Library Services Supervisor



Library Services Supervisor

Salary

$37,211.20 Annually

Location

Gainesville, FL

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

FY24-14407

Department

Library District, Circulation Services

Opening Date

04/26/2024

Closing Date

5/10/2024 11:59 PM Eastern

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation from high school or equivalent and four years paraprofessional or clerical library experience; or any equivalent combination of related training and experience. College course work will substitute for experience on a year for year basis. Successful completion of a criminal history background investigation is required prior to employment. Evening and weekend work hours may be required.

MUST BE A PERMANENT ALACHUA COUNTY LIBRARY EMPLOYEE TO APPLY.

Position Summary

This is advanced and specialized supervisory work of clerical and manual library employees.

An employee assigned to this classification is responsible for the day-to-day operation and staffing of a major segment of a library department.

Work is performed independently within established guidelines under the general direction of a higher level supervisor and is reviewed through conferences, reports and observation of results obtained.

Examples of Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Supervises and coordinates the activities of subordinate employees and volunteers including determining work procedures and schedules; issuing instructions and assigning duties; reviewing work; recommending personnel actions; conducting performance reviews; and conducting departmental training and orientation.

Assigns areas of responsibility to subordinates and oversees the workflow within these areas. Implements and evaluates projects and programs in area of responsibility.

Oversees maintenance and operation of circulation department functions.

Assists in determining hiring needs for area of responsibility and makes recommendations on the hiring of new employees.

Assists patrons in the physical location of library materials, checking out/in of library materials, obtaining library materials, and searching for missing materials.

Resolves problems at the circulation desk, explains library procedures and policies to patrons.

Reviews and verifies time sheets and related payroll documents.

Compiles and maintains statistical information related to library usage. Prepares related
reports.

Ensure patron compliance of all policies and procedures through effective communication and enforcement.

Performs related work as required.

NOTE: These examples are intended only as illustrations of the various kinds of work performed in positions allocated to this class. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Considerable knowledge of the operation of library equipment such as personal computer, photocopier and FAX machine.

Knowledge of word processing, spreadsheet and software applications.

Knowledge of library principles, practices and techniques.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.

Ability to effectively supervise and coordinate the activities of subordinate employees.

Ability to plan, organize and maintain the operation of a segment of a library department.

Ability to interpret, apply and explain library procedures and policies.

Ability to work independently.

Ability to receive and convey written and verbal instructions.

Ability to push or pull fully loaded hand carts; ability to load or unload materials from carts.

Ability to lift, reach and bend to locate and remove requested materials.

Ability to effectively assist in the development, presentation and evaluation of appropriate library programs.

Ability to determine when a situation should be handled by a higher level supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk or and hear. The employee is required to reach, stand for long periods of time and be mobile.

The employee must occasionally lift up to 25 pounds and move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus associated with the constant use of printed matter and computer monitors.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

FLORIDA RETIREMENT SYSTEM (FRS)The Florida Retirement System is a retirement plan designed to provide an income to a vested employee and his/her family when the employee retires, becomes partially or totally disabled, or dies prior to retirement. A defined benefit or defined contribution option may be chosen by the employee.For other benefits such as life insurance and health insurance click here.HOLIDAYSHolidays are as follows:

 

  1. New Years Day  
  2. Martin Luther King Day  
  3. Memorial Day  
  4. Juneteenth
  5. Independence Day  
  6. Labor Day  
  7. Veterans' Day  
  8. Thanksgiving Day  
  9. Friday following Thanksgiving  
  10. Christmas Day  
  11. Additional Christmas Holiday  
  12. 3 Floating Holidays   
Pay periods are every two (2) weeks beginning at 12:01 a.m. Saturday through 12:00 midnight Friday. Payday is the second Friday following the end of a pay period.

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I understand that once my application has been submitted for this specific position that I will NOT be able to make any changes to it. Any changes to my master application will only be reflected in any future positions for which I may apply. Should I desire to have updated information included for this specific position I should contact the Human Resources office at (352) 374-5219 for assistance.
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If an applicant meets all minimum qualifications as posted he/she is referred to the appropriate hiring manager. The following Supplemental Questions are specific to the position for which you have applied to assist the hiring manager in screening applications for the ones with the specific experience he/she is seeking. Please be specific in answering these questions as they will be used to evaluate which applications will be given further consideration in the process. I understand and will answer the following supplemental questions completely and thoroughly.
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Required Question

Agency
Alachua County
Address
12 S.E. 1st Street, 1st Floor

Gainesville, Florida, 32602-2877
Phone
(352) 374-5219