[Posted 2009.4. 10]

San Mateo County Library
Library Services Manager

The San Mateo County Library is offering a challenging career opportunity for an exceptionally qualified and motivated individual to fill the position of Library Services Manager, Library Experience. The Library Services Manager position is responsible for implementing the Library’s Service Model as well as planning, organizing and managing public library programs and services system-wide. This senior management position receives general direction from the Library Director and Assistant Director and is a member of the Library’s Management Team.

We are currently offering an opportunity for qualified managers to join a progressive, future-oriented team of library professionals. We are looking for enthusiastic, committed, energetic and flexible individuals for a busy public library system. Candidates need to be highly effective in diverse settings and proactively seek opportunities to make library services relevant to multi-cultural communities. The successful candidate is excited about new challenges and is effective in communicating with people from a variety of backgrounds.

Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidates will have the ability to:

Visualize, design and deliver non-traditional and innovative library services that meet the needs of the community;
Develop and direct the implementation and achievement of program goals, objectives, policies and procedures;
Assist in library administration including preparing and administering a budget and monitor program cost effectiveness;
Develop strategy, resolve day-to-day operational issues, and assist in the achievement of the Library’s Vision;
Assess needs and implement library programs to meet the needs of the public and other organizations and partners;
Research, analyze, and evaluate new service delivery methods and techniques;
Establish standards of performance and appropriate workload criteria for community libraries;
Lead and manage major strategic initiatives for the system;
Inspire, motivate, and mentor others;
Problem solve using a collaborative and teamwork approach;
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, (speaking ability in another language is strongly preferred) and make public presentations.
Qualifications

Completion of a Master’s degree in Library Science or recognized equivalent degree, from an American Library Association accredited college or university is required.

In addition, the successful candidates must have the knowledge and skills necessary to perform the role identified in the description of the position.

A typical way to qualify for Library Services Manager is four years of increasingly responsible professional library experience, including one year of supervisory responsibility.

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