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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Century Gothic","sans-serif"'>I would like to have the following posted to the oplinlist if possible.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Century Gothic","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Century Gothic","sans-serif"'>Thank You,<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Century Gothic","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Century Gothic","sans-serif"'>Suzanne Cline <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Century Gothic","sans-serif"'>Executive Director</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Century Gothic","sans-serif"'>Shelby County Libraries</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Century Gothic","sans-serif"'>Amos Memorial </span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Century Gothic","sans-serif"'>(937) 492- 8354</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Century Gothic","sans-serif"'><a href="mailto:clinesu@oplin.org">clinesu@oplin.org</a><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Century Gothic","sans-serif"'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal>Due to retirement, Shelby County Libraries seeks a qualified, enthusiastic person for Director of Library Services for Children. This position requires a MLS/MLIS from an ALA accredited school. Responsibilities include overseeing operations of the Children’s Department including programming for children 0 – 12 years of age, supervision of children’s staff, and maintaining children’s collections for the six locations throughout the system. This position is one of a seven member Senior Management team and reports directly to the Executive Director. Evening and weekends are required based on the needs of the library. Position is full time and salary begins at $19.50/hour depending on experience and qualifications. Interested applicants should send a resume and cover letter attention Suzanne Cline, Executive Director, Shelby County Libraries, 230 E North Street Sidney, OH 45365, or email <a href="mailto:clinesu@oplin.org">clinesu@oplin.org</a>. Those responding by Monday, October 8<sup>th</sup> will receive first consideration. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>For more information about our library system, please visit <a href="http://www.shelbyco.lib.oh.us">www.shelbyco.lib.oh.us</a>. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>TITLE:</b> Director of Library Services for Children<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><u>PRIME FUNCTION</u>:</b><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Under the direct supervision of the Executive Director is responsible for interpreting and implementing library policies and procedures, recommending, designing, supervising, and evaluating an active children’s program to meet the needs and wants of children ages 0 - 12 years of age and child related programs for parents, caregivers and teachers with the goals and objectives established by the Library Board and Library Administration. Provide reference and reader’s advisory services. Develop and maintain a reference and circulating collection for juvenile patrons. Responsible for the interviewing, hiring, training, and supervising of staff assigned to the Children’s Room. Responsible to oversee children’s programs and services offered in all locations.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><u>FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES</u>:<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Plans and conducts age appropriate programs for children and their families to encourage reading in an effort to create lifelong readers.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Evaluates and selects materials of interest to children to satisfy their informational, educational, and recreational needs for all library locations in the system.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Performs reference and reader’s advisory services in person and telephone using materials in a variety of formats. Compiles bibliographies and develops library user guides. Assists patrons in the use of the online catalog and other electronic tools.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Maintains contact with and provides services to local organizations, schools, and educational groups serving children.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Seeks collaborations and partnerships with community groups with common goals.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Hires, trains, and supervises the staff assigned to the Children’s Room insuring that department staff are responsive to patrons in a consistent, friendly and professional manner.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Interprets the Library’s policies and procedures to the public in a customer friendly manner and resolves customer complaints in a pleasant, timely and professional manner. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Recommends policies and procedures on the operations of the Children’s Department.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Serves as an advocate of children and reading in the library and in the community.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Requisitions departmental supplies and capital improvements as needed.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Uses computers and the Internet effectively for providing library service.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Examines, interprets and anticipates community needs and develops programs and services for children.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Plans and/or creates displays to enhance the Library collection and promote reading to insure that the environment within the Children’s area is pleasant, friendly and services meets the needs of patrons.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Attends workshops, conferences, and meetings and reads professional literature to stay current in the field.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Serves on committees, as requested, to enhance the profession.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Reports problems and/or concerns regarding maintenance and janitorial services within the department to the building supervisor for resolution.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Maintains knowledge of the circulation system in order to assist at circulation desk.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Participates in the routine desk responsibilities as needed. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Hold regular meetings with the staff assigned to the branch locations to discuss, plan, and evaluate services, materials, and programs provided in the branch facilities.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><u><span style='font-size:10.0pt'>QUALIFICATION CRITERIA</span></u></b><span style='font-size:10.0pt'>:<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><u>Educational</u>:<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>MLS from an ALA accredited school <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><u>Essential</u><b>:<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Demonstrates an interest in and a genuine desire to serve children, their families, and their caregivers.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Establishes and maintains an effective working relationship with persons of all ages.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Has a strong background in children’s literature and knowledge of children’s behaviors.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Is self-motivated.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Knows reference sources in a variety of formats.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Demonstrates the ability to train, direct, and supervise staff.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Has experience working with children.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Demonstrates creativity through a variety of programs and storytelling techniques.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Demonstrates problem solving and decision making techniques.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Ability and willingness to work evenings and weekends.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Knowledge of the Library’s policies and procedures.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Possesses independent judgment in order to set priorities and work independently.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Demonstrates positive interpersonal skills to deal effectively with the public and staff.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Ability to train, direct and supervise staff.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Ability to independently plan, analyze and structure staff assignments to provide efficient and effective library service.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Willingness to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing practices.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Possesses a positive work attitude.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p 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