Location: Haymarket,VA, USA
Prince William Public Libraries is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Information Services Manager to join our team at the Haymarket Gainesville Library. Our library serves a busy and vibrant community, which also provides opportunities for innovation. The ideal candidate will have a passion for public service, excellent organizational skills, and can guide a team using collaborative efforts.
About This Role:
* Assists in managing daily operations, including staff scheduling, training, and supervision.
* Ensures exceptional customer service by addressing patron inquiries, resolving issues, and promoting a welcoming environment.
* Coordinates and supports library programs and events, ensuring they meet community needs and interests.
* Oversees the maintenance and organization of library collections, ensuring materials are accessible and up-to-date.
* Helps to develop and implement policies and procedures to improve efficiency and service quality.
* Assists with budget management, including monitoring expenditures and assisting with financial planning.
* Collaborates with community organizations, schools, and other stakeholders to enhance library services and outreach efforts.
* Steps in for the Branch Manager in their absence, ensuring continuity of leadership and operations.
* May serve as a passport acceptance agent.
Minimum Requirements:
* Master's degree in library science
* Minimum of 2 years of experience in a public library, to include 1 year in a supervisory role.
Preferences:
Public Library experience
Experience planning and implementing library programs for all ages
Supervisory experience to include scheduling, training and personnel management.
Experience developing and implementing library programming for all ages.
Experience providing excellent customer service including policy interpretation, helping visitors, and writing incident reports.
Experience with collection management.
Experience managing a facility to include opening/closing a building and submitting maintenance requests as needed.
Special Requirements:
The position may require travel to other branches within the system. A DMV check will be conducted for employees who drive while on County business.
Work Schedule:
This is a full-time, exempt 37.5 hours per week position. Hours are scheduled at Haymarket Gainesville Library Monday through Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and Thursday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The schedule includes days, one evening per week, and alternating Saturdays as assigned. Scheduling flexibility is imperative. Schedule may vary depending on the needs of the library.
Starting Salary Range:
$82,777.50 - $139,288.50 Annually
Full time positions with Prince William County Government qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness. Learn more at Student Loan Forgiveness | Federal Student Aid.
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