Description

POSITION: Branch Manager

LOCATION: Schweitzer Brentwood Branch-2214 Brentwood Blvd-Springfield, MO Classification: Full Time

Salary Track: 203

FLSA Status: Exempt

SALARY: $87,838.40 per year

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Until Filled

This is a full-time exempt position, approximately 40 hours per week. Candidates must be available to work budgeted hours during open hours of the library: Monday through Thursday 8:30am to 9:00pm, Friday 8:30am to 8:00pm, Saturday 8:30am to 7:00 pm and Sunday 10:00am to 6:00pm. Some hours outside the open hours of the library will be required. As a condition of employment, work schedules may change as necessary to best provide user services and to meet the Library's responsibility to the citizens of Greene County.

Excellent Full-Time Benefitsinclude vacation, sick and holiday pay, medical, dental, vision life and long-term disability insurances, and retirement plans.

This position requires an MLS or MLIS from an ALA accredited institution. To be considered for this position Transcripts must accompany your application.

Three to five years of progressively responsible library experience, including collection development, with some supervisory experience is preferred. Attach applicable transcripts to your application.

Education and experience shall be evaluated regarding recency and quality, as well as quantity. Based on the number and quality of applicants, applications may be reviewed for qualifications beyond the minimums stated herein.

Proof of United States Citizenship/Authorization to Work in the United States as established by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 is a condition of employment.



Position Summary

The Branch Manager is responsible for the overall management of the library branch, including overseeing daily operations, coordinating staff, and ensuring high-quality patron services. This role involves developing and implementing branch-specific programs and services, managing the branch budget, and collaborating with community stakeholders to meet local information and educational needs. The Branch Manager also plays a key role in staff training and development, facilities management, and promoting a welcoming and inclusive environment for library users of all ages. Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills are essential for success in this position.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities
• Assumes responsibility for daily operations of the library branch
• Coordinates all branch library services and programming in compliance with system policies and procedures
• Manages, schedules, and trains branch staff to ensure productivity and high levels of patron service and enforces compliance with Library policy as stated in the Personnel Policy Manual
• Prepares and submits the branch budget, and assumes accountability for expenditures for programming, equipment, building maintenance, collection expansion, technology, utilities, professional services, and personnel
• Maintains positive relations with the community in the branch service area, and serves as a liaison between the library and various community organizations
• Interprets and implements the Library's General Conduct Policy
• Consistently punctual for work and meetings. Completes assigned duties in a timely manner.
• Exemplifies professional attitude and demeanor while engaging constituents, including the ability to work and interact with others in a cooperative, pleasant, and constructive manner.
• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee may be required to perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the Library.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
• Demonstrated ability to organize work effectively, lead and direct personnel and plan and carry out programs
• Superior oral and written communication skills
• Ability to effectively respond to problems and complaints with library patrons and/or staff
• Considerable knowledge of library management, with particular emphasis on patron services and staff development
• Thorough understanding of trends in libraries and related technologies
• Working knowledge of general management practices
• Effective public speaking skills
Education/Experience
• MLS, or MLIS degree from an ALA accredited institution
• Professional, supervisory, public library experience desired
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in customer service excellence
• Proficient with current technology, including recent innovations, library functions and current issues facing libraries, and a grasp of the evolving role of libraries
Contact
• Regular, daily, public service
• Regular contact with branch personnel and all system departments
• Frequent contact with community groups

Supervision
• Supervises branch staff
• Reports to the Associate Director
• Member of Administrative Staff
Physical Demands
• Performs bending, squatting, kneeling and reaching from floor level to a height of 6 feet
• Displays good coordination and mobility
• Routine lifting and handling of library materials weighing up to 30 lbs.
Working Environment
• Primarily indoors with heating and cooling regulated in a general library/office environment
Miscellaneous Requirements
• Must pass a security background check and credit report review