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City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

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Managing Librarian
FLSA: Standard/Exempt EEO Category: (20) Professionals
Class Code: 15160 Salary Grade: NB6
Approved: April 27, 2000 Last Revised: December 14, 2017

Purpose:
 

Working independently, manages daily operations of branch, work unit, or major support program service activity for the Library system.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
  Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
  1. Develops long and short-term plans. Stays abreast of library and archives issues and trends.
  2. Assists in development of budget and grant applications, may direct or monitor work unit expenditures.
  3. Provides input into the development of policies and procedures for library. Coordinates system-wide library activities, such as collection development, acquisitions, cataloging, processing, mending, withdrawals, recycling of books, and circulation support.
  4. Advises library staff on library procedures and issues, including selection, collection development, cataloging and classification, processing, intellectual freedom, and/or preservation.
  5. Provides outreach services to the public. Directs and develops public relations for work unit activities. Conducts meetings, training, and public programs. Interprets and explains policies to public and staff. Represents the City of Austin and Austin Public Library to the public. Coordinates customer service hotline.
  6. Selects library materials and develops collections for system, branch, or special collections. Provides original cataloging in all formats. Compiles bibliographies.
  7. Plans, develops, and manages work-unit fund raising activities and administer spending of donations.
  8. Oversees maintenance, security, and physical attractiveness of facility, grounds, and equipment.
  9. Coordinates with other libraries and organizations concerning resource sharing and coordination of services.
  10. Oversees cash handling and reporting. .Prepares reports, collects and monitors statistics.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
 

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling and recommendation for dismissal.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  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 library procedures, systems, and techniques.
  • Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws.
  • Knowledge of City practice, policies and procedures.
  • Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
  • Knowledge of reference tools and procedures.
  • Knowledge of current and retrospective literature.
  • Knowledge of archival issues and trends.
  • 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, including Microsoft Office products.
  • Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
  • Skill in planning and organizing.
  • Skill in collection development.
  • Ability to plan and present effective programs and/or exhibits.
  • Ability to work with frequent interruptions and changes in priorities.
  • Ability to stay current on archival issues and trends.
  • Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with other City employees and the public.
  • Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.
Minimum Qualifications:
 

Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an ALA accredited university, plus four (4) years as a professional librarian, two (2) years of which as a lead or supervisor.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
 

May require a valid operator's license and the use of a personal vehicle.
Physical Requirements:
 

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 truck up to three hundred (300) pounds.
Must have manual dexterity to operate computer keyboard.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.