Well, my husband got orders to move to Hawaii. Hardship, right? ;) So, this blog is changing to help my job search there. I wasn't sure about looking over there because we wanted to get pregnant again, but it just isn't happening right now and I need to get back into the swing of things. It has been almost a year since my daughter was born, and just over a year since I have actually worked. I am looking forward to being out there again.
So, this blog will be changing so that I can search for jobs in Hawaii, on Oahu. Wish me luck!
Wednesday, February 24, 2010
Wednesday, May 21, 2008
Opening - Prince William County - Librarian I
Prince William County
Librarian I - (Youth Services)
Closing Date: 05/30/2008
Position No: 945054
Department: Library
Location: Manassas, VA
Grade: 13
Salary: $41,853.50 - $66,965.60 / Year
Closing Date: 5/30/2008
Entry Salary Range: $41,853.50 - $53,991.08 / Year Permanent Full Time
Why You should work for Prince William County
Frequently Asked Questions
Prince William County Library
Introduction:
The Prince William Public Library System is seeking a dynamic professional to join the Youth Services staff at Bull Run Regional Library. If you enjoy working with children and are looking for a position that is exciting, rewarding, challenging and closer to home, apply today to join the Prince William team.
Duties:
* Full-time position available (37.5 hours weekly) located at Bull Run Regional Library. * Provide information and reference services by phone and in person utilizing on-line databases and library materials; * Develop, plan, select materials and provide programs for youth such as storytimes, craft programs, readers' advisory, and school visits. * Maintain knowledge of current titles and public interests. * Assist with in-house collection maintenance and special projects. * Schedule will include daytime hours, one night per week, and Saturdays in rotation with other staff members.
Knowledge, Skills, and Responsibilities:
* General professional knowledge of library policies, procedures, materials and practices, including information tools and searching techniques, service talks and other public relations methods;* General knowledge of standard office equipment to include personal computer and applicable software;* Ability to evaluate library service problems and participate in obtaining resolutions;* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and library patrons;* Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Education and Experience:
* Requires a Master's Degree in Library Science(MLS) or Library and Information Science(MLIS) from an ALA accredited college/university or equivalent;* This is an entry-level professional librarian position.
Special Requirements:
N/A
Preferences:
* Knowledge of children's and/or young adult reference sources, on-line reference service, reader's advisory, and programming skills.
Click Here to Apply
Librarian I - (Youth Services)
Closing Date: 05/30/2008
Position No: 945054
Department: Library
Location: Manassas, VA
Grade: 13
Salary: $41,853.50 - $66,965.60 / Year
Closing Date: 5/30/2008
Entry Salary Range: $41,853.50 - $53,991.08 / Year Permanent Full Time
Why You should work for Prince William County
Frequently Asked Questions
Prince William County Library
Introduction:
The Prince William Public Library System is seeking a dynamic professional to join the Youth Services staff at Bull Run Regional Library. If you enjoy working with children and are looking for a position that is exciting, rewarding, challenging and closer to home, apply today to join the Prince William team.
Duties:
* Full-time position available (37.5 hours weekly) located at Bull Run Regional Library. * Provide information and reference services by phone and in person utilizing on-line databases and library materials; * Develop, plan, select materials and provide programs for youth such as storytimes, craft programs, readers' advisory, and school visits. * Maintain knowledge of current titles and public interests. * Assist with in-house collection maintenance and special projects. * Schedule will include daytime hours, one night per week, and Saturdays in rotation with other staff members.
Knowledge, Skills, and Responsibilities:
* General professional knowledge of library policies, procedures, materials and practices, including information tools and searching techniques, service talks and other public relations methods;* General knowledge of standard office equipment to include personal computer and applicable software;* Ability to evaluate library service problems and participate in obtaining resolutions;* Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and library patrons;* Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Education and Experience:
* Requires a Master's Degree in Library Science(MLS) or Library and Information Science(MLIS) from an ALA accredited college/university or equivalent;* This is an entry-level professional librarian position.
Special Requirements:
N/A
Preferences:
* Knowledge of children's and/or young adult reference sources, on-line reference service, reader's advisory, and programming skills.
Click Here to Apply
Were we dupped?
According to a post by the Annoyed Librarian, we all were duped into thinking that there would be plenty of librarian positions out there for the taking, especially when the older ones retired. Do you think that ALA and the library schools duped eager students just for money? Of is the Annoyed Librarian wrong? Read this article and let me know.
As for my own experience, there were a lot of positions around the D.C. area when I was looking. I applied to a ton of them, but was only interviewed for two. The others tossed my application because I didn't have my degree in hand. Would they consider me now?
I'm now in a position where they hired me because I was fresh out of school, eager to learn and to please. I was the only person they didn't meet in person (phone interview and video conference) but I was hired. I am head of youth services in this small branch, with one assistant, so I am confident that I will be able to compete well when I need to move on. But you need to get that first job to feel this way. And it was nerve-wracking to think that the job market wasn't as advertised to me by my school and by ALA. I hunted everyday for openings, practiced interview questions, read and re-read my resume until my eyes strained. I don't know what you can do differently, there isn't much.
My advice, though, is to apply as early as 8-6 months before you NEED the job, because we are talking about government agencies here. It took 8 months for them to even call me for a library assistant job back in Texas. Hiring freezes are a reality, so be prepared.
So anyway, read the article. Form your own opinion. Proceed with caution.
As for my own experience, there were a lot of positions around the D.C. area when I was looking. I applied to a ton of them, but was only interviewed for two. The others tossed my application because I didn't have my degree in hand. Would they consider me now?
I'm now in a position where they hired me because I was fresh out of school, eager to learn and to please. I was the only person they didn't meet in person (phone interview and video conference) but I was hired. I am head of youth services in this small branch, with one assistant, so I am confident that I will be able to compete well when I need to move on. But you need to get that first job to feel this way. And it was nerve-wracking to think that the job market wasn't as advertised to me by my school and by ALA. I hunted everyday for openings, practiced interview questions, read and re-read my resume until my eyes strained. I don't know what you can do differently, there isn't much.
My advice, though, is to apply as early as 8-6 months before you NEED the job, because we are talking about government agencies here. It took 8 months for them to even call me for a library assistant job back in Texas. Hiring freezes are a reality, so be prepared.
So anyway, read the article. Form your own opinion. Proceed with caution.
Tuesday, April 29, 2008
Job Opening at D.C. Public Library
District of Columbia Public Library
Librarian, YA
Responsibilities: Under the general supervision of the Chief, Young Adult Division the incumbent provides reference and advisory services to young adult customers; guides library customers inthe use of the Library's on-line public access catalog as well as in wide range of print and other electronic and web-based reference resources; advises readers onthe relevance, and quality of particular titles from the circulating collections in meeting customer's informational needs, shares with colleagues of the Division in collection building activities as assigned; creates reference aides (e.g., bibliographies, pathfinders, guides, indexes) to assist library customers to gain greater access to specific and desired contents of the Library's YA collections; plans and executes high-interest programs, such as authors books talks and signings to meet both student and adult interests. performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements and Qualifications: CS-9: A Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited library school is required. CS-11: A minimum of one year's experience at the CS-9 grade level in the 1410 Librarian series or equivalent experience. In addition, education and/or experience that have provided broad knowledge of young adult services and programs are especially desirable. All applicants must present a combination of experience, education, skill, self-development, and expertise that demonstrates the capacity to perform the duties of the position.
Salary and Benefits: CS-9 $41,923 - $53,983 per annum CS-11 $50,510 - $65,126 per annum
Application Process: Submit D.C. Government Employment Application Form and resume to the Human Resources Department, Room 423, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20001 or email to hr.dcpl@dc.gov. For more information and to obtain an application, go to www.dclibrary.org - Posted April 23, 2008.
Librarian, YA
Responsibilities: Under the general supervision of the Chief, Young Adult Division the incumbent provides reference and advisory services to young adult customers; guides library customers inthe use of the Library's on-line public access catalog as well as in wide range of print and other electronic and web-based reference resources; advises readers onthe relevance, and quality of particular titles from the circulating collections in meeting customer's informational needs, shares with colleagues of the Division in collection building activities as assigned; creates reference aides (e.g., bibliographies, pathfinders, guides, indexes) to assist library customers to gain greater access to specific and desired contents of the Library's YA collections; plans and executes high-interest programs, such as authors books talks and signings to meet both student and adult interests. performs other related duties as assigned.
Requirements and Qualifications: CS-9: A Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited library school is required. CS-11: A minimum of one year's experience at the CS-9 grade level in the 1410 Librarian series or equivalent experience. In addition, education and/or experience that have provided broad knowledge of young adult services and programs are especially desirable. All applicants must present a combination of experience, education, skill, self-development, and expertise that demonstrates the capacity to perform the duties of the position.
Salary and Benefits: CS-9 $41,923 - $53,983 per annum CS-11 $50,510 - $65,126 per annum
Application Process: Submit D.C. Government Employment Application Form and resume to the Human Resources Department, Room 423, Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Library, 901 G Street, NW, Washington, D.C. 20001 or email to hr.dcpl@dc.gov. For more information and to obtain an application, go to www.dclibrary.org - Posted April 23, 2008.
Thursday, February 21, 2008
Blantant Berry: The Vanishing Librarians
For the past several years, many have said that now is the time to be a librarian, that the profession is greying. There are a lot of opportunities out there for new librarians, and I was encouraged by that news.
But now, after reading an article in Library Journal, that may be changing with technology. All of these new jobs may not be needed as the library turns into a Barnes & Noble, where clerks rely on the computer for help in any subject. Professional librarians may only be able to find work with corporations such as Amazon or B&N, making lists for them for the online content.
Here is the article about "deskilling." Read it and let me know what you think!
Blantant Berry: The Vanishing Librarians
The Library Becomes a Dehumanized Supermarket or a Chaotic Bookstore
By John N. Berry III
Library Journal 02/15/2008
But now, after reading an article in Library Journal, that may be changing with technology. All of these new jobs may not be needed as the library turns into a Barnes & Noble, where clerks rely on the computer for help in any subject. Professional librarians may only be able to find work with corporations such as Amazon or B&N, making lists for them for the online content.
Here is the article about "deskilling." Read it and let me know what you think!
Blantant Berry: The Vanishing Librarians
The Library Becomes a Dehumanized Supermarket or a Chaotic Bookstore
By John N. Berry III
Library Journal 02/15/2008
Wednesday, January 30, 2008
Montgomery County, MD Hiring Freeze
Just an FYI for those seeking a librarian position in Montgomery County, Maryland:
"Effective January 7, 2008, hiring has been suspended for County government vacant positions. A very limited number of jobs in public safety and direct front line service positions are exempt from the hiring freeze. Additionally, departments may request an exemption to fill positions based on other critical or emergency needs. The vacancies displayed here, therefore, may not be processed or filled if they do not meet these criteria. Please check the web site in the next few days for additional information.
Thank You.
Joseph Adler, Director"
--taken from http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/content/ohr/career/
"Effective January 7, 2008, hiring has been suspended for County government vacant positions. A very limited number of jobs in public safety and direct front line service positions are exempt from the hiring freeze. Additionally, departments may request an exemption to fill positions based on other critical or emergency needs. The vacancies displayed here, therefore, may not be processed or filled if they do not meet these criteria. Please check the web site in the next few days for additional information.
Thank You.
Joseph Adler, Director"
--taken from http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/content/ohr/career/
Tuesday, January 29, 2008
Loudoun County - Extended Close Date
This position is now OPEN UNTIL FILLED:
Click HERE to apply.
LIBRARIAN - TEEN
Recruitment #08-S245-193
| Date Opened: | 1/4/2008 8:00:00 AM | ||
| Closing Date: | Open until filled | ||
| Hiring Range: | $37,314 - $50,374 | ||
| Department: | LIBRARY SERVICES | ||
| Job Type: | Open and Competitive | ||
| Full/Part-Time: |
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| Eligible For: | Full Benefits | ||
| Reg/Temp: |
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| JOB DESCRIPTION |
Are you a librarian ready for an exciting challenge? Do you relate well with teens and enjoy teen literature? Do you have dozens of surprisingly wonderful ideas that you can’t wait to implement? Yes? We may have the job of your dreams with the Loudoun County Public Library. This person will devise innovative, enriching programs that will interest teens. They will work with other system teen staff on the Summer Reading Program, Teen Tech Week, and Teen Read Week. They will assist in coordinating the award winning “After Hours” Teen Center program, work with teen volunteers, assist teens with electronic resources and assist patrons of all ages at the reference desk. Ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic and creative team player with excellent communication skills and dedication to customer service. Schedule will vary, including weekends and evenings. |
| JOB REQUIREMENTS |
Requires a Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited school and must obtain certification as a professional librarian by the Commonwealth of Virginia within 6 months of hire. Prefer library experience. |
Click HERE to apply.
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