Close Date: Mar 31, 2014
Salary: $6,338.80 - $7,706.40 Monthly
Applications are
being accepted for the position of Library Program Manager - Literacy Division
with the City of South San Francisco.
Application Deadline:
5 p.m. Monday, March 31, 2014.
THE DEPARTMENT:
The South San Francisco Public Library is a full-service
library committed to delivering quality services to a diverse community.
Library services are available at three sites, including the Main Library (on
West Orange Avenue) the Grand Avenue Branch Library, and the Community Learning
Center (CLC). Lifelong literacy services are provided by Project Read and at
the CLC. The CLC offers reading, writing, computer, parenting, and workplace
literacy skills, and homework assistance for elementary school students. Both
Project Read and the CLC are known for their creative grant-funded projects and
collaborations with local schools, CBOs and government agencies. The Library’s annual budget is $4.2 million
with a staff of 37 FTEs and a collection of 167,000 volumes. The Library is an
active member of the Peninsula Library System and the Peninsula Libraries
Automated Network, known for their innovative programs and management.
THE POSITION:
This is the highest class in the library’s professional
management series and is responsible for our Literacy Division, consisting of
Project Read and the Community Learning Center.
Positions in this class plan, organize, manage, supervise and coordinate
community-focused projects and programs focused on meeting the language,
educational and cultural needs of the South San Francisco community. Programs
under this division include homework assistance, ESL, computer instruction,
citizenship preparation, literacy, health, personal finance and community partnerships. Incumbents work under the general direction
of the Library Director or senior library staff and exercise direct supervision
over supervisory, professional, technical, paraprofessional and clerical staff. Incumbents in this class may serve as Library
Director in the department head’s absence; may function as the Library’s
project manager for specialized projects; and perform related work as required.
The current position is in Literacy Services overseeing the
day-to-day operations of Project Read and the Community Learning Center and
securing funding for, planning and implementing programs and projects that meet
the needs of our community.
Responsibilities include: recruit, select, train, and manage
staff; develop a sustainable funding strategy, identify grant and funding
sources, apply for outside funding, monitor project activities and budgets and
submit complete, timely reports, plan and manage public programs, including
development and oversight of procedures; investigate and resolve complaints and
issues; evaluate operations and activities of workgroup; monitor, plan and
administer program budget.
This professional managerial position requires the
possession of a high degree of technical knowledge and supervisory
responsibilities and is characterized by the comprehensiveness and complexity
of the programs administered. An
incumbent in this classification demonstrates strong professional,
service-oriented leadership and interpersonal skills as well as creative,
innovative problem solving skills, administration, management and financial
planning and monitoring skills.
Ideal Candidate:
·
Experienced manager with proven record of
accomplishments, professional commitment, integrity, and outstanding
interpersonal skills.
·
Effective leader who has the ability to develop,
identify, motivate and properly direct supervisory, professional, technical and
paraprofessional staff.
·
Able to create new opportunities for service or
enhance existing services.
·
Strategist who is able to set priorities and establish
clear goals that will enable the Library to meet yearly and long term goals.
·
Able to analyze problems, identify alternative
solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, implement recommendations
in support of goals, and monitor the results.
·
Experienced in researching, applying for, and
managing grants to support current and new programs and services.
·
Possess strong communication skills and the
ability to summarize and present information about the value and direction of
the Library to varied audiences, including the staff, the community and other
stakeholders, and other County departments.
·
Demonstrate strong management skills with solid
resource management and financial skills.
Any combination of experience and training that would likely
provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities would be qualifying.
A typical qualifying background would be:
EXPERIENCE: Three years of progressively more responsible
experience in government, non-profit, education, or related service, with two
years in a supervisory capacity.
TRAINING: A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or
university and a master’s degree in education or related field (for example
public administration, social work, public health, or library services).
Spanish language skills are desirable.
LICENSES: Possession of, or ability to obtain, an
appropriate, valid California driver’s license and a satisfactory driving
record.
SELECTION PROCESS: The process will first consist of a
review of application materials and applicants' responses to the supplemental
information and questionnaire. A resume may be included, but does not
substitute for a completed application. The highly suitable and qualified
candidates will be invited to participate in an oral interview (weighted at
100%). Upon completion of the modified assessment center, an eligible list will
be established which will be used for the appointment to the position.
Possession of minimal qualifications does not guarantee advancement in the
selection process and placement on the eligible employment list. Top ranking
candidates placed on the eligible list will be invited to the next phase of the
selection process and will consist of any or all of the following: oral
interview and written/practical exercise.
Submission of supplemental information may be
requested. Oral panel interview is
tentatively scheduled for the week of April 28, 2014.
Appeals concerning administration of an examination must be
submitted in writing within two (2) business days from the date the event
occurred.
Prior to a conditional employment offer being made, a
thorough background check will be completed, including a fingerprint check. At
the time employment is offered, applicants must be able to furnish proof of
legal right to work within the United States.
This general announcement is subject to change. It does not
constitute an express or implied contract.
To review a complete job description that includes all
special requirements, click on this weblink
http://www.ssf.net/index.aspx?NID=679
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Benefits:
Salary: $6,339 -
$7,706 / month
Supplemental Questions
| These questions must be completed and submitted
along with the City of South San Francisco Online Employment
Application. Failure to respond this Supplemental Qualifications
Questionnaire will disqualify the candidate from further consideration.
Omitted information cannot be considered or assumed.
Please limit your response to no more than (1) page per question. Your responses to this supplemental questionnaire and other application materials will be assessed for content, organization, clarity, and conciseness. |
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| Question 1 | ||
| Please describe the most difficult supervisory situation you have faced. What challenges did you face? How did you overcome any challenges you faced? Describe solutions you suggested in order to come to resolution. | ||
| Question 2 | ||
| Describe a situation where you applied for and were awarded a grant for programming or services which were significantly different than those your agency usually offered. | ||
| Question 3 | ||
| Tell us about your experience making public presentations. Your answer should include information on the types of groups you have presented to, the subjects and purposes of your presentations, and examples of tailoring a presentation to match the target audience | ||
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