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Position - Houston Public Library



Houston Public Library
Librarian I
Business, Science & Technology (BST)*
PN# 76760


DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides reference service and information to customers in person, by
phone, fax and e-mail.  Furnishes information on library services,
activities, facilities and policies.  Instructs customers in use of the
library's catalog, Internet, CD-ROM databases and online indexes.
Assists with collection development, weeding and withdrawal of materials
from the department's collection.  Conducts department and library
tours, and reference orientations for new staff members.  Prepares
bibliographies and user guides.  Assists in collection maintenance and
equipment maintenance.  Participates in special programs and projects.
Performs other duties essential to efficient operation of the library.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Master's degree in Library Science is required.

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
No experience required.

PREFERENCES
Experience with Windows 95 and Microsoft Office 97 is preferred. A valid
Texas Driver's License and comply with the City of Houston policy on
driving (AP 2-2) is preferred.

SALARY INFORMATION
Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's
qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this
classification.  The minimum to midpoint of this salary range is:
$28,080 - $32,292 annually.

OPENING DATE: February 16, 2000

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Applications are accepted and must be received by the Human Resources
Department during posted opening and closing dates as shown between 9:00
am to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday at 611 Walker, Garden Level. First
preference will be given to those applications with resume attached.
Successful candidates will be notified of their application status. All
new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to
a physical examination and verification of information provided.

OUT-OF-TOWN applicants may submit a cover letter and resume to:
         Ralph A. Patterson
         Human Resources Manager
         Houston Public Library
         500 McKinney
         Houston, Texas 77002
         ph. 713/247-3558
         fax 713/247-1266
         e-mail: rpatters@hpl.lib.tx.us

Please reference PN# 76760 in your cover letter.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

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