| LIBRARY COORDINATOR |
| Agency: |
Arkansas State Library |
| Date Posted: |
08/19/2011 |
| Posting Expires: |
09/05/2011 |
| Summary |
| The Library Coordinator is responsible for providing consultative services to library trustees, local government officials, librarians, and library staff in the development of library services and programs. This position is governed by state
and federal laws and agency/institution policy. |
| Typical Functions |
| Provides consultation services to libraries, including general information about library organizations, materials acquisition, budget development, automation issues, program planning, and reading program support. Serves as representative on
various committees to develop and enhance library services and to develop working partnerships with outside organizations. Serves as program representative for various initiatives and public relations activities, including workshops, community events, and
conferences. Researches, develops, and prepares educational materials and conducts workshops designed to educate the library community and the public. Compiles information and prepares statistical reports, questionnaires, and surveys. Performs other duties
as assigned. |
| Special Job Dimensions |
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| Knowledge, Abilities, and Skills |
| Knowledge of the principles and practices of professional library work. Knowledge of modern library methods, techniques, and terminology. Knowledge of library administration, finance, and economic and social trends. Knowledge of library service
patterns and library subject specialties. Ability to apply professional knowledge and program expertise in specific program areas. Ability to communicate both orally and in writing. Ability to analyze situations accurately and take effective action. Ability
to use computer programs, systems, and databases. Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with others.
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| Minimum Education and/or Experience |
| The formal education equivalent of a bachelor's degree in related field; plus three years of experience in professional library services work. Additional requirements determined by the agency for recruiting purposes require review and approval
by the Office of Personnel Management. OTHER JOB RELATED EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE MAY BE SUBSTITUTED FOR ALL OR PART OF THESE BASIC REQUIREMENTS, EXCEPT FOR CERTIFICATION OR LICENSURE REQUIREMENTS, UPON APPROVAL OF THE QUALIFICATIONS REVIEW COMMITTEE.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
| ONLY APPLICANTS WITH A MASTERS DEGREE IN LIBRARY SCIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THE LIBRARY COORDINATOR POSITION. |
| Certificates, Licenses, Registrations |
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| Application Information |
The Coordinator for the Arkansas Center for the Book is the position responsible for carrying out the Mission of the National Center for the Book in the state of Arkansas, for promoting and highlighting our local literary history, reading, literacy
and libraries.
The person in this position will be responsible for the creation and implementation of programs and projects including but not restricted to: If All Arkansas Read the Same Book, The Book Club project, Letters About Literature, Arkansas Gems poster/bookmarks,
National Book Festival, Author visits to Arkansas public libraries, National Center for the Book Idea Exchange, renewal of our Center for the Book affiliate application, presentations and trainings for libraries, schools, associations and conferences.
Typical Functions:
Collection development for the book club selection, selection of the publications featured in the Arkansas Gems promotional materials, contact with Arkansas authors for programs and book selection, coordination of the judges panel for the Letters About Literature
competition, Letters About Literature awards ceremony, attends the annual Center for the Book Idea Exchange and the National Book Festival, promotes reading and literature throughout the state, creates promotional materials, develops and presents training
sessions at public libraries and at association meetings and conferences, special projects such as the Civil War Sesquicentennial events. Performs other duties as assigned.
Applicants must send a copy of their college transcripts to the Arkansas State Library by September 5, 2011 at the following address:
Arkansas State Library
Attn: Deborah Spangler
900 West Capitol, Suite 100
Little Rock, AR 72201-3108
(Fax) 501-682-1533
(Email) [log in to unmask]
ONLY APPLICANTS WITH A MASTERS DEGREE IN LIBRARY SCIENCE WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THE LIBRARY COORDINATOR POSITION.
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| Job Details |
| Position No.: |
2208-2095 |
| Class Code: |
E030C |
| Grade: |
C119 |
| Salary Range: |
$35,554.00 - $60,390.00 per year |
Background
check required? |
No |
| Location Information |
| Job City: |
Little Rock |
| Job County/Region: |
Pulaski |
| Contact Information |
| Contact name: |
Deborah Spangler |
| Phone: |
501-682-2853 |
| Email: |
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