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Adult & Teen Services Manager - Nichols Library
Naperville Public Library —Naperville, IL
- $75,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Bilingual
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Paid parental leave
- Health insurance
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- $95,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- 3 years
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuous improvement
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- Full-time
- Remote
- 3 years
- Mentoring
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Youth Services Collection Assistant Manager (Full-Time)
Glenview Public Library —Glenview, IL
- $63,000 - $65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Merchandising
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Vendor Manager, Publishing Operations
Public Library of Science —Chicago, IL
- $50,000 - $83,000 a year
- PRN
- Remote
- Travel
- Senior level
- Communication skills
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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Human Resources Manager (Union)
Niles-Maine District Library —Niles, IL
- $76,736 - $95,921 a year
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- Research
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- Bachelor's degree
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- Health insurance
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Phoenix Tree Publishing, Inc. —Chicago, IL
- From $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Adult & Teen Services Manager - Nichols Library

Naperville Public Library -
Naperville, IL

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Job Details

Full-time
$75,000 - $80,000 a year

Benefits

Paid parental leave
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Pension plan
Parental leave
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Bilingual
Statistics
Computer operation
Staff supervision
Strategic goal setting
Strategic management
Establishing local partnerships in a community engagement role
Team member evaluation
Microsoft Outlook
Information retrieval for reference services
Library event programming
Phone communication
Program development
Coaching
Job-specific skills training (staff training program)
Presentations for conferences or internal meetings
In-person customer service
Quality management
Performance feedback (performance evaluation method)
De-escalation techniques
Conflict de-escalation
Mid-level
Improving operational efficiency
Library collection selection
3 years
Change management
Team development
Hiring
Analysis skills
Professional development support

Full Job Description

If you enjoy working with a diverse population of adults and teens and are passionate about librarianship and serving the community, we'd like to hear from you! The Naperville Public Library is seeking an Adult & Teen Services Manager to join our team!

POSITION SUMMARY

The Adult & Teen Services Manager provides leadership and management for the operation, development, implementation, and evaluation of Adult & Teen Services. Oversees all related Adult Services activities, including but not limited to collection management, adult and teen programming, public use computers, reference services, and community partnerships. The Adult and Teen Services Manager ensures through collaboration consistent best practices across buildings and departments, working together cohesively toward shared goals.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Provides operational direction and hands-on leadership to the Adult & Teen Services Department. Ensures excellent public service and customer service.
Provides supervision, motivation, coaching, and discipline that leads to future success of staff. Hires and trains new staff.
Develops a high-performing team with a diverse set of skills and talents; encourages collaboration and knowledge sharing to foster a supportive environment.
Models best practice behavior in customer services, accountability, communication, collaboration, and adaptability; establishes clear expectations for staff.
Delegates work assignments, gives authority to work independently, sets expectations and monitors delegated activities.
Collaborates with Leadership Team to develop and implement goals and recommends changes to Adult and Teen Services Department.
Ensures the effectiveness of all Adult & Teen services, programming, and collection maintenance through ongoing evaluation to meet the changing needs of the community. Prepares statistics and reports for management review as needed.
Ensures staff develop the knowledge and skills to provide programs that support the needs of the community.
Oversees collection maintenance including selection recommendation, weeding, replacing and analyzing; collaborates with Collection Services and other departments to ensure the relevance, quality and effectiveness of Library materials to meet community needs.
Identifies and develops outreach and partnership opportunities within the community; encourages and supports staff participation at community events.
Functions as the lead in charge of all building issues while on duty as Person-In-Charge.
Observes safety and security procedures and ensures staff training.
Communicates regularly with the Director of Public Services.
Performs other related duties and special projects as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES

Excellent customer service skills; model these skills to all staff.
Strong leadership and team building skills; ability to motivate staff; encourages growth, recognizes skills, and fosters improvement when needed; provides and accepts regular performance feedback.
Ability to provide quality management through assessment, improvement, and follow through; applying technologies as needed to streamline processes and operational efficiencies.
Strong written and verbal skills; speaks clearly, demonstrates group presentation skills, and conducts productive meetings.
Proficient in relevant computer software programs including Microsoft Office and Outlook.
Strong interpersonal skills working effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, communication styles, abilities, and backgrounds.
Proactive self-starter with strong analytical skills and problem-solving abilities; identifying and resolving problems efficiently; gathering and analyzing information objectively and thoroughly.
Flexibility and change management skills to assist with organizational shifts in priorities.
Ability to make timely decisions and de-escalate conflict, exhibits sound and accurate judgment, remains calm in difficult situations.
Strategic planning and project management skills; develop effective and realistic action plans.
Communicates information regularly and effectively; managerial courage to communicate concerns and problems that need to be addressed.
Solid understanding of current technological trends

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS

Master of Library and Information Science degree (ALA accredited college/university). Candidates pursuing MLIS with comparable library and supervisory experience are encouraged to apply.
Management or supervisory experience in libraries or other fields preferred.
Minimum three years of library related experience.
Bilingual proficiency a plus.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT

Communicate with staff and customers in person, via email and over the phone.
May require either being in a stationary position or moving about for prolonged periods.
Moves equipment or library materials weighing up to 35 lbs.
Must have reliable means of transportation to attend meetings, conferences, and perform work in other location.

BENEFITS - In exchange for your time and talent, we offer a generous benefits package that includes:

Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
Annual Vacation Accrual: 5 weeks per year
Holidays: 7 days per year
Annual Sick Accrual: 12 days per year
Up to 5 personal days per calendar year prorated based on hire date
Illinois Municipal Retirement Fund (Pension Plan)
Basic life insurance
12 weeks paid parental leave policy
Tuition reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Training and development opportunities.

To learn more about us, go to https://www.naperville-lib.org/jobs and Diversity, Equity & Inclusion | Naperville Public Library, IL (naperville-lib.org)

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