LibraryJobline.org Frequently Asked Questions

Employers

How do I register/login to post a job?
You must have a user name and password to post a job announcement. You can register as an employer from the Jobline homepage: http://www.libraryjobline.org/index.php. Employers will be required to provide a name, password, contact name, contact email, type of library of the position, and the county location of the position while registering to become a user of the site. Employers are able to change job postings, Job Profiles, and Registration information after logging into the site.
What are Job Profiles?
Job Profiles should be used by employers as a way to easily and quickly list open positions that are frequently posted. For example, a large public library will probably often post positions for shelvers and circulation clerks. Employers who complete a job profile for such a position will have the option to just re-post the position without having to re-enter the hiring information each time they wish post the job. Does this mean a profile can't be changed once the information has been entered? Absolutely not. Information can be changed at any time once you log-in into the Jobline website. See the section of this FAQ about how to "change a Job Profile" for more information.
How do I create a Job Profile?
There are two ways to get to the page where you can create a job profile. First, if you are not already logged into the system as an employer, you will need to do so. Once you log-in you will be automatically taken to your homepage and you'll find a link to "Add a new profile". Second, if you are already logged into the system and you would to like to create a Job Profile, you will need to click on the link toward the top of the page that says "My Home". You will be taken to your homepage and listed on this page is a link to "Add a new profile". Once you click on the link to add a new profile, you will be prompted to fill-out the job profile template. This profile will be saved for future use after you click "submit" at the bottom of the page.
How do I change a Job Profile?
After you log into the site as an employer, you will be automatically taken to your homepage. Provided on your homepage is a list of job profiles and job postings. Just find the profile on your list that you want to change and click on the "edit" link directly below that listing. If you have already logged into the site, you can get to your homepage by clicking on the link located toward the top of the page that says "My Home". This link will take you to your homepage and you'll be able to change your profile as described above.
How do I post a job?
You can post a job once you've registered with Jobline and you log into the site. Once you log into the site you will need to click the link to "post a job". You will then be taken to a screen where you can input all of the information about your job posting. Very few of the job posting fields are required so you may enter as little or as much information as you'd like. You will have the option to fill-in a number of fields about the position you're posting; including, information about the job title, job description, application requirements, salary, education requirements/preferences, as well as a number of other factors. You will also have the option to provide up to four links to outside websites. You can enter a link to your homepage, or a link to the application on the web, or a link to whatever other website will help applicants with your job posting. Jobs will not be posted automatically and must be approved by a website administrator before they post to the site.

*All job announcements must comply with the Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action guidelines.
What's the difference between professional library experience and general library experience?
Professional library experience refers to amount of time someone has worked in a post-master's position. This does not include time spent working in a paraprofessional position or in other non-MLS/MLIS required positions. General library experience includes time spent in any position within a library environment including time spent in a post-master's position. So if someone worked as a circulation clerk for 2 years while earning a MLS, and then worked as a librarian for 2 years after getting their degree, they would have a total of 4 years of library experience.
Why doesn't my job posting immediately appear after I click the submit button? Why do job postings need to be approved?
Job postings will not immediately appear on Jobline after you click the submit button. You will receive an email once the posting has been approved by a website administrator. Job postings must be evaluated so we can eliminate any chance of getting spam, and to verify that all jobs are valid. Employers will receive an email within 2 business days, if not sooner, once the position has been approved and posted to Jobline.
How do I edit a job that I've posted?
The process for editing a job posting is just like editing a Job Profile. You must get to your homepage to find a list of your job postings. You will be taken to your homepage immediately after logging into the site, or you can also get to your homepage after you've logged on by clicking on the "My Home" link provided toward the top of the page. Once you find the list of your job postings on your homepage will need to find the job posting you want to edit. There will be an "edit" link listed directly below the job posting you want to change.
How do I change my registration?
You can change your registration at any time once you've logged into the site. Just find and click on the link located near the top of the page that says "Edit Registration". Change whatever fields you need and then click submit.
Can I have multiple employee logins for one institution?
In order to maintain integrity of the data, and to minimize confusion from your end, we strongly recommend having only one employee login for your institution. If multiple people are posting positions for the same institution, then please share the login among coworkers. Doing so will help ensure consistency and accuracy from your institution.

Job Seekers

What's My Jobline?
Job seekers can create a free personalized My Jobline page which will automatically monitor new postings and send email notification when a new position is posted that meet their search criteria. My Jobline allows seekers to limit their job searches by type of library, degree requirements, hours of work per week, location, and by salary.
How do I register/login to My Jobline?
Registering for My Jobline is fast and easy. Job seekers should go to the Jobline homepage at: http://www.libraryjobline.org/index.php and click on the link under Job Seekers that says "Register for My Jobline". You will be taken to a page that will ask for you to create a Login name and to enter a password. You will also be asked to provide your name and email address. Job seekers can then personalize their search by clicking the appropriate boxes to limit their searches by keyword, library type, location, hours of work per week, salary, degree required, and type of institution. My Jobline also gives users the option to be notified by email when new jobs are posted that fit their search criteria.
How do I change my registration?
If at any time you wish to change your registration information, or your search criteria, you can do so by logging into Jobline and following the link at the top of any page where it says "Edit Registration". Once you click on this link you will be taken to your registration page and you'll be able to change your personal information or your job search criteria. You can access the "Edit Registration" link from any Jobline page once you're logged into the site.
Can I have emails sent to me when new jobs are posted?
Absolutely, and we encourage all users to take advantage of this feature by creating a My Jobline page. In the My Jobline page you are able specify your job search by type of library, lowest degree required, hours of work per week, by salary range, and by location. Once you create an account and specify your search criteria you can choose to have emails sent to you when a new posting is listed that meets your specifications.
How do I remove myself from the email list for new jobs?
All you need to do to remove yourself from the email list for new jobs is log into My Jobline, click on the "Edit Registration" link located toward the top of the page, and scroll down to the bottom of your registration page and select the 'No' option for having emails sent to you.
How do I search for jobs that are available in Colorado Libraries?
There are two ways to search for jobs available in Colorado Libraries. First, you can select to search for Library Jobs in Colorado from Jobline homepage by clicking on the link for 'Library Jobs in Colorado'. You can also search for jobs available in Colorado Libraries by logging into you My Jobline page and making sure you have selected to limit your search criteria by Colorado Library jobs.

There is no need to register with Jobline to search Colorado library job postings or to search library positions outside of Colorado.