Internet Training Librarian Position

[John C. Houser]

Training Specialist (Librarian III)
(newly created position)

General Summary:  
Reporting to Coordinator of Information Systems, is primarily
responsible for developing an Internet training curriculum and training
Detroit Associated Libraries staff to use the Internet's resources in
the new IS Department and LSCA funded Internet training center at Main
Library.  Long-range plans include offering training to library staff
from multi-type libraries in the Detroit Associated Libraries Region of
Cooperation and to the public.  As a member of the IS staff, the
Specialist will perform help desk duties and will also participate in
testing new information products, software and work station
configurations, compiling feedback from other staff and library computer
users.

Typical Duties:  
Plan for, develop and convert existing Internet training materials
available from other Michigan Internet Training Centers into local
course materials following state standards and guidelines for core
curriculum; present formal classroom instruction on the use of Internet
resources including Internet software and other application programs
available on the Training Center workstations such as word processing,
desktop publishing, communications, and spreadsheets; participate on
statewide Internet planning task force and attend conferences for skills
update; travel in own vehicle to area libraries.

Required Qualifications:  
ALA accredited MLS; at least one year successful, training experience;
Internet experience; ability to quickly adapt to and learn new software
without extensive training; good verbal, written communication skills;
commitment to providing service to a diverse computer user population;
ability to work with staff members and the public in a friendly,
cooperative manner; flexibility and willingness to embrace change;
physical and mental capacity to perform all aspects of job.

Desired Qualifications:  
Training and practical experience on other computer applications such as
word processing, spreadsheets, desktop publishing; experience with World
Wide Web development; technical service experience such as with OCLC, or
other cataloging tools; experience with use of computers to access
library collections especially with NOTIS, both in staff and public
modes.  

Complete job description available on request.  Very competitive
benefits; EEO employer.  Salary range minimum: $36,276.  Send resume to
Margaret LaRose, Associate Director for Human Resources, 5201 Woodward
Ave., Detroit, Michigan 48202, 313/833-4030.  Position open until
filled.

John C. Houser
Information Systems Coordinator
Detroit Public Library
(313) 833-4026 * Fax (313) 832-0877
jhouser at voyager.net