Employment Opportunities- Join the RVML Team!

This page was updated on Thursday Oct. 11, 2007 7:30pm PST

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Who Should Apply?

RVML hires friendly, service-oriented people of high integrity who are responsible, trustworthy and reliable in all their commitments, and who feel alignment with the vision and mission of RVML.

How to Apply:

For Staff and Intern Positions: Please e-mail your resume with cover letter indicating clearly which position you are applying for to office@rvml.org (MS Word format attachments preferred).

For Volunteer Positions: Please visit the library and fill-out an application form or e-mail volunteer@rvml.org to have one sent to you.

Current Job Opportunities:

• Audio/Visual Volunteers / Interns
  
  
• Audio/Visual Production Assistant
  
  
• Business Volunteers / Interns
  
  
• Library Operations Assistant
  
  
• Volunteer Librarian
  
  

Please check back frequently for current Job Opportunity information!

Check Us Out! Here's Why:

• Real world experience using modern, professional hardware and software (Macintosh Pro production workstations, Final Cut Pro Suite 7, etc.) in the production of weekly live events.
  
  
• Develop internet skills with different aspects of website construction and maintenance, e-commerce, and related projects.
  
  
• Get creative with RVML's Community Filmmakers Project producing video projects for marketing and educational purposes.
  
  
• Develop videography and technical experience in the production of in-house and in-the-field live lecture presentations (camera operation, directing, editing) and/or assist with pre and post DVD production work.
  
  

• Some vocational or college training or equivalent experience with audio and visual systems preferred but not required.
  
  
• Friendliness, with a strong ability to communicate clearly and concisely, and demonstrated willingness to provide excellent service to presenters and other staff.
  
  
• Must be available weekday evenings and occasional weekends.
  
  

Audio/Visual Production Assistant

About RVML:

The Rogue Valley Metaphysical Library & Event Center was established in January 2002 with the mission of providing easy access to a comprehensive collection of metaphysical, spiritual and paranormal information. RVML offers thousands of titles available to borrow or purchase, and organizes lectures and other events throughout week in our 80-seat presentation facility. With nearly 10,000 items in our collection, and with the help of over 30 staff and volunteers, RVML is among the largest publicly-accessible metaphysical libraries in the world. MORE

RVML Resource Center is a federal 501c3 Oregon non-profit corporation funded primarily by grants and private donations (EIN# 56-2403599). All donations are accepted and are fully tax-deductible. A donation receipt is issued to all donors.

Volunteers and Interns are recognized as major contributors to the vision and mission statements of the Rogue Valley Metaphysical Library. RVML recruits and selects Volunteers and Interns who are motivated and committed, and who are rewarded by a sense of involvement and service. All Volunteers and Interns are provided adequate training and supervision to enable them to fulfill their roles and responsibilities.

Position Summary:

These Internship positions are open to highly motivated, self-starting, reliable individuals with audio/visual background, ideas and experience. Production Assistant Interns are involved with all aspects of the event production timeline: Planning, production, post-production for all RVML weekly in-house events. Additionally, Production Assistant Interns are involved in all technical aspects of large-venue events produced by RVML four to eight times annually.

Working directly with other A/V production staff, Production Assistant Interns are involved with all aspects of RVML’s audio-visual production department. The department is responsible for the pre-production and production of all RVML-produced events including the post-production editing and mastering and media packaging artwork layout of recordings for distribution on a variety of media including DVD and CD formats (and eventually MP-3 or other internet-delivery formats). Production Assistant Interns also help develop and produce additional A/V and Web promotional materials as necessary.

Minimum Experience & Qualifications:

Education: High school diploma or GED. Additional vocational or college training or equivalent experience with audio visual systems preferred but not required. Must be available to work evenings and weekends.

A/V Production Assistant Intern Responsibilities:

• Works directly with Production Manager, Executive Director, Event Coordinator(s), Operations Staff and Presenters to produce high-quality weekly lecture presentations onto various distribution media.

• Operates audiovisual equipment in a live environment.

• Receives and documents audiovisual request forms and event requirements.

• Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.

A/V Production Assistant Intern Knowledge and Skills:

• Software: Final Cut Pro, MS Office Suite; database management and page layout software. Basic html knowledge is a plus. Must be comfortable with a Mac G-5 video production workstation; Mac and Windows XP proficient preferred.

• Friendliness, with a strong ability to communicate clearly and concisely, and demonstrated willingness to provide excellent service to presenters and other staff.

• An aptitude to issue and follow instructions conscientiously, and a demonstrated ability to maintain accurate records and notes.

• Knowledge and background with producing live audio-visual lecture presentations.

• Ability to perform basic computer and A/V equipment maintenance and trouble-shooting.

• Skill in remaining congenial and technically competent while working in a stressful, time-constrained environment. Ability to think quickly and make good decisions within boundaries of authority and appropriateness.

• Ability to lift 40 pounds on a regular basis, and up to 125 lbs. occasionally, with assistance.

• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly in written and spoken English.

Supervision and Evaluation

Interns will be supervised and evaluated by a staff member who will provide any additional training, and complete all required documentation necessary for the Intern.

• Interested in enhancing your skills or learning various facets of business planning at a senior management level?
  
  
• Do analyzing and writing policies/procedural manuals, fine tuning work-flow patterns, and developing internal programs get you excited?
  
  
• Does coordinating the efforts and energy of a small group of volunteers working on project-specific objectives get your creative juices flowing?
  
  
• How about building on your present knowledge and skills in other business development areas e.g. marketing, retailing, systems design, human resources, and possibly others?
  
  
• Would you like to work with a local organization collaboratively to design a specific, unique project tailored to compliment your individual educational goals?
  
  

• Some vocational or college training or equivalent experience in multiple business planning areas preferred but not necessarily required (exceptions may apply).
  
  
• Friendly and positive attitude, strong communication skills both oral and written, and a willingness to work closely with staff.
  
  
• Ability to think department specific and globally with an eye for detail.
  
  

Volunteer Librarian

Project Description:

The Rogue Valley Metaphysical Library & Event Center was established in January 2002 with the mission of providing easy access to a comprehensive collection of metaphysical, spiritual and paranormal information. RVML offers thousands of titles available to borrow or purchase, and organizes lectures and other events throughout week in our 80-seat presentation facility. With nearly 10,000 items in our collection, and with the help of over 30 staff and volunteers, RVML is among the largest publicly-accessible metaphysical libraries in the world. MORE

Volunteer Librarian General Duties:

Shelving, working the circulation desk, answering the telephone, helping with programs and projects, light cleaning assignments, basic reference work, cataloging, special events, etc.

Volunteers bring the library enthusiasm, energy, added talents, and a fresh perspective. They enhance, rather than replace adequate staffing. They enrich the library's offerings, rather than only provide basic duties. Volunteers are liaisons to the community and by their contribution are advocates for quality library service. The library staff and its volunteers must work together for mutual satisfaction.

All volunteer tasks must aid the library in achieving its goals and objectives, and be consistent with the purpose and intent of the volunteer program. Volunteer talents, experience, and interests will be considered in assignment of tasks. All RVML volunteers are trained and directed by the Volunteer Coordinator who oversees all aspects of the volunteer program. The Volunteer Coordinator will schedule volunteer activities taking into account the library's needs and each volunteer's capabilities and wishes.

RVML does not compensate volunteers for time spent, or expense incurred, except by special arrangement with the Library Manager or Executive Director. Volunteers working in the library have liability insurance coverage for property damage and/or bodily injury to others which results from the performance of their volunteer duties, and to themselves. Volunteers are required to adhere to all library policies, especially relating to privacy and confidentiality.

Skills and Requirements:

Friendly, helpful, and professional in conduct, with excellent communication, organizational and people skills. Only basic familiarity with MS Windows-based computer workstations is required. Complete training in systems and operations is provided, with manuals and procedural documentation is provided, along with good on-the-job support by other staff. A library science background is helpful but not required.

How to Apply:

Please visit RVML and fill-out an application form or e-mail volunteer@rvml.org to have one sent to you.