Librarian III- Adult and Neighborhood Services

University of Alabama Libraries; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Alabama Libraries in Santa Monica seeks a full-time bilingual librarian to plan and oversee adult and neighborhood services, coordinating programs, collections, and branch operations.

Under the supervision of a Principal Librarian, you will recruit and supervise staff, manage budgets, and build partnerships with community organizations to expand programming. A strong candidate will analyze data and report outcomes while advancing inclusive services.

Qualifications

• Master’s in library science from an ALA-accredited program.
• Four years of professional librarian experience.
• Experience supervising or coordinating staff.
• Valid driver’s license or ability to obtain one.
• Bilingual skills desirable.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day adult and neighborhood services across branches and coordinate programs, collections, and services.
• Select, train, and evaluate staff including librarians, paraprofessionals, and volunteers as part of system-wide operations.
• Prepare, administer, and monitor the budget for adult and neighborhood services and allocate funds.
• Plan and engage in community-driven programming and partnerships; set goals for services.
• Identify and pursue grant opportunities to fund programs and collections.
• Conduct neighborhood outreach and collaboration with community partners.
• Analyze data and produce statistical reports and program outcomes.
• Represent the Library in internal and external meetings and public presentations.

Skills

Librarian leadership

Staff supervision

Program development

Community outreach

Budget management

Data analysis

Customer service

Diversity & inclusion

Public speaking

Team leadership

Education

Master’s degree in library science (ALA accredited)

Job description

The eligibility list that will be established as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill both bilingual and non-bilingual vacancies that occur during the life of the eligibility list. The current vacancy in the Library Department is for a full-time bilingual (English/Spanish) position in the Branch and Neighborhood Services Division. Only those candidates who are identified as bilingual (English/Spanish) will be referred to this position.

DEFINITION

Plans, organizes, and implements the day-to-day operations and specialized programs for adult and neighborhood services in the Library system.

SUPERVISION

Works under the administrative supervision of a Principal Librarian who outlines work, monitors work in progress, and reviews completed work. Exercises general or immediate supervision over professional, paraprofessional, technical, and clerical support staff.

Representative Duties:

• Oversees the day-to-day in-person and virtual operations of adult and neighborhood services for the Library system, including coordination of programs, collections, and services; daily operations of library branches; communication with the public; and delivery of customer service.
• Selects, schedules, trains, reviews, and evaluates the work of staff, including librarians, paraprofessional, clerical, and volunteers, engaged in providing adult and neighborhood services system-wide.
• Prepares, administers, and monitors the budget for the adult and neighborhood services activities of the Library. Allocates funds and monitors expenditures.
• Addresses the needs of the community by planning and engaging in decision-making activities pertaining to library operations and priorities.
• Implements and evaluates system-wide adult and neighborhood programming through community engagement and partnerships. Sets goals and priorities for adult and neighborhood services.
• Identifies, prepares, implements, and oversees grant requests and other funding sources related to adult and neighborhood services, collections, or programs.
• Performs neighborhood outreach and collaborates with community partners to implement system-wide adult and neighborhood programming.
• Analyzes data, surveys, and outcomes; maintains records; and prepares a variety of statistical and analytical reports.
• Attends and participates in a variety of internal and external meetings, including professional library organizations. Makes public presentations and represents the Library on committees and at various professional meetings on a City, local, and regional level.
• Provides input and recommendations on the acquisition and development of adult collections and materials.
• Keeps abreast of developments and trends in library services, collection development, programming, technology and related areas. Makes recommendations for changes.
• Responds to various inquiries and complaints from the public. Interprets and explains library policies and procedures to staff and patrons.
• Assume the duties of the Principal Librarian in his or her absence.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge of:

• Principles, practices, and procedures of public librarianship
• Principles of budget development and management
• Principles and methods of conducting research
• Principles and practices of supervision, mentorship, leadership, and training
• Principles of customer service
• Principles of developing and maintaining a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment
• Communication techniques and practices
• Principles of programming, readers’ advisory, reference, collection development, and management

Ability to:

• Select, coach, mentor, and evaluate employees
• Plan, supervise, and coordinate branch operations
• Coordinate adult programming and senior services, oversee branch facility usage, and performs community outreach
• Develop and conduct staff training programs system-wide
• Develop, learn, and implement new procedures and technology
• Cultivate partnerships and collaboration opportunities with community organizations and other agencies in order to carry out the Library’s mission and vision
• Analyze and solve technical problems, including recommending practical solutions
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Work with individuals and groups of varying levels of technical expertise
• Work with persons from diverse social, cultural, and economic backgrounds as well as a variety of work styles, personalities, and approaches
• Facilitate and de-escalate difficult or challenging conversations and behaviors
• Generate, coordinate, and analyze reports, statistics, data, and program outcomes
• Prepare written reports and training manuals
• Performs community outreach and presentations to neighborhood associations or other community groups
• Delegate work, set priorities and meet deadlines in a demanding environment with constantly shifting priorities
• Provide effective customer service
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with City employees, community, neighborhood associations, vendors, contractors and the general public

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Graduation from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university with a master's degree in library science .

Experience: Four years of paid and progressively responsible work experience as a professional librarian. Experience must include planning and developing programs for adults and older adults including conducting outreach and program coordination. At least two of the four years must have included supervising or coordinating the work of others.

License and certificates:

Possession of or the ability to obtain and maintain a valid Class C driver license or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions.

Desirable Qualifications:

Bilingual skills are desirable.