Library - Supervisor - Librarian (Manassas Park, VA)

Library Systems & Services•Manassas Park, VA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you passionate about fostering a love for reading, connecting with the community, and providing exceptional library services? We are thrilled to announce an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and dedicated individual to join our team as the Supervisor Librarian at the Manassas Park City Library in Manassas Park, Virginia. The Manassas Park City Library (MPCL) serves as a vibrant community hub dedicated to providing a diverse range of innovative resources, programs, and services. Founded in 2020, MPCL is a growing Library focused on innovation and community service. MPCL moved to the newly redeveloped Park Central in the heart of Manassas Park in Summer 2022 and is conveniently co-located within City Hall. The new Park Central Library location is the community’s most exciting destination for learning, discovering, creating, and connecting. Manassas Park City Library seeks a full-time Supervisor Librarian to work closely with the Library Director in overseeing the operations of the library. The Supervisor will have direct oversight of the Circulation team and ensure that exceptional customer service is provided to all patrons. 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 Supervisor Librarian will be a key player in the development of the library’s newest strategic plan. This position is under the supervision of the Library Director and is responsible for directly supervising staff.

Requirements

ALA-Accredited MLS or MLIS degree required
Minimum of three (3) years of public library experience preferred
Bilingual ability preferred but not required
Experience tracking usage statistics, data collection, and report preparation
Accommodate a flexible schedule including weekdays, evenings, and weekends
Excellent customer service skills
Excellent communication skills– both verbal and written
Excellent technical skills, including a familiarity with Windows, Microsoft Suite, and knowledge of various technologies
Must be able to move from place to place within the location; lift, push/pull, hold/carry of items weighing up to (25) pounds and occasional up to (35) pounds such as files, books, stacks of paper, and other materials.
Ability to sit for long periods of time and to maintain focus on projects such as computer screens or detailed paperwork.

Nice To Haves

Previous success in a supervisory position
Experienced librarian in the public library space

Responsibilities

Supervise and provide leadership for day-to-day operations of the library
Act as the Person In-Charge (PIC) in the absence of the Library Director
Manage the Circulation and Programming teams to include hiring, training, scheduling, assigning tasks, motivating, evaluating, and staff development
Oversee Library account receivables and expenses; this includes payment of invoices, credit card coding, check requests, money handling, and collection acquisitions
Oversee collection maintenance and materials processing, to include weeding, processing new and donated materials, and evaluating the collection
Oversee maintenance of the Library’s website and social media accounts
Oversee the Library’s volunteer program
Assists the Library Director with preparing correspondence and reports such as monthly library statistics, annual report, and annual state library report
Assist and provide administrative services such as attending meetings, coordinating trainings, manual creation, and assisting the Library Director with procedure and policy review and evaluation
Provide effective communication on procedures and processes to staff and public in person, online, and over the phone
Respond to and resolve patron issues, including account questions and policy enforcement
Maintain an attractive, organized, and well-used library, including creating displays, shelving order, programming assistance, supplies inventory, and providing feedback to the Director on the needs of the community and library
Follow all legal and policy requirements related to patron privacy and custodianship of patron records
Performs other duties as assigned