Reference Librarian - Genealogy & Local History

Montgomery County Memorial Library System

Conroe, Texas

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Wages

Not Specified

Location

Conroe, TX

Hours

40.00

MLS

Required

Minimum Education

Master's Degree

Library Experience

Preferred

Supervisory Experience

Preferred

Type of Library

Public

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Job Description

Manages the operations of the Genealogy & Local History room, a unit of the Montgomery County Memorial Library System  Supervises staff of 2.5 FTE, including selection, training and evaluation  Coordinates, develops, and evaluates services that address users’ information needs  Preforms information delivery and reference services  Provides collection development, promotion, and maintenance for the unit  Participates in microfilm and database acquisitions for the unit and library system  Presents programs for genealogy and local history training, both onsite and during outreach  Plans and completes special projects, including digitization  Develops annual budget request and monitors expenditures for approved allocations  Participates in System committees and professional organizations; attend meetings and conferences; maintains knowledge of current developments and practices in the field  Requires evenings and weekend hours, as scheduled  Any and all other duties assigned

Additional Info & Requirements

Master’s Degree in Library Science or Library Information Science from and ALA accredited program or equivalent  Three (3) years or more professional librarian experience, knowledge of special collections methods and practices, with at least one year of management/supervisory experience  Experience in genealogy and local history research  Strong public service background  Advanced training or certification desirable  Demonstrated organizational planning skills  Ability to direct and motivate staff  Ability to achieve objectives in a team setting  Outstanding interpersonal skills; ability to work with a wide range of users having diverse ability’s  Technology competence, including but not limited to computer skills for access/input, online searching, microform organization/reproduction, and equipment troubleshooting for maintenance

HR Info

Lana Beathard  -  lana.beathard@countylibrary.org 936.788.8377 ext. 6238

Posted Feb 1, 2021