[IUG] Job at Berkeley Public Library

["Abramson, Alicia" <AAbramson at ci dot berkeley dot ca dot us>]

The Berkeley Public Library is looking for a Circulation Services
Manager:

 

The Circulation Services Manager is a member of the Library Director's
Management Team and under general direction, is responsible for the
operations, budgeting and personnel management of the General Services
Division. Operations and services supervised include circulation
services, inter/intra library loans, shelving, system-wide materials
delivery, Central Library security services and circulation and public
information desks. In addition to the supervisory responsibilities, the
incumbent participates in a variety of executive and managerial
committees and is expected to provide assistance in planning and
implementation in circulation-related areas and special project
assignments. Major responsibilities may include but are not limited to:

 

*	Performing a variety of library division and management  tasks,
including, planning, developing and directing the implementation of
goals,  objectives, policies, procedures, and work standards for the
General Services Division;
*	Performing a variety of management and supervisory tasks in
support of division/service operation including, planning, organizing
and  administering the work of supervisory and support staff,
interpreting policies and procedures to staff and patrons;
*	Handling a variety of employee selection and training related
tasks including interviewing and selecting job applicants, training
employees in work procedures and ensuring employee attendance at safety
and other training.

 

The ideal candidate will possess the following knowledge, skills and
abilities:



*	Demonstrated knowledge of the principles and practices of
library management;
*	Demonstrated knowledge and skill in effective employee
supervision and management including selection, training, performance
evaluation, and discipline;
*	Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships
with a diverse, multicultural community and staff;
*	Demonstrated commitment to ensuring excellent public service;
*	Demonstrated experience in the management and operation of
automated library circulation systems and services;
*	Demonstrated knowledge and experience working with computer
software applications and online databases;
*	Ability to prepare and present effective oral and written
communications;
*	Ability to analyze complex problems, evaluates alternatives, and
develops creative solutions.

 

The salary range is:  $71,364 - $85,968

 

The deadline to apply is Monday February 26, 2007.  A City Of Berkeley
employment application must be filled out for this position.  For the
full position brochure and the City of Berkeley's application see:  

 

http://www.ci.berkeley.ca.us/hr/Jobs/JobsList.htm

 

Alicia Abramson

Manager Library Information Technology

Berkeley Public Library

aabramson at ci dot berkeley dot ca dot us

510-981-6131



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