Wage Classification: E-4A - $69,030.16 - $87,849.19
Open until filled
General Statement of Duties:
A very responsible technical position creating library adult
programming and ensuring the library is meeting the needs of the
community through outreach efforts.
Supervision Received: Works under the general direction of the Library Director.
Supervision Exercised:
Performs managerial duties including training staff, resolving customer
disputes, and directing library operations in absence of the Library
Director.
Essential Job Functions: Initiates,
plans, oversees, and conducts a variety of programs and activities to
encourage the use of the library by adults including: films, concerts,
reading clubs, speakers and performers, and other special events.
Evaluate presenters to maintain a set of quality program options for
staff at branches, which fulfill the needs of diverse communities and
target audiences. Advises appropriate library staff of upcoming programs
for posting on the website, social media, and other communication
channels. Builds relationships and networks with internal and external
partners to fulfill the library’s mission. Collaborates with community
groups to expand and promote library services, and participate in
outreach events. Serves as a representative/liaison in external library
and community meetings, and communicates relevant information to Library
Director and other pertinent staff. Creates a diverse collection that
meets the needs of the community. Assists director in selection and
weeding of materials for Adult print collection. Purchases materials for
e-collection on a monthly basis. Provides informational and/or
technology assistance to library customers. Matches customers’ needs
with information and resources in a meaningful, appropriate, and
professional manner, in a virtual setting or in the community. Compiles
information and prepares statistical reports. Regular and punctual
attendance.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Thorough knowledge of professional library principles, practices,
research methods and and materials; thorough knowledge of reader
interest levels, books, authors and reference resources to be considered
in developing the collection of a public library with a popular
materials focus; knowledge of current trends in library technologies and
services; experience with social media marketing strategies and tools;
knowledge of professional librarian reference and research methods.
High level of professionalism and experience in supervision. Knowledge
of library literature and professional library organizations and
networks. Strong public service focus, excellent customer services
skills and demonstrated connection with the community. Excellent oral
and written communication and presentation skills. Critical thinking
skills with the ability to draw conclusions or approaches to problems to
implement solutions; ability to recruit, supervise, train and evaluate
staff; ability to foster relationships and deal effectively with
officials, business owners, outside agencies, employees, and the general
public. Ability to work both independently and inclusively as part of a
team. Ability to assess needs, initiate, organize and execute public
programs in a library setting applicable to the population; ability to
acquire working knowledge of community resources. Ability to manage
projects including needs assessment, goal setting, strategic
development, implementation, resource management and outcome evaluation.
Ability to prepare and publicly present reports in a clear and concise
manner; ability to maintain statistical records. Must be computer
proficient with the ability to learn software programs specific to the
job. Ability to work evenings and weekends. A Police background check
will be required.
Experience & Training:
Master’s degree in Library Science (MLS), with at least three (3) years
of increasingly responsible experience in library administration, of
which at least one (1) year of supervisory experience. Experience
working with diverse populations. Experience planning and conducting
programs for adults; any equivalent combination of education and
experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of this
position.
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