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123 S. Linn St. • Iowa City, IA 52240
319-356-5200 • icpl.org
Accepting applications for:
Library Coordinator
Collection Services
Applicant deadline: Monday, October 20, 2025
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One permanent, full-time position available (40 hours).
Salary Range: $92,539.20 to $135,116.80
Schedule: Monday through Friday 8 AM to 5 PM.
Includes occasional evening and weekend hours.
Job summary:
Plans and directs the operational activities of the Library Collection Services Department, including selection,
acquisitions, serials, cataloging and processing. Responsible for the implementation of policies, procedures,
workflow and training associated with all aspects of Collection Services work. Oversees selection staff and
works with the Library Director on collection policies. Administers cooperative collection sharing programs.
Participates in ongoing Library management and serves as Library's management representative in Union
negotiation. Assists with annual materials budget preparation and monitoring. Coordinates staff
development. Functional direction is exercised over permanent and temporary staff assigned to work in
Collection Services. Serves as head cataloger. Works on Information Desk. Serves on other Library
committees and task groups as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master's degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA accredited institution and three years of
related experience. Experience in a public library in collections. State of Iowa librarian certification upon
hire. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master's degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA accredited institution and four years of
related experience. Experience with statistical reporting, planning and budgeting, and supervisory
experience. Experience in collection development and cataloging in a public library setting.
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It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and
potential City employees.
Date posted: September 19, 2025
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Position Title:
Library Coordinator — Collection Services
Department:
Iowa City Public Library
Division:
Collection Services
Supervisor:
Library Director
FLEA:
Exempt
Pay Grade:
30
Job Number:
3004
Job Summary
Plans and directs the operational activities of the Library Collection Services Department,
including selection, acquisitions, serials, cataloging and processing. Responsible for the
implementation of policies, procedures, workflow and training associated with all aspects of
Collection Services work. Oversees selection staff and works with the Library Director on
collection policies. Administers cooperative collection sharing programs. Participates in ongoing
Library management and serves as Library's management representative in Union negotiation.
Assists with annual materials budget preparation and monitoring. Coordinates staff
development. Functional direction is exercised over permanent and temporary staff assigned to
work in Collection Services. Serves as head cataloger. Works on Information Desk. Serves on
other Library committees and task groups as assigned.
Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive
or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
department.
0 Coordinates collections services for the library. Meets regularly with other management
staff and the Director to plan library services; coordinates projects, staff development,
resolves problems and keeps other departments informed about projects and workflow.
0 Directs the acquisition and cataloging of library materials; determines methods and
techniques for the physical and digital preparation of library materials; supervises check -
in and distribution of serials collection.
0 Chairs the Selection Workgroup.
0 Assists the Director with annual materials budget preparation; monitoring and reporting.
Assists with the preparation of statistical reports.
0 Serves as library's management representative in Union negotiations.
* Interprets management decisions, directions, policies and regulations to the Collection
Services staff; communicates Collection Services staff needs and suggestions to the
• Determines content on the library's website in areas assigned to Collection Services.
• Provides leadership in the design and implementation of automated systems used in
Collection Services, including the library catalog.
• Coordinates joint collection development activities with area libraries.
• Approves library vouchers in absence of the Director.
• Administers contracts with collection and service vendors.
• May catalog and classify library materials.
• Serves in Information Desk evening and weekend rotations. Completes opening and
closing duties.
• Reads widely in local and professional literature to assure awareness in contemporary
trends in community, subject area, and librarianship. Maintains awareness of new
collections and cataloging techniques. Maintains certification and skills by participating
in continuing education opportunities.
• Answers questions about library services, policies, procedures, and collections.
Implements adopted policies and procedures.
Consistently presents the Iowa City Public Library and its collections, programs, and
services in a positive manner and adheres to customer services procedures and
guidelines as established by the library.
• Conducts self in a professional manner which demonstrates courtesy and respect for all
community members and coworkers.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Master's degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA accredited institution and
three years of related experience. Experience in a public library in collections.
• State of Iowa librarian certification upon hire. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass
criminal background check.
Treferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
Master's degree in Library or Information Science from an ALA accredited institution and
four years of related experience. Experience with statistical reporting, planning and
budgeting, and supervisory experience. Experience in collection development and
cataloging in a public library setting.
*(nowledge, Skills, and Abilities
* Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, proportions, and percentages
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• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions,
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of
managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Ability to engage and serve the public in a positive manner.
• Ability to inspire continual learning and collaboration and to lead the development and
implementation of new and/or enhanced systems.
• Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or
diagram form and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.
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• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals,
technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to reliably and predictably carry out duties.
• Ability to understand and interpret technical information.
• Ability to work in an innovative and fast -paced public service environment.
• Ability to write policies and develop procedures.
• Advanced skill in cataloging and classifying library materials.
• Knowledge of collection development and library materials acquisitions methods,
• Knowledge of Dewey Decimal Classification, Library of Congress Subject Headings,
Anglo-American Cataloging Rules, Resource Description and Access (RDA), MARC and
BIBFRAME record •
• Knowledge of integrated online library systems, automated cataloging, use of other
bibliographic utilities.
• Knowledge • • automation and its application to collection services • and
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Knowledge of management theory and techniques; service planning and evaluation.
Knowledge of publishing industry, budgeting and accounting practices, contract
administration and online ordering tools from a variety of library material vendors.
Knowledge of the acquisition, organization, and display of historical collections.
Knowledge of the methods, practices and techniques used in library cataloging and
classification.
Knowledge of the mission and functions of a public library.
Skill in supervising others; writing and speaking effectively; maintaining statistics and
preparing reports.
Skill in using computers and applicable software applications (Microsoft Office — Word,
Excel, Outlook), integrated library system, mobile devices, online catalog, information
retrieval and electronic communication.
Supervision
the department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's
policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include supervising direct reports including
interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; writing
and delivering performance reviews; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing
complaints and resolving problems; and terminating employees,
Physical Demands
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Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential duties and responsibilities.
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and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk and stoop, kneel, crouch, or
crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision
abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception
and ability to adjust focus.
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duties and responsibilities.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Duties are generally performed in
time and the work may expose the employee to unpleasant social situations and significant
work pace pressure.
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Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential
accommodations with the employer.
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