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Assistant Librarian – Collection Management
Salary: $36,377.00-$40,014.00
Closing Date: 6/10/2018
Do you want to help create a vibrant future for a County-wide library system?
Roanoke County Public Library is seeking a dynamic, innovative, and team-
oriented Collections Librarian, who will play an important role serving the
library staff and public. As an added bonus, you get to live and work nestled
in the mountains, minutes away from the Blue Ridge Parkway and Jefferson
National Forest. If you want to join an energetic team, while living and
working at the intersection of tradition and innovation, we want to hear from
you! Early career librarians are encouraged to apply.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:
Performs responsible professional work requiring the performance of
specialized tasks in the materials management unit of the Library System.
Contributes to the review, selection, evaluation of performance, and de-
selection of library materials. Works under the general supervision of the
Materials Management Administrative Services Librarian. Plans and delivers
reports to library administration, and guidance to Branch and Divisional
Librarians. Must have excellent customer service and interpersonal skills with
the demonstrated ability to interact patiently, respectfully and with tact and
courtesy with all internal and external customers. Must be able to positively
and appropriately represent the County and Library with the public.
Performs other duties, as assigned.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
•Maintains a current working knowledge of library holdings, including all
current formats such as print, audio, digital, etc.
•Uses appropriate review sources for the collection including blogs,
listservs, web sites, professional publications, etc.
•Utilizes analytic software to evaluate and manage collection
•Selects, maintains, and updates the collection, in collaboration with Library
staff, and best practices in collection management, and in accordance with
County and Library goals and policies
•Performs ongoing duties as required, including periodical and continuation
renewals, and database evaluation and renewals
•Participates on committees as assigned and leads specialty committees
•Develops and maintains current documentation, trends, and analysis, including
policies, procedures, and processes for collection
•Collaborates with supervisor and department budget development process to
develop and submit budget projections for collection each fiscal year
•Assists with or handles special projects as assigned including opening day
and deposit collections
•Participates in the reconsiderations process in accordance with current
Library practices and policies
•Works with vendors
•Makes recommendations to ensure Library's collections are relevant to
customers' needs and expectations as well as the Library's current service
plan
•Liaises with public services staff
•Prepares and presents reports for the public and Library staff
REQUIREMENTS/PREFERENCES:
Education
Required: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and
Master's degree in
Library Science from an American Library Association-accredited program.
Experience
Required: Experience in professional library work or comparable public,
retail, or collection management experience. Recent substantive training or
accredited coursework in relevant areas may be an acceptable substitute for
professional library experience, particularly when combined with other
responsible and related experience.
Certifications/ Licenses
Must be eligible for certification as a professional librarian by the State of
Virginia.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
•Thorough knowledge of the methods of reviewing, selecting, and evaluating
Library materials
•Technical expertise utilizing and maintaining ILS databases and products
•Ability to maintain accurate records and develop reports
•Extensive knowledge of publishers’ schedules, how to follow current authors,
and discover new talent
•Ability to maintain good relations with Library patrons and community members
•Ability to provide excellent customer and readers’ advisory
services•Knowledge of professional reference standards and
techniques•Proficient in modern technology•Ability to communicate effectively
orally and in writing•Ability to participate in a team environment and work
effectively with others
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Subject to a complete criminal history and Child Protective Services
background search with acceptable results. Must also be able to perform the
job as described in the Physical and Environmental Demands section of this job
description.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
May provide supervision and direction to full- and part-time staffTrains and
supervises volunteers
To apply:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/roanokeva?keywords=collections
Mr. Adrian L. Whicker, MA, MLIS
Administrative Librarian- Materials Management Administrator
Roanoke County Public Library System
540-777-8776
Virginia Library Association Second Vice President
Received on Fri May 18 2018 - 08:56:33 EDT