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COLLECTION DEVELOPMENT & TECHNICAL SERVICES SUPERVISOR – NEWTON PUBLIC LIBRARY, NEWTON, KANSAS
 
Newton Public Library seeks a dynamic person with enthusiasm, vision and dedication to manage Collection Development and Technical Services (CDTS). CDTS Supervisor responsibilities include: budget responsibilities, maintain materials in the library collection, backup for ILS administrator, programs and training for the public and staff, circulation functions, supervision of staff and volunteers, and related library work as required.
 
HOURS: Salaried – exempt. 40-hour week with flexibility as to scheduling to cover hours of library operations and programs.
 

Job Duties Include, But Are Not Limited to the Following:

·         Actively and enthusiastically greet and assist library patrons
·         Provide reference, information, readers’ advisory, and referral services to patrons
·         Explain basic library functions, services and resources to the public
·         Plan, organize and conduct library programs, classes, tours, and services
·         Assist and instruct patrons and staff in the use of technology as it relates to library materials, online databases, Internet resources, and computer applications
·         Perform basic diagnostic troubleshooting and security measures on public and staff computers
·         Train staff and volunteers on ILS, CDTS processes and to prepare or recondition library materials
·         Maintain and advise staff on current knowledge of books, authors and trends in CDTS
·         Supervise collection development and maintenance for all library service areas, including evaluation of collections, authority control indexes, inclusion in Kansas Library Catalog, inventory, selection and weeding
·         Serve as backup System Administrator for ILS with primary responsibility for acquisitions and cataloging
·         Oversee budget as assigned for CDTS
·         Prepare vouchers and verify invoices for payment according to proper library account categories
·         Correspond with publishers, jobbers, donors, etc.
·         Supervise preparing and reconciling deposits of all receipts
·         Assist with library public relations including web site and Web 2.0 applications
·         Develop and revise department, personal work goals and objectives
·         Supervise, direct and evaluate staff including making recommendations as to hiring and terminating staff
·         Prepare statistics, annual and state reports
·         Maintain staff personnel records and serve as KPERS Designated Agent additional signer
·         Serve as chief operations officer in absence of Library Director as assigned
·         Demonstrate initiative in problem identification and resolution
·         Work in a self-motivated manner with attention to detail and cost effective solutions
·         Perform other duties as assigned
 
Preferred Education and Experience:
·         Minimum education: Masters of Library Science from an American Library Association accredited institution
·         Knowledge of print and online reference sources and research techniques
·         Proficiency with computers, software applications, social media and integrated library system
·         Demonstrated ability to work independently
·         Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
·         Internet searching skills
·         Previous public library and supervisory experience
 
Benefits: The position is eligible for health insurance, KPERS, and paid CE, holiday, vacation and sick leave.
 
Submit cover letter, resume, Application Form and 3 references to: Marianne Eichelberger, Library Director, Newton Public Library, 720 N Oak, Newton, KS 67114. (ts @ newtonplks.org). EEO.