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To apply, submit online application and upload resume by 10 a.m. on April 28, 2023. Position available until filled. Competitive wage $78,444 to $100,856 (depending upon experience) and benefits including enrollment into the Wisconsin Retirement System. Please be sure to include expected pay in the application.
General Overview
Responsible for directing, planning, administering, and evaluating all library operations in accordance with the mission, strategic plan, policies, and budget of the library board and the City of Oconomowoc.
Job Description Summary
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
General Administration and Management
Demonstrates leadership: Takes initiative, solves problems, embraces innovation, manages change, and encourages a positive work environment.
Directs, plans, administers, and evaluates all library operations.
Develops and recommends policies to the library board. Ensures library board regularly reviews and updates policies.
Implements and enforces library policies.
Prepares the annual budget.
Directs and monitors all expenditures to meet the recognized objectives of the library board.
Provides monthly financial and statistical data to the library board to assist in establishing long- and short-term priorities.
Orients new trustees and serves as technical advisor to the library board.
Directs the maintenance of the library building and grounds.
Participates in regular meetings of directors in the Bridges Library System.
Attends Common Council meetings as needed.
Performs other duties as required.
Planning, Organization, and Evaluation
Works with the library board to maintain and update the library’s mission statement, strategic plan, and annual goals.
Responsible for long-term planning to include building and facility use/expansion.
Plans, organizes, coordinates, and directs library services to meet the immediate and long-range goals of the library and the community.
Identifies and upholds standards of excellence for all operations.
Evaluates the effectiveness of library services in relation to the changing needs of the community.
Continually reviews and evaluates workflows, seeks efficiencies and improvements to make best use of resources.
Investigates innovations and trends and facilitates testing of new techniques, materials, and equipment to improve operations.
Analyzes data affecting the library's operations such as legal, physical, and statistical factors.
Personnel Management
Develops job descriptions.
Recommends and administers personnel policies.
Oversees the hiring, evaluation, and management of staff.
Defines expectations for staff performance and sets goals for service and performance.
Promotes high staff morale and strong workplace culture.
Provides opportunities for staff continuing education and development.
Encourages staff professional growth at all levels by supporting participation in professional associations, workshops, seminars, and activities.
Ensures timely completion of performance evaluations.
Community and Professional Development
Recommends and administers public relations programs.
Seeks fundraising and grant opportunities.
Represents the library and speaks before community groups and other organizations regarding the objectives and activities of the library.
Establishes and maintains effective relationships with government agencies, elected officials, community groups, businesses, and the general public.
Serves as the official representative of the library in actions that legally bind or politically involve the library and/or its interests.
Supports and facilitates the work of the Friends of the Library. Serves ex-officio on the board of the Friends of the Library.
Participates in professional development opportunities to enhance skills.
Participates in local, regional, state, and national professional organizations.
Maintains an awareness of trends and developments in the library field.
Summary of Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge -
Considerable knowledge of the principles and practices of modern libraries.
Possess knowledge of municipal budget development, fiscal management, and strategic planning and goal setting.
Working knowledge of library equipment and facilities.
Working knowledge of the principles and practices of office management.
Skill -
Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment; proficiency in various computer programs.
Abilities -
Ability to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patrons, employees, supervisors, elected officials, other agencies, and the general public.
Ability to analyze and use a variety of reports and records.
Ability to plan, organize, coordinate, and implement comprehensive library services.
Physical Requirements
· The physical demands described here are representative of those which must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Work is performed mostly in office settings. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger; handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit, stoop, kneel, or crouch.
The employee is regularly required to talk and/or hear.
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is generally quiet.
Additional Information
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
Graduation from a college or university with an ALA-accredited Master’s Degree in Library and Information Studies.
Grade I Wisconsin Library Certificate or eligibility for same.
Five years of progressively responsible management and operations experience at a public library with a service population size similar to or larger than that of the Oconomowoc Public Library.
Three years of supervisory experience.
Equivalent combination of education and experience.
Special Requirements:
Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license from the State of Wisconsin.
Reliable vehicle.
Able to work occasional evening and weekends when needed.
Interview Dates To Be Aware Of:
If selected for interviews, you will be contacted by Human Resources. First interviews are tentatively scheduled to be held the afternoon and evening of May 18th. Second interviews are tentatively scheduled to be held on May 23rd. Additional interview information will be provided if selected. |
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