Library Technical Services Manager

Department:

Libraries and Historical Resources

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Are you passionate about the behind-the-scenes magic that keeps a library running smoothly? We're looking for an experienced, detail-oriented, and innovative Library Technical Services Manager to lead our Technical Services Operations. From collection development and acquisitions to cataloging, processing, and material delivery — you’ll be at the heart of making our collections accessible and our workflows efficient.

If you're ready to combine leadership with librarianship in a role that truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Join our team in Sunny Sarasota, the cultural capital of Florida, and showcase your love for libraries, information, and learning. Apply today to make a difference in the community!About the Position

In this role, you will...

Administration

• Direct and supervise all functions of Technical Services Operations, including collection development, acquisitions, receipt, cataloging, processing, and delivery of library materials.

• Develop and implement technical services policies and procedures, and provide recommendations for improving operational efficiencies.

• Working with the Manager of Internal Operations, develop and implement Performance Measures related to the receipt, processing, and release of materials to the libraries to ensure customer satisfaction.

• Maintain a strong understanding of integrated library systems and current cataloging practices, including those for special collections and historical archives.

• Manage proactive assessments of fraud awareness, prevention, detection, and risk mitigation activities in the area of responsibility; oversee financial, compliance, operational, and performance audits; review audit findings and ensure appropriate controls are established and implemented.

Cataloging

• Supervise cataloging efforts of all library materials according to relevant bibliographic control standards; leads the maintenance of the catalog to ensure that library users have optimal access to the collection.

• Make difficult technical decisions, including the creation, use, and management of MARC records according to nationally accepted standards.

Staff Development

• Ensure that team members participate in setting the unit, library, and system goals and contribute to decision-making through training, practice, and evaluation.

• Collaborate with co-workers to support the team process and coordinate activities with the Internal Operations Manager.

• Participate as team leader or member in special projects. Provide leadership and create a work environment that encourages participation and problem-solving. Hire, coach, and mentor staff.

Customer Service

• Develop and implement standards of service that ensure the prompt and efficient resolution of each inquiry by internal and external customers, delivered with the utmost respect and courtesy.

• Meet with vendors and publishers.

About the Schedule

Work Hours:

• Monday- Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

About You:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Library and Information Science from an American Library Association-accredited institution.

• Three (3) years of supervisory experience in a public library.

• Valid Florida driver’s license.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Three (3) years of experience in a cataloging position in a library technical services division.

Subject to Passing Substance Screening: This position is subject to passing a pre-employment substance screening. An applicant who fails to pass a required drug screening test shall be disqualified from employment in any class for five (5) years.

About Everything Else:

Pay Range Starting at: $75,233.00

Our interview process could include phone interview(s), Microsoft Teams video interview(s), and/or in-person interview(s).

If you are selected to join our team, please click on this link to review the Required First Day Documents ( . You will need to present the following items on your first day:

1. I-9 Acceptable Documents to show your identity and authorization to work. Use this link to learn more and review the different document options:

• If your position requires a Florida Driver’s License, this must be one of your documents. (Your Florida Driver’s License can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List B Documents.)

1. U.S. Social Security Card (signed, physical card). This is a requirement of our Payroll Department and failure to provide this document could jeopardize timely compensation. (Your U.S. Social Security Card can serve as one of your documents listed in link above – List C Documents.)

Benefits:

• Enjoy great benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Florida Retirement System (FRS) and many, many more! C hoose one of three great medical plans, including one with a $0 premium option, with completed preventative visits!

• For more information about employee benefits, please click this link or visit SCGov.net ( for additional information.

• Utilize our award-winning wellness program including free gyms at multiple Sarasota County Government locations.

• Enjoy 11 paid holidays, 3 personal days and 16 paid vacation days in the first year of full-time employment with increasing accrual rates with years of service. (That adds up to a possible 30 days off in your 1st year!)​​

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