[Publib] Vacancy: Librarian V, Hamilton/South Caddo Branch Manager, Shreveport, LA

[Jennie Paxton]

SHREVE MEMORIAL LIBRARY


07/08-H/SC-9A

VACANCY NUMBER:  

 

REVISED, August 1, 2008

Librarian V, Branch Manager of the Hamilton/South Caddo Branch Library

Full-Time

 

SUMMARY:  Under administrative supervision, this is highly responsible
professional library work, which involves administering a Resource
Center Branch Library.  Performs related and other work as required.

 

REQUIRED TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Attainment of B.A. or B.S. from an accredited university/college;
attainment of a graduate degree in Library and/or Information Science
from an ALA-accredited university; at least 3 years of full-time,
professional (position requiring MLS) experience including supervisory
experience.

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

            Comprehensive knowledge of: (1) professional library
principles and practices; (2) public library functions, facilities, and
operations; (3) patron needs and library services to meet those needs;
(4) standard library automated system modules; (5) electronic and
printed materials, resources and databases.

            Demonstrated ability to: (1) plan, organize and implement
complex operations and long-range projects; (2) establish and maintain
effective working relationships with administrators, department heads,
other employees and the public; (3) supervise, train, and evaluate
support staff; (4) communicate effectively, orally and in writing, to
groups and individuals; (5) be proficient on the computer with various
software.

 

GENERAL DUTIES

*	Coordinates, directs, and supervises the work of the
Hamilton/South Caddo branch. 
*	Supervises, evaluates, and trains three full-time department
heads who supervise twenty-one other full-time and part-time staff under
the direction of the Branch Manager. 
*	Schedules substitutes as needed; recommends staffing needs and
changes. 
*	May read reviews and offer suggestions to Collection Development
staff on selection of library materials. 
*	Works closely with branch staff in the development of programs
for the public.  Advises the reference Librarian in development of
computer training programs for the public; advises the Children's
Librarian in planning and implementing programs such as Summer Reading
club and/or preschool programs. 
*	Instructs school classes in the use of library facilities and
standard reference tools; gives book talks and book reviews to school
classes and civic groups; conducts outreach programs for the community
if needed. 
*	Performs reference/readers' advisory and circulation duties as
required. 
*	Keeps up with the technological advances in the library field
and evaluates the furniture and equipment needs of the library. 
*	Keeps detailed records, with assistance from the three
department heads. 
*	Attends system-wide meetings/workshops, etc. 
*	Oversees facility management. 
*	Responds to after-hours security system callas at the library
branch. 
*	Performs other necessary duties as required.

 

PRESENT SCHEDULE [subject to change without notice]

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

Will work some Sundays on a rotational basis, serving as Branch
Supervisor.

 




THE LIBRARY

Shreve Memorial Library System is one of the largest public library
systems in Louisiana, with twenty-one branches and one bookmobile.  The
library system has a combined holdings of over 665,000 items and an
annual budget which exceeds $10,500,000.  Circulation for 2006 was more
than 1,236,000 (collect of 665,000+ items).  The library has a staff of
224 (72.5 FTE).  The library implemented a new automated system, SIRSI,
in April 2003.

 

THE AREA

Shreveport (and sister city Bossier City) are two progressive cities in
Northwest Louisiana steeped in Southern style.  Shreveport and Bossier
City are rich in attractions, festivals, cultural activities and fine
food.  Shreveport-Bossier serves as the trade and cultural center of the
200-mile radium extending into Arkansas, Louisiana and Texas, known as
the Ark-La-Tex.  Some of the attractions include horse racing from
Louisiana Downs, one of the national's largest thoroughbred racetracks,
the American Rose Center, North America's largest park dedicated to the
rose, theater, ballet, opera, a symphony, museums, outdoor recreation at
local lakes and parks, five dockside river boat casinos with
entertainment districts on both sides of the Red River, a variety of
festivals year-round, and family attractions including a Sci-Port
Discovery Center and IMAX theater and a water-park.  With a low cost of
living, Shreveport is a desirable place to live.
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BENEFITS

12 days vacation/year (with increases every other year), 11 paid
holidays/year + 1 personal day, 15 days sick leave/year.  Medical,
dental and life insurance; library pays 60% of employee's and
dependents' insurance premiums.  Excellent retirement system with the
City of Shreveport.  Tuition reimbursement available, after one year of
employment.  Good library support for continuing education and
attendance at conference.

 

APPLICATION DEADLINE

Review of resumes will begin immediately and resumes will be accepted
until the position is filled.

 

STARTING DATE

Two weeks after selection

 

SALARY

$4438/month + benefits

 

CONTACT:    A Shreve Memorial Library application must be submitted to
be considered for a position; applications are available at all SML
locations.  Send application to Jennie Paxton, Human Resources
Coordinator, Shreve Memorial Library, P.O. Box 21523, Shreveport, LA
71120-1523.  

 

Contact Cindy Ortego (318) 226-5881 or Bandana Mukherjee (318) 226-4974,
if you have questions regarding the position.  A criminal background
check and a drug screening are part of the pre-hire process.  .  We do
not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age,
national origin or non-job related disability.  Our facilities are
non-smoking.


 
October 3, 2007, revised January 2, 2008, Revised August 1, 2008

 
 
Jennie Paxton
HR Coordinator