Darien Library seeks a meticulous and collaborative Cataloging and Acquisitions Coordinator to join the Materials Management Department. The ideal candidate is committed to excellence in maintaining accuracy in the Library catalog and physical collections, enjoys detailed, hands-on work, and is able to prioritize overall Library objectives with their own daily projects. They should have the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, friendly environment, and embrace Darien Library’s “Kindness First” motto in both internal and external service.
Reporting to the Head of Materials Management, the Cataloging and Acquisitions Coordinator works with a small team to manage the ordering, cataloging, and receiving of approximately 20,000 physical items each year. This essential work ensures that all departments—and the public—can effectively access and locate materials through the catalog.
Salary: $58,000 annually for a 37.5-hour workweek, with final compensation commensurate with experience. Benefits package includes generous vacation, sick, and personal leave, excellent health insurance, and participation in the Town pension plan. Significant opportunities for professional development are available.
Please see the full job posting for additional details. The position will remain open until filled.
Equal Employment Opportunity. The Darien Library observes and promotes a policy of equal employment opportunity for all. This means that the Darien Library recruits, hires, trains, and promotes all persons without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, marital status, political belief, physical disability, or any other improper or illegal criteria. All employment decisions are based on legitimate employment-related criteria such as skills, abilities, attitude, and contribution to the Darien Library so as to further the principle of equal employment opportunity.
