Collection Development Librarian - California Academy of Sciences - San Francisco

This one sounds really cool as well.

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POSITION SUMMARY: Reporting to the User Services Librarian, the Collection Development Librarian plays a leading role in the selection and acquisition of library resources for the Research Division. This position also supports the User Services Librarian by providing high-level and directional reference assistance to Academy Library patrons and outside researchers, and assisting with education and outreach activities.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Spearhead collection development activities for the Research Division, including the evaluation and purchase of monographs, journals, and electronic resources.
• Assist in building and maintenance of Library web pages and resources lists using a Drupal-based content management system.
• Provide reference services to Academy staff, volunteers, researchers, and outside patrons in person as well as via email, telephone, and online chat.
• Assist the User Services Librarian in conducting education and outreach activities, such as library orientation sessions, and in creating instructional services, such as online tutorials.
• Follow all Academy safety regulations.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

The ideal candidate will possess a combination of the following education and/or equivalent experience

• Master's degree in librarianship from a degree program accredited by the American Library Association.
• 2+ years experience working in a museum or academic library, reference and/or collection development experience preferred.
• Subject expertise in areas such as biology, ecology, or environmental science.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge and understanding of core library functions.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Attention to detail with a consistently high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to work effectively with co-workers and volunteers.
• Skilled at using MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
• Familiarity with both Windows- and Mac-based operating systems; Linux experience a plus.
• Ability to create webpages and online content, using hand coding, WYSIWYG editors, blogging software, etc.
• Experience with an integrated library system such as ExLibris ALEPH.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups or individuals. Knowledge of Latin, French, German, or Spanish a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, sit, walk, and reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear. Must be able to lift 25 lbs. Must be able to perform repetitive motions 75% of the time.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Please submit your cover letter and resume online. Note that the recruitment timeline for positions vary and depend on many factors, so it is impossible to accurately predict when a position will close. We appreciate your patience during this process. No phone calls please.