Head Libraraian

Denver Botanic Gardens

Denver, York Street

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Wages

$42,000.00 per Year   Calculate

Location

Denver, CO

Hours

Not Specified

MLS

Preferred

Minimum Education

Master's Degree

Library Experience

Required

Supervisory Experience

Required

Type of Library

Other

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Job Description

Job Summary: Provides vision and leadership for the Helen Fowler Library by acting on own initiative and direction to manage all library aspects to ensure the advancement of the Library and Denver Botanic Gardens. This includes community relations, audience development, staff supervision; materials acquisition; resource management; technical services; reference services and circulation, including interlibrary loan (ILL); and rare book/special collections care. Education/Experience: Master's degree in library science (MLS/MLIS), preferably from an ALA-accredited program; minimum of two years supervisory experience and four years related experience and/or training. Must have experience with all aspects of library services including staff supervision, budget and project management, on-line library tools, reference, acquisitions, patron services, and staff/volunteer training. Must possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, and knowledge of advancements in library technology, including best practices for digitization and other electronic modes of sharing holdings and information. Knowledge of horticultural and/or botanical subjects preferred; acquaintance with CBHL a plus. Familiarity with book publishing desired. Working knowledge of IBM compatible computers and Microsoft Office software.

HR Info

Send resume and/or application to Human Resources, Denver Botanic Gardens, 909 York St., Denver, CO 80206, or e-mail your resume to hr@botanicgardens.org. We are a nonprofit, EOE.

Posted May 18, 2009