ELKHART PUBLIC LIBRARY Department Head - Extension Services Salary in the United States

How much does a Department Head - Extension Services make at companies like ELKHART PUBLIC LIBRARY in the United States? The average salary for Department Head - Extension Services at companies like ELKHART PUBLIC LIBRARY in the United States is $122,324 as of February 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $99,922 and $144,726. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.  View the Cost of Living in Major Cities2

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Description

Classification: Department Head – Extension Services

Location:   Main Library

Job Grade: 4 with MLS ($23.60 - $33.00), 5 without MLS ($20.50 - $28.70)

Job Category: A – Full-time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Reports To: Assistant Director of Branch and Extension Services


Both Internal and external applications are only being accepted for this positionApplication closing date March 15th, 2020 


SUMMARY 


The Head of Extension services oversees the effective and efficient operation of the Department and directly supervises the staff therein. If the incumbent possesses an MLS (or equivalent), he or she also serves as a librarian in his/her area of expertise or as assigned. 


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.


ORGANIZATION-WIDE EXPECTATIONS

  1. Follows and enforces established Library and personnel policy, procedures and work standards 
  2. Attends work regularly, on time, and as scheduled
  3. Exhibits welcoming, helpful, positive and friendly behavior to all patrons, staff and guests at all times in all communications formats (verbal and non-verbal) 
  4. Maintains confidentiality of sensitive information
  5. Regularly monitors Library communication venues including but not limited to employee email, staff bulletin boards and the intranet
  6. Participates in meetings, conferences, continuing education, community engagement, and special projects as required by the Elkhart Public Library or as dictated by professional commitment
  7. Addresses, or assists in addressing, issues and concerns related to the safety of Library staff and users as well as the security and maintenance of Library buildings and equipment

JOB-SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITY

  1. Provides input to the appropriate Assistant Director, and participates in the recruitment, interviewing, hiring, training, and terminating of departmental personnel
  2. Supervises (see supervisor responsibilities below) and provides guidance to departmental personnel
  3. Plans, develops, promotes, implements and evaluates a comprehensive program extending the Library’s services into the community in coordination with Assistant Director of Branch and Extension Services and other departments responsible for programming.
  4. Maintains the Extension Services delivery van.
  5. Additionally, if the employee in this position possesses an MLS (or equivalent), he/she will serve as a librarian to the general public and Library personnel regarding materials, collections and programs associated with his/her department, area of expertise or as assigned. He or she will also manage, select and order appropriate new materials and/or collections as assigned.
  6. Performs designated administrative and/or clerical duties. (this always goes at the end – it’s kinda like the “other duties as assigned”)


Requirements

WORK CONDITIONS


• Full-time (including evenings and weekends)

• Occasional local travel, occasional long distance travel


QUALIFICATIONS


EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Associate degree from an accredited school plus ten (10) years (public preferred) library experience, OR

• Bachelor degree from an accredited school plus three (3) years (public preferred) library experience

• Master’s degree from an American Library Association accredited school preferred.

• Appropriate Indiana Certification for Public Library Professionals, or will obtain certification within six (6) months of hire

• Minimum of three (3) years (public preferred) library experience

• Minimum of one (1) year (public preferred) library supervisory experience

• If applicable, must have a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record per the established guidelines of the Library’s insurer

• If applicable and driving own car during paid work time, a certificate of coverage or insurability from personal auto insurer must be provided


KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES

• A strong commitment to public service

• Ability to learn and adapt

• Ability to deal tactfully and courteously in person and on the telephone with people of all ages in a business and  public service context, and with professional colleagues

• If incumbent possesses an MLS (or equivalent): a thorough knowledge of modern library systems, materials, services, programs and equipment, along with selection, acquisition and classifications of collections, and the ability to apply that knowledge

• Ability to conduct an effective reference interview, provide ready-reference assistance and readers’ advisory services in all formats and utilize reference materials to assist patrons

• Broad knowledge in general subject areas as well as knowledge of authors, books, reader interests, reading levels and other media

• Above-average computer skills, including word processing, spreadsheet and presentation software in a Windows environment, along with intermediate Internet research capabilities

• Basic mathematical skills

• Ability to recognize and define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to follow written and verbal instructions

• Dependable and able to quickly exercise sound judgment during emergencies

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test as requested or required


LANGUAGE SKILL

• Excellent written and oral language and communication skills. Conversational Spanish preferred.

• Ability to read and comprehend written instructions and business correspondence, along with general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures and/or governmental regulations 

• Ability to effectively write reports, business correspondence and procedural  manuals 

• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from Library personnel and the general public in one-on-one and group situations


PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to speak, hear and see

• Ability to sit or stand for an extended length of time

• Ability to occasionally reach with hands and arms

• Ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel and crawl

• Ability to occasionally lift or move up to 40 pounds



SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Directly supervises all departmental personnel

• Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Elkhart Public Library’s policies and applicable laws, including planning and assigning work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees, addressing complaints and resolving problems


SALARY AND BENEFITS


• See Elkhart Public Library Salary Schedule

• See Elkhart Public Library Personnel eManual


This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by a person assigned to this job.  The above statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities that may be performed by a qualified applicant or individual with a disability.  Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.


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$144,726
$122,324
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