JOB TITLE:  Library Supervisor DEPARTMENT/DIVISION:  Library

REPORTS TO:  Various

SUMMARY: Responsible for supervising the workflow of a specific unit within the library. Duties include: hiring, training, evaluating, coaching and counseling staff within the unit; serving on library management team; chairing library committees; developing and administering policies and procedures for area of responsibility as well as general policies; handling escalated customer complaints; managing vendor relationships; and assisting in the planning and development of library budget. Work is performed with general direction, working from broad goals and policies. 

Collection Resources:

Responsible for the acquisition and management of library materials in all formats. Administers and manages the library’s physical and digital materials budget, including grant funds, using the integrated library system.  Selects and maintains several library collections, both physical and digital. Works closely with other Library Supervisors and Librarian selectors to establish and execute ongoing collection development. Prepares specifications and evaluates bids for the procurement of products and services. Prepares materials budget estimates, establishes fund allocations, monitors expenditures, and performs fiscal year closing using the integrated library system. Maintains collection data and statistics and coordinates with other units to report department performance measures. Provides leadership to Librarian Selectors team and trains selectors in selection policies and procedures. Edits, updates, and implements the Collection Development Policy. Maintains record of collection policy decisions. Collects, analyzes, and reports library performance measures, both internally and externally.

SUPERVISORY/BUDGET RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Supervises staff to include: hiring, prioritizing and assigning work; conducting performance evaluations; ensuring staff is trained; ensuring that employee follows policies and procedures
• Maintains and manages the library unit’s budget, including grant funds, using integrated library system.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of library science principles and practices
• Knowledge of research methods and practices
• Knowledge of electronic databases
• Knowledge of trends related to areas of assignment
• Knowledge of reference materials, techniques, and practices
• Knowledge of print and online reference sources
• Working knowledge of integrated library systems
• Skilled in delegating and prioritizing work
• Skilled in developing and administering budgets; strong basic mathematical
• Skilled in applying independent judgment, personal discretion, and resourcefulness in interpreting and applying guidelines
• Skilled in conducting research
• Skilled in preparing clear and concise reports, including oral, written, and audio/visual presentations;
• Skilled in providing customer service, internal (staff) and external (customers and vendors)
• Skilled in operating a computer and related software applications
• Skilled in communicating effectively with a variety of individuals
• Skilled in data analysis
• Ability to work in cross-organizational collaboration

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master’s degree in Library Science, or a related field
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, including Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Two years progressively responsible experience

PREFERENCES:

• One year of supervisory experience

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Frequent reaching, sitting, standing, walking, talking, seeing, hearing, and manual
• Occasional lifting and carrying up to 25 pounds
• Work is typically performed in a standard office environment

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• Must satisfy pre-employment drug test
• Must satisfy criminal history check
• Must satisfy motor vehicle records check

PAY RATE: $61,974.44/year