Library Manager

Overview

Plans, directs and manages the activities, employees and operations of the library; coordinates initiatives and establishes partnerships with other departments and external agencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic management appropriate to the community needs and public library services.
• Plan and manage the division's annual budget and forecasting of department revenues and expenses, as well as oversight and solicitation of grants.
• Plan and implement a curriculum of programs designed to meet the educational, informational, and entertainment needs of the community, ensuring programming is provided for all ages through management of staff and resources.
• Monitor, evaluate, develop, and maintain collections based on community needs; direct and / or coordinate the cataloging, classification, development, maintenance, and processing of books and other library materials; develop priorities for building and maintaining the online catalog; supervise the acquisition of all library materials.
• Coordinate and facilitate all Library Advisory Board meetings by preparing agendas, materials, and updates.
• Lead the implementation of the Library's 5-Year Strategic Plan, including initiatives such as featuring the bookmobile at city events, while ensuring ongoing progress toward strategic goals and coordinating the plan's renewal every five years.
• Supervisory Responsibilities

Manages entire library staff including contractors and volunteers. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems. Work is performed with considerable independence, discretion, and initiative.

Qualifications

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