Central Library,
1301 Barcarrota Blvd. West, Bradenton, FL 34205
Monday - Saturday, 40 hours/week, with variable daytime and evening hours
Pay Grade: K
This classification performs a variety of technical/professional/supervisory duties in the Manatee County Public Library System. Supervision is exercised over library staff. Work involves working both with the public and behind the scenes, handling branch and/or section responsibilities. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Librarian III or higher level of management.
Working Conditions
Indoor/Office situation; high noise environment while performing certain responsibilities. Lifting equipment up to 25 lbs. alone; up to 50 lbs. with assistance. May require working at a computer for extended periods of time.
Essential Functions
These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position.
Supervises the operation of a section within a branch and/or performs as the assistant supervisor of a branch or section within the Central Library.
Provides reference and readers advisory services to the general public.
Performs technical cataloging and/or circulation tasks.
Compiles bibliographies, bookmarks, reading lists, etc., as necessary.
Plans, coordinates, and presents adult and juvenile programming, both inside the library and in community facilities, as requested.
Acts as library liaison to community groups. Develops community contacts.
Supervises/coordinates the work of clerical support and professional staff.
Maintains currency in professional library issues, developments, materials, and equipment.
Coordinates activities of section in collection management routines.
Trains/instructs patrons in print/non-print/automated library resources.
Interprets and enforces relevant Library/County policies and procedures to the public.
Prepares monthly, annual and special reports/statistics.
May schedule, train and/or supervise volunteers, public service workers, and AARP workers.
Participates in the selection of staff. Trains, supervises, evaluates and schedules staff within area of responsibility.
Prepares publicity for assigned area for transmission to information coordinator.
Participates as part of library system management team and attends meetings as required.
Recommends policy changes to immediate supervisor/administration.
Performs other related work (including weather or other extreme emergency duties) as required.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge of modern principles and practices of library science and of library materials, library organization, procedures, policies, aims and services.
Knowledge of automated systems with regard to library procedures and services. Knowledge of basic supervisory principles and practices.
Ability to perform library technical tasks and carry out assignments independently. Ability to establish and maintain good relationships with public and staff.
Ability to use and apply computer applications.
Ability to maintain discipline among patrons.
Ability to communicate clearly, orally and in writing.
Ability to work rotating schedules, including days, nights and weekends.
Programming Librarian II, position M2456, November 2023
This position supports the Programming section at Downtown Central Library, acting as assistant to the Programming Department supervisor, and may be called upon to supervise staff members and library volunteers as needed.
Acts as a coordinator for program scheduling and event management system. Collaborates with library and county administration, and partners with community members and organizations. Maintains awareness of library service trends, with emphasis on programming and events. Must possess the ability to work with clientele of various socioeconomic backgrounds. Assists in facilities management, handling maintenance, technology and security concerns.