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Library Services Manager

City of Westminster

College Hill Library

Application Deadline

Apply By Sep 11th, 2017

Wages

$93,650.00 to $117,062.00 per Year   Calculate

Location

Westminster, CO

Hours

40.00

MLS

Not Specified

Minimum Education

Master's Degree

Library Experience

Preferred

Supervisory Experience

Preferred

Type of Library

Public

This job is more than 3 weeks old or the application deadline has passed.

Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE

The Library Services Manager is a responsible Division Head level position administering the City's overall library program.  Work involves providing inspirational leadership, vision, and strong communication to a dedicated team of library professionals.  This will involve administering operational activities of the library system including long-range planning, implementation of the division's masterplan, performing liaison duties with other departments, divisions, other libraries, library organizations, civic clubs, and City officials.  Work is performed independently with responsibility for making final determinations in accordance with established general policies and is reviewed by the Parks, Recreation and Libraries Director through reports, conferences, meetings, or consultations.

In order to be considered for this position all candidates must attach to their electronic application a cover letter and resume (maximum two (2) pages).

The full salary range for this position is stated above. Starting wages are negotiable and dependent on the qualifications and experience of each individual candidate. The City of Westminster offers a bonus of up to $1,500 per year depending on the employee's fluency in Spanish, Hmong, and/or Laotian.

CANDIDATE QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Experience, Skills, Formal Training, Licenses and Certifications Required:

  • Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university
  • Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS), Library Information Science (MLIS), Business Administration (MBA), Public Administration (MPA) or related field
  • Strong budget focus
  • Progressively responsible experience in professional library work, including considerable background in the administrative areas
  • Extensive supervisory experience
  • Strong emotional intelligence
  • Demonstrated success in budget and business practices with proven capability of developing new financial resources to support growth
  • Strong experience in collaboration
  • Experience working with diverse cultures and promoting cultural competence amongst staff and within the community
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
  • Demonstrated leadership in organizational change and transformation
  • Proven ability to motivate, inspire, and develop leaders within the organization
  • Visionary leadership and a demonstrated ability to be responsive to trends, the impact of changing information technology, and the amount of acceptable risk the City is willing to take in implementing new ideas
  • Possesses a valid driver's license and maintains a safe driving record

Preferred:

  • Master's level in Library Science (MLS) or Library Information Science (MLIS) from an ALA accredited school
  • Five (5) years supervisory experience in a library setting
  • Thorough knowledge of technical processing, circulation, and automated systems
  • Proven ability to leverage technology to support day to day operation and strategic initiatives
  • Involvement in the Colorado Association of Libraries and the American Library Association and/or the Public Library Association
  • Involvement with local service clubs and organizations

Any equivalent combination of education, training and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and skills, may be considered

HOW TO APPLY

A City of Westminster online employment application is required for this position and is due by the closing date. Apply online at www.cityofwestminster.us/jobs by 8:30 a.m., on the closing date.

Requisition Number: 17-00134

Salary Range:               $93,650 - $117,062 per year

Closing Date:                 Monday, September 11, 2017, 8:30 a.m.

The Community

Westminster (Population: 108,710) is a city located in both Adams County and Jefferson County, Colorado, and is a suburb of the City of Denver. In July, 2006, it was ranked as the #24 best place to live in the USA (CNN Money). Great schools, low crime, good jobs in a high-tech economy and a fantastic outdoor life make Westminster No. 25. Situated 5,000 feet above sea level in the Rocky Mountains, the city offers restaurants, night life and culture, plus natural attractions like nearby Standley Lake, which provides the City with both water and recreation. The interconnected trail system winding through the City's open space is a special point of pride. Westminster features more than 63 miles of off-road trails, making it a leader in offering easy access to some of the richest recreational opportunities in the Denver metro area.

HR Info

Human Resources

303-658-2150

jobs@cityofwestminster.us

A City online application is required for all positions and is due by 8:30 a.m. on the closing date. Applications are available online at www.cityofwestminster.us/jobs

Posted Aug 31, 2017