Clarke County Branch Manager

Handley Regional Library•Berryville, VA

16h•$48,000 - $55,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Under the general supervision of the Deputy Director of Handley Regional Library (HRL), assumes responsibility for the day-to-day operations of a small library branch. Examines operations on a daily basis to ensure that all resources are managed as effectively as possible.

Requirements

Knowledge of library principles, methods, materials and practices, including knowledge of library functions and organization.
Ability to organize and coordinate branch operations and establish priorities, to train and supervise staff and volunteers.
Knowledge of popular and current reading interests.
Ability to operate library computer systems.
Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with co-workers and library patrons, to be flexible.
Good communication skills with both children and adults.
Good organizational and clerical skills.
Ability to maintain accurate records and write reports; ability to work independently; ability to work quickly, accurately, and efficiently; ability to exercise initiative, tact, leadership, and independent judgment.
Bachelor's degree and library experience required.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in library science from an ALA accredited program and library experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Runs branch library on a day-to-day basis.
Helps patrons and volunteers in the use of library collections, the online catalog, and other computer resources.
Works with the Technical Services Manager and IT contractor to provide quality circulation and computer services.
Contacts Information Services staff in other libraries for assistance with reference inquiries.
Promotes and publicizes the library and its services at community events and organizations.
Works with branch staff to promote use of the library and its collections via displays and other marketing initiatives.
Coordinates branch programming for adults and youth.
Ensures branch collections are well-balanced and maintained by communicating to system-wide selectors the needs of the community and by managing branch inventory and weeding projects.
Recruits, trains, supervises, and works closely with volunteers and branch staff to provide quality service.
Prepares staff schedules in a timely manner.
Conducts interim and annual performance reviews, identifies staff training needs, and regularly evaluates staff performance.
Works with staff and volunteers to improve competencies as needed.
Administers and interprets policy and procedures of the Handley Regional Library Board and library administration to volunteers and patrons.
Resolves patron and human resource issues.
Attends regional staff meetings as scheduled, contributing to the formulation of policy, procedures, and priorities of the regional system.
Advises the Library Director and the branch advisory council on branch services including patron needs and programs.
Works with library administration to set branch goals and objectives aligned with the regional library system mission, vision, and long-range plan.
Performs administrative record keeping and reporting to include monthly Branch reports to the Board as well as annual Branch presentation to the Board.
Maintains statistical records such as computer usage, programs, and volunteer hours.
Analyzes statistics, reports, and community feedback to determine improvements to collections, services, programs, and policies.
Handles all Branch monies in a timely and responsible manner according to regional library procedures.
Keeps local government officials apprised of library's accomplishments.
Works with branch advisory council and volunteers to promote and publicize branch.
Maintains library building, grounds, furnishings, and equipment in conjunction with library administration and/or local government maintenance departments.
Negotiates with contractors and local government maintenance personnel to see that work is accomplished quickly, effectively and at the least cost to the Library.
Works with branch advisory council and HRL administration to secure supplies, furniture, and equipment for branch operations.