Head of Public Services, Abbot Public Library, Marblehead, MA

Posted December 17, 2015

SUMMARY

Seeking an enthusiastic and creative team player, with professional experience well matched to the newly created position of Head, Public Services. This person will be a key member of the Library’s management team, as the institution develops its vision for the future, including a major building project. Reporting to the Library Director, the Head, Public Services has responsibility for supervising, coordinating, participating in, and continuously improving the Library’s Public Services operations, including Reference, Reader’s Advisory, Circulation, Stack Maintenance and related services.

Work schedule includes some evenings and weekends.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directly supervises staff whose primary responsibilities are in the Public Services area; coordinates the Public Services activities of staff whose responsibilities are equally or primarily in other areas. Participates in and/or oversees the training and onboarding of all staff with responsibilities in Public Services.
• In consultation with Library Director, provides weekly schedules to ensure adequate coverage of public service desks (i.e., Circulation, Reference, Children’s Room). Modifies daily schedules as needed.
• Recommends materials for purchase in the adult non-fiction area, including informational resources in both print and electronic formats. Makes recommendations regarding the discarding of Library materials in these collections.
• Coordinates and oversees all staff providing Reference service in performance of duties.
• Provides input on Public Services issues for Director, as needed.
• Stays informed regarding current issues and trends related to library public services.
• In coordination with the Head, Technical Services, oversees daily operation of the Library in Director’s absence.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature and complexity as requested.

QUALIFICATIONS

A Master’s Degree in Library Science, with 1 – 3 years experience in library public services. Strong communication and customer service skills; flexibility; dependability; demonstrated ability to function effectively as both a team member and team leader. Excellent computer literacy. Ability to lift up to 20 lbs. and stand for extended periods.

SALARY

$50,558.04 – $67,226.64, annually, in 5 steps

CLOSING DATE

Open until filled. Preference given to applications received by January 8th, 2016.

APPLICATIONS

Please email a letter of interest and resume to:

Patricia Rogers, Director, Abbot Public Library, at [email protected]