Deputy Library Director
- Employer
- Fairfax County Government
- Location
- Fairfax, Virginia
- Salary
- $94,050.94 - $156,750.67 Annually
- Closing date
- Oct 23, 2021
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- Industry
- Government and Public Services, State & Local
- Function
- Executive, Management, Director
- Hours
- Full Time
- Career Level
- Experienced (Non-Manager)
Job Details
Assists the Director of County Library with the administration and operation of the library system. Coordinates and manages the activities and functions of administration, public services, and technical services. Specific duties include but are not limited to:
- Provides oversight for branch facilities and capital improvement projects.
- Directs the strategic planning process and the development of short-term goals.
- Collaborates with Branch Managers and the Director’s Leadership Team to allocate resources and coordinate services.
- Participates in administrative meetings of the library; attends Library Board of Trustees meetings.
Note: To view a recording of the Realistic Job Preview (RJP), please click here. The RJP is an opportunity to hear an overview of the position and learn important aspects of the work. Attendance is not required to be considered for this position.
Illustrative Duties
- Coordinates and manages the activities and functions of administration (i.e., human resources, budget, capital improvements, and organizational analysis), public services, and technical services;
- Plans, organizes, directs and evaluates library operations and services to meet the Library system's mission, goals and objectives;
- Analyses Library operations and services needs and recommends changes in policies, procedures, practices, equipment, facilities, and/or staffing to meet identified needs;
- Sets priorities for service provision;
- In collaboration with the Library Director, evaluates, develops, oversees and implements policy changes;
- In collaboration with the Library Director, leads the development and justification of proposed annual budget and gives general supervision to the expenditure of Federal, State and local appropriated funds.
- Collaborates with Library Director and staff in planning and establishment/renovation of branch Libraries and expansion of library services;
- Collaborates with Branch Managers and members of the executive Leadership Team to allocate staff resources and coordinate programs and services;
- May initiate and plan surveys of library services and facilities;
- Directs personnel relations and procedures;
- Interviews and selects professional librarians;
- Directs preparation of monthly, annual and special reports;
- Serves as a liaison between the Library and communities it serves, develops positive relationships with civic and community organizations, Friends of the Library groups, and elected and appointed officials;
- Collaborates with Library Director regarding the Library's public information programs; speaks before civic groups and organizations regarding Library policies and services; attends national, state and local meetings and conferences;
- Recommends, plans, organizes and coordinates special projects;
- Attends Library Board meetings;
- Represents the Library in the absence of the Director.
Required Knowledge Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of fundamental principles and practices of library operations, techniques, resources, programs, and services;
- Knowledge of administration, including organization, human resources, management, capital improvements, and budgeting;
- Knowledge of strategic planning including community analysis, goal setting, and resource allocation;
- Knowledge of different areas of library work such as circulation, cataloging, reference, children and adult services, electronic services, etc.;
- Knowledge of current trends and issues in libraries;
- Ability to compile and analyze data and to prepare a variety of reports;
- Ability to plan, direct and supervise the work of subordinate personnel;
- Ability to communicate complex concepts orally, in writing, or in presentations;
- Ability to work effectively with subordinates, co-workers, other County officials, community groups and officials, and the general public.
Employment Standards
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from a college or university with a Master's degree from an ALA-accredited library school; plus, five years of increasingly responsible professional library experience; three years of the required experience must include supervision and management experience (i.e., library branch or library system administration level) in a urban or suburban public library system.
CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Possession of a certificate issued by the Virginia State Board for Certification of Librarians within three months of date of appointment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Five or more years of progressively responsible professional library experience, to include demonstrated library management experience.
- Previous managerial experience as a Branch Manager or Manager in a Library Administration department/division with proven experience in the oversight, evaluation, and improvement of library programs, services and technology.
- Demonstrated experience assisting with or leading the preparation, maintenance, presentation, and justification of program budgets, to include assisting with or leading the management of the expenditure of appropriated funds.
- Superior customer service skills and the ability to build long-lasting business relationships with elected officials, governing boards, County Executive leadership, community representatives, staff employees, employee groups, and other groups.
- Direct experience working with Library Boards.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
- All newly hired employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (two weeks after the last required dose) as a condition of employment or obtain approval of a medical or religious exemption prior to their start date. Proof of an exemption or vaccination status will be required during the pre-employment onboarding process. New employees who obtain an exemption from the vaccine mandate for medical or sincerely held religious beliefs will still be subject to the weekly testing requirement. Vaccinated employees and employees with a medical or religious exemption will complete the attestation online on their first day of employment or shortly thereafter.
- The appointee to the position must satisfactorily complete a criminal background check and credit check.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Duties are sedentary. Ability to input, access and retrieve information from a computer. Ability to lift up to 10 pounds. Ability to travel to various locations throughout Fairfax County to provide coverage, attend meetings and trainings. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.
SELECTION PROCEDURE:
Panel interview.
Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.
Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact 703-324-4900 for assistance. TTY 703-222-7314. EEO/AA/TTY.
Company
Fairfax County, Virginia is a diverse and thriving urban county. As the most populous jurisdiction in both Virginia and the Washington metropolitan area, the County's population exceeds that of seven states. The median household income of Fairfax County is one of the highest in the nation and over half of its adult residents have four-year college degrees or more educational attainment. Fairfax County also is home to an extensive commercial office market and is a major employment center.
Fairfax County Government is a great place to work, with a variety of jobs in different fields, great benefits, and an enjoyable working environment. We serve nearly one million residents in one of the largest counties in the country. Our talented employees have established Fairfax County as a leader in nearly every facet of public service and have won national recognition as innovators in local government.The size of Fairfax County government and the diversity of services it provides to citizens allows opportunities for personal growth and development, without ever having to change employers. In addition to pay, Fairfax County Government provides an employee benefits package worth approximately 25% of your salary in additional compensation. This package of benefits consists of programs designed to protect you and your family during your employment with the county and into your retirement years.
BENEFITS INCLUDE:
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Group Term Life Insurance
Contributory Retirement Plan
Deferred Compensation
Flexible Spending Account Programs
Long Term Disability Insurance
Long Term Care Plan
Tuition Assistance Program
Employees' Child Care Center
Virginia College Savings Plans
Fairfax County's Application Process: Fairfax County uses an online application process called NEOGOV at www.fairfaxcounty.gov/jobsfor nearly all positions.
Applicants who need assistance with the online application process are welcome to come to the Application Center at Fairfax County's HR Central where staff will be happy to work with you to establish an account and get your resume into the system. HR Central is located in the Government Center at 12000 Government Center Parkway, Suite 270, Fairfax, VA, and is open Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Or call 703-222-5872 for more information.
For more information on applying, please click here - https://www.governmentjobs.com/home/applicationguide.
- Website
- https://www.fairfaxcounty.gov/topics/jobs
- Location
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12000 Government Center Parkway
Suite 270
Fairfax
VA
22035-0034
US
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