[Ohiodig] Digital Librarian opening at Ohio Genealogical Society

Tom Neel tneel at ogs.org
Tue Jun 18 10:00:17 EDT 2019


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE:

June 15, 2019

Ohio Genealogial Society

Thomas S. Neel, Director

419-886-1903

tneel at ogs.org

 

Ohio Genealogical Society Seeking Digital Librarian

 

BELLVILLE, OH - The Ohio Genealogical Society is excited to announce that we
are now taking applications for a Digital Librarian which will be a
full-time position within the organization. The Ohio Genealogical Society is
focused on protecting and sharing Ohio's family history resources,
developing engaging educational opportunities, and connecting genealogists.

Purpose of the Job:

Under the general guidance of the OGS Library Director, this position is
responsible for leading and supervising a team of staff and volunteers.  

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Responsibilities will include: 

*	Working with the OGS Library Director in orienting, coaching,
managing and evaluating assigned team.
*	Work with professional web development vendor in the creation of a
new website design for OGS
*	Maintain the Ohio Genealogical Society website
*	Manage digital projects.
*	Assumes responsibility for the operation of the OGS Library in the
absence of the director
*	Trains staff, volunteers, board members, and customers/researchers
onsite at the OGS Library and remotely.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

*	Masters of Library Science Degree from an ALA accredited institution
or equivalent education/training in digital imaging, hardware and software,
web site maintenance, including familiarity with content management software
and metadata standards.
*	Ability to express self effectively and concisely both orally and in
writing. 
*	Ability to operate and troubleshoot OGS library technology systems
including personal computer software programs and other job related
equipment. 
*	Must be able to perform duties offsite. Valid driver's license and
personal vehicle required.
*	Act with the customers/researchers in mind using information gained
from interacting with customers/researchers.

 

Interested parties should send a cover letter along with their resume and
references to Thomas S. Neel, Library Director (tneel at ogs.org) by July 15,
2019.

 

The Ohio Genealogical Society uniquely creates a network of Ohio expertise
that lets genealogists discover their families, so they feel personally
enriched and confident in their results.

 

 

Tom Neel MLIS/CPL, Library Director

Samuel D. Isaly Library

Ohio Genealogical Society

611 SR 97 W

Bellville OH 44813-8813

419-886-1903

www.ogs.org

Membership $40 (OGS Quarterly, Ohio Genealogy News, Online Member Databases)

 



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