JOB Under direction, to plan, organize, direct and control activities and operations of a Community Library in one of the cities served by the Santa Clara County Library System.
NOTE: Candidates who meet the employment standards will be invited to take an oral examination, tentatively scheduled for the week of July 27th. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
- Plans, organizes and directs the activities of the community library;
- Analyzes diverse and changing community interests and acts to ensure that all library collections and services are relevant, current and easily accessible to the community;
- Formulates short term and long range plans for library services in diverse communities;
- Analyzes library use and staffing and evaluates library services to ensure best use of resources;
- Initiates changes in collections, services and physical organization of the library's interior to meet evolving community needs;
- Develops and enhances library services based on individual community needs and current technology;
- Establishes, interprets and implements policies and procedures for the community library staff and patrons;
- Directs and coordinates a large, diverse staff, which include, management, professional and clerical employees;
- Selects, trains and evaluates supervisors of professional and clerical staff;
- Utilizes effective management and supervision techniques, develops goals and standards for, and participates in the training of library staff;
- Researches, gathers and analyzes information; prepares various reports;
- Represents, participates and provides input regarding the Community Library at various meetings;
- Manages and implements building security in coordination with local public safety agencies; Oversees building maintenance;
- Advises and consults with outside library fundraising groups in their budgeting process;
- Creates grant proposals and directs the implementation of grants received;
- Serves as the Community Library contact to vendors and contractors for library renovation or new construction, including needs assessment, building program, design development documents and plan checks;
- Prepares and makes presentations to local service and community groups regarding library services;
- Establishes and maintains cooperative relations with government agencies and services as the library contact for City and County departments and outside agencies;
- Conducts regular meetings with Library supervisors to ensure effective communication and community service;
- Analyzes County Library budget to determine annual personnel, materials and facilities allocated and monitors expenditures;
- Prepares and submits annual budget estimates;
- Participates in professional organizations, including professional conferences and workshops;
- Keeps apprised of current issues and trends in libraries, management and technology;
- May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker, as required;
- Performs related duties as required.
