Description:
Essential Roles and Responsibilities:
- Work with other Branch Managers and Department Managers to help achieve the vision, mission, and goals of the Charleston County Public Library.
- Work with Human Resources on employee issues and staffing.
- Responsible for supervising and training staff.
- Responsible for collecting, analyzing, and writing concise reports based on community needs.
- Make recommendations for reading materials or websites to obtain this information.
- Responsible for planning, implementing, and promoting in-branch as well as outreach programming for the community to increase library awareness within the community.
- Must be comfortable proactively seeking out customers to help in all areas of the library.
- Create booklists, book displays and provide technology assistance and demonstrations for patrons of all ages.
- Perform routine desk duties and help patrons to locate resources and check out materials.
- Responsible for assisting the public in the use of technology, including software, online tools, and mobile devices.
Qualifications:
- Master of Library and Information Science degree from an ALA Accredited program.
- 4 years post-MLIS library experience that includes 3 years of supervisory experience.
- Prefer public library experience.
- Eligible for or hold South Carolina State Library Certification.
- Must be able to work a flexible schedule including evenings and weekends.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite, with the ability to learn and use new methods and emerging technical advances.
- Must possess excellent customer service skills, ability to get along well with others, communicate effectively with the public and library staff and demonstrate a strong work ethic.
Salary: $68,140.00 - $76,660.00