LIBRARIAN jobs in Alabama
LIBRARIAN develops and maintains a collection of books and other materials and provides research and reference support to library users. Researches publications and suggests new sources and offerings for acquisition to enhance the collection. Being a LIBRARIAN performs cataloging and creates bibliographies and metadata to classify the library's collection of books, serial publications, documents, audiovisual, and other materials. Designs and delivers research support processes and services to ensure that groups and individuals can access requested materials. Additionally, LIBRARIAN distributes up-to-date information on new acquisitions, library activities, and services. Oversees the selection and maintenance of technology infrastructure and tools used in the library. Requires a master's degree in library science. Typically reports to a manager. The LIBRARIAN occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a LIBRARIAN typically requires 2 -4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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- Air Education and Training Command
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Montgomery, AL
PART_TIME
- Summary The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the sole professional librarian responsible for directing all aspects of a full-service library program and supervising library personnel. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. Responsibilities Directs library or information center functions to provide information services to the organization and its customers. Performs comprehensive reference services and literature searches for library customers. Performs original or modified descriptive cataloging, subject analysis, and classification of a wide variety of specialized information in all formats. Responsible for the acquisition of materials for the library collection. Manages marketing program including outreach and publicity programs and special events such as exhibits of new materials, academic bibliographies, commemorative events, or support programs. Responsible for planning, evaluating, and recommending acquisition of computer software and equipment. Performs supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Librarian Series, 1410. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Completion of one (1) full academic year of graduate study in library science in an accredited college or university, in addition to completion of all work required for a bachelor's degree. NOTE: You must submit transcripts with your application. OR A total of at least five (5) years of a combination of college-level education, training, and experience. To qualify on this basis, the applicant must establish conclusively that the education, training, and experience provided a knowledge and understanding of the theories, principles, and techniques of professional librarianship; knowledge of literature resources; and the knowledge and abilities essential for providing effective library and information services. NOTE: You must submit transcripts with your application. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes thorough, professional knowledge of all aspects of library principles, concepts, methodology, operations, and management to accomplish assigned library functions. Knowledge of Air Force library system policies and procedures. Comprehensive understanding of the policies, procedures, systems, and interrelationships of the organization and customer served. In-depth knowledge of marketing and publicity techniques and the ability to communicate orally in writing to resolve a variety of information access problems and to convey to customers the full scope of library resources available. Knowledge of the interests and needs of customer and organization served to promote library use. Knowledge of established procurement rules and regulations and internal organizational acquisition policies and those of various networked information centers along with a familiarity with publishers' and suppliers' methods of operation. Knowledge of bibliographic tools necessary and available for the preparation of complete and accurate order information. Knowledge of personnel policies and programs in order to supervise library employees. Ability to direct, control, and evaluate employees in a library environment. Knowledge of searching strategies and techniques in utilizing a variety of on-line and CD-ROM databases. Knowledge of computer systems and equipment to plan, evaluate and recommend acquiring computer software and equipment to support extensive library functions. OR EDUCATION: 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education in library science or doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) related to the position. NOTE: You must submit transcripts with your application. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit transcripts with your application. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Professional knowledge of all aspects of library principles, concepts, methodology, operations, functions, and management to perform the professional and administrative duties of the position. Knowledge of the policies, procedures, systems, and interrelationships of the library, the library's databases, on-line database searching and research techniques, capabilities of post-processing data sources, and the customer served to meet user requirements. Knowledge of marketing and publicity techniques and of the interests and needs of customer and organization served to promote library use. Knowledge of publishers' and suppliers' methods of operation, established procurement rules and regulations, and internal organizational and networked information centers acquisition policies. Ability to supervise library employees using knowledge of personnel management regulations and procedures required to hire, train, and appraise employees, and skill to teach library techniques to employees. Ability to communicate orally and in writing to resolve a variety of information access problems and to convey to customers the full scope of library resources available. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.
- 6 Days Ago
LIBRARIAN
- US Air Education and Training Command
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Maxwell, AL
FULL_TIME
- Duties Provide reference and research assistance to library customer; analyzes non-technical user requirements or requirements of limited technical complexity through customer interviews or written re...
- 7 Days Ago
Librarian
- Alabama State Department of Education
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Anniston, AL
FULL_TIME
- JOB TITLE: Librarian REPORTS TO: Principal WORK DAYS: 9 Months 187 Days SALARY SCHEDULE: Teacher – 9 Month (Range: $41,690/year - $73,127/year) LOCATION: Anniston City Schools FLSA Status: EXEMPT X NO...
- 2 Months Ago
LIBRARIAN II
- Mobile County Personnel Board
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Mobile, AL
FULL_TIME
- This is administrative, supervisory, and professional library work over the operation of a specialized main library section or division or a large branch library.JURISDICTION YEARLY SALARY*MOBILE PUBL...
- 6 Days Ago
LIBRARIAN IV
- Mobile County Personnel Board
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Mobile, AL
FULL_TIME
- This is professional administrative work assisting the Library Director in planning, managing, coordinating, and directing the operations of the Mobile Public Library.JURISDICTION YEARLY SALARY*MOBILE...
- 6 Days Ago
Librarian-BHS
- Lauderdale County Schools
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Killen, AL
FULL_TIME
- Lauderdale County Schools F l o r e n c e , AL J o b D e s c r i p t i o n P o s i t i o n : T e a c h e r Department: Instructional Operations Reports To: Principal FLSA Status: Exempt Contract Days:...
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- Killeen Independent School District
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Killeen, TX
- Position Type: Campus Professional Support/Librarian Date Posted: 5/23/2023 Location: Clifton Park Elementary School Dat...
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- Tennessee Board of Regents
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Nashville, TN
- Title: Librarian POSITION SUMMARY This position coordinates library and digital literacy for the library thorough in-per...
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- State of Alabama
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Montgomery, AL
- The Librarian is a permanent, full-time position used by various agencies throughout the state. The majority of the posi...
- 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
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- Manor Independent School District
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Manor, TX
- Primary Purpose: Supervise a dynamic and functional library media center and program based on the Texas School Library S...
- 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
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- Youngstown City Schools
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Youngstown, OH
- Position Type: Student Support Services Date Posted: 8/15/2023 Location: East High School Closing Date: Until FilledDesc...
- 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
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- Moravian Academy
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Bethlehem, PA
- Moravian Academy seeks a passionate and dynamic librarian to join our team in promoting a lifelong love of reading and f...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
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- Library Systems & Services, LLC
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Washington, DC
- LAC Federal is seeking dedicated Librarians to work full-time at a major federal Law Library in the Washington, D.C. are...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
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- City and County of Denver
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Denver, CO
- About Our Job About Our Job The Denver Public Library (DPL) is a growing urban library system that serves the residents ...
- 6/9/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Alabama
Alabama (/ˌæləˈbæmə/) is a state in the southeastern region of the United States. It is bordered by Tennessee to the north, Georgia to the east, Florida and the Gulf of Mexico to the south, and Mississippi to the west. Alabama is the 30th largest by area and the 24th-most populous of the U.S. states. With a total of 1,500 miles (2,400 km) of inland waterways, Alabama has among the most of any state.
Alabama is nicknamed the Yellowhammer State, after the state bird. Alabama is also known as the "Heart of Dixie" and the "Cotton State". The state tree is the longleaf pine, and the state flower is...
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Income Estimation for LIBRARIAN jobs
$56,999 to $76,309
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What does a LIBRARIAN do?
LIBRARIAN in Huntington, NY
For example, those interested in becoming a school librarian can get a bachelor’s degree in education, along with teaching credentials.
November 12, 2019
LIBRARIAN in Beaumont, TX
User Services Librarians — help patrons find the information they need.
November 21, 2019
LIBRARIAN in Portsmouth, NH
If visitors come to librarians with the intention of looking for simple information to complex information, even to difficult information.
December 26, 2019