NEW Assistant Library Director

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines

• Master’s Degree in Library Service from an ALA accredited school
• 3-5 years of experience in a public library in which 1-2 years of experience managing public library operations OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.

• City policies and procedures.
• Principles and practices of public library administration.
• Regulations and standards governing public library operations.
• Supervisory principles, practices and methods.
• Public library programs, policies, and procedures.
• Child and Youth Development.
• Current library automation trends and experience in implementation of developing technologies.
• Reference and reading advisory, resources and practices.
• Collection development and management.
• Cataloging and processing procedures.
• Dewey Decimal System.
• Basic computer functions.
• Basic database administration rules and procedures.
• Safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards, and safety precautions in public facilities.

• Delivering quality library programs and services to the community.
• Developing and administering library plans, programs, and policies
• Selection and maintenance of library collections.
• Applying library research methods and practices
• Interacting with people of different social, economic, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Operating a personal computer and specialized software and equipment (for example, printers, facsimile, telephones, mobile devices, iPad, Kindle).
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with co-workers and local agencies.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to acquire a thorough knowledge of Library activities.
• Experience with managing library staff and/or volunteers.

• Experience with circulation systems
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

• Master’s Degree from an ALA accredited school.
• State of New Mexico Permanent Professional Librarian Certificate.

Under the supervision of the Library Director, assists with the management and operations of the Roswell Public Library and specifically manages the daily operations of the children’s and young adults areas. The position is a member of the Management Team, leader of a staff team and manages the library operations in absence of the Library Director.

Essential Functions

Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is subject to change at any time by the employer.

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Manages library operations in the absence of the Director.
• Directs youth services staff and activities to provide information, instructional, recreational and research services to the community.
• Oversees a team to provide library services and programs for birth – young adults, and parents. This includes:
• Scheduling and training of library staff.
• Plans, coordinates, promotes, implements, oversees and evaluates reading and learning programs for young children, youth, young adults and families.
• Oversees a team to plan and provide general/family library programming throughout the year.
• Coordinates with library staff, city departments and/or other agencies to plan, provide and implement library programs, special events, and intergenerational and inclusive programming.
• Manages the children’s collection and young adult collection (print, non-print, electronic and online collection).
• Regularly provides direct service to patrons at the reference desk and children’s service desk.
• Assist with performance improvements, organizations development, and employee relations include hiring, training, managing, evaluating, and disciplining the performance of staff, assures staff compliance with departmental policies and procedures, prioritizes and assigns tasks and projects, tracks and reviews work progress and activities, schedules staff to meet job demands.
• Assists in the assessing the needs of the community and develops library programs, materials, and services to serve the needs of the community, defines goals, interprets objectives, and plans and organizes new library acquisitions and special programs to meet the needs of the community.
• Assists with compiling, evaluation, and analyzing information, and recommendations and implementation solutions.
• Maintains effective public relations
• Seeks and promotes engagement with community agencies and organizations.
• Works closely with the Roswell City IT Department to manage the library computers and equipment.
• Recommend library website updates with the City’s webmaster.
• Submits monthly library division reports to the Library Director.
• Participates in the preparation of the annual Roswell Public Library budget and grows revenue where possible.
• Monitors facilities and grounds and assists with developing plans for improved operations.
• Serves as the Roswell Public Library representative on various committees and workgroups.
• Communicates effectively with staff and the public.
• Models’ excellent customer service practices.
• Assists with library security; checks to assure patrons comply with policies and procedures.
• Contributes to the Management Team by suggesting areas of improvement, innovation and training
• Maintains harmonious, courteous and understanding relationships, while fostering a collaborative teamwork environment in the Roswell Public Library.
• Applies Roswell Public Library policies and procedures.
• Applies City of Roswell policies and procedures.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Roswell and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with visitors and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.