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The New York Public Library Library Manager - Tremont Library in Bronx, New York
Library Manager - Tremont Library
Department: Branch Libraries
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Tremont Library
Reporting To: Melissa Davis
Compensation: $75,236 / year
Description
Overview
The mission of the New York Public Library is to inspire lifelong learning, advance knowledge, and strengthen our communities. To deliver on this promise, we provide free access to physical and electronic resources in neighborhoods throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island.
The New York Public Library is seeking a bright, dynamic, and enthusiastic manager to provide leadership and direction to a team of public service professionals in the Tremont Library. With over 38,000 patron visits per year, the Library offers a comprehensive service to all those who live, work and study in the changing Tremont neighborhood by offering patrons access to a wide range of books, information, and knowledge. The Tremont Library is home to the first Sound Lab in The Bronx, a mini recording studio to learn the basics of creating music, beats, and songs. The staff of the Tremont Library work diligently to meet the needs of their community.
The Library Manager must have a passion for creating an environment of teamwork that embraces change and excellent customer service. They must possess effective management skills and experience, and be knowledgeable about the administrative and programmatic operations of public libraries in an urban setting.
Key Responsibilities
Under the general direction of the Associate Director:
Manages the day to day operations of the branch including information, circulation, outreach, and programming services
Serves as the hiring manager for the site and is responsible for the ongoing development, evaluation, training, and discipline of staff in accordance with Library policies
Has overall responsibility for branch appearance and layout, the procurement of furniture and supplies, and the branch’s operational budget
Develops and implements strategies to enhance the onsite user experience, including using statistics and metrics to tailor services to meet local community needs and drive circulation and attendance
Builds partnerships with local businesses, community organizations, elected officials and community leaders to further strengthen the branch’s relationship with their diverse community
Partners with Programming units to develop and facilitate innovative programs for the community’s diverse patron base
Maintains and updates the Library’s collection profile, including merchandising the material and communicating collection needs to the Collection Development team
Focuses overall effort on providing exceptional customer service, including rallying the Branch Library team around this goal and resolving patron complaints as needed
Collaborates with the Associate Director and other departments to improve the quality and variety of branch library services, ensure that the site is well-maintained and that technology is operational
Stays current in public library matters through professional development, involvement in professional organizations, interlibrary organizations, and attending professional meetings, conferences or workshops
Performs related duties as required
Required Education, Experience & Skills
Required Education & Experience
Bachelor's degree; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
ALA accredited Master’s degree in Library and Information Studies preferred
Experience creating, conducting and/or participating in community training, programming and outreach preferred
Experience working with all age groups preferred
Working knowledge of audio and video editing software such as Logic Pro X and Final Cut X, and Abelton Live
Required Skills
Substantial public library experience working in a variety of roles displaying administrative, supervisory, and leadership skills appropriate to the position
Successfully demonstrated commitment to providing consistent, high-quality public services
Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills including the ability to serve as an enthusiastic ambassador for the Library
Successfully demonstrated experience supervising, training, and mentoring staff
Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment, identify and assess problems, and decisively implement appropriate solutions or recommendations
Ability to work well independently and collaboratively across the Library to get things accomplished
Creativity, flexibility, and initiative in accommodating community and staff needs
Commitment to diversity and inclusion
Experience implementing or enforcing library policies and procedures 2
Knowledge and understanding of emerging library technologies, service and programming trends for people of all ages in urban public libraries
Strong computer and other related technology skills, including MS Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Google applications, PCs, Macs and e-reader devices
Managerial/Supervisory Responsibilities
Hires and manages all staff in building
Oversees branch programmatic and supplies budget
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Core Values
All team members are expected and encouraged to embody the NYPL Core Values:
Be Helpful to patrons and colleagues
Be Resourceful in solving problems
Be Curious in all aspects of your work
Be Welcoming and Inclusive
Work Environment
- Public service library
Physical Duties
Lifting up to 15 lbs.
Remaining stationary for periods of time
Daily use of a computer
Physical Required?
No
Union/Non Union
Local 1930
Schedule
- 35 hours per week to be scheduled during regular branch hours
This job description represents the types and levels of responsibilities that will be required of the position and shall not be construed as a declaration of all of the specific duties and responsibilities for the role. Job duties may change if Library priorities change. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description as needed.
The New York Public Library Salary Statement
At the Library, we believe that pay transparency and pay equity are important to ensuring we source the best candidates and keep the best employees. When making a determination as to the appropriate salary for a candidate, we consider a variety of factors such, including, but not limited to, the position requirements, the skills, prior experience, and educational background required or preferred for the job, the scope and impact of the role within the organization, internal peer equity, and the candidate's specific training, experience, education level, and skills. No single factor is conclusive; the Library reserves the right to consider any and all relevant factors and make a decision consistent with its policies.
Union Salaries are determined by collective bargaining agreement(s).