Description

ASSISTANT LIBRARY DIRECTOR’s role within the big picture of the City’s overall success:
Oversees the operations of the public library, ensuring the delivery of highquality services to patrons and
efficient management of resources.

ASSISTANT LIBRARY DIRECTOR functions include but are not limited to the following:

Personnel Management:

• Supervise, train, and evaluate library staff, ensuring adherence to established policies and
  procedures.
• Establish work processes, schedules, and performance standards for library personnel.
• Provide ongoing training, motivation, and support to enhance staff capabilities and optimize
  service delivery.
• Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with other city departments, vendors,
  patrons, and community stakeholders.
• Coordinate adult outreach programs, community activities, and presentations to promote
  library resources and services.
• Address patron feedback, resolve issues, and adapt library policies and procedures to meet
  evolving community needs.
• Stay informed about changing trends in public library operations and incorporate best
  practices into service delivery.

Financial Management:

• Assist in preparing, coordinating, and monitoring library budget, ensuring effective
  allocation of resources.
• Utilize financial software to manage budgetary processes and track expenditures.
• Identify alternate funding sources, such as donations and grants, to support library
  programs and initiatives.
• Evaluate bids, procure products and services, and submit recommendations for
  departmental purchases.

Personnel Supervision:

• Supervise subordinate personnel by preparing schedules, reviewing time sheets, resolving
  conflicts, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with policies and procedures, monitor accrued paid time off, and submit
  volunteer reports and letters of credit.
• Address personnel issues, implement corrective measures, and conduct performance
  evaluations.

Strategic Leadership:

• Collaborate with the Library Director to develop short and longterm goals for the library,
  aligning with community needs and organizational objectives.
• Assist in drafting plans to enhance library services and improve operational efficiency.
  Lead special strategic initiatives and projects as assigned by the Director.
• Assume leadership responsibilities in the absence of the Library Director, ensuring
  continuity of operations and effective decisionmaking.

Library Operations Management:

• Manage the circulation desk and automated circulation system, processing payments,
  providing reference assistance, and supporting frontline staff.
• Oversee collection development activities, including the evaluation, selection, and
  acquisition of materials in various formats.
• Review newly published materials, assess the relevance to community needs, and make
  purchasing decisions.
• Monitor money management and assist in budget preparation and execution.

Requirements

Qualifications:
Education and Experience – An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be
considered.

Education
Master's in Library and Information Science or related field

Experience
4-5 years of previous relevant work experience is required.

Supervisory
2 years of previous supervisory experience is required.

Certifications/Licenses
None