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Main Branch Manager, Yuma County Library, (Yuma, AZ)

Description

Under limited supervision of the Library District Deputy Director performs administrative and professional library work of considerable difficulty directing the operation of assigned Branch Library; provides library services and materials to the community; exercises direct supervision over Branch Library personnel; this position is department specific; hours may vary (Monday –Saturday) depending on the needs of the Library District. 

Example of Work

(Illustrative Only) Supervises, trains, and coordinates the activities of the youth, teens and adults services; provides training, instruction, and orientation to new employees, staff, and volunteers; participates in interviewing and selecting new employees and volunteers; determines work schedules; develops the Branch short and long-range plans of service with assistance of Deputy Library Director; develops operating procedures for the Main Library; plans and conducts regular staff meetings; selects, plans, assigns, supervises, and evaluates the work of subordinates; recommends and participates in staff disciplinary proceedings; participates in the ongoing staff training and development; conducts training classes and/or provides one-on-one training to staff as needed; assists Collection Development with a collection plan for the Main Library; oversees methodical rotation of material; organizes and supervises Adult programs such as computer lab and classes, Inter-library loan, special collections, special interest speakers, and large annual events and festivals; provides customer service and reference service as needed, responds to inquiries and/or issues from the public that come into the Main Library; ensures that building and grounds of the assigned library are properly maintained; coordinates building and equipment maintenance, janitorial services, and repairs; responsible for the supervision and coordination of the security guards within the Main Library; reviews and submits purchase requests for programs and resources for the Main Library; performs a variety of administrative and technical tasks related to library services; supervises the development and planning of the Main Library programs, services, and computer instruction for youth, teens, and adults; serves as library liaison to the community and demonstrates good stewardship of library resources; serves as the Person in Charge daily, including nights and weekends; establishes and maintains partnerships and effective working relationships with other departments, agencies, school districts, and community groups regarding program offerings and coordination of services and facilities; collaborates with other Branch Managers and/or Branch Supervisors in development of cohesive standard operating procedures among branches; makes presentations at Library District meetings and workshops; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned. 

How to Apply

For more information and to apply, please go to the following link: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/yumacountyaz/jobs/3593608/main-branch-manager?keywords=branch%20manager&pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs