Region:

Southwest Florida Address:

16410

Rangeland Parkway City:

Bradenton Zipcode:

34211 ALA accredited Masters required: Yes Manages day-to-day operations of a branch library location within the Manatee County Library System or manages a specific work section at Central Library. Provides oversight to staff and facility operations. Responsible for administrative and operational functions for assigned section or branch. Addresses internal and external behavioral issues, accidents, and incidents, interacting with law enforcement, risk management, emergency services, and mental health providers as needed. Interprets and enforces relevant County and Library policies and procedures to the public. Sets goals and objectives for team members for achievement of operational results. Assigns work and delegates responsibilities to staff and monitors progress to ensure goals are met and high-quality customer service is maintained. Hires, trains, coaches, appraises, and rewards assigned staff. Responds appropriately to employee complaints and issues. Cultivates strong working relationships and builds trust among team members. Reviews and recommends new methods and procedures to make daily operations more efficient. Performs considerable short-term and long-term planning, scheduling, and coordinating within area of responsibility. Recommends policy or services changes to Library Administration. Assists with the development of the annual budget for assigned section or branch. Monitors revenue and expenses and allocates fiscal resources appropriately. Acts as library liaison, representing the library at County, Friends, and community meetings and participating in community outreach events. Develops and maintains community contacts. Makes public presentations as requested. Serves as a member of the Library Leadership Team. Facilitates the mission of the library. Contributes to a collaborative vision for the library and exhibits a strong commitment to innovative user-centered service. Prepares monthly, annual and special reports and statistical reports. Maintains current knowledge of professional library issues, developments, materials, and equipment with emphasis on current and future trends in technology and literacy. Also maintains current knowledge of specific area of assignment. Attends training and meetings and participates in professional library organizations. Performs other related duties as assigned, including participation in emergency or disaster response activities, as required and consistent with the employee's qualifications, essential job functions, and appliable federal and Florida law.

Education/Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications, please see job post for full details. Master's degree in library science from a university or college accredited by the American Library Association. Five (5) or more years of progressively responsible experience in a library system. Three (3) or more years of supervisory experience, which can include supervision of volunteers. Valid driver license required, with valid Florida driver license required within 30 days of hire. Equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience may be considered in meeting the minimum qualifications for this position.

Multilingual Skills Required:

No