Collection Management Specialist – Mackin

Position: Collection Management Specialist
Library: Mackin

Requirements:

  • Understanding of library practices and automation systems
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Excellent research skills
  • Ability to work under deadlines
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to manage several tasks at one time
  • Computer knowledge in Microsoft Office programs
  • Ability to work independently as well as within a group

Education and Experience:

• Minimum of three years school library experience
• Media Specialist certification -or- Master’s in Library Science
• Proficient in Spanish helpful but not required

Responsibilities:

  • Making specific recommendations for K-12 school libraries regarding needs in their collections
  • Evaluating children’s and YA books, both fiction and nonfiction
  • Working with school librarians in evaluating their library collection
  • Creating and maintaining lists of materials relating to curricular subjects, fiction genres, and other topics – using reviews, samples
  • Researching, using bibliographic utilities
  • Researching school standards

Hours: Full-time day hours

Mackin is a friendly working environment, where qualified employees are eligible to enroll in the following benefits: PTO, 401 (k), Health Plan, Flex Plan, Life Insurance, Dental Insurance, LTD and STD Insurance and Paid holidays

To Apply: Go to www.mackin.com and under the “About Us” section click on the employment tab, and then on the position, fill out questionnaire, attach resume and cover letter. All applications must include a cover letter in order to be considered.

Mackin Educational Resources is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, veteran status, national origin, genetic information, sexual orientation, and the presence of mental, physical, or sensory disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local laws.