Head of Acquisitions and Collection Development
Jefferson County Public Library
Collections Unit, Wheat Ridge, Colorado
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Job Description
• Provides overall supervision and direction of the Acquisitions and Collection Development units • Manages the ordering, receiving and processing of library materials • Participates in the overall management of the collection including participating in the long-range plans for the direction of the collection • Develops and maintains ongoing effective relationships with vendors • Administers the materials budget including maintaining sound accounting practices • Administers or makes recommendations on personnel matters affecting subordinates, including interviewing and hiring staff; assigning, scheduling, appraising, disciplining, etc. • Designs, develops and conducts training for staff on collection development and maintenance techniques and procedures • Participates in the development and direction of Jefferson County Public Library through service on the Collections Leadership Team, task forces and committeesAdditional Info & Requirements
Considerable experience and knowledge of collection development practices and direct supervision of staff.The Community
Jefferson County Public Library (Colorado), an innovative, technologically advanced library with a highly acclaimed catalog and collection is seeking a Head of Acquisitions and Collection Development. Located between the city of Denver and the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, the Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) serves a population of 528,000 with a collection of 1.3 million items. The library’s current materials budget is 3.8 million.HR Info
A current resume and complete Jefferson County application must be completed along with a list of 3 professional references. Applications are available online at http://jefferson.lib.co.us/jobs/.
Posted Aug 29, 2009
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