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Mentor Library Jobs in Kansas (NOW HIRING)

Controls Engineer II

Phillipsburg, KS · On-site

$79K - $102K/yr

... library elements using object-oriented programming methods. * Act as the technical representative for TAMKO corporate on industrial control systems including advising, mentoring, and training ...

Mentor and provide technical guidance to IC 1/IC 2 Governance Analysts on classification, metadata ... Bachelor's degree in Information Management, Data Science, Library & Information Science, Computer ...

Build and maintain a shared component library that scales consistently across our client base ... Mentor junior and mid-level engineers through pairing, feedback, and code review * Identify and ...

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Mentor Library information

What is a mentor library?

Mentor Library professionals are individuals who provide guidance, support, and resources to library staff, students, or community members seeking to develop their skills or knowledge related to library services. They often share their expertise in areas such as information literacy, cataloging, research assistance, and technology use within library settings. Their role is to foster professional growth, encourage best practices, and help mentees navigate challenges in the library field. Mentor Library professionals may work in public, academic, or specialized libraries and often participate in formal or informal mentoring programs.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a mentor library?

To thrive as a Library Mentor, you generally need a strong background in library science, information management, and experience with research methods, often supported by a degree in library or information studies. Familiarity with integrated library systems (ILS), digital cataloging tools, and reference management software is typically required. Excellent interpersonal communication, patience, and teaching skills help you effectively guide and support library users. These abilities are crucial for fostering information literacy, ensuring efficient resource use, and creating a supportive learning environment.

How does a mentor library typically collaborate with students and faculty to support learning objectives?

A Mentor Librarian works closely with both students and faculty to facilitate access to information and develop research skills. They often partner with teachers to design lessons that integrate library resources and digital literacy, attend curriculum planning meetings, and provide tailored instruction to support specific classroom projects. Additionally, Mentor Librarians guide students one-on-one or in small groups, helping them navigate research databases, evaluate sources, and cite materials correctly. This collaborative approach ensures that the library remains a dynamic learning hub aligned with academic goals.

What is the difference between Mentor Library vs Tutor?

AspectMentor LibraryTutor
CredentialsOften no formal credentials required; expertise based on experienceTypically requires teaching credentials or subject-specific certifications
Work EnvironmentOnline platforms, community centers, or librariesOne-on-one or group sessions, often in educational settings or online
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by educational organizations, community programs, and online platformsEmployed by schools, tutoring centers, or private clients

While both Mentor Library and Tutor roles involve educational support, Mentor Library focuses on providing guidance and resources without formal teaching credentials, often in community or online settings. Tutors typically deliver structured lessons with specific subject expertise and credentials. Understanding these differences helps learners find the right support for their needs.

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Senior QA Engineer- Onsite Overland Park, KS

McBee Associates

Overland Park, KS • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 4 days ago


Job description

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate and perform manual functional, regression, and integrated testing against new or modified software programs and procedures used to verify that programs function according to requirements and conform to establishment guidelines

  • Write, revise, and verify test plans and test procedures for program defect identification, environment needs, and product feature evaluations.

  • Evaluate, generate, execute, and maintain full active test library, with limited redundancy, with test scenarios to ensure requirements coverage and regression coverage with positive and negative testing in accordance with set processes and procedures and methodology.

  • Participate in product design reviews to provide input on functional requirements, product designs, usability, or testing implications.

  • Identify, report, and track product defects as well as address need for additional product functionality in a clear and concise form.

  • Prepare and/or Review End User and Technical Documentation generated for accuracy, completeness, and overall quality.

  • Provide estimation of tasks, and on-time delivery against stated schedules.

  • Distribute, communicate and manage QA projects with minimal intervention while ensuring a seamless delivery.

  • Establish, track to, and consistently report QA metric driven goals to leadership; conduct internal audits to ensure adherence to established QA processes and standards.

  • Ensure alignment and maintenance of test automation script library for manual tests; provide update to automation team.

  • Act as a coach and mentor for others.

  • This position may require availability outside of standard business hours as part of a rotational on-call schedule

Qualifications

Required

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience

  • At least 3 years of experience writing manual test cases, test plans, and test execution

  • Able to comprehend, perform project planning and execution, and mentor others while delivering on large, complex QA initiatives with minimal assistance and review.

  • Strong understanding of technology, software quality assurance standards and practices with a natural inquisitiveness.

  • Strong written and verbal communication with active listening skills and the ability to interact with a wide variety of technical and non-technical personnel via matrix navigation.

  • Ability to logically identify issues using a level of abstraction and troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills and prediction where necessary in identifying defects, test coverage, and gaps in requirements.

  • Ability to read and interpret business requirements and read, write and identify test specifications, test plans, and test scenarios.

  • Ability to balance individual and team effort in collaborative processes while meeting set deadlines.

  • Strong written and detail-oriented skills to effectively produce quality test cases and related test and release documentation with a high level of coverage.

Preferred

  • Experience with structured delivery processes

  • Experience with full lifecycle development and using Agile methods

  • Experience in working with web-based, pc-based, and mobile applications built with Java, Delphi, .Net, Objective C platforms on Windows, Linux, iOS environments utilizing varying databases for data storage and retrieval.

  • Knowledge of where test automation applies, its usage, and maintenance needs.

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Netsmart desires to provide a healthy and safe workplace and, as a government contractor, Netsmart is committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace in accordance with applicable federal law. Pursuant to Netsmart policy, all post-offer candidates are required to successfully complete a pre-employment background check, including a drug screen, which is provided at Netsmart's sole expense. In the event a candidate tests positive for a controlled substance, Netsmart will rescind the offer of employment unless the individual can provide proof of valid prescription to Netsmart's third party screening provider.

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