POSITION VACANCY

 ASSISTANT EDITOR
 (STATE LIBRARY SPECIALIST SENIOR)

 Position #101

 SALARY RANGE:  $27,403-$41,841


 DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

 As an Assistant Editor in the Library of Virginia's
 Publications Division, you will research, obtain, and negotiate
 rights and permissions for all illustrations published in
 VIRGINIA CAVALCADE, the Library's quarterly magazine of
 Virginia history and culture, and for the Library's other
 historical publications.  You will also copy-edit and proofread
 VIRGINIA CAVALCADE and, with the magazine's editor and graphic
 artist, coordinate layout, design, and picture captions for
 each issue of the magazine.  You will also administer
 international copyright and cataloging data registration;
 assist with promotion of Library titles; and perform historical
 research and writing as assigned.

 MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 The successful candidate should possess considerable knowledge
 of picture-research methodologies, of editorial principles, and
 of Virginia history and culture, as well as the demonstrated
 ability to organize multiple and detailed projects and
 schedules; to prepare well-written articles and reports; to
 communicate effectively with research and publishing
 professionals, authors, and library patrons; and to work within
 teams.  An advanced degree in U.S. History, American Studies,
 Applied History, Library Science, or related field preferred.
 Knowledge of computers and appropriate word-processing and
 publishing software a plus.  Must pass a security background
 investigation.

 TO APPLY:

 Submit a completed State Employment Application form by 5:00
 P.M., Friday, 20 September 1996, to Patricia Ann Browne,
 Library of Virginia, 11th Street at Capitol Square, Richmond,
 VA 23219.  Phone (804) 786-3336 or FAX (804) 371-7613.  Women,
 minorities, and persons with a disability are encouraged to
 apply.

 AN EEO/ADA/AA EMPLOYER