LIBRARIAN 2 - Underfill

Announcement Number: 49370 Open to all qualified persons. Posted 10/17/2024 Close Date: 11/18/2024 Recruiter:
JENNIFER KAUBLE
Phone: (775)684-0128
Email: jenniferkauble@admin.nv.gov Applications accepted for another 5 Days 13 Hrs 29 Mins
The Position

Librarians are typically assigned to the Nevada State Library, Archives and Public Records (NSLAPR) Division and perform a broad range of professional level duties in support of a library that organizes and provides access to a wide selection of materials in a variety of formats. Incumbents perform administrative work in planning, coordinating and directing activities within one or more functional areas of the library including, but not limited to, acquisitions; cataloging; reference; circulation; collection maintenance; serials; document delivery/interlibrary loan; government documents; library services for the blind and physically disabled; and/or statewide library development.

Incumbents possess a degree of knowledge and proficiency sufficient to perform work independently with little or no additional training. The Nevada State Library, Archives and Public Records (NSLAPR) division is recruiting a Librarian II underfilling a Librarian III. The person in the position reports to a program manager within the Library Planning and Development division. The consultant will work with libraries throughout the state to develop, implement, and improve continuing education options for library staff, volunteers, and board trustees. The Professional Development Consultant is responsible for leading the development and implementation of continuing education programs for library staff statewide. This includes coordinating training sessions, workshops, and resources, as well as establishing and maintaining partnerships with local, state, and national organizations to enhance these initiatives. The incumbent acts as a key resource, providing guidance and consulting services, while also managing the continuing education budget and overseeing grant programs. They assess and report on professional learning programs, making data-driven recommendations for improvement, and ensure effective communication with stakeholders. Additionally, the consultant represents NSLAPR in professional settings and participates in relevant committees. Please note: This position is posted at multiple levels; please feel free to apply to any level (or all levels) that you feel best meets your education and experience. For the Librarian 1, please see recruitment #49371. For the Librarian 2, please see recruitment #49370. For the Librarian 3, please see recruitment #49369.

The State of Nevada is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building diverse, inclusive, and innovative work environments with employees who reflect our communities and enthusiastically serve them. All applicants are considered without regard to race, color, national origin, religion or belief, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, domestic partnership, genetic information (GINA), or compensation and/or wages. ***THIS RECRUITMENT MAY CLOSE WITHOUT FURTHER NOTICE DEPENDING ON THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED. APPLICANTS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLY AS SOON AS POSSIBLE***

To see full Class Specifications visit: http://hr.nv.gov/Resources/ClassSpecs/Class_Specifications-4_0/

To Qualify:

In order to be qualified, you must meet the following requirements:
Education and Experience (Minimum Qualifications) Master's degree in a program accredited by the American Library Association and one year of professional library experience which included a combination of at least three of the following: original cataloging/metadata, reference, e-resources, social media, government publications and/or collection development; OR Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university which included 21 semester credits in library studies and two years of professional library experience as described above; OR Associate's degree from an accredited college or university which included 21 semester credits in library studies and four years of library experience as described above, three of which were at the professional level; OR graduation from high school or equivalent; 21 semester credits in library studies; and seven years of library experience as described above, four years of which were at the professional level; OR one year of experience as a Librarian I in Nevada State service which included 21 semester credits in library studies; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above which included 21 semester credits in library studies Special Notes This position requires a valid driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility at the time of appointment and for continuing employment. The required 21 college or university credits in library science must have included instruction in each of the following subjects: organization and administration of a library; cataloging and classifying of materials for a library; reference, bibliography and service; selection of materials for a library; literature for children and young adults; the use and selection of educational media and audio-visual equipment; and the use of computers in a library and in the study of library science. Per NAC 379.010, the credit requirements are not applicable to an applicant who holds a Master's degree in library science from an institution accredited by the American Library Association. Special Requirements A pre-employment criminal history check and fingerprinting are required. Persons offered employment in this position will be required to pay for these items. Applicants must attach copies of their college or university transcripts indicating the successful completion of required credits in library science at the time of application. The Examination Application Evaluation Exam The exam will consist of an application evaluation. It is essential that applications include detailed information with time frames regarding education and experience. The most qualified applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for interview. The hiring agency may require specific skills related testing as part of the interviewing process.
The following additional questions are part of this Recruitment

1) Describe your experience with developing, coordinating, and/or providing professional learning, continuing education, and/or training.
INFORMATIONAL LINKS For more information about state employment, visit the following:
Division of Human Resource Management: http://hr.nv.gov
Public Employees Retirement System: http://www.nvpers.org
Public Employees Benefits Program: https://pebp.nv.gov/
More Benefits Information: http://nvjobs.nv.gov/Applicants/EB
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Email Direct Inquiries or Correspondence to: Division of Human Resource Management
Northern Nevada
515 East Musser Street,
First Floor
Carson City, Nevada 89701-4204

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