Librarian II, Collection Development

Announcement Number2025-041Posting DateThursday, October 31, 2024StatusFull-Time, ExemptLocationHughes Main Library, 25 Heritage Green Place, Greenville, South CarolinaScheduleDaytime hours Monday – Friday. Works 37.5 hours per weekSalary$47,916 per year, plus benefitsAvailableNovember 2024Application DeadlineThursday, November 14th, 2024Function

Function

Under the supervision of the Collection Development Supervisor, this position:

• Performs professional library work of a specialized nature relating to collection development system-wide. 
• May direct, assign, and coordinate duties of other staff to ensure quality and timely management of collections. 
• Ensures that library policies and procedures are practiced and that the library has a high-quality collection of materials and online resources available for its patrons.
• Performs work in accord with the Library System’s vision and mission, using good judgment in the application of policies and established procedures. 

Minimum Training & Experience

• Master’s Degree in Library & Information Science (MLIS) from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university with coursework emphasizing public library reference and research. 

• Two years of collection development and maintenance experience.

• Certified or eligible for certification by the South Carolina State Library.

• Other combinations of experience and training that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted. 

Physical Requirements

Must have the ability to:

• concentrate for long periods of time
• speak clearly and distinctly
• hear and/or comprehend verbal communication
• see and interpret all job-related materials
• operate library equipment as assigned
• lift up to 55 pounds and push book carts weighing over 100 pounds
• sit for long periods of time
• stand for long periods of time
• walk, bend and stoop
• reach, grasp and use hands to touch, handle, or feel
• type on an ongoing basis for long periods of time, using both hands
• tolerate low levels of dust and mold associated with working around paper files, books, and other library materials

Additional Requirements

• Use of personal vehicle with mileage reimbursement 
• Valid S.C. driver’s license 

Examples of Work Performed

These tasks are illustrative only; to carry out the day-to-day functions of the job, other duties may be performed. The omission of specific statements does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. Essential job functions designated with (E).

• Evaluates and selects materials for the adult collection as assigned. (E)
• Participates in the Collection Development Committee and other committees as needed. (E)
• Accesses patron request information and compiles selection lists. (E)
• Assists in the evaluation of materials that are patron requests for addition to the collection, requests for reconsideration, or that otherwise require reevaluation. (E)
• Selects and orders leased books, including preparing books for return to vendor and arranging for shipment, and deciding what titles to add to the permanent collection. (E)
• Provides training for staff in the area of collection maintenance. (E)
• Develops and maintains documentation for established procedures related to collection development and maintenance. (E)
• Assists in planning for improvements in collection development. (E)
• Demonstrates knowledge of computer applications and participates in planning and administration of automation at the unit level. (E)
• Travels to branches to conduct on-site coordination of collection management in collaboration with Branch Library Services Manager. (E)
• Acts as a team leader at branches for collection maintenance projects.
• Answers questions on library operations, policies and procedures and handles problems and complaints.
• Reviews professional literature to keep abreast of developments in library and information science, with an emphasis on developments in collection management. (E)
• Prepares, processes, and/or transmits correspondence, acquisitions requests, collection statistics, copy distribution forms, reports, etc. (E)
• Participates in special projects as requested.
• Attends library association meetings, training programs, workshops, and conferences as appropriate.
• Ensures safe work methods are followed to prevent injury. (E)
• Maintains regular and reliable attendance and remains compliant with the Library System’s Attendance Guidelines. (E)
• Performs other related duties as required, including those of any staff member in the unit.

Required Knowledge, Skills/Abilities & Characteristics

(Testing of computer skills may be part of the interview process for this position.)

Knowledge:

• Considerable knowledge of the functions of collection development and maintenance, including general knowledge of the major fields of learning. 
• General knowledge of publisher and vendor practices and methods and of reader interest levels.
• Good personal computing skills, including effective use of word processing and spreadsheet programs, various Internet browsers and email. 

Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to learn moderately complex computer applications. 
• Ability to work in a team environment and to establish and maintain effective working relationships with library staff. 
• Detail-oriented and the ability to recognize and correct errors. 
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to create and maintain clear procedural documentation. 
• Ability to work under frequently stressful conditions, meet required deadlines and follow established procedures. 
• Ability to communicate concepts, general information, and task-oriented information in oral, written, and electronic forms. 
• Ability to use good judgment and discretion in carrying out duties and responsibilities.
• Ability to interpret and analyze technical and statistical information and reports.
• Ability to be punctual, work hours as scheduled, and maintain a good attendance record.
• Preferred: Bilingual – English/Spanish skills.
• Preferred: Touch typing skills.