Circulation Supervisor
New Haven Free Public Library
Job posted to this site on February 14th at 5:50pm
Application Deadline: February 25th 2024
Full Time
Job Description
This position requires a Master’s Degree in Information Science, Information Management, Education, Business Administration, or a related field and a minimum 3 years of supervisory experience in a professional, customer service driven environment, and the following knowledge, abilities and skills. Those candidates with a MLIS from an ALA-Accredited institution are welcome to apply. In lieu of college degree, 6 additional years of experience in a related field may be substituted.
Rate of Pay: Within Local 3144 Range 9: $66,542 – $77,317 annualized
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours/week | Click here to view Medical Benefits.
Are you passionate about promoting literacy and engaging communities through library services? We are seeking a dedicated Circulation Supervisor to lead the efficient operation of our main library’s circulation department. As a pivotal member of our team, you will oversee the management of our automated circulation and patron registration system, implementing strategic initiatives to enhance library usage and accessibility. If you possess strong leadership skills, a commitment to customer service excellence, and a desire to make a positive impact in our community, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
This is a professional position managing the Library’s automated circulation and patron registration system and the supervision of the overall operations of the circulation department at the Ives Main Library. Under the direction of a Public Services Administrator, this role plans for the technical development of circulation and systems-related functions, establishes procedures and policies.
This also supervises staff in the maintenance and public engagement assigned circulation-related functions. This includes the use of displays, lists, programs, and outreach designed to increase membership of the library and circulation of library materials. Work is reviewed through scheduled check-ins and observation of results.
All Library positions serve a diverse population, including a substantial Spanish-speaking community. Spanish/English bilingual candidates are encouraged to apply.
This is a General Fund, “Non Tested” position. This position is included in a collective bargaining agreement with Local 3144, American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees; the salary is within Local 3144, Range 9. Bargaining agreements available to review HERE. General Funded hires into this class are not covered by Social Security and will not pay Social Security taxes. They instead participate in the City Pension; the employee contribution rate is 10% of pay.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of: (1) a pre-employment background check, and (2) a pre-employment drug screening in accordance with the City’s Drug Free Workplace Policy*. Instructions and information on this pre-employment process are included in Conditional Offer of Employment. Pursuant to the Federal Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988, The City of New Haven has a adopted a Drug Free Workplace Policy. The City of New Haven requires a pre-employment drug test, which includes screening for marijuana.
Location
New Haven Free Public Library, 133, Elm Street, Downtown, New Haven, South Central Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut, 06510, United StatesCompensation
$66,542 - $77,317 yearly