The Governors and Guardians of Marsh’s Library wish to appoint a new Keeper, with effect from October 2011, when the present Keeper is due to retire.

The Keeper will report to the Governors and Guardians, a statutory body.

Full details on Marsh’s website at http://www.marshlibrary.ie/keeper_position

Carlow County Library Service meets the wide ranging information, education, research and cultural needs of the people of County Carlow. Service is provided in its network of four branch libraries at Carlow, Muinebheag, Tullow and Borris. There is continuous development of I.C.T and online services and overall there is a commitment to an innovative and modern approach to library service delivery. Other important aspects of the service include Local Studies, children’s and young people’s services, and library provision for universal access. It actively supports opportunities for lifelong learning for all. While maintaining and forming strong and active links with our parent Local Authority and with local educational and community organisations it is also an enthusiastic participant in nationally organised events. Inter agency cooperation is actively encouraged. At Carlow County Library staff are dedicated to the use of the Irish language across our range of services.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE SHALL:

• Have strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Possess a thorough knowledge of Local Government in Ireland.
• Demonstrate a commitment to modern and innovative service delivery.
• Have the ability to motivate and encourage staff on the County Library team.
• Demonstrate a commitment to achieving maximum benefit from financial resources while operating at all times within budget.
• Possess an ability to network effectively and form links with national and community organisations in the context of future library development.
• Show an ability to foster and develop a library service for County Carlow in the spirit and practice of Universal access for all.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

The Minister for the Environment, Heritage and Local Government has declared that the qualifications for the position of County Librarian shall be as set out hereunder: -

Character: Candidates shall be of good character.

Health: Candidates shall be in a state of health such as would indicate a reasonable prospect of ability to render regular and efficient service.

Education, Training, Experience etc

(a)  Each candidate must, on the latest date for receipt of completed application forms -

(i)    Subject to the provision of paragraph (b) below, hold the diploma in Library and Information Studies of the National University of Ireland, or have satisfied the examination and thesis requirements leading to the Fellowship of the Library Association of Ireland, or possess an equivalent qualification;

(ii)   have satisfactory experience of library work,

(iii)  possess a sufficient knowledge of Irish and English to enable him/her perform

the duties of the post in both languages

(b)  The requirement of (a) (i) above will not apply in the case of an existing holder of a post of librarian in a local authority of the State.

Duties

The duties of the office are to give to the local authority and such other local authorities or bodies for which the Manager, for the purposes of the City and County Management Acts, is Manager, and to any other local authority or body with which an agreement has been made by the local authority or by any of the authorities or bodies mentioned in sub-paragraph (a) of this paragraph, under the direction and supervision of the County Manager and/or Director of Services, such services as County Librarian of an advisory, supervisory or executive nature as may be required by the local authorities or bodies in the exercise and performance of any of its powers, functions and duties and to perform the duties of acting for appropriate officers of higher rank when required.

The holder of the office shall reside in the district in which their duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof.

The local authority shall require a person to whom a temporary appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not appoint them.

SALARY SCALE:

€64,426, €66,011, €68,496, €70,983, €73,474, €75,938, €78418, €81,232, €84,036

Entry point to this scale will be determined in accordance with Circulars issued by the Department of the Environment, Heritage and Local Government.

The salary shall be fully inclusive and shall be as determined from time to time. Holders of the post shall pay to Carlow County Council any fees or other monies (other than their inclusive salary) payable to or received by them by virtue of their post or in respect of any services, which they are required by or under any enactment to perform.

PARTICULARS OF OFFICE:

This is a two year fixed term contract post.

The holder of the office shall reside in the district in which his or her duties are to be performed or within a reasonable distance thereof.

The local authority shall require a person to whom an appointment is offered to take up such appointment within a period of not more than one month and if they fail to take up the appointment within such period or such longer period as the local authority in its absolute discretion may determine, the local authority shall not appoint them.

Probation

Where a  person who are not already permanent employees of a local authority are appointed, the following provisions shall apply:

1. there shall be a period after such appointments take effect during which such persons shall hold the position on probation;
2. such period shall be one year but the Manager may at his or her discretion extend such period;
3. such persons shall cease to hold the position at end of the period of probation unless during such period the Manager has certified that the service of such persons is satisfactory.

COMPETITION PROCESS

Completing the Application Form

Applications must be made on the official application form, available on www.publicjobs.ie and all sections of the form must be fully completed.

The admission of a person to a competition, or invitation to attend an interview, is not to be taken as implying that the Public Appointments Service is satisfied that such a person fulfils the requirements or is not disqualified by law from holding the position.

Closing date

The completed application form must be forwarded so as to reach the Public Appointments Service not later than the 17^th February, 2011. Applications should be made online at www.publicjobs.ie.

If you do not receive an acknowledgement within two days please contact Emma Appleby at emma.appleby@publicjobs.ie or Ph: 8587664.

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LK Shields Solicitors wishes to recruit a part-time Library Assistant to assist and support the Librarian/Information Officer in the delivery of Library and Information services.  The Library Assistant will work 12 hours per week.  The hours will preferably be divided over three or four weekdays, although some flexibility is possible.

For further information on the position and details on how to apply visit  http://www.lkshields.ie .

Are you dynamic and flexible, and would you like to work for an international library organisation? Do you have broad knowledge and understanding of the current movements in the library business? Are you interested in managing European projects?  Do you have a good oral and written knowledge of English, and a familiarity with other European languages?LIBER (Association of European Research Libraries / Ligue des Bibliothèques Européennes de Recherche) and SPARC Europe (The Scholarly Publishing and Academic Resources Coalition), two international library organizations that work closely together, are looking for a Project Officer.
Deadline for applications: 21^st of October 2010. Interviews will be held on the 15^th of November 2010, starting at 1pm, in the National Library of the Netherlands in The Hague.

Ernst & Young have a job vacancy for an Information Officer to assist the Tax Services line for a 10-month period starting October 2010.
The knowledge services group in Ernst & Young provides knowledge management services and a research and current awareness service to an internal user population to over 1,000 audit, tax, corporate finance and support professionals. Other responsibilities include deployment and support for desktop electronic resources, support for the company’s intranet, and managing the corporate library.
Tasks to include:

• General business research
• Dealing with queries on using desktop information tools
• Current awareness services
• General tax library duties
• Other tasks as directed by Manager

Essential Requirements:

• Academic business qualification and/or library qualification
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Good knowledge of information technology
• Preferred Requirements:
• Training delivery experience
• Previous knowledge of library or research work, especially in a business environment
• Web development experience

Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Ernst & Young, an equal opportunities employer, values the diversity of our workforce and the knowledge of our people. Ernst & Young gives you access to global opportunities in a challenging, rewarding and dynamic environment. Wherever your aspirations lie, if you have the drive and determination to help our clients succeed you’ll find the scope and support to realise your professional and personal ambitions. Working alongside talented professionals from a wide range of backgrounds, you’ll be part of a culture that’s results-focused, collaborative and inspirational. Together, we make a difference to our clients and the communities in which we live and work.
To apply please click here.