Senior Librarian, Branch Manager

Description

Expected hiring range is $65,000 - $75,400 annually.

Lee County Library System, a dynamic, forward thinking organization, is offering enthusiastic, community-minded candidates the opportunity to lead the team and manage operations at the Pine Island Public Library . The branch operates with a staff of 4 full-time and 1 part-time employees. The successful candidate will be a self-starter who enthusiastically embraces public library service and demonstrates a positive attitude, good judgement, and a commitment to teamwork.

This position is located near the following schools: Pine Island Elementary

The Community: Southwest Florida's Lee County is a growing, dynamic region, ideally situated along Interstate 75, just two hours from Tampa and Miami. Covering approximately 811 square miles, the county is home to over 800,000 residents. More and more families and businesses are choosing Lee County to call home. From sparkling white sandy beaches and lush golf courses, to an exciting sports and outdoor recreation scene, Lee County's nationally recognized public school system, low crime rates and exceptional quality of life make it a great place to live, work, and raise a family. For more information, go to https://www.visitfortmyers.com.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Supervise staff and volunteers and coordinate workflow for effective service delivery.

• Use considerable independent judgment and initiative along with established policies and procedures to assure a competent staff and high quality service to the public.

• Provide stellar customer service by assisting patrons of all ages using Library resources and services, including computers, electronic resources, reference and readers' advisory.

• Demonstrate a proficiency in readers' advisory to adults .

• Oversee a regular schedule of collection maintenance and promotion of the adult's collections through selection, weeding, and displays.

• Participate in branch specific and system-wide committees as assigned.

• Provide technology training to staff and patrons

• Will be in charge of the library for specific days or shifts.

• Explain and administer library policies and procedures

• Actively seek and participate in professional development opportunities and stay abreast of emerging technology and trends.

• Communicate and work effectively and tactfully with co-workers, sharing information and working cohesively as a team.

• Interact productively with staff from library administration, library processing, and other branches.

• Coordinate a variety of programming and activities to encourage positive use of the library by children and teens.

• Plan and present programs and activities for adults at the library and at outreach locations.

• Relate positively to a diverse population, communicate effectively both orally and in writing, and assist the public directly as an active member of the public service team at the branch.

• Work effectively with the Library Friends group and other community groups.

Education, Experience, Licensing

Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a Master's Degree in Library, Information Science, or a closely related field from a graduate library school program accredited by the American Library Association and two years of library experience, or other closely related field.

• Prefer a Master's Degree in Library or Information Science from a graduate library school program accredited by the American Library Association.

• Prefer three years of progressively responsible experience as a professional librarian.

• Prefer two years supervisory experience.

• Two years of public library experience.

• Possession of a valid driver's license and an acceptable driving record.

Supplemental Information

• Spanish speaking is a plus.

• Exceptional communication skills is preferred.

• Demonstrated leadership or management experience and the ability to work independently is preferred.

• Ability to deliver an exemplary customer experience is preferred.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team is preferred.

• Ability to learn and adopt new and emerging technologies is preferred.

• Ability to analyze the needs of the community and to plan, develop and conduct appropriate programs for targeted groups is preferred.

• Ability to engage community partners in the promotion of library programs is preferred.

• Must have knowledge of current professional public library principles, methods, and practices, relevant computer applications, literature for various ages, and have the ability to supervise and direct the work of others.

• Ability to relate positively to a diverse population, including children, teens, and speakers of languages other than English.

• Ability to bend, stretch, sit and stand for long periods of time.

• Ability to lift and carry objects up to 35 lbs.

• Ability to operate a variety of equipment such as cash registers, computers, photocopiers, self-check machines, assistive devices and automation equipment.

• The County may require employees to make either a temporary, or long-term, permanent transfer to another library location to accommodate the organization's business needs.

• This position requires 80 Hours Bi-Weekly; hours and days will vary to include evenings, Saturdays and some Sundays

EMERGENCY RESPONSE/RECOVERY ACTIVITIES: All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an Emergency as needed. During an Emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to fit the needs of the County and its citizens.