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Title posted on CivicJobs.ca - Corporate Librarian
Posted on June 18, 2024 by Employer details Metro Vancouver
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Corporate LibrarianPosition Status: Full-Time RegularDepartment: Board & Information ServicesEmployee Group: Teamsters Local 31Location: 4515 Central Boulevard, BurnabySalary Range/ Wage Rate: PG T27 $3,486.53 - $4,119.45 bi-weekly Our Board & Information Services Department is seeking a Corporate Librarian who will plan, develop, operate and raise awareness of Metro Vancouver?s library services program. You are: Passionate about applying your knowledge of current issues, trends and opportunities to provide innovative library services and spaces for Metro Vancouver; A people-oriented person who enjoys facilitating research enquiries with different client groups and to develop and maintain effective working relationships; Interested in transforming the delivery of library services and improving policies, standards and processes relating to library acquisition, cataloguing, copyright and preservation of library resources; Able to work independently and in a collaborative work environment involving partners with different requirements and perspectives. This role:Plans and coordinates the provision of library services; identifies, selects, acquires and manages information resources to meet the requirements of client departments; prepares draft library policies and/or participates in the development of organizational policies related to issues such as copyright, retention, archiving, preservation and maintenance of internally produced documents. Administers the selection and procurement of electronic information products; negotiates vendor contracts including terms of usage and ongoing product development; issues contracts within assigned budget; ensures contract compliance; troubleshoots subscription and access problems; recommends and administers subscription renewal. Provides reference, research services and information in response to a variety of requests from departmental staff, municipalities, the business community and the general public. Oversees the cataloguing of material acquired in accordance with approved library methods and indexing; establishes and maintains archival collections of photos and other materials. Prepares and administers the library budget, supervises monthly record of expenditures; distributes funds for new acquisitions and manages approved departmental allocations on request. Encourages and promotes the use of library services and materials; interviews clients to identify and assess their information needs; locates and evaluates potential information sources; directs information to clients; provides advice and training to staff in online searching of library resources. Maintains, troubleshoots and participates in upgrading and replacement of the automated library system; oversees customization of same. Plans, assigns and supervises the work of one or more para-professional subordinates; participates in recruitment of and trains staff; oversees the work and training of professional librarians on a contract basis. Performs related work as required. To be successful, you have:University graduation plus a degree in librarianship from an accredited library school with considerable experience at the full professional level, including some supervisory experience. Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of library science, its application to a specialized library and of the objectives, services and resources of the library. Considerable knowledge of the methods, techniques, equipment and practices in providing electronic resource services. Considerable knowledge of research practices, procedures, methods and techniques. Sound knowledge of the Metro Vancouver organization, functions and information requirements. Ability to assess client needs and to plan, promote and implement services and policies in accordance with these and with the library's objectives. Ability to evaluate, negotiate and coordinate the procurement of library resources. Ability to perform research and analytical- LocationBurnaby, BC
- Salary$3,486.53BIWEEKLY bi-weekly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Start date Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CivicJobs.ca #95548
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