Library Manager (25)

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

1. Oversees the daily operation of a library location
2. Supervisory duties
3. Works closely with managers and librarians to coordinate circulation, programming and collection development functions
4. Coordinates with library managers at all library locations to implement services and plan programs
5. Participates in the development and administration of the annual budget for a library
6. Ensures ongoing collection maintenance of print, audio-visual, and electronic resources
7. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with the community
8. Participates in long range planning
9. Evaluates building and equipment maintenance and repair needs and works with Facilities staff to address them
10. Ensures effective exchange of communication among departments and between libraries
11. Performs duties of Circulation Manager and Lead Librarian, as needed

Education, Training, and/or Experience

1. Master’s degree in Library Science from an American Library Association accredited school
2. A minimum of two (2) years of professional library experience in positions with progressive levels of responsibility
3. A minimum of one (1) year of supervisory experience

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics

1. Proficient in the use of the Integrated Library System (ILS)
2. Ability to maintain confidentiality and use appropriate judgment in handling information and records
3. Ability to interpret and apply laws, regulations and library policies
4. Ability to work accurately with attention to detail
5. Ability to arrange items in alphanumeric and/or subject order
6. Ability to address and resolve patron conflicts equitably
7. Knowledge of traditional and electronic resources including web sites, databases and on-line searching skills
8. Knowledge of budget development and administration
9. Knowledge of state and federal employment laws
10. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions
11. 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

1. Ability to sit and use computer for extended periods and operate standard office equipment, daily
2. Ability to lift and move up to fifty (50) pounds, daily
3. Ability to push book trucks with up to 150 pounds of materials on them, daily
4. Ability to stand for extended periods, daily
5. Travel by automobile is required frequently
6. Ability to perform repeated reaching, bending, climbing and squatting, daily

Working Conditions

1. Majority of work performed in general office/library environment
2. Requires availability for extended hours as needed
3. Requires evenings and/or weekends
4. Requires periodic participation and attendance at events and training