Collection Development Manager - Library Manager

Portage County District Library•Nelson Township, OH

4d•Onsite

About The Position

To assist patrons by providing a unique collection of books, periodicals and audio-visual media for all age groups served by the Portage County District Library System.

Requirements

Masters of Library Science Degree or within six months of obtaining the degree and applicable experience.
Ability to work varied hours as needed which may include evenings and weekends.
Ability to bend, stoop, reach, climb, and stand.
Ability to lift boxes and crates weighing 40 pounds.
Ability to push or pull book trucks weighing 70 pounds.
Ability to lift and shelve materials and move materials from one location to another.
Knowledge of library goals and objectives.
Knowledge of operation of automated library equipment.
Knowledge of computer operations and functions including data processing techniques.
Knowledge of basic statistics.
Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions (e.g. research procedure, policy development and interpretation).
Ability to plan, schedule and organize work.
Ability to prepare meaningful, concise and accurate reports.
Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.
Ability to establish cooperative work environment at both branch and interdepartmental levels.
Ability to develop good rapport with library patrons as well as vendors and other outside contacts.
Thorough knowledge of collection development in all formats, including audio-visual, in the public library environment.
Proficient computer skills with the ability to integrate technology into operations.
Knowledge of patron interest levels.
Knowledge of current and classic children, young adult and adult materials.
Knowledge of publishers and vendors and their practices.
Skill in the material selection and ordering process.

Responsibilities

Coordinates and implements system-wide collection development activities in all formats.
Assists the Library Director in developing the collection budget for library materials.
Maintains thorough knowledge of available materials, material formats, and patron preferences.
Performs library material acquisitions duties and resolves problems with orders.
Manages multiple materials funds.
Designs and implements standards and methods for selection, review, and replacement of library materials.
Assists with the design, implementation, and interpretation of existing collection development policies and procedures.
Conducts ongoing statistical analysis of branch collections and collection needs.
Assists in maintenance of online catalog lists.
Prepares circulation and financial reports as requested.
Collects and maintains library statistics as instructed.
Attends meetings and in-service training as requested.
Serves on committees as requested.
Performs additional duties as assigned.
Works jointly with branch and administration managers in achieving objectives of Portage County District Library’s Strategic Plan.
Works with Portage Library Consortium partners on shared resources.