Library Branch Manager – Ellet Branch

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The ASCPL is hiring a Branch Library Manager, with a focus on adult services, at our Ellet Branch to lead a team of employees to support our Mission Statement to provide resources for learning and leisure, information services, meeting spaces, and programs for all ages that support, improve, and enrich individual, family, and community life.

The Ellet Branch Library Manager works as both a supervisor and a Librarian. As a Manager, the role supervises employees, provides direction, coaches, trains and develops, hires, and manages performance to organization goals and expectations. The Manager also fosters community engagement, manages budgets and resources. As a Librarian with a focus on adult services, the role performs all related functions, including programming and collection maintenance.

$61,963.20/year

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

Required: Master’s degree in Library and Information Science. A valid driver's license, automobile insurance, and reliable personal transportation. Ability to pass criminal background and education verification checks. Knowledge of management as it relates to supervision, functions, operations, and mission of the Library. Knowledge of the principles and practices of library science. Knowledge of library services and operations. Knowledge of customer interests related to Library materials, programs, and services. Knowledge of basic economics, budgeting, and accounting principles and practices. Knowledge of the principles of intellectual freedom as they apply to public libraries. Skill in employee and facilities management. Ability to oversee, plan, and conduct programs and services for Library customers. Ability to lead and develop a department and department staff members. Ability to serve as a knowledgeable resource to the organization's management team that provides leadership and direction. Skill in customer service principles, practices, and programs. Ability to plan, implement, and manage change within the agency, division, and/or organization.

Preferred: Public Librarian Certification. 5 to 7 or more years of relevant library experience. 2 to 5 years of supervisory experience.

ABOUT THE LIBRARY

Since 1874, the Akron-Summit County Public Library (ASCPL) has been an essential community asset. We’ve been recognized nationally as one of the finest public libraries in the United States due to our excellent customer service, collaborative community involvement, and high level of customer and employee satisfaction.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid vacation and sick leave, 11 paid holidays, voluntary benefits (health, dental, and vision), ASCPL-provided life insurance, and retirement through the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS).