Job Announcement - Head of Acquisitions and Collection Development

APPLICATION DEADLINE: 9/17/09

Jefferson County Public Library (Colorado), an innovative, technologically advanced library with a highly acclaimed catalog and collection is seeking a Head of Acquisitions and Collection Development. Located between the city of Denver and the foothills of the Rocky Mountains, the Jefferson County Public Library (JCPL) serves a population of 528,000 with a collection of 1.3 million items. The library's current materials budget is 3.8 million.

The successful candidate for this position, in addition to having expertise in acquisitions and collection development policy, will be a good communicator who enjoys leadership, supervision and the challenges of working in a fast-paced environment.

QUALIFICATIONS: Master's degree in Library Science and minimum 3 years of experience in library work, including supervisory or program development work.

DUTIES:
* Provides overall supervision and direction of the Acquisitions and Collection Development units
* Manages the ordering, receiving and processing of library materials
* Participates in the overall management of the collection including participating in the long-range plans for the direction of the collection
* Develops and maintains ongoing effective relationships with vendors
* Administers the materials budget including maintaining sound accounting practices
* Administers or makes recommendations on personnel matters affecting subordinates, including interviewing and hiring staff; assigning, scheduling, appraising, disciplining, etc.
* Designs, develops and conducts training for staff on collection development and maintenance techniques and procedures
* Participates in the development and direction of Jefferson County Public Library through service on the Collections Leadership Team, task forces and committees
For a more information about this position, please go to our website http://jefferson.lib.co.us/jobs/29-173.htm.

SALARY: $4,395 per month (40 hours per week)

BENEFITS:
Excellent benefits package including health, dental, and retirement.
Vacation, holiday, sick leave, and personal days.
Training Opportunities.
Relocation and interview allowances available.

APPLY:
A complete Jefferson County application must be submitted. Apply using the Online Hiring Center at http://jefferson.lib.co.us/jobs/