County: Shawnee
Req. No: 168388
Agency Name: State Library
Applications accepted through: APR 25, 2011
Job Summary:
This librarian will develop and deliver training, create documentation and on-demand tutorials, and provide technical support directly related to the statewide, electronic services and programs of the State Library. The position will also support continuing education services provided by the division of Library Development by maintaining websites, and providing technical support and training for online programs and platforms.
This position establishes a central point of contact for statewide, electronic services provided to Kansas residents; provides consulting and technical support for regional library system staff; networks with regional library systems, librarians and library organizations to facilitate problem solving; and develops training and continuing education related to the State Library's electronic services and programs. Occasional travel is required.
Qualifications:
Master's degree in library science, or near completion of degree; OR equivalent experience directly related to specific job requirements. Preferred qualifications include one year experience in library training and/or library related technical support; familiarity with State Library electronic resources; familiarity with current library technologies and training and educational applications.
The following behavioral competencies are also required:
- Problem-solving and critical thinking skills to analyze user needs and to create solutions.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment with minimal supervision.
- Ability to develop and deliver training.
- Ability to communicate effectively with users of varying backgrounds, levels of experience and education.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers, collaborators and users
- Ability to self-motivate and work independently
This is an unclassified state government position with benefits. Salary range $33,000 - $37,000.
Applications will be accepted until April 25, 2011.
Questions about this position? Contact Cindi Hickey at (785)296-2146 or chickey@kslib.info
To Apply:
Please submit a resume, cover letter and three references by mail OR email OR fax to:
Vicki Harding
Division of Personnel Services
900 SW Jackson St., Room 252
Topeka, Kansas 66612
Email: Vicki.harding@da.ks.gov
Fax: (785) 296-0756
For original post: http://da.ks.gov/ps/pub/reqinfo.asp?id=168388
The State Library of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer
