Director of Library Resources

Grand County Library District

Grand County Library District Central Services Office, Granby, CO

Application Deadline

Open Until Filled

Wages

$24.40 to $35.38 per Hour   Calculate

Location

Granby, CO

Hours

38.00

MLS

Preferred

Minimum Education

Bachelor's Degree

Library Experience

Not Specified

Supervisory Experience

Preferred

Type of Library

Public

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.

Job Description

Summary: Creates and manages cost-effective and efficient systems for library resources through a balance of delegation and personal action.

Library Resources

  • Aligns library resources and budget with the strategic plan
  • Ensures a balanced, quality and relevant collection of library resources
  • Ensures a centralized system for collection development
  • Manages an efficient system for the distribution of library materials
  • Structures the integrated library system (ILS) interface to meet the needs of the District
  • Ensures the quality of all ILS and OPAC records
  • Serves as the District liaison to the consortium for all modules of the ILS, OPAC and other catalogs
  • Manages communications and contracts with library vendors
  • Provides excellent internal customer service
  • Manages District interlibrary loan services and Colorado Library Courier
  • Assists in marketing areas of the collection
  • Oversees and consults on weeding and inventory of the collection

Management

  • Manages the performance of the Library Resources staff
  • Sets goals and objectives, devises implementation strategies and monitors progress 
  • Supports District social media accounts in conjunction with Public Services Dept.

Budgeting & Purchasing

  • Develops and manages the allocation of the library resources budget
  • Pursues grants and other funding to enhance the District’s collections

Research, Learning, & Training

  • Researches and implements innovative library trends
  • Coordinates library resources training for staff and public
  • Maintains a current knowledge of literature, authors and trends using a variety of resources

Statistics & Reporting

  • Monitors performance metrics and usage statistics for library services
  • Prepares and interprets statistics to aid decision making for the management team
  • Participates in board, District and branch meetings

The Community

Grand County has natural beauty, adventure, and authentic Colorado heritage. Each of the five branches in the towns of Fraser, Grand Lake, Granby, Hot Sulphur Springs and Kremmling reflect the distinct character of the communities they serve. Grand County is home to Colorado’s largest natural lake, Grand Lake, world-class ski areas and unparalleled opportunities for hiking, biking, skiing and fishing. Only 67 miles from Denver, Grand County has a population of 14,500. The Library District proudly serves full time year-round residents, second home owners and the many visitors to the mountains.

HR Info

For more information call Stephanie Ralph at 970 887 9411 ext 101 or email salph@gcld.org

For details on the application process, please go to http://gcld.org/employment

 

Posted Jul 3, 2018