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Job Posting - Dallas (TX) Public Library



The Dallas Public Library has the following position available. Please
follow the application guidelines at the end of the post if you are
interested.


LIBRARIAN/ARCHIVIST - Grade 81
TEXAS/DALLAS HISTORY & ARCHIVES DIVISION
Hiring Salary Range: $28,885.77 - $36,950.00 ($1,110.99 - $1,421.15
Biweekly)

A Master's Degree in Library Science from an A.L.A. accredited university
with formal coursework in archival administration is required OR a Master's
Degree in a history-related discipline with a Certificate of Archival
Administration or designation as a Certified Archivist will be considered.
Relevant experience and knowledge of Texas and Dallas history is preferred.
Candidate must have a thorough knowledge of archival theory and methods of
historical research. The ability to manage a heavy public service schedule
is essential. The archivist is an integral part of the Texas/Dallas History
and Archives Division staff and assists patrons of all levels with all local
history materials in the collections. This positions is also responsible for
processing collections, the acquisition of new collections, preparing
finding guides, supervising archives volunteers, coordinating the division's
exhibits program, conducting community outreach programs, and implementing
appropriate electronic descriptive/access systems. 

Hours: 40 hours/week; Flexibility required; Must be able to work a varying
schedule to include some evenings and weekends.

Working Conditions: Involve the use of computer terminals, telephones,
constant reaching, sitting standing, carrying, lifting, kneeling, bending,
squatting, pushing, and pulling. The position requires the ability to access
heights of 90 inches; retrieve materials from shelves and filing cabinets at
public request; use a multi-button telephone; lift up to 50 pounds; bend,
reach, stoop, use a step stool; climb stairs; push or pull loaded book
trucks; and walk, stand or sit for long periods of time.

Position open until filled.

Dallas Public Library is looking for innovative, service-oriented people who
like working in a dynamic, creative, and challenging environment.
If you wish to apply for a position, call 214-670-7823 for an application.
Send the application, a current résumé, and college/university transcript(s)
(in the case of professional positions) to:
Human Resources
Dallas Public Library
1515 Young Street
Dallas, TX 75201



Michael C. Miller
Special Collections Librarian
Dallas Public Library, Texas/Dallas History & Archives
1515 Young St.
Dallas TX 75201
214-670-1440
mmiller@lib.ci.dallas.tx.us

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