Salary: $7,130.00 - $9,733.00 Monthly
Opening Date: 01/16/15
Closing Date: Continuous
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
Under the direction of the Library Director, assists in
planning, directing, implementing, and overseeing the operations of the
Monterey County Library system including analysis and evaluation of automated
systems; coordinates assigned activities with other departments and outside
agencies; provides highly responsible and complex administrative support to the
Library Director; and, performs related duties as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
1. Plan,
organize, and control County library operations, services, programs and
activities; establish and maintain departmental timelines and priorities;
participate in strategic planning; ensure optimal allocation of library
resources; prepare and monitor library performance measures; comply with
established laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures.
2. Select,
supervise, train, and evaluate staff; and oversee, direct, coordinate and
motivate the work of others. Coordinate and direct assigned personnel and other
resources to meet County library needs and ensure smooth and efficient
Department activities; develop and implement departmental training activities;
oversee the development and implementation of library services to include
branch management and automation; manage the operation and maintenance of
County branch libraries, bookmobiles and related services.
3. Direct
activities to ensure proper maintenance of county-wide library collections to
include acquisition, receipt and distribution of library materials county-wide;
coordinate library resource-sharing activities and direct inter-library loan activities.
4. Deploy and
coordinate the implementation of new services or programs.
5. Participate in
the review, analysis and implementation of new automated systems, equipment and
technologies; maintain current knowledge of programs, products and services
related to automated systems and technologies.
6. Participate in
the preparation and review of the Library budget, hiring and personnel
management, and facilities planning and maintenance.
7. Direct the
preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical records
as well as provide technical information and assistance to library management,
staff and outside groups/individuals about library services and programs.
8. Enhance
personal and subordinate professional development through participation in
professional organizations and attendance at professional conferences and
workshops; conduct meetings, workshops and special events as assigned;
represent the library on county-wide committees as needed; coordinate with Friends
of the Library groups system-wide and the foundation for Monterey County Free
Libraries.
9. Serve as
Library Director in her/his absence.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Thorough knowledge of:
1. Library
operations and organization, including services, activities, staffing,
facilities, and equipment.
2. Principles and
practices of library science.
3. Reference
sources and methods and other information-acquisition methods.
4. Advanced
collection development principles and strategies as well as tools for
selection.
5. Principles and
practices of supervision, training, and performance evaluation.
6. Public library
philosophy and practice, and professional ethics and obligations.
Working knowledge of:
1. Principles and
practices of program development and administration.
2. Principles and
practices of municipal budget preparation and administration as applied to a
library system; and, public library funding sources.
3. The publishing
industry including standards and practices.
4. Library
automation principles and practices, computer equipment systems and software.
5. Popular
literature, and web and social media resources.
Some knowledge of:
Federal, State, and local laws, codes, and regulations
related to library services and personnel administration.
Skill and Ability to:
1. Develop,
organize, plan and coordinate operating procedures and information programs.
2. Select,
supervise, train, and evaluate staff; and oversee, direct, coordinate and
motivate the work of others.
3. Conduct
accurate and thorough research and analysis, identify alternative solutions,
project consequences of proposed actions, implement recommendations, and
prepare clear and concise administrative and financial reports.
4. Administer
large program budgets.
5. Analyze,
assess, and address community needs related to the Library System and recommend
plans for modifying or extending library services.
6. Research,
analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques.
7. Interpret
library policies and procedures to the public and support staff.
8. Design and
deliver effective public relations and publicity presentations. Develop
materials for media and community publications.
9. Interpret and
apply Federal, State, and local policies, laws, and regulations related to
library services and personnel administration.
10. Communicate effectively, clearly and accurately, both
orally and in writing.
11. Operate a personal computer with standard software, such
as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and learn specialized library software systems such
as Polaris. Operate standard office equipment.
12. Establish and maintain effective working relationships
with other employees and the general public.
13. Communicate a warm and welcoming public attitude and
spirit of service.
14. Willingness to work Library System’s schedule of hours.
15. Willingness to transport self throughout Library System.
A combination of experience, education, and/or training
which substantially demonstrates the following knowledge, skills and abilities:
EXAMPLES OF EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/TRAINING
The knowledge, skills and abilities listed above may be
acquired through various types of experiences, education or training. A typical
way to acquire these required knowledge and skills is listed below:
Master of Library Science degree from a program accredited
by the American Library
Association. AND Five years of increasingly responsible
experience in a professional level library position,
including three years of experience at the supervisory or
management level. AND Competency and experience in two of the following library
service areas: Reference
Services, Adult Services, Children’s Services, Technical
Services or Technology.
Possession of a valid California driver’s license and a safe
driving record; or the ability to provide suitable alternate transportation
that is approved by the appointing authority.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
• Knowledge at the baccalaureate level of a literature other
than American.
• Fluency in Spanish.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS
Ability to sit for approximately 6 hours per day performing
assigned duties such as in meetings or at a computer terminal; Ability to walk
approximately 2 hours per day to organize the efforts of others and oversee
library operations; Physical strength to lift materials weighing up to
approximately 25 pounds on occasion and to lift, reach, bend and carry meeting
materials, displays, etc.; Ability to perform coordinated, skillful movements
of fingers, hands or arms in order to use a personal computer and drive a motor
vehicle. Hear, speak and see sufficiently to function in a typical office
environment.
APPLICATION SUBMITTAL & SELECTION PROCEDURES or
PROCESSES
• The selection
process is tentative and applicants will be notified if changes are made.
• The competitive
process includes submittal of required application materials: a completed
Monterey County Application, and responses to the Supplemental questions. Other
materials may be submitted, but are optional.
• All application
materials must be received in the CAO-Human Resources Division by priority
screen date January 30, 2015. Applications received after that date will be
considered on an as-needed basis.
• Applicants who
fail to complete a County Application will not be considered. Résumés will not be accepted in lieu of
required application materials.
• Application
materials will be competitively evaluated. Those applicants who are determined
to be the most appropriately qualified will be invited to participate further
in the selection process. To further assess applicant’s possession of required
qualifications, this examination may include an oral examination, pre-exam
exercise, performance examination, and/or written examination.
Applications may be obtained from and submitted to:
Monterey County CAO-Human Resources Division
168 W. Alisal Street, 3rd Floor, Salinas, CA 93901
Phone: 831-755-5116 FAX:
831-757-5792
Our Website: www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel
Job Hotline: Salinas (831) 755-5126 or Monterey (831) 647-7726
Or APPLY ON-LINE at www.co.monterey.ca.us/personnel
Assistant Library Director Supplemental Questionnaire
* 1. Please describe your experience,
training and education that substantially demonstrate fulfillment of the
Minimum Qualifications and your ability to perform the Significant Duties
listed on the job announcement above for Assistant Library Director.
* 2. Please describe your experience
working and providing leadership in a team-based library work environment.
* Required Question
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