Branch Manager -Brimfield and Randolph Branches

Job Purpose

To assist patrons by directing the operation of a branch library, implementing services and programs.

Qualifications

• Masters of Library Science Degree or within six months of obtaining the degree and applicable experience.
• Knowledge, Skills And Abilities:
  • Knowledge of library goals and objectives;
  • Library science and technology, public relations;
  • Management and supervision techniques;
  • Budgeting;
  • Operation of automated library equipment;
  • Computer operations and functions including data processing techniques.
  • Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions;
  • Plan, schedule and organize work;
  • Prepare meaningful, concise and accurate reports;
  • Communicate effectively in written and oral form;
  • Establish cooperative work environment at both branch and interdepartmental levels;
  • Develop good rapport with library patrons.
• Special Qualifications:
  • Valid Ohio Driver's license or ability to obtain a license.
  • Ability to work varied hours as needed which may include evenings and weekends.

Illustrative Duties

• Administers library policies and procedures;
• Prepares monthly report for the Board of Trustees;
• Oversees collecting and reporting of library statistics;
• Prepares reports as requested;
• Writes grants and assists in their preparation;
• Works jointly with branch and administration managers in achieving objectives of Portage County District Library’s mission;
• Schedules and assigns work to employees;
• Interviews pre-screened candidates for positions; recommends hiring;
• Evaluates and disciplines employees;
• Responds to employee complaints;
• Monitors the work of employees and ensures compliance with policies and procedures;
• Approves paid leaves;
• Maintains knowledge of available materials and patron reading preferences;
• Conducts inventory of materials, as required;
• Evaluates materials for age and condition and determines if updating, repair or withdrawing is appropriate;
• Performs in-depth reference service;
• Instructs patrons in use of library computers;
• Conducts inventory of reference department.

Supervisory Duties

• Schedules and assigns work to employees;
• Interviews pre-screened candidates for positions; recommends hiring;
• Evaluates and disciplines employees;
• Responds to employee complaints;
• Monitors the work of employees and ensures compliance with policies and procedures;
• Approves paid leaves;
• Maintains employee attendance and work records.

Deadline to Apply

Applications received before Saturday, August 8 will receive first consideration. Position is open until filled.

About the Role

The Branch Manager will oversee direction of both the Brimfield and Randolph Branches. Time is split between the two branches.

Benefits

Exempt.

Pay

Not specified.

Schedule

Average of 40 hours/week, includes some evenings and weekends.