Library Manager - Our Lady of Perpetual Help

Our Lady of Perpetual Help School•Selma, TX

11h

About The Position

The Library Manager maintains a professionally operated library with a welcoming and helpful atmosphere in which caring is encouraged, reading is fostered, and knowledge may grow. The Library Manager partners with teachers and students in the pursuit of learning through the use of library media center materials and equipment. The Library Manager provides the appropriate learning atmosphere and activities designed to support the school’s instructional program.

Requirements

High School diploma
An Associate degree or sixty college hours preferred.
Bachelor's degree and completion of the ABLE course (23.5 hours) required for Secondary Schools
Evidence of knowledge of library procedures, technical services, awareness of trends in children/young adult literature, material selections, appropriate selection of books, including quality children/young adult literature books, and basic reference skills.
Reliable transportation
Valid driver license
Valid vehicle insurance
Substantial library experience, with experience of working with schools or with children
Community links - Experience of liaising with local literacy events and promoting them in school
Experience of organizing literacy and other events within school, e.g. visiting authors.
Must be detail oriented, organized, self-motivated, work well independently and on a team.
Must have good written and verbal skills.
Must have good critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
Supports and adheres to the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees and policies and procedures of the school and Archdiocese
Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
Adheres to safety training and protocols on a daily basis and takes precautionary measures to ensure the safety and well-being of self, others.
Responsible for protecting the confidentiality of any information or material obtained in the service with the organization to include but not limited to client names and information, services rendered to clients, donors names and gifts, internal and external investigations or results of any investigations, and financial information.
Adherence to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral Policy is mandatory.
Every employee is required to take a solution-oriented approach in their interactions and undertakings, as well as being a team member that promotes collaboration and commitment to the Mission and Vision of the organization.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Develop and promote the role of the library in the school
Work closely with teaching staff to plan and deliver the information skills curriculum
Promote the effective and efficient use of the library and library resources
Work with teaching staff to take a strategic approach to cultivating a love of reading in children
Manage the school library and library resources throughout the school.
Select, acquire, maintain and withdraw library stock, ensuring a balance between subject and ability.
Organize, catalogue and classify library resources, both electronic and print-based
Manage the school library budget in conjunction with the budget holder
Supervise and train staff and pupil librarians working in the library
Make the library attractive and accessible to all children and staff, including displays, guiding and publicity materials
Keep the principal, staff and parents informed about the needs and development of the library and information service in the school