[OPLINLIST] FW: Open position at Massillon Public Library

[Mardea Harden]

Hello,

Massillon Public Library currently has an opening for a full-time (34 hours) Genealogy Specialist.  I would like to request that the opening be sent out to the mailing list.


MASSILLON PUBLIC LIBRARY POSITION ADVERTISEMENT

INCUMBENT:
EFFECTIVE DATE:
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POSITION DETAILS:

·         Position Title: Genealogy Specialist

·         Reports To: Adult Services Manager

·         Position Type: Non-exempt, hourly

·         Full Time/Part Time: Full time - 34 hours per week

·         Pay Rate Range: $11.00 - $13.50 per hour
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PURPOSE:

·         To provide comprehensive service to all patrons and assist them with reference, history, and genealogy research
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QUALIFICATIONS:

·         A Bachelor's degree with 1 year of Library or other directly related experience required.

·         2 years of experience would be preferable

·         Completion of some higher education with comparable experience would be considered

·         Customer Service experience, preferably in a library environment, is desirable

·         Must be familiar with local history

·         Be familiar with significant authors and books

·         Working knowledge of research databases and online catalogs

·         Basic computer and clerical skills are required

·         Must have acceptable results on a criminal background check
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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

·         Provide public service at the Reference and Local History and Genealogy desks

·         Provide in-depth genealogy assistance to patrons

·         Assist patrons in learning to do their own research

·         Serve as staff resource for genealogy research

·         Maintain appropriate records in connection with genealogy queries, meetings, and programs

·         Encourage genealogy enthusiasts to join as members in the Massillon Genealogy Society

·         Prepare and submit monthly genealogy statistics

·         Plan and organize genealogy related programs for the public

·         Work with the PR staff to publicize programs

·         Serve as liaison to Genealogy volunteers and Massillon Genealogy Society

·         Report to supervisor and Director on committee projects

·         Perform occasional clerical tasks for department, including filing Reference materials

·         Share Chain of Command responsibilities

·         Assist at Circulation Desk in emergencies

·         Necessary physical aspects include, but are not limited to:  standing, moving, sitting, operating office equipment, climbing steps, and lifting up to 35 lbs.

·         Attend appropriate meetings and workshops.

·         Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor
NOTE:  This position description states the nature and level of assignments normally given in this position; its list of tasks is not exhaustive.
__________________________________________________________________________________________________SCHEDULE:

·         To be determined by the supervisor
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HOW TO APPLY:

·         To apply for this position, download an application from: http://www.massillonlibrary.org/sites/default/files/employmentapplication2011_2.pdf

·         Please submit the completed application, a cover letter, and resume by mail to:

Mardea Harden, Human Resources Generalist

Massillon Public Library

208 Lincoln Way East

Massillon, OH 44646

·         The documents may also be scanned and submitted as email attachments to: hardenma at massillonlibrary.org<mailto:hardenma at massillonlibrary.org>

·         Deadline for application: February 11, 2016
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EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER


Thank you,

Mardea Harden
Human Resources Generalist
Massillon Public Library
330-832-9831 Ex. 309

"Whatever the cost of our libraries, the price is cheap compared to that of an ignorant nation."
― Walter Cronkite<http://www.goodreads.com/author/show/30807.Walter_Cronkite>

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