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New Mexico Library Assoc

Las Cruces, NM - Library Supervisor (Circulation and Media)

New Mexico Library Assoc, Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States, 88005


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Las Cruces, NM - Library Supervisor (Circulation and Media)Library Supervisor (Circulation and Media)

Oversees, supervises, and supports all Circulation and Media for the Library. Monitors and supports the daily operations of the library, analyzes department workflow, and makes final decisions on customer service-related questions and concerns.Work is performed in a standard library environment.Salary

$55,994.12 - $79,830.92 AnnuallyLocation

Las Cruces, NMJob Type

Full-time RegularJob Number

D033 07-24 MDDepartment

Quality of LifeOpening Date

07/17/2024Closing Date

8/19/2024 11:59 PM MountainNature of Work

Oversees, supervises, and supports all Circulation and Media for the Library. Monitors and supports the daily operations of the library, analyzes department workflow, and makes final decisions on customer service-related questions and concerns.Environmental Factors

Work is performed in a standard library environment.Physical Factors

Light physical demands; mostly desk work; some lifting of heavy books and materials. Frequent use of a personal computer.Work Situation Factors

Position involves competing demands, performing multiple tasks, working to deadlines, occasional work beyond normal business hours, and responding to customer issues. Regular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services. Position is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Las Cruces policies.Duties and Responsibilities

Analyzes circulation and media operations and service delivery issues to research, recommend, and implement appropriate solutions; evaluates existing programs, systems, and training to determine effectiveness, research solutions, and make recommendations.Performs research for the selection of materials; evaluates collection to maximize usage; prepares a specific collection development policy and cataloging or shelving rules based on overall policies of the library.Meets regularly with staff to review work in progress, discuss and resolve administrative, workload, and technical issues, and to prioritize and assign tasks and projects; evaluates and analyzes functions, resources, processes, and procedures to identify issues and recommend changes for improvement.Manages staff through proper delegation and work supervision to provide appropriate levels of service and resources; monitors work, evaluates performance, trains, counsels, coaches, and instructs employees in order to meet goals and objectives.Collects and analyzes data to prepare and present various special and recurring reports to provide accurate and timely information related to assigned functions and duties.Manages and monitors financial activities of assigned budgets to ensure compliance and meet performance targets and goals; oversees procurement activities for supplies, services, equipment, and other items to assure activities comply with established policies and processes.Reviews, maintains, and updates records in various formats, mediums, and automated systems to ensure data integrity and adherence to internal controls, practices, and policies.Resolves customer service issues and responds to inquiries from staff and customers; interprets and explains library policies, procedures, rules, and regulations to ensure consistent application and timely resolution of issues.Provides and performs programming and offers programming assistance for library patrons; researches and develops programming and coordinates implementation.Performs various other librarian duties as necessary to include maintenance of library collections including material processing, title selection, and weeding items from the library collection/database.Minimum Qualifications

Masters in Library Science and two (2) years of experience as a Librarian and a minimum of one (1) years of supervisory experience. A combination of education, experience, and training may be applied in accordance with City of Las Cruces policy.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of:

principles and practices of public library administration; current methods and techniques involved in library circulation practices and procedures; methods and procedures for developing and maintaining library collections; policies, rules, and regulations governing the conduct and safety of library programs and facilities; library classification, cataloging, and acquisition protocols; techniques and protocols for researching a variety of online bibliographic databases.Ability to:

perform a variety of duties and responsibilities and assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects, and demands to meet deadlines; ensure appropriate levels of customer service to achieve expectations and meet objectives.Agency

City of Las CrucesAddress

P.O. Box 20000Las Cruces, New Mexico, 88004Phone

575-528-3100

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