Head Librarian - Odense, Denmark

BlueHorizon; Odense; On-site; DKK 105,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

BlueHorizon seeks a Head Librarian to oversee daily library operations in Odense, Denmark. You will manage librarians and support staff, develop the collection, and ensure excellent customer service for patrons.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in Library Science (Master's preferred) with at least 5 years in a library setting and supervisory experience. Visa for Denmark required. Salary is disclosed below and will reflect qualifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Library Science or related field required
• Masters degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years experience in a library setting with supervisory or management experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of library systems and cataloging standards
• Excellent communication skills with diverse patrons and colleagues
• Ability to work independently as well as in a team
• Proficiency in technology used in libraries including ILS
• Must have own visa for work authorization in Denmark

Responsibilities

• Oversee a team of librarians and support staff including hiring, training, scheduling, and performance evaluations
• Develop and maintain the library's collection by selecting materials, cataloging, and weed­ing outdated or damaged materials
• Provide reference services to patrons by assisting with research inquiries and recommending resources
• Plan and implement programs and events to promote literacy and community engagement
• Oversee maintenance of the library space including shelving, seating areas, and computer stations
• Collaborate with other departments to coordinate services and resources
• Stay up-to-date with current trends in library science and technology to continually improve services

Skills

Team leadership

Customer service

Communication

ILS knowledge

Cataloging standards

Education

Bachelor's degree in Library Science

Masters degree preferred

Tools

Integrated Library Systems (ILS)

Job description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Head Librarian to oversee the daily operations of our library in Odense Denmark As the head of our library you will be responsible for managing a team of librarians and support staff developing and maintaining the librarys collection and providing excellent customer service to our patrons

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of librarians and support staff including hiring training scheduling and performance evaluations
• Develop and maintain the librarys collection by selecting materials cataloging items and weeding outdated or damaged materials
• Provide reference services to patrons by assisting with research inquiries and recommending resources
• Plan and implement programs and events to promote literacy and engage the community
• Oversee the maintenance of the librarys physical space including shelving seating areas and computer stations
• Collaborate with other departments within the organization to coordinate services and resources
• Stay up-to-date with current trends in library science and technology to continuously improve services offered by the library

Requirements

• Bachelors degree in Library Science or related field required Masters degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years experience working in a library setting required supervisory or management experience preferred
• Strong knowledge of library systems and cataloging standards
• Excellent communication skills to interact with colleagues and patrons from diverse backgrounds
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficient in technology used in libraries such as integrated library systems ILS
• Must have own visa for work authorization in Denmark

Salary Starting salary for this full-time position is 1600$ per month The exact salary will depend on qualifications and experience

If you are passionate about providing access to information and resources through libraries then we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity Join our team in beautiful Odense and make a positive impact on the community through the power of knowledge