Library - Assistant Director

Library Systems & Services•Manassas Park, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position reports to, and works closely with, the Library Director in overseeing the operations of the library. This is an ideal position and opportunity for someone with previous success in a supervisory position or an experienced librarian in the public library space. The Assistant Library Director will have direct oversight of the Circulation team and ensure that exceptional customer service is provided to all patrons. The Assistant Library Director will present the library to the community in a meaningful and enriching manner that will enhance the patron experience and increase visits and usage.

Requirements

ALA-accredited Master of Library Science or Master of Library and Information Science degree required
Management/supervisory experience required
Experience tracking usage statistics, data collection and excel reports
Ability to build strong staff teams and develop staff
Excellent organizational, written and oral communication skills
Superior customer service skills
Accommodate a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends
Excellent technical skills, including a familiarity with Windows, Microsoft Suite, and knowledge of various technologies

Nice To Haves

One to three years of public library experience preferred

Responsibilities

Manages both the Technical Services team and Circulations Services team to include hiring, training, scheduling, assigning tasks, motivating, evaluating, and development
Help manage library Collection
Supervises and provides leadership for day-to-day operations of the library
Develops, plans, promotes, and participates in programs and events
Gathers and maintains information/data to support periodic and special reports documenting activities for area of responsibility
Writes and implements program grants
Provides effective communication on procedures and processes to staff and public
Assists with the implementation of the human resources policies, procedures, and processes
Responds to and resolve patron issues, including account questions and policy enforcement
Maintains an attractive, organized, and well-used library, including creating displays, shelving order, providing thoughtful programs and events, and feedback to the Director on the needs of the community
As needed, work customer service points.
Know, understand, and administer the American Library Association’s Library Bill of Rights, Freedom to Read Statement, and Freedom to View Statement, recognizing that freedom of access is a fundamental tenet of a public library; in addition to these freedoms, support client discretion of materials available at your local library(ies).
Follow all legal and policy requirements related to patron privacy and custodianship of patron records
Provides backup to the Library Director as needed
Performs other duties as assigned