Collection Development Librarian, Adult Collections - Technical Services_

Department:Libraries & Historical ResourcesStart Here. Grow Here. Stay Here.Are you gifted with an ability to work independently and accurately with attention to detail? Are you knowledgeable of current and classic materials, in all formats? Our Library system is in need of a Collection Development Librarian, capable to adapt to various and changing duties, as required. This position is responsible for central selection of adult materials that reflect and anticipate the needs of the public. You will also be responsible for ongoing collection analysis and coordination of system-wide de-selection of materials. This role starts out at $52,936.00, benefits begin within 60 days of hire, and there are many opportunities for advancement. Apply today!Why Sarasota County? Our award-winning public library system offers extensive collections where people of all ages can find their hobbies, their histories, their music, art, and culture. In addition to books, videos, digital resources and more, plentiful public meeting spaces provide places to meet neighbors and elected officials and explore their myriad connections to each other and their neighborhoods.About the PositionIn this role you will specialize in collection development/maintenance, customer service, staff development, and general administration tasks. Examples of key areas of interest are listed, but not limited, to the items below.Collection Development/Maintenance:+ Integrate research on circulation patterns and trends into forward-thinking planning and purchasing process.+ Develop and implement system-wide collection development activities in all formats.+ Participate in establishing policies around materials acquisition and disposal.+ Make acquisition decisions consistent with policy.+ Evaluate materials and resources in various formats to develop and maintain the collection.+ Maintain an in depth and current knowledge of the collection.+ Ensure the maintenance of the collection through coordinated de-selection and replacements.+ Select and compile orders for new and replacement materials.+ Identify, select, and maintain special collections.+ Monitor the materials budget and keep track of monies spent and encumbered.+ Develop and maintain a collection of reference resources to meet community needs.+ Establish and apply selection and evaluation criteria to build a collection of high quality and relevant resources for Books and Digital materials.+ Develop and manage the library’s collections of electronic resources and provide distributed access to them.+ Select, organize and maintain the library’s collection of digital resources.Customer Service:+ Develop and implement standards of service that ensure the prompt and efficient resolution of each inquiry by internal and external customers, delivered with the utmost courtesy and respect.+ Meet with vendors and book publishers.+ Promote the value of products and services within the library and throughout the community.+ Use web tools and social networking communities to engage and provide services to users.+ Develop strategies and sources to stay well informed as a readers’ advisor.About the ScheduleWork Hours+ Full-Time, 40 hours per week.+ Monday - Friday, 08:00 a.m. to 05:00 p.m.+ Work schedules may vary due to split shifts, rotations, on-call, emergencies, etc.+ On rare occasion employees may be re-assigned to a different work location (other than original assignment) within the library system to meet changing service needs. All employees are expected to participate in the hours of operation, for the Library location, including daytime, evening and weekend hours.About YouMinimum Qualifications+ Master's degree in Library Science from a college or university accredited by the American Library Association.+ -OR- Bachelor’s degree and enrolled in an MLS/MLIS program with the ability to obtain an MLS/MLIS within 12 months of hirePreferred Qualifications:+ One year of experience in a library environment.Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years.Physical Demands: Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.About Everything ElseStarting Pay: $52,936.00Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).If you are selected to join our team, you will need to present the following items on your first day:1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: scis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents+ If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)Benefits:+ Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! C hoose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!+ For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net (cgov.net/government/human-resources/employee-health-and-benefits) for additional information.+ Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.+ Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)​​A different blend of voices prompt better conversations, choices and results for everyone. Sarasota County – Many Voices, One Team.We celebrate and value the experiences, backgrounds, perspectives, talents and strengths that make us different.Our vision is to attract, develop, retain and engage a talented workforce broadly representative of the citizens and communities we serve. To further value creativity, innovation, collaboration and great customer service – internally and externally.A job applicant with a disability who requires reasonable accommodation to participate in the application/selection process is requested to make known the need for an accommodation to Human Resources or appropriate county staff members. For assistance with the application, please call 941-861-5353.Sarasota County prohibits discrimination in all services, programs or activities. View the complete policy at scgov.net (keywords: ADA Compliance).Sarasota County Government is a Tobacco-Free/Drug-Free Workplace.Do you like leaving things better than you found them? We serve the greater good! Our team is here to make Sarasota the premier community to live, work and play!Sarasota has 37 miles of award-winning beaches, over 80 parks and 100 golf courses, and is known as the cultural capital of Florida with museums of art, theaters, an aquarium, botanical gardens and the annual international film festival. Unsurpassed beauty, rich cultural offering, diverse educational opportunities, wide-ranging recreational possibilities make Sarasota a great place to live and work!We believe in work-life balance with a generous leave plan.“US News & World Report: Sarasota is No. 1 in Florida and No. 18 in the country for best place to live.”We need YOU to help create wonderful experiences for residents and vacationing guests enjoying Sarasota! Apply today!