Highlands Library System Manager

Highlands County Board of County Commissioners • Sebring, FL

3d • $56,591 - $90,546 • Onsite

About The Position

This is a professional position responsible for administrative work maintaining and supervising the daily operations of a branch public library.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the principles and practices of public library procedures.
• Knowledge of work methods and techniques related to public service work.
• Knowledge of methods required to locate research materials.
• Ability to work in harmony with the general public.
• Ability to catalog, classify, and file library materials.
• Ability to communicate accurately and clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to enforce library rules and regulations protecting public safety.
• Ability to function independently of a direct supervisor.
• Skill in the use of computers and ability to learn new programs as needed.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, managers, supervisors, directors, elected officials, vendors, and the general public.
• Graduation from an A.L.A. accredited four-year college or university with a degree in Library and Information Science.
• M.L.S. or M.L.I.S required.
• A minimum of five (5) year's experience with daily library functions of which two should have been in a supervisory capacity.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Florida Driver License.

Responsibilities

• Manages the day to day operations of the Highlands Library System.
• Responsible for the overall materials collection development for the Highlands Library System.
• Provides guidance to the Avon Park Library and Lake Placid Memorial Library Librarians, as needed.
• Oversees staff hiring and professional development.
• Curates staff training plans on items such as, cataloging and technical services.
• Maintains branch library's inventory of books, serial publications, documents, audiovisual equipment, and other materials.
• Assists groups and individuals in locating and obtaining materials.
• Provides general public with information pertaining to library activities, facilities, rules, and services.
• Assists clientele in the use of reference sources, such as card or book catalogs or book and periodical indexes.
• Describes or demonstrates procedures for searching catalog files.
• Assists with shelf location of materials selected.
• Completes check-out/check-in procedures and other service related duties.
• Assists in the planning and direction of special projects and library promotions.
• Selects and recommends materials for purchase.
• Catalogs and classifies new library materials.
• Responds productively to change and performs all other related tasks as required and as directed.
• Maintains a professional and safe unit and work area adhering to established safety policies and the image desired for the organization.
• Follows consistently the Boards policies and procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level