Librarian Supervisor

City of Fort Worth, TX•Fort Worth, TX

72d•$34 - $45

About The Position

A Librarian Supervisor position is available at the Fort Worth Public Library at the Summerglen Library. The ideal candidate is customer-focused, enthusiastic about bringing library services to people in the community, and comfortable working with diverse populations including people of all ages, backgrounds, dispositions, and abilities. All applicants must submit a cover letter and resume to be considered.

Requirements

Master's degree from an ALA accredited college or university with major course work in library and information sciences
Four years of professional library experience, including two years of lead responsibility

Nice To Haves

Ability to communicate with customers in Spanish
Knowledge of management principles and practices including goal setting, budget development/implementation, and staff development and motivation
Knowledge of modern professional library principles, practices, and procedures
Skill in using exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills that build and maintain strategic relationships with internal and external customers
Skill in hiring, motivating, developing, and directing staff in a collaborative team environment
Ability to work evenings and weekends
Ability to work at/travel to various locations

Responsibilities

Planning, organizing, and directing the day-to-day operations and staff of a branch library to ensure efficient and effective public service.
Providing excellent customer service, including answering questions and helping customers locate materials and services of interest.
Interpreting policy and procedures and resolving daily operational and customer issues.
Ensuring that the location is well-ordered, appealing, and inviting; Manages the location's overall collection, including promotion, maintenance, and weeding.
Supervising staff, including planning and assigning work, performance management, scheduling, addressing complaints and resolving problems; training staff on basic job functions.
Planning, implementing, and evaluating local outreach programs and services in conjunction with staff.
Evaluates/assesses Library standards and services at location.
Assisting customers with basic computer needs and emerging technologies.