Head Cataloging Librarian develops cataloging policies and procedures and implements improvement. Manages staff and student assistants in all formats cataloging following updated workflows. Being a Head Cataloging Librarian creates metadata schema to ensure efficient workflow for metadata projects. Typically requires a master's degree. Additionally, Head Cataloging Librarian typically reports to top management. The Head Cataloging Librarian manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Head Cataloging Librarian typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
establishing a library climate that enables and encourages all learners to explore and meet their information needs; and using his or her unique knowledge base to provide experiences that help learners locate, evaluate and use information to solve problems while becoming lifelong readers and learners.
QUALIFICATIONS :
Education / Certification :
Master’s Degree in Library Science, required
Texas Learning Resources Specialist Certificate or Endorsement or School Librarian Certificate, required
Special Knowledge / Skills :
Communicate effectively (verbal and written); utilize effective interpersonal skills; manage library accounts and budgets;
utilize appropriate information technologies
Experience :
Three (3) years of experience as a classroom teacher, required
Day : 197
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES / ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS :
2. Provide group instructional and individual user guidance for students and staff in location of resources and use of research techniques.
3. Participate in curriculum design and plan cooperatively with administrators, teachers and students, individually and in groups, for effective use of the library’s resources and facilities.
4. Manage the acquisition, processing, organization, distribution, maintenance and inventory of library resources.
5. Perform library management operations such as budgeting, purchasing, scheduling, managing and maintaining library facilities and resources;
and overseeing circulation and inventory.
6. Direct and encourage students in the ethical use of resources to locate, gather, select, synthesize and evaluate relevant information.
7. Provide instructional access to library resources and facilities through open, flexible scheduling for classes, small groups and individuals.
8. Interact with students to promote reading as a lifelong activity and plan activities to stimulate student and teacher use of library materials and facilities.
9. Collaborate with faculty and students to ensure that the process of evaluating and selecting library resources provides curriculum-related and leisure reading materials.
10. Provide a balanced, carefully selected and systematically organized collection of library resources to meet students’ needs.
11. Plan and direct activities of the library clerk, student aides and volunteers.
12. Serve as a liaison between the digital learning and library department supporting technology integration throughout the school.
13. Acquire materials not available in the school library through inter-library loan.
14. Follow McAllen ISD customer service standards.
15. Perform other duties assigned by immediate supervisor (primary evaluator).
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES :
None
EQUIPMENT USED :
Computer, copier, fax machine, multimedia equipment
WORKING CONDITIONS : Mental Demands :
Mental Demands :
Maintain ability to communicate effectively; works cooperatively with students and staff; demonstrate efficiency in application of established library procedures.
Maintain emotional control under stress; coordinate multiple projects; meet deadlines
Physical Demands / Environmental Factors :
Occasional prolonged and irregular hours
Light to moderate lifting as required
Last updated : 2024-05-09
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