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