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<p class="MsoNormal">The Genesee District Library is seeking a full-time Branch Operations Manager. Deadline for resume submission is Wednesday, January 7, 2015 at 5PM.
<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<h1><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif"">JOB TITLE:
</span><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";color:black">Branch Operations Manager<o:p></o:p></span></h1>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">REPORTS TO: Library Director<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">CLASSIFICATION:
</span></b><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Full-Time / Exempt<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<h2><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif";text-decoration:none">CLOSING DATE: January 7, 2015
</span><span style="font-family:"Calibri","sans-serif""><o:p></o:p></span></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal"> <b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Send cover letter and resume to:<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt">
<a href="mailto:jescamilla@thegdl.org">jescamilla@thegdl.org</a> or Genesee District Library<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> HR Department<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> G-4195 W. Pasadena Ave.<o:p></o:p></span></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-size:12.0pt"> Flint, MI 48504
</span></b> <span style="font-size:10.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h2>JOB SUMMARY<o:p></o:p></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">This position has the responsibility for the
<span style="color:black">overall planning, supervising, organizing, and implementing branch services for all the Genesee District Library (GDL) branches in accordance with Library policies and procedures. This includes directing operations to meet patron and
staff needs. Works cooperatively with other management team members to fulfill the Library’s mission.</span><o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<h2>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES<o:p></o:p></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Coordinates work schedules and attendance records according to library policies, procedures and union contract.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Serves as the primary channel of communication between branch services and the library directors via meetings, memos and other communications. Keeps management informed of
problems and recommends solutions.<u><o:p></o:p></u></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Meets regularly and works cooperatively with the Administrative team regarding library policies, procedures and plans; conveys concerns and relays decisions and policies to
branch staff.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Fosters and actively monitors the development and utilization of Branch Librarians; develops team work by setting standards for effective work behaviors and demonstrates them
consistently; evaluates performance of branch staff.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Upholds the principles of intellectual freedom, privacy of records and the code of professional ethics.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Primary contact for the enforcement of GDL policies, procedures and the patron code of conduct involving concerns and issues by patrons.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Participates in at least one professional association; keeps aware of library developments and trends, online and other services.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Visits branches on a regular basis for meetings with Branch Librarians to determine areas in need of modification and improvement for public services.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Maintains professional relationships with administrators, staff, professional and institutional organizations, the community at large and various outside agencies.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Works in conjunction with Human Resources Manager in the area of training, performance evaluations, seniority levels and staffing issues including participation in the interview
process and others areas as needed.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Proposes changes and additions in branch services, procedures, staffing and assists in the development of long-range plans.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Assists with collection evaluations and makes recommendations for purchase or de-selection.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ensures compliance of all pertinent Federal, State and local laws, regulations and ordinances and library policies and procedures.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ensures safety policies and procedures are current and in compliance with applicable laws, regulations, ordinances and library policies.
<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l5 level1 lfo2">
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Routinely seeks out and identifies sources for grant funding opportunities. Prepares well-written and documented grant proposals.
<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Evaluate business needs, objectives and goals, researching products available and designating procedures to best meet GDL needs.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Review on a continual basis departmental procedures, GDL policies and procedures, staffing and equipment for maximum efficiency while controlling costs.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Enforce GDL policies and procedures as a member of management for all employees.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Participates in at least one professional association; keeps aware of library developments and trends, online and other services.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Prepares reports as needed for the Director, Management Team Members, Library Board and other agencies as required.<s><o:p></o:p></s></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Attends board meetings as scheduled.<s><o:p></o:p></s></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo3"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Performs related work as required.
<s><o:p></o:p></s></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><s><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><o:p><span style="text-decoration:none"> </span></o:p></span></s></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="color:black">(Duties listed above are not intended to be all-inclusive or to limit duties that might reasonably be assigned.)<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<h2 style="text-indent:4.5pt"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><o:p><span style="text-decoration:none"> </span></o:p></span></h2>
<h2>REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES<o:p></o:p></h2>
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<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Extensive knowledge and experience with library operations and current trends and developments in the field of library science.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work well with a diverse staff and patronage</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:windowtext">.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:windowtext">Demonstrated leadership skills.</span><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ability to work in a team environment and maintain effective working relationships with general public and employees.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ability to multi-task in conjunction with daily operations.
<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ability to exercise constructive judgment in analyzing, evaluating and solving problems of procedural, organizational, administrative and technical nature.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Ability to recognize and re-assign priorities based on the needs of the organization.
<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.5in"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><b><u><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE<o:p></o:p></span></u></b></p>
<ul style="margin-top:0in" type="disc">
<li class="MsoNormal" style="mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Master’s Degree in Library or Information Science from an American Library Association accredited library school.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Possession of Level 1 Librarian Certification from State of Michigan within ninety (90) days of hire.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Four or more years as a Librarian.<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Experience with the Sierra ILS preferred.
<o:p></o:p></span></li><li class="MsoNormal" style="color:black;mso-list:l1 level1 lfo4"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Experience with union contracts and labor relations preferred.
<o:p></o:p></span></li></ul>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<h2>WILL BE REQUIRED TO<o:p></o:p></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l3 level1 lfo5">
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Work a flexible schedule as needed.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo6">
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Be on call for emergencies weekends and evenings.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left:.75in;text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l4 level1 lfo6">
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</span></span></span><![endif]><span style="font-size:12.0pt">Serve as weekend administrator on a rotating basis.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<h2>WORK ENVIRONMENT<o:p></o:p></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The location of the work site is primarily the GDL Headquarters location. The position requires extensive travel within Genesee County, primarily to GDL branch locations. Noise level in the work environment
is usually low and work is typically performed indoors.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<h2>PHYSICAL DEMANDS<o:p></o:p></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt">While performing the duties of this job, the employee will frequently sit, stand and walk. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, and reach forward and above the head. The employee will occasionally
lift and/or move equipment up to fifty (50) pounds. Specific vision and hearing abilities are required by this job.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<h2>SPECIAL REQUIREMENT<o:p></o:p></h2>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;color:black">Possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and vehicle for use on company business.<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this position. The tasks are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all
job duties performed by those in this classification.<o:p></o:p></span></i></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><o:p> </o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal" align="center" style="text-align:center"><b><i><span style="font-size:12.0pt">The Genesee District Library is an Equal Opportunity Employer<o:p></o:p></span></i></b></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Lucida Handwriting"">Jerilyn Escamilla<o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Genesee District Library<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Human Resources Manager<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Phone (810)230-3340<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">Fax (810)230-0277<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal">jescamilla@thegdl.org<o:p></o:p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p>
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