Job Title:	LIBRARY SERVICES DIRECTOR
Department:	LIBRARY
Job ID:	PS101033
Job Code:	LISMR
Pay Grade:	M1
Overtime Status:	EXEMPT
Salary:	$ 73,750 -
Posted Date:	07/09/2010
Closing Date:	09/26/2010

HUMAN SERVICES MANAGER

This is a high level managerial position responsible for directing all activities of a county library system. An employee in this classification is responsible for overall library supervision, strategic planning, budget preparation, building programs and public relations. Responsibilities include developing short and long-range goals and objectives, evaluating the effectiveness of library services, meeting with a variety of public and private organizations to determine public needs and resolving library operational problems. Supervision is exercised through subordinate executives and managers over professional librarians and staff with assigned responsibilities in various phases and locations of library activities. General direction is received from a County Administrator who holds the Library Services Manager responsible for the efficient and effective provision of public library services and for the professional management of departmental operations.

(Note: These 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, prepares, and recommends to the Board of County Commissioners the annual budget and capital outlay projects based on the established goals through the library long-range plan and related strategic plans from the County Manager. Demonstrate proven experience in the budgetary process of a mid size library system.
• Identify and utilize traditional and alternative funding sources.
• Establishes and maintains effective relationships with the various library boards, friends of the library groups, library customers, vendors and governing commissions dealing with the library system. Well informed and prepared to promote the library and its mission. Develops and recommends library policies and services to the Library Advisory Bard for confirmation by the County Administrator and implements policy decisions.
• Administers grants and foundation funds according to specified guidelines and standards applicable to the library system.
• Assists in the recruitment and selection of other staff, recognizing and encouraging diversity in recruitment and hiring
• Responds to patrons with problems and complaints through correspondence and other communications dealing with library policies and procedures.
• Develops innovative models of library service delivery that maintain a “neighborhood-based” library system while maximizing staff, technology and other resources
• Investigates the availability of grants and works on the application and administration of all grants.
• Works closely with a wide variety of stakeholders including other county departments, elected officials, engaged communities, advocacy groups and community organizations to shape library goals and objectives.
• Effectively balance a multi-million dollar budget using county practices and procedures, complying with state and county audit requirements and file the necessary fiscal reports.
• Builds library partnerships with business and organizations that support library advocacy, workforce development, e-government service, lifelong learning and literacy.
• Analyzes library operations, summarizes service development and progress in achieving core objectives to provide the Board with the information necessary for sound decision making and fiscal responsibility.
• Maintain knowledge of current library trends as they may relate to library services and operations.
• Effectively translates county goals and initiatives to subordinates ensuring a transparent form of administration.
• Actively promote the library in conjunction with supporting schools, commercial businesses, and government institutions through marketing initiatives, virtual services and community partnerships

• Progressive management style with strong knowledge of the philosophy and techniques of all facets of public library service
• Proven library management and strategic planning skills
• Comprehensive financial management skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to interact professionally with staff, the public and local government officials
• Ability to lead and develop the talent of professional and support staff
• Experience with a wide range of information technology and structure
• Ability to manage several projects and associated timelines
• Ability to track information and technology trends and envision benefits for information access, instructional technology and management systems
• Demonstrated effectiveness as an advocate and public speaker
• Demonstrated organizational and planning skills
• Ability to think analytically and to develop new services
• Ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment
• Ability to make administrative decisions and develop policies
• Ability to travel as needed

Master’s degree in library science from an ALA-accredited program with some course work in Business Administration. 5 years of progressively responsible library experience, including 3 years experience in a managerial capacity within a multi-branch system.

Physical Demand: Light
- 20 pounds maximum lifting.
- Frequent (up to 2/3 of the work time) lifting, carrying up to 10 lbs.
- If less lifting involved will require significant walking/standing may be required.
- If mostly sitting is involved will require push/pull on arm or leg controls.
- Expressing or exchanging ideas by spoken word or perceiving sound by ear.
- Good eye sight for production or safety of self and others.