FW: Job - Electronic Reference Services Coordinator

[Audrey Kelly]

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Electronic Reference Services Coordinator
$32,510 - $50,755
Position #00059
The Library of Virginia's Reference Services Branch seeks an experienced
reference librarian with expertise in electronic information resources to
provide leadership in planning, evaluating and selecting these resources in
order to provide specialized information services to the Governor's Office,
the General Assembly, state government officials, and individual researchers
and to coordinate the maintenance of public access workstations in the
Library's Reading Rooms. The successful candidate should be public service
oriented, innovative and flexible, able to set priorities, and to work both
independently and as part of the Reference team.

This position provides reference and instructional/training services in
electronic and traditional print resources; coordinates technical support
for workstations in the Public Services Reading Rooms; advises on the
purchase and placement of electronic resources and databases for public use
and assists in the collection development and maintenance of the Reference
Collection; assists in the development and maintenance of the Library's web
site; consults with staff in other divisions to ensure effective use of
electronic resources by the public and library staff.

Qualifications include an MLS from an ALA accredited school, progressive
professional library reference experience, extensive knowledge of electronic
information resources and technologies and library reference theory and
practice. Experience with integrated library systems, networked
environments, knowledge of computer hardware and software applications.
Effective communication, interpersonal skills, and strong public service are
crucial. Experience with HTML preferred.

The Library of Virginia fosters an open, team-oriented work environment and
is seeking individuals who value this approach. To apply, submit a completed
Virginia Employment Application Form for Position #00059 by 5:00 p.m. on
Friday, July 9, 1999, to Patricia Ann Browne, The Library of Virginia, 800
E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA 23219. Phone 804-692-3586 or FAX 804-692-3587.
Must pass a security check.

The Virginia Employment Application Form is available online from the
Virginia Department of Personnel and Training at
http://www.dpt.state.va.us/statefrm.htm.


An EEO/AA/ADA Employer


See the Library of Virginia's web site at:
http://www.vsla.edu/