Sacramento Public Library -- Central Library Public Services Manager

To apply go to www.CalOpps.org<http://www.CalOpps.org> and follow the Special Instructions. Application Deadline:  4pm on Thursday, December 4, 2014

The Sacramento Public Library is seeking a dynamic, flexible and innovative librarian to serve as Public Services Manager at the Central Library. The successful candidate possesses creativity and excellent communication skills, is willing to take risks to develop new services, and is able to support and develop a talented and multi-faceted staff.

The Central Library Public Services Manager is responsible for system-wide telephone information services in addition to overseeing a busy and thriving library that houses the Sacramento Room, which contains a rich and varied collection of Sacramento-related historical materials; an event space, The Tsakopoulos Library Galleria<http://www.librarygalleria.com/>; and a passport center. In addition, the Central Library is home to many system-wide events, including author visits and an annual Play Summit.

Sacramento Public Library is the fourth largest library system in California, serving more than 1.4 million residents in Sacramento County, including the incorporated cities of Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Galt, Isleton, Rancho Cordova and Sacramento.  The system is a Joint Powers Authority, governed by a 15-member board comprised of elected officials from each of the member jurisdictions, with representation based on each jurisdiction's population.  The Authority operates 28 libraries, including the Central Library in downtown Sacramento, which has nearly 300 staff members, a collection of 2 million volumes and an annual budget of $36 million. More than 700,000 residents have library cards and 8 million items are circulated annually. The Library welcomes more than 4 million visitors annually.

Sacramento is a thriving, just-right-sized city with vibrant neighborhoods, sports and recreation opportunities, and plenty of places to walk and bike. The downtown area is poised to become the entertainment center for the region with the construction of a new arena just blocks from the Central Library.  The arena will increase the library's visibility and enhance its reputation as a destination and community hub.

The Library provides an excellent benefits package and competitive salary, more than 180 hours of paid time off (PTO) per year and 60 hours of management leave. This position is covered by an unrepresented personnel resolution and the salary is within the management broadband.

Education and Experience:

1.       Master's degree in Library Science from an ALA accredited university; AND

2.       Five years' experience in specialty area, including two years in supervisory capacity.

To apply go to www.CalOpps.org<http://www.CalOpps.org> and follow the Special Instructions.