Library Manager – Circulation

Location Name: Dunedin Public Library

County: Pinellas

Region: Central Florida

Address: 223 Douglas Ave.City: DunedinZipcode: 34698

ALA accredited Masters required: Yes

Under general direction and supervision, plans, directs, oversees and coordinates the operations of the public service desk and provides effective and efficient services in accordance with Library goals, objectives, policies and procedures. Provides strategic direction, leadership and direct supervision of staff. Upholds circulation policies and procedures and maintains the patron database. Performs related professional and administrative work as directed. This is a salaried position that is exempt from overtime rules in accordance with the Fair Labor Standards Act. Reports to the Library Director.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

The duties recorded below are representative of the duties of the class and are not intended to cover all the duties performed by incumbents(s) of any particular position.

Plans, directs, oversees and coordinates the operations of the public service desk and provides effective and efficient services in accordance with Library goals, objectives, policies and procedures.

Supervises subordinate staff members and volunteers. Supervisory duties include instructing; assigning, reviewing, scheduling and planning work of others; maintaining standards; coordinating activities; allocating personnel; selecting new employees; acting on employee problems and recommending employee discipline and discharge.

Effectively delivers library services to patrons. Maintains personal skills and knowledge to assure quality of service in person, online and by phone in the areas of library collections, technology, reference, readers’ advisory, materials handling and customer service.

Participates in the planning of Library goals and objectives; evaluates policies and procedures and makes recommendations for change as appropriate.

Provides training and supervision to staff in using ILS software, online resources and other library software.

Oversees and participates in collection maintenance along with utilizing collection management tools.

Ensures safe conditions for staff, patrons and building operation. Takes appropriate action in emergency procedures and assists with security needs.

Attend supervisor meetings, staff meetings, city meetings and trainings and countywide special interest group meetings.

Maintains department records and statistics with accuracy; prepares various reports as required.

Participates as a Passport Agent for the Library Passport Acceptance Facility. Assists with the Branch Library and other public desks as needed.

Provides outreach at city/community events and other local organization programs or events.

Creates promotional and educational items for staff, patrons and stakeholders.

Operates library and office equipment including, but not limited to copy machine, self check-out machine, crafting equipment and library sound system.

Circulation Library Manager

Upholds countywide circulation policies and procedures and maintains the patron database with accuracy and confidentiality.

Oversees the registration of new patrons, fees and the issues related to patron accounts.

Facilitates and manages cash handling to include, but not limited to, daily revenue reports, reconciling cash registers, audits, credit and coin-op machines.

Oversees the transit of materials to and from other cooperative libraries.

Oversees the checkout and maintenance of special items, services and collections.

ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Serves as Acting Director in the absence of the Library Director and Assistant Library Director as required.

Participates in library committees and professional organizations on the county, state and national level.

Continues learning about current theories and trends in library operations, services and programming along with completing continuing education webinars and attending workshops.

Works with stakeholder groups such as the Library Advisory Committee, Friends of the Library and the Library Foundation.

Performs routine administrative/clerical work as required. Performs related duties as required.

Special Requirements

Must possess a valid Florida driver’s license.

This position is Category B for the purposes of Dunedin Emergency Management.  The incumbent may be required to be onsite/available as scheduled during times of emergency as declared by the City/County Commission or City Manager.

Education/Qualifications:

Requires a Master's degree in library science with five years of experience in library operations.

Requires at least one year in a supervisory capacity.

Experience with ILS Software, online resources and other library software is required.

An equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities may be considered.

Multilingual Skills Required: No

Contact Person: Phyllis Gorshe

Contact Email: [email protected]

Contact Phone: 727-298-3080

How to Apply / Instructions:

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https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/dunedin/jobs/4810868/library-manager-circulation?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs