Chief Medical Librarian (MLS) manages daily planning, operations, and staff of a medical library to meet the information needs of users. Oversees professional and support staff involved in cataloging, indexing, issuing books/materials, and keeping records of items on loan. Being a Chief Medical Librarian (MLS) selects books and publications for purchase and subscribes to pertinent periodicals as allowed for by the given budget. Responds to more complex requests from faculty, medical staff, and students. Additionally, Chief Medical Librarian (MLS) possess broad and current knowledge of medical developments and scientific literature. Requires a master's degree in library science. Typically reports to a director. The Chief Medical Librarian (MLS) 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 Chief Medical Librarian (MLS) 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)
Selector Librarian (Children's)
This position joins a team of Librarian Selectors at Monroe County Public Library, strongly committed to the tenets of intellectual freedom and developing collections that represent the diverse interests and needs of our growing community. The Selector Librarian in this role will be responsible for selecting fiction and nonfiction print materials for children from birth to age 12 - excluding graphic novels and manga. Preferred candidates will possess knowledge of children's literature and youth services issues, as well as a passion for providing free and equitable access to a wide range of popular materials for children.
Content Development Department
Responsible for developing and maintaining a system-wide collection of materials selected in accordance with the Library’s Collection Development Policy. Provides leadership and collaboration with the Library’s professional staff in the development of the collection and stays within budget and spending guidelines. Ensures a well- rounded, quality collection and provides subject matter expertise to library and regional/national colleagues. Supports the effective use of the Library’s resources and equipment based on current best practices.
Essential Functions, Responsibilities, Knowledge and Skills
Required Education/Experience and License/Certifications
Supervision Received
Receives general oversight. Uses a wide range of procedures and methods to meet job responsibilities. Refers only complex questions and problems to the manager, most often accompanied with information, data and solutions.
Supervision and Leadership Exercised
Provides leadership, assists in setting standards for areas of expertise, and is accountable for results. Participates in resolving challenges related to services and library-wide issues. Collaborates in the development of objectives and evaluating effectiveness, recommends changes to achieve goals. Participates in mentoring and assists with employee professional development.
Working Conditions
Reasonable Accommodations Statement
An individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodations, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Department
Content Development
Reports to
Content Development Manager
Benefit/FLSA Status
Regular, Exempt, Full Time
Classification
Pay Grade 118
Hours/Week
Full Time, 37.5 Hrs./Wk.
Compensation
Starting at $21.37/Hr. Consideration based on relevant experience.
Certifications
Indiana Public Library (IPL) Certification (or ability to obtain) Librarian Level 3 according to Indiana Code 36-12-11-6 guidelines, required.
Work Schedules
MCPL employees may be assigned to work on weekdays, evenings or weekends. MCPL remains open during local academic breaks and we are unable to accommodate extended absences, including those associated with semester breaks. MCPL work schedules adjust in response to changing operational needs.
This job description is not intended as, nor should it be construed as, exhaustive of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, assignments, or working conditions associated with this job.
MCPL is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in its employees, patrons and community. We encourage applications from members of underrepresented minority groups.
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