Branch Manager - Meramec Valley Branch

The Meramec Valley Branch is seeking a full time Branch Manager to supervise the operation and maintenance of the branch to provide quality Library service to all Library customers.

The mission of the St. Louis County Library is to provide the resources and services to enrich individual minds, enhance lives and expand perspectives. SLCL is an award winning library system with branches throughout St. Louis County. We have transformed into a meaningful community resource with updated facilities and an array of programs and partnerships that serve over 860,000 patrons.Salary: $77,512.00Hours: Monday - Friday; two evenings per weekOne Saturday and Sunday per month

Essential Responsibilities:

Supervises staff to ensure the smooth operation of the branch.Coordinates the maintenance of the branch building and grounds to provide a clean and safe environment for Library customers and staff.Plans, develops, and facilitates programming, or supervises this activity, to respond to the needs of the community.Monitors, maintains, and organizes the collection to respond to the unique needs of the community.Interprets policy and procedures, and participates in administrative functions to connect the branch to the system.Provides assistance to customers to ensure quality service.

Job Qualifications:

Master's Degree in Library ScienceTwo-three years previous work experience in a supervisory capacity within a libraryAbility to supervise, train, and motivate staffMust possess a commitment to a high level of public service to Library customersMust possess good judgment, analytical, and problem solving skillsMust possess excellent communication and organization skillsAbility to work effectively with other Library managers in a professional manner

Benefits:

Paid Vacation and Sick Leave, Paid HolidaysPaid Parental LeaveDomestic Violence Leave PolicyEmployee Assistance ProgramMedical, Dental, VisionLibrary-Funded Pension PlanLife InsuranceDeferred Compensation (457 Plan)Flexible Spending Account (FSA)Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)Tuition Reimbursement

Physical and Mental Requirements:

Ability to operate a motor vehicleAbility to stand up to 8 hours per shiftAbility to lift a minimum of 25 lbs.Ability to concentrate on multiple tasks simultaneously in busy atmosphere with continual interruptionsAbility to think creatively to solve problems and improve serviceAbility to deal sensitively and tactfully with customers and staffAbility to operate various types of Library equipmentAbility to use electronic hardware and softwareAbility to push a full cart of books or other Library materialsAbility to bend to very low shelves or reach to very high shelves when retrieving Library materialsAbility to use a pc, word processing and e-mail