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Administrative Assistant - Part Time
Putnam County District Library
Posted March 17, 2010

Must be proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Ability to keep accurate records and handle confidential information with discretion.  Two year degree preferred, prior experience considered. Some evening and Saturday hours.

Salary Range $10.50 to $13.06

Call 419-523-6229 for more information
OR
log on to http://www.putnamco.lib.oh.us/

Technical Services Assistant
Toledo Museum of Art
Posted March 10, 2010

Area of Expertise
Library

Hours
Part-time, 20 hours per week

Compensation
$10.00/hr.

Summary

Accurately describe and classify library materials according to international standards and local practice in order to make such materials accessible to patrons of the library and the museum.

Essential Duties
Essential duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs complex copy cataloging for all monographic formats and languages by searching appropriate documentation for existing records, and downloading or copying appropriate records (including pre-acquisition searching).
• Make library materials accessible by assigning appropriate classification numbers to books and catalogs, determining appropriate call numbers and main entries, assigning subject headings and processing materials.
• Assists the Assistant Librarian with cataloging projects and cataloging module troubleshooting.
• Assist in the acquisition of library materials by creating order lists and purchase orders.
• Assist with maintenance of the library collection through stack maintenance, book repair and other duties as needed.
• Support the level of professionalism and standardization of the library catalog by maintaining current awareness of bibliographic standards; perform bibliographic file maintenance and authority control (as needed).
• Staff the circulation/reference desk on an as needed basis.
• As a public benefit corporation, the Museum requires every staff member to act as a visitor advocate at all times. This includes acknowledging visitors and striving to make them feel welcome, comfortable, and eager to return.

Reports to

Assistant Librarian

Requirements

Requires a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of one year cataloging experience in an integrated library system
or
a minimum of three years library cataloging experience

In addition, requires experience with OCLC Connexion and MARC, accurate keyboarding skills with data entry experience and strong attention to detail.  Proficiency using Word & Excel and internet search tools (Explorer or Firefox).  Ability to develop proficiency in Access.  Must be self-motivated with ability to work independently as well as part of a team. Ability to multi-task. Detail-oriented, good interpersonal skills, good oral and written communication skills.

Prefer experience performing original cataloging, basic library circulation and reference experience, coursework in library science and a background or interest in art history.

Application

To apply, e-mail resume and cover letter to jobs@toledomuseum.org
or
mail to:
Human Resources, Toledo Musuem of Art,
PO Box 1013,
Toledo,  OH  43697

The position is currently vacant; start date will depend upon the availability of the selected candidate.

Children’s Librarian
Norwalk Public Library
Posted March 02, 2010

Seeking enthusiastic, dedicated, patron focused, and experienced Children’s Librarian. MLS or MLIS required. 37.5 hrs. per week. Evenings and Saturdays required.

Salary commensurate with experience.

Submit resume to:

Sarah Contreras, Director
Norwalk Public Library
46 W. Main St.
Norwalk, OH 44857

Or

Fax to (419) 663-3656.

Application deadline is March 19, 2010.

Children’s Librarians
Dayton Metro Library
Posted Dec. 01, 2009

The Dayton Metro Library is seeking three enthusiastic, dedicated, patron focused, Children’s Librarians to work in our busy branch libraries.

 Job Responsibilities:

Under the direction of the Branch Manager, periodically serves as person in charge. Maintains children’s collection; promotes reading and library use among children; provides library users with assistance in reference, readers’ advisory, and in the use of library materials; serves at the public reference desk and in a roaming capacity; participates in the development of the branch collection profile, evaluates and suggests titles for purchase or replacement; develops, coordinates and presents children’s activities and programs; provides service and maintains liaisons with schools and community agencies.

 Job Qualifications: 

Ability to use Internet and other new information technologies; ability to work effectively with schools and other community organizations; knowledge of children’s literature and collection development methods; experience working with planning and presenting children’s programs, excellent community relation skills required, minimum of two related job experience and MLS preferred. 

Compensation and Benefits:

$35,961-$41,412 and excellent benefit package.

 Application Process:

Send resume to Cindi Chibis, Human Resources Manager, Dayton Metro Library, 215 East Third Street, Dayton, Ohio 45402. cchibis@daytonmetrolibrary.org  fax 937-496-4302

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