***JOB OPENINGS IN SOUTHEAST***
BETTENDORF PUBLIC LIBRARY
Adult Services Manager
Innovative, proactive and experienced librarian sought for Adult Services Manager at Bettendorf Public Library Information Center (www.bettendorflibrary.com). MLS in Library Science and 3 years supervisory experience in a public library required. Supervises Information and Adult Services including selection, programming, reference, web site, public computers, ICN, patron training, volunteers and outreach. Adult Services staff has 2.78 FTE and Information Services has 3.46 FTE. Send cover letter, resume, city application and references to: Human Resources Director, 1609 State Street, Bettendorf,Iowa, 52722. Application available at www.bettendorf.org Close September 29 at 4:00 p.m.
FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
Youth Services Librarian
Fairfield Public Library has an opening for a Youth Services Librarian. This is a full time, salaried position starting at $25,500 with excellent benefits including health insurance, retirement, paid sick leave, and three weeks paid vacation.
Fairfield, Iowa is a vibrant community of 9,500 combining a unique blend of traditional Iowa values with a diverse national and international population base. Agriculture, manufacturing, and high-tech businesses find their home in Fairfield. Located in southeastern Iowa, we are within 75 miles of Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, and Burlington. We were featured in the August/September 2006 issue of Mother Earth News as one of “12 Great Places You’ve Never Heard Of” because of our wonderful art galleries, varied restaurants, organic food, alternative energy, and unusual architecture.
The first Carnegie Library west of the Mississippi was built in Fairfield, and strong community support for the library continues today. Our mission-style $3.1 million building was completed in 1996 in the center of town. This 21,000 sq. ft. facility houses 82,000 unique titles in a variety of formats.
Our Youth Services Department is a busy and beloved place. Special programs range from Valentine Tea to Summer Reading Program to Teen Mystery Night. Our staff is supportive of youth programs and young patrons are a high priority. We just installed new automation system, and our website is under construction: http://www.youseemore.com/fairfield/default.asp .
If you are the successful candidate, you will become the “face of the library.” This means you will provide outreach to local schools and day care centers, connecting with children and teens. Primary focus will be on programming, collection development, teaching library skills, and offering reader advisory service. In addition, you will provide backup when our Library Director is absent and you will help at the circulation desk.
Qualifications and skills required:
· MLS is preferred, but candidates who have combined an educational degree with relevant experience are also encouraged to apply
· Energetic advocate for children and teens
· Solid knowledge of youth literature
· Able to relate well to children of all ages and their parents
· Able to plan and produce quality programs for youth
Attitudes desired:
· Enthusiasm for working with youth
· Love of reading
· Good sense of humor
· Desire to serve the public
· Creativity, flexibility, and cooperation
Please send your resume, cover letter, and three professional references to:
Rebecca Huggins, Director
Fairfield Public Library
104 West Adams
Fairfield, IA 52556
Fairfield Public Library has an opening for a Youth Services Librarian. This is a full time, salaried position starting at $25,500 with excellent benefits including health insurance, retirement, paid sick leave, and three weeks paid vacation.
Fairfield, Iowa is a vibrant community of 9,500 combining a unique blend of traditional Iowa values with a diverse national and international population base. Agriculture, manufacturing, and high-tech businesses find their home in Fairfield. Located in southeastern Iowa, we are within 75 miles of Iowa City, Cedar Rapids, and Burlington. We were featured in the August/September 2006 issue of Mother Earth News as one of “12 Great Places You’ve Never Heard Of” because of our wonderful art galleries, varied restaurants, organic food, alternative energy, and unusual architecture.
The first Carnegie Library west of the Mississippi was built in Fairfield, and strong community support for the library continues today. Our mission-style $3.1 million building was completed in 1996 in the center of town. This 21,000 sq. ft. facility houses 82,000 unique titles in a variety of formats.
Our Youth Services Department is a busy and beloved place. Special programs range from Valentine Tea to Summer Reading Program to Teen Mystery Night. Our staff is supportive of youth programs and young patrons are a high priority. We just installed new automation system, and our website is under construction: http://www.youseemore.com/fairfield/default.asp .
If you are the successful candidate, you will become the “face of the library.” This means you will provide outreach to local schools and day care centers, connecting with children and teens. Primary focus will be on programming, collection development, teaching library skills, and offering reader advisory service. In addition, you will provide backup when our Library Director is absent and you will help at the circulation desk.
Qualifications and skills required:
· MLS is preferred, but candidates who have combined an educational degree with relevant experience are also encouraged to apply
· Energetic advocate for children and teens
· Solid knowledge of youth literature
· Able to relate well to children of all ages and their parents
· Able to plan and produce quality programs for youth
Attitudes desired:
· Enthusiasm for working with youth
· Love of reading
· Good sense of humor
· Desire to serve the public
· Creativity, flexibility, and cooperation
Please send your resume, cover letter, and three professional references to:
Rebecca Huggins, Director
Fairfield Public Library
104 West Adams
Fairfield, IA 52556
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