Department:

Libraries & Historical Resources

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Are you an experienced manager with a passion for libraries and a commitment to exceptional customer service? Join the team as our Library Manager II; in this key role you will provide day-to-day oversight and operation of our Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library, our staff and system-wide programs. This role has varying responsibilities include hiring, coaching, and evaluating staff as well as collection development/maintenance and encouraging community relationships. This position starts out paying between $74,484.80 - $77,459.20, there are numerous opportunities for both growth and development, and benefits start within 60 days of hire. Take the next step in impacting our community - apply today!About the Position

In this role you will be responsible for planning, budgeting, directing and supervising the operation of our Frances T. Bourne Jacaranda Library. This includes coaching, mentoring, and supervising staff as well as developing and maintaining community partnerships (i.e.: the Friends of the Library), and participating with the Management Team to meet the objectives of the Library System. For further information, see below.

Administration

Oversee daily library operations including participating in budget and business plan development and administration; keeping records/reporting to indicate progress and for future planning. Seek alternative revenue sources when necessary.

Develop, communicate, and implement strategic plans, and establish long and short range goals for the branch library.

Develop, implement, and evaluate special projects, services, and programs.

Interpret policies and procedures for staff and the public.

Evaluate building, equipment, and repair needs and works with various departments to address issues.

Communication

Promote the value, mission, products, and services of the library throughout the community; encouraging the understanding and use of library programs, resources, and services.

Work with library support groups such as the Friends of the Library, developing and maintaining community partnerships and networking with other agencies within the County, the community and the library profession.

Prepare and present oral, written, and visual presentations to groups.

Customer Service

Develop and implement standards of service that ensure the prompt and efficient resolution of each inquiry by both internal and external customers, delivered with the utmost respect and courtesy.

Keep abreast of developments, new trends, and innovations in libraries.

Assist the service desks on a regular basis and other sections as needed.

Represent Sarasota County to library users.

Participate in and/or facilitate trainings, community meetings, and activities of the Library Advisory Board, Friends, Alliance, Friends of the Library, etc.

Staff Development

Evaluate staffing needs for the unit and interview and select candidates for hire.

Conduct regularly scheduled staff meetings and one on one meetings with each employee, monitoring and managing performance, including the administration of corrective action.

Provide opportunities for continuing professional development of self and others, especially in acquiring relevant understanding and skills.

Participate in cross training in other sections and aid in cross training in their section.

Collection Development/Maintenance

Monitor the quality of materials collections for the branch, maintain awareness of library collections, and continually analyze and evaluate the collection based on changing community needs. 

Communicate changing collection needs to library administration and collection development staff.

Maintain currency in library literature for awareness of trends in areas of new formats, methods of delivery, circulation models, new technologies, etc.

Oversee the monitoring and expenditure of library budget.

About the Schedule

Work Hours:

Full-Time, 40 hours per week.

Must be available 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. as schedules may vary due to split shifts, rotations, on-call, emergencies, etc.

Location Hours:

Currently this location is closed on Sundays however, this is subject to change based upon business needs.

Monday, 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.

Tuesday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

 Thursday, 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

 Friday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

 Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

About You

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association accredited institution -and- Three (3) years of supervisory experience in a public library.

Valid Florida Driver's License by date of hire.

The ideal candidate has the following: 
Please note that these are not requirements but "bonuses" to your consideration

Considerable knowledge of staff management with an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, officials, contractors, volunteers, community organizations and the general public.

Public media interaction, presentation, and negotiation skills.  

Advanced knowledge of computers, software, and the evolving role of technology in library services.  

Subject to Passing Substance Screening:  This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening.  An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for a period of five (5) years. 

About Everything Else

Starting Pay Range: $74,484.80 - $77,459.20

Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).

If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents. You will need to present the following items on your first day:

1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options: https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents

If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)  

2. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)  

Benefits:

Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! Choose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net for additional information.Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations. Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)​​

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