Friday, November 30, 2007
Nothing new...
Everyday I go through the links on the right checking for any new job openings. It only takes a few minutes to do so, but it's frustrating to not see any new positions. For example, Arlington has had an opening for a Librarian II for Youth Services open for a while. If one of their I's could just step up, then their job would be up for grabs!! Maybe they don't have any I's for the job. Arlington would be a good place to work. My husband works in Arlington and their system has money. That area is very wealthy, which is why we'll be living elsewhere! Too expensive for what we want (small garage and back yard).
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Another Prince William Opening
Librarian I (Selection Services)
Position No: 922037
Department: Library
Location: Woodbridge, VA
Grade: 13
Salary: $41,853.50 - $66,965.60 / Year
Closing Date: 12/11/2007
Entry Salary Range: $41,853.50 - $53,991.08 / Year
Permanent Full Time
Duties: Regular full-time position (37.5 hours weekly), Monday through Friday. Selects adult non-fiction print materials for four full service and six neighborhood libraries. Responds to patron and staff collection inquires and suggestions. Works with cataloging staff to identify the best call number for problematic items. Evaluates items for weeding, replacement or transfer. Trains branch collection maintenance staff in weeding and collection issues and guidelines. Assists branch staff with weeding duties resulting from special projects. Meets with publisher representatives as appropriate. Works the Information Desk at a full-service library three hours per week.
Knowledge, Skills, and Responsibilities: General professional knowledge of library policies, procedures, materials and practices, including: materials selection and collection development, information tools and searching techniques; service talks and other public relations methods; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and library patrons.
Education and Experience: Requires a Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS) or Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA accredited college/university. (This is an entry-level professional librarian position).
Special Requirements: N/A
Preferences: Knowledge or experience with public library adult selection principles and practices, including print, non-print and web based resources used in collection development; public library experience desirable.
Position No: 922037
Department: Library
Location: Woodbridge, VA
Grade: 13
Salary: $41,853.50 - $66,965.60 / Year
Closing Date: 12/11/2007
Entry Salary Range: $41,853.50 - $53,991.08 / Year
Permanent Full Time
Duties: Regular full-time position (37.5 hours weekly), Monday through Friday. Selects adult non-fiction print materials for four full service and six neighborhood libraries. Responds to patron and staff collection inquires and suggestions. Works with cataloging staff to identify the best call number for problematic items. Evaluates items for weeding, replacement or transfer. Trains branch collection maintenance staff in weeding and collection issues and guidelines. Assists branch staff with weeding duties resulting from special projects. Meets with publisher representatives as appropriate. Works the Information Desk at a full-service library three hours per week.
Knowledge, Skills, and Responsibilities: General professional knowledge of library policies, procedures, materials and practices, including: materials selection and collection development, information tools and searching techniques; service talks and other public relations methods; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and library patrons.
Education and Experience: Requires a Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS) or Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA accredited college/university. (This is an entry-level professional librarian position).
Special Requirements: N/A
Preferences: Knowledge or experience with public library adult selection principles and practices, including print, non-print and web based resources used in collection development; public library experience desirable.
Sunday, November 25, 2007
Prince William County Opening Librarian I
Librarian I
Position No: 898023
Department: Library
Location: Manassas, VA
Grade: 13
Salary: $21.46 - $34.34 / Hour
Closing Date: 12/7/2007
Entry Salary Range: $21.46 - $27.69 / Hour
Permanent Part Time
Duties: Part-time position at Central Community Library located in Manassas, Virginia (15 hours weekly). Duties include providing information and reference services on the adult and children's information desk. Scheduling flexibility imperative. Schedule will include one evening a week, some daytime hours and Sundays (mid-September-first week in June).
Position No: 898023
Department: Library
Location: Manassas, VA
Grade: 13
Salary: $21.46 - $34.34 / Hour
Closing Date: 12/7/2007
Entry Salary Range: $21.46 - $27.69 / Hour
Permanent Part Time
Duties: Part-time position at Central Community Library located in Manassas, Virginia (15 hours weekly). Duties include providing information and reference services on the adult and children's information desk. Scheduling flexibility imperative. Schedule will include one evening a week, some daytime hours and Sundays (mid-September-first week in June).
Knowledge, Skills, and Responsibilities: General professional knowledge of library policies, procedures, materials and practices, including: information tools and searching techniques; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and library patrons.
Education and Experience: Requires a Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS) or Library and Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA accredited college/university. (This is an entry-level professional librarian position).
Special Requirements: N/A
Preferences: Successful candidate should have experience with reference sources, on-line information retrieval, and reader’s advisory.
Saturday, November 24, 2007
Phone Interview
Got a call earlier this week for a phone interview!! It is for a Youth Services Librarian for the Loundon County Public Library in Virginia. I have to do some prep. before then, going over the questions they are sending (which I will post later so you all have an idea of what to expect), and I have to prepare a story time, reading to them over the phone. I think I'll put together a winter themed storytime for preschoolers, with two or three books and some songs and rhymes. We'll see. So, wish me luck!! I'll let you know how it goes!!
Thursday, November 15, 2007
Job listservs...
Here is the info I promised about the listservs from local accredited schools near D.C.
Catholic University offers a job listserv for students, alumni, and all job seekers. I will post this in the links area to the right as well. This link will take you to the directions page on how to subscribe.
Catholic University Job Listserv
The University of Maryland also has a listserv but it states that it is for "students, faculty, staff, and alumni." In case you are any of these, the link to the listserv page is below.
University of Maryland Listserv
Catholic University offers a job listserv for students, alumni, and all job seekers. I will post this in the links area to the right as well. This link will take you to the directions page on how to subscribe.
Catholic University Job Listserv
The University of Maryland also has a listserv but it states that it is for "students, faculty, staff, and alumni." In case you are any of these, the link to the listserv page is below.
University of Maryland Listserv
Wednesday, November 14, 2007
Alexandria Part-Time Lib. I opening...
Alexandria Library has an opening for a Part-time (25 hrs. per week) Librarian in their Local History/Special Collections department. Information is below:
Duties: Answers reference questions using traditional, electronic, and Internet sources in an efficient and courteous manner. Assists patrons in using the collection to answer local and Virginia history questions. Helps patrons with genealogical inquiries and databases. Creates internet exhibits for the library web page showcasing materials found in the Special Collections Branch. Works with archival resources. Interprets policies and procedures of the library for the public. Other duties as assigned.
Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of reference sources; ability to instruct patrons using various technologies. Ability to work in-depth with patrons on historical and genealogical subjects. Ability to assist a diverse population of patrons in a calm and courteous manner. Ability to work well with others as well as independently. Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing situations.
Schedule: 25 hours per week Monday 9am - 4 pm; Tuesday 9am - 4 pm, Wednesday 1pm - 9 pm, Friday 9 am - 4 pm. Each day includes a one hour meal period. Saturdays in rotation with other staff members.
Location: Local History/Special Collections, Barrett Library, 717 Queen St., Alexandria
Salary: $19.40 - $21.389 per hour, doq. Eligible for prorated annual and sick leave, health insurance, retirement, life insurance and disability insurance.
Qualifications: M.L.S. degree from an ALA accredited library school, or completion of course work towards a master’s degree from an ALA accredited library school will be considered. Virginia certification or Virginia provisional certification is required within six months of hire date. Knowledge of Virginia and American history preferred. Interest in genealogy a plus.
Contact:
Send/FAX resume to:Send resume and library application to: George Combs Special Collections/Local History Branch Manager 717 Queen St. Alexandria, VA 22314 703.838.4577 x213 703.706.3912 (Fax)
Apply online as well HERE
Open until Friday, November 23, 2007 at 6 p.m.
Duties: Answers reference questions using traditional, electronic, and Internet sources in an efficient and courteous manner. Assists patrons in using the collection to answer local and Virginia history questions. Helps patrons with genealogical inquiries and databases. Creates internet exhibits for the library web page showcasing materials found in the Special Collections Branch. Works with archival resources. Interprets policies and procedures of the library for the public. Other duties as assigned.
Skills & Abilities: Knowledge of reference sources; ability to instruct patrons using various technologies. Ability to work in-depth with patrons on historical and genealogical subjects. Ability to assist a diverse population of patrons in a calm and courteous manner. Ability to work well with others as well as independently. Flexibility and the ability to adapt to changing situations.
Schedule: 25 hours per week Monday 9am - 4 pm; Tuesday 9am - 4 pm, Wednesday 1pm - 9 pm, Friday 9 am - 4 pm. Each day includes a one hour meal period. Saturdays in rotation with other staff members.
Location: Local History/Special Collections, Barrett Library, 717 Queen St., Alexandria
Salary: $19.40 - $21.389 per hour, doq. Eligible for prorated annual and sick leave, health insurance, retirement, life insurance and disability insurance.
Qualifications: M.L.S. degree from an ALA accredited library school, or completion of course work towards a master’s degree from an ALA accredited library school will be considered. Virginia certification or Virginia provisional certification is required within six months of hire date. Knowledge of Virginia and American history preferred. Interest in genealogy a plus.
Contact:
Send/FAX resume to:Send resume and library application to: George Combs Special Collections/Local History Branch Manager 717 Queen St. Alexandria, VA 22314 703.838.4577 x213 703.706.3912 (Fax)
Apply online as well HERE
Open until Friday, November 23, 2007 at 6 p.m.
Tuesday, November 13, 2007
A bit too late...
I was so excited, there was a voicemail message from the Central Rappahannock Regional Library, in regards to my application. It's 47 miles away from where my husband currently works, but we could live in between, no problem. I called her back, left another message. She finally got a hold of me just to tell me that it was already filled. Kind of a bummer. I am happy that she called to tell me that because I hate not knowing.
On the up side of things, she is going to keep my application for future professional openings and asked that I contact her when I get into the area in case she has any part-time or sub positions available.
She also mentioned checking out Catholic University and the University of Maryland since they are the only ALA accredited library schools in the area and may offer career help or job listings. She wasn't sure if this was only offered to their students or if they had a website open to everyone. My school has a listserv that sends out job announcements. But you have to be a student or an alum. I'll check the schools out and post back later if anything pans out.
On the up side of things, she is going to keep my application for future professional openings and asked that I contact her when I get into the area in case she has any part-time or sub positions available.
She also mentioned checking out Catholic University and the University of Maryland since they are the only ALA accredited library schools in the area and may offer career help or job listings. She wasn't sure if this was only offered to their students or if they had a website open to everyone. My school has a listserv that sends out job announcements. But you have to be a student or an alum. I'll check the schools out and post back later if anything pans out.
Monday, November 12, 2007
How do I find jobs in Charles County???
Okay, I have looked at the library's page for Charles County. Nothing about jobs there. I have gone to the county's page. Nothing there either. I have chatted online with a Maryland librarian through the AskNow system, but they were not from there and had no clue either. I have e-mailed the library's reference department but have not received a response!!
So, can anyone tell me how to get a job in Charles County, Maryland, with the library??? That is the county that my husband wants to live in, but they only have three libraries. I going to have to call them instead of trying to find answers online. It's just so late every time I remember!! Argh!!
So, can anyone tell me how to get a job in Charles County, Maryland, with the library??? That is the county that my husband wants to live in, but they only have three libraries. I going to have to call them instead of trying to find answers online. It's just so late every time I remember!! Argh!!
Sunday, November 11, 2007
Attention MLS Students!!!
Was making the usual rounds of the library systems around D.C. and found a new opening!! Check out the Prince George's County Memorial Library System to see the opening for a Librarian I!! What is even better is that they put a statement on the page about accepting MLS students in their last semester!! How perfect is that?? I haven't applied for anything is this county yet so it was really cool to find this today. Pretty much the highlight of my day!!
Saturday, November 10, 2007
Not Forwarded...
What the heck does "Not Forwarded" mean? I have recently applied for a Young Adult Librarian position and the application status reads "Not Forwarded."
I called the analyst at the HR department, left a message. A couple of days later I left another message. Then I e-mailed the HR department. Finally I received a response. The analyst told me that the library is looking for previous experience, especially since they received a lot of resumes. I replied, reminding him that I have 2.5 years of experience in an urban library, in reference, children's, and teen departments.
So, he forwarded it on to the library, so that they could answer my question. What to know why it was discarded? I don't have my MLS, yet. I am a month away from graduation, so I do not qualify. They don't have a policy like my current job has to hire within six months of graduation. It's all or nothing. That really bites 'cause the position sounded perfect!! It also sucks because I applied, before knowing this, to another position with their system, for a part-time young adult librarian. Oh well, I'll re-apply after December 10th!!
I called the analyst at the HR department, left a message. A couple of days later I left another message. Then I e-mailed the HR department. Finally I received a response. The analyst told me that the library is looking for previous experience, especially since they received a lot of resumes. I replied, reminding him that I have 2.5 years of experience in an urban library, in reference, children's, and teen departments.
So, he forwarded it on to the library, so that they could answer my question. What to know why it was discarded? I don't have my MLS, yet. I am a month away from graduation, so I do not qualify. They don't have a policy like my current job has to hire within six months of graduation. It's all or nothing. That really bites 'cause the position sounded perfect!! It also sucks because I applied, before knowing this, to another position with their system, for a part-time young adult librarian. Oh well, I'll re-apply after December 10th!!
Friday, November 9, 2007
Job hunting around D.C.
Welcome to my blog where you will find out about my hunt for a librarian position in and around the D.C. area. I'm about to graduate from a library school in Texas and will be heading out after Christmas, to the D.C area. I will be adding links, job opportunities, tips, and more about how to get employed! I'll also be adding my personal triumphs and disasters so that you may benefit from my experience! So stay tuned for more to come!!
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