Circulation & Collection Manager, Dedham Public Library (Dedham, MA)
Posted February 6, 2025
Job Summary
The Town of Dedham seeks highly qualified candidates for the position of Circulation and Collection Manager to oversee the Library’s physical and digital collection, guide staff in collection development, provide leadership and vision for the development and marketing of the collections and resources. The Circulation and Collection Manager is also responsible for managing the circulation departments at both facilities including supervising circulation staff, coordinating interlibrary loan services, and developing or implementing circulation procedures.
Why work for the Town of Dedham? Located approximately 10 miles southwest of Boston, Dedham is a historic town that blends suburban charm with a rich history. Dedham is well connected to major highways, including Route 128 (I-96) and Route 1, in addition to public transportation, including the MBTA commuter rail and bus routes.
Working for the Town offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the growth and prosperity of a vibrant community. Come join us!
Qualifications
Education and Experience
- MLS degree required
- 1-3 years experience in public library collection development.
- Three years of progressively more responsible professional library experience, with two years in a supervisory capacity.
- Must receive an acceptable CORI/SORI report
Knowledge, Ability and Skill
- Experience implementing collection development and collection management procedures across multiple library facilities
- Experience working with and implementing different organizations of knowledge to maximize circulation and community utilization
- Experience in developing and writing procedures
- Knowledge of current trends in libraries including collection management, development, and marketing, technology, and social media
- Demonstrated ability to successfully supervise, mentor, and train personnel
- Experience creating marketing material
- Grant writing skills are highly desirable
- Proficiency in the use of Sierra Library Service Platform, Microsoft Office, Canva, Google Drive, and willingness to learn new software programs as needed
- Ability to work well with a large staff and diverse patrons and be committed to fostering a positive, collaborative work environment
- Ability to implement new ideas, programs, and practices within the Library to maximize community utilization
- Ability to thrive in an ever-changing, fast-paced collaborative environment
- Possess a thorough knowledge of and familiarity with modern office equipment, technology, electronic equipment, and software applications and operations
- Possesses a high degree of organization and time management skills and has the ability to prioritize, multi-task, and handle diverse tasks
- Ability to understand written procedures and understand complex, multi-step, written and oral instructions
- Available to work a flexible schedule consisting of 37.5 hours to week, including a weekly evening shift and additional weekend and evening shifts as needed
- Ability to take initiative, exercise sound judgment and make decisions within scope of their authority
- High level of professionalism and the ability to maintain confidentiality
- Ability to relate and communicate in a positive manner and deal tactfully and appropriately with the general public and town departments. Ability to recognize those areas for which inquiries should be referred to a superior
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Bilingual or with functional knowledge of another language preferre
Compensation
The salary range for this position is $44.67-$54.77 per hour, commensurate to education and professional experience.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, please email a cover letter and resume to [email protected]. To learn additional information about the position, please follow this link to the Town of Dedham’s website.
Application review will begin immediately and applications will be accepted until the position is filled.