Portland Public Library, Maine’s largest and most diverse
public library, currently has the following opening:
Team Leader: Business and Government
(posted 9.23.11)
This position specializes in planning and delivery of services to business and government communities. The position is also a member of the Institutional Research Team and also provides information services to the public in general as a member of the reference staff.
Major responsibilities:
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As Team Leader of the Business and Government Team (See Appendix A), keeps abreast of opportunities to promote the business and government services of the Library; collaborates with special groups in the Library service area including local government employees and businesses of all size. Conducts activities of the team which include targeted collection development in all formats, information service, public programs, training programs and needs assessment.
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Provides professional general reference and information services to the public of all ages; also performs very specialized and complex reference services related to the area of business and government information.
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Stays abreast of emerging technologies and knowledge of online information services, software and hardware that enhance the delivery of business reference services mindful of best practice continues public service improvements.
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Through the PPL Technology Center, conducts staff and public training in the use of internet and Library owned digital services useful to patrons seeking business, personal finance and career-related information; conducts outreach to the local (ARRC area) business community
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As a member of the Institutional Research Team participates in all activities of the Team including data collection and analysis.
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Manages a selective depository of U.S. Government publications in accordance with federal statutes and Government Printing Office guidelines.
Required:
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Graduation from an accredited university and a Master’s degree from an accredited graduate library school, or equivalent knowledge and experience.
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Knowledge of the Federal Document Depository System; knowledge of general library reference materials as well as broad knowledge of books and authors; experience with automated library technology systems.
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Three to five years of experience in library service or an equivalent combination of education, experience and training sufficient to indicate ability to do the work.
Specifications:
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Excellent oral and written communication skills
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Excellent reference and presentation skills
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Knowledgeable about key issues ideas and trends in business and commitment to promoting business literacy
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Flexibility in adapting to user needs
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Ability to work effectively and cooperatively with other members of the library staff and administration
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Contributes a positive, creative and energetic force to the work; demonstrates skills in collaboration especially working with staff members whose
interests and needs differ.
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Expertise in technology and ability to guide patrons in the use of these systems.
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Ability to project a professional appearance appropriate to a business environment.
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Experience or training that demonstrates the ability to supervise staff and volunteers.
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Strong service orientation and demeanor appropriate to provide a high level of service to a diverse public.
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Sufficient physical stamina and general health to perform tasks as noted above.
This is a 37.5 hour
position with benefits. Schedule alternates between M-F; T-S.
It is paid at the LI rate. Please apply in writing with a
cover letter and resume. It is very helpful to receive
your application by Monday, October 3, 2011.
Portland Public Library
is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Library does not and will not
discriminate in employment and personnel practices on the basis of
race, sex, age, handicap, religion, sexual orientation, national
origin or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
Contact the Human
Resources Department for volunteer and substitute staff
opportunities.
Portland is
consistently rated in "best places" lists:
- GQ Magazine (November 2010), Coolest
Cities in America
- Outside Magazine (August 2010),
Best
Towns 2010 (Best Overall, East)
- US News (2010), Best
Places Editors' Pick & Best Healthy Places to Retire Editors'
Pick
- Forbes.com (April 2009), #1,
America's Most Livable Cities
- Organic Gardening Magazine (May 2008), Green
Cities 2008, Best Small City (population less than 150,000)
- Outside Magazine (August 2007), Best
Towns 2007, East Coast
- Frommer's
(November 2006), Top
Travel Destinations for 2007
- Inc. Magazine (May 2006), Boom
Town List of Hottest Midsize Cities
- Outside Magazine (August 2005), Dream
Towns
- A&E television channel (2000), Top
10 Cities to Have It All
- Money
magazine (June 2004), Best Places to Live on the Coast
- Inc.
Magazine (March 2004), Top
25 Medium Cities for Doing Business in America.
- Fine
Living (2005), 10
Perfect Places to Live in America
- ZPG's Kid-Friendly Cities Report Card,
Top 10
"Kid-Friendly Cities"
- Children's
Rights Council, 1999 Report, Maine #1 for raising children
- National
Geographic Adventure Magazine, September 2004, "Ten Great
Adventure Towns".
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