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Library Circulation Manager

  • Library: Huntingdon Valley Library
  • Town: Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006
  • Library Type: Public
  • Position Type: MLS/Bachelors preferred
  • Deadline: Open until filled

Description, How to Apply, and Contact:

Description, How to Apply, and Contact:

Huntingdon Valley Library, located in Huntingdon Valley, PA, seeks a full-time Library Circulation Manager. Primary responsibilities are supervising and coordinating the general operation of circulation, acting as our MCLINC automation coordinator, and scheduling meeting room use.  The successful candidate will take the lead in maintaining a welcoming atmosphere in the library and resolve issues in a positive, effective manner.  Other responsibilities include coordinating technology implementation, supervising library assistants, and monitoring appropriate use of the facility.

The position is full time at 37.5 hours per week. Thursday evenings and some Saturdays are required.

Salary: $35,000 to $40,000, plus benefits.

Supervisory experience is strongly preferred.  A four-year college degree is preferred. Masters of Library Science preferred. General knowledge of library operations and materials, computers, and a desire to serve the public in a friendly, comfortable environment is preferred. Strong customer service, computer, and organizational skills are essential.  Ability to provide the following at the time of hire: Pennsylvania State Police Request for Criminal Records Check, Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse History Clearance, Federal Criminal History Record Information, and Completion of the PA State Mandated Reporter Training

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and library need.

Submit resume and cover letter to:

Mrs. Pam Dull

Director of Library Services

Huntingdon Valley Library
625 Red Lion Road
Huntingdon Valley, PA 19006

or by email in PDF form to pdull at mclinc.org

Full Job Description here

Position:  Circulation Manager

Reports to: Library Director

Primary Function: This position has primary responsibility for coordinating and overseeing the circulation, ILL activities of the library, and acts as our MCLINC Automation Coordinator for hardware and software support at the library.

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week with Thursday evening and some weekend hours included

Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and oversee the general operation of circulation and ILL activity
  • Take the lead in maintaining a welcoming atmosphere in the library and resolve issues in a positive, effective manner
  • Coordinate and manage use of the library’s meeting spaces with the Director
  • Interpret library policies to the public
  • Supervise circulation staff and screen applicants for vacancies
  • Oversee the processing of all materials including training and managing work performed by circulation staff and volunteers
  • Adult Volunteer Coordinator
  • Assist in drafting library procedures
  • Compile statistics for monthly report
  • Ability to add/remove computer applications
  • Ability to follow written instructions for technical tasks
  • Troubleshooting network connection problems
  • Acts as the library representative to MCLINC Automation Coordinators committee and Circulation Users Group.
  • Responsible for weekly deposits and reconciling cash register transactions.
  • Responsible for ordering office and work supplies
  • Fill in at public service desk as needed
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Director

Qualifications

  • A four-year college degree is preferred
  • Masters in Library Science preferred
  • Supervisory experience is strongly preferred
  • Commitment to quality customer service
  • Strong experience in Library technology
  • Successful applicant must have computer skills to adequately troubleshoot automated circulation systems, as well as word processing, database and spreadsheet programs
  • Understands and can set up, configure, and/or troubleshoot hardware using detailed directions
  • Ability in basic math computations and alphabetic and Dewey Decimal filing systems
  • Ability to plan and manage several projects simultaneously
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and work independently
  • Ability to communicate positively and effectively with the staff and public, including children
  • Ability to attend off site Circulation and MAC meetings at other MCLINC libraries
  • Ability to maintain professional appearance and behave in a manner appropriate to a public setting
  • Ability to provide the following at the time of hire: Pennsylvania State Police Request for Criminal Records Check, Department of Public Welfare Child Abuse History Clearance, Federal Criminal History Record Information, and Completion of the Pa State Mandated Reporter Training

Physical Qualifications

  • The physical demands to perform this job are the ability to talk and hear, use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects or controls, sit, stoop, kneel, crouch, and lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and office equipment.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.  Mobility is required to travel to meetings outside the library.
  • Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform this job.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and library need.