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Summary of Job The Youth Services Manager reports to the Library Director and manages the day-to-day operations of the Youth Services Department. This position manages the youth services staff, oversees the development and maintenance of the youth services collection, administers library programs focusing on youth ages 0-17, promotes library services to the community, and participates in the library's day-to-day operations. Essential Duties & Responsibilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Administer and oversee the Youth Services Department.

Hire, train, and coordinate work assignments; supervise, evaluate, and discipline assigned staff. Author policies and procedures as needed. Communicate official plans, policies, and procedures to staff and the public.

Collaborates with the Assistant Director on the Youth Services Department Schedule. Serve as a leadership team member to ensure the library's smooth operation. Develop feasible, realistic solutions to problems or questions.

Address problems and concerns in a timely manner. In consultation with the Library Director, implement changes or improvements in library operations. Provide high-quality, approachable customer service to patrons via various communication methods, including in-person, phone, and email, focusing on reference, technology, and readers' advisory.

Maintain confidentiality in all interactions and communications with patrons. According to the Collection Development and Selection Policy, select materials for purchase for assigned collection areas. Maintain assigned areas by cataloging new materials and systematically evaluating currently owned materials and their collections.

Coordinate, organize, prepare, and present programs to promote lifelong independent learners and literacy in our community. Coordinate work assignments and supervise the work of volunteers. Prepare informational and promotional materials about library events and resources, including press releases, flyers, displays, resource guides, calendars, and newsletters in both print and non-print form.

Plan long-range activities, including evaluating, recommending, and implementing service improvements, collections, programs, technology, equipment, and facilities. Review library programs and services on an ongoing basis. Recommend changes or new programs to implement that promote lifelong independent learners and literacy in our community.

Maintains contact with other City departments, Milwaukee Federated Library System, and other librarians located throughout the County, as well as library vendors to represent the needs of youth ages 0-17. Maintain a working environment that sustains a high level of employee morale, collaboration, and productivity. Prepare and maintain library statistics for the Youth Services Department and provide a monthly report to the Library Director.

Evaluate effectiveness of department activities and results of output measures. Used budgeted funds and materials effectively and efficiently. Must be able to maintain a regular work schedule and work evenings and weekends, sometimes with little notice Maintain up-to-date knowledge of trends in library services by reading professional literature and participating in committees and continuing education opportunities.

Use budgeted funds and materials effectively and efficiently. .Follow and enforce library policies and procedures. Perform other tasks and projects as assigned

Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Probationary Period There is a one-year (1) probationary period.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Ability to work 40 hours per week, including evenings, and a rotating Saturday and Sunday schedule. Flexibility in scheduling is required Qualifications Required Education/Training and Experience Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited institution.

Two (2) years of recent experience in library operations required (public library experience preferred) with experience, knowledge, or training related to youth services. Excellent communication, strong customer service, and supervisory skills are required. One (1) year of managerial or supervisor experience is required.

Two (2) or more years preferred. The Greenfield Public Library reserves the right to utilize equivalencies where deemed appropriate regarding education and experience requirements and may consider combinations of education and experience likely to lead to success with essential duties and responsibilities. Physical Demands The physical demands described here represent those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 45 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment General office environment, with occasional outdoor work.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Equipment Used Computer, telephone, fax machine, transcription equipment.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities 1. Good interpersonal skills and ability to maintain and foster cooperative and courteous working relationships with the public, peers, and supervisors. 2.

Ability to work well with and relate to patrons of all ages, especially youth and their caregivers. 3. Ability to set priorities and manage time to complete tasks on time.

4. Ability to creatively and effectively make decisions based on experience, knowledge, or training without supervision. Considerable ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.

5. Ability to foster a working environment promoting high employee morale and productivity. 6.

Demonstrated experience managing library services, working with budgets, and providing library services to a variety of customer groups. 7. Proven ability to adapt quickly to changing needs within the library environment.

8. Advanced knowledge of current principles and practices of library operations, services and materials. 9.

Ability to understand policies and procedures and apply them to library operations. 10. Competency and experience using and supporting current digital devices and software, including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office, the Internet, Adobe Software Suite, iOS and Android platforms and devices.

11. Demonstrated ability to create engaging and meaningful content to market, publicize, and promote library services to the public. 12.

Ability to maintain confidentiality. 13. Ability to gather statistics, analyze information, and prepare reports.

14. Ability to maintain a working knowledge of contemporary issues, trends, and technology in youth services by attending workshops and professional meetings and by reading current professional literature. 15.

Good oral and written communication skills. 16. Proficiency with English grammar and spelling.

17. Ability to calculate basic arithmetic problems without a calculator. 18.

Ability to communicate effectively with staff and the public in person or on the telephone. 19. Ability to project a friendly, efficient image on the telephone and in person.

20. Ability to maintain composure under pressure. 21.

Keyboarding and filing ability. 22. Ability to work as a team member.

23. Ability to adapt to and accept change. 24.

Ability to work in a computerized environment. Salary and Benefits Wages and benefits are determined by the existing Non-Represented Resolution. Other Duties Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. AAP/EEO Statement It is the policy of the City of Greenfield not to discriminate unlawfully against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, handicap, sex, physical condition, disability, national origin, creed, marital status, citizenship status, veteran status, membership in the military or national guard, use of a lawful product while off duty, ancestry, sexual orientation, arrest, or conviction record or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law. This policy shall include, but not be limited to, the following: employment, upgrading, demotion or transfer; recruitment or other compensation; and selection for training, including apprenticeship.

This City further agrees to take affirmative action to ensure equal employment opportunities. Further Information about the Greenfield Public Library www.GreenfieldLibrary.org Further Information about City of Greenfield https://www.ci.greenfield.wi.us/31/Community