Network Bulletin No.: 05-06 Date: February 11, 2005 Subject: Staff, network Index term: Vacancy Virginia NLS has been asked to publicize a Librarian III vacancy at the Fairfax County Public Library. The announcement for an Access Services branch manager is attached. For further information contact: Carolyn Hoover Sung Chief, Network Division [log in to unmask] Attachment ___________________________________________________________ Job Openings Fairfax County Application Center, 12000 Government Center Pkwy., #170, Fairfax, VA 22035 ACCESS SERVICES BRANCH MANAGER (LIBRARIAN III) Fairfax County Public Library Job # 05-0182 $44,848 to $59,798 (Grade S24) Description: Responsible for the overall management of the Access Services branch, which has a special emphasis on serving older library customers and people with disabilities. The branch has a staff of approximately 15 employees and circulates approximately 150,000 items per year. Operates as the leader of the branch management team and is accountable for the effective running of the branch. Ensures that members of the public receive courteous and efficient service, and is responsible for seeing that the branch is well- maintained and that the collection and equipment serves community needs. Trains and counsels staff and evaluates their performance; analyzes workload to ensure efficient staff scheduling that corresponds to hours of peak demand; and implements system policies and forwards recommendations for appropriate changes to Library Administration. Provides direct service to the public using both print and non-print materials in response to patron requests. Works with the National Library Services of the Library of Congress and the Virginia State Library for the Visually and Physically Handicapped. Works with community groups to enhance the image of the branch in the community, and may serve on system-wide or community project teams as appropriate. Minimum Qualifications: Master's degree from an accredited library school and two years of professional library experience, including one year in a supervisory capacity. Special Requirements: Certificate issued by the Virginia State Board for the Certification of Librarians is required within three months of hire date. Preferred Qualifications: Public library experience in a variety of leadership positions. Experience working with community groups or library support organizations. Experience working with people with disabilities. 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: Open until filled. Date Posted: 1/29/2005 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. Current Job Openings Department of Human Resources Main Page Fairfax County Government Main Page Fairfax County Home Page 2005 Fairfax County, Virginia. All rights reserved. http://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobs