Godeke Branch Manager

Summary

Supervised and administers library programs at a branch library or inter-library loan program.

Essential Functions

• Select, train, evaluate, and supervise employees providing library services; establish performance standards, work priorities, goals, objectives, and schedules:

• Organize and implement library programs to meet community needs; may plan and implement workshops for library staff; evaluate the effectiveness of programs;

• Evaluate, select, and purchase materials for library collections;

Monitor budget expenditures for the branch;

• Answer questions from library patrons; assist in locating materials; and instruct patrons in the effective use of library equipment and resources;

• Use computer systems and microfilm to find lending locations;

• Assist paraprofessional and clerical staff in circulation as needed;

• Perform related duties as required.

Qualifications

Completion of a master's degree in library science with an additional two years of professional library experience or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Valid TX Drivers License

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of library science;

• Computer applications related to library functions;

• Library organization, procedures, and policies.

Ability to:

• Effectively provide customer service to library patrons;

• Evaluate, acquire, and properly catalog library materials;

• Develop, coordinate, and implement library programs and procedures;

• Operate computer and software;

• Supervise the work of others.

Physical Requirements

• Occasionally lift and carry up to 25 pounds;

• Frequently walk and stand during a shift;

• Occasionally kneel;

• Frequently push and pull objects;

• Frequently rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing;

• Reach above, at or below shoulder height;

• Frequently handle objects;

• Frequently crouch or stoop.