Public Services Administrator

Library Manager

Under administrative direction, this position is responsible for managing, planning, directing, organizing, coordinating, and evaluating services for designated Library Locations to meet present and future needs for the San Antonio Public Library. Serves as a primary liaison between staff and Library Administration. Working conditions are primarily inside an office environment. Exercises direct supervision over assigned staff. This position is an "unclassified" position and has no disciplinary appeal rights to the Municipal Civil Service Commission. This position is likewise subject to at-will employment status and can be terminated at any time for any reason. Work Location : Central Library - 600 Soledad, San Antonio, TX (78205) Work Hours : 8 : 30 a.m. - 5 : 30 p.m., Monday - Friday. May require occasional evenings and weekends.

Essential Job Functions :

• Oversees the operation of assigned Libraries.
• Conducts site visits.
• Collects data, prepares reports, and develops goals and objectives for the assigned Libraries.
• Creates, interprets, analyzes, and summarizes various routine and non-routine documents.
• Resolves a wide range of routine and non-routine patron issues and difficult situations.
• Coordinates support services and activities within assigned Libraries including facilities maintenance and technology.
• Interviews, selects, supervises, develops, evaluates, counsels, and if necessary, discipline personnel according to established City of San Antonio policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Prepares, submits, and maintains a budget.
• Coordinates and / or completes major special projects including committee work or other initiatives.
• Develops, recommends, and coordinates the implementation of new policies and procedures.
• Interprets policies and procedures to staff and patrons.
• Participates in strategic and long range planning for the operation and future development of Library Services including capital and facilities projects and annual budget.
• Represents the City of San Antonio and the San Antonio Public Library to the public and City and community stakeholders.
• Keeps apprised of new trends, effective practices, and innovations in and related to public library services and administration.
• Performs related duties and fulfills responsibilities as required.

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