[rehab] FW: Job Opening at the Minnesota Braille and Talking Book Library

Tue Oct 14 13:25:42 UTC 2014

*From:* Pankow, Carol (DEED) [mailto:Carol.Pankow at state.mn.us]
*Sent:* Tuesday, October 14, 2014 8:24 AM
*To:* ddavis at blindinc.org
*Subject:* FW: Job Opening at the Minnesota Braille and Talking Book
Library
*Importance:* High

FYI

*Carol N Pankow*

Director

*Department of Employment and Economic Development*

*State Services for the Blind*

2200 University Avenue, Suite 240, St. Paul, MN  55114

Direct: 651-539-2272

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*From:* Toews, Annette (DEED)
*Sent:* Tuesday, October 14, 2014 8:07 AM
*To:* #DEED_SSB-AllStaff
*Cc:* Durivage, Catherine (MDE)
*Subject:* Job Opening at the Minnesota Braille and Talking Book Library
*Importance:* High

FYI – a great job opening at the Minnesota Braille and Talking Book
Library! - AT

https://statejobs.doer.state.mn.us/JobPosting/c4a819e3c386fe27eee309b21ece58e6/View.

*LIBRARY TECHNICIAN*

*$ 15.81-$ 21.98 hourly, $ 33,011-$ 45,894 annually*

*Date Posted:*

10/14/2014

*Closing Date:*

10/23/2014

*Hiring Agency:*

Education Dept

*Division/Bureau:*

MN Braille & Talking Book Libr

*Location:*

Faribault

*Who May Apply:*

*Open to all qualified job seekers*

*Posting Number:*

14EDUC000074

*Employment Conditions:*

Permanent, Full-time

*Work Shift:*

Day Shift

*Days of Work:*

Monday-Friday , 08:00 AM-04:30 PM

*Travel Required:*

no

*Job Grouping:*

Education and Libraries

*Classified Status:*

Classified

*Job Description:*

Ensure that Minnesotans with visual, physical or reading disabilities that
prevent the use of printed materials have access to high quality library
services through the Minnesota Braille and Talking Book Library (MBTBL).

Provide high quality customer service: answer routine telephone, in person
and email reference and readers advisory questions from library patrons
using the Keystone Library Automation System (KLAS), readers' advisory
online and print tools and other resources, provide technical assistance to
library users over the phone and via email.

Maintain the library collection and KLAS catalog records so that the
collection is readily available and the KLAS catalog accurately reflects
item status and patron requests can be filled efficiently.

Assist librarians and library program director in data collection and
administrative tasks, such as maintaining and troubleshooting library
equipment, including computers, printers, audio visual equipment; compile
bibliographies and other finding aids to meet patron interests; write
articles, informational materials or prepare short book abstracts for the
MBTBL newsletter.

*Minimum Qualifications:*

-Working knowledge of library classification system(s) and standard library
reference tools sufficient to assist clients in locating materials and
conducting research.

Ability to:
-Apply and support detailed coding or cataloging systems sufficient to
create tracking for new print and non-print library acquisitions and locate
and replace existing materials.
-Operate personal computers, use various software and web-based
applications, and other office equipment sufficient to locate catalog
information, word-process documents, complete forms and prepare reports.
-Communicate effectively orally and in writing sufficient to determine and
respond to the informational needs of clients of varied educational levels
and backgrounds; to train, direct and evaluate work of student clerical
staff; and to assist the professional library staff to maintain the library
collection according to library policy and procedures.
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Requires occasionally lifting articles up to 50-pounds and frequently
lifting and/or carrying objects such as file boxes. This job may require
walking or standing to a significant degree or may involve sitting most of
the time with pushing and pulling of arm and/or leg controls.

*Preferred Qualifications:*

* Knowledge and experience with Keystone Library Automation System (KLAS)
* Background training, education or experience with providing library
services, especially related to serving customers who are blind or have a
disability that prevents use of traditional print materials

*Selection Process:*

The selection process is a resume-based, skill-matching process. Resumes of
all applicants to this posting will be evaluated against the Minimum
Qualifications stated above. If your skills match the required skills for
this position, the department may contact you.

*How to Apply:*

Most State selection processes utilize a resume-based screening process. To
apply for this position, click the "APPLY" box and then the "apply to
selected jobs" button at the bottom of this job announcement. For
additional information about the State's selection process, go to
http://mn.gov/mmb/careers/applicant_help/

Current State Employees: Please note that employment provisions (including
but not limited to seniority and leave accrual) vary among the three
branches of Minnesota State government. When considering a job with another
branch of state government, you are highly encouraged to explore these
differences. For assistance, please direct questions to both your current
and anticipated Human Resources offices.

RECENTLY SEPARATED VETERANS (RSV): Effective July 1, 2009, legislation
provides that the top five RSV applicants who apply and meet the
qualifications for a vacancy shall be granted an interview. To qualify, you
must meet the following: 1) have separated under honorable conditions from
any branch of the armed forces of the United States; 2) have served on
active duty for 181 consecutive days or more or for the full period ordered
to active duty or have separated by reason of disability incurred while
serving on active duty; 3) be a United States citizen or resident alien;
and 4) have served in active military service at any time on or after
September 11, 2001, as shown on your DD-214 form. To be considered under
this legislation, you must: 1) meet all Minimum Qualifications identified
in this posting; 2) meet all of the above RSV criteria; and 3) submit a
copy of your DD-214 form by the closing date mail or e-mail to
nathan.smith at state.mn.us or Nathan Smith, 1500 Hwy. 36, Roseville, MN
55213-4266. Failure to submit your DD-214 form will affect your
consideration for an interview under this legislation.

*Contact for More Information:*

catherine.durivage at state.mn.us, (507) 384-6860.
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