Deputy Director of Library Services
Approximate Salary: $88,076.19- $107,05716/year
Deadline: 6/12/2015 5:00:00 PM
THE POSITION
The Deputy Director of Library Services is responsible for
the ongoing management over divisions of the Department of Library Services
through subordinate managers and supervisors.
Incumbents may be assigned responsibility for public services and/or
support services for the county library system.
The Deputy Director of Library Services serves as a member
of the Library’s executive management team and is responsible for the planning,
development and implementation of goals, objectives, policies, priorities and
performance standards for the assigned divisions; participating in strategic
planning for major initiatives and new directions for library services;
providing innovative leadership in a culture characterized by excellent
service; developing, evaluating and resolving service needs and related methods
of delivery; and, creating and maintaining relationships with community members
and organizations.
This position is exempt from civil service, "at
will" and serves at the pleasure of the appointing authority.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE is someone who has a progressive vision
of library services, is customer focused, enthusiastic and has a sense of
humor. Strong organizational and project-management skills are required as is
good judgment, tact and discretion. Effective written and oral communication
skills are critical to the position.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Experience:
- Four years of progressively responsible
supervisory experience providing library services which includes two years in a
library management position and related activities including budgeting,
planning and evaluation of services.
AND
Education:
- A Master’s Degree in Library Science is required
from an accredited college or university.
BENEFITS
- The County participates in the CalPERS retirement 2% @ 60
for current members of PERS from another agency (or reciprocal retirement
system) and 2% @ 62 for new members.
- Longevity Pay: Employees are eligible to receive an
additional 2.5% longevity pay after the completion of continuous service at 10,
15, 20, 25, 30, and 35 years. Employees may receive credit for prior years of
service employed with California cities, counties, joint power authorities, and
other special districts.
- Vacation: 20 days per year.
- Administrative Leave: 80 hours per year.
- A cafeteria-style medical package with health benefits,
offered through CalPERS. Medical insurance is effective the first of the month
following date of hire. The County
offers a cash back provision for those who choose employee-only or who waive
medical insurance coverage.
- Dental and vision insurances for the employee and eligible
dependents are paid 100% by the County.
- The county participates in Social Security.
- To view the benefits package for this position, please
visit: http://www.solanocounty.com/civicax/filebank/blobdload.aspx?blobid=18137
SELECTION PROCESS
- 06/12/15 - Deadline to submit application.
- 06/24/15 - Tentative dates for Oral Board interviews.
- Based on the information provided in the application
documents, the qualified applicants will be invited for further examination.
All applicants meeting the minimum qualifications are not guaranteed advancement
through any subsequent phase of the examination. Depending upon the number of
applications received, the selection process may consist of an initial
application screening, a mandatory information meeting, a written and/or
practical exam, an oral interview, or any combination listed. Information
contained herein does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.
All potential new hires and employees considered for
promotion to management, confidential positions or unrepresented positions will
be subject to a background and reference check after contingent job offer is
accepted. These provisions are subject to change.
RETIREES - Solano County invites all to apply for positions;
however pursuant to Government Code Section 21221(h) and 21224, hiring
restrictions may apply to California Public Sector Pension Plan Retirees
HOW TO APPLY
- To apply, please visit www.jobsatsolanocounty.com. All additional application materials as
requested in the job announcement are due by the final filing date. Previously
submitted application materials (i.e. copies of diploma and/or transcripts,
certificates, etc.) for prior recruitments will not be applied for this
recruitment, but must be re-submitted for this recruitment.
- Any further questions can be directed to the Department of
Human Resources at (707) 784-6170 or at 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800 Fairfield
94533. The office is open Monday-Friday,
8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. EOE/AA
DOCUMENT SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS
- A Masters's degree in Library Science is required for this
position. Applicants are encouraged to submit either a copy of their degree OR
official/unofficial transcripts which verify the date and degree conferred by
the final filing deadline. However, proof of this education requirement must be
submitted prior to appointment. Previously submitted application materials for
prior requirements will not be applied for this recruitment but must be
re-submitted for this recruitment.
PLEASE NOTE THE FOLLOWING:
- Candidates who attended a college or university that is accredited by a
foreign or non-U.S. accrediting agency must have their educational units
evaluated by an educational evaluation service.
The result must be submitted to the Human Resources Department no later
than the close of the recruitment. Please contact the local college or
university to learn where this service can be obtained.
How to Submit Your Documents
- In addition to uploading attachments when applying online,
candidates may submit documents in-person or by mail at Solano County Department
of Human Resources 675 Texas Street, Suite 1800, Fairfield CA 94533, or by fax
to (707) 784-3424, or by email to recruitment@solanocounty.com. When submitting
documents in-person, by mail or by fax, include the recruitment title (Deputy
Director of Library Services) and the recruitment number (15-147310-01). If
submitting by email, please include the recruitment name and number in the
subject line.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
- Ensures coordination and fiscal control in the delivery of
direct services and support activities; ensures compliance with state and local
rules, regulations and policies; establishes standards for quality service
operations.
- Oversees the work of supervisory, professional and office
support staff; responds to personnel issues; addresses employee concerns and
problems; counsels, disciplines, organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work;
confers with subordinates to review and monitor operations, employee performance
and other administrative matters; is responsible for a variety of personnel
activities including employee performance evaluations, training, selection and
disciplinary actions; and resolves the most complex problems.
- Acts as liaison with various County officials, community
groups; other public agencies and representatives of local businesses to
explain departmental functions, policies and procedures; may make presentations
before the Board of Supervisors, local government agencies, community groups and
professional organizations; consistently uses independent judgment.
- Participates in the development of overall department
budget; assumes significant responsibility for the preparation and
administration of the division assigned budgets monitors expenditures; prepares
and submits reports on operational effectiveness.
- Visits branches to monitor and insure effective delivery of
services; monitors professional and technical development related to library
operations, evaluates their impact and recommends improvement;
- Writes grant proposals, monitors and ensures program
compliance and reports to funding agencies.
- Serves as advisor to department head on technology-related
and/or public service matters; evaluates operational and administrative
policies of the department; assists in developing, implementing, and evaluating
policies and procedures to facilitate effective service delivery and management
control; plans and conducts studies of administrative and operational
activities; develops reports and recommendations for appropriate action based on
an analysis of gathered data.
- Develops, interprets, determines, and communicates
appropriate application of policy and operational procedures; conducts staff
meetings and ensures appropriate communication throughout the assigned
divisions.
- Provides highly responsible administrative support to the
executive management team; supports controversial positions; investigates and
resolves sensitive issues; responsible for monitoring and establishing business
procedures to ensure customer service and satisfaction; conducts special
studies and convenes special committees; acts on behalf of the Library Director
as assigned.
- Understands current trends and best practices in library
services with special emphasis on emerging technologies, automation and
communication systems, and electronic resources.
- Possesses ability to establish and maintain cooperative
working relationships and to interact diplomatically with all levels of staff
and management throughout the organization.
- Coordinates strategic planning for technology; recommends,
implements and evaluates technological strategies; recommends and manages a
technology budget; and recommends and implements technology-related policy and
procedures.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid class C
California driver's license may be required.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION
Independent travel will be required.
