Regional History and Genealogy Division Head

Pikes Peak Library District

Penrose Library

Application Deadline

Apply By May 28th, 2018

Wages

$31.54 per Hour   Calculate

Location

Colorado Springs, CO

Hours

40.00

MLS

Required

Minimum Education

Not Specified

Library Experience

Not Specified

Supervisory Experience

Required

Type of Library

Public

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

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY  

Under limited supervision, supports the Library’s mission to provide services and programming, to promote access, and to provide instruction related to regional history and genealogy.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Functions listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

  • Develops, coordinates, and implements short and long range plans for district-wide services that meet Strategic Plan goals and objectives.
  • Hires, supervises, coaches, and monitors the development of Regional History and Genealogy staff; prepares annual performance appraisals as scheduled.
  • Actively promotes Regional History and Genealogy resources and services through programming, outreach, and community partnerships; acts as a resource to branches for referral and training.
  • Evaluates program effectiveness; makes recommendations to ensure programs respond to current community needs and interests; oversees programming budgets.
  • Develops strategies to provide access and processing for personal, business, and organizational manuscripts, photographs, and other historical materials.
  • Works on public service desks; provides reference service in person, by phone, online, and via electronic delivery.
  • Provides excellent customer service; creates a courteous and welcoming environment; acts as a positive customer service role model for staff.
  • Maintains confidentiality in interactions with customers and staff.
  • Publicizes and promotes use of the collection through bibliographic access, workshops, demonstrations, and programs (including offsite events), tours, and displays.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Duties are considered non-essential and include the following:

  • Develops, documents, and implements operating procedures and materials handling techniques designed for historical and/or fragile materials.
  • In collaboration with Regional History and Genealogy staff, researches, writes, edits, produces, and markets Regional History Series books and videos.
  • In collaboration with Regional History and Genealogy staff, researches, plans, and implements techniques to preserve collection.
  • Keeps informed about Library and department information.
  • Participates in special projects as assigned.
  • Encourages professional development of Regional History and Genealogy staff through participation in community and professional organizations.
  • Takes an active role in library and/or archival professional organizations.
  • Attends regular meetings.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

The employee is expected to perform or possess the following:

  • Thorough knowledge of the Pikes Peak Library District’s policies and procedures and ability to follow them.
  • Ability to act as an ambassador of Pikes Peak Library District by promoting its mission and vision to the public.
  • Demonstrates advanced knowledge of library services procedures and best practices.
  • Ability to select and use effective archival and electronic products.
  • Ability to supervise, plan, and coordinate the work of staff in order to accomplish library goals and objectives.
  • Demonstrates excellent public speaking and presentation skills.
  • Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills; maintains effective relationships within the division, with staff at all levels, community partners, and the public at large.
  • Ability to effectively use software, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook, along with standard office equipment.
  • Ability to work effectively as a team member, organize daily work, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, detail-rich environment.

The Community

DESCRIPTION OF COMMUNITY

Colorado Springs is located at the foot of Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain.  The city is the second most populous city in the state of Colorado. Colorado Springs is a place that offers something for everyone; with great educational institutions, abundant sunshine year round, magnificent natural scenery, outdoor activities including hiking, bicycling, fishing and camping, the arts, theatre, and charming communities.

 

LIBRARY DISTRICT

Pikes Peak Library District serves more than nearly 700,000 residents in El Paso County, providing access to resources that are critical to the public, making it a vital force for individual and community transformation for 50 years.  Our service area covers more than 2000 square miles.  PPLD is the second largest library district in the state of Colorado.  Our 14 locations stretch north to Monument, south to Fountain, and west to Cascade and east to Falcon.  Our newest Library 21c is a state-of-the-art facility with the Creative Computer Commons, Makerspace, Family Place area, Center for Public Media, Business and Entrepreneurial Center, a 400 seat Performance & Meeting Venue, and more.  PPLD’s 2018 General Fund annual budget is $32.1M with approximately 487 staff members (368 FTE).  PPLD was recently named the #1 Best Workplaces for an Extra Large Company in Colorado Springs by the Gazette, our local newspaper!

HR Info

PROCEDURE FOR APPLICATION:

  1. Complete a PPLD online application located at ppld.org/Jobs on the Application tab
  2. Attachments should be submitted in one of the following file types: .doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .pdf, .htm
  3. If you require an accommodation to complete your job application, please contact the Human Resources Office at (719) 884-9800 ext 6998.
  4. Please include resume, cover letter, and salary history.

Posted Apr 25, 2018