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Job Description

Under minimal supervision, manages the daily operations of the Periodicals Department and supervises student workers. RESPONSIBILITIES (• denotes essential/primary responsibilities, o denotes secondary responsibilities) • Assist faculty, students, staff, and the community in access and use of periodicals in all formats. • Diagnose problems with and maintain microform reader/printers; call service person when needed. • Supervise work/study-eligible student workers. • Coordinate check-in, shelving, temporary binding and maintenance for current and bound periodicals and microforms. • Serve as primary liaison with subscription agents and periodical vendors/publishers. • Prepare and processes orders, claims, and cancellations with subscription agents. • Use library systems to generate claims for late issues and submit them to vendors electronically. • Catalog, update, and correct serial records and holdings in the integrated library system, maintaining accuracy and incorporating local cataloging standards. • Manage relocation projects for periodicals collections. • Handle print periodical withdrawal projects in consultation with the Cataloging Department and the Collections Librarian. • Prepare and process periodicals, monographs, government documents, and other materials for commercial binding. • Assist Electronic Resources and Serials Librarian with projects related to electronic resources. • Prepare annual statistical reports on periodicals and other reports as needed. • Participate in continuing education through workshops and other training. • Participate in the life of the college through library and campus committees as appropriate. • Ingest materials into the Digital Archives as requested by the Digital Archives Librarian. • Add and edit metadata; update records, applying standards and best practices used in the description and maintenance of the digital repository platform. • Assist the Government Documents Librarian with special cataloging projects. o Support and contribute to the goal of achieving greater diversity at Colorado College and work effectively with the many constituencies in a college environment. o Promote a culture of safety and environmental protection by working in a safe manner; immediately reporting unsafe situations and accidents; following college procedures; and participating in appropriate safety training. o Act in a socially responsible manner and model environmental sustainability by exercising financial prudence, using college resources wisely, and supporting ecological initiatives and innovation. o Perform other duties as assigned or requested. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS Two years college/Associate’s degree plus a minimum of two years related experience, to include experience working in a networked computer environment and knowledge of print and digital file management; proficient with computer software programs including Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Access, Outlook) and Web browsers; knowledge of information systems, specialized library software including library management systems, and expertise in management of bibliographic records; knowledge of OCLC, MARC and other electronic coding systems; required; well-organized; attention to detail and ability to work with bibliographic records for extended periods of time; ability to balance multiple priorities and work in a collegial team environment; excellent interpersonal communication skills. Physical requirements include finger and wrist dexterity and hand/eye coordination to perform keyboard functions; considerable sitting, frequent stooping, bending and standing, moderate physical effort (lifting up to 40 pounds); ability to push loaded book truck. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor’s degree; familiarity with Innovative Interfaces Internet periodicals management software.

Additional Info & Requirements

Preferred experience with Innovative Interfaces Internet periodicals management software.

The Community

Colorado College ranks No. 28 on the list of the best national liberal arts (US News and World Report 2012) offers a competitive compensation program. We also offer an extremely comprehensive benefits program to meet the diverse needs of our workforce. Along with exceptional benefits such as medical, dental, life insurance, long term disability insurance, tuition remission, generous 403(b) employer contribution, employee assistance program, and liberal paid time off policies, faculty and staff can also enjoy CCs’ performing arts, library, bookstore, dining facilities, campus recreation and sporting events. At Colorado College we celebrate diversity, proactively welcoming women and minority groups to become part of a place that fosters success for all its constituents, students, faculty, and staff, and where work/life balance and campus culture are integral to our way of life. For information about our generous employee benefits package, visit: http://www.coloradocollege.edu/offices/humanresources/benefits/

HR Info

Please apply online @coloradocollege.edu