The Enfield Public Library is seeking a friendly, enthusiastic and organized individual to fill our Head of Circulation position. The Head of Circulation is responsible for maintaining the circulation desk schedule and directing our team of Library Assistants and Pages. A commitment to excellent customer service is a must!
Full-time, 35 hours per week, with some evening and weekend hours on a regular rotation.
Rate of Pay: $31.32/hour
Closing Date: September 20, 2024, or until filled
ACCESS THE FULL VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT AND APPLICATION LINK HERE
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Responsible for overseeing entire circulation activity, including the issuing, return and record keeping procedures of the library, assigning job tasks to library pages, train library assistants in computerized circulation functions.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the general supervision of the Director of Libraries within general procedural and policy guidelines.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Directs activities of Library Assistants and Pages.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Regular & punctual attendance; assigns job tasks to Library Assistants and Pages and verifies accuracy of assignments; provides monthly and annual reports of circulation activity; recommends usage of reading and reference material; makes work schedules; trains Library Assistants in computerized circulation functions; covers at circulation desk.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY: Knowledge of library reference and cataloging methods; knowledge of bibliographic sources of information; decision making ability; ability to maintain appropriate records and reports of activities. Computer knowledge & skills as well as knowledge of library ILS systems, ability to convey this to the public as well as staff, and ability to remain current as computer technology changes.
EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING: Requires Bachelor's Degree plus three to five years’ progressive library experience.
