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Information that announces an opening in Anchorage School District. Ruth Jean Shaw Library Resources Anchorage School District Anchorage School District 5530 E Northern Lights Blvd Anchorage, Alaska 99504-3135 (907) 742-4000 Return to formatted version Position Vacancy Announcement PVA NUMBER: 107707 BARG. UNIT: ANCHORAGE COUNCIL OF EDUCATION Open: June 6, 2007 JOB TITLE: CURRICULUM COORDINATOR, LIBRARIES WORK DAY: 1.0 Close: Open Until Filled LOCATION: BONIFACE EDUCATION CENTER WORK YEAR: 215 DAYS In and Out of Bargaining Unit DEPT: INSTRUCTION SALARY: 51,112-$65,551, 100% This position is open to both the public and current ASD employees, but application procedures may differ. This document contains the application procedures for the public. If you are an ASD employee, please print the "Internal" version. Minimum Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to satisfactorily qualify for the position. Knowledge of: 1. School Library Media Programs (K-12) 2. Library collection and maintenance 3. Library automated circulation systems (SIRSI) Skills Required: 1. High comfort level with technology in its myriad forms Ability to: 1. Communicate with a wide variety of audiences and people with varied experience levels and learning styles. 2. Coordinate meetings, activities, training, and events across the 90+ district schools. 3. Lead and motivate library media personnel. Education and/or Experience: Listed below are any combination of education and/or experience that demonstrate possession of the requisite knowledge, skill and abilities. 1. Equivalent experience, education, and training may be considered in lieu of degree requirement. (To be used in conjunction with degree requirement where experienced applicants would be acceptable.) 2. Master's degree in Library Science or related field required 3. Three years' recent experience as a public school librarian required. 4. Three years' experience as a classroom teacher preferred. 5. K-12 experience preferred. Essential Duties and Responsibilities The Library Coordinator will provide leadership and 21st century vision to librarians, K-12, and will work collaboratively with librarians, the other curriculum coordinators, Library Resources, and Educational Technology to implement the goals and objectives of the Six-Year Plan for the Library Program. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive. Some incumbents may not perform all the duties listed while in other cases related duties may also be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Coordinate and guide the direction of the K-12 Library program 2. Maintain and evaluate the Six-Year Instructional Plan for the Library Program. Provide effective leadership in developing, implementing, and evaluating plans for a comprehensive, system-wide school library media program. 3. Facilitate the Library Advisory Committee and regular meetings of librarians. 4. Coordinate and plan in-service, training, and other professional development for librarians. 5. Support site librarians with program ideas, processing, collection maintenance, budget development, and the online automation system. 6. Provide mentoring to new librarians. 7. Maintain the standards, benchmarks, and performance indicators for the library program. 8. Implement district policies and procedures including those of materials selection, copyright issues, and challenged materials. 9. Coordinate with other curriculum coordinators to integrate 21st century information literacy standards into core curriculum areas. 10. Research and disseminate current trends in library services and delivery and best practice Information Literacy lessons to librarians. 11. Communicate and collaborate with public and academic libraries and agencies to share resources that enhance the educational community's learning environment. 12. Team with Educational Technology to assure standardization of equipment and software and work with administration to move toward equity of resources across programs and buildings. 13. Communicate the district's vision, goals, and priorities regarding school library media programs to all stakeholders. 14. Serve as a resource to administrators, teachers, librarians, students, and the community. 15. Coordinate and provide staff development in the use of information literacy instructional resources and technology innovations for librarians and other district personnel. 16. Coordinate library program activities with various departments for implementation (Human Resources, Library Resources, Purchasing, Information Technology, Educational Technology, Communications, Training and Professional Developing, Instructional Divisions, etc.). 17. May perform other related duties as assigned. Special Qualifications Requirements that are unique to this position which are not listed above. 1. Advanced knowledge and training in all phases of school librarianship. 2. Knowledge of library automation systems and library technology systems Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: 1. Type C Library Certificate or Type A Certification with Librarian endorsement required 2. Type B Certificate preferred Application Procedures CLASSIFIED EXTERNAL APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Please submit a Classified Application Form #1300. CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEES: Please submit a Transfer Request Form #501 with an updated resume. If a resume is not submitted, your application paperwork may not be considered. NOTE: It is a condition of employment that the selected applicant become a member of the Anchorage Council of Education or pay professional service fee. CERTIFIED EXTERNAL APPLICATION PROCEDURES: Please submit a Certificated Application Form #1200, an updated resume and a current supervisor's letter of recommendation. CURRENT DISTRICT EMPLOYEES & OUT-OF-DISTRICT APPLICANTS who do not have a #1200 application on file must submit a complete application form #1200 packet [see application for document requirements]. NOTE: It is a condition of employment that the selected applicant become a member of the Anchorage Council of Education or pay professional service fee. Positions contingent upon availability of funds and School Board Approval ASD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applications from minorities are encouraged. Human Resources Department Position Vacancy Announcement (Rev. 3/2001) ________________________________ Anchorage School District 5530 E Northern Lights Blvd Anchorage, Alaska 99504-3135 -------------------------------------------------------------------- Please note: All LM_NET postings are protected by copyright law. You can prevent most e-mail filters from deleting LM_NET postings by adding LM_NET@LISTSERV.SYR.EDU to your e-mail address book. To change your LM_NET status, e-mail to: listserv@listserv.syr.edu In the message write EITHER: 1) SIGNOFF LM_NET 2) SET LM_NET NOMAIL 3) SET LM_NET MAIL 4) SET LM_NET DIGEST * Allow for confirmation. * LM_NET Help & Information: http://www.eduref.org/lm_net/ * LM_NET Archive: http://www.eduref.org/lm_net/archive/ * EL-Announce with LM_NET Select: http://elann.biglist.com/sub/ * LM_NET Supporters: http://www.eduref.org/lm_net/ven.html --------------------------------------------------------------------