Library Branch Manager



Job Details

Library Branch Manager
Employer

City of El Paso

Salary

$48,058.42 - $73,529.38 Annually

Location

Various Locations within the City of El Paso, TX

Job Type

Civil Service

Job Number

15640-0518

Department

Library

Division

453

Opening Date

05/03/2018

Closing Date

Continuous

Requirements

Candidate must have a Master's degree from an ALA accredited college or university in library science or information and library science, and three (3) years of professional experience as a librarian, including 2 years of supervisory experience.
 
Licenses and Certificates: None.

General Purpose

Under general supervision, manage the functions and operation of a City branch library.

Typical Duties

Develop goals, plans, programs, services and procedures for a branch library. Involves: Determine needs of assigned branch library based on local patrons needs and wishes. Determine most appropriate collection for the location. Order new books and magazines based on location. Discard old, outdated or damaged materials. Prepare programs and classes for the public including literacy programs, children's storytime and computer training programs. Prepare synopsis of classes, materials and resources necessary for the classes or programs. Participate in committee work.
 
Provide reference services. Involves: Guide patrons to information using all forms of print, on-line and community resources. Provide outreach services with area schools to promote literacy and library programs. Develop and implement programs, services and special events to promote use of branch library resources and facilities. Speak with community groups and non-profit organizations to promote use of the library branch.
 
Oversee designated administrative activities. Involves: Plan annual budget for the branch library. Develop projections of resources and personnel necessary to meet established goals and objectives. Evaluate and determine priorities on equipment, furniture or supplies. Submit budget proposal to Library Extension Services Administrator for approval. Prepare reports and statistics for the branch. Maintain attendance, fees and payroll records, reports and participates in the overall administration of the Library System. Ensure all repairs of facility are completed in a timely manner to ensure a safe environment. Work with the Friends of the Library and other volunteers.
 
Supervise assigned staff. Involves: Schedule, assign, and review of operational and procedural activities. Prioritize and coordinate library branch activities. Instruct, guide and check work. Appraise employee performance and review evaluations by subordinates. Provide training and development. Enforce personnel rules, regulations, and work standards. Counsel, motivate and maintain harmony. Recommend transfer, discipline, merit pay or other employee status changes.

General Information

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Salary Range: $48,058.42- $67,161.65 per year.
The starting salary is generally at the beginning of the salary range.

Test Information: An evaluation of education and experience will be conducted on qualified applicants.

Please note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close once a preset number of qualified applications have been received.

BENEFITS

LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE


Every regular, full-time employee who is paid by the City, shall be entitled to receive group life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, health insurance coverage as provided by the City. Employees shall be eligible for enrollment during the City's designated enrollment period. (Amended 08/28/07)

Employees shall have the option of membership in a qualified health maintenance organization (HMO) as an alternative to health insurance coverage. Should an employee opt for HMO membership, the City shall contribute to the HMO an amount equal to the health insurance premium the City would have otherwise been obligated to pay on the employee's health insurance coverage. Any difference between the amount the City contributes and the cost of HMO membership shall be deducted from the employee's paycheck and forwarded to the HMO.

ELIGIBILITY FOR VACATION LEAVE

All regular employees who are regularly scheduled to work on an average, a minimum of twenty (20) hours per week, who have held a position in the City Service for a period of six months from date of employment, shall be eligible for vacation allowance as hereinafter set forth. Part-time employees shall accrue vacation leave at a pro-rated amount of full-time entitlement based on the number of hours that they are scheduled to work. Employees covered by collective bargaining agreements shall accrue vacation as provided in the applicable agreement.

Regular employees in the City Service shall accrue vacation credit at the following rates per pay period, calculated from the date of employment of each employee:
 
For 0 - 5 years of service (12 days):
40 hour per week employees - 3.70 hours per biweekly pay period

For >5 to 15 years of service (17 days):
40 hour per week employees - 5.24 hours per biweekly pay period

For >15 or more years of service (20 days):
40 hour per week employees - 6.16 hours per biweekly pay period

SICK LEAVE WITH PAY
Employees shall be entitled to accrue sick leave with pay in accordance with the Rules of the Civil Service Commission.

ACCIDENT WITH PAY LEAVE
The Amended Section 4.4 of the Ordinance shall become effective upon adoption and shall apply to occupational injuries and occupational diseases occurring on and after date of adoption. Occupational injuries and occupational diseases occurring before such date will be governed by the Ordinance in effect at the time of the date of injury or disease.

PREGNANCY LEAVE


A) Pregnancy shall be treated the same as any other temporary physical disability.

B) An employee on pregnancy leave shall use accumulated and unused regular sick leave time and then (unless granted use of special sick leave) shall be on leave without pay, unless the employee chooses to use any accumulated and unused annual leave.

C) An employee going on pregnancy leave shall give written notice to her department head with appropriate medical verification. Before returning to work from pregnancy leave, the individual will provide appropriate medical documentation releasing the employee to return to work, as is required for any individual who has been on leave for a temporary physical disability.

LEGAL HOLIDAYS

The following days are hereby declared legal holidays for all the City departments, provided that the provisions of this section shall not apply to members of the Fire Department whose duties are to prevent or extinguish fires, or to members of the Police Department whose duties are those of law enforcement: (Amended 10/03/95)
 
1. First day of January (New Year's Day)

2.  Third Monday in January (Martin Luther King Holiday)

3. Last Monday in May (Memorial Day)

4. Fourth day of July (Independence Day)

5. First Monday in September (Labor Day)

6. Fourth Thursday in November (Thanksgiving Day)

7. Fourth Friday in November (Day after Thanksgiving) (Amended 02/24/09)

8. Twenty-fifth Day in December (Christmas Day)

9. Employee's Birthday
 
In addition to the above days, the following days are also declared to be legal holidays: 1. Any day designated as a holiday by City Council. 2. When any legal holiday falls on a Saturday, the preceding Friday shall be considered a legal holiday. 3. When any legal holiday falls on a Sunday, the following business day shall be considered a legal holiday.

01
Do you have a Master's degree or higher from an ALA accredited college or university in library science or information and library science?
  • Yes
  • No
02
Do you have three (3) years of professional experience as a librarian?
  • Yes
  • No
03
Within your professional experience as a librarian, do you have 2 years of supervisory experience?
  • Yes
  • No

* Required Question

Employer
City of El Paso
Address
300 N. Campbell

El Paso, Texas, 79901
Phone
915.212-1258 or 212-0045
TDD Users: 915.212-1258

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