Library Stock & Cataloging Specialist

Rutland County Council; Oakham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave entitlement

Local Government Pension Scheme

Health, wellbeing and work-lifebalance

Job summary

Rutland County Council's Stock & Bibliographic Services is seeking a practical Stock & Bibliographic Services Practitioner to provide hands-on support for managing library stock and collections across Rutland's four libraries. You will work under the Stock & Reader Development Officer to keep records accurate, well organised and accessible.

You will undertake cataloguing, stock editing, monitor reservations and inter-library loan, assist with reader development and outreach, and help present

Qualifications

• Well organised and accurate, with the ability to manage practical and administrative tasks effectively.
• Confident using computerised systems and maintaining accurate records and information.
• A good communicator who works effectively with colleagues and customers.
• Interested in books, reading and library collections, with enthusiasm for creating attractive environments.
• Experience in library services, stock management or related work advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Undertaking stock editing, maintenance and processing, including updating stock records and basic cataloguing.
• Monitoring stock reservations and rotations; lead for Inter-Library Loan service.
• Supporting the organisation, maintenance and presentation of stock and collections.
• Carrying out routine collections, bibliographic and administrative tasks to support the wider service.
• Moving, packing, shelving and organising library stock for customers.

Skills

Organised

Attention to detail

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Tools

Library management software

Job description

Rutland County Council's Stock & Bibliographic Services is seeking a practical Stock & Bibliographic Services Practitioner to provide hands-on support for managing library stock and collections across Rutland's four libraries. You will work under the Stock & Reader Development Officer to keep records accurate, well organised and accessible.

You will undertake cataloguing, stock editing, monitor reservations and inter-library loan, assist with reader development and outreach, and help present