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LIBRARY DIRECTOR
Salary Range GC26
INTRODUCTION
This classification serves as administrator for the library system and plans, organizes and directs management both independently and jointly with the Board of County Commissioners and a seven member Library Advisory Board. As director, serve as advisor to the Board of Commissioners on all library related areas, including law library, and fulfill objectives established by the Commissioners. Serve as liaison between the library and Library Advisory Board, Friends of the Library and Library Foundation, as well as the community.
EXAMPLES OF PRINCIPAL DUTIES
(Duties assigned to this classification include, but are not limited to, the following examples.)
1. Manage,
organize,
implement and
evaluate
operations of
the County
library system
and County law
library.
Develop
procedures,
policies and
other support
systems for
efficient
operations to
meet current
and long-range
goals of the
library
system.
2. Supervise,
coordinate and
prioritize
work
activities of
support staff
in the areas
of public
services,
circulation,
technical
services,
branch program
and
administrative
services;
offer
assistance as
needed, and
determine best
solution when
problems
arise. Ensure
compliance
with
standards.
Assume
responsibility
for work
performed
within
department.
Final approval
of all
selection,
transfer,
promotion and
termination of
employees.
Interpret
policy and
procedure.
3. Prepare and
administer
annual
departmental
budget,
monitor
expenditures;
present for
approval to
the Board of
Commissioners.
Explore
alternative
funding
sources.
4. Serve as
principal
liaison
between
library system
and Board of
Commissioners,
County Library
Board and ten
branch boards,
Library
Foundation
Board, Friends
of the
Library, State
library
officials,
media and the
public.
5. Promote library activities and programs with business associations and the public. Respond to and effectively resolve inquiries, complaints or problems affecting the availability or quality of services.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY REQUIRED BY THIS POSITION
Knowledge of: Thorough knowledge of the theories, objectives, principles and techniques of modern public library management; thorough knowledge of principles and practices of administration including fiscal management, budget preparation, expenditure control personnel and program management in order to develop, implement and evaluate programs. Skill in: Analysis of community needs; use of automated equipment. Ability to:
Communicate
effectively in
both oral and
written forms;
formulate and
implement
operational and
administrative
polices; perform
short and
long-range
planning; analyze
and evaluate
operations and
develop and
implement
corrective action
to resolve
problems;
establish and
maintain record
keeping systems
and reports;
conduct research
and compile and
analyze
statistical and
financial data;
utilize problem
identification and
resolution
techniques; remain
calm and use good
judgment during
confrontational or
high pressure
situations; make
decisions
independently in
accordance with
established
policies and
procedures,
establish new
policies when
applicable, and
use initiative and
judgment in
completing tasks
and
responsibilities;
supervise and lead
support staff;
effectively meet
and deal with
Board of
Commissioners,
department heads,
the library
boards,
foundation,
friends of
library, State
library officials,
committees,
vendors, community
groups, media,
patrons and the
public to achieve
program goals and
promote acceptance
and understanding
of the library
system.
Education, experience and training:
Master’s degree in
business
administration,
public
administration or
library science
and five years
progressively
responsible
library experience
which includes
three years
management
experience
supplemented by
experience or
course work in
business
management OR
equivalent
combination of
experience and
training. At time
of appointment,
must possess a
valid Oregon
driver's license.
SUPERVISORY CONTROLS OF THIS POSITION
This position is appointed by and serves at the pleasure of the Board of Commissioners. The Library Advisory Board, as an advisory board provides general direction to the library director.
GUIDELINES
Work is performed within departmental policy and procedures; federal, state and county statutes, rules, regulations and ordinances; established library management theories, principles and practices. Employee uses seasoned judgment in interpreting and using appropriate guidelines and, as department head, can implement or revise departmental policies and procedures.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
Regular and consistent attendance is required. Work is performed in an office environment; may require bending, hearing voice conversation, keyboarding, occasionally lifting up to 14 pounds, sitting, standing and walking. A considerable amount of driving is required.
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