The Library Information Assistant Position for the Virginia Room is now being advertised. If you are interested in applying (or know anyone who is) for this position please take a look at the county jobs website for all the details. This is the job description. https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs/listing/first.asp LIBRARY INFORMATION ASSISTANT Fairfax City Regional Library, Fairfax County Public Library Job # 07-3445 $39,180 to $52,240 (Grade S19) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ -------- Description: Uses strong customer service skills to help library users of all ages find library materials to meet their informational, educational and recreational needs. Conducts thorough reference interviews and selects appropriate print or electronic resources to meet the needs of a diverse public. May prepare displays to market library materials. Assists in collection management projects such as weeding the collection. Performs clerical support tasks as needed. Cooperates with all co-workers to create an environment that is welcoming to all members of the public. Minimum Qualifications: Any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with a bachelor's degree in social or behavioral sciences, liberal arts or sciences, education, or a related discipline; plus two years of experience working in a library, bookstore, educational or research setting. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a public library, historical society, special collection or archive. Knowledge of databases and other electronic resources. Course work in history, genealogy or related fields. Skill in using Microsoft Word, Access and Excel. Note: This position is located in the Virginia Room of the Fairfax City Regional Library. Work schedule includes regular evening and weekend hours. To Apply: Submit your resume on-line through the AIMS system. If this is the first time you have applied for a position with the AIMS system, follow the link and create an account. It takes just a few minutes. Once you have established your AIMS account you can use the Resume Builder to create a resume in a step-by-step process, or simply paste in an existing resume. If you already have an AIMS account, Apply For This Job Now! Closing Date: 1/18/2008 Date Posted: 1/5/2008 Benefits: Most positions advertised here are merit system positions funded for full benefits such as health insurance, retirement, life insurance and paid leave. Follow the link for details on Fairfax County's comprehensive benefits program for merit system employees. If a position is not funded for benefits that information will generally be included in the job announcement. To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe, please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-roots.html