Circulation Coordinator, Trumbull Library, (Trumbull, CT)

Posted October 22, 2025

Description

The Circulation Coordinator oversees the daily operations of the Circulation Department at the Trumbull Library, ensuring smooth workflows and a positive patron experience. This position supervises circulation staff, manages scheduling, resolves customer account issues, and contributes to collection development and maintenance.

Examples of Duties

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES

1. Oversees the daily circulation functions for the Trumbull Library
2. Supervises the Administrative Support II, Circulation/Technical Services Assistants, and Pages in the operation of the circulation department, including hiring, training, and developing work-flow procedures
3. Serves as primary contact for circulation issues and customer account problems.
4. Prepares daily and weekly schedules for all staff
5. Responsible for stack management and collection development
6. Performs other duties as required

SUPERVISION RECEIVED:

Works under the general direction of the Library System Director or his/her designee.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED:

Supervises Administrative Support II, Circulation/Technical Services Assistants, Pages, and Volunteers

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND AUTHORITY:

1. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to interact professionally with the public, town officials, and library staff
2. Extensive knowledge of an automated circulation system, preferably SirsiDynix Horizon
3. Understands current library objectives, principles and procedures
4. Ability to work independently
5. Demonstrates initiative, good judgement, accuracy and flexibility
6. Strong computer skills, including Excel
7. Effective oral and written communication skills

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:

1. MLS from an ALA Library School required
2. Three (3) years of professional librarian experience in a position requiring an MLS required
3. Work experience in a public library is required
4. Experience working in a circulation department is preferred

How to Apply:

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