Technical services librarian vs library manager

Differences between technical services librarian and library manager duties and responsibilities

Technical services librarian example responsibilities.

• Manage integrated library system including OPAC, serials control, cataloging and acquisitions.
• Proofread and edit MARC records, perform database clean-up, and maintain records in online catalog.
• Coordinate cataloging, classification and processing of books and audiovisual materials.
• Identify and refer items that need attention of the cataloging or conservation department
• Open new patron accounts, provide customer support regarding account status and work with Polaris systems.

Library manager example responsibilities.

• Provide continuous cataloging training for library staff.
• Operate library cataloging system efficiently by providing unique identification code to the newly purchase books.
• Provide safety and security oversight of the library, training and updating evacuation/plot plans and extinguishment methods.
• Research using LEXIS-NEXIS and WestLaw databases for legal, business, and newspaper research.
• Utilize Lexis and Westlaw extensively to locate articles and case law relate to the topic.
• Record retention.SecurityDuties include enforcing the rules and regulations of TDCJ.