Library Services Director jobs in Albany, OR

Library Services Director supervises, maintains, and enhances policies and procedures for a library. Oversees professional and support staff involved in cataloging, indexing, issuing books/materials, and keeping records of items on loan. Being a Library Services Director selects books and publications for purchase and subscribes to pertinent periodicals as allowed for by the given budget. Requires master's of library and information science from an ALA-accredited school. Additionally, Library Services Director typically reports to top management. The Library Services Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Library Services Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Library Services Supervisor
  • City of Happy Valley
  • Happy Valley, OR FULL_TIME
  • The Happy Valley Library is looking for a Library Services Supervisor to join our team. We are seeking a qualified candidate who is a strong communicator, hands on, collaborative, energetic, and experienced in serving a diverse community—someone who is confident and comfortable in youth, teen, and adult services. With our expansion set to open in the fall of this year, the successful candidate must be ready to jump in and help us tackle scheduling, room use, and updating policies and procedures with an eye on the future. This position will have regular reference desk shifts in both the youth and adult areas. Additionally, it will involve working one evening and one weekend day a week and may be called upon to work a varied schedule. The schedule will be 9:30am-6pm Sunday to Thursday, the evening shift 11:30am-8pm can be either Tuesdays or Wednesdays.

    The Happy Valley Library is the community living room. It serves more than 25,000 visitors and circulates almost 60,000 books each month, as part of the LINCC network of libraries.  The library circulates more youth materials and foreign language items than any other branch in Clackamas County. We also offer a wide range of diverse programming for all ages. 

    About Happy Valley:
     Happy Valley is known for Its wonderful neighborhoods that have an abundance of parks, open spaces, and meandering trails. Our residents take great pride in the community and come together throughout the years at an annual Fun Run, summer concert series, 4th of July Festival, Harvest Fest, Tree lighting and many other community-driven events. As the community grows, we're building a city where family-friendly neighborhoods meet a world-class economy. Happy Valley's business community is rapidly emerging, creating vibrant centers throughout town.
     
     Happy Valley is looking to the future. Once a small community in as recently as the early 2000s, the City has rapidly developed toward being a medium-sized City for the Clackamas County area and there is a lot changing in the community and in our organization. Happy Valley has the vision and heart to be a leader in the region.
     
     As an employer, the City of Happy Valley strives to provide a collaborative working environment that allows access to all city employees, across all departments. We maintain a current technological platform for our staff to provide the most efficient services to our residents and business owners.
     
     Come and join us as we serve this great community together!   

    GENERAL PURPOSE
    Under the general direction of the Library Director, hires and supervises librarians and other library professionals; prepares performance evaluations; recommends and administers progressive discipline; conducts and/or facilitates staff training and development programs; promotes cooperative team efforts among staff and with other City departments; motivates employees to provide quality service to citizens; provides journey level professional library services, may provide backup for circulation.  Works closely with the Library Operations Supervisor and is their backup. May act in the capacity of the Director in their absence.
     
    DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
    The Library Services Supervisor is distinguished from the Library Operations Supervisor by focusing primarily on the supervision of library services staff, work scheduling, working closely with the development of the library collection and selecting library materials.
     
    The Library Services Supervisor reports to the Library Director. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    Any one position in this class may not perform all the duties listed below, nor do the listed examples of duties include all similar and related duties that may be assigned to this class.
     
    1. Manages library services related activities and programs.
    2. Develops and implements appropriate procedures and training programs.
    3. Schedules personnel for adequate coverage and effective customer service.
    4. May lead or coordinate the development of the library collection; reviews and evaluates new publications and patron requests for acquisition.
    5. Selects materials for purchase; rotates collection; evaluates print and non-print donations for suitability; removes items from collection as warranted.
    6. Promotes library patronage through planning and implementing service programs and marketing strategies.
    7. Develops and recommends library services enhancements.
    8. Coordinates activities with staff including scheduling and facilitation of library staff meetings.
    9. Assists Library Director in library administration; assists in planning and development of goals, objectives and standards, recommends; implements and/or interprets policies.
    10. Participates in professional and community organizations, meetings and task forces; responds to inquiries and complaints about service issues and book selection.
    11. Acts as a liaison between City departments and the Library Department. 
    12. Performs training, guidance, and supervision to assigned staff.
    13. Serves as building supervisor. Maintains positive public relations with customers and is responsive to customer needs.
    14. Represents Library Director and manages library in the absence of the Director; represents library at meetings.
    15. Assist and support the City to identify and provide services to all members of the community and remove barriers to those services.
    16. Performs other duties as assigned. 
     MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
     
    Knowledge of:
     
    • Principles and practices of librarianship including cataloguing, reference and bibliography.
    • Library facilities and services.
    • Library programs and their relationship to community needs.
    • Promotions and marketing.
    • Principles of library organization and administration. 
    • Standard books, periodicals, reference, bibliographic works and their general contents. 
    • Concepts and techniques for prioritizing and organizing work.
    • Principles and techniques of supervising assigned staff and training new staff.
    • Office administrative practices and procedures, including recordkeeping and filing practices and procedures.
    • Principles and practices of sound business communication; proper English usage, including spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
    • Basic functions of public agencies, including the role and responsibilities of a public entity.
    • Computer equipment and uses of word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, library database and other software.
    • Techniques for providing a high level of customer service to public and City staff, in person, in writing and over the telephone.
    • Regulations, statutes, procedures, and policies as applicable to assigned City operations, or ability to learn within a reasonable period of time.
    • Leadership practices. 
     
    Ability to:
     
    • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
    • Develop and maintain contemporary library collection and public service programs within fiscal limitations.
    • Plan and implement comprehensive library programs which stimulate public interest and meet community needs.
    • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, City personnel and representatives from other libraries, the business community and citizen groups.
    • Effectively supervise, provide guidance and direction to team members.  
    • Make decisions based on regulations and established policies and procedures.
    • Work independently, quickly, and accurately with close attention to detail in an atmosphere of frequent interruptions and changing priorities.
    • Maintain confidentiality.
    • Operate a computer and word processing software and other standard office equipment.
    • Manage multiple and rapidly changing priorities.
    • Organize, set priorities and utilize sound independent judgment within areas of responsibility.
    • Compose correspondence, prepare documents and make arrangements from brief instructions.
    • Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
    • Comprehend and use English effectively including producing all forms of communication in a clear, concise, and understandable manner to intended audiences.
    • Work collaboratively with people from all backgrounds. 
     
    Training and Experience:
    A typical way of obtaining the knowledge, skills and abilities outlined above is graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent; a Master's Degree in Library Science (MLS or MLIS); and five years of increasingly responsible library experience; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. A minimum of five years of public librarian experience preferred.
     
     
    Licenses; Certificates; Special Requirements:
    • A valid state driver's license with an acceptable driving record is desired. 
    • Requires Microsoft Office proficiency.  
    • Supervisory or Lead experience preferred. 
    WORKING CONDITIONS
    The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.  
    • Works primarily in an office environment. 
    • Works under tight and/or conflicting deadlines and priorities. 
    • Requires the ability to perform efficiently and effectively under pressure.
    • Occasionally deals with distraught or difficult individuals. 
    • This position requires mobility.
    • Occasionally lifts and moves heavy boxes of materials weighing up to 30 pounds. 
    • Manual dexterity and coordination are required over 90% of the work period while operating equipment such as computers and other standard office equipment.
    • Occasional attendance required at City Counsel, Library Board and other meetings in the evening. 
    • Occasional travel to attend meetings, trainings, public presentations and pick up and deliver supplies. 
    • Work schedule may include holiday, weekend and/or evening hours as early as 7:30 am and as late as 8:15 pm.
     
    Reasonable accommodations will be evaluated on an individual basis and depend, in part, on the specific requirement for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the City to accommodate the limitation.
      
    Pre-Employment Requirements
    • Reference Checks 
    • Background Check 
    • Driving Record 

    How to Apply
    To be considered for this employment opportunity complete the online application and submit:
    • Resume
    • Cover letter

      Any offer of employment would be contingent upon a criminal background check, driving record check, drug test and positive references. Happy Valley is an equal opportunity and at will employer.
       
      The City of Happy Valley provides Veteran's Preference to those candidates that identify themselves as a Veteran of the United States Armed Forces and provides a legible copy of their DD214 or DD215, and Veteran Affairs letter of disability if applicable, with their application materials.

      Please send questions about this position or selection process to Ivy Markesino, Human Resources Director at 503-886-8426 or       imarkesino@happyvalleyor.gov. 

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Director of Nursing Services - RN - Avamere Rehabilitation of Lebanon
  • Avamere Health Services, LLC
  • Lebanon, OR FULL_TIME
  • Director of Nursing Services (RN): Status: Full-time Position Type: Salaried Location: Avamere Rehabilitation of Lebanon - 350 S 8th Street, Lebanon, OR 97355 Employee Perks: Tuition assistance Mentor...
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Clinical Services Director & Infection Control Officer
  • Northwest Human Services, Inc.
  • Salem, OR FULL_TIME
  • Northwest Human Services is a non-profit leader in providing advocacy, quality healthcare and social services in Marion and Polk counties since 1970. We are a mission focused organization providing co...
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Nurse Director of Perioperative Services
  • Clinical Management Consultants
  • Albany, OR FULL_TIME
  • A renowned, 70 patient bed medical center in Oregon is seeking a Nurse Director ofPerioperative Services to join their team. This medical center is affiliated with a prominent healthcare system that h...
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Health Services Director (RN)
  • Vineyard Heights Assisted Living
  • McMinnville, OR FULL_TIME
  • *$5,000 Sign-On Bonus* Are you looking for a new best friend, card-game companion, or gardening guru? Then consider working with one of our light, bright, and beautiful Assisted Living and Memory Care...
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LPN- Health Services Director
  • McMinnville Memory Care
  • McMinnville, OR FULL_TIME
  • Licensed Practical Nurse We offer competitive salary, full benefits package, Paid Time Off, and opportunities for professional growth. General Description of the position: The Director of Health Servi...
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  • Marriott
  • Salem, OR
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  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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GOVERNMENT RELATIONS SPECIALIST
  • Oregon School Employees Association
  • Salem, OR
  • OREGON SCHOOL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION (OSEA) JOB ANNOUNCEMENT FOR GOVERNMENT RELATIONS SPECIALIST The Oregon School Employ...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Manager, Development Marketing - Client Services
  • Marriott
  • Salem, OR
  • Job Number 24050646Job Category Development & FeasibilityLocation Marriott International HQ, 7750 Wisconsin Avenue, Beth...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Internal Revenue Agent (Examination Analyst - Examiner) 12 MONTH ROSTER - AMENDED
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Salem, OR
  • Duties WHAT IS THE SMALL BUSINESS/SELF EMPLOYED (SBSE) DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: ht...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Internal Revenue Agent Senior Revenue Agent (Examiner) (12 MONTH ROSTER)
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Salem, OR
  • Duties WHAT IS THE LARGE BUSINESS AND INTERNATIONAL ACTIVITIESDIVISION? A description of the business units can be found...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Internal Revenue Agent (Senior Revenue Agent (Examiner) -12 MONTH ROSTER
  • Department Of The Treasury
  • Salem, OR
  • Duties WHAT IS THE SBSE - SMALL BUSINESS SELF EMPLOYED DIVISION? A description of the business units can be found at: ht...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Assistant Professor of Practice: Organic Grains & Pulses Specialist
  • Oregon State University
  • Corvallis, OR
  • Position Details Position Information Department Crop and Soil Science (ACS) Position Title Assistant Professor (Practic...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
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Assistant Professor of Practice: Organic Agricultural Soil Management Specialist
  • Oregon State University
  • Corvallis, OR
  • Position Details Position Information Department Crop and Soil Science (ACS) Position Title Assistant Professor (Practic...
  • 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
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About Albany, Oregon

Albany is the county seat of Linn County, and the 11th largest city in the State of Oregon. Albany is located in the Willamette Valley at the confluence of the Calapooia River and the Willamette River in both Linn and Benton counties, just east of Corvallis and south of Salem. It is predominantly a farming and manufacturing city that settlers founded around 1848. As of the 2010 United States Census, the population of Albany was 50,158. Its population was estimated by the Portland Research Center to be 51,583 in 2013. Albany has a home rule charter, a council–manager government, and a full-ti...
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Supervises the maintenance of the physical plant. Maintains current knowledge of new developments in the library field.  Initiates plans, develops and implements records and report systems and schedules.  Supervisory authority Directly supervises 5 FTE Special working conditions Duties are performed indoors in office environment.
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