[Michlib-l] Employment Opportunity - Genoa Branch Manager, OH

[Janelle Thomas]

*Please excuse cross postings:*


*Harris-Elmore ~ Genoa Libraries, Ohio *


*Branch Manager*

*Classification*

Branch Manager

*FLSA Status*

Exempt

*Level*

Full Time

*Division*

Genoa Branch Library

*Reports to*

Director

*Schedule*

TBD Weekly; 1-2 Saturdays per month; Some Evening Hours

*Salary Range*

$40,000-$50,000 annually

*Date Revised*

May 2023


*JOB RESPONSIBILITIES*


Under the general direction of the Director, the Genoa Library Branch
Manager serves as the Librarian in charge of the Genoa Branch Library,
providing leadership for branch staff and managing the overall service plan
and operation of the agency.  This includes collection development and
maintenance, services and programs, customer and community relations,
outreach and partnership development, and oversight of the general
maintenance and security of the library building and grounds.


*PRIMARY DUTIES*



   - Demonstrates and models excellent internal and external customer
   service.  Maintains frequent personal presence in public areas to ensure
   outstanding service.
   - Oversees all branch services such as reference assistance, reader’s
   advisory, outreach, circulation, technical services, and programming.
   - Responds to complaints from patrons and interprets policies and
   procedures.
   - Hires, manages, evaluates, disciplines, and schedules employees within
   the branch.  Oversees branch volunteers.  Serves as liaison between
   administration and branch staff.  Communicates with the Director on
   policy, patron, and staffing issues.
   - Manages and purchases branch collections, oversees evaluation and
   processing of donated materials.  Ensures the collection is responsive
   to the community’s informational, recreational, and educational needs.
   - Promotes community awareness of the Library and establishes effective
   communication with community groups, organizations, and individuals.
   - Assists in preparing annual budget requests and monitors branch
   facility and security needs.
   - Compiles monthly statistics (item circulation, computers, etc.) via
   Bluecloud Analytics and produces a monthly report for the Board of Trustees.

   - Engages area teachers and administrative staff in their needs for
   library services, collection development, and programming.
   - Leads adult book discussion groups and other internal programming when
   necessary.
   - Maintains various portions of the Library website when needed.
   - Updates social media when needed.  Informs Programs Librarian of any
   updates for other library social media that pertains to the branch.
   - Keeps up to date on library applications (Hoopla, Libby, etc.) and
   databases.
   - Provides prompt, courteous and direct assistance to all patrons with
   basic information regarding use of library materials, equipment, and
   services.
   - Performs circulation/reference desk duties as needed.
   - Provides reader's advisory and reference services (print and
   online/databases) for all patrons.
   - Orders supplies to maintain the offices and physical integrity of the
   branch.
   - Sends acknowledgement to those that have made donations to the library
   branch.


*SKILLS & ABILITIES*



   - Understands and follows written and oral instructions.
   - Ability to communicate effectively with others, orally and in writing,
   including through email.
   - Knowledge of library principles, methods, materials and practices and
   ability to interpret such to the general public.
   - Honesty, integrity, ability to maintain confidentiality, and
   responsible stewardship of public resources.
   - Critical thinking skills to be able to solve problems and make sound
   decisions on a daily basis.
   - Ability to effectively and positively represent the library before
   community groups and the public.
   - Organizational skills to be able to manage multiple priorities and
   meet deadlines.
   - Interpersonal skills to work effectively with multi-level staff,
   patrons, and community groups.
   - General knowledge of training, mentoring, and coaching techniques and
   principles.
   - Knowledge of management principles and supervisory skills to
   effectively direct the activities of staff.
   - Ability to perform clerical duties.
   - Ability to operate all equipment connected with job duties.
   - Knowledge of standard library procedures, current information
   technology, Internet, and database search capabilities.
   - Knowledge of computers and various software.
   - Ability to assist other staff in various phases of library work.
   - Ability to recognize and set priorities, and to use initiative and
   independent judgment in a variety of situations.
   - Must be able to lift, push, or carry bags of books or boxes weighing
   up to 20 pounds.
   - Must be able to use a standing computer terminal for long periods of
   time.
   - Must be able to drive a car and hold a valid driver’s license.  Mileage
   is reimbursed.
   - Ability to attend occasional training and other library related events
   as assigned.
   - Must be available to work a flexible schedule, including evenings and
   Saturdays.
   - Must possess physical mobility involving bending, lifting, reading,
   and hearing.
   - Ability to maintain a positive attitude of customer service to the
   public, even under trying circumstances.
   - Ability to learn and stay current with emerging technology, including
   digital media, digital devices (ipads, smart phones, e-readers, etc.), and
   applications.
   - Working knowledge of library related apps (Hoopla, SEO App, Libby)


*EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS*



   - Bachelor’s degree from accredited four year college or university is
   required.
   - Three years of recent responsible professional management experience,
   including at least one year working within a library environment.
   - Master’s degree in library information science from an ALA accredited
   library school preferred, but not required.



To apply, send a letter of interest, resume, and two professional
references to:




*Jennifer Fording, Director Harris-Elmore Public Library
director at harriselmorelibrary.org <director at harriselmorelibrary.org>*




*_________________________________________________________________________________________________________*


*Janelle Thomas *(she/her/hers)* | *Executive Director *| *The Northwest
Regional Library System (NORWELD) *| *Phone: 419-352-2903 |
jthomas at norweld.org


*This message and any response to it may constitute a public record and
thus may be publicly available to anyone who requests it.*
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