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Library Systems & Services, LLC · 4 hours ago

HQ - Collections - Collection Development Librarian (Remote)

Rockville, MD

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$59K/yr - $59K/yr

3+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Perform all duties related to materials selection for assigned areas in all assigned libraries

Follow the profile for 20+ libraries for assigned collection areas for LS&S managed libraries and selected LibraryIQ libraries

Select materials, research collections, and grid lists to create orders for all assigned libraries on a set schedule

Maintain accurate financial records for materials expenditures and report required monthly statistics

Review orders prepared by library staff for a sub-set of the library budget to ensure accuracy before submitting to the vendor

Contribute communication pieces related to collection development to our internal Opal resource center.

Become proficient in using LibraryIQ analytics for all aspects of duties and work with library staff as they use this collection management tool

Attend all department meetings, webinars and collection development workshops and conferences as assigned

Keep current in aspects of Collection Development by attending appropriate in-person and online professional development opportunities and reading professional level communications

Know, understand and administer the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights, Freedom to Read Statement and Freedom to View Statement, recognizing that freedom of access is a fundamental tenet of a public library; in addition to these freedoms, support client discretion of materials available at your local library(ies).

Follow all legal and policy requirements related to patron privacy and custodianship of patron records.

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

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/MLISCollection DevelopmentSpanish Language ProficiencyLibraryIQEdelweissCollectionHQIntegrated Library Systems (ILS)Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft WordTime Management ToolsOrganization Tools

Required

MLS/MLIS required

3-5 years of relevant experience in public libraries required or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum 2-3 years of experience in selecting materials for physical public library collections.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work under tight deadlines while staying organized and responsive to internal and external customers

Proficient technical skills, including a familiarity with Windows, Microsoft (specifically Excel, Outlook, and Word), and knowledge of various technologies such as time-management and organization tools.

Versatility, flexibility and willingness to work within constantly changing priorities

Working knowledge of the principles and practices of good collection development and collection maintenance

Access to high-speed, reliable Internet

Must have the ability and willingness to develop relationships across all levels of the organization

Team collaboration, strong work ethic and excellent verbal & written communication skills

Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to communicate professionally and effectively in person, on the phone, via formal presentations, electronically or through other means to individuals or groups

Willingness to travel when required

Must be able to move from place to place within the location; lift, push/pull, hold/carry of items weighing up to (25) pounds and occasional up to (35) pounds such as files, books, stacks of paper, and other materials.

Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork

Preferred

Spanish language proficiency preferred.

Experience with collection development software such as LibraryIQ, Edelweiss, CollectionHQ, or similar preferred; experience or knowledge of integrated library systems (ILS) software (working knowledge of Polaris and Polaris Acquisitions a plus)