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City of Austin is Hiring a Library Division Manager - Public Services Near Austin, TX

Position Information

Posting Title

Library Division Manager - Public Services

Job Requisition Number

COA088814

Position Number

111072

Job Type

Full-Time

Division Name

Branch Services

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Graduation with a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field, plus seven (7) years of related experience, including four (4) years of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity OR
Graduation with a Master’s degree from an accredited college or university in a related field, plus five (5) years of related experience, including three (3) years of experience in a lead or supervisory capacity.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

Valid Class C Driver License

Notes to Applicants

The Library Division Manager for Public Services provides strategy for the twenty branches in the library system. They supervise two Regional Branch Operation Managers who oversee the Library Managers. The position serves on the Library’s Management team and is a crucial member of the Public Services team.

NOTES TO APPLICANTS:

A detailed and complete job application is REQUIRED and helps us evaluate your qualifications. In completing your job application, please be sure to provide a COMPLETE employment history regarding any relevant experience that you would like for us to consider. This information will also be used to determine salary in the event that you are selected for this position. NOTE: A cover letter and/or resume will NOT be used to substitute for an incomplete job application.
Please understand that your job application, cover letter, and resume will be used to measure or assess your written communication skills, including grammar, punctuation, and spelling, in helping us screen applications and determine candidates to be interviewed.
All new employees are required to attend City of Austin and Austin Public Library training as scheduled, and should arrange their outside schedules to accommodate such training.
The Austin Public Library reserves the right to close posted positions prior to the advertised close date, based on recruitment strategies and business needs.

Travel:

If you are selected for this position, and meet the Driver Safety Standards in the City of Austin Driver Safety Program, you may drive when necessary to multiple locations as part of your regular job duties. Otherwise, you are responsible for getting to and from these locations.
Working with the City of Austin provides a number of health and welfare benefits such as low-cost medical, dental, vision, paid leave time, a highly competitive retirement plan, training opportunities and more. Please click HERE for more information.
The Austin Public Library reserves the right to close posted jobs and positions prior to the advertised close date, based on recruitment strategies and business needs.

Pay Range

$34.86 – $44.45

Hours

Monday – Friday
8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Note: Hours may vary based on operational or business needs; evenings and weekends may be required on occasion.

Job Close Date

04/29/2023

Type of Posting

External

Department

Austin Public Library

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Grant Funded or Pooled Position

Not Applicable

Category

Professional

Location

Central Library, 710 W. César Chávez St. Austin, TX 78701

Preferred Qualifications

Innovation: Demonstrated ability to innovate across library functions for results in increased productivity, increased excellence and new benefits for customers.
Customer Service: Demonstrated independent thinking and comfortable making decisions that always lean on the side of excellent customer service.
Diversity and equity: Demonstrated commitment to proactively promoting and embracing diversity in ideas, people and organizations, and to contributing to an inclusive working and learning environment.
Ability to travel to more than one work location.

Duties, Functions and Responsibilities

Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

1. Develops short and long range plans.
2. Develops and monitors division/section budget and grant applications.
3. Chairs and serves on professional committees.
4. Serves on APL Management Team.
5. Investigates and resolves customer complaints.
6. Clarifies City and department regulations.
7. Develops division policies and procedures and participates in the development of department policies.
8. Prepares and presents programs, articles, reports and projects.
9. Represents the City of Austin and the Austin Public Library to the public.
10. Represents the interests of the Library and/or division to City officials.

Responsibilities- Supervision and/or Leadership Exercised:

Responsible for the full range of supervisory activities including selection, training, evaluation, counseling and recommendation for dismissal.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

Knowledge of professional library procedures, systems, and techniques.
Knowledge of equity, diversity, and inclusion principles and practices in libraries.
Knowledge of fiscal planning and budget preparation.
Knowledge of reference and research procedures.
Knowledge of library materials/tools available for library work.
Knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws.
Knowledge of City practice, policy, and procedures.
Knowledge of supervisory and managerial techniques and principles.
Knowledge of contract development and management.
Skill in oral and written communication.
Skill in handling multiple tasks and prioritizing.
Skill in using computers and related software, including Microsoft Office products.
Skill in data analysis and problem solving.
Skill in planning and organizing.
Ability to forecast public demand for services.
Ability to analyze/evaluate major programs, policies, procedures, services, and facilities to develop recommendations.
Ability to facilitate discussions and resolve issues.
Ability to stay abreast of library trends.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.
Ability to provide high-level customer service.
Ability to work with people of diverse backgrounds.

Criminal Background Investigation

This position has been approved for a Criminal Background Investigation.

EEO/ADA

City of Austin is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. If you require reasonable accommodation during the application process or have a question regarding an essential job function, please call (512) 974-3210 or Texas Relay by dialing 7-1-1.
The City of Austin will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, religion, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation. In addition, the City will not discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of an individual’s AIDS, AIDS Related Complex, or HIV status; nor will the City discriminate against individuals who are perceived to be at risk of HIV infection, or who associate with individuals who are believed to be at risk.

Information For City Employees: If you are an employee within

the department, are in good standing and meet both the minimum and preferred qualifications, then you will receive an initial interview.