Librarian, Senior
Company: City of Boynton Beach, FL
Location: Boynton Beach
Posted on: May 16, 2022
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Job Description:
Purpose of Classification The purpose of this classification is
to perform senior level professional library work, including
supervision of daily subdivision operations and it's staff;
participation in the planning and implementation process;
monitoring of library budget and service programs; assisting
patrons; selecting and recommending materials for collection;
determining patron informational needs; searching electronic
databases; and creating reports. Essential Functions The following
duties and functions, as outlined herein, are intended to be
representative of the type of tasks performed within this
classification. They are not listed in any order of importance. The
omission of specific statements of the duties or functions does not
exclude them from the classification if the work is similar,
related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other
duties may be required and assigned. Librarian, Senior incumbents
are assigned to the Customer Services or Youth & Teen Services
Division and perform the following duties, accordingly: Establishes
schedules, programming and/or customer service methods.Implements
policies and procedures; and reviews and approves
payroll.Supervises, directs, and evaluates work of assigned staff,
addressing employee concerns and problems; directs work, counsels,
and manages employee performance.Advises individuals seeking
information.Compiles bibliographies and assembles materials on
special/timely topics.Compiles statistical reports for a variety of
library services.Develops, evaluates and monitors library materials
for collection; reviews and recommends books and non-book
selections for collection based upon national and local collection
development standards.Collects and manages monies from the sale of
items and/or the printing jobs for patrons.Participates in the
budgeting process, including setting goals and strategic
planning.Participates in the planning, development and design for
displays and exhibits.Performs research and evaluates the relevance
of information as related to patron informational needs; provides
reference/research assistance to patrons by answering specific
questions either in person or by telephone and/or e-mail.Plans,
coordinates and implements library programs.Provides bibliographic
instruction to the public.Provides telephone service by answering
questions dealing with programs, services and the Library
collection.Monitors and evaluates volunteer program; trains
volunteers; and monitors and coordinates staff for seasonal
programming.Advises and instructs patrons in the use of the
Internet and other electronic databases.Collaborates with library
colleagues on grant project development and proposal writing.Serves
on appropriate committees and represents the Library in the
community.Keeps abreast of national, state and local
developments.Participates in Collection Development, Collection
Management, reviewing customer requests and making the appropriate
recommendations for additions and deletions.Oversees and ensures
professional and paraprofessional staff are providing exceptional
customer service to Library patrons.Assists in marketing the
library; speaks to community groups; arranges tours and other
special activities; designs and implements response to public needs
and concerns.Conducts in-service training within assigned division
for professional and paraprofessional staff including
orientation.Evaluates staffing levels and prepares scheduling of
staff for all customer service points.Serves as a member of the
Library Leadership Team.ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONSPerforms other related
duties as required.Minimum Qualifications Masters degree in Library
and Information Science, from an ALA accredited university or
college; supplemented by three (3) years previous experience
involving professional library work, with two (2) years of
supervisory experience. Must possess and maintain a valid Florida
driver's license. Supplemental Information COMMUNICATION
COMPETENCIESThe ability to clearly communicate Department and City
Goals, Policies, Strategic Plans and other key information to
employees and peers using multiple communication platforms
including e-mail and social media.Effectively communicates with
supervisor, employees, other departments, contractors, engineers,
companies, vendors, outside agencies, the public, and other
individuals as needed to coordinate work activities, review status
of work, exchange information, or resolve problems.Accurately and
expeditiously receives and delivers messages and information to the
appropriate individuals.Ability to prepare accurate and thorough
written records and reports.Ability to understand and follow oral
and written instructions and to complete assigned tasks with
minimal direction.Ability to understand and quickly and accurately
follow brief oral and written instructions on moderately complex
matters.Ability to establish and maintain harmonious relationships
with Supervisor, customers, owners, tenants, City officials, other
employees, other departments, other governmental and regulatory
agencies, and the general public as needed.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND
ABILITIESKnowledge of the field of library science in general and
of area of responsibility (i.e. assigned division).Knowledge of
professional library principles, practices and techniques.Knowledge
of current literature, trends and developments in the field of
library science, appropriate to the area of assignment.Ability to
work with the public and library colleagues in a professional
manner.Ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive,
statistical and informational resources.Ability to exercise
judgment, decisiveness and creativity in frequently changing
situations.Ability to apply principles of influence, such as
motivation, incentives, and leadership and to exercise independent
judgment in solving problems.Ability to make fair and appropriate
decisions when responding to customer concerns.Ability to prepare
information and speak to public groups.Ability to write and
document events in a professional manner.Ability to perform general
administrative tasks and complete data entry.Ability to operate a
computer and basic Microsoft Office and library programs.Ability to
perform database searches in appropriate subject areas.Ability to
troubleshoot, research, and resolve customer issues.Demonstrates
ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious working
relationships with all persons interacted with during the
performance of duties.PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS /
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS Physical Ability : Tasks require the ability
to exert very moderate physical effort in light work, typically
involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching and
crawling, and which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing
and/or pulling of objects and materials of moderate weight (20
pounds). Sensory Requirements : Tasks require the ability to
perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds,
depth, and visual cues or signals. Tasks require the ability to
communicate orally. Environmental Factors : Essential functions are
regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental
conditions. The City of Boynton Beach, Florida, is an Equal
Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act (42 U.S. C. 12101 et. seq.), the City of Boynton
Beach will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified
individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and
current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the
employer. The physical demands described are representative of
those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the
essential functions of this job. A review of this position has
excluded the marginal functions of the position that are incidental
to the performance of fundamental job duties. All duties and
responsibilities are essential job functions and requirements are
subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate
individuals with disabilities. To perform this job successfully,
the incumbent(s) will possess the abilities and aptitudes to
perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude
individuals who pose a direct threat of significant risk to the
health or safety of themselves or others. Requirements are
representative of the minimum level of knowledge, skills, and
ability. VETERANS' PREFERENCE Certain servicemembers and veterans,
and the spouses and family members of such servicemembers and
veterans, receive preference and priority in the City's hiring
process. Additionally, certain servicemembers may be eligible to
receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements in
employment by the City.
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