Acquisitions Librarian (Librarian II) Job at Fairfax County Government in Chanti

Job Announcement

Manages ordering of library collection materials and is the subject matter expert for acquisitions at the Fairfax County Public Library (FCPL). Understood responsibilities include managing and reporting on funds, working with Receiving staff and vendors to reconcile order and shipping issues, ensuring timely claims for outstanding orders, and collaborating with collection services coordinator and assistant coordinator for accurate spending of funds for the fiscal year. Promotes knowledge of acquisition ordering policy through training, ensures proper configuration of templates for Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) ordering, and maintains up-to-date library brief/vendor record profiles. Oversees the distribution of informational materials and manages centralized ordering of periodicals. Answers inquiries from the public and staff, and performs other duties as assigned to further the goals and objectives of the FCPL. Works under the direction of the collection services coordinator.

Note: This job announcement may be used to fill a future vacancy.

The selected applicant's starting annual salary will be in the minimum to midpoint range ($61,257.25 to $81,676.61) of the advertised compensation range. Compensation rules apply per Fairfax County personnel regulations for current Fairfax County Government and Fairfax County Public Schools employees.

Schedule: Scheduling flexibility is imperative. Occasional overtime may be required.

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Illustrative Duties

(The illustrative duties listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

• Promotes and represents Library System before outside groups.
• May develop informational finding tools.
• May select, train, supervise, and evaluate subordinate personnel.
• May facilitate staff meetings.
• Answers informational and reference questions from customers using print and electronic resources.
• Assists and instructs customers in the use of print and online materials and technology.
• Advises and assists customers in the selection of books, periodicals, media, and other materials.
• Plans and provides programs and outreach to customers of all ages.
• Maintains collection by weeding, marketing, and merchandising library materials.
• Troubleshoots library computers and reports unresolved problems.
• Performs copy cataloging of library materials.
• Identifies materials for addition to the library collection.
• Remains current in resources, services, and technologies in the information field.
• May supervise volunteers.
• Manages selection and is subject matter expert for specific collection areas.
• Performs advanced technical work in a specialized program area within Technical Operations.
• Addresses complex discovery and reader advisory services.
• Resolves non-routine patron and staff interactions by communicating library policy.
• Interacts with library vendors.
• Promotes knowledge of collection policy and practices through training.
• Coordinates system-wide collection initiatives.
• Utilizes existing reports and recommends new reports to inform selection decisions.
• Resolves complex cataloging issues.
• Executes book-in-hand original cataloging of non-fiction works.
• May partner with external agencies to support library and county-wide initiatives.

Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)

• General knowledge of statistics and budget preparation.
• Ability to prioritize and schedule workload of the department.
• Ability to effectively select, train, supervise, and evaluate subordinates.
• Knowledge of principles, standards, and practices of library science.
• Knowledge of library reference sources and methods.
• Ability to create or curate professional resources.
• Ability to provide information service to customers of all ages.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Knowledge of the Library's operating procedures.
• Ability to interpret Library policy for staff and the public.
• Ability to promote interest in library services.
• Ability to adapt to workplace change.
• Ability to classify and catalog material.

Employment Standards

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Master's degree from an ALA (American Library Association) accredited library school and one year of professional library experience.

CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:

Possession of a certificate issued by the Virginia State Board for Certification of Librarians (Required within 3 months).

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and child protective services check to the satisfaction of the employer.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Three years or more of professional library experience.
• Experience working with library vendors.
• Experience with county procurement procedures.
• Experience working with integrated library systems.
• Experience with MARC (machine-readable cataloging) records.
• Strong attention to detail, and ability to multitask and manage priorities.
• Experience selecting, deselecting, or evaluating a library collection.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Ability to input, access, and retrieve information from a computer. Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. Ability to perform repetitive movements. Ability to travel to various locations throughout Fairfax County.

SELECTION PROCEDURE

Panel interview and may include exercise.

The population of Fairfax County is very diverse, and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply.

Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act.