Librarian I: Collection Development & Budget Lead

City of Westminster, CO; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Westminster, CO seeks an experienced Librarian for Collection Management to oversee library material budgets, acquisitions, and vendor relations, collaborating with Public Services to meet community needs.

The position requires a Master’s in Library Science (ALA-accredited) and a four-year college degree, with budget management and vendor experience; responsibilities include supporting cataloging and collection development in Westminster."

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program.
• Graduation from an accredited four-year college.
• Knowledge of core library principles, collection development, acquisitions, and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Oversee library material accounts and make decisions regarding collection budgets.
• Learn and apply City finance and procurement policies for budget preparation.
• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and monitor procurement processes.
• Collaborate with the Collection Management team and Public Services to support community needs.
• Support or lead cataloging or related duties as needed to support workflow.

Skills

Budget management

Vendor relations

Collaborative work

Communication skills

Collection development

Education

Master’s degree in Library Science (ALA-accredited)

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

Job description

The City of Westminster, CO seeks an experienced Librarian for Collection Management to oversee library material budgets, acquisitions, and vendor relations, collaborating with Public Services to meet community needs.

The position requires a Master’s in Library Science (ALA-accredited) and a four-year college degree, with budget management and vendor experience; responsibilities include supporting cataloging and collection development in Westminster."