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4-15-09 The Blanco County South Library District is accepting resumes from individuals to be considered for the position of Librarian at the Blanco Library. The Librarian oversees the direct operation of the Library, its staff of 6 employees, and 40+ volunteers. People skills are a must. Experience in working with youth also required. Degree in Library Science not required but the applicant will be expected to attend workshops and take online classes to attain and maintain the level of competency required by the Board of Trustees and the State of Texas. The librarian must be computer literate and familiar with Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel. The Librarian position is based upon 40 hours per week, days and hours per day to be determined by Librarian and Board of Trustees. Salary $30,000 - $35,000 per year based upon 40 hour work week and Library experience. Two weeks vacation per year. Medical and 401K benefits currently not available. Librarian Job Description 1.) Operates within the "Policy and Procedures" approved by the Board of Trustees and Texas State Library Rules for small libraries. 2.) Works in the library at least 40 hours per week doing library work. Goals for use of time: 50% with patrons, volunteers and assistant librarians, 35% paperwork, and 15% projects. 3.) Makes recommendations to the Board of Trustees concerning policy and procedure when appropriate. 4.) Assists in budget preparation with the Board of Trustees and operates within the budget established. 5.) Purchases books, videos, talking books, and other library materials within budget allocations. 6.) Oversees orders and returns of ILL books in accordance with CTLS procedure. 7.) Arranges for new library material to be entered in the automation system - barcoded, covered, stamped, etc.- and on the shelf in an expeditious manner. 8.) Maintains Library stats and completes surveys and forms as required. Supervises and guarantees book inventory records are current. Completes other inventory forms as required. 9.) Acknowledges and codes bills and gives them to Business Assistant, assuring that all gifts of books will be acknowledged in form letter by Librarian or staff designate. 10.) Oversees overdues, issuance of new cards, and accessioning, and maintains complete and accurate records. 11.) Attracts patrons to use the library through creative programs, displays, etc. 12.) Oversees publication of articles related to library events, programs, etc. in local newspapers. 13.) Ensures the library has a clean, neat, and cheerful appearance and pleasant environment for patrons. 14.) Ensures that all patrons will have a pleasant experience while in the library and that all will be treated in a friendly, positive manner. 15.) Appreciates, encourages, and assigns responsibilities to assistant librarians, aides, other staff members and volunteers based on their interest and talents. Listens to volunteer's suggestions and involves them in all information relating to the library when possible. 16.) Assists the Board of Trustees with job performance evaluation of salaried staff. 17.) Recruits new volunteers and encourages their volunteerism if the prospect and volunteer schedule is favorable to library needs. 18.) Ensures that use of the building and the equipment is in accordance with established policies and procedures. 19.) Attends meetings as required for personal certification and library certification. 20.) Coordinates information services with other agencies. 21.) Directs implementation and management of library database and website. 22.) Establish cross training procedures for operational library procedures. 23.) Assess community literacy needs and provide appropriate materials and programs. 24.) Adheres to the American Library Association Code of Ethics. Resumes for Librarian position to be mailed to: Blanco County South Library District Librarian Committee 1118 Main St. Blanco, TX 78606 Questions may be directed to 830-833-4280. They will be promptly forwarded to the Committee and a response returned. Resumes should be received by Library by 12:00 Noon May 1. Kam McEvoy Electronic Resources Specialist Central Texas Library System, Inc. 1005 West 41st St., Suite 100 Austin, TX 78756 512-583-0704 x19 800-262-4431 x19 fax: 512-583-0709
