Are you passionate about the incredible impact small, rural libraries have on their communities? Do you thrive on leading and inspiring a dedicated team of staff and volunteers to fulfill the library’s mission? Are you energized by the opportunity to cultivate relationships as a spokesperson for library services? If so, our Library Manager position may be just for you!
STATEMENT OF PURPOSE
The Library Manager performs mid-level professional duties including overseeing the daily operations of the library, supervising library associate staff, coordinating library volunteers; managing patron services; coordinating library-wide programs and materials, and additional functions in specialty area of responsibility. Manages the library in the absence of the Library Director. Requires some evening and weekend hours. Reports to the Library Director.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Responsible for daily operations of the library by allocating resources, planning and prioritizing work, gathering and communicating information to employees, and making decisions to ensure the proper functioning of the library, including troubleshooting building and equipment related issues, enforcing library policies, and handling patron and staff concerns.
- Supervises patron services including reference, reader’s advisory, computer and technical assistance and general circulation needs: maintains a library desk schedule and employees’ monthly schedule, coordinates necessary substitute coverage, and fills in as needed.
- Provides effective direction to staff in area of responsibility including managing and supervising staff; interviewing and selecting staff, monitoring and evaluating job performance; handling discipline and corrective action, coordinating training and development, and making hiring and dismissal recommendations.
- Leads and supports library projects, including setting goals, establishing implementation team (s) and timelines for completion. Applies public input, best practices and industry trends.
- Leads and supports library-wide programming including planning, marketing, facilitation and evaluation.
- Coordinates adult and teen library volunteers including screening applicants, onboarding, scheduling, directing work and documenting service hours.
- Works closely with the Library Director to identify, coordinate and track staff training.
- Manages public desk, meeting room, safety and circulation processes and procedures. Works closely with the Library Director to recommend and develop library procedures and policy improvements.
- Works a busy public service desk: guides library patrons in the effective use of library services and resources; answers reference, reader’s advisory and technology questions (approximately 10 hours/week).
- Responsible for collection development including purchasing, cataloguing, evaluating and weeding items.
- Serves as a liaison on different cross community boards, districts and Town committees.
- Serves as part of a collaborative, effective team: acts as a staff resource in area of specialty; creates statistical and narrative reports; participates in strategic planning and work plan creation and implementation.
- Recommends budget, equipment and supply purchases. Provides annual budget input, prepares payment documents, and monitors expenditures.
- Facilitates outreach to community partners including offsite events, programs and services.
- Communicates out to stakeholders on behalf of the library. Gives presentations, advocates for library services, and builds relationships.
- Regularly attends Library Advisory Board and Town Board meetings. Acts as the Library’s representative in the absence of the Library Director.
- Regularly acts as Person in Charge of the Library.
- Performs other duties as required and necessary to ensure the success of the organization.
Benefits: The Town offers an excellent benefits package covering the employee including full health, dental, Gap insurance, long-term disability and life insurances; and retirement contribution packages. Generous vacation and sick leave policies.
We also offer supplemental benefits to include vision, accident, cancer, additional whole and term life insurances and flexible spending account (FSA). Additional 457(b) options. Employer will match 50% of employee contributions to the optional 457(b) plan, up to 1% of the employee's compensation.
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Eaton Public Library is a beloved community treasure where patrons come to connect, discover and grow. As part of our library leadership team, you'll play a pivotal role in managing daily operations, delivering exceptional customer service, and spearheading engaging programs and materials to a rapidly growing community.
Nestled in the heart of Eaton, Colorado, our historic yet modern library boasts a newly remodeled facility equipped with makerspace technology, public meeting spaces, and updated youth areas. The library is an active participant in community life and enjoys excellent support from residents in Eaton and our surrounding service area.
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and become part of something truly special in our beautiful town on the northern plains of Colorado. Enjoy the picturesque surroundings, from the sprawling farmland to the nearby bike trails and Pawnee Grasslands. Our library is located 5 miles north of Greeley, home to the University of Northern Colorado. Fort Collins, home to Colorado State University and a convenient gateway to enjoying the Rocky Mountains is only a 25-mile drive on uncrowded roads.
As a member library of the High Plains Library District, we receive solid funding to offer competitive salaries, extensive programs, and up-to-date collections while maintaining local authority over our policies and services under the Town of Eaton. Join us in Eaton, where history meets innovation, and where you'll have the chance to make a meaningful impact every day.
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