Library Jobs in Alaska

Updated: Wednesday, 24-Jun-2009 18:17:18 MDT

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Library Jobs in Alaska (MLIS)
Library Jobs in Alaska (Paraprofessional)
Library Jobs in Alaska (Student)
Listings Outside Alaska

This is a listing of library-related jobs that are available in Alaska. If you are interested in one of these positions, please contact the agency directly. AkLA is unable to forward application materials. To Submit a job announcement for publication on the AkLA site send an email message to webdeveloper@akla.org

For official information about relocating to Alaska check the State of Alaska relocation site.

*Disclaimer: Efforts are made to maintain a current job announcements page, however, it is the applicant's responsibility to check with institutions advertising positions with open review dates prior to submitting applications.

Library Jobs in Alaska (MLIS)

Youth Services Librarian
Anchorage Public Library - Posted June 24th

Deadline: 9 July
Wanted: An enthusiastic librarian to entertain, educate and reach out to the youth of Anchorage from the Samson-Dimond Branch of the Anchorage Public Library system.

The librarian in this full-time position, in conjunction with system-wide youth services staff, will plan and present programs for youth; evaluate materials to maintain diverse and relevant youth collections; provide outreach services to the South Anchorage community; assist patrons in finding and using library resources; and oversee branch operations in the Branch Manager’s absence.

Salary Range: $21.84 - $27.84 per hour. For the official recruitment announcement and to apply visit the Municipality Of Anchorage Employee Relations website.

Kodiak Island Borough School District
Kodiak High School Librarian - posted June 24th

The Kodiak Island Borough School District is accepting applications for the one-year only position of Kodiak High School Librarian.

Applicants must have a valid State of Alaska Teaching Certificate with appropriate endorsement.

Send letter of interest and resume to personnel@kodiakschools.org.

Library Jobs in Alaska (Paraprofessional)

Assistant Librarian – Talkeetna Library PCN: 202
Matanuska-Susitna Borough - web posted June 22nd

This is a regular part-time position (25 hours per week) in the Recreational Services Division of the Community Development Department. Hours will vary depending on the needs of the library.

Announcement Posted: 06/22/09
Application Deadline: 07/06/09 5:00 p.m.
Salary: 17A $18.23/hr.

The employee(s) occupying the positions of this class are responsible for assisting the Librarian and participating in the library work, activities, and services of a Borough community library.

General Qualifications: One year of responsible library work experience.
Valid Alaska driver’s license and clear driving record and criminal history required. The applicant conditionally selected for this position will be required to have a preemployment physical focusing on strength and lifting abilities, and to provide a criminal record background check and driving record.

The position description is posted with the notice in the Human Resources Office for your review.

HOW TO APPLY: Submit application to the Human Resources Office. Applications are available on line at www.matsugov.us or at the Matanuska-Susitna Borough Building, 350 East Dahlia Avenue, Palmer, AK 99645. If you need reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application process, please contact the Human Resources Office at (907) 746-7404. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply.

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Library Assistant I Position
State Library - Anchorage - posted June 11th

The Alaska State Library is recruiting for a full-time permanent Library Assistant I to work in the Talking Book Center in Anchorage.

To view the posting, go to: http://notes4.state.ak.us/wa/mainentry.nsf/WebData/1hp1HomePage/?Open

Select: View Career Opportunities

Select: Anchorage

Page down in the alphabetical listing to Library Assistant I

The job posting closes at 5 PM on June 22. Please forward this message to any Alaska resident you believe may be interested in this job. Thank you.

Summer Internship Opportunity

WHEN:   10 weeks, June-September 2009, start and end dates are flexible.

WHERE:   Atwood Resource Center (formerly known as the Library and Archives), Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson, in beautiful Anchorage, Alaska.

WHAT:    The Atwood Resource Center is seeking enthusiastic applicants for this year’s William Davis Internship. This summer internship position is funded by the Cook Inlet Historical Society and the Anchorage Museum Association. The recipient will receive a stipend of $3000. Formal training will include assistance with library and archival work, including processing and describing collections, preservation work, creating finding aids and assist in organizing collections following our move to the museum’s new expansion facility.

WHO:     Applicants must be at least 18, must be computer literate, and should have an interest in a career in archives, libraries, history, art history, and/or museums.

HOW TO APPLY:

Please send a completed application with a resume and a letter describing your interest in the position, to Jacquelyn B. Hoflich, SPHR, Human Resource Director, Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center, 121 West 7th Ave., Anchorage, AK, 99501; by fax: (907) 343-6427, or e-mail: hoflichjb@ci.anchorage.ak.us. Applications can be found on our website at (http://www.anchoragemuseum.org/about/aboutus_employment.aspx), or please call (907) 343-6110 to have one emailed, faxed or mailed to you. All resumes must be accompanied by a completed application.

Jacquelyn B. Hoflich, SPHR
Human Resource Director
Anchorage Museum at Rasmuson Center
907-343-6110 direct

907-343-6427 fax

Library Jobs in Alaska (Student)

Hiring for student assistants is an ongoing process on the three university campuses (University of Alaska Anchorage, Fairbanks, and Southeast)

Listings Outside Alaska

Pacific Northwest Library Association job site: http://www.pnla.org/jobs/

Washington Library Association's job site: http://www.wla.org/liblinks.html#jobs