Technical Services Librarian - North Haven Memorial Library. REPOSTED. The North Haven Memorial Library is seeking to hire a Technical Services Librarian to join our team.
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
North Haven Employment Application Process: www.northhaven-ct.gov/government/employment_opportunities.php
