Job announcement - Oregon

[Ernest Perez]

The Oregon State Library is looking for a leader and innovator in
development and marketing of Web-based electronic library services. I've
put a short summary at the top of the enclosed text, followed by the
full, official, position announcement. Addresses enclosed, to contact
for more information and details.

-ernest
Ernest Perez, Ph.D.//Oregon State Library//perez at opac.state.or.us
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ELECTRONIC SERVICES LIBRARIAN, INFORMATION SERVICES/REFERENCE, 
Deadline: March 16, 1998
   Requires an ALA/MLS and three years of professional library 
experience. This position will coordinate Web product development and 
aggressive marketing/training program. Salary is $2,683 to $3,575 month. 
Application information packet is available from Judyth Leifheit, Oregon 
State Library, State Library Building, Salem, OR  97310, (503) 378-4242 
Ext. 221, or <judyth.f.leifheit at state.or.us>.

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POST CODE: d720
ANNOUNCEMENT NUMBER: LE980149 	
CLASSIFICATION NUMBER:  C2218
EXAMINATION NUMBER: 8385
OPEN:  FEBRUARY 2, 1998
CLOSE:  MARCH 16, 1998


RECRUITING FOR...

Electronic Services Librarian
(Librarian 4)
$2,683 - $3,575


GENERAL INFORMATION

The Oregon State Library is recruiting to fill the position of
Electronic Services Librarian. The purpose of this position is to take
the lead in building an advanced library electronic information services
product line, and in aggressively marketing these products to the
library’s target customers.. The Electronic Services Librarian uses
knowledge of library automation, database, online information
applications, and expertise in information delivery over the World Wide
Web, to plan, organize, and lead in the continuing development of the
Oregon State Library’s electronic information services. This person has
primary responsibility for maintaining and developing WORKsmart, the
Web-based Intranet for state government, and also coordinates marketing
to and training of state agency library customers in the electronic
information product area. The Electronic Services Librarian works in a
team-based environment with the support of the Group Leader for
Information and Technical Services.

The Oregon State Library is an independent state agency governed by a
seven-member Board of Trustees, appointed by the Governor.  The Library
is the principal library and information service provider for Oregon
state government.  The Library is additionally an important resource for
libraries of all types throughout the state seeking assistance with
library development, continuing education, consulting services, and
library funding.  The State Library's mission includes providing quality
information services to Oregon state government, providing reading
materials to blind and print-disabled Oregonians, and providing
leadership, grants, and other assistance to improve local library
service for all Oregonians.

TO QUALIFY

Your PD 100 application form will be reviewed to verify that you have
the minimum qualifications stated in this section:

		•	An American Library Association (ALA) accredited Master of Library
Science degree; and
	
	•	o       Three years of experience in library operations; one year of
which must have been in development of electronic information services..

Your background must have provided you with the knowledge, skills and
abilities encompassed in the "examination" section of this announcement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The person in this position is responsible for maintenance, development,
and marketing of the Oregon State Library's electronic information
services products. Major duties include:

· Leads in the continuing development of the Oregon State Library’s
electronic information services, taking primary responsibility for
maintaining and developing WORKsmart, the state government’s  Web-based
Intranet information service.
· Leads and coordinates disciplinary specialist librarians in Web
product development, sets policy relating to Web design and
organization, and works to enhance the quality and usefulness of the
electronic information products. Develops and promotes the use of Web
style guides and standards, ensures the currency and accuracy of Web
links, and maintains and analyzes Web usage statistics. Monitors and
evaluates Web content, technical, and site design developments, and
provides library leadership in information systems innovation and
technology application. Works closely with Automated Systems staff to
design and support customized Web extensions such as electronic forms,
internal database applications, site licensing and innovative
applications of commercial services for library and remote users, and
continuing development of information applications
· Delivers and coordinates marketing and training for state agency
library customers in the electronic information product area. Trains
professional staff in basic and advanced use of Web information tools,
and coordinates them in aiding in marketing and training efforts.
Interviews individuals and focus groups, to determine customer and
agency needs, and direct electronic product line development.
· Participates as a member of the Information Services team in an agency
team-based environment, and contributes to high performance, policy
development, efficient and effective provision of services, program
prioritization, and performance measurement. 
· Assists the State Librarian and other library administrators in the
development of state-wide and agency programs; may represent the State
Library at national, regional and state library association meetings,
and other library-related meetings.

Important: You can examine the Oregon State Library's WORKsmart website
at <http://www.osl.state.or.us>.



WORKING CONDITIONS

• Typical office environment in shared office.

• You must be willing and able to attend meetings that may require
evening or weekend work.

•  You must be willing and able to travel throughout the state; must
have a valid driver's license and good driving record, or must be able
to provide an acceptable alternate method of transportation.

THE APPLICATION AND SELECTION PROCESS

Applications will be reviewed and evaluated, including the scoring of
the examination questions, by a screening committee. Based on this
evaluation, the most suitable applicants will be interviewed.  Final
appointment will be made by the State Librarian.

Send a cover letter of not more than one page, and responses to the
examination questions below, not to exceed four pages total, stating how
your knowledge (understanding of principles gained by experience or
training,) skills (competencies gained through experience or training,)
and abilities (potential to gain a knowledge or skill) relate to this
position. You must respond to the following questions. Respond to each
of the items individually and completely; number your responses to
correspond with the questions; explain or describe any experience and
training related to each item.

	1.	The person in this position will lead and coordinate in development
of the Library’s Web site for state government, and in innovative
applications of online information technology. Describe how your
experience and training have provided you with the ability to implement
such an advanced system, and with the skills to coordinate others
participating in the activity.  Include any experience you have had in
project management.
	
	2.	The person in this position will personally deliver and coordinate
others in the delivery of an aggressive marketing program, focusing upon
outreach to underserved agencies and state agency employees, and in
gathering "product improvement" information using organized methods of
gathering customer feedback and agency needs assessment. Describe how
your background has provided you with the knowledge and skills to
effectively perform in this activity area. 

	3.	The person in this position must have strong editorial and
publishing skills and solid grasp of graphic design and presentation
principles, in order to work in the areas of both printed materials for
marketing and training, and for computer visual displays. Describe the
training and/or experience that have prepared you for the
responsibilities in the areas of written communication and computer
display presentation  required by this position.  Include any
experience, training, and accomplishment in the use of microcomputer
applications, World Wide Web site management, graphic design and
creation, and writing and editorial tasks.

	4.	The person in this position must have strong oral communication
skills, in order to deliver marketing and training presentations to a
variety of audiences, including state agency employees, government
officials, library staff, and citizens.  Describe the training and/or
experience that have prepared you for the responsibilities concerning
oral presentations and delivery of marketing and training  required by
this position.

Obtain and complete a state job application form (PD 100). You may
download the PD-100 application at the state jobs page at
http://www.dashr.state.or.us/jobs/. To receive credit for Veteran's
preference points, a copy of your DD214 must be attached to your PD 100
application form.

If you have a disability and need an alternative format in order to
complete the application form (PD100) you may contact Judyth Leifheit,
Personnel Assistant, 378-4243, Ext. 221, email at
<judyth.f.leifheit at state.or.us>. 

Attach a resume that includes the names, addresses and phone numbers of
three professional references. Keep a copy of your application materials
for future reference. Copies are not provided.

TO APPLY

Mail application (cover letter, examination, application form (PD 100),
and resume) to:	
Barbara Columbus, Personnel Officer
Oregon State Library
State Library Building
250 Winter St. NE
Salem, Oregon 97310

Submit only the required materials. Reference letters or work examples
should be kept for interviews.

You may FAX, if necessary, to 503-585-8059, by 5 p.m. on the close date,
and follow-up by mailing the application immediately. All applications
must be complete and legible to be considered.

ALL INFORMATION REQUESTED MUST BE RECEIVED 
BY 5:00 P.M., October 10, 1997. 

For current information on State of Oregon job announcements call the
"Oregonian Inside Line" at 503-225-5555, Ext. 7777. Electronic access
via the World Wide Web at <http://www.dashr.state.or.us/jobs/>.

THE OREGON STATE LIBRARY IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION
EMPLOYER COMMITTED TO WORKFORCE DIVERSITY.

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