Branch Manager(Librarian II)

$59,393 - $98,237/Yr

City Of Norfolk - Norfolk, VA

Full-time - Mid Level

Norfolk, VA

Ambulatory Health Care Services

About the position

The Branch Manager (Librarian II) at the City of Norfolk's Department of Libraries is responsible for overseeing the operations of the Baron F. Black branch. This role includes managing library functions, providing customer service, and promoting the use of library facilities. The Branch Manager will also coordinate special projects, manage the federal depository collection, and ensure the library meets the diverse needs of the community.

Responsibilities

• Supervises employee recruitment, hiring, training, scheduling, and performance reviews.
• Directs the operations of the library including customer service, reference and readers' advisory services, circulation, public computing, and collection development.
• Reports directly to the Operations Manager.
• Monitors the branch library budget and oversees acquisitions of equipment and the collection.
• Establishes and maintains policies and procedures and implements quality control standards.
• Provides leadership and mentoring with regard to staff development.
• Oversees facility maintenance, custodial services, and security services.
• Promotes partnerships and collaboration between the library and the community through outreach and community engagement.
• Coordinates programming efforts by working with other branches, volunteers, and various departments.
• Responsible for preparing various updates and reports as required by Library Administration.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited university.
• Two years of experience as a professional Librarian or equivalent professional experience including management experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications.

Nice-to-haves

• 3-5 years of prior library experience.
• Previous experience in reference work, customer service, management, program planning, and/or collection development.

Benefits

• $5,000 sign-on bonus
• Equal opportunity access to information and resources
• High quality book and multimedia materials
• Programs, exhibits, and online resources for community enrichment