Library - FT Reference Support Staff Supervisor Central Library
Library - FT Reference Support Staff Supervisor Central Library
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USD 37585 - 37585
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General Summary
JeffersonMadison Regional Libraryis seeking candidates to be considered for the position ofSupport Staff Supervisorfor the Central Librarywho are highly motivated and who support JMRLs Mission Statement to foster personal growth and lifelong learning for all by connecting people with ideas information and each other.
The preferred starting salary for this position is $18.07 hourly $37585.60 annually). Starting offer is based on applicable education experience and internal equity. This is a fulltime nonexempt position which provides excellent benefits including 13 paid holidays plus paid vacation and sick leave health insurance options with employer contribution employerpaid life insurance Citys retirement options gym membership reimbursement and continuing education/training opportunities.- For a general summary of benefits offered by the City please click the benefits tab on this posting or visit City of Charlottesville manages its own retirement systemand does not participate in VRS; however the City has a Portability Agreement with VRS and there are certain provisions that must be met. If questions pertaining to the Portability Agreement please contact the Citys Benefits Administrator at.
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Note: This job opportunity is advertised with a closing date of Continuous. If interested in being considered an application should be submitted as soon as possible. Applications will be evaluated on a continuous basis. Interviews will be conducted as soon as possible during the recruitment with candidates who are best qualified. Applications may no longer be considered once a candidate to fill the position is identified. This job announcement will close when the position(s) have been filled and may close at any time.Essential Responsibilities and Duties
To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations will be considered to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential functions of the job are not limited to those listed in the job description. The JMRL retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.
Duties may vary based on assigned branch:- Provides general reference services to patrons at a public service desk.
- Supervises coaches trains motivates and evaluates the performance of staff and volunteers; interviews selects assigns work and administers disciplinary action to subordinate employees in accordance with established personnel policy and procedures. Establishes professional standards for work quality quantity performance and accountability.
- Assists in collection management evaluating materials for condition timeliness usage etc. Makes recommendations for items to be removed as needed.
- May manage and process interlibrary loans (ILL) for locations across JMRL. May maintain procedures manual and trains ILL staff at other branches. Collects and reports monthly statistics.
- May plan promote and conduct high quality library programing.
- Assists patrons using computers other library technology and provides technology tutorials.
- Answers patrons questions and makes Readers Advisory recommendations.
- Oversees checking in and distribution of mail.
- Oversees processing and maintenance of periodicals and newspaper.
- Works a flexible schedule that includes days evenings and weekends.
- May fill in at multiple service desks as needed.
- May occasionally serve as department/branch manager in their absence or as needed.
- Responsible for appropriate use and maintenance of JMRL equipment tools and other resources including work time.
- Regular and reliable attendance.
- Performs additional duties to support operational requirements as apparent or assigned.
Education Experience and Skills
Education and Experience:Candidates may qualify by demonstrating the required knowledge and skills outlined for the job through experience(s) other than formal education.
- Bachelors degree and supervisory experience including evaluating hiring disciplining and scheduling.
OR- Associates degree and 2 years of supervisory experience including evaluating hiring disciplining and scheduling.
OR- High School diploma or GED and 4years of supervisory experience including evaluating hiring disciplining and scheduling.
OR- An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered in lieu of the specific requirements listed above.
- Knowledge of library practices particularly shelving.
- Previous library experience.
- Required to successfully pass a preemployment background check.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS ABILITIES AND OTHER CHARACTERISTICS:
Job Knowledge:- Knowledge of computer applications and Internet searching skills.
- Knowledge of and ability to use librarys print electronic resources and other library equipment.
- Knowledge of and ability to follow library policies and procedures associated with public services such as the Internet meeting rooms displays food and cell phone use etc.
- Intermediate: Ability to read and understand written materials such as newspapers technical journals multistep instruction manuals and reference materials.
- Intermediate: Ability to write reports prepare materials such as business letters explanations and summaries with proper format punctuation spelling and grammar using all parts of speech.
- Intermediate: Ability to work with and understand number systems; simple formulas practical application of fractions percentages ratios/proportions and measurement.
- Intermediate: Provide and receive complex information. May include interactions that involve stressful negative situations requiring significant tact and the ability to diffuse aggressive behavior and reach consensus. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and understanding. Establishes and maintains effective working relationships with JMRL staff leaders and the public.
- Requires Limited Direction: Normally completes work according to their own judgment requesting supervisory assistance occasionally. Manages special projects with little oversight and assignments may be reviewed upon completion. Performance reviewed periodically.
- Skilled: Comprehensive practical knowledge of a technical field with use of analytical judgment and decisionmaking abilities appropriate to the assigned and apparent job responsibilities. Intermediate skill in Microsoft Office applications and/or departmental software.
- No budgetary/fiscal responsibilities.
- Supervises and monitors performance for a regular group of employees or department. Provides input on hiring discipline work objectives/goals performance evaluation and work assignments.
- Strong public service orientation.
- Frequent change of tasks.
- Performs multiple tasks simultaneously.
- May require dealing with angry frustrated and/or upset individuals.
Physical Conditions & Additional Information
Physical Demands:
- Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 25 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects.
- Work requires pushing/pulling standing for extended periods stooping bending and carrying.
- Must be able to communicate information and ideas so others will understand. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
- Ability to observe details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
- Typically requires use of standard office equipment and telephone and related software and hardware uses book trucks carts and bins and any other equipment as appropriate or as assigned.
- Work is performed in office environment where there may be exposure to computer screen for extended periods of time monitor glare and dust.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.
The City of Charlottesville is an Equal Opportunity Employer and supports workforce diversity at all levels of the organization. The City prohibits discrimination on the basis of race color creed religion national origin ancestry citizenship status age sex or gender (including pregnancy childbirth and pregnancyrelated conditions) gender identity or expression (including transgender status) sexual orientation marital status military service and veteran status physical or mental disability genetic information or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. The City is dedicated to this with respect to recruitment hiring placement promotion transfer training compensation benefits employee activities access to facilities and programs and general treatment during employment.
Requests for reasonable accommodation by individuals with disabilities may be requested by contacting Human Resources ator .
The City of Charlottesville conducts job related background checks reference checks and preemployment drug tests in accordance with federal state and local law of applicants who reach the final stages of the employment selection Citys policy has not changed because of the decriminalization of in the Commonwealth of Virginia. remains an illegal drug under federal law and it continues to be a violation of the US Department of Transportation regulations and the Citys policy prohibiting employees from testing positive for .
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
