We have an exciting new opportunity for someone interested in helping take our programs to the next level!
Librarian II- Programming Strategies
McKinney, Texas
Full Time
Salary range: $51,310.48-$75,427.04 (depending on experience and qualifications)
Posting Closes on 1/26/2023 5:00 PM Central
- Under general supervision of the Programs Branch Manager, and in partnership with the other Library Leadership team members, the Librarian II provides team-based and customer-focused leadership to ensure the best library event and program experience possible for every member of our community.
- Provides leadership in programming across all library departments as part of a collaborative, high performing organization.
- Responsible for keeping library programs fresh and relevant, collecting and leveraging qualitative and quantitative data, resources, and partnerships in a effort for sustained and continuous improvement.
- Supervises 3 direct reports responsible for maintaining event web portals and coordinating marketing materials with the Communications and Marketing department. This team also plays a key role in the management of the library's website.
In addition to proper experience and qualifications, the ideal candidate will also need the following characteristics to be successful:
- Relationship Focused - growing and maintaining internal and external relationships is essential for success in this position.
- Collaborative and Inclusive - Success is about outcomes AND process. The ideal candidate will ensure all staff members feel welcome and understand their vital role in our programming success.
- Growth Mindset - Continuous improvement is paramount to our view of public service. The ideal candidate works every day to raise the bar for the quality of the library experience.
- Flexible- While planning is a bedrock of success, when working with the public in a fast paced environment, this position also requires the ability to adapt to environmental changes quickly as needed.
- Data and Mission-Driven - This position requires independent decision making, and the ideal candidate communicates their decision-making process using data, evidence, and ties to the organization's mission.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, AND BEHAVIORS
- Ability to embrace and embody the City's core values of Respect, Integrity, Service, and Excellence (R.I.S.E.).
- Ability to communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, subordinates, and people to whom service is provided.
- Ability to produce desired work outcomes, including quality, quantity, and timeliness.
- Ability to plan and organize work, time, and resources, and if applicable, that of subordinates.
- Ability to work and contribute in a team environment where leadership is valued and expected at all levels and treat co-workers and customers with respect.
- Ability to build professional relationships with all library stakeholders.
- Critical thinking in problem solving and decision making.
- Knowledge of basic marketing, social media, and networking strategies.
- Flexibility and adaptability in an environment of continuous improvement and change.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Ability to gather and use evidence and data to inform decisions.
- Working knowledge of basic computer skills.
- Use and troubleshoot a variety of hardware and software systems.
- The ability to utilize a wide variety of reference, descriptive, and/or advisory data and information.
- Ability to exercise independent judgment where necessary and appropriate
- Knowledge of supervisory practices and techniques, and an ability to coach and mentor.
- Ability to lead in difficult situations.
Required Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
A Master's degree in Library Science or closely related field, and one (1) year of previous library experience.
Any work related experience resulting in acceptable proficiency levels in the above Minimum Qualifications is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Previous supervisory experience and bilingual language skills.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
- Must pass a drug screen and background check.
- Must have Class C Texas Driver's License
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Spencer Smith
Director Of Libraries
McKinney Public Library
McKinney TX
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