What are the responsibilities and job description for the Librarian, Supervisor position at Broward County?
service section of a regional or flagship library; participate on the supervisory team of the
assigned location; ensure that Broward County policies and procedures are followed; resolve
day-to-day operational issues; develop and implement programs and services, including division- wide initiatives; cultivate outreach efforts; and serve as a Supervisor-in-Charge of the building on a regular basis. This position is also responsible for collection development, youth and adult reference services, programs and readers advisory.
In addition, this supervisor serves as a resource to multiple libraries in the assigned cluster;
provides training to staff throughout the system; may assign staff to other locations as needed; and on occasion assists at other libraries. This supervisor participates on system-wide committees and is responsible for collaborating with colleagues to ensure reference procedures are current and meet the needs of the Division and customers.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:
Requires two (2) years of professional library experience providing services to all ages including one (1) year of lead work/supervisory experience.
Preferences:
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule that may include days, evenings, nights, and weekends
- Master's degree or higher in Education or related field that is separate but relevant from the Minimum Qualifications
- ALA Leadership Institute Certificate
- Sunshine State Library Leadership Institute Certificate
- Post Master Certification in Librarianship
- Certificate in Library Leadership and Management
- 2 years Project Planning Experience
- 2 years Grants Writing Experience
- 2 years or more experience planning and implementing public programs and outreach
- 2 years or more experience forming and maintaining partnerships with community groups and other County agencies
General Description:
Directs and supervises the operations of a specific section or branch of the library.
Works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.
Duties and Responsibilities:
The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.
Acts as Supervisor in Charge (SIC) of the building which entails making decisions about problems and safety of staff and customers, writing up incident reports and handling other issues that arise; prepares comprehensive written reports for Supervisors and for the Youth Services administration.
Oversees the reporting of accurate monthly statistics on reference questions and programs; oversees collection of 70,000 items; assesses the collection frequently to ensure that the library is responsive to customers' need for updated and relevant materials, including weeding and ordering new replacement titles.
Coordinates the planning and implementation of programs including programs for babies, toddlers, early literacy programs for 3-4 year olds and programs for grade school students, teens and adults; prepares budgets for these programs; develops and maintains partnership with assigned elementary, middle, and high schools as well as community based day care centers.
Participates as part of the management team and develops policies and procedures, as necessary.
Supervises, interviews/hires, trains, counsels, coaches and evaluates assigned staff; prepares performance evaluations for subordinate employees; reviews payroll and attendance.
Provides responsive and timely reference and technology-based service to library customers face-to-face or by phone or emails, as well as outreach to schools and centers.
Prepares book displays, updates Reference Section webpages, updates database user guides, handles assignments as a member of the Broward County Library Reference Committee, and works on additional tasks as needed.
Creates original cataloging records for items vendors were unable to catalog; completes records vendors were unable to complete; manages the flow of uncatalogued/incomplete cataloged materials to ensure they are received at owning location in a timely fashion.
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with vendors; resolves problems with orders, such as incorrectly filled, records not sent, product not sent, wrong records sent, wrong product sent, delayed or incorrect delivery, or incorrect billing.
Selects all adult and juvenile fiction and non-fiction DVDs (digital video discs), music CDs (compact discs), audiobooks, language instruction programs, and video games for the library system.
Performs related work as assigned.
Physical DemandsPhysical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs light work that involves walking or standing most of the time and involves exerting up to 20 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis, or skill, adeptness and speed in the use of fingers, hands or limbs on repetitive operation of electronic office equipment within moderate tolerances or limits of accuracy.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
None.
County Core Competencies- Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
- Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
- Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Salary : $65,634 - $104,751