Collection Development Librarian

Job title: Collection Development Librarian in Gainesville, GA at Brenau University Company: Brenau University Job description: HIRING PROCESS: All submitted application materials are forwarded to the appropriate department for review. Hiring recommendations are made at the departmental level. Department representatives will contact candidates directly if an interview is scheduled or if further information is required. The information provided in each job listing below is the extent of what is available to interested candidates. No additional information is available. Brenau only accepts applications/resumes for advertised positions.PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS: Brenau University will conduct criminal background checks on all persons being considered for initial employment. In some circumstances, an FBI fingerprint report may be necessary to satisfy the requirement. Once employed, employees must hold and continue to maintain a favorable criminal history background. Random background checks are performed. Credit checks may be performed on candidates/employees who are selected for a position that regularly engages in handling credit cards or other company monies. A Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) may be performed during the hiring process, or as part of a random check. MVR checks are required to meet insurance requirements for those employees operating a university vehicle or participating in any driving activity on behalf of Brenau University, (including operating a golf cart, rented vehicle or one’s personal vehicle). Employees who travel must be at least 21 years of age, have a valid Georgia driver’s license, and good driving record. All employees who operate university vehicles, who are employed in a sensitive position, or who travel regularly as part of their job responsibilities may be subject to post-hire drug screening and random drug-screening. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug screening..EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: Brenau practices and believes in equal opportunity for all students, employees and job applicants. We do not discriminate on the bases of age, race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, military service, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance. These protections extend to all conditions and privileges of employment, including, without limitation, to recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, transfers, promotions, discipline, and termination.DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE: Brenau University is a drug-free workplace as certified by the Georgia Workers Compensation Board.Position Summary:The Collection Development Librarian supports the curriculum needs of all programs at Brenau University by working collaboratively with faculty in the selection of library resources. The Collection Development Librarian maintains, preserves, and provides access to Rare Books & Special Collections. As manager of University Archives, the Collection Development Librarian provides access to Brenau’s rich history and creates a learning environment in the Archives for university students and personnel.Minimum Qualifications:

• MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution
• Knowledge of cataloging, including Resource Description and Access (RDA), Library of Congress Subject Headings, Library of Congress Classification System, and MARC 21 Format for Bibliographic Data
• Flexibility and initiative to work in a dynamic small library environment with a strong student-centric service orientation
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively, verbally, and in writing
• Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with faculty to monitor trends and issues in collection development
• Commitment to professional development and university service

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with collection development policies and practices, budget management, and library licensing agreements
• Experience with library services platforms, such as OCLC’s WorldShare Management Services
• Knowledge of special collections librarianship and archival practices

Responsibilities:Collection Development

• Support teaching and learning by providing authoritative information resources that support the university curricula for all programs on campus and online.
• Management of acquisitions process and oversight of budget funds for acquisitions
• Monitoring of licensing agreements for all library acquisitions
• Cataloging of library materials; serials management
• Service on library, university and/or community committees
• Provide accreditation support for new and developing programs
• Daily supervision of student employees
• Other duties as assigned

Rare Books & Special Collections

• Preserve, maintain, and provide access to the Fred Bentley Rare Book Room, the Watson Collection, and Special Collections, which features the recently named Graham Arader Natural History Art Research Room.
• Coordinate with faculty on the use of collections in curriculum
• Promote collections to students and community through presentations, tours and events

University Archives

• Manage, maintain, and preserve the University Archives collection
• Provide access to Brenau’s rich history and create a learning environment in the Archives for students, university personnel, and community
• Coordinate with faculty on the use of collections in curricula
• Promote collections to students and community through presentations, tours, and events

Other

• Develop, revise, and implement library procedures and policies in all areas pertaining to collections

Supervisory Responsibilities: No supervisory responsibilities required.Work Hours & Schedule: Full-time. 37.5 hours per week. Generally, Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Some evening and weekend hours may be required. Hours may be extended to meet the needs of the department.Campus Designation: Gainesville Historic Campus/ on-ground positionEnvironmental and Working Conditions/ Physical Demands and Aptitudes: Sedentary work. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment and keyboards. Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must have the ability to travel short distances, and/or drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials. Exerting up to 15 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading.Title IX Implications:Responsible employee Any employee who is not a confidential employee. Brenau University requires that all Responsible Employees MUST report any possible sexual harassment or discrimination based on sex to the Title IX Coordinator when the employee has information about conduct that reasonably may constitute sex discrimination or sex-based harassment under Title IX or this part. Employees are encouraged to report these concerns in writing via email. When an employee or a student (or a person who has a legal right to act on behalf of a student) informs any employee (including both Responsible and Confidential employees) of the employee’s or student’s pregnancy or related conditions, that employee must promptly provide that person with the Title IX Coordinator’s contact information and inform that person that the Title IX Coordinator can coordinate specific actions to prevent sex discrimination and ensure the employee’s or student’s equal access to the Recipient’s education program or activity.Payroll Status: Exempt, salariedTravel Requirements: No travel required.Special Requirements:May be subject to pre-employment criminal history background check, random credit checks, MVR, drug screen, and criminal history checks.Licensure Requirements: If the position you are applying for necessitates that you hold a professional degree, license, or certification, then proof of such professional degree, license, or certification must be provided in addition to this application for Brenau University to consider your application for employment. Failure to provide proof of professional degree, license, or certification when applicable may result in rejection of an application.All positions will be filled pending budgetary review. Expected salary: Location: Gainesville, GA Apply for the job now! Apply for this job