EXCITING OPPORTUNITY! Branch Head Librarian-Lakeville

The Great Neck Library is seeking a Branch Librarian to head the thriving Lakeville Branch of the Great Neck Library.  Excellent interpersonal, communication and professional skills are a must in this intensely active facility. This is a union position that reports to the Assistant Director.

Skills, Qualifications & Experience Required:

• Thorough knowledge of library service techniques, administrative practices, and materials selection
• Ability to grasp users’ needs quickly and accurately
• Ability to inspire and supervise library staff
• Ability to analyze situations, and make suggestions for the improvement of service
• Ability to utilize and recommend materials in a variety of formats (print, electronic, media)
• Experience working with computers and Microsoft Office programs
• Well versed in ILS systems such as Sierra and any other computers programs used in a library setting.
• Oversee all aspects of branch operations
• Develop, deliver and continually evaluate and improve branch services
• Supervise, train, motivate, schedule and evaluate all branch employees; guide staff toward the highest standards of customer service
• Take lead role in providing reference and readers’ advisory services to customers
• Maintain effective working partnerships with schools, community groups, etc.
• Supervise money collection, including its safe-keeping and appropriate delivery to the Business Office

• Work with other staff to plan and conduct branch activities and programs
• Oversee building and property management functions, communicating any needs or problems to the appropriate person(s)
• Participate in developing the branch collection development including adding and deleting of all formats of materials
• Implement and interpret library policies and procedures to staff and customers with the assistance of the Assistant Director and the Director
• Prepare periodic status reports and statistical reports, etc., as assigned
• Hold regular staff meetings and handle situations

• Attend meeting[s] as scheduled by Administration
• Support and effectively implement Administration and Board policy, procedures, and core values
• Attend Staff Development Day, workshops, seminars, and conferences as appropriate
• Maintain an awareness of developments and changes in the profession through meetings and professional reading
• Perform additional duties and assignments, as requested

Qualifications & Experience Required:

• MLS or MLIS from ALA accredited institution
• New York State Public Librarian’s Professional Certificate required at time of employment
• Minimum of three (3) years professional librarian experience
• Supervisory experience as a branch librarian or department head highly desirable

Schedule:  Full time – 35 hours/week, includes days, nights and Saturdays.  Sundays as needed

Starting Salary Range: $70,000 - $90,000 plus full benefit package including NYS Retirement System.  This is a Union Position and is non-civil service.

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, longevity, specialty and training. 

Reply with resume, cover letter, completed GNL employment application (found here - https://greatnecklibrary.org/employment/)

and references by January 19, 2024

Great Neck Library

159 Bayview Ave.

Great Neck, NY  11023

employment@greatnecklibrary.org

No Phone Calls Please.  The Great Neck Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply online here

Submit specified application materials to employment@greatnecklibrary.org.