What are the responsibilities and job description for the Library Services Coordinator position at Ocmulgee Regional Library System?
Library Services Coordinator
ORLS is seeking a Library Services Coordinator to support the operations of a thriving regional library system.
About us:
Ocmulgee Regional Library System serves 7 counties in middle Georgia. Our mission is to connect the community to resources, technology, and each other. We provide a talented staff, welcoming spaces, and diverse resources to meet our community's needs. Our headquarters is located in Eastman, Georgia.
Purpose:
This position will play an integral role in strengthening public services by evaluating practices, improving consistency between locations, and helping develop procedures and best practices that support excellence in customer service. A major focus of this position will be supporting Branch Managers in their work. This position will regularly visit our member libraries and build relationships with the staff. The Library Services Coordinator has broad decision-making authority for routine operational matters and some decision-making responsibilities for non-routine matters.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Performs varied supervisory, operational, and administrative duties, on a day-to-day basis, as required.
- Recommends library service improvements.
- Identifies opportunities to improve customer experience and acts on them.
- Assists staff and management in facilitating library projects and programs.
- May represent the library at community events.
- May attend public meetings to support management on library projects, proposals and activities.
- Prepares and maintains records and reports of varied monthly, special and annual reports; follows up on assignments to determine progress and date of completion of projects.
- Attends training and conferences as required or assigned; actively participates on committees and teams as directed; navigates change well.
- Works the hours and/or shifts assigned and begins and ends work on time.
- Performs other related duties as required or assigned.
Requirements
- Master of Library and Information Science from an ALA-accredited program and must have Georgia G-5 certification, or be able to obtain certification within 6 months.
- Two years of progressively responsible library experience.
- Proficiency using Google Suite and specialized library software (PINES) to perform work-related tasks.
- Effective decision-making and problem-solving skills; ability to use independent judgment and discretion.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
- Ability to organize work and be self-directed.
- Ability to train and provide work direction to others.
- Ability to meet schedules and timelines.
- Ability to interpret, apply, and explain rules, regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Ability to analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.
- Ability to maintain regular, predictable, and punctual attendance.
- Valid Driver’s License
Working Conditions and Benefits:
This is a full-time, in-person job based at the regional headquarters located in the Murrell Memorial - Dodge County Library in Eastman, Georgia. Occasional travel to member libraries is required. Benefits include vacation and sick leave; birthday leave; health insurance; flexible benefits including life, dental, vision, and more; and participation in the Teachers Retirement System.
Status: Exempt
To apply:
Send a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references to ; use Collection Development Librarian as the subject line.
Timeframe:
We will begin reviewing applications on September 26 and continue until the position is filled. The desired start date is no later than November 2, 2026.
Pay: $62,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $62,000 - $65,000