County of Alameda

Library Manager II (#4178)

Bargaining Unit: ACMEA - General Mgmt (R15)
$51.75-$62.88 Hourly / $4,140.00-$5,030.40 BiWeekly /
$8,970.00-$10,899.20 Monthly / $107,640.00-$130,790.40 Yearly

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DESCRIPTION

Under general direction plans, directs, coordinates and supervises the the work of a Library or Library Service within the County Library; trains, supervises, and evaluates staff assigned to work within the Library or Library Service; assists in the development and implementation of Library policies, procedures and service delivery programs; and performs related duties as required.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES

The Library Manager II is the second professional supervisory level in the Library Manager Series. This class is distinguished from the Library Manager I in that the Library Manager II is responsible for overseeing a library requiring a Library Assistant Manager or Library Service requiring a subordinate supervisor. This class is distinguished from the Library Manager III in that the Library Manager II is responsible for overseeing a Library Service not requiring multiple subordinate supervisors. This class is distinguished from the Library Assistant Manager in that the Library Manager II has full responsibility for a Library or Library Service including employees in professional classifications.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

NOTE: The following are the duties performed by employees in this classification. However, employees may perform other related duties at an equivalent level. Each individual in the classification does not necessarily perform all duties listed.

1. Plans and directs the day-to-day operation of a library or library service within the County Library; selects and evaluates staff; supervises professional, paraprofessional, and/or clerical staff responsible for public and/or Library support services; directs merchandising and maintenance of collections; participates in developing and updating departmental work procedures and policies; interprets and applies library policies and procedures.

2. Initiates and maintains contact with members of the community, including City Councils and City Officials, library support groups, service organizations, County departments, and community agencies.

3. As delegated by the County Librarian, has primary responsibility for working with appointed citizen commissions and committees in their assigned communities. Arranges visits for members of the community to the library, speaks to organizations about library services; prepares publicity on library activities; promotes the use of the library within the community.

4. Assesses needs for staffing, programming, supplies, resources, furnishings and equipment; submits budget requests to meet public and/or support services objectives and manage budgeted expenditures.

5. In cooperation with library service coordinators, orients and trains staff and oversees their performance; plans, evaluates, and implements services to the public, organizations, and educational institutions.

6. Manages a library, which may include responsibility for public services and/or support services assignments; develops training programs for staff and/or public; may serve as a project manager in the development of new services or the evaluation of existing services.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Possession of a Master's degree in Library Service awarded by an American Library Association accredited college or University.

AND

Experience:

Either I

The equivalent of one (1) year full-time experience as a Library Manager I or Librarian IV in the Alameda County classified service.

Or II

The equivalent of two (2) years full-time experience as a Library Assistant Manger or Librarian III in the Alameda County classified service.

Or III

The equivalent of three (3) years full-time experience as a Librarian II in the Alameda County classified service.

Or IV

The equivalent of four (4) years recent, full-time, responsible professional level library experience, including the equivalent of one (1) year full-time supervisory responsibility in a library.

NOTE: The Civil Service Commission may modify the above Minimum Qualifications in the announcement of an examination.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

NOTE: The level and scope of the following knowledge and abilities are related to duties listed under the "Example of Duties" section of this specification.

Knowledge of:

Principles and practices of delivering library services via emerging technologies.
Public library programs, and their relationship to community needs.
Principles and practices of supervision, management, and training.
Library materials and formats in general use.
Library Automation applications and practices.
Library business methods, procedures, and practices.
Current technical services trends and practices.
Budgeting and resource management principles and practices.
Practical applications of library automation and circulation functions.
Tools and trends of collection and cataloging.
Popular materials, books and authors in several fields.
Community awareness.
Resource management.

Ability to:

Implement policies, procedures, and services.
Establish courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently.
Problem solve and analyze.
Demonstrate a willingness to commit to one's work and invest one's time, talent, and best efforts in accomplishing organizational goals.
Make decisions, exercise judgement, and set priorities.
Generate innovative solutions in work situations; trying different and novel ways to find opportunities.
Keep the organization's vision and values at the forefront of associate decision making and action.
Exercise interpersonal sensitivity while working effectively with individuals of diverse cultures, interpersonal styles, abilities, motivations, or backgrounds.
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
Utilize the latest technologies to provide high levels of service.
Make presentations to the public on library services and materials.
Identify opportunities and take action to build strategic relationships with community groups and members.
Classify and catalog library materials in various formats.
Demonstrate effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment.

CLASS SPEC HISTORY

HC:sle-Rev.11/79
JGS:ab-Rev.03/86
JGS:db-Rev. 09/90
JGS:pb-Rev. 12/92
Old document: 0385h
Revised 06/97
SP:cla
New document: Jobspecs/4176
ys/05/01
CSC Date: 08/20/97
DS:cs Revised (Combined) Supervising Librarian I and Supervising Librarian II 04/11/11
CSC Date: 05/18/11

JG:ah Revised and Retitled 10/29/18

Old Title: Supervising Librarian II

CSC Date: 11/07/18

BENEFITS

Alameda County offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that affords wide-ranging health care options to meet the different needs of a diverse workforce and their families. We also sponsor many different employee discount, fitness and health screening programs focused on overall well being. These benefits include but are not limited to*:

For your Health & Well-Being

Medical – HMO & PPO Plans
Dental – HMO & PPO Plans
Vision or Vision Reimbursement
Share the Savings
Basic Life Insurance
Supplemental Life Insurance (with optional dependent coverage for eligible employees)
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
County Allowance Credit
Flexible Spending Accounts - Health FSA, Dependent Care and Adoption Assistance
Short-Term Disability Insurance
Long-Term Disability Insurance
Voluntary Benefits - Accident Insurance, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity and Legal Services
Employee Assistance Program

For your Financial Future

Retirement Plan - (Defined Benefit Pension Plan)
Deferred Compensation Plan (457 Plan or Roth Plan)

For your Work/Life Balance

12 paid holidays
Floating Holidays
Vacation and sick leave accrual
Vacation purchase program
Management Paid Leave**
Catastrophic Sick Leave
Group Auto/Home Insurance
Pet Insurance
Commuter Benefits Program
Guaranteed Ride Home
Employee Wellness Program (e.g. At Work Fitness, Incentive Based Programs, Gym Membership Discounts)
Employee Discount Program (e.g. theme parks, cell phone, etc.)
Child Care Resources
1^st United Services Credit Union

*Eligibility is determined by Alameda County and offerings may vary by collective bargaining agreement. This provides a brief summary of the benefits offered and can be subject to change.

** Non-exempt management employees are entitled to up to three days of management paid leave. Exempt management employees are entitled to up to seven days of management paid leave.