About Livermore
The City of Livermore, with a population of 91,000+ residents, is located in Alameda County, approximately forty miles east of San Francisco, and adjacent to the San Joaquin Valley. Livermore’s heritage includes historic vineyards and a tradition of ranching and agriculture. Today, our City continues to expand its wine-making industry and celebrate our annual rodeo. Livermore is home to two world-renowned national laboratories, nineteen wineries, a general aviation airport, and three golf courses.
Livermore’s local and regional economy is strong and diverse. Our inclusion within the Northern aspect of the Silicon Valley and other major Northern California market and employment centers, enables us to benefit from business development and expansion, while preserving the quality of life that originally brought people to Livermore.
The City of Livermore is an equal opportunity employer and supports workforce diversity.
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City of Livermore - Supervising Librarian (Youth Services)
Lead with impact as the Supervising Librarian for Youth Services at the Main (Civic Center) Library! Inspire young minds and enhance our community through dynamic library experiences. Apply by 5 pm on August 30th, 2024!
Under direction of the Library Services Director, the Supervising Librarian will plan, organize, and supervise the activities of a branch library or major section of the main library; and other duties as assigned. A Supervising Librarian also participates as a member of the Library Department’s management team.
While the current vacancy exists in Youth Services in the Civic Center Library, Supervising Librarians can be assigned to work throughout the library system in any functional area.
Examples of Duties Include:
- Program Management: Plans, organizes, and coordinates service programs for a library section or branch. Implements goals, policies, and procedures, evaluates services and collections, and recommends improvements.
- Supervisory: Manages professional, technical, and support staff by scheduling work, approving time off, conducting training, and overseeing performance evaluations. Makes recommendations on staffing and resolves communication issues.
- Administrative: Participates in library management, acts as a liaison with community groups, and engages in outreach activities. Manages facility upkeep, assists in budgeting, prepares reports and promotional materials, and utilizes technology and specialized library resources.
Ideal Candidate
The Ideal Candidate
The Library is seeking a candidate with a communicative work style and administrative skills exemplifying a high level of professionalism. The ideal candidate will exemplify the following knowledge, skills, experience, and characteristics:
- Guide and direct library staff in a positive and motivating manner
- Outstanding customer service with the goal of exceeding the customer’s expectations
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Utmost ethical and professional standards
- An effective problem solver who provides viable solutions to complex and challenging personnel and operational issues
- Proficiency with automated library systems, such as Innovative Interfaces software
- Knowledge of and familiarity with a variety of online information resources
- Familiarity working with diverse staff and public
- Commitment to ongoing professional development related to youth
A typical way to qualify for this position includes:
Experience: Four years of professional Librarian experience. Supervisory experience in a related area may substitute for up to one year of the professional librarian experience. Public Library experience is highly desirable.
Education: Equivalent to a Master’s degree in Library Science, Library and Information Science, or a related field from an accredited college or university is required.
License: May require a valid California driver's license and satisfactory driving record, as determined by the City.
Other Requirements: Willingness and ability to work the hours necessary to accomplish the assigned duties, be available on call; travel to attend meetings and training during work and non-work hours; ability to bend, stoop, reach, and stretch; communicate clearly and work nontraditional hours to meet deadlines and attend night meetings.
Benefits
Detailed benefits information is available on the City’s website, under Human Resource's benefits page. The Supervising Librarian is part of the Livermore Management Group.