Salary : $53,770.00 - $86,010.00 Annually
Location : Various Locations within the City of El Paso, TX
Job Type: Civil Service
Job Number: 15620-0524
Department: MAIN LIBRY
Opening Date: 05/23/2024
Closing Date: 6/4/2024 11:59 PM Mountain
FLSA: Exempt
Max Number of Applicants: 50
Requirements
MOS Code: None
Education and Experience: A Master's degree or higher 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 Discard old, outdated or damaged materials.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
For the complete job specification, click here.
Note: This is a new advertisement for Library Branch Manager. You must apply if you are still interested in this position.
Important Note: The r equired Supplemental Questions and answers are considered an examination component and will generate a score.
Applicants are being tested on a conditional basis pending a review of minimum qualifications. Applications will be reviewed for applicants who pass the Supplemental Questions exam.
Per CSC Rules & Regulations, after review of the minimum qualifications for applicants that pass the Supplemental Questions exam, a passing score, combined with applicable seniority points and veteran points, will be used to create a list of candidates.
Note: Applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. This position will close when a preset number of qualified applications have been received.
Note: Applicants with a foreign degree must have all relevant documents translated and evaluated by a College, University, or Credentials Evaluation Services Department prior to submitting them to the Human Resources Department
A rsum and/or other documents will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application. Comments such as "See rsum" are not acceptable and will result in the application being considered incomplete.
To qualify for this position, the required education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be clearly stated on your application's employment history. We do not use any information on your resume to review if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position.
Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your rsum will eliminate you from consideration for the position.
BENEFITS
LIFE AND HEALTH INSURANCE
The City of El Paso is a self-insured entity with a third-party administrator for Medical and Pharmacy benefits. Basic Life Insurance Coverage is available at no cost to eligible employees. Additional Life Insurance and coverage for your dependents are also available.
Employees can select optional Dental, Vision, and Short Term Disability coverage. Employees also have the option to participate in a Health Savings Account or Flexible Spending Account (healthcare and/or dependent care for daycare expenses). All of these insurance and coverage options can be configured within a month of your new employee orientation date.
An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with access to mental health sessions, therapy, and more is available at no cost. A trained counselors are also available to help you and your dependents cope with life's stressors so that you can live a happy productive lifestyle.
The City's Wellness Program seeks to promote better health and wellness amongst the workforce through various programs and incentives in which employees may choose to participate in, to include wellness education, fitness tests, biometric screenings, group fitness, health coaching and so much more!
Keep Learning, Growing & Reinventing Yourself! The City of El Paso's Tuition Assistance Program encourages employee personal and professional development by sharing educational costs with those employees who have successfully completed their original probation, and in turn retain a skillful workforce. Each year, employees can obtain Tuition Assistance for Degree, Certifications, Continuing Education, and Books & Equipment.
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. Thirty-first day in March (Cesar Chavez Day)
4. Last Monday in May (Memorial Day)
5. June 19 (Juneteenth)
6. Fourth day of July (Independence Day)
7. First Monday in September (Labor Day)
8. Eleventh Day in November (Veteran's Day)
9. Fourth Thursday in November (Thanksgiving Day)
10. The Friday following the fourth Thursday in November (Day after Thanksgiving)
11. Twenty-fifth Day in December (Christmas Day)
12. 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

What is the highest level of education you have completed?

• Masters degree from an ALA accredited college or university in library science or information and library science.
• Doctorates degree from an ALA accredited college or university in library science or information and library science.
• None of the above

02

How many years of professional experience as a librarian do you have?

• 3 - 4 years
• 5 - 6 years
• 7 or more years
• None of the above

03

How many years of supervisory experience do you have?

• 2 - 3 years
• 4 - 5 years
• 6 or more years
• None of the above

04

Describe your knowledge of managerial, budgetary, personnel management, standard fiscal administration policies, practices, and controls related to the management of a Branch Library.

• No knowledge of managerial, budgetary, personnel management, standard fiscal administration policies, practices, and controls related to the management of a Branch Library.
• Some knowledge of managerial, budgetary, personnel management, standard fiscal administration policies, practices, and controls related to the management of a Branch Library.
• Good knowledge of managerial, budgetary, personnel management, standard fiscal administration policies, practices, and controls related to the management of a Branch Library.
• Considerable knowledge of managerial, budgetary, personnel management, standard fiscal administration policies, practices, and controls related to the management of a Branch Library.

05

Describe your knowledge of reference sources, and collection development practices and methods.

• No knowledge of reference sources, and collection development practices and methods.
• Some knowledge of reference sources, and collection development practices and methods.
• Good knowledge of reference sources, and collection development practices and methods.
• Considerable knowledge of reference sources, and collection development practices and methods.

06

Describe your knowledge of public relations and customer service methods practices and procedures.

• No knowledge of public relations and customer service methods practices and procedures.
• Some knowledge of public relations and customer service methods practices and procedures.
• Good knowledge of public relations and customer service methods practices and procedures.
• Considerable knowledge of public relations and customer service methods practices and procedures.

07

Describe your knowledge of computer hardware, software, and peripherals utilized in automated library systems.

• No knowledge of computer hardware, software, and peripherals utilized in automated library systems.
• Some knowledge of computer hardware, software, and peripherals utilized in automated library systems.
• Good knowledge of computer hardware, software, and peripherals utilized in automated library systems.
• Considerable knowledge of computer hardware, software, and peripherals utilized in automated library systems.

08

Please provide an example of a time when you had to use clear, concise oral and written communication to prepare and present reports to management, supervisors, and/or directors.
09

Required supplemental questions and answers are considered an examination component and will generate a score.

• I understand that my answers to the supplemental questions will generate a score.

10

I understand that I am being tested on a conditional basis pending a review of minimum qualifications. Note: Only applications that pass the supplemental questions exam will be reviewed.

• I understand that I am being tested on a conditional basis pending review of minimum qualifications.

11

Candidates will be evaluated based on the information provided on both the application and the completeness of the responses to the Supplemental Questions. Failure to fully detail all experience and job duties in the application, or copying/pasting directly from the job specification, or responses referring to your rsum will eliminate you from consideration for the position.

• I acknowledge I have read and understand the above information.

Required Question