Library Acquisitions Program Manager

Brevard County; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 58,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Brevard County's Library Services Department seeks a permanent full-time professional to direct acquisitions, cataloging, and technical services.

Requires a Master's in Library Science and at least one year of cataloging or copy-cataloging with supervisory experience; must have ILS experience, manage ordering, invoicing, and processing, ensure bibliographic accuracy, monitor inventory and statistics, and provide technical expertise for acquisitions and cataloging.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Library Science and Information Systems, or a closely related field.
• Plus one year of experience cataloging and/or copy-cataloging and processing library materials, including supervisory experience.
• Experience with Integrated Library Systems (ILS).

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate library acquisitions, cataloging, and technical services.
• Supervise staff; oversee cataloging, ordering, invoicing, and processing in the ILS.
• Ensure bibliographic record accuracy and integrity; monitor inventory and statistics.
• Provide technical expertise for acquisitions and cataloging.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Cataloging experience

Attention to detail

Education

Master's degree in Library Science and Information Systems

Tools

Integrated Library System (ILS)

Job description

Department: Library Services Department

Organizational Unit: Library Support Services

Position Type: Permanent Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Open Until Filled.

$2,215.68 to $2,437.25 biweekly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Central Area/Cocoa/Library Administration/Catherine Schweinsberg Rood Central Library. Work schedule is Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and may include evenings, weekends, and special events as needed. Performs skilled administrative library work directing and coordinating library acquisitions, cataloging, and technical services functions. Work includes supervising assigned staff; overseeing cataloging, ordering, invoicing, and processing of library materials within the Library's Integrated Library System (ILS); ensuring the accuracy and integrity of bibliographic records; coordinating technical services operations; monitoring inventory and statistical reporting; and providing technical expertise related to library acquisitions and cataloging.

REQUIREMENTS

Master's degree in Library Science and Information Systems, or a closely related field, PLUS one (1) year of experience cataloging and/or copy-cataloging and processing library materials, including supervisory experience. Must have experience with Integrated Library Systems (ILS). Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

1. The employee must be able to:
   • LIFT:20 lbs.
   • CARRY:20 lbs.
   • PUSH:30 lbs.
   • PULL:30 lbs.
2. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
   • STAND:1 - 3 hours
   • WALK:1 - 3 hours
   • SIT:5 - 8 hours
   • DRIVE:5 - 8 hours
3. The employee must repetitively perform:
   • Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver); Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring)
4. The employee must be able to:
   • Bend; Reach
5. The employee must have:
   • Good near vision; Good hearing; Good speech
6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
   • N/A

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Working conditions that will apply to the employee:
   • Work inside; In or with dusty conditions; Works Closely with Others
2. Other working conditions:
   • N/A