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Sent: Thursday, March 20, 2008 3:37 PM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: [ISALUMNI] Job Opening: Library Continuing Education Coordinator JOB ANNOUNCEMENT CONTINUING EDUCATION COORDINATOR TENNESSEE STATE LIBRARY AND ARCHIVES PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Under the direction of the Assistant State Librarian for Planning and Development, is responsible for coordinating library continuing education opportunities for library staff throughout the state. Maintains a Speakers Bureau of continuing education opportunities for multi-type libraries, seeks out and shares appropriate training syllabi from various CE providers, and assists in keeping an up-to-date calendar of CE events. Works as part of a team of consultants to coordinate planning and development of public library services, including: coordination and delivery of the annual Summer Reading Program, monitoring Library Services and Technology Act direct grants for the disadvantaged, and assisting with the Public Library Management Institute. Develops statewide contracts for delivery of these services and others. QUALIFICATIONS: A Master*s degree in library science from an ALA accredited university and three years of professional library experience. Excellent communications skills and substantive computer experience are required, including experience with webpage development. Knowledge of the basic principles of public library services and programs; familiarity with current library practices in multi-type libraries; knowledge of the rules and regulations that apply to the Library Services and Technology Act and any state funded contracts for library development. Ability to plan and facilitate effective workshops and continuing education programs. Ability to organize time effectively to manage a variety of projects simultaneously; ability to communicate effectively with public officials, library trustees, librarians, representatives of other state departments, and colleagues. Independent travel and overnight stays as necessary throughout the state of Tennessee. SALARY: $3,620 monthly. To apply, submit resume and three professional references to: Jane Pinkston Assistant State Librarian for Planning and Development Tennessee State Library and Archives 403 Seventh Avenue North Nashville, TN 37243-0312 Applications will be accepted until April 30, 2008. Genny Carter Public Relations and Data Coordinator Tennessee State Library and Archives 403 Seventh Avenue North Nashville, TN 37243 615.532.4601 [log in to unmask] ( mailto:[log in to unmask] ) -=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-=-= - To join/leave the list or browse the ISALUMNI archives, please see: http://listserv.utk.edu/archives/isalumni.html