Research Associate
Library Specialist II
Position #523
Wage Salary: $14.50hr
(40 hours, no benefits)

The Publications and Educational Services Branch of the Library of
Virginia seeks an experienced researcher in American history sources to
serve as Research Associate for the Dictionary of Virginia Biography
project. The research associate will conduct research in primary and
secondary sources to assist in evaluating and selecting biographies for
inclusion in the multivolume reference work; supplement research and
assemble information packets for outside contributors; research and
write biographies; and assist in checking facts, indexing, and proofing.

Qualifications
*       Comprehensive knowledge of Virginia and American history,
research methodologies, and resources. 
*       Knowledge of the principles and techniques of scholarly
historical writing and publishing. 
*       Wide-ranging experience researching in primary and secondary
sources.
*       Excellent research, writing, communication, organization, and
interpersonal skills.
*       Excellent attention to detail.
*       Skill in word processing and Internet research. 
*       Demonstrated ability to organize multiple tasks and manage time
efficiently. 
*       Ability to work independently and as a team member.
*       Experience in scholarly writing, scholarly editing, and
scholarly publishing preferred.
*       Graduate degree in history or other appropriate field of the
humanities preferred. 
*       An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience
may substitute.

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 #523 by 5:00 PM on 6/17/05 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/.  

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