Assistant Branch Manager - Natural Bridge

St. Louis County Library; Pine Lawn (MO); On-site; USD 64,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Vacation & Sick Leave

Paid Holidays

Paid Parental Leave

Domestic Violence Leave Policy

Employee Assistance Program

Medical, Dental, Vision

Library-Funded Pension Plan

Life Insurance

Deferred Compensation (457 Plan)

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

The Natural Bridge Branch of the St. Louis County Library is seeking a full-time Assistant Branch Manager to support the Branch Manager in operations and maintenance, and to assume duties in their absence, ensuring quality library service to all customers.

The incumbent will help oversee branch programs, staff scheduling, and public service activities, contributing to an engaging, well-run community library experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science required.
• Ability to supervise, train and motivate staff.
• Commitment to high level of public service to library customers.
• Good judgment, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organization skills.
• Ability to work effectively with other Library managers.

Responsibilities

• Schedules staff and monitors attendance to ensure adequate staffing.
• Oversees branch operations, building and grounds maintenance to keep the branch clean, safe, and attractive.
• Supervises and participates in public service activities including circulation and reference services.
• Participates in program planning and implementation to meet customer needs and attract new customers.
• Participates in hiring, training, evaluating, and disciplining staff to ensure high quality service.
• Assists in development and maintenance of the branch collection to meet community needs.

Skills

Staff supervision

Communication

Public service

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Collaboration with managers

Education

Master’s Degree in Library Science

Job description

The Natural Bridge Branch is seeking a full-time Assistant Branch Manager to assist the Branch Manager with the operation and maintenance of the branch and assumes the responsibilities of the Branch Manager in their absence in order to provide quality Library service to all Library customers.

The mission of the St. Louis County Library is to provide the resources and services to enrich individual minds, enhance lives and expand perspectives. SLCL is an award winning library system with branches throughout St. Louis County. We have transformed into a meaningful community resource with updated facilities and an array of programs and partnerships that serve over 860,000 patrons.

Salary: $70,571.00

Hours:

Monday-Friday, two evenings per week

One Saturday and Sunday per month

Essential Responsibilities:

• Schedules staff and monitors attendance to ensure adequate staffing.
• Assists with overseeing branch operations, building, and grounds maintenance so the branch is clean, safe, and attractive.
• Supervises and participates in public service activities including circulation and reference services to meet the needs of customers.
• Participates in program planning and implementation to meet the needs of existing customers and to attract new customers.
• Participates in hiring, training, evaluating, and disciplining staff to ensure the Library staff is capable of giving the highest quality service.
• Assists in the development and maintenance of the branch collection to ensure the branch meets the needs of the community it serves.

Job Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Library Science
• Ability to supervise, train, and motivate staff
• Must possess a commitment to a high level of public service to Library customers
• Must possess good judgment, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Must possess excellent communication and organization skills
• Ability to work effectively with other Library managers in a professional manner

Benefits:

• Paid Vacation and Sick Leave, Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Domestic Violence Leave Policy
• Employee Assistance Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Library-Funded Pension Plan
• Life Insurance
• Deferred Compensation (457 Plan)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• Tuition Reimbursement

Physical and Mental Requirements:

• Ability to operate a motor vehicle
• Ability to stand up to 8 hours per shift
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.
• Ability to concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously in busy atmosphere with continual interruptions
• Ability to think creatively to solve problems and improve service
• Ability to deal sensitively and tactfully with customers and staff
• Ability to operate various types of Library equipment
• Ability to use electronic hardware and software
• Ability to push a full cart of books or other Library materials
• Ability to bend to very low shelves or reach to very high shelves when retrieving Library materials
• Ability to use a pc, word processing, and e-mail