This is a full-time position with benefits. This position is responsible for directing the activities of the library within the framework of established philosophy, objectives and policies adopted by the County. Responds to all operational and legal information requests, including statistics, open records, sponsorship, Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processing employee concerns and problems, directing work, counseling, disciplining, and completing employee performance appraisals; interviews and selects new employees; facilitates staff training and motivation. Coordinates daily work activities; organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; creates an atmosphere of teamwork and cooperation among staff; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff, assists with complex/problem situations, and provides technical expertise. Coordinates library projects and activities with those of other departments, educational organizations, community organizations, or others as needed. Ensures departmental compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies and procedures; ensures adherence to established safety procedures; initiates any actions necessary to correct deviations or violations; interprets library rules/policies for staff members and the public. Consults with County Administrator, Board of Commissioners, and others to approve policy, receive direction, or resolve issues. Performs miscellaneous tasks associated with daily library operations, which may include reserving use of meeting rooms, assisting patrons in location books and information, recommending books, checking library materials in/out, or collecting overdue fines. Analyzes and evaluates library services; evaluates changes in the service community and changes in methods for providing information; communicates with library users to identify needs; plans new programs and services; ensures the library adapts to changing conditions in order to provide the highest quality of library services. Directs operations/activities of the library; plans, prepares, and monitors library budget; monitors expenditures and approves supply orders; develops plans, goals, and objectives for the library. Represents and promotes the library in the community; provides education and information to the community; gives speeches and presentations; prepares/distributes educational materials; acts as liaison with community organizations. Maintains a comprehensive, current knowledge of applicable laws/regulations; maintains an awareness of new trends and advances in the profession; reads professional literature; maintains professional affiliations; attends workshops and training sessions as appropriate. Responds to questions and complaints about library facilities, materials, staff, or related issues; researches problems, provides information, and initiates problem resolution Ensures departmental compliance with all applicable codes, laws, rules, regulations, standards, policies, and procedures; ensures adherence to established safety procedures; initiates actions to correct deficiencies. Directs and participates in the development and administration of the annual operating budget and other assigned budgets; monitors and authorizes expenditures. Evaluates, determines and requests additional funds necessary for staffing, equipment, materials and supplies; develops and schedules equipment purchases and replacement. Performs other related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of a Master of Library Science degree from an American Library Association accredited university. Experience sufficient to thoroughly understand the diverse objectives and functions of the subunits in the division/department in order to direct and coordinate work within the division/department, usually interpreted to require three to five years of related experience. Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.
