LAC - Collections Management
Durham, NC LAC Federal
Job Type
Full-time
Description

LAC Federal is seeking a Collection Management and Reference Librarian. The Librarian serves as the lead for all aspects of library technical services including interlibrary loan, circulation, collections maintenance, and cataloging. Manages the acquisition of library resources for print and electronic resources. Serves as backup for reference librarian. This is a full-time, hybrid position with benefits.


RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Serves as the lead on interlibrary loans, circulation, and collection maintenance 
  • Curates collection development recommendations 
  • Catalogs library materials including NTP reports 
  • Performs technical services for the library including acquisitions, cataloging, interlibrary loans, circulation, and collection maintenance 
  • Submits orders for library materials and supplies including new books and renewals 
  • Conducts literature searches and organizes results in EndNote 
  • Creates bibliometric visualizations and data clean up 
  • Assists with weekly and monthly research alerts 
  • Manages donations program 
  • Provides backup support to library staff on projects including the weekly report
Requirements
  • Must be ACA-accredited MLS (Master of Library Science)
  • Master’s degree in Library Science preferably with specialized or government libraries concentration 
  • Three (3) years of experience providing customer service in a library, educational or public service environment
  • Three (3) years of experience using popular software programs with ability to learn new technology, preference given to candidates with experience in manuscript management systems

  

Physical Requirements

  • Must be able to move from place to place within the location, lifting of items weighing up to (25) pounds and occasional up to 35 pounds such as files, books, stacks of paper, and other materials.
  • Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork.

  

BENEFITS

  • Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
  • Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
  • Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
  • Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
  • Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
  • Short Term & Long Term Disability
  • Training & Development

EEO STATEMENT

The company and its subsidiaries are an equal opportunity employer and celebrate the population of differences and does not discriminate in its hiring/hiring practices, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nothing in this job specification restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 

Critical features of this job are described under various headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. The above statements are strictly intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of employees in this position.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. 

To perform this job successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities to perform each duty proficiently. 

Some requirements may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will” relationship.