Under direct supervision of the Youth Collection Development Librarian, the Youth Services Librarian in Collection Development assists staff District-wide in their selection of young people’s and teen materials and the development of those collections, with an emphasis on grade levels K thru 8, to meet community needs
- Works with the Young People’s Collection Development Librarian to strengthen teen and young people’s material collection with an emphasis on grade levels K thru 8.
- Under supervision, evaluates materials in all formats for teen and young people’s collections, and makes recommendations for purchase.
- Monitors the creation of book lists within area of emphasis as needed by YPL staff.
- Ensures desired materials within area of emphasis are added to the collection as expeditiously as possible working closely with the Young People’s Collection Development Librarian.
- Provides collection development guidance for YPL staff.
- Assists YPL professional staff in developing the knowledge and skills needed in their collection development work.
- Interprets and explains Library District materials policies and procedures where appropriate.
- Under supervision, develops strong working relationships with District staff, community members and with those in the book industry.
- Keeps abreast of new materials and issues that impact on collection development and recommends policies and procedures for the Young People’s collection.
- Utilizes personal computers, laptops, DVDs, InFocus, automated library systems, the Internet, e-mail, on-line tools and resources, and MS Office Suite products.
- Operates office equipment including, but not limited to: copy machine, telephone, and fax machine.
- Attends and participates in professional association meetings and seminars.
- Performs related duties and responsibilities as required.
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