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1. [TLA] Librarian 1 Technical Services Part-Time Position Available at The
Brentwood Library


From: Earl, Susan <[log in to unmask]>
Date: Mon, Jan 7, 2013 at 5:30 PM
Subject: Librarian 1 Technical Services Part-Time Position Available at The
Brentwood Library
To: [log in to unmask]

*Dear Colleagues,*

*Below is a job posting for a part-time Librarian 1 position in Technical
Services.  Resume and cover letter should be sent via email to
[log in to unmask] as attachments.  Deadline for submissions is January
22, 2013.  Even if you are not interested, please share with others. *

* **Thank you!*

* **Susan R. Earl*, M.L.I.S. *I* Director *I* Brentwood Library *I **A
Center for Fine Arts* *I *8109 Concord Rd *I *Brentwood, TN 37027 *I*
1.615.371.0090
ext 8010 *I* www.brentwood-tn.org/library





*Title: Librarian I – Technical Services*

* *

*Salary:  $17.78 hourly rate*



*Job Description:*  Professional position in the Technical Services
Department of the Brentwood Public Library responsible for cataloging
library materials and assisting in ensuring the accuracy of the Library’s
access catalog and assists or leads technical and other special projects,
as assigned

* *

*Essential Duties and Responsibilities:*



Catalogs print and non-print materials using OCLC Connexion Browser,
Polaris, and the Dewey decimal classification system, including original
cataloging



Maintains knowledge of current trends in professional cataloging rules and
standards including appropriate treatments for series or multipart items



Provides assistance to other catalogers in resolving difficult questions
and cataloging problems



Searches OCLC for MARC records, locates and matches records to items
needing cataloging, and edits records to conform to locally established
standards



Researches new techniques and technologies for cataloging, shares findings
with colleagues, and makes recommendations for implementation in department
processes as appropriate



Participates in processing materials as needed



Performs basic computer maintenance tasks; performs data entry functions
for on-line catalog maintenance. Works with IT staff regarding ILS
maintenance and function



Serves on various library committees and provides recommendations for the
improvement and streamlining of library services



Attends professional development classes, conferences, meetings and
trainings



Assists or leads technical and other special projects, as assigned



Knowledge, Skills and Abilities



Knowledge of the Brentwood Library’s collection and patron population



Working knowledge of public library practices and procedures



Knowledge of the purpose of cataloging and familiarity with MARC records
and the Dewey Decimal Classification system, authority and subject heading
systems, and the use of bibliographic utilities.



Knowledge of cataloging standards, database management, and use of
technology in a technical services library environment



Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs



Ability to understand the change process and how it will impact daily
activities



Ability to change strategies/behaviors in response to changing priorities
and conditions



Ability to maintain a conductive atmosphere for job productivity and
satisfaction where team goals are aligned to meet library objectives



Ability to effectively direct and follow-up the work of others



Must demonstrate strong organizational, planning, and promotional skills



Must possess the ability to interact effectively with colleagues, and other
diverse groups and individuals in a friendly manner



*Minimum Training and Experience Required to Perform Essential Job
Functions:*



Master's Degree in Library Science ALA accredited required, with course
work in cataloging and classification in the Dewey and Library of Congress
systems, and with library/technical services experience (or related) to
preferably include supervisory knowledge, skills, and abilities for this
job.  Demonstrates ability to handle diverse tasks and can work a flexible
schedule including evenings and weekends



*Contact:*  Susan Earl  at [log in to unmask]



*Deadline:*  January 22, 2013





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