Senior Librarian

Carlsbad, City of•Carlsbad, CA

About The Position

The City of Carlsbad is recruiting a Senior Librarian of Public Services specializing in children's services. Candidates with expertise in other areas may also apply and could be considered for future or other vacancies. Under general direction, Senior Librarians perform complex work planning, coordinating, and supervising library service programs; supervise library employees; and perform related duties. The role may be assigned to collection development, technical services, public services, or other library service areas according to operational needs. The current vacancies are in Public Services. The ideal candidate can set clear expectations for performance, communication, accountability, and service; handle challenging customer service interactions; accurately represent others’ perspectives; and solve problems creatively and responsibly. The position reports to a Deputy Library Director or Principal Librarian. The Library & Cultural Arts Department provides educational, informational, and cultural arts services to residents through three public facilities: the Carlsbad City Library, the Georgina Cole Library, and the Library Learning Center. The department also presents public art throughout the community. The Carlsbad City Library includes the Ruby G. Schulman Auditorium and the Cannon Art Gallery, which support visual and performing arts programs, arts education, and cultural arts services.

Requirements

A Master of Library Science or a Master of Library and Information Systems from an American Library Association-accredited library school, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Three years of professional library work experience to qualify for the Senior Librarian level.
A minimum of two years of prior library supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

Assist patrons in using the Library and ensure high-quality user experiences.
Plan, manage, and administer professional library services.
Recruit, select, schedule, and train full-time professional librarians, paraprofessional librarians, hourly employees, and volunteers.
Supervise staff engaged in providing library services; may approve timecards and provide input into disciplinary matters.
Promote libraries, library services, and library programs.
Manage programming; schedule, plan, and publicize programs and events.
Engage with schools, community groups, civic organizations, and governmental agencies to promote library and city services.
Manage the budget for a program, functional or specialized area, or division.
Prepare reports using collected and analyzed data on library activity.
Participate and contribute to library projects; lead and participate on committees and teams.
Respond to challenging situations and emergencies.
Schedule, attend, and/or present training and educational seminars, workshops, and classes for library- and city-related skills.
Represent the service area or library at meetings of library, city, community, and professional associations as needed.
Pursue continued professional and Library-wide development.
Perform other duties as assigned.