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(liY OF REDWOOD CITY Local I-Mstory Specialis' 1 Local History Specialis... 11 (Continued) - 2 of 4 EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Maintain and update catalogue files and inventories. Organize and maintain all materials in accordance with oroper archivill preser- vation methods. Serve as library liaison to the Archives COll1llittee. Advise and assist members with projects involving ,the Local History Collection, including preservation techniques and proper useage of materials. Attend monthly Archives COlTlT1ittee meetings. Work with volunteer staff, including supervlslon of projects executed by volun- teers, training volunteers for specialized tasks, and giving support to volunteer s ta ff . Provide the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of programs, services, displays and talks which promote use of the Local History Collection. Compile local history activity reports and statistics. Participate in Reference Department meetings as appropriate. Attend and represent the library at professional meetings as appropriate or required. Select, supervise, train and evaluate staff; prepare work schedules and provide adequate staff support. In addi.tion, a Local History Specialist Ills duties may include assisting in developing the department budget, supervising other staff and being substantially responsible for the Local History Collection and service. Perform related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS Local History Specialist I Knowledge of: Principles and practices of professional archival work including methods, practices, and techniques of appraisal, acquisition, arrangement, retrieval, access, classification, and preservation. Library methods, techniques and sources. Materials and services available in public libraries. Ab il i ty to: Perform technical and professional archival tasks. Work well with adults and children.