Branch Manager

Davis County Government

$70K — $109K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA-accredited institution or a Master's degree in public/business administration from an accredited institution.
  • 4 years of full-time paid library experience, including 2 years in a supervisory role.
  • Preference for experience in city or county public libraries.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee branch operations, supervise staff, and manage work schedules.
  • Implement new programs and policies and manage physical facility upkeep.
  • Assist library patrons with reference questions and technical support.
  • Participate in administrative meetings to evaluate library functions and operations.
  • Engage in continuous education through library conferences and training.
  • Coordinate outreach and community relations programs at the branch level.
  • Prepare budget information and monitor expenditures as needed.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional growth and development through training and conferences.
  • Engagement with community initiatives and programs.
  • Supportive team environment with opportunities for collaboration.
Full Job Description
Salary: $33.95 - $52.47 hourly

Department: Library

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

This position is located at the Centerville Library.

is currently hiring for a Branch Manager. This position is full time and performs professional and administrative duties in directing a branch library.

Our Ideal Candidate Requirements
  • Graduation from an American Library Association (ALA) accredited college or university with a Master's degree in Library Science, or graduation from an accredited college or university with a Master's degree in public or business administration.
  • Four years of full-time paid library experience, two years of which must have been in a supervisory position. An acceptable combination of education and experience may be considered.

Preference for city or county public library experience.

Day to Day Duties
  • Oversees assigned location; supervises clerical and professional employees; recommends employees for hire and trains employees; schedules, assigns and monitors work; evaluates performance in compliance with County policies, procedures, and practices; documents and addresses performance problems in a timely manner; disciplines employees as necessary.
  • Manages processes and activities in assigned location; recommends and implements new programs and procedures, ensures physical facility maintenance issues are reported in a timely manner. Reviews and recommends materials selected for purchase; plans long-term collection development; performs specific duties in assigned area. Responsible for the development and maintenance of assigned library collections at the assigned location.
  • Provides assistance and guidance to library patrons by responding to reference questions; locates information sources; provides guidance regarding specific books and authors, researches reference questions using the library's electronic information services; provides technical support for staff and patrons; instructs patrons in the use of the library, the public access catalog, and other electronic resources.
  • Participates in system administrative meetings with the Director, Deputy Directors and other branch managers; assists in evaluating and modifying library operational activities and planning for future activities, programs and projects. Assumes ad hoc or standing assignments for system-wide programs; interprets Library policy.
  • Participates in continuing education programs such as library conferences, including required and elective State, County or Library training.
  • Coordinates outreach and community relation programs at the branch level in conjunction with larger system level initiatives.
  • Prepares budget information and provides input into planned expenditures as requested by the Director; monitors expenditures as requested.
  • Travels to conferences and events outside of Utah; travels to locations within and outside of Davis County to attend meetings, training, conferences, and other events.


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