I have been asked to post these two professional position announcements
on Va-Hist:

 
Library Development Assistant Director
Position #6
Library Manager - Band 6
Salary Minimum: $49,473

The Library of Virginia is seeking an experienced administrator to
assist in managing the development and implementation of programs and
services for public and other libraries in Virginia.  The position of
Assistant Director, Library Development and Networking administers a
state aid program currently in excess of $16.5M and the LSTA program of
$3M+.  Directly supervising consultants for children/YA and public
libraries, the position also includes responsibility for providing
timely and accurate information services including grants, continuing
education and training.  Travel and presentations to library boards and
boards of supervisors are common.  

Qualifications
*       Graduation from an ALA accredited university with a Master's
Degree in Library Science.
*       Eligible for Virginia Professional Librarian Certificate.
*       Progressively responsible professional library experience, in a
public library preferred.
*       Knowledge of library management and information services/access
in libraries.
*       Knowledge of trends in library services.
*       Knowledge of techniques in planning, implementing, and
evaluating library services and programs.
*       Knowledge of the principles, practices, and policies of public
management including fiscal.
*       Ability to conduct research.
*       Ability to plan and conduct programs.
*       Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
*       Ability to work in teams internally and externally
*       Ability to use computers and standard applications in the modern
office environment.
*       Ability to work independently.
*       Ability to travel.
*       Must have a valid Virginia driver's license.
*       Must pass a security background check.


The Library of Virginia fosters an open, team-oriented work environment
and is seeking individuals who value this approach.  To apply,
candidates must submit a completed Virginia Employment Application form
for position #6 to Jacquie O'Connor in the Human Resources Office,
Library of Virginia, 800 East Broad Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219.
Phone 804-692-3586/ FAX 804-692-3587.  Review of application materials
will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Virginia Employment Application forms are available online at
http://jobs.state.va.us/eo_appl.htm.  Please visit the Library's website
at http://www.lva.lib.va.us/.  

EEO/AA/ADA Employer



Continuing Education Consultant
Position #90
Library Specialist III - Band 5
Salary Minimum: $41,000

The Library of Virginia is seeking an experienced Continuing Education
Consultant to assure the development and implementation of high quality
programs and services for public library staff in Virginia.
Responsibilities include assisting in statewide needs analysis, identify
competencies, develop plan to address needs and work to implement the
plan for all staff levels.  Duties include creating and conducting
training sessions, procuring outside training, marketing and promoting
CE events to appropriate audiences.  The consultant will provide Outcome
Based Evaluation for annual LSTA report and statistics for departmental
reports and maintain continuing education pages on the Virginia Public
Library Extranet including links for online and distance education
courses.  The consultant will manage the professional librarian
certification program.  

Qualifications

*       Graduation from an ALA accredited university with a Master's
degree in Library Science.
*       Eligible for Virginia Professional Librarian Certificate.
*       Professional library experience in a public library preferred.
*       Knowledge of library management and information services/access
in libraries.
*       Knowledge of trends in library services.
*       Knowledge of techniques of planning, implementing, and
evaluating  library services and programs.
*       Knowledge of the principles, practices, and policies of public
management.
*       Ability to conduct research and the ability to plan and conduct
programs.
*       Familiarity with outcome based evaluation methods and the
ability to construct logic models.
*       Ability to plan and administer multiple on-going projects and
budgets.
*       Ability to comprehend and evaluate training needs quickly and
accurately.
*       Ability to locate and obtain cooperation from outside resources.
*       Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
*       Ability to work in teams internally and externally.
*       Ability to use computers and standard applications in the modern
office environment.
*       Ability to work independently.
*       Ability to travel.
*       Must have a valid Virginia driver's license.


The Library of Virginia fosters an open, team-oriented work environment
and is seeking individuals who value this approach.  To apply,
candidates must submit a completed Virginia Employment Application form
for position #90 by 5:00 PM on 3/31/06 to Jacquie O'Connor in the Human
Resources Office, Library of Virginia, 800 East Broad Street, Richmond,
Virginia 23219.  Phone 804-692-3586/ FAX 804-692-3587.  Virginia
Employment Application forms are available online at
http://jobs.state.va.us/eo_appl.htm.  Please visit the Library's website
at http://www.lva.lib.va.us/.  

EEO/AA/ADA Employer

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