Public Library Circuit Riders. The Western Massachusetts Regional Library System, through the 2-year LSTA Together We Thrive grant, seeks highly motivated, experienced individuals to travel to small public libraries in Western Massachusetts to assist with a variety of tasks. Tasks may include weeding, cataloging, collection development, space planning, automation, resource sharing systems and marketing. Please indicate in which of these particular areas you have expertise. Some training will be provided.
These part-time (5-10 hours per week) positions could include evenings or weekends depending upon an individual library's needs. Requirements: Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision; to communicate effectively in written and oral expression; to apply principles of library science to solve practical problems; and to work and communicate as part of a Circuit Rider team.
Experience: Proven knowledge of professional library methods, resources and practices; Computer skills; Demonstrated patience and flexibility; Some knowledge of and sensitivity to smaller communities, their governance and/or their libraries.
$15.00/hour + mileage, no benefits. Must have a valid Massachusetts Class D Motor Vehicle Operator's License and a vehicle and/or transportation to member libraries and other meeting commitments .
Applications received by February 1, 2008 will receive first consideration. Additional positions will become available throughout the grant period. Please submit cover letter, resume and references to: Becky Marconi, Thrive Project Coordinator, PO Box 609, South Deerfield, MA 01373.
Thursday, January 24, 2008
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