Technical Services Librarian

Sedona Public Library

 

General Statement

Under the general direction of the Library Director, this employee performs responsible professional and supervisory work in planning, implementing and managing all aspects of processing materials into the Library’s collection, as well as maintenance of the holdings database.  This position holds the classification of Librarian 3.  The work requires the exercise of considerable professional skill, initiative and independent judgment.  Work includes public service, collection maintenance and supervision and training of staff and volunteers.

 

Major Duties

·        Place orders for library materials electronically

·        Ensure the proper processing of new items as they arrive in the Library

·        Guides the donation team with decisions pertaining to donated items, including when to keep and/or replace items with donated materials, training of new searchers as necessary, etc.

·        Catalogs or ensures the proper cataloging of all materials being added to the collection

·        Resolves software cataloging problems with the automated system

·        Supervises database projects to improve access to the catalog

·        Oversees scheduling of that department

·        Maintains the flow of materials through the department

·        Answers technical questions on format, proper Dewey numbers and subject headings

·        Fixes improperly cataloged items

·        Supervises all aspects of spine label and book preparation, book covering, withdrawing books, mending and inventory

 

Minor Duties

• Works with the public as needed
• Assists in monitoring the behavior and conduct of library users
• Participates in collection maintenance and collection development
• Other reasonable duties as required

 

Abilities, Skills and Knowledge

• Familiarity with Anglo-American Cataloging Rules and Dewey Decimal Classification system
• Working knowledge of MARC cataloging procedures
• Working knowledge of library automation systems
• Experience working with computers and problem solving within that realm
• Prior experience in Technical Services department with exposure to all facets, including new book order processing, donations processing, cataloging, spine labels, covering, mending and database maintenance
• Prior supervisory and managerial experience
• Ability to organize, schedule and manage several projects and procedures at once
• Ability to train and work effectively with staff and volunteers

 

Experience and Training

A Master’s degree in Library Science and previous library experience and/or any combination of training, education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position

 

Professional Responsibilities

Attends professional meetings, maintains memberships in professional library associations and participates in their activities.  Keeps informed of current trends and developments affecting libraries

 

All inquiries can be directed to my email or postal address listed below.  Please also refer to the Sedona Public Library website at www.sedonalibrary.org. 


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David W. Keeber, MLS
Library Director
Sedona Public Library
3250 White Bear Road
Sedona, AZ 86336
928-282-7714
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