Collection Development Librarian – Full Time

The J. Oliver Buswell Jr. Library at Covenant Theological Seminary is seeking a service-oriented and collaborative professional to serve as full-time Collection Development Librarian.

The Collection Development Librarian is responsible for providing leadership in the selection and assessment of materials in the library's collections, including print books, e-books, serials, electronic resources, and other materials. This includes the primary routine functions of acquisitions and interlibrary loan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Select, acquire, and process materials for the Library’s collections in accordance with the Library’s collection development policy, and in collaboration with other library staff and the faculty.
• Manage serials subscriptions and electronic resource licensing.
• Maintain acquisition records in the library system.
• Evaluate and assess the Library’s collections and identify materials for de-acquisition.
• Work with other staff to coordinate collection development, cataloging, and public services.
• Manage and fulfill interlibrary loan requests.
• Help maintain a welcoming and professional environment.
• Assist, as needed, with circulation and reference duties.

Required Qualifications

• MLS or equivalent from an ALA-accredited school; or a master’s-level seminary degree with interest in pursuing a library degree.
• Subject knowledge in theology, biblical studies, and related disciplines, and familiarity with authors and publishers in those fields.
• Ability to build and sustain effective interpersonal relationships with library staff, students, faculty, and visitors.
• Analytical, organizational, and time management skills, and ability to set priorities and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with personal computers, the Internet, and library-related applications. Working knowledge of standard office applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Capacity to adapt to a changing environment and to respond effectively to new needs and priorities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in an academic library environment, preferably in technical services.
• Experience with Innovative Interfaces, Inc.’s Sierra ILS.
• Experience with OCLC WorldShare ILL.

Statement of Faith

As Covenant Seminary is the seminary of the Presbyterian Church in America, applicants must provide a written statement of Christian faith in keeping with the mission of the Seminary.

To Apply

Qualified applicants should send a resume and cover letter to humanresources@covenantseminary.edu by Saturday, April 18, 2020.