IRRT (International Relations Round Table)

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The mission of the International Relations Round Table is to promote interest in library issues and librarianship worldwide; to help coordinate international activities within ALA, serving as a liaison between the International Relations Committee and those members of the Association interested in international relations; to develop programs and activities which further the international objectives of ALA; and to provide hospitality and information to visitors from abroad.



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VACANCY: REPS (Formerly IRO), U.S. Department of State

  • 1.  VACANCY: REPS (Formerly IRO), U.S. Department of State

    Posted Feb 11, 2022 11:00 AM
    The U.S. Department of State is now accepting applications for the Regional Public Engagement Specialist (formerly Information Resource Officer)!

    Follow these steps to learn more and apply: 
    1. Visit American Spaces to learn more about the program;
    2. Review the position; 
    3. Take the quiz to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications; and then
    4. Apply on USAJOBS.

    The application closes on March 3, 2022. If you missed the February 4 information session and would like to hear a first-hand account from a librarian who is currently serving in this role, then you can visit the U.S. Department of State - Careers page to listen to a Regional Public Engagement Specialist talk about her experiences on Facebook.

    If you are interested in other opportunities within the federal government, FAFLIG has curated an ongoing list of select job announcements from the 1400  job family series at USAJOBS.gov that are open to members of the public. Current opportunities include the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Library of Congress, NARA, and the National Park Service. 


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    FAFLIG is a common forum for library staff working in U.S. federal agencies and the U.S. armed forces. It welcomes anyone interested in federal and military libraries. To stay abreast of all events and activities, connect with the group via ALA Connect, Facebook, and/or LinkedIn. 




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    Ebony McDonald, MSLS
    Chair of Communications Committee
    Federal and Armed Forces Libraries Interest Group (FAFLIG)
    Reference and User Services Association (RUSA)
    American Library Association (ALA)
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