<p>Job Posting</p> <p>Agency Information:</p> <p>The State Library of Kansas is an essential resource center supporting the informational needs of government entities and the public. The library, located on the third floor of the north wing of the State Capitol, serves as a repository for government, legislative, and historical records. There is space for patrons to conduct research, read, make copies, or utilize public computers.</p> <p>The State Library curates digital resources, including databases tailored for state agencies, and historical and research databases accessible to all Kansans. The digital offerings feature eBooks, audiobooks and a variety of online tools to enhance access to information statewide. The State Library plays a crucial role in strengthening public libraries through grant programs and the coordination of statewide resource-sharing initiatives. The State Library oversees the Talking Books program, which provides specialized materials and support services to eligible Kansans.</p> <p>About the Position</p> <ul> <li>Who can apply: Anyone </li><li>Classified/Unclassified Service: Unclassified </li><li>Full-Time/Part-Time: Full-Time </li><li>Work Schedule: 8AM - 5PM </li><li>Eligible to Receive Benefits: Yes </li><li>Veterans' Preference Eligible: Yes </li><li>Application Deadline: Open Until Filled </li></ul> <p>Compensation:</p> <ul> <li>Hourly Pay Range: $23.00 - $26.00 </li><li>Note: Salary can vary depending upon education, experience, or qualifications. </li></ul> <p>Employment Benefits:</p> <ul> <li>Comprehensive medical, mental, dental, vision, and additional coverage </li><li>Sick & Vacation leave </li><li>Work-Life Balance programs: parental leave, military leave, jury leave, funeral leave </li><li>Paid State Holidays (designated by the Governor annually) </li><li>Fitness Centers in select locations </li><li>Employee discounts with the STAR Program </li><li>Retirement and deferred compensation programs </li></ul> <p>Visit the Employee Benefits page for more information</p> <p>Position Description:</p> <p>This position is responsible for administering and coordinating the State Library's resource sharing and interlibrary loan (ILL) services. Key duties include managing user accounts, maintaining and troubleshooting the ILL system, catalog maintenance, and supporting library staff with catalog and technical issues. The position requires effective communication with the system's service provider and a variety of libraries utilizing the system. The role includes training and outreach to encourage participation in resource sharing. Additional responsibilities include representing the State Library in consortium and courier service meetings, leading statewide advisory groups, and data reporting and analysis. The position contributes to agency-wide support.</p> <p>Minimum Qualifications</p> <ul> <li>Master's Degree in Library Science </li><li>Three years of experience in library work, the equivalent in relevant education, or a combination of each. </li></ul> <p>Special Skills, Abilities, Certifications</p> <ul> <li>Solid understanding of bibliographic cataloging methods, particularly machine-readable cataloging (MARC) standards and practice </li><li>Familiarity with interlibrary communications standards such as z39.50 information retrieval standard, NISO Circulation Interchange Protocol (NCIP), and others commonly in use </li><li>Communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Ability to communicate and engage with users of varying backgrounds and educational levels, and to teach and train effectively. </li><li>Ability to solve problems and apply critical thinking skills needed to analyze issues and questions. </li><li>Ability to exercise independent judgment within a limited sphere. </li><li>Establish and maintain effective working relationships </li><li>Development, preparation, and presentation of training (traditional and virtual). Development of content for training materials, guides, and resources </li></ul> <p>Post Offer Requirement:</p> <p>Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate: A valid Kansas Tax Clearance Certificate is a condition of employment for all employees of the State of Kansas. Applicants (including non-residents) who receive a formal job offer for a State job, are required to obtain a valid Tax Clearance within ten (10) days of the job offer. A Tax Clearance can be obtained through the Kansas Department of Revenue who reviews individual accounts for compliance with Kansas Tax Law. Please be encouraged if you have a missing tax return(s) or you owe taxes to the State of Kansas, the Kansas Department of Revenue will work with you. The Kansas Department of Revenue can set you up on a payment plan to receive a Tax Clearance so you can get a job working for the State of Kansas. The Kansas Department of Revenue can be contacted at 785-296-3199. Kansas Department of Revenue - Tax Clearance Frequently Asked Questions</p> <p>Recruiter Contact Information:</p> <p>Name: Brianna Brandt</p> <p>Email: brianna.brandt@ks.gov</p> <p>Mailing Address: 900 SW Jackson, Suite 401, Topeka, KS 66612</p> <p>Job Application Process:</p> <ul> <li> <p>First Sign in or register as a New User.</p> </li><li> <p>Complete or update your contact information on the Careers> My Contact Information page. *This information is included on all your job applications.</p> </li><li> <p>Upload required documents listed below for the Careers> My Job Applications page.</p> </li><li> <p>Start your draft job application, upload other required documents, and Submit when it is complete.</p> </li><li> <p>Manage your draft and submitted applications on the Careers> My Job Applications page.</p> </li><li> <p>Check your email and My Job Notifications for written communications from the Recruiter.</p> </li><li> <p>Email - sent to the Preferred email on the My Contact Information page</p> </li><li> <p>Notifications - view the Careers> My Job Notifications page</p> </li></ul> <p>Helpful Resources at jobs.ks.gov: "How to Apply for a Job - Instructions" and "How to Search for a Job - Instructions"</p> <p>Required Documents for this Application to be Complete:</p> <p>Upload these on the Careers - My Job Applications page</p> <ul> <li>DD FM 214 (if you are claiming Veteran's Preference) </li></ul> <p>Upload these on the Attachments step in your Job Application</p> <ul> <li>Resume </li><li>Letter of Interest / Cover Letter </li><li>Graduate school transcript(s) </li></ul> <p>How to Claim Veterans Preference:</p> <p>Veterans' Preference Eligible (VPE): Former military personnel or their spouse that have been verified as a "veteran"; under K.S.A. 73-201 will receive an interview if they meet the minimum competency factors of the position. The veterans' preference laws do not guarantee the veteran a job. Positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determine by the hiring manager.</p> <p>Learn more about claiming Veteran's Preference</p> <p>How to Claim Disability Hiring Preference</p> <p>Applicants that have physical, cognitive and/or mental disabilities may claim an employment preference when applying for positions. If they are qualified to meet the performance standards of the position, with or without a reasonable accommodation, they will receive an interview for the position. The preference does not guarantee an applicant the job, as positions are filled with the best qualified candidate as determined by the hiring manager.</p> <p>Learn more about claiming Disability Hiring Preference</p> <p>PLEASE NOTE: The documentation verifying a person's eligibility for use of this preference should not be sent along with other application materials to the hiring agency but should be sent directly to OPS. These documents should be sent either by fax to (785)296-7712, scanned and emailed to Gustavo.Victoriano@ks.gov, or can be mailed/delivered in person to:</p> <p>ATTN: Disability Hiring Preference Coordinator</p> <p>Office of Personnel Services</p> <p>Landon State Office Building</p> <p>900 SW Jackson, Rm 401</p> <p>Topeka, KS 66612</p> <p>Equal Employment Opportunity:</p> <p>The State of Kansas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential elements that create and foster a welcoming workplace. All qualified persons will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, political affiliation, disability or any other factor unrelated to the essential functions of the job.</p> <p>If you wish to identify yourself as a qualified person with a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act and would like to request an accommodation, please address the request to the agency recruiter.</p>