Assistant Branch Manager - Florissant Valley

St. Louis County Library•Florissant, MO

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About The Position

The Florissant Valley Branch is seeking a full-time Assistant Branch Manager to assist the Branch Manager with the operation and maintenance of the branch and assumes the responsibilities of the Branch Manager in their absence in order to provide quality Library service to all Library customers. The mission of the St. Louis County Library is to provide the resources and services to enrich individual minds, enhance lives and expand perspectives. SLCL is an award winning library system with branches throughout St. Louis County. We have transformed into a meaningful community resource with updated facilities and an array of programs and partnerships that serve over 860,000 patrons.

Requirements

Master’s Degree in Library Science
Ability to supervise, train, and motivate staff
Must possess a commitment to a high level of public service to Library customers
Must possess good judgment, analytical, and problem solving skills
Must possess excellent communication and organization skills
Ability to work effectively with other Library managers in a professional manner

Responsibilities

Schedules staff and monitors attendance to ensure adequate staffing.
Assists with overseeing branch operations, building, and grounds maintenance so the branch is clean, safe, and attractive.
Supervises and participates in public service activities including circulation and reference services to meet the needs of customers.
Participates in program planning and implementation to meet the needs of existing customers and to attract new customers.
Participates in hiring, training, evaluating, and disciplining staff to ensure the Library staff is capable of giving the highest quality service.
Assists in the development and maintenance of the branch collection to ensure the branch meets the needs of the community it serves.