Library Services Manager jobs in Bowling Green, KY

Department: Public Services

Classification: Librarian

Reports To: Central Library Leader

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Certification: LC4 or higher

Benefits: Full

Schedule: 40 hours per week (3 Days/2 Evenings with rotating weekends). Non negotiable

Typical Responsibilities of Position

50% Customer Engagement/Assistance

10% Readers Advisory/Reference

10% Information Literacy/Programming

10% Input and Advisory in Collection Development/Weeding

10% Non-Scheduled Activities (committee service, conferences, professional development)

10% Other Duties as Assigned by Central Library Leader

Examples of Work Performed

• Assists with organization and execution of library services and programs in an area of responsibility such as information services, interlibrary loan, teen or adult services.
• Assists in the development of the library collection, making recommendations for purchases utilizing circulation statistics, professional resources, patron suggestions and preview titles.
• Monitors technology trends in the library providing input to enhance the user’s experience and stream line staff workflows.
• Assists in the team development of best practices, creating procedures and tools for cross training library staff.
• Assists in the planning/presentation of library events.
• Engage in outreach activities promoting library initiatives.
• Monitors accuracy of the public catalog, reporting corrections and enhancements.
• Monitor and evaluate emerging technology, databases, applications, personal digital devices, social media, and library programming trends.
• Provides public service assistance, including reference reader’s advisory.
• Provides public service at any public service desk or point of contact.
• Carries out library policies and procedures.
• Assists monthly with the compiling and analyzing of statistical information for the library.
• Serves on professional and library system committees as assigned and/or approved by leader.
• Responsible for maintaining state library certification.
• Will engage in professional development.
• Will work collaboratively with leadership to grow and expand job engagement and responsibilities.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to provide excellent customer service and engagement.
• Proven demonstrated ability to effectively conduct reference interview.
• Ability to gather, analyze and respond to statistics.
• Strong writing abilities in various forms of communication.
• Self-motivated and goal oriented relating to strategic initiatives.
• Proven ability to problem solve an identify opportunities for growth and change to enhance patron experience.
• Proficiency in understanding cataloging/classification utilizing an ILS system.
• Ability to plan, organize and carry out a program.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of library information.
• Ability to use technology and software such as Microsoft Office, integrated library systems, and digital reference tools and databases.
• Strong understanding or willingness to learn various digital platforms to provide patron assistance.
• Ability to work independently, organize and prioritize job responsibilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to maintain and foster cooperative and courteous working relationships.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Adaptability and flexibility.

Experience and Qualifications

How to Apply: Candidates should submit letter of interest, resume and minimum of three (3) professional references. Materials may be sent to Floyd County Library, Attn: Sandra Fortner, 180 W. Spring St., New Albany, IN 47150 or sfortner@nafclibrary.org. Position open until filled.