[OPLINLIST] Job Posting - Pickerington Public Library

[Tony Howard]

Pickerington Public Library

Information Services Manager Position



Reports to: Assistant Director

Non-exempt full-time position: 37.5-40 hours a week

Compensation: Starting at $20.73/hour with excellent benefits



     The Information Services Manager oversees implementation, development and evaluation of all adult and teen programs and services for Main Library. The Information Services Manager is responsible for the planning and provision of information services to adult and teens, including reference, reader's advisory services, adult programming and technology. This individual maintains responsibility for development of adult nonfiction/fiction, teen, and reference collections in all formats. The Information Services Manager Supports the library's executive Leadership Team by managing portions of the library's website and social media accounts. They also supervise a team of Reference Librarians and/or Assistants; as well as, The Homework Help Center Coordinator.  The Information Services Manager works with each department in the library to provide materials and excellent customer service to the patrons.



Job Summary:

·        Manage, train, schedule and coach Information Services staff

·        Sets individual performance measurements for staff and holds them accountable

·        Responsibilities include hiring, orienting, coaching, managing and evaluating assigned team

·        Regularly travels to branch location to support collection management and program development, trainings and outreach

·        Assists patrons in locating appropriate library materials

·        Performs in-depth reference service in person, telephone, and e-mail

·        Prepare bibliographies and book lists

·        Represents library in the community by partnering with appropriate organizations, coordinated events with community partners, and speaking on behalf of the library with various media outlets when necessary

·        Contracting of outside groups or persons to conduct adult and teen programs

·        Plans, executes and/or supervises programs for adults and teens; as well as, planning and teaching classes for computer literacy

·        Develops and updates website, with input from Youth Services and Administration

·        Works with Community Services Coordinator to promote adult and teen materials and programs to appropriate public

·        Works with members of the Information Services Department, Youth Services Department and the Community Services Coordinator to develop social media outreach

·        Works with IT Specialist to recommend emerging technologies to the Administrative staff

·        Proctors exams for distance learning students

·        Coordinates notary services for all library locations Acts as primary point of contact and coordinates activities with other organizations in the community providing services to adults and teens

·        Selections and oversees development of collections for adult non-fiction/fiction and teen materials in all formats; as well as making recommendations for other material genres and formats

·        Recommends and implements library policies and procedures specific to department goals

·        Acts as Person-In-Charge (PIC) when needed

·        Oversee preparation of monthly and yearly department reports

·        Participate in the Central Library Consortium at appropriate level

·        Participates in appropriate Ohio Library division activities

·        Participates with management team members in development of annual action plan

·        Monitors journal, electronic discussion groups, website and other organizations to keep current with trends in the reference, adult services and technology fields

·        Demonstrates understanding of basic library routines and complies with library policies and procedures and make sure adult services staff comply

·        Performs additional duties as assigned including leading and serving on tactical projects

  Qualifications:

·        MLS (MLIS) from an American Library Association accredited school

·        3 years of progressively responsible professional library experience

·        Proven management and supervisory skills

·        Competency in the use of current computer hardware and software

·        Excellent written and oral communication skills

·        Maintains professional, businesslike behavior and appearance

·        Sound judgment and strong professional ethics

·        Demonstrated commitment to serving library patrons and residents of the community

·        Must maintain insurability under the Library's vehicle liability insurance coverage. Must maintain valid driver's license, personal vehicle and acceptable driving record. May drive PPL vehicle if called upon.

Physical Demands:

    Physical requirements include ability to stand, sit, bend, push and carry library materials over an extended period of time. The employee must be able to lift up to 20 pounds and push a 50-pound cart.



Cover letters and resumes can be e-mailed to:  boliver at pickeringtonlibrary.org<mailto:boliver at pickeringtonlibrary.org>

Or mailed to:                 Pickerington Public Library

                                        Attention:  Brenda Oliver

                                        201 Opportunity Way

                                        Pickerington, Ohio 43147

Cover letters and resumes will be accepted until position is filled.

The Pickerington Public Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicable background checks will be performed.


Thanks,
Tony Howard, MLIS, CPL| Director
Pickerington Public Library

201 Opportunity Way │ Pickerington, OH 43147
614.837.4104, ext. 222 office │614.837.8425 fax
thoward at pickeringtonlibrary.org<mailto:thoward at pickeringtonlibrary.org>

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