Collection Development Coordinator, Boston Public Library, (Boston, MA)

Posted November 25, 2024

Under the general direction of the Collection Development Manager, coordinates system-wide collections projects and collections work related to branch renovations, ensuring projects are aligned with the vision and strategic plans of the Boston Public Library. Incorporates current best practices in the field of collection development with a particular focus on data analytics.

Day to day duties involve evaluating collection data, visiting branches to talk with staff and review collection practices, orienting and training staff on collections work, and working with staff and the public on gifts policies and procedures.

Responsibilities:

Coordinates with staff system-wide on building diverse collections. Works with staff and vendors on opening day collections and other projects to help build community responsive collections.
Analyses data, usage trends, and anecdotal feedback to shape collections that meet the changing needs of library users. Creates and analyses collection reports and works with staff across the system to incorporate data in collection management decisions.
In coordination with the Project Management Office, assists with the oversight of collections work related to capital projects. Works with vendors on inventories, moves, storage, ordering, and shelving.
Develops plan for routine branch visits by Collection Development department. Works with Neighborhood Services to communicate with branch staff on procedures and workflows.
Oversees selection team operation. Works with other Collection Development staff to run selection teams and balance participation across the system.
With the Collection Development Manager, evaluates the effectiveness of selection activities and provides tools for selectors system-wide.
Coordinates gifts: develops procedures, communicates with patrons, works with staff system-wide on standard procedures and communication with the public.
Leads new hire orientation to Collection Development for staff system-wide. Works with Collection Development staff to ensure all applicable new hires become familiar with the Collection Development department, the processes for collection acquisition and maintenance, and follows up with staff as they progress in their new roles.
Coordinates and delivers training on collection-specific procedures, tools, and resources. Works with Training Coordinator to deliver standard, consistent collection-related training to staff system-wide.
Supports Collection Development staff by placing orders and other collection management activities as assigned.
Works with Collection Development Manager to develop written procedures and guidelines aligned with the overall collections strategy.
Works with department heads and other appropriate staff to maintain consistent Collection Development practices.
Attends regular internal meetings to update staff on Collection Development practices and procedures..
Represents the Library at meetings with regional/MBLN participating libraries as well as product vendors, as appropriate.
Works on public service desk as assigned.
Performs other related and comparable duties as required.

Minimum Entrance Qualifications:

Education—Bachelor’s degree from a recognized college or university and a master’s degree in library and information science from an ALA accredited library school. Relevant subject knowledge and/or specialized training required. In exceptional instances, training and/or experience may be substituted for part or all of the educational requirements.
Experience – Four years of public library experience in one or more aspects relevant to collection development and ordering materials. Demonstrated experience with urban library collections and current trends in publishing and collection development. Demonstrated proficiency in standard computer applications, spreadsheets, databases, integrated library systems, and traditional library resources.

Competencies

Proficiency with MSWord, Publisher, Power Point, and Excel.
Ability to execute library policy.
Ability to plan, train and supervise the work of others.
Demonstrates initiative and independent decision making skills.
Excellent communication, public speaking, and presentation skills are essential.
Ability to think creatively and innovatively.
Identifies, plans, and prioritizes job responsibilities and tasks; determines and implements project timelines.
Demonstrates flexibility and the ability to adapt to change.
Ability to work collaboratively and proactively with various committees and levels of staff in a team environment.

Requirements

Residency – Must be a resident of the City of Boston upon the first day of hire.
CORI – Must successfully clear a Criminal Offenders Record Information check with the City of Boston.

Hours per week: 35

Salary: 73,276.65-95,420.33

How to Apply:

To view the full job description and to apply visit: https://city-boston.icims.com/jobs/27619/collection-development-coordinator/job?hub=8&_gl=1*i5buzm*_ga*MzQ0MTA2MDE2LjE3MjQ4MDAzMzk.*_ga_5Y2BYGL910*MTczMjM3NjY2NC4zLjEuMTczMjM3Nzk1OS41Ny4wLjA.