Library Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Library Information Science from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university, plus experience in professional library work.
• Proven knowledge of professional library principles, methods, materials and administrative practices.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of current and emerging technology applications, integrated library system (ILS) collection management tools, e-readers, tablets, smart phones, electronic information systems, social media applications and other downloadable library content.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and library-related software products.
• Demonstrated knowledge of adult, teen, and children’s literature in all formats.
• Proven ability to communicate technology concepts to users of varying skill levels.
• Proven ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with library staff, patrons and community groups.
• Must be able to bend and reach and lift up to 25 pounds; ability to push library carts holding up to 100 pounds in materials.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Innovative Interfaces Sierra and BiblioCommons preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides reference and readers’ advisory services to library patrons of all ages using library resources in all formats.
• Communicates the practices and policies of the library to patrons.
• Participates in collection development, curation, and cataloging.
• Analyzes circulation trends and makes recommendations to enhance library collections.
• Assists patrons and staff with library technology.
• Coordinates and conducts library programming for all ages.
• Prepares displays, exhibits, book lists, and blogs.
• Serves as liaison to schools or other community groups on behalf of the library.
• Coordinates with database vendors and periodical distributors to provide patrons with electronic information and print materials.
• Performs circulation functions as needed, including creation of new library cards, checking materials in and out, etc.
• Supports Town policies and philosophies.
• Performs related work as required.

Benefits

• The Town's expense for pre-employment medical examination, which includes a substance abuse test that includes testing for THC (the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana), if conditionally offered a part time, full time or safety sensitive position.
• Background investigations for all full and part time positions prior to hiring as part of the reference checking procedures for outside candidates.