Assistant Director - Branch and Outreach Services in Anderson, South Carolina at Anderson County Library

The Anderson County Library System is dedicated to providing comprehensive resources, services, and programs to our community. We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Library Director to support our mission and contribute to the library's growth and success. This role is responsible for leading a team to provide excellent patron services, manage collections, plan engaging programs, and support the community’s information needs. The ideal candidate will be well organized, able to use independent judgement, and have in-depth knowledge of library operations, personnel management, and program oversight.

Anderson County Library offers competitive salaries and a retirement plan for all employees, as well as generous benefit options for full-time staff. We seek creative and committed library staff to help us provide excellent library service. If you’re passionate about literacy, lifelong learning, and community engagement, we’d love to hear from you!

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

(These tasks are illustrative only; to carry out the day-to-day functions of the job, other duties may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or logical assignment to the position.)

• Responsible for supervising the Library Branch Managers, the Bookmobile and Outreach Services Librarian, and other staff as assigned including but not limited to, training, evaluation and conducting of performance reviews and counseling, including making recommendations for hiring, promotion, merit pay increases, disciplinary action, and terminations.
• Directs operations of the library branches and the outreach department by assisting in developing short-range and long-range plans, determining internal policies and procedures, and coordinating the development of goals and objectives for the branch services and outreach.
• Plans, supervises and coordinates the activities of the branch libraries and assists Branch Managers in planning, coordinating and organizing specific functional, programmatic and physical aspects of library services in branch facilities. Evaluates activities and takes necessary action for improvement.
• Performs duties and responsibilities of Library Director in the absence of the Library Director
• Prepares, applies for, and executes grants and any subsequent reports.
• May be required to act as liaison between the Library Director and Department Heads under his/her direct supervision.
• Plans, prepares agendas, and presides over regular Department Head Meetings or other meetings in absence of the Director or at the direction of the Director. May lead or facilitate standing or special committees.
• Compiles, tabulates, analyzes, and reports statistical information.
• Undertakes special projects on behalf of Library Director
• Identifies library needs in the community; works with branch managers and the bookmobile and outreach services librarian and other departments as needed to plan and provide services and programs to meet these needs.
• Monitors branch outreach operations and patron service, ensures any necessary corrections are made and implements staff changes to improve services. Works closely with the Assistant Director of Public Services to ensure a consistent patron experience.
• Selects materials for the general collection in assigned areas.
• Oversees each branch physical plant, identifies and reports problems to the Library Director and to Maintenance as appropriate, and facilitates solutions.
• Conducts regular staff meetings to enhance communication, resolve concerns and meet training needs.
• Holds regular Branch Manager Meetings and conducts routine, scheduled Branch on-site visits to determine branch needs.
• Prepares correspondence and hears and resolves complaints.
• Performs supervisory related duties such as opening and closing procedures for the assigned work-floor or the Main building, securing money, setting alarms, and ensuring safety and security.
• Maintains professional development through various workshops, literature, and other means; consults and shares information with co-workers and other library staff.
• Maintains confidential patron records and preserves confidentiality of said records.
• May be required to assist at any of the public desks helping patrons.
• May be required to work nights and weekends.
• May fill in other positions within the Library System.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Master’s degree in library science from an accredited university recognized by the US Department of Education.
• Minimum of five (5) years of previous library supervisory experience in at least two library departments.
• Knowledge of standard library functions, practices and procedures, with an emphasis on local policies and procedures; ability to plan and organize workloads; ability to set priorities; ability to interpret the library’s resources and services to the community; ability to adjust to changes in the daily work schedule; ability to handle multiple projects at the same time.
• Excellent research and computer skills along with a demonstrated ability to perform detailed and precise work.
• Ability to effectively supervise staff; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, employees, branch managers and system personnel, and county and other agency officials; ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing; ability to work in a team environment as well as independent work.
• Ability to evaluate staff performance and design solutions to perceived needs; ability to effectively supervise staff; ability to mentor staff to improve performance.
• Must possess a valid driver’s license or the ability to obtain one.