[Web4lib] Position Announcement - Alexandria Library, VA - Adult Services Manager

[Lynda Rudd]

    ADULT SERVICES MANAGER
    CHARLES E. BEATLEY, JR. CENTRAL LIBRARY

    LIBRARIAN III


The Adult Services Manager is responsible for operations of the Central 
Library Adult Services Section including units for systemwide 
Interlibrary Loan Service and Sunday Service for the Central Library.  
Under the supervision of the Central Library Manager, this position is 
evaluated using work performance factors, progress reports and 
completion of goals.

Management Duties:

.    Directs and coordinates the activities of the Adult Services 
Section by formulating
            goals, plans, procedures, priorities, and schedules.
.    Supervises two Librarian II positions and five Librarian I 
positions.  The Adult Services Section has 25 employees with an FTE of 10.5.
.    Interviews, selects, trains, evaluates, counsels and disciplines staff.
.    Reviews and submits Kronos time records for the Adult Service staff.
.    Submits monthly and annual reference reports to the Central Library 
Manager.
.    Works with other library divisions and sections to improve 
operations of reference services, Interlibrary Loans, Sunday Service and 
reference computer services.
.    Chairs the Reference Committee.
.    Acts as the Building Manager in the absence of the Central Library 
Manager.

Collection Development Duties:

.    Selects and evaluates the Central Library reference collection with 
input from staff.
.    Reviews professional literature for books and other library 
materials appropriate to the Central Library circulation collection.
.    Assigns the selection of adult materials, weeding and inventory to 
reference staff.
.    Evaluates electronic databases for the library with the Reference 
Committee.

Public Service Duties:

.    Answers reference queries using traditional and electronic 
reference resources.
.    Instructs patrons on the use of online and print resources 
available in the library.
.    Interprets library policies and procedures for patrons and resolves 
complaints.
.    Gives library tours to community, educational and professional groups.

Other Duties:

.    Checks on the maintenance of reference equipment and calls for service.
.    Reports problems with online electronic services, catalog, word 
processors and Internet service to Automation or Technical Services.
.    Reports building problems to the Central Library Manager.
.    Acts as backup for meeting room requests.
.    Other duties as assigned.


Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Thorough knowledge of professional library principles, methods, 
materials and practices especially as they relate to the field of 
specialization; thorough professional knowledge of books, periodicals, 
pamphlet materials, library guides and publications; electronic 
databases and online library systems; demonstrated ability to analyze 
professional and administrative problems, to make recommendations, and 
take appropriate action in their solution; ability to supervise and 
train professional and paraprofessional subordinates in the various 
activities of a major section of the library; ability to interpret 
library policies, objectives and facilities to community groups, public 
officials, business and education leaders and the general public, and to 
establish and maintain effective public relations.

Minimum Requirements:

Master's degree in Library Science from an accredited ALA library 
school; extensive experience in professional library work, including one 
year experience at the level of  a Librarian II; or any equivalent 
combination of experience and training which provides the required 
knowledge, skills and abilities.

Additional Requirements:

Applicant must possess or obtain a license to practice as a registered 
professional librarian issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Salary:   $49,049.50 - $63,866.41 depending on qualifications.

Benefits: Earns annual and sick leave and is eligible for health 
insurance, retirement, life insurance, long-term disability insurance 
and long-term care insurance.

Contact:

Send/Fax Cover Letter, Resume and three References to:

Karen L. Russell, Central Library Manager, Alexandria Library, 5005 Duke 
St. Alexandria, Va.
22304-2903, 703.519.5900 X 200, FAX 703.519.5914.

Open until filled; position to start on or after January 12, 2008.