CITY OF NORWALK invites applications for the position of Manager of Branch Library
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer
SALARY Hourly $56.93 - $67.29 Annually $111,439.00 - $131,717.00
OPENING DATE: 12/08/21
CLOSING DATE: 01/08/22 11:59 PM
DESCRIPTION OF WORK:
Position Definition:
Plans, organizes and supervises the Branch Library; including the development and promotion of services; supervises business and maintenance operations of Branch Library; and performs general professional library work.
General Duties:
Receives oral or written direction from Director. Responds to and resolves patron complaints and concerns. Plans work and priorities according to standard procedures. Assigns work to professional and support staff as needed. Oversees the computerized circulation of library materials. Oversees training of staff members in circulation procedures and in dealing with the public. Holds meetings for staff communication and development. Responsible for the selection of book and non-book materials. Confers with Director on purchase of items. Oversees the removal of outdated or damaged materials. Supervises the administrative detail work of the Library Branch including business and maintenance matters. Provides professional library assistance to members of the public in reference and related research requests. Assists the Director in near-term and long-range planning for library development. Recommends policy changes to the Director. Prepares statistical and narrative reports of some complexity for the Director. Consults with Director on branch budget recommendations. Administers approved budget for Branch Library. Plans and implements children and adult section programming. Works closely with the Library Director on branding, marketing, newsletters, and social media. Reports goals achieved to the Director. Additional Duties: Attends Library Board meetings as required. Recommends the employment, promotion, or discipline of employees. Prepares training and development programs for library staff members. Participates in professional library organizations to remain current of developments in library practices, specifically Branch services. Develops and maintains connections with local public and private schools and colleges. Speaks to civic, cultural and other public groups to promote interest in the Library. Recommends reclassification of selected materials. Performs work in other areas of the library as assigned. Supervised By: Receives general direction from Library Director.
Note: The description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not all-inclusive of every task or responsibility. The position requires working some evenings and weekends.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to apply principles of Library Science to solve practical problems in situations where only limited standardization exists. Knowledge of equity and diversity initiatives. Ability to understand the uniqueness of the neighborhood it serves and to deliver the appropriate services. Ability to follow and enforce policies and procedures. Ability to work independently with minimum supervision. Ability to prioritize assigned duties and report accomplished tasks to supervisor. Ability to prepare and deliver brief, concise and attractive reports of library services and facilities both orally and in writing. A working knowledge of computer applications for library services and to conduct virtual meetings. A working knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Ability to work effectively with library staff and library patrons.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
A Master’s degree in Library Science and four years of progressively responsible public library experience, including two years supervising unionized staff. Ability to speak Spanish and/or Haitian Creole language is preferred. SPECIAL LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION: License or Certificate: Not applicable. This position is a Grade 07. ***Effective January 1, 2022, Salary Range is as follows: $112,665.00 - $133,166.00***
APPLICATIONS MAY BE OBTAINED AND FILED ONLINE AT: http://agency.governmentjobs.com/norwalk/default.cfm
An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer Job #0021-01-2021 MANAGER OF BRANCH LIBRARY AW
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