Network Bulletin No. 05-14 Date: March 18, 2005 Subject: Staff, network Index term: Vacancy Florida NLS has been asked to publicize a vacancy at a Florida subregional library. The announcement for the Librarian (Talking Books) position at the Talking Books Library in North Fort Myers is attached. For further information contact: Carolyn Hoover Sung Cief, Network Division [log in to unmask] Attachment ___________________________________________________________________________________________ LEE COUNTY GOVERNMENT Department of Human Resources P.O. Box 398, ATT: Human Resources Fort Myers, FL 33902 239) 335-2348 http://www.lee-county.com INVITES APPLICATIONS FOR THE POSITION OF: LIBRARIAN (Talking Books) Library Department Location: Talking Books Library, 13240 N. Cleveland Avenue, North Fort Myers, FL 33903 EOE/At-Will/Veteran's Preference Job #: 00225KG Job Type: Full-Time Salary: $16.37 - $26.11 Hourly DATE OPENED: 03/10/05 THE POSITION This position manages the Talking Books Library, a subregional library of the Library of Congress/ National Library Service serving 1,300 persons with print disabilities. The library operates 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday. In addition, this position manages a national recognized, assistive technology program that loans devices for individuals to use in their homes. EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES This person supervises the work of 3 staff members, provides reader's advisory and reference assistance, works with community partners, manages the library's automation system (KLAS), develops the collection, makes presentations to community groups, and manages a large loan collection of assistive technology. TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to: Master's degree in library science from a graduate library school program accredited by the American Library Association and one to two years experience in a library or related field. Possession of a valid Florida Class "E" driver's license is preferred. An acceptable driving record is required. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Must have the ability to communicate effectively and relate well with a diverse population including older adults and persons with disabilities. Prefer strong computer and community outreach skills, supervisory experience, strong organizational skills, and basic knowledge of assistive technology. Requires the ability to lift and carry objects weighing 5-10 pounds and to sit or stand for long periods of time. Prefer two years related library experience. The ability to pass a criminal background check is required. The County may require employees to make either a temporary or long-term, permanent transfer to another library location to accommodate the organization's business needs. WORK HOURS/DAYS: Hours and days will vary, to include occasional evenings and weekends. APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AND FILED ONLINE AT: HTTP://WWW.LEE-COUNTY.COM OR P.O. Box 398, ATT: Human Resources, Fort Myers, FL 33902