Library Services Manager manages the daily planning, staff, and operations for the acquisition, classification, maintenance, licensing, and distribution of print and digital materials to meet the information needs of library users. Coordinates process to research, review, identify and procure new materials to develop the library's collection. Being a Library Services Manager performs cataloging and creates bibliographies and metadata to classify the library's collection of books, serial publications, documents, audiovisual, and other materials. Develops and oversees support, service, and technology resources to ensure that groups and individuals can access requested materials. Additionally, Library Services Manager requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Library Services Manager manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be a Library Services Manager typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Education and Experience:
Master’s degree in Library Information Science from an ALA accredited college or university plus experience in library services for tweens and teens.
Qualifications:Knowledge of children’s and young adult literature and current materials being published in all formats.
Knowledge of professional library principles, methods, materials and administrative practices.Ability to interact and communicate effectively and tactfully with children, young adults and adults.
Ability to work well with volunteer and community groups.Ability to work independently and with other team members to carry out all of the tasks and charges that are required to give excellent service.
Department: Perrot Library
Division: Youth Services
Bargaining Status: Non-RepresentedDuties and Responsibilities:
Provides quality library services to tweens and teens in the Youth Services Department.
Schedules, designs and develops programs for tweens and teens.
Assists with development of promotional and registration materials for library programs.
Plans, performs and evaluates programs for age specific groups of tweens and teens in the youth services department.
Maintains communication with local schools. Schedules school visits and performs book talks in conjunction with school staff and Youth Services team members.
Assists with collection development, selecting/recommending new materials in the areas assigned and ordering and /or checking orders.
Actively maintains knowledge of current materials for youth.
Provides reference and reader's advisory services in person, by mail, telephone and electronically to library patrons of all ages using appropriate library materials in all formats.
Performs related work as required.
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