Section 43Sec./Art. 43

City Librarian. (a) The City Librarian must be a citizen of the Philippines, a resident of the City, of good moral character, a holder of a college degree preferably in library science or any related course from a recognized college or university, a licensed librarian, a first grade civil service eligible or its equivalent, and must have acquired at least five (5) years experience in library administration.

(b)The City Librarian shall take charge of the City Library, and shall:

(1)Formulate plans and programs to carry out a responsive and effective delivery of free library services to students, professionals, and the general public;

(2)Determine policies, rules and regulations on the operation and management of the City Library;

(3)Acquire library facilities and equipment;

(4)Manage the procurement of books, periodicals, documents, and papers of research value through purchase, donation, or allocation from the National Library for the collection development of the City Library, either in print or in digital format;

(5)Maintain and continually upgrade the operation of the internet and electronic library (e-library) services of the City Library in order to keep abreast with the fast changing trends in information and science and technology for fast and global access to unlimited information;

(6)Maintain and continually upgrade the operation of the online public access catalog or computerized catalog for easier and faster access to the various collections of the City Library;

(7)Adopt and administer a system of classifying, cataloguing, filing, indexing and labeling in the preparation of library reading materials, in print and digital format, in accordance with the modern trends of library science;

(8)Prepare the annual budget of the City Library; submit appropriate reports; rate efficiency rating of subordinates; and attend meetings, conferences, and seminars;

(9)Provide technical assistance in the establishment and operation of barangay libraries in the City pursuant to Republic Act No. 7743; and

(10)Maintain the upkeep of the City Library building and its premises, and safeguard and preserve its contents.

(c)Exercise such other powers and perform other duties and functions as provided for under theLocal Government Code of 1991, as amended, and those that are prescribed by law or ordinance.