This is a full-time position located at the
State Library in Baton Rouge, LA.This librarian functions as a General Reference Librarian in the Reference Department, reporting to the Head of Reference. This position requires the incumbent to provide direct public service at the reference desk and have knowledge of basic reference sources, both print and electronic. This librarian takes part in the instructional initiatives of the Reference Department, including planning, implementing, and integrating social networking tools and other educational technologies into the Reference Department's services. In addition, this librarian plans, coordinates, and presents searching and reference training and workshops for staff of Louisiana public libraries, state employees and officials, and State Library staff. This position requires knowledge and experience using additional and electronic reference resources; excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; and the ability to train others in acquiring basic library skills. This position requires knowledge of collection development theory and practice, the State Library collection, and information needs of the state employees, elected officials, and Louisiana public and institutional libraries. This librarian also performs other duties as assigned. Duties are performed with minimal supervision.
The State Library of Louisiana inspires and supports literacy and lifelong learning for all Louisianans through access to information, strengthening communities, supporting exceptional library services, and preserving Louisiana’s heritage.
The State Library of Louisiana, its Board of Commissioners, and staff value:
- Equal access to information for all citizens,
- The literary and cultural heritage of Louisiana,
- Intellectual freedom, and
- Reading
A master's degree in library science from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association.The official job specifications for this role, as defined by the State Civil Service, can be found
here.
Job Duties:
- Uses the library's collection of books, periodicals, pamphlets, government documents, and online sources to reply to requests received from Louisiana public and institutional libraries, and from state officials and employees.
- Provides reference assistance in person, over the telephone, and via electronic means such as email and chat.
- Provides assistance to patrons in the use of computers and associated technology.
- Provides reference assistance in response to correspondence from the incarcerated.
- Provides in-depth research assistance to patrons who have set up appointments.
- Designs, develops, coordinates, and presents training programs on reference skills, the use of electronic resources, and emerging resources for librarians and patrons.
- Presents workshops and training sessions for Louisiana public library staff, state employees, and officials, etc.
- Conducts collection tours as requested.
- Creates displays for materials in the library collection to promote their use.
- Manages assigned sections of the collection, including the selection of new materials, and de-selection and withdrawal of materials in accordance with the Collection Development Policy.
- Assists in the selection and evaluation of electronic resources.
- Manages the Federal Document Depository Collection in accordance with all published rules and procedures.
- Keeps current by reading the literature in the field.
- Attends and participates in professional meetings, conferences, workshops, and webinars.
- Prepares and delivers conference presentations as requested.
Position-Specific Details:
- Appointment Type: This is a probational appointment. Current permanent status state employees may be required to accept a probational appointment.
- Work Schedule: This is a full-time position that reports in-office. This position may be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or overtime. This position may be required to travel.
- Career Progression:This position may be filled from this recruitment as a Librarian 1, 2, or 3 based on the qualifications of the selected applicant.
Louisiana is a State As a Model Employer (SAME) that supports the recruitment, hiring, and retention of individuals with disabilities.
How To Apply:
No Civil Service test scoreis required in order to be considered for this vacancy.
To apply for this vacancy, click on the “Apply” link above and complete an electronic application, which can be used for this vacancy as well as future job opportunities. Applicants are responsible for checking the status of their application to determine where they are in the recruitment process. Further status message information is located under the Information section of the Current Job Opportunities page.
* Information to support your eligibility for this job title must be included in the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education). Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of completed education and experience sections on your application. Applications may be rejected if incomplete.*
The Office of the Lieutenant Governor and the Department of Culture, Recreation, and Tourism are participants in the E-Verify system for identification and employment eligibility purposes.
Louisiana as a State, is a Model Employer for People with Disabilities.
For further information about this vacancy, contact:
Pacee Wallace
Department of Culture, Recreation, & Tourism
1051 N. 3rdStreet
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
Phone: 225-342-8202
pwallace@crt.la.gov
