Community Assistant Branch Manager (Librarian II)

Job Overview Manages and supervises the information department of a community library, and serves as acting branch manager in the absence of the branch manager. Serves on the branch management team, responds to library customers, resolves complex patron issues, performs essential information and support duties, and undertakes other assignments to further the goals of Fairfax County Public Library. Illustrative Duties Serves on Branch Management Team Serves as person-in-charge May schedule staff and plan workflow to ensure adequate coverage Resolves non-routine patron interactions by communicating and interpreting library policy for staff and the general public Addresses the more difficult and complex reference and reader advisory services Promotes and represents Library System before outside groups May develop informational finding tools May select, train, supervise, and evaluate subordinate personnel May facilitate staff meetings Answers informational and reference questions from customers using print and electronic resources Assists and instructs customers in the use of print and online materials and technology Advises and assists customers in the selection of books, periodicals, media, and other materials Plans and provides programs and outreach to customers of all ages Maintains collection by weeding, marketing, and merchandising library materials Troubleshoots library computers and reports unresolved problems through proper channels Performs copy cataloging of library materials Identifies materials to be considered for addition to the library collection Remains current in resources, services and technologies in the information field May supervise volunteers Serves as acting branch manager in the absence of the branch manager Assists community branch manager in planning and directing the activities of a community library Directly supervises adult information services and the youth services manager within the branch Oversees the management of the branch collection Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities General knowledge of statistics and budget preparation Ability to prioritize and schedule workload of the department Ability to effectively select, train, supervise, and evaluate subordinates Knowledge of the principles, standards, and practices of library science Knowledge of library reference sources and methods Ability to create or curate professional resources Ability to use professional knowledge to manage the library's collection Ability to prioritize and manage a self-directed workload Ability to provide information service to customers of all ages Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with others Ability to exercise tact, good judgment, and initiative Knowledge of word processing and computer applications Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing to answer reference questions and provide reading guidance Knowledge of the Library's operating procedures Ability to interpret Library policy for staff and the general public Ability to promote interest in library services Ability to plan and provide community-oriented library programs and outreach Ability to adapt to workplace change Ability to classify and catalog material Employment Standards Minimum Qualifications: Master’s degree from an ALA (American Library Association) accredited library school and one year of professional library experience. Certificates and Licenses Required: Possession of a certificate issued by the Virginia State Board for Certification of Librarians within three (3) months of date of appointment to the position. Necessary Special Requirements: The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check and child protective services check to the satisfaction of the employer. Preferred Qualifications Two or more years of public library experience with one or more years of experience in a supervisory capacity training, coaching, and evaluating staff. Experience assisting customers of all ages with informational, instructional and/or readers' advisory services. Physical Requirements Ability to push and pull 4-wheeled book bins filled at 90% capacity, requiring 20 pounds of initial (starting) force, and a sustained force of 10 pounds after initial acceleration. Ability to push and pull 4-wheeled book carts filled at 70% capacity, requiring 14 pounds of initial (starting) force, and a sustained force of 7 pounds after initial acceleration. Ability to input, access, and retrieve information from a computer. Ability to lift up to 15 pounds. Ability to perform repetitive hand, arm, wrist and shoulder movements. Ability to shelve materials at all height levels. Ability to stand for 2 hours at a time. Ability to stoop, bend, reach, squat, and kneel. Ability to travel to various locations throughout Fairfax County to provide coverage, attend meetings and trainings. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations. Selection Procedure Panel interview and may include exercise. Equal Opportunity Employer Statement Fairfax County is home to a highly diverse population, with a significant number of residents speaking languages other than English at home (including Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and many others). We encourage candidates who are bilingual in English and another language to apply for this opportunity. Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact: TTY View phone number on click.appcast.io. View email address on click.appcast.io EEO/AA/TTY. #J-18808-Ljbffr Fairfax County Government