ASSISTANT LIBRARY DIRECTOR

Description

ASSISTANT LIBRARY DIRECTOR’s role within the big picture of the City’s overall success.

Oversees the operations of the public library, ensuring the delivery of high-quality services to patrons and efficient management of resources.

ASSISTANT LIBRARY DIRECTOR functions include but are not limited to the following:

• Personnel Management:
  • Supervise, train, and evaluate library staff, ensuring adherence to established policies and procedures.
  • Establish work processes, schedules, and performance standards for library personnel.
  • Provide ongoing training, motivation, and support to enhance staff capabilities and optimize service delivery.
  • Address personnel issues, implement corrective measures, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Strategic Leadership:
  • Collaborate with the Library Director to develop short and long-term goals for the library, aligning with community needs and organizational objectives.
  • Assist in drafting plans to enhance library services and improve operational efficiency.
  • Lead special strategic initiatives and projects as assigned by the Director.
  • Assume leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Library Director, ensuring continuity of operations and effective decision-making.
• Library Operations Management:
  • Manage the circulation desk and automated circulation system, processing payments, providing reference assistance, and supporting front-line staff.
  • Oversee collection development activities, including the evaluation, selection, and acquisition of materials in various formats.
  • Review newly published materials, assess the relevance to community needs, and make purchasing decisions.
  • Monitor money management and assist in budget preparation and execution.
• Community Engagement:
  • Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with other city departments, vendors, patrons, and community stakeholders.
  • Coordinate adult outreach programs, community activities, and presentations to promote library resources and services.
  • Address patron feedback, resolve issues, and adapt library policies and procedures to meet evolving community needs.
  • Stay informed about changing trends in public library operations and incorporate best practices into service delivery.
• Financial Management:
  • Assist in preparing, coordinating, and monitoring library budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources.
  • Utilize financial software to manage budgetary processes and track expenditures.
  • Identify alternate funding sources, such as donations and grants, to support library programs and initiatives.
  • Evaluate bids, procure products and services, and submit recommendations for departmental purchases.
• Personnel Supervision:
  • Supervise subordinate personnel by preparing schedules, reviewing time sheets, resolving conflicts, and conducting performance evaluations.
  • Ensure compliance with policies and procedures, monitor accrued paid time off, and submit volunteer reports and letters of credit.
• Contribute to the team effort by performing other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience – An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.

Education: Master's Degree in a related field

Experience: 4-5 years of previous relevant work experience is required.

Supervisory: 2 years of previous supervisory experience is required.

Certifications/Licenses: None

Salary : $69,127 - $83,239