Friday, February 18, 2011

Branch Manager


The person in this position must have excellent supervisory skills to manage the day-to-day operation of a neighborhood branch.  It is essential that the person in this position be able to direct the activities of others, while maintaining excellent customer relations skills.  Must have superior abilities in the area of reference and reader’s advisory.  Also, will have the knowledge of reference tools, bibliographic sources, cataloging and classification systems and the ability to apply this knowledge to assigned areas of responsibility.  Should possess organizational and report writing skills, attention to detail is required.  Additionally, operational support is needed in the areas of circulation, statistical reporting, opening and closing of the branch, collection development, and presentations and directing daily branch operations.  Must have strong professional skills in community outreach and programming.  Should be able to meet deadlines and follow SLPL Policies and Procedures.  Experience working with diverse populations is a plus.  Verbal, written and computer skills are essential.  An MLS Degree from an ALA accredited program and three years of library experience is required.

St. Louis Public Library offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.  Interested applicants should forward a resume to:


St. Louis Public Library

Human Resources
1415 Olive Street
St. Louis, MO 63103
Fax: 314-539-0335
EOE

NO PHONE CALLS PLEASE

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