Library Supervisor-Community

Louisville Metro Government; Kentucky; On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Louisville Metro Government is seeking a Library Branch Supervisor to plan and oversee day-to-day operations of a community library. The role works with limited supervision and reports major activities in regular meetings.

The position requires a Master’s in Library Science and supervisory experience, with duties including staff direction, program coordination, and community outreach to enhance library services.

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Library Science or related discipline.
• Two years of supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Represents the library to community groups.
• Reviews and evaluates resource materials, and selects and orders books, periodicals, audiovisual and other materials.
• Plans, coordinates, and participates in library and community programs.
• Prepares and generates reports and statistical data.
• Provides customer service, outreach and technology assistance to the public.
• Recruits, trains, schedules and supervises volunteers.
• Coordinates collection, development, programming, and resource sharing activities.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Customer service

Program planning

Staff training

Conflict resolution

Education

Master’s Degree in Library Science or related discipline

Job description

Summary Objective

The purpose of this position is to plan and supervise the day-to-day operation of a community library branch. This class works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals.
• Coordinates, assigns and reviews work and establishes work schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed work assignments; answers questions; gives advice and direction as needed.
• Represents the library to community groups.
• Reviews and evaluates resource materials, and selects and orders books, periodicals, audiovisual and other materials.
• Plans, coordinates, and participates in library and community programs.
• Prepares and generates reports and statistical data.
• Provides technical assistance and instruction, and answers questions regarding the use of the library, collections, and services.
• Recruits, trains, schedules and supervises volunteers.
• Requests building maintenance, equipment repair, and custodial services.
• Coordinates collection, development, programming, and resource sharing activities.
• Receives and attempts to resolve complaints from the public.
• Provides customer service, outreach and technology assistance to the public.
• Oversees collection, development, programming, and resource sharing activities.
• Conducts group in-service and individual training.
• Assesses staffing and physical resource needs of assigned area or location.
• Supervises daily service plans and operations including staff development, oversight of general maintenance and security, and supporting staff in utilizing proactive customer service strategies.
• Evaluates library material collections using information from users, potential users and standard collection maintenance tools.
• Assists staff with resolving patron concerns and complaints.
• Works with branch or library leadership to set and monitor progress of branch goals and strategies.
• Performs related work as assigned.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Master’s Degree in Library Science or related discipline.
• Two (2) years of supervisory experience

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Must hold and maintain a Professional certification in the State of Kentucky (KRS 171.250) within 30 days of employment.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

• Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.

UNAVOIDABLE HAZARDS (WORK ENVIRONMENT):

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

• None.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANCE

Louisville Metro Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires the Louisville Metro Government to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.

STANDARD CLAUSES

May be required to work nights, weekends, holidays and emergencies (man-made or natural) to meet the business needs of Louisville Metro Government. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of essential functions and responsibilities that are required of an employee for this job. Other duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

ESSENTIAL SAFETY FUNCTIONS

It is the responsibility of each employee to comply with established policies, procedures and safe work practices. Each employee must follow safety training and instructions provided by their supervisor. Each employee must also properly wear and maintain all personal protective equipment required for their job. Finally, each employee must immediately report any unsafe work practices or unsafe conditions as well as any on-the-job injury or illnesses. Every manager/supervisor is responsible for enforcing all safety rules and regulations. In addition, they are responsible for ensuring that a safe work environment is maintained, safe work practices are followed and employees are properly trained.