Collection manager

The Town of Dedham seeks highly qualified candidates for the position of Circulation and Collection Manager to oversee the Library’s physical and digital collection, guide staff in collection development, provide leadership and vision for the development and marketing of the collections and resources. The Circulation and Collection Manager is also responsible for managing the circulation departments at both facilities including supervising circulation staff, coordinating interlibrary loan services, and developing or implementing circulation procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience

• MLS degree required
• 1-3 years of experience in public library collection development
• Three years of progressively more responsible professional library experience, with two years in a supervisory capacity
• Must receive an acceptable CORI/SORI report

Knowledge, Ability, and Skill

• Experience implementing collection development and collection management procedures across multiple library facilities.
• Experience working with and implementing different organizations of knowledge to maximize circulation and community utilization.
• Experience in developing and writing procedures.
• Knowledge of current trends in libraries including collection management, development, and marketing, technology, and social media.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully supervise, mentor, and train personnel.
• Experience creating marketing materials.
• Grant writing skills are highly desirable.
• Proficiency in the use of Sierra Library Service Platform, Microsoft Office, Canva, Google Drive, and willingness to learn new software programs as needed.
• Ability to work well with a large staff and diverse patrons and be committed to fostering a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Ability to implement new ideas, programs, and practices within the Library to maximize community utilization.
• Ability to thrive in an ever-changing, fast-paced collaborative environment.
• Possess a thorough knowledge of and familiarity with modern office equipment, technology, electronic equipment, and software applications and operations.
• Possesses a high degree of organization and time management skills and has the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and handle diverse tasks.
• Ability to understand written procedures and understand complex, multi-step, written and oral instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team required.
• Ability to take initiative, exercise sound judgment and make decisions within scope of their authority.
• High level of professionalism and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to relate and communicate in a positive manner and deal tactfully and appropriately with the general public and town departments. Ability to recognize those areas for which inquiries should be referred to a superior.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Bilingual or with functional knowledge of another language preferred.
• Available to work a flexible schedule consisting of 37.5 hours per week, including a weekly evening shift and additional weekend and evening shifts as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Responsible for the integrity, relevancy, and ongoing assessment of the content in the Library’s online and physical collections.
• Plans, organizes, and manages functioning of Library circulation activities on a daily basis at both facilities.
• Supervises staff, participating in the evaluation of employees.
• Monitors the annual material budget; may seek grants and sponsorships.
• Maintains awareness of advanced techniques, newest procedures, and latest equipment for delivery of library information services and content.
• Develops and implements procedures related to collection management and circulation.
• Trains all staff on circulation functions, policies, and procedures.
• Identifies cataloging and processing errors and refers errors to the appropriate staff for correction.
• Oversees and develops Library booklists through the Library catalog and Library Aware.
• Assists in updating the Library’s website, provides input for the Library newsletter.
• Serves as the primary contact for database vendors, museums, and material vendors, ensuring public access.
• Provides monthly and annual circulation and collection utilization and Library usage reports.
• Attends professional meetings, conferences, workshops and classes at the discretion of the Director.
• Responsible for maintaining a welcoming, inviting, safe, and clean public and staff spaces.
• Responds to patron concerns and enforces guidelines and policies.
• Performs other similar or related duties as required, or as situation dictates.
• Responsibilities include assignments at both Library locations as needed.

How to Apply

Please email your resume and cover letter to [email protected]

The Town of Dedham is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate our diverse community by respecting and appreciating our individual differences. Our inclusive culture energizes all of us to belong, collaborate, and grow.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $83,061.89 - $108,376.93 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person