Head of Circulation Department, Wayland Public Library, Wayland, MA

Posted May 17, 2017

DESCRIPTION:

Full-time position supervising the Circulation Department in a busy medium-sized public library with a collegial, hardworking environment and strong commitment to excellent customer service. Some weekend and evening hours required. Manages the business of the Circulation Department and supervises personnel in conducting circulation activities in accordance with the policies of the Board of Trustees and the Minuteman Library Network. Shares responsibility for collection development of adult materials. Acts as liaison between public and library administration.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum educational requirements are a Bachelor’s degree in liberal arts with an MLS degree in Library Science preferred. At least three years experience working in the circulation department of a public library, including work with automated circulation systems. Demonstrated ability to interact with the public with patience and tact and maintain composure under stress. Superior organizational talents. Excellent attention to detail. Good written and oral communication skills. Ability to work independently and as a team member. Ability to perform Reader’s Advisory. Strong computer skills, including mastery of basic office applications software. Experience with Innovative Interfaces Incorporated Millennium library automation software desirable.

MAJOR DUTIES:

Supervises the Circulation Department to ensure a high level of customer service. Oversees training and participates in performance evaluations of Circulation staff. Oversees activities of more than 20 employees working different times at the circulation desk. Produces schedules for all members of the department. Coordinates many volunteers and community service employees. Interprets library and MLN policies to the public. Shares responsibility for collection development of adult books. Selects materials for audio, large print, and express book collections. Supervises Interlibrary Loan activity. Coordinates weeding of the collection. Creates library displays. Maintains and interprets circulation statistics. Represents the library as a member of the MLN Circulation Policy Committee. May attend meetings that are germane to circulation activity within the library community.

ANNUAL SALARY: $47,848-$62,408, plus benefits.

Wayland is an AA/EOE Employer.

TO APPLY: Send application packet resume, cover letter and town’s application (http://www.wayland.ma.us/Pages/WaylandMA_HR/empapp.pdf) on or before May 26, 2017 to:

John Senchyshyn, Assistant Town manager/HR Director
41 Cochituate Road
Wayland, MA 01778

Or email at: [email protected]