Branch Librarian

GENERAL SUMMARY

Oversees and directs staff members in library functions such as helping library customers, processing materials, planning library events, scheduling, preparation of manager reports and deposits, and various other administrative functions. Reports to Director of Library and/or Assistant Director of Libraries. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. Incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

•    Oversees the overall organization, effectiveness, and efficiency of circulation, reference, and youth services of branch library. 
•    Provides service to customers in person, on the phone, and online
•    Assists with interviews and hiring for staff. Supervises assigned staff, including librarians, library assistants, pages, and volunteers. Manages, reviews, and evaluates staff. Assigns workloads, establishes work schedules, and sets duties of employees. Addresses employee problems and complaints. Trains employees regarding duties and library policies and procedures. Oversees staff usage of sick and vacation leave time.
•    Oversees the implementation of branch events and programs
•    Prepares deposits 
•    Prepares monthly manager reports, statistics, incident reports, and general correspondence
•    Monitors condition of facility and coordinates improvements and repairs
•    Performs circulation duties
•    Resolves customer complaints
•    Assists with collection management
•    Plans yearly budget requests and quarterly supply requests
•    Serves as liaison to branch Friends group. Attends monthly Friends meeting to report on branch activities and present requests.
•    Serves as a liaison with community groups and media as required. 
•    Oversees requests to use the meeting room
•    Pursues professional development and training opportunities for self and staff. 
•    Develops and prepares monthly calendar of branch events and programs
•    Shelves materials
•    Performs other related duties as assigned

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Depending on assignment, positions in this department typically encounter an indoor environment with normal exposure to noise, lighting, dust/dirt, ventilation, and adequate temperatures. The work environment can be both an office setting and/or a service desk. Employees may also go to non-County government locations to attend community meetings, give presentations, or hold classes. 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Depending on assignment, positions in this department typically exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly have to move materials and objects. There are times when this job requires sedentary work which will involve remaining stationary 75% of the time and other times when the job requires more movement. Employees must be physically able to operate a variety of machines and office equipment including a computer, basic office equipment, a vehicle, etc.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

Requires excellent verbal and written ability to effectively convey information to staff, other County employees, and the public. This includes the ability to understand and receive directions and assignments from supervisor. Employee must also be able to tactfully and effectively handle and resolve requests, suggestions, and complaints. 

Requires excellent computer skills. 

Requires excellent customer service skills. 
 
Requires knowledge of general operations of the Library department as related to position. Employee must be able to apply this knowledge to situations as they arise. This includes the ability to make independent judgements in the absence of supervision. Employees must also have the ability to learn and utilize new skills and information to improve job performance. 

Requires the ability to interact effectively with Library staff, County staff, and the public in a professional manner and to convey information successfully whatever the situation. 

Salary $49,830