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)
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
To apply for this position submit a completed City of Galax employment application, release form, resume’ and cover letter to City of Galax, Human Resources Director,
111 E. Grayson Street, Galax, VA 24333 or email to scarico@galaxva.com.
This position is open until filled. The City of Galax is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Library Assistant – Technical Services
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
General Definition of Work
Performs skilled administrative support work operating the circulation desk, providing assistance as needed in various sections of the library, assisting patrons in use of library equipment and locating library materials, preparing materials for circulation, maintaining records and files, and related work as apparent or assigned. Regional position, one day/week spent at the Carroll County Public Library. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the Regional Library Director and Assistant Director.
Qualification Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Essential Functions
· Greets visitors; answers telephone; receives and responds to requests for basic information.
· Assists patrons with location, selection, checking in and out of library materials; registers new patrons.
· Assists patrons in use of catalog, computer, printer, and copier.
· Maintains sufficient knowledge of available resources in print and non-print formats for reader's advisory suggestions; performs ready reference and other appropriate research, referring questions outside scope of knowledge and/or skill level to appropriate source.
· Sorts incoming materials; inspects materials for damage; reshelves material according to classification.
· Produces morning reports and retrieves titles available; assists with the preparation of intra-library transfers and reserve requests; notifies patrons when items are received.
· Accepts and accurately documents all incoming fees and fines; places in cash drawer.
· Serves as a passport acceptance agent.
· Receives and processes incoming mail.
· Assists with other tasks as assigned.
· Assists with processing new materials: checks invoice against merchandise; researches classification for possible call numbers, makes and attaches appropriate labels; stamps each item; barcodes each item; covers books with laminate or jacket covers; prepares list of new items for library staff and public.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
General knowledge of basic library procedures, methods and techniques; general knowledge of the library circulation functions; general knowledge of office procedures and records maintenance techniques; ability to exercise initiative and independent judgment; skill in the use of library equipment, materials and resources; ability to communicate ideas effectively, both orally and in writing; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with library patrons and associates. Attention to detail is essential.
Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Physical Requirements
This work requires the occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds of force; work regularly requires walking and using hands to finger, handle or feel, frequently requires speaking or hearing, stooping, kneeling, crouching or crawling and repetitive motions and occasionally requires standing, sitting, reaching with hands and arms, pushing or pulling and lifting; work has standard vision requirements; vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; work requires preparing and analyzing written or computer data, operating machines and observing general surroundings and activities; work has no exposure to environmental conditions; work is generally in a quiet location (e.g. library, private offices).
Special Requirements
None.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $27,040.00 - $39,458.00 per year
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Work Location: In person
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