Library Manager

Description

Purpose

Under general direction, the Library Manager oversees the daily operation of a library and coordinates services with the other libraries in the Worthington Libraries system.

Essential Position Functions

Oversees the daily operation of a library location

Supervisory duties

Works closely with managers and librarians to coordinate circulation, programming and collection development functions

Coordinates with library managers at all library locations to implement services and plan programs

Participates in the development and administration of the annual budget for a library

Ensures ongoing collection maintenance of print, audio-visual, and electronic resources

Establishes and maintains effective relationships with the community

Participates in long range planning

Evaluates building and equipment maintenance and repair needs and works with Facilities staff to address them

Ensures effective exchange of communication among departments and between libraries

Performs duties of Circulation Manager and Lead Librarian, as needed Requirements

Education, Training, and/or Experience

Master's degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited school

A minimum of two (2) years of professional library experience in positions with progressive levels of responsibility

A minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

Proficient in the use of the Integrated Library System (ILS)

Ability to maintain confidentiality and use appropriate judgment in handling information and records

Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations and library policies

Ability to work accurately with attention to detail

Ability to arrange items in alphanumeric and/or subject order

Ability to address and resolve patron conflicts equitably

Knowledge of traditional and electronic resources including web sites, databases and on-line searching skills

Knowledge of budget development and administration

Knowledge of state and federal employment laws

Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions

Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office applications including Outlook, Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint Certifications, Licenses, Registrations

Valid driver's license, with an acceptable driving record

Physical Demands

Ability to sit and use computer for extended periods and operate standard office equipment, daily

Ability to lift and move up to fifty (50) pounds, daily

Ability to push book trucks with up to 150 pounds of materials on them, daily

Ability to stand for extended periods, daily

Travel by automobile is required frequently

Ability to perform repeated reaching, bending, climbing and squatting, daily Working Conditions

Majority of work performed in general office/library environment

Requires availability for extended hours as needed

Requires evenings and/or weekends

Requires periodic participation and attendance at events and training