call (503) 378-2464.
The State Library is an EEO/AA employer committed to work force diversity.
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8/01/08
Supervising Librarian
Closes: September 16, 2008
Grants Pass, OR
A unique opportunity to make history in this public - private library partnership.
Josephine Community Libraries Inc. (JCLI), in the southern Oregon Rogue River Valley, is a private nonprofit corporation funding the re-opening of
the Grants Pass branch library in a county of 82,000 residents. JCLI is accepting applications for a Fulltime/ Part-time/ or Job-Share Supervising
Librarian for facilitating the re-opening. This position will provide leadership in a wide range of professional public library services, including technical
services, circulation, and supervision, training and scheduling of staff and volunteers, and reporting to JCLI. It requires broad knowledge of the principles,
practices and philosophy of public library operations. Also desirable is knowledge of reference services, cataloging, and collections management of print
and non-print materials.
JCLI is seeking an adventurous, flexible, creative, innovative, and community-oriented librarian to coordinate resuming the library functions.
Minimum Qualifications: ALA Master of Library Science and at least three years experience, including two years of lead or supervisory experience.
In lieu of the above, equivalent technical training, education, and/or experience may be substituted.
Hours are to be established with the JCLI Board, and salary is negotiable, commensurate with experience, with a base of $25.00 / hour.
This position is open until filled, with the interviews beginning on September 17, 2008.
Please send a cover letter and resume to:
JCLI Jobs,
P.O. Box 1684
Grants Pass, OR 97528
Or email your application to:
info at josephinelibrary.org
www.josephinelibrary.org
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7/24/08
Information Architect
Closing: October 14, 2008 (or Until Filled)
Washington, DC.
Library Associates Companies (LAC) seeks an Information Architect to work under contract for the USAID Library in Washington, DC. The Architect would be responsible for supporting a community of webmasters, developing an inventory of websites, and helping to establish website norms and guidelines. This position is based in Washington, DC.
Desired:
USAID-funded web development experience (http://www.usaid.gov/info_technology/xweb/);
Developing web-based content on topics related to international development;
The details of the position can be found at this location:
http://www.pcrecruiter.net/pcrbin/reg5.exe?db=%2bHTCC0mVdUWyMcr%2bmNwVhnIaWHiyjdtbndmi59gsOLTJKGg%3d&id=169470396666876&rid=
To Apply:
For immediate consideration please email your cover letter and resume to the attention of Brad Rogers at, jobs at libraryassociates.com.
Please include your salary range expectations in your cover letter.
Please reference position title AND the position #1002 as the subject line of your email.
Compensation commensurate with qualifications and experience.
Library Associates Companies is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that values diversity in the workforce.
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7/18/08
Assistant Director of Public Services
Closes: October 18, 2008 (or Until Filled)
Los Angeles, California
The County of Los Angeles is recruiting experienced and dynamic candidates for the position of Assistant Director of Public Services to work in the headquarters of County of Los Angeles Public Library.
The Assistant Director, Public Services, Library has immediate charge of the Public Services Division of the Public Library and reports to the Chief Deputy County Librarian. The incumbent provides professional and administrative direction to subordinate supervisors in provision of community library services to the adult and juvenile reading public in the unincorporated areas and cities served by the County Library District. The incumbent must have thorough knowledge of library administration and library programs, policies, and procedures. The incumbent must also have a thorough knowledge of general management and supervision theories and practices; personnel, public and employee relations principles; budget administration; operations forecasting and planning; and administrative and organizational principles.
The details of the position can be found on the County's Human Resources page at the following URL:
LA County - AD Public Services
The full position description can be viewed here:
Assistant Director of Public Services (PDF)
To apply, please send email to Deborah Schwarz and Keith Gurtzweiler, at jobs at libraryassociates.com, with "Assistant Director, Public Services, Library" in the Subject field.
LAC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that values and promotes diversity in the workplace
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7/01/08
Assistant Library Administrator, Technical Services
Closes: October 18, 2008 (or Until Filled)
Los Angeles, California
The County of Los Angeles is recruiting experienced and dynamic candidates for the position of Assistant Library Administrator, Technical Services to work in the headquarters of County of Los Angeles Public Library.
The incumbent assists in managing library technical services and works under the general direction of the Library Administrator, Technical Services.
For a complete description of the position please go to:
Assistant Library Administrator, Technical Services (PDF)
The details of the position can be found on the County's Human Resources page at the following URL:
LA County - Assistant Library Administrator, Technical Services
To apply, please send email to Deborah Schwarz and Keith Gurtzweiler, at jobs at libraryassociates.com, with "Assistant Library Administrator, Technical Services" in the Subject field.
LAC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that values and promotes diversity in the workplace
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7/16/08
Reference Librarian
Closes: October 16 2008 (or Until Filled)
Woodburn, Oregon
Part Time Position for a Reference Librarian
The City of Woodburn is currently accepting applications for a part-time Reference Librarian (up to 12 hours per week) within the Woodburn Public Library (Community Services Department). The Reference Librarian provides comprehensive reference service to library patrons; responds to service requests of a general nature, across many disciplines and subject areas; provides point of use assistance or instruction for patrons of all ages for electronic and print resources. Scheduled hours of work for this position will involve evenings and weekends.
Closing Date : Open until filled - APPLY IMMEDIATELY
Submit Application To:
City of Woodburn - Personnel Office
270 Montgomery Street
Woodburn OR 97071
For a complete description of the position and application materials are available on the City's website at www.woodburn-or.gov or by calling (503)982-5210.
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7/16/08
Circulation Supervisor
Closes: October 16, 2008 (or Until Filled)
Woodland, Washington
The Fort Vancouver Regional Library District is seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Circulation Supervisor for its Woodland Community Library. This job requires four years of library; experience as lead worker or supervisor and experience working with children and young adults is preferred. Minimum salary $2830/mo with an excellent benefits package including Washington PERS retirement.
Find information about us at fvrl.org. Employment application, supplemental questionnaire and position description are posted at www.fvrl.org under About Us. Open until filled.
Submit cover letter, resume, supplemental questionnaire, three references and employment application to:
HR Department
Fort Vancouver Regional Library
1007 E. Mill Plain Blvd.
Vancouver, WA 98663
Or via email hr at fvrl.org (include job title in subject line)
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7/11/2008
Director
Closes: September 30, 2008
Bend, Oregon
A dynamic leader is sought as director for this progressive Central Oregon (Bend) library district. Lead efforts to build upon the solid foundation of a top library program. Work with a team that is committed to a never-ending quest for excellence. Many of the tools are already in place. DPL is an independent library district with a permanent tax rate that is exclusively dedicated to public library services. The library is governed by an elected library board that focuses upon outcomes and looks to the director and management team to devise creative implementation strategies. The management team is confident and dynamic and embraces new approaches and solutions.
The challenges are exciting. Develop innovative service strategies to respond to the fastest growing population in Oregon. Devise alternative service strategies using the latest technologies. Provide leadership in local areas and in the broader state and national library communities. The possibilities are endless. Contact Dan Bradbury of Gossage Sager Associates http://www.gossagesager.com/
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7/09/08
Circulation Supervisor
Closes: October 9, 2008 (or Until Filled)
Vancouver, WA
The Fort Vancouver Regional Library District is looking for a full-time Circulation Supervisor to join the Vancouver Community Library circulation team. The successful candidate will assist with the supervision of circulation and perform and monitor a variety of regular and recurring duties of a specialized nature related to circulation services.
The District uses SirsiDynix Symphony.
Requires a combination of experience, skills and education that provide the abilities to do the job including the equivalent of an Associate degree and four years previous library experience, supervisory experience preferred. Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Minimum salary $2762/mo. with an excellent benefits package including Washington PERS retirement. Open until filled; applicant review begins 7/16/2008. Information about the position and the Vancouver Community Library is on our website at www.fvrl.org under About Us.
To apply, submit cover letter, resume, application form, three professional references to:
HR Department
Fort Vancouver Regional Library
1007 E. Mill Plain Blvd.
Vancouver, WA 98663
Or send via e-mail in Word format to hr at fvrl.org (include job title in subject line) Equal Opportunity Employer
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7/08/08
Library Director
Closes: 9/30/08
Bend, Oregon (Central Oregon)
Deschutes Public Library District
A dynamic leader is sought as director for this progressive Central Oregon (Bend) library district. Lead efforts to build upon the solid foundation of a top library program. Work with a team that is committed to a never-ending quest for excellence. Many of the tools are already in place. DPL is an independent library district with a permanent tax rate that is exclusively dedicated to public library services. The library is governed by an elected library board that focuses upon outcomes and looks to the director and management team to devise creative implementation strategies. The management team is confident and dynamic and embraces new approaches and solutions.
The challenges are exciting. Develop innovative service strategies to respond to the fastest growing population in Oregon. Devise alternative service strategies using the latest technologies. Provide leadership in local areas and in the broader state and national library communities. The possibilities are endless. Contact Dan Bradbury of Gossage Sager Associates http://www.gossagesager.com
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