Technical Services Librarian, Librarian I - North Haven Memorial Library
Primary Responsibilities:
Develops, coordinates, and administers the operations of the Technical
Services Department, including but not limited to: • Catalogs and
classifies all library materials using contemporary bibliographic
maintenance standards and practices, with an extreme attention to
detail. • Performs original cataloging as required. • Possesses a
functional knowledge of RDA, Library of Congress Subject Headings;
Machine Readable Cataloging Records (MARC); Dewey Decimal Classification
system; Online Computer Library Center (OCLC). • Evaluates and
prioritizes department needs. Recommends, develops, and implements
policies and procedures to improve operations. • Maintains and updates
the Technical Services Department Manual. • Receives, processes, and
maintains orderly files for all shipments and invoices from
publishers/vendors. • Compiles statistics and creates reports as needed.
Strong working knowledge of Excel required. • Trains and oversees
workload of all Technical Services Department staff and volunteers. •
Inventories and reports the Technical Service Department’s supply needs.
• Represents the library in bibliographic committee meetings and
activities.
Additional Responsibilities: Works at all
public service desks with a commitment to excellence in customer
service. Performs reference services; assists patron with requests for
information and selection of materials; teaches patrons how to use the
library and the technical equipment; answers phones. Responsible for
library opening/closing and related duties. May assist with programming
and outreach. Accepts additional duties as assigned and is qualified to
work in any department within the library organization.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with
superiors, subordinates, and peers. Must be a team player. Effective
written and verbal communication skills, including a willingness to ask
questions, are required. Keeps abreast of current and emerging library
standards, processes, trends, and must be technologically proficient.
Minimum Qualifications: Master's
Degree in Library Science (MLS) or equivalent from an ALA accredited
college or university plus 1 -2 years cataloging experience. Knowledge
of Sierra ILS and LION Consortium cataloging standards a plus. The
successful candidate is expected to work some evenings and Saturdays in
rotation. This is a 35hr/week position and part of a collective
bargaining unit. While performing the duties of this job, the employee
must stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, and reach with hands and
arms. Employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and
occasionally lift and/or move 25 pounds.
Salary: $51,979.20
Send completed employment application, cover letter, and resume to:
Town of North Haven Finance Office, Memorial Town Hall, 18 Church
Street, North Haven, CT 06473. North Haven Employment Application
Process: See link.
