| Purpose: |
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Working independently, this position manages daily operations and supervises staff of an Austin Public Library retail location. |
| Duties, Functions and Responsibilities: |
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Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
- Directs the operations of the retail location and staff.
- Develops and implements strategies to manage departmental inventory operations to include procurement, sourcing, and product development.
- Develops short- and long-term plans for a library facility.
- Manages the purchasing, marketing, displaying, and selling of merchandise.
- Oversees staff management of inventory investment which may include physical inventories, customer participation, and validation of items.
- Oversees maintenance, security, and physical condition of the retail location, ensuring overall cleanliness and proper working condition of the facility.
- Conducts meetings and trainings with staff to interpret and explain policies to public and staff.
- Coordinates with other libraries and organizations concerning resource sharing and coordination of services.
- Assists in development of budget and grant applications, which may include directing or monitoring work unit expenditures. Prepares operational and financial reports of operations.
- Represents the City of Austin and Austin Public Library to the public.
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| Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised: |
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Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling, and recommendation for dismissal.
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| Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: |
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Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
- Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
- Knowledge of product development, sourcing, and buying.
- Knowledge of library procedures, systems, and techniques.
- Knowledge of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles and practices.
- Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws.
- Knowledge of City practices, policies, and procedures.
- Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
- Skill in oral and written communication.
- Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
- Skill in using computers and related software.
- Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
- Skill in planning and organizing.
- Skill in collection development.
- Ability to facilitate discussions and resolve issues.
- Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
- Ability to use library automation and the internet.
- Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
- Ability to provide high-level customer service.
- Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
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| Minimum Qualifications: |
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- Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in retail management or a related field, plus four (4) years of relevant experience, including one (1) year of experience which was in a lead or supervisory capacity.
- Experience may substitute for the education up to the maximum of four (4) years.
- Graduation with a Master's degree from an accredited college or university may substitute up to two (2) years of experience.
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| Licenses and Certifications Required: |
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None.
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| Physical Requirements: |
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- Must be able to stoop, bend, walk, and reach heights of up to six (6) feet.
- Must be able to lift or pull book bags and equipment up to fifty (50) pounds.
- Must be able to push loaded book cart/truck up to 300 pounds.
- Must have manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard.
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