SR. LIBRARY SUPERVISOR
OPEN EXAMINATION - ONE YEAR PROBATIONARY PERIOD
SALARY $5,214 - $6,458 (Salary includes 7% PERS contribution which is
deducted from the listed salary for employee’s retirement benefits.)
FILING PERIOD Open/Continuous Examination. Recruitment may close at any
time.
THE POSITION
Under the supervision of a Library Administrator, this mid-management
position is responsible for managing the operations of the Brand Art and
Music Library. As part of the Library’s management team, this position
actively participates in projects, committees and decision-making related to
the entire library system. Essential functions include, but are not
limited to: Oversees public operations and ensures outstanding customer
service. Advises staff on collection management for art and music
materials. Oversees art and music programming, including a professional
community gallery and recital hall. Serves as liaison to the Library’s
support group and to the City of Glendale’s Arts and Culture Commission.
Coordinates Library activities with other City divisions, other libraries
and other agencies. Acts as a public representative and advocate for the
section. Develops policies and procedures for the section. Creates
long-range plans for all functions of the library including the building
plan for the facility. Develops and monitors section budgets and reports.
Seeks and writes grants. Trains, supervises and evaluates professional and
support staff. Recommends, initiates and implements personnel actions.
Performs advanced professional library work that requires the use of
independent judgment in the application of professional library practices.
Seeks and write grants. Works on art or music reference desks as needed.
Assumes responsibility for ensuring the duties of the position are performed
in a safe, efficient manner. Performs other related duties as assigned or as
the situation requires.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Knowledge of principles, trends, terminology and practices of modern library
work.
Knowledge of reference materials in the fields of art and music.
Knowledge of the principles and methods of cataloging and classification.
Skill in effective oral and written communication.
Skill in problem solving and ability to think analytically.
Ability to apply professional knowledge to the practical problems faced on
the job.
Ability to effectively supervise, review and evaluate employees’ job
performance, and to organize and direct workflow.
Ability to establish smooth working relationships with a wide variety of
people, including staff, coworkers, general public, community groups and the
support group of Brand Library.
Ability to exercise sound judgment in difficult or stressful situations.
Ability to foster a teamwork environment and resolve interpersonal
conflicts.
Ability to interact effectively with a variety of temperaments.
Ability to learn new library technology and train staff and public in its
use.
Ability to organize and direct the work of subordinates.
Ability to prepare and monitor budget information.
Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate directions in English.
OTHER CHARACTERISTICS
Bilingual ability in Spanish and/or Armenian is desirable.
Possesses a wide range of knowledge and library experience.
Possesses interest in art and music.
Possesses strong leadership ability.
Supportive of change.
Willing to work overtime as needed.
Willingness to assume responsibility for maintaining a safe working
environment.
Willingness to attract new audiences to Brand Arts Center.
Willingness to initiate, recommend and carry out personnel actions.
EXPERIENCE
Four years of professional library work, including two years supervisory
experience and two years of professional experience within an art or music
library.
EDUCATION/TRAINING
Bachelor's Degree in any field and a Master's Degree in Library Science from
an accredited college or university. Degree in the fine arts and/or music
desirable.
LICENSE
Valid California Class C Driver's License is required.
NOTE
An equivalent combination of experience, education and/or training may
substitute for the listed minimum requirements.
SELECTION PROCESS
The examination will consist of an evaluation and an Assessment Process.
Weights will be as follows: evaluation – qualifying, Assessment Process –
100%. The Assessment Process will consist of a written exercise – 15%, a
presentation – 15%, and an oral – 70%. All applications, resumes and
submitted reference materials will be reviewed and evaluated and only the
best-qualified candidates based on applicable experience will be invited to
the oral examination. Any evaluation will be based on the candidate’s
education and experience as related to the position. Any examination will
be to evaluate the candidate’s education, experience, knowledge and skills
for the position. The City of Glendale reserves the right to modify the
above stated examination components and/or weights. Should this be
necessary, the candidates will be notified of the specific examination
components and weights prior to the administration of any examination. TIME
AND PLACE OF THE EXAMINATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED. The provisions of this
bulletin do not constitute an express or implied contract. In compliance
with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, the City of Glendale
requires that all new employees provide documentation to establish both work
authorization and identity.
SR. LIBRARY SUPERVISOR Date Posted: 10-20-03 Bulletin #6476
(Sr.LibrarySup03)
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