Collection Development Librarian
Collection Development Librarian
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Position Overview
JOB SUMMARY
The Collection Development Librarian is responsible for collection development maintenance and evaluation and exercises professional judgement to identify select and purchase all adult and youth materials for Vail Public addition the Librarian administers the budget for overall development and maintenance of the Librarys Collection. As a member of the administrative team the Librarian is responsible for decision-making with regards to new databases & technologies strategic planning and periodic review of programs services & policies being considered for evaluation & improvement.
THE DETAILS OF THE JOB
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Analyzes community and library data to build a solid collection of current adult young adult and childrens materials using a variety of sources including journals media publishers and distributors.
Supervises two staff members including a part-time library tech - cataloging and full-time library tech processing and circulation.
Exercises professional judgement to anticipate demand address customer and staff requests and actively assesses the collection for effectiveness and diversity. Tracks outcomes of collection-based strategic initiatives.
Promotes collection internally and externally in collaboration with library staff using social media readers advisory book lists displays and other resources as available.
Participates in the development of the annual budget for the library collection and manages annual spending on materials.
Stays current with library trends and utilizes collection development tools including weeding statistical reports WorldCat and other internal and external resources available.
Participates on the librarys Administrative Team which provides strategic direction for the library.
Coordinates the replacement of lost/damaged print materials for all library collections.
Supports staff that provide collection management and circulation service including but not limited to items that are Missing Claims Returned Lost & Paid On Hold shelf and In Transit.
Undertake collection development projects including shifting weeding shelf reading and organizing to ensure the librarys collection is easily accessible and tidy.
PUBLIC SERVICE
Works some designated hours on the Service Desk and fills in for other staff members. Handles a variety of tasks at the Service Desk including but not limited to readers advisory reference assistance providing Vail visitors with local tourist information processing library card applications check-ins check-outs renewals processing incoming courier items processing incoming mail and magazines/newspapers pulling hold requests and preparing them for transit to other libraries and processing overdue notices.
May participate in weekly rotation of picking up items from the Safeway book drop
Assists the public with online databases internet searching and digital collections including eBooks
Attends and participates in staff meeting discussions
Participates in collection maintenance tasks including shelving shelf reading and weeding
Completes special projects and tasks when requested
Provides exceptional customer service to all library patrons and visitors and abides by all Town of Vail core values
Performs the job in accordance with all Town of Vail safety practices
Other duties as assigned
Skills / Requirements
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of Reference & Circulation-related functions.
- Working knowledge of computer applications for library services.
- Ability to work effectively & communicate with library staff as well as patrons in a pleasant courteous manner.
- Knowledge of current trends and emerging technologies in Public Service in a library setting.
- Ability to work well with patrons of all ages both individually and in groups.
- Knowledge of standard library procedures current info technology database search capabilities library procedures and policies.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
A Masters Degree in Library and Information Science preferred from an ALA accredited school and 3-5 years of increasingly responsible library work preferably in adult programming and reference services.
Culture / Lifestyle / Benefits
The Town of Vail is a values-based culture that is nurtured by our employees strong desire to foster teamwork take ownership in Vails future and an overall pride for serving their community. To find out more about our community please visit our website and click on Vail Information.
The Town of Vail offers a competitive benefits and compensation package including medical dental vision employer paid life and disability retirement plans generous vacation benefits tuition reimbursement professional development opportunities and lifestyle benefits that range tennis pass golf pass and other ski pass/wellness benefits.
If youre ready to make an impact and be part of a dynamic team apply today for immediate consideration.
Employment Type
Full-Time
