We are looking for a visionary who can "open doors to imagination, knowledge, connection, and ... Management experience, preferably in public libraries, with progressive levels of responsibility ...
We are looking for a visionary who can "open doors to imagination, knowledge, connection, and ... Management experience, preferably in public libraries, with progressive levels of responsibility ...
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$61K - $92K/yr
Full-time
Posted 11 days ago
Job description
Minimum Qualifications:
- MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited institution is required.
- Management experience, preferably in public libraries, with progressive levels of responsibility and supervision, is required.
- Two to three years of related experience or any equivalent combination of experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and ability is required.
- Ability to load, unload, lift, shelve, transfer, and/or transport materials up to 75 lbs. is required.
- Ability to work days, evenings, and weekends is required. The schedule may change as the needs of the Library change.
- The ability to travel between Library locations as needed is required.
- Regular and predictable physical attendance is required.
- Must satisfactorily complete a background investigation.
- Strong grasp of the principles of library and information science.
- Knowledge of Library practices and trends in services.
- Knowledge of current Library computing practices, standards, and equipment.
- Familiarity with a wide range of research methods and tools.
- Ability to devise and execute effective searches using the Library’s catalog, subscription databases, and online resources.
- Extensive knowledge of the Dewey Decimal Classification (DDC) system.
- Knowledge of and location of Library materials.
- Ability to address and resolve patron and staff conflicts.
- Ability to multitask and shift priorities as required.
- Self-motivated with strong time management skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively in written and oral form.
- Ability to define problems, collect data, evaluate evidence, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Demonstrates strong supervisory skills, as well as knowledge of supervisory methods and techniques.
- Demonstrates strong project management skills, as well as knowledge of project planning and techniques.
- Strong technology skills.
- Flexibility and adaptability.
- Well organized with strict attention to detail.
- Ability to interpret and apply Library policy.
- Works well individually and as part of a team.
- Serves as the “person in-charge” role in the absence of the Branch Manager.
- Oversees the daily operation of the Youth Services Department.
- Manages Youth Services desk schedule.
- Provides direct service to patrons (i.e., phone, in-person, computer lab, drive-through curbside, information desk, readers’ advisory, virtual).
- Plans and provides programming for children and teens (i.e., in-person, virtual).
- Creates, maintains, and develops partnerships with local agencies, organizations, and school districts.
- Assists with all Library resources, services, equipment, and technology.
- Assists patrons in the selection, location, and use of Library materials and resources.
- Assists with collection development as assigned.
- Plans and leads shifting, weeding, and collection maintenance projects with the Adult Services and Collections Manager and Branch Manager.
- Assists with planning and managing an annual budget.
- Assists with hiring. Supervises Youth Services staff. Provides direction, coaches, trains, develops, and sets performance standards to meet or exceed Library goals and expectations.
- Stays up-to-date with new developments, best practices, participates in continuing education events, and attends appropriate conferences/trainings.
- Participates in the state library association and/or other professional organizations.
- May attend meetings of the Board of Trustees.
- Attends regular staff and committee meetings as assigned.
- Supports and implements the Library’s Mission Statement, Vision Statement, Strategic Plan, and Customer Service Expectations. Contributes to the strategic and long-range planning for the Library system.
- Performs other duties and tasks as assigned.
Working Conditions:
- All Library positions require some or varying levels of physical activity, including standing, walking, reaching, squatting, lifting, carrying, pushing, and grasping.
- Ability to sit/stand and use a computer for extended periods and standard office equipment daily.
- The majority of work is performed in a public building office environment.
- Employees should be able to lift and/or carry 25 lbs. consistently and 75 lbs. occasionally.
- Employees should be able to push Library carts 25 lbs. consistently and 75 lbs. occasionally.
- Requires, at a minimum, 25-minutes of aerobic exercise during some programming.
- Requires travel between Library locations as needed.
- Requires the ability to work extended hours as needed.
- Requires evening and/or weekends as needed.
- Requires periodic participation and attendance at events and trainings.
About DELAWARE COUNTY DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Industry
Libraries and archives
Company size
11 - 50 Employees
Headquarters location
Ostrander, OH, US
Year founded
1951