Technical Services Librarian

Job Summary

$59,838 - $93,529 / year, DOQ + Full-Time County Benefits Performs responsible work related to the timely acquisition, cataloging and processing of Williamsburg Regional Library materials and participates in the analysis and planning of technical services operations; and works in support of Williamsburg Regional Library’s Strategic Plan and all other official institutional directives.

Responsibilities

• Organizes Technical Services activities in at least one of the following areas: cataloging, acquisitions, serials administration and authority record control.
• Researches, implements and evaluates comprehensive programs and technological advancements to update and modernize technical services procedures that include bibliographic control and integrated library systems (ILS).
• Dependent on area assigned:
• Searches and claims bibliographic records on the shared cataloging database (OCLC) for entry into the local system; creates bibliographic records as necessary; edits bibliographic records; assigns Library of Congress (LC) subject headings and call numbers.
• Coordinates materials purchasing, including placing orders using appropriate funding stream; manages and tracks budgets.
• Edits and verifies holdings information including call number, collection code, item type and list price for each; resolves complex cataloging problems by applying knowledge of cataloging rules and their interpretations to maintain MARC standards, local practices and requirements for subject cataloging and Dewey Decimal classification; applies specialized knowledge to catalog a variety of formats including serials, electronic resources, government documents and audiovisual materials; assists in processing materials.
• Coordinates database maintenance and authority control, including outsourcing of authority control and resolving complex problems with authority control; maintain accurate authority headings in the public access catalog, using LC online authority file.
• Participates in library-wide committees or projects.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Requires a Master’s degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited library school; some library work experience preferred.
• Must possess reliable transportation to work site(s).
• Knowledge of cataloging principles, local call number schemes, automated bibliographic and holdings records, online searching in bibliographic or acquisition databases; integrated library systems; personal computer use and data entry; and vendor relations and collections.
• Skill in use of computer software including Microsoft Office Suite; SQL experience preferred; experience with RDA Toolkit, MARCedit and other cataloging tools preferred.
• Ability to perform accurate and efficient data entry; maintain records in a standard, orderly, systematic fashion; use time effectively, and work independently; communicate well with supervisor, staff and the public, including vendors and donors; work with enthusiasm and initiative. Click here ​ for full job description. Accepting applications until position is filled. Cover letters and resumes may also be attached, but a fully completed application is required for your application to be considered. James City County is dedicated to building a diverse workforce and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations. If you need assistance with completing the employment application, please contact the HR Department at 757-253-6680 or email HR.Recruit@jamescitycountyva.gov.