Access Services Manager

Description

The award-winning Las Vegas-Clark County Library District is currently hiring for an Access Services Manager in the Library operations Department

GENERAL SUMMARY

Under the general direction of the Library Operations Director, the Access Services Manager provides professional, administrative, and supervisory direction for user-centered services, information systems, and all library automation systems related to database and software management for the Library District and directly supervises assigned subordinate staff.  The Access Services Manager helps branch staff and the public with the operation, use, and policies centered around these systems. This position is also responsible for fostering positive relationships within the community and providing oversight to multi-branch or region projects, programs, and committees. Fosters and maintains a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and accessible work environment.

Description of hours and wages:

The pay range for this position is $125,802 to $168,587 per year. Pay typically begins at the minimum of the pay range, and employees are eligible for annual merit and COLA  increases per District policy. 

This is a full-time (40 hours per week), FLSA exempt position.

Application Deadline:

This position will remain open until filled, with a first review of applications on December 2, 2024. Applications received by this date will be considered for a first round of interviews on or around December 16, 2024. Future rounds of interviews may be scheduled at the discretion of the Library District.

Please submit applications online at thelibrarydistrict.org/job-openings.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Responsible for the day-to-day operational management of the library automation systems and user-centered services:

a. Plans long-term and short-term operational goals for assigned services or programs;

b. Organizes assigned services, programs, and employees to achieve established goals;

c. Staffs assigned services and programs within budgetary guidelines to meet service demand and requisite skill needs;

d. Directs and motivates assigned staff to achieve established goals;

e. Coordinates with other programs and other Library services to meet established District Goals;

f. Develops, maintains, and monitors key reporting metrics to achieve and control desired quality outcomes;

g. Develops, maintains, and monitors annual service or program Budget to achieve established goals and utilize District resources in an efficient and effective manner.

2. Provides administrative supervision to assigned managers and staff, including but not limited to:

a. Performance Coaching & Management;

b. Career Counseling & Development;

c. Conflict Resolution.  

3. Oversees multi-branch projects, programs, and committees to support and achieve District Strategic initiatives and goals.

4. Develops relationships and communicates with outside vendors to establish outreach programs to support community and District goals.

5. Ensures Regional compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, codes, and District Policies and Procedures.

6. Stays abreast of current and future trends in Library Administration/Science and Public Administration and makes recommendations regarding automated systems used in libraries such as PC Reservations, III, Envisionware RFID Solution, online tools and resources, the Internet, and computerized catalogs.

7. Performs other duties as assigned. 

Requirements

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY: 

The successful candidate will demonstrate support for diversity, equity and inclusiveness (D.E.I.), as well as participate in maintaining a respectful and positive work environment. All applicants will be considered for employment without bias. All ethnicities, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ages, veterans or disability status are encouraged and welcomed to apply. 

EDUCATION:

Required: Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS from an ALA-accredited school) 

Preferred: B.A./B.S. in Computer Science or related field

EXPERIENCE:

Required: Five (5) years of professional-level library experience with at least four (4) of those years at a management level. 

Preferred: Demonstrated ability to manage integrated library automated systems such as Sierra, PC Reservations, and RFID

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION:

• Possess, or have the ability to obtain a valid Nevada Driver’s License at the time of hire.
• Completion of Las Vegas-Clark County Library District’s (LVCCLD) Person-in-Charge (PIC) Training, or completion of PIC Training within 12 months of assuming the position.
• District-provided AED/CPR certification must be completed within six months from the date of employment and must be maintained (current) while in a covered position.