Librarian I

The Mobile Public Library in Mobile, Alabama (through the Mobile County Personnel Board) is currently accepting applications for Librarian I. A Librarian I performs professional library work in reference, children’s services, technical services or other specialized divisions.

Minimum qualification requirements include a master’s degree in library science or closely related field. The salary range for the Librarian I is $27,936 - $43,344 per year. Starting salary will be $27,936 - $30,804, depending on qualifications. Excellent benefits package, including Alabama State Retirement, 10 days annual vacation, with accrual up to 280 hours, 10 days sick leave per year with unlimited accrual, 12-14 holidays per year, BC/BS health and dental available, paid life insurance, employee credit union, periodic 5% increases based on merit, tax deferred compensation programs, dependent care spending account, health care spending account.

Applications must secured from and returned to the Mobile County Personnel Board, 251-470-7727, 1809 Government Street, P.O. Box 66794, Mobile AL 36660. You may also visit the Personnel Board website at www.personnelboard.org for application forms and information.

The Mobile Public Library is comprised of our Main Library in downtown Mobile and eight additional locations, located throughout Mobile County. Five of our eight branch locations opened, relocated or were built within the last four years. In downtown Mobile, the Main Library is undergoing an extensive renovation with completion expected in spring 2007 and our Parkway Branch has just recently been expanded to a much larger space.

For further information or questions, call Liana Barnett, Human Resources Officer, at (251) 208-7107 or email her at www.hrmanager@mplonline.org.

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LIBRARIAN II, MOBILE PUBLIC LIBRARY, MOBILE, ALABAMA

Librarian II

The Mobile Public Library is comprised of our Main Library in downtown Mobile and eight additional locations, located throughout Mobile County. Five of our eight branch locations opened, relocated or were built within the last four years. In downtown Mobile, the Main Library is undergoing an extensive renovation with completion expected in 2007 and our Parkway Branch has just been expanded to a much larger space.

The Mobile Public Library has an opening for Librarian II. A Librarian II may function as a manager or assistant manager of a branch library or in a specialized division and will perform a variety of professional and administrative library duties.

At the current time, MPL is seeking an Assistant Branch Manager for the West Regional Branch. This is a busy suburban branch with over 400,000 visitors and with circulation of more than 800,000 items per year. The Assistant Branch Manager is the Head of Reference, reports to the Branch Manager/Librarian III and supervises the branch in the absence of the Branch Manager.

Minimum qualification requirements include a master's degree in library science or closely related field and a minimum of three year's experience in professional library work.

The salary range for Librarian II is $32,352 - $50,184. Starting salary will be $32,352 - $35,664, depending on qualifications, with an excellent benefits package, including Alabama State Retirement, 10 days annual vacation, with accrual up to 280 hours, 10 days sick leave per year with unlimited accrual, 12-14 holidays per year, BC/BS health and dental available, paid life insurance, employee credit union, periodic 5% increases based on merit, tax deferred compensation programs, dependent care spending account, health care spending account.

All applicants interested in and qualified for the Librarian II position, regardless of area, should submit an application packet. The list of eligible candidates, once established, will be valid for one year.

Application packets may be obtained from and must be submitted to the Mobile County Personnel Board at 1809 Government Street, P.O. Box 66794, Mobile, AL 36660-1794, (251) 470-7727. Contact the Mobile County Personnel Board at (251) 470-7727 or www.personnelboard.org.

For information call Liana Barnett, Human Resources Officer, Mobile Public Library, at 251-208-7107 or email her at hrmanager@mplonline.org. If you want more information about the Mobile Public Library, visit our website anytime at www.mplonline.org.

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Systems Administrator—Florence-Lauderdale Public Library

The Florence-Lauderdale Public Library is seeking applications for a Systems Administrator. The systems administrator reports to the library director and is an integral part of the management team of the library.

Systems Administrator

Position Summary: The Systems Administrator’s responsibilities include infrastructure planning, implementation, administration and maintenance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (include the following; other duties may be assigned.)

Responsible for the successful installation, operation and upgrade of all network related hardware and software.
Researches, designs, implements and supports all information access and systems projects and services, including complete web application, and collection management.
Writes clear and concise documentation for supporting servers and staff/patron desktop support.
Participates in interdepartmental committees to serve as a technical reference.
Responsible for data integration, system backups and maintenance back-up storage.
Trains network users, answers questions, resolves problems, and communicates changes in software and operations.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in relevant field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Thorough knowledge of network infrastructure.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Thorough knowledge of Windows Server 2000, 2003 networks

Preferred Qualifications

A+, MSCE certification
Working knowledge Microsoft SQL Server
Working knowledge of CybraryN, DeepFreeze
Working knowledge of Internet Information Services 5.x and 6.0
Working knowledge of SQL Server

The above is intended to describe the major responsibilities and requirements for this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of all duties, responsibilities or requirements.

To apply, please submit a completed employment application form with optional cover letter and resume to

Florence-Lauderdale Public Library

Att. Human Resources

350 N. Wood Ave.

Florence, AL 35630

Application forms are available at the circulation desk on the first floor of the library or on-line at www.flpl.org

The Florence-Lauderdale Public Library is an EEO Employer.

The Florence-Lauderdale Public Library reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities, and position titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of its business.

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LIBRARIAN – PUBLIC SERVICES--GADSDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY

The City of Gadsden is currently accepting applications for a Librarian-Public Services position. This is a full-time position with excellent benefits. The salary range for this position is $25,563.20 - $39,873.60.
Duties include, but are not limited to: supervising staff, providing and maintaining current information, developing programs to encourage library usage and performing additional tasks as assigned by the Director of Library.
Masters in Library Science from an (ALA) American Library Association Accredited College or University required with a minimum of three to five years of Public Library experience.
Apply in Room 201, Gadsden City Hall between the hours of 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. or 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. or mail resume’ to the following address: Personnel Department – City of Gadsden – P. O. Box 267 – Gadsden, AL 35902-0267. The deadline for all applications and resumes will be Friday, March 16, 2007.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT
We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, the presence of non-job-related medical condition or disability, or any other legally protected status.

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