Adult Services Supervisor

Alsip-Merrionette Park Public Library District; Branson (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established library district is seeking an Adult Services Supervisor who will play a crucial role in enhancing adult programming and collections. This position requires a Master’s degree in library science and a passion for public service. The ideal candidate will excel in providing outstanding customer service, developing engaging programs, and managing adult collections. With a focus on community outreach and collaboration, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of local adults. If you are a proactive leader with a commitment to library services, this is the perfect chance to contribute to a vibrant community resource.

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

LAGERS retirement

Paid holidays

Vacation

Sick leave

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in library science and collection development experience required.
• Strong knowledge of public library services and materials.

Responsibilities

• Manage adult programming and collections, ensuring excellent service.
• Design and promote a variety of programs for adults in the community.

Skills

Public library services knowledge

Library materials and operations knowledge

Emerging information technologies knowledge

Library classification and cataloging knowledge

Collection development and evaluation

Quality program delivery

Leadership and independent judgment

Organizational and time management skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving abilities

Communication skills

Education

Master’s degree in library science

Collection development experience

Program planning and implementation experience

Supervisory experience

Library experience

Public Library experience

Job description

Primary Duties: The Adult Services Supervisor performs professional-level librarian duties utilizing current technology and traditional resources. The librarian will be responsible for managing all adult programming and the adult collections.

Essential Functions:

1. Provide excellent customer service to patrons by assisting them with reference, readers' advisory, and general computer questions.
2. Develop and maintain the adult collections by reviewing, evaluating, selecting, purchasing, and withdrawing materials.
3. Identify program needs. Design, promote, and present a variety of programs for adults in the Library and at off-site locations.
4. Research and arrange for vendors to present programs.
5. Actively promote Library services, materials, and programs to customers, community agencies, advocates, and citizen groups.
6. Conduct Library tours and community outreach.
7. Keep statistics and compile evaluations for programs and services.
8. Gather and compile data for reports and prepare analytical reports of adult activities.
9. Organize, maintain, and purchase appropriate supplies and manage the budget for adult programming.
10. Build relationships, partnerships, and coordinate efforts with outside agencies, community groups, and City departments to provide library services to the adults in the community.
11. Participate in library special projects both in-house and outside the library.
12. Perform other duties as required or assigned.

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

1. Special knowledge of public library services, publishing trends, authors, titles and reading interests of adults.
2. In-depth knowledge of library materials, services and operations.
3. Knowledge of emerging information and library technologies.
4. Knowledge of Library classification, cataloging and acquisition protocols.
5. Knowledge of collection development, evaluation and reference principles.
6. Ability to deliver quality library adult programs and services to the community.
7. Ability to exercise initiative, leadership, and independent judgment.
8. Ability to organize work, set priorities, use time effectively, and meet deadlines.
9. Ability to interact with people of varying personalities and ages in a variety of situations.
10. Ability to analyze and creatively solve problems.
11. Flexible, adaptable, and able to flourish in a changing environment.
12. Written and oral communication skills, including public speaking.
13. Cross training in order to perform other duties is required.

Education and Experience:

1. Master’s degree in library science is required.
2. Collection development experience is required.
3. Experience planning and implementing a variety of programs for adults is required.
4. Supervisory experience is required.
5. Library experience is required.
6. Public Library experience is strongly preferred.

How to Apply

Benefits: health, dental, vision, and life insurance, LAGERS retirement, paid holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Library Center of the Ozarks
200 S 4th St
Branson, MO 65616

Hours

Schedule: Regular schedule: Monday - Friday 8:30 - 5:00. Must be able to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, or beyond the regularly scheduled workday when necessary. Occasional travel in the local community for services is required.