Collection Management Associate

LIVE OAK PUBLIC LIBRARIES • Savannah, GA

1d • $19 - $22 • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Assistant Director of Technical Services, this position performs acquisitions functions in the integrated library system (ILS); performs copy cataloging of new materials; performs maintenance for accuracy of bibliographic and inventory control records on ILS.

Requirements

• Requires a bachelor’s degree in library and information science or related field; three (3) years of experience working in a library; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability required.
• Working knowledge of MARC record format; Dewey Decimal Classification, and Library of Congress Subject Headings.
• Working knowledge of PINES or similar integrated library system.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office.
• Have general knowledge of library procedures, materials and practices.
• Aptitude to work independently with significant attention to detail and strong time management.
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and effective communication skills.
• Ability to perform a wide variety of duties and responsibilities with accuracy and speed under the pressure of time-sensitive deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the Technical Services/Collection Management department is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform copy cataloging of new materials, following established bibliographic and local standards searches bibliographic utility database; identifies best records for local use, edits and transfers records to local database.
• Perform maintenance for accuracy of bibliographic and inventory control records on ILS. Identifies and/or corrects errors or takes other appropriate action to resolve problems according to established procedures.
• Assists with selection of library materials in accordance with the established Collection Development Policy.
• Create new bibliographic records in databases, following established standards.
• Assign location codes and call numbers according to established bibliographic and local standards.
• Perform new processing of books and other materials as necessary.
• Create and monitor orders; submit purchase orders to vendors.
• May assist with processing ILL transactions.
• Responds to Helpdesk, email and telephone inquiries.
• Attend training and meetings as requested by Management.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees