Library Branch Manager

Full Time
El Paso, TX
Posted
Job description
Requirements

MOS Code: None

Education and Experience: A Master's degree or higher from an ALA accredited college or university in library science or information and library science, and three (3) years of professional experience as a librarian, including 2 years of supervisory experience.
Licenses and Certificates: None.

General Purpose

Under general supervision, manage the functions and operation of a City branch library.

Typical Duties

Develop goals, plans, programs, services and procedures for a branch library. Involves: Determine needs of assigned branch library based on local patrons needs and wishes. Determine most appropriate collection for the location. Order new books and magazines based on location. Discard old, outdated or damaged materials. Prepare programs and classes for the public including literacy programs, children’s storytime and computer training programs. Prepare synopsis of classes, materials and resources necessary for the classes or programs. Participate in committee work.

Provide reference services. Involves: Guide patrons to information using all forms of print, on-line and community resources. Provide outreach services with area schools to promote literacy and library programs. Develop and implement programs, services and special events to promote use of branch library resources and facilities. Speak with community groups and non-profit organizations to promote use of the library branch.

Oversee designated administrative activities. Involves: Plan annual budget for the branch library. Develop projections of resources and personnel necessary to meet established goals and objectives. Evaluate and determine priorities on equipment, furniture or supplies. Submit budget proposal to Library Extension Services Administrator for approval. Prepare reports and statistics for the branch. Maintain attendance, fees and payroll records, reports and participates in the overall administration of the Library System. Ensure all repairs of facility are completed in a timely manner to ensure a safe environment. Work with the Friends of the Library and other volunteers.

Supervise assigned staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, and review of operational and procedural activities. Prioritize and coordinate library branch activities. Instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance and review evaluations by subordinates. Provide training and development. Enforce personnel rules, regulations, and work standards. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Recommend transfer, discipline, merit pay or other employee status changes.

General Information



Test Information: An evaluation of education and experience will be conducted on qualified applicants.

Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close once a preset number of qualified applications have been received.

Note: This is new advertisement for Library Branch Manager. You must apply if you are still interested in this position.

Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University, or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department.

A résumé and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as “See résumé” are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete.

To qualify for this position, required education, experience, knowledge and skills must be clearly stated on your application’s employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.

Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your résumé will eliminate you from consideration for the position.

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