Collection Management & Resources Librarian

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The Hudson Public Library has proudly served Hudson residents and neighboring communities since 1867. Our current location at Wood Square originally opened to the public in November 1905 and is approximately 15,000 square feet. Our team seeks to recruit a Full-Time Collection Management and Resources Librarian who is passionate about library services and collections, and is highly interested in engaging with our diverse community of approximately 20,000 residents.

Definition
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This position serves to effectively and efficiently perform library administrative and supervisory functions of a professional, complex, and confidential nature in the areas of collection management and resources; all other work as required.

Supervision:

• Work under the general direction of the Library Director and under the policies established by the Board of Library Trustees. Refers unusual situations to the Library Director and Assistant Library Director.
• Assist directly with the recruitment, orientation, training, supervision, evaluation, scheduling, and assignments for all library staff, volunteers, and interns within the Collection Management and Resources Department.
• Serve as the person in charge in absence of the Library Director and Assistant Library Director as needed.
• This position is subject to review and evaluation according to the Town’s personnel plan.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities: The Collection Management & Resources Librarian is responsible for managing all aspects of the Collection Management & Resources/Tech Services Department including collection and resource analysis, collection development, acquisitions, cataloging, etc.

• Establish departmental goals and priorities; evaluate results achieved.
• Develop, implement, and review policies, procedures, and operations that provide optimal access and enhance the circulation of library collections and resources.
• Provide budget recommendations for the library’s collection and resources.
• Monitor, prepare, and report monthly and annual statistics for all circulating collections and resources.
• Schedule and facilitate regular staff meetings and communication.
• Serve as the liaison between the library and library vendors.
• Perform reader’s advisory and lead book club discussions.
• Assist with instruction, workshops, and access to library materials and resources.
• Contribute toward library programs, events, and displays.
• Participate in community outreach initiatives.
• Attend and actively participate in library and local network meetings as required or appropriate.
• Review professional collection development journals and publications.
• Perform work under typical office and library conditions; the noise level and interruptions range from low to moderate rary hours require scheduled evenings and weekend work.
• Proficiently and effectively, operate and maintain library technology and equipment.
• Experience regular contact and communication with members from the general public, community organizations, educational institutions, Town departments, local businesses, library affiliated organizations, and vendors.
• Access library patron and department-level confidential information that require appropriate judgment, discretion, and professional office protocols.
• Errors may result in delay or loss of library service, poor public relations, and monetary loss.

Required

Minimum Qualifications:

Education and Experience:

MLS/MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution; three years of progressive library experience, supervisory experience, collection management, or any equivalent combination of education and…