Library Supervisor Community
The Louisville Free Public Library is the largest library system in Kentucky, serving nearly three million visitors at 17 branch locations each year. At LFPL, we believe that free access to books, ideas, resources, and information is vital for the education, employment, enjoyment, and self-government of our citizens. LFPL works tirelessly to turn the library’s gaze outward, engaging the community in new and exciting ways with programs like the “Authors at the Library” series – featuring more than 75 New York Times bestselling authors – and the hugely popular How-To Festival.
Thanks to significant capital investment over the last decade, LFPL has opened five new, state-of-the-art libraries, including three 40,000-square-foot regional libraries. These modern, award-winning facilities have increased services for more than 500,000 residents, and boast LFPL firsts, like the COLLIDER Artist-In-Residence Program, maker labs, a recording studio, and demonstration kitchen.
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$59,217.60 Annually
Description
2 Positions available
Essential Functions:
Plans and supervises the day-to-day operation of a community library branch
Exercises supervision over subordinate personnel
Examples of Duties/Examples of Work:
UNDER ADMINISTRATIVE SUPERVISION
Represents the library to community groups
Reviews and evaluates resource materials, and selects and orders books, periodicals, audiovisual and other materials
Plans, coordinates, and participates in library and community programs
Prepares and generates reports and statistical data
Provides technical assistance and instruction, and answers questions regarding the use of the library, collections, and services
Recruits, trains, schedules and supervises volunteers
Requests building maintenance, equipment repair, and custodial services
Coordinates collection, development, programming, and resource sharing activities
Receives and attempts to resolve complaints from the public
Provides customer service, outreach and technology assistance to the public
Oversees collection, development, programming, and resource sharing activities
Conducts group in-service and individual training
Assesses staffing and physical resource needs of assigned area or location
Supervises day-to-day service plans and operations including staff development, oversight of general maintenance and security, and supporting staff in utilizing proactive customer service strategies
Evaluates library material collections using information from users, potential users and standard collection maintenance tools
Assists staff with resolving patron concerns and complaints
Works with branch or library leadership to set and monitor progress of branch goals and strategies
Performs related work
Minimum Requirements
Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:
Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work
Communicates with individuals in person and utilizes all types of communication media
Reviews information from video displays, printed and micro-form documents
Lifts and carries items weighing up to 35 pounds
Minimum Requirements:
Master's degree
Library Science
Related field
Two years of supervisory experience
Other Minimums:
Must hold and maintain a Professional certification in the State of Kentucky (KRS 171.250) within 30 days of employment
Eligible for certificate of Librarianship from the State Board for the Certification of Librarians
Equivalency:
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted, but must include two years of supervisory experience
KSA's:
Ability to lead and work well as part of a team
Must be able to work independently and with minimal supervision
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally
Skill in time management and organization
Ability to effectively work with diverse population
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, public and private sector officials and the public
Knowledge of the principles and practices of library science
Knowledge of the Library’s mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives
Knowledge of a wide range of books, authors and available resources to provide advice to customers
Knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft products, internet, e-mail and downloadable electronic devices
Supplemental Information
First position Desirables:
Experience programming with adults
Experience building partnerships with community partners
Fluent in a secondary language
Second position Desirables:
Professional experience developing and providing age appropriate programs for Children and Teens, with an emphasis on early childhood experience in Children's and Teen services library unit
Knowledge of Children's and Teen Literature
Benefits
Louisville Metro Government is committed to providing our employees with the tools they need to lead a fit and healthy life. Aside from community-wide initiatives like the Mayor's Hike, Bike and Paddle event every Memorial Day and Labor Day, and the Healthy Hometown Movement, Metro Government provides employees with programs designed to enhance their life and well-being, like a Wellness Center that allows employees and their dependents with Metro health insurance to take care of their basic medical and health needs for a $5 co-pay. Louisville Metro Government understands that a team of healthy, vibrant employees is the greatest asset we have.
Full Time Regular
· Medical
· Dental
· Vision
· Group Term Life
· Supplemental Life
· Accidental Death & Dismemberment
· Sick Leave
· Vacation
· Holiday Pay
· Bereavement Leave
· Kentucky Public Pensions Authority
· 457 Deferred Comp
· Voluntary Lifestyle Benefits
· Tuition Assistance
· Qualified Adult Benefits
· Childcare Assistance
· Free TARC Use
· Paid Parental Leave
Part Time – 17.5 to 25 Hours Per Week
· Vacation (pro rata)
· Sick Leave (pro rata)
· Holiday Pay (pro rata)
Part Time – Less Than 17.5 Hours Per Week
· Ineligible For Benefits
Temporary Positions