[SOA] Digital Librarian opening at Ohio Genealogical Society

[Carleton, Janet]

From: Tom Neel <tneel at ogs.org<mailto:tneel at ogs.org>>
Sent: Tuesday, June 18, 2019 10:02 AM
To: Carleton, Janet <carleton at ohio.edu<mailto:carleton at ohio.edu>>
Subject: Digital Librarian opening at Ohio Genealogical Society

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
June 15, 2019
Ohio Genealogial Society
Thomas S. Neel, Director
419-886-1903
tneel at ogs.org<mailto:tneel at ogs.org>

Ohio Genealogical Society Seeking Digital Librarian

BELLVILLE, OH - The Ohio Genealogical Society is excited to announce that we are now taking applications for a Digital Librarian which will be a full-time position within the organization. The Ohio Genealogical Society is focused on protecting and sharing Ohio's family history resources, developing engaging educational opportunities, and connecting genealogists.
Purpose of the Job:
Under the general guidance of the OGS Library Director, this position is responsible for leading and supervising a team of staff and volunteers.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Responsibilities will include:

  *   Working with the OGS Library Director in orienting, coaching, managing and evaluating assigned team.
  *   Work with professional web development vendor in the creation of a new website design for OGS
  *   Maintain the Ohio Genealogical Society website
  *   Manage digital projects.
  *   Assumes responsibility for the operation of the OGS Library in the absence of the director
  *   Trains staff, volunteers, board members, and customers/researchers onsite at the OGS Library and remotely.

Minimum Qualifications:

  *   Masters of Library Science Degree from an ALA accredited institution or equivalent education/training in digital imaging, hardware and software, web site maintenance, including familiarity with content management software and metadata standards.
  *   Ability to express self effectively and concisely both orally and in writing.
  *   Ability to operate and troubleshoot OGS library technology systems including personal computer software programs and other job related equipment.
  *   Must be able to perform duties offsite. Valid driver's license and personal vehicle required.
  *   Act with the customers/researchers in mind using information gained from interacting with customers/researchers.

Interested parties should send a cover letter along with their resume and references to Thomas S. Neel, Library Director (tneel at ogs.org<mailto:tneel at ogs.org>) by July 15, 2019.

The Ohio Genealogical Society uniquely creates a network of Ohio expertise that lets genealogists discover their families, so they feel personally enriched and confident in their results.


Tom Neel MLIS/CPL, Library Director
Samuel D. Isaly Library
Ohio Genealogical Society
611 SR 97 W
Bellville OH 44813-8813
419-886-1903
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Membership $40 (OGS Quarterly, Ohio Genealogy News, Online Member Databases)


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