Job description

Henderson County Public Library

Collection Specialist I
Job Description

Job Summary:
The Collection Specialist I is responsible for performing interlibrary loan tasks such as locating library material requested from patrons, arranging loans of material to and from other institutions, and returning material to lending institutions. In addition, this position will assist the technical services staff with the cataloging of new material and weeding the collection using the CREW method.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Process interlibrary loans from initial patron request to delivery of borrowed material.
• Keep neat and orderly records and statistics regarding interlibrary loans, generating reports as needed.
• Basic cataloging and processing
• Collection Maintenance
• Recommend procedural and workflow changes in department to maximize efficiency.
• Stay informed about issues, trends, and news affecting cataloging and technical services.

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• Maintain good relations with the public and staff.
• Follow policies and procedures consistently.
• Attend and participate in meetings, workshops, and conferences as appropriate.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Associates Degree or a combination of some post-secondary education required. Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Public library experience preferred, not required.
• Working knowledge of computers required.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to establish and maintain rapport with customers and provide a high level of professional customer service.
• Knowledge of the library’s services and collections.
• A clear understanding of the library’s public service mission and a forward-thinking vision

regarding the library’s role in the community.

• Ability to maintain records in a standard, orderly, and systematic fashion.
• Proficiency with Windows-based PCs, Microsoft Office products, Apple products, web searching, and email.

General Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to organize work, set priorities, use time effectively, work independently, and meet deadlines.
• Ability to multi-task, create acceptable products by strict deadlines, and work effectively with a variety of people and situations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to pay close attention to details and concentrate on work with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to analyze and creatively solve problems related to the position.
• Flexible, adaptable, and able to flourish in a changing environment.
• Ability to cross-train in order to perform other duties and responsibilities as required.
• Possession of valid driver’s license and good driving record. Willingness to use personal vehicle to attend meetings, make presentations, etc. Mileage is reimbursed.

Physical Requirements:

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is regularly required to stand; sit; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Work Schedule:
This is a full-time position that requires 40 hours per week. Varied schedules may include mornings, afternoons, evenings, and weekends in various departments. Dependability and diligent attendance are required.

Special Requirements:
Requires the appropriate certification from the Kentucky Board for the Certification of
Librarians.

Supervisor:
Technology Administrator and Library Director

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $35,000.00 - $43,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Henderson, KY 42420: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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