Assistant Managers, St. Louis County Library, St. Louis, MO
Posted December 17, 2018
Positions Available:
Assistant Manager – Meramec Valley Branch
Assistant Manager – Prairie Commons Branch
Meramec Valley is a small branch currently nestled in the Fenton Community Center. In the Spring, the branch will move into newly constructed, full size location that adds an additional 20,000 square feet. The children’s space will give kids the chance to race cars down a test track in the new hands-on learning discovery zone. Patrons and staff will enjoy taking a lap around the outdoor walking trail and gathering for the expanded program offerings in the new meeting space. Library staff are most looking forward to greeting all the new visitors that will walk through the doors.
St. Louis County Library is a 20 branch system, serving over 860,000 patrons and circulating 14 million items a year. SLCL is in the midst of a multi-year capital improvement project called Your Library Renewed, to upgrade existing structures and open new facilities, as well as enhance library programs and services. Working in tandem with the Branch Manager, the management team ensures the library’s mission and strategic goals are continuously implemented at the branch while considering the community’s needs and meeting them with relevant library services and programs. We are looking for a dynamic, energetic and innovative individual intent on providing outstanding customer service, reducing barriers to library access, leading our awesome staff, maintaining thriving community relations, and taking pride in being a part of the SLCL team!
Want to work in a library system that is valued by the community? Do you want to work for this awarding winning library system? It is a wonderful time to join St. Louis County Library, where facility innovations and creative public services are always growing! Apply today!
Job Purpose:
Assists the Branch Manager with the operation and maintenance of the branch and assumes the responsibilities of the Branch Manager in their absence in order to provide quality Library service to all Library customers.
Essential Job Functions:
- Schedules staff and monitors attendance to ensure adequate staffing.
- Assists with overseeing branch operations, building, and grounds maintenance so the branch is clean, safe, and attractive.
- Supervises and participates in public service activities including circulation and reference services to meet the needs of customers.
- Participates in program planning and implementation to meet the needs of existing customers and to attract new customers.
- Participates in hiring, training, evaluating, and disciplining staff to ensure the Library staff is capable of giving the highest quality service.
- Assists in the development and maintenance of the branch collection to ensure the branch meets the needs of the community it serves.
- Other duties as assigned.
Job Qualifications:
- Master’s Degree in Library Science
- Ability to supervise, train, and motivate staff
- Must possess a commitment to a high level of public service to Library customers
- Must possess good judgment, analytical, and problem solving skills
- Must possess excellent communication and organization skills
- Ability to work effectively with other Library managers in a professional manner
Hours:
- Monday-Friday, two evenings per week
- One Saturday and Sunday per month
Applications and Resumes can be submitted by visiting https://www.slcl.org/content/employment (Apply for each position separately!)