The City of Winnipeg Community Services Department invites applications
for a Librarian I. Under the direction of the Library Information
Services and New Initiatives Coordinator, the Librarian I is responsible
for
- supervising the Information/Reference unit as required, directing
the workflow, establishing priorities, handling contentious
interpretations of library rules and regulations;
- participates in the research, selection, development,
implementation, and promotion of new and existing library information
technologies and services;
- assists in the management of access to electronic resources and
participates in the development of related policies and procedures;
- assists with the Library's collection development program for
designated subject areas;
- assists with the creation and maintenance of the library's home page
on the World Wide Web;
- maintains awareness of current trends in information technologies
and library services.
- Ensures the preparation of statistics and reports.
Salary ranges $1,504.00 to $1,758.00 biweekly with a
comprehensive benefits package.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Graduation from an accredited School of Library Science (B.L.S. or
M.L.S.).
- Ability to plan and supervise the work of others.
- A good general knowledge of literature and a variety of subject
areas, current affairs and trends.
- The ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to deal effectively with the public and staff is essential.
- Good planning and organizational skills and previous library
experience are also required.
- A valid Drivers Licence and accessibility to a car an asset.
Interested applicants should submit a resume, on or
before August 23, 2002 quoting Competition No. 2002-61 to:
Louise Couper
Recruitment and Compensation Clerk
Human Resource Strategy & Services Division
City of Winnipeg Community Services
4th Floor - 395 Main Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3B 3N8.
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only those
candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.
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PHONE 984-4636
FOR EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION 24 HOURS A DAY, SEVEN DAYS A WEEK
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City of Winnipeg on-line:
www.city.winnipeg.mb.ca