Library Services Coordinator

Alameda County; Alameda (CA); On-site; USD 121,596 - 147,888; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical – HMO & PPO Plans

Vision or Vision Reimbursement

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

12 paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave accrual

Employee Wellness Program

Job summary

Alameda County is looking for a Library Manager responsible for the development and coordination of library service programs. This role includes advising staff, project management, and creating service improvement plans.

Qualified candidates will possess a master's degree in library science, along with experience in library services or management. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Possession of a master's degree in library science or a closely related field.
• At least one year of full-time experience in a related role.

Responsibilities

• Develop and coordinate library service programs.
• Manage projects and software used in the assigned area.
• Review and prepare reports on library services and programs.

Skills

Library outreach methods

Public library programs

Current standards of public library operations

Principles of supervision and training

Education

Master's degree in library science

Bachelor's degree with experience

Job description

Unit: ACMEA - General Mgmt (R15)
$58.46-$71.10 Hourly / $4,676.80-$5,688.00 BiWeekly /
$10,133.07-$12,324.00 Monthly / $121,596.80-$147,888.00 Yearly

Under the general direction, assumes staff advisory responsibility for the development and coordination of library service programs. Also performs related duties as required.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

NOTE : The following are typical duties performed by the employees in this classification. Employees may not necessarily perform all duties listed, however, they may perform other related duties at an equivalent level.

• Creates and recommends plans and programs for the improvement of services in the assigned area.
• Advises library personnel on services in an assigned area. This includes, but is not limited to, reference, circulation, collections, scheduling, training, programming, marketing, online tools, and other system-wide public services.
• Participates in the hiring process for personnel assigned to work in the assigned area. Consults with and advises supervisors on performance evaluations of such staff.
• Plans and coordinates system-wide events.
• Coordinates with Library Managers on the development and maintenance of relationships with external groups providing services in the assigned area.
• Manages projects and software used in the assigned area.
• Coordinates with library management to identify, schedule, and assign training to staff.
• Reviews and prepares evaluative reports on library services and programs and provides recommendations for library management.
• Works with the Technical Services staff to ensure that collections of library materials support the assigned service area.
• Chairs a system-wide committee of staff whose work focuses on the assigned service area. Coordinates annual meeting schedules, agendas, and posting of minutes. Communicates recommendations from the committee.
• Submits budget requests to meet public and/or support services objectives and manages budgeted expenditures, exercising fiscal responsibility and responding to community needs. Identifies opportunities for grant funding and prepares grant applications as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education : Possession of a master's degree in library science or a closely related field from an accredited college or university.

EITHER I Experience : The equivalent of one (1) year full-time experience as a Library Assistant Manager in the County of Alameda classified service.

OR II Experience : The equivalent of one (1) year full-time experience as a Librarian III in the County of Alameda classified service.

OR III Experience : The equivalent of eighteen (18) months’ full-time experience as a Librarian II in the County of Alameda classified service.

OR IV Experience : The equivalent of three (3) years’ full-time professional level library experience.

Substitution : The possession of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university and the equivalent of two (2) years of full-time professional level experience managing projects may be substituted for the master’s degree.

Special Requirements : Employees in this classification may be assigned to work schedules including weekend and/or evening shifts.

NOTE : The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

NOTE : The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Examples of Duties" section of this specification.

Knowledge of :

• Library outreach methods.
• Public library programs and their relationship to community needs.
• Current standards of public library operations in the areas of reference, access, circulation, technology and automation.
• Principles of supervision and training.

Ability to :

• Exercise interpersonal sensitivity while working effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, abilities, motivations, and backgrounds.
• Work collaboratively to build and deepen relationships within communities.
• Communicate effectively with the public and colleagues in person, online, in writing, and on the phone.
• Support, develop, and implement local and system-wide policies, procedures, and services.
• Manage projects.
• Evaluate, analyze, and problem solve.
• Direct, manage, and centralize coordinated tasks and duties.
• Demonstrate leadership and direct change.
• Conduct training.
• Maintain and improve services in an assigned area.

BENEFITS

The County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall wellbeing. These benefits include but are not limited to:

• Medical – HMO & PPO Plans
• Vision or Vision Reimbursement
• Share the Savings
• Basic Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Long-Term Care, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
• Employee Assistance Program
• Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)

For your Work/Life Balance

• 12 paid holidays
• Floating Holidays
• Vacation and sick leave accrual
• Vacation purchase program
• Catastrophic Sick Leave
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
• Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
• Child Care Resources
• 1st United Services Credit Union

*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.

**Employees in management-designated classifications may be entitled to management paid leave. Refer to the applicable MOU or Salary Ordinance for more information.