Job Description
GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Coordinates technical services for the Pioneerland Library System and all member libraries, including acquisitions, cataloging, processing, interlibrary loan, delivery, and electronic resources. Pioneerland Library system is a consolidated regional library system with 31 member libraries located in nine counties in west central Minnesota.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Management of technical operations including supervising acquisitions, cataloging, processing, reference, delivery services, and electronic resources.
- Provide information, training, and technical assistance to library staff.
- Assists in the development of new policies, procedures, and training as they pertain to technical services.
- Directs and supervises central services staff including determining work schedules/assignments, selecting/orienting new employees, evaluating job performance and coordinating training programs.
- Assists library administration with contracts for technical services, and works with outside vendors for provision of technical services and electronic resources.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, practices, fundamentals and approaches to cataloging, library acquisition, delivery, interlibrary loan operations, and electronic resources for libraries. Must possess experience/knowledge of RDA.
- Skilled in planning, delegating, scheduling, and overseeing functional responsibilities within the library system.
- Demonstrated organizational and supervisory skills, including (but not limited to) team building, project guidance, and communication.
- Ability to communicate effectively and be able to adapt communication style to the audience.
- Ability to manage and balance changing priorities and to easily shift between tasks.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Requires a minimum of a Masters Degree in Library Science and a minimum of one year library administrative experience; or a combination of education, training and experience necessary to perform the requirements of the work.
Three or more years directly related work experience is preferred.
Work environment is in an office setting with occasional travel between libraries.
Position Open Until Filled
HOURS: 40 hours per week.
Appointment range: $45,614 - $54,890 annually DOE. Competitive benefit package includes Minnesota Retirement (PERA).
TO APPLY: Send resume, letter of interest, and employment application to: Laurie Ortega, Director of Library Operations, Pioneerland Library System, PO Box 327, Willmar, MN, 56201 or email to: laurie.ortega@pioneerland.lib.mn.us
For more information about Pioneerland Library System, and to access a complete job description and Employment Application, please go to our website: http://www.pioneerland.lib.mn.us
Notice: Appointments for all PLS positions require the approval of the Pioneerland Library Board and successful completion of background check.
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