Librarian 2
Company: Commonwealth Of Pennsylvania
Location: Harrisburg
Posted on: October 18, 2024
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Job Description:
THE POSITION
The Pennsylvania Department of Education is seeking a passionate
and dedicated individual to become part of our team as a Librarian
2. This exciting position in the State Library will provide the
opportunity to perform routine professional library work involving
research, manifesting expertise, and applying knowledge of
reference sources and procedures in order to fulfill customer
requests efficiently and effectively. If you would like to play a
critical role in ensuring efficient operation of the State Library,
we invite you to apply today!
DESCRIPTION OF WORK
As a Librarian 2, you will be responsible for providing
professional reference assistance both in person and virtually.
This position primarily works in the law section with legal
reference regarding the Pennsylvania State Police. Work includes
giving class instruction for law and other subjects, completing
administrative duties such as circulation, keeping statistics on
customers, and serving as Librarian in Charge of the reading room
for the law and main reading rooms. You will have the opportunity
to collaborate with the Collection Management librarian to select
materials for the the State Library's online catalog holdings for
law materials. Additional responsibilities include:Researching
specialized subjects to identify materials to be listed on
bibliographies or webliographiesCreating research guides Serving on
various library committees and study groupsUtilizing conflict
resolution skills to assist customers who may be upset or angry
about library policies and service
Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this
position can be found in the position description. Work Schedule
and Additional Information:Full-time employmentIn-office work hours
are 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM, Tuesday - Thursday, Telework hours are 8:30
AM to 5:00 PM Monday and Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.Telework:
You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework)
part-time, up to 2 days per week (Monday and Friday). In order to
telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet
connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.
If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report
to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.Salary: Selected
candidates who are new to employment within the Commonwealth of
Pennsylvania will begin employment at the starting annual salary of
$58,035.00 (before taxes). You will receive further communication
regarding this position via email. Check your email, including
spam/junk folders, for these notices.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING & ELIGIBILITY
QUALIFICATIONSMinimum Experience and Training Requirements:Two
years of experience as a Librarian 1 (Commonwealth title); orTwo
years of professional library experience, and four years of
para-professional or technical experience performing library
support functions; orOne year of professional library experience
and a master's degree in library science, library technology, or a
closely related field; orAn equivalent combination of experience
and training. Other Requirements:You must meet the PA residency
requirement. For more information on ways to meet PA residency
requirements, follow the link and click on Residency. You must be
able to perform essential job functions. Legal Requirements:This
position falls under the provisions of the Child Protective
Services Law.Under the Law, a conditional offer of employment will
require submission and approval of satisfactory criminal history
reports including, but not limited to, PA State Police clearance,
PA Child Abuse history clearance, and FBI Fingerprint clearance.
How to Apply: Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will
not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be
considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the
position. Information to support your eligibility for the position
must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed
experience/education).If you are claiming education in your answers
to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy
of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward
meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are
acceptable.Your application must be submitted by the posting
closing date. Late applications and other required materials will
not be accepted.Failure to comply with the above application
requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this
position. Veterans: Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S. *7103) provides
employment preference for qualified veterans for appointment to
many state and local government jobs. To learn more about
employment preferences for veterans, go to
www.employment.pa.gov/Additional%20Info/Pages/default.aspx and
click the Veterans' Preference tab or contact us at
ra-cs-vetpreference@pa.gov. Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS):
711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you
are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a
disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the
interviewer in advance of your interview date.
The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is
committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion
as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified
people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does
not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed,
ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status,
disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal
or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.
EXAMINATION INFORMATION
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