Librarian - Collection & Tech Services

City of Kennedale; Kennedale (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

City-Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Voluntary insurance options

2:1 employer match through TMRS

11 paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave

Job summary

A local government entity in Texas is seeking a People-First HR Leader to oversee library functions including collection management and customer service. The role requires a Master of Library Science or equivalent and a minimum of 3 years of library experience, preferably in Collection Development. Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of library practices and technologies. This full-time position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Master of Library and Information Science (MLS/MLIS) degree from an ALA Accredited program or MLS/MLIS in progress.
• 3+ years library experience preferably in Collection Development or Technical services.
• A Bachelor of Arts degree plus 5+ years of relevant experience may be substituted for the MLS requirement.
• Considerable knowledge of standard library practices, procedures, and technologies.

Responsibilities

• Library collection maintenance and development, cataloging processes, RFID encoding.
• Performs original and/or copy cataloging as required.
• Prepares and processes materials for circulation.
• Reviews and updates the catalog records periodically.
• Regularly review the collection to identify outdated, damaged, underutilized material and remove them.
• Develop inventory control processes and procedures.
• Perform statistical analysis through the collection of survey data.
• Evaluates donated material and gifts for inclusion in the collection.
• Manages purchase requests from the community.
• Assist with library collection budget tracking.
• Manage facility rentals.

Job description

People-First HR Leader | Creating Workplaces Where Teams & Culture Thrive

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under general supervision of the Library Director and/or Designee, this position performs a full range of duties related to the functions of the Library Department including, but not limited to: collection management and development, cataloging, classification, and processing of library materials, inventory control, circulation services, and general customer service. The core duties of the position include work in acquisitions/purchasing, physical material processing and copy cataloging, interlibrary loan, facility rentals, and additional duties and projects as assigned.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Library collection maintenance and development, cataloging processes, RFID encoding
• Performs original and/or copy cataloging as required
• Prepares and processes materials for circulation
• Reviews and updates the catalog records periodically to ensure materials are shelved and cataloged accurately
• Regularly review the collection to identify outdated, damaged, underutilized material and remove them from the collection
• Develop inventory control processes and procedures
• Perform statistical analysis through the collection of survey data; completion of and running of reports; compile and update statistics, reports, or analyses as required
• Evaluates donated material and gifts for inclusion in the collection then catalogs in ILS
• Manages purchase requests from the community
• Assist with library collection budget tracking
• Keeps up to date on national collection development and technical services trends, technologies, and best practices
• Manage facility rentals

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master of Library and Information Science (MLS/MLIS) degree from an ALA Accredited program or MLS/MLIS in progress
• 3+ years library experience preferably in Collection Development or Technical services
• A Bachelor of Arts degree plus 5+ years of relevant experience may be substituted for the MLS requirement
• Considerable knowledge of standard library practices, procedures, and technologies

OUR BENEFITS PACKAGE

At the City of Kennedale, we value our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and future.

• City-Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, and Short-Term Disability.
• Voluntary insurance options with additional plans like disability, accident, or critical illness.
• 2:1 employer match through Texas Municipal Retirement System (TMRS).
• Paid Time Off Includes 11 paid holidays, plus paid vacation and sick leave.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT STATEMENT:

The City of Kennedale is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Other

Industries

Government Administration