Manager (40 hr.) Main Library - Local History & Genealogy

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Manager (40 hr.) Main Library - Local History & Genealogy

Full Time Local History & Genealogy, Columbus, OH, US

Job Title:Manager (40 hrs./Exempt/Full-time)
Location:Main Library - Local History & Genealogy Division
Starting Pay Range:$67,496-$90,625.60 annually (commensurate with experience)
Note:For internal candidates, pay adjustments are made in accordance with our Compensation and Salary Administration policy

Our Commitment to Diversity

Open to all doesn’t just apply to our customers, it applies to our hiring practices as well. We put respect at the top of our values and that’s how we treat our candidates and employees. The Columbus Metropolitan Library is committed to equal employment opportunity and adheres to these principles in decisions regarding hiring. The Library does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment based upon their sex, race, national origin, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender, color, ancestry, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

• A robust benefits package that supports your physical, mental, and financial well-being.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans to meet your healthcare needs.
• A qualified employer for Public Service Loan Forgiveness.
• Access to mental health resources and employee assistance programs for your peace of mind.
• Generous paid time off and leave options to balance your work and personal life.
• Participation in the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) and additional investment & savings plans.
• A variety of voluntary and supplemental insurance plans to complement your lifestyle.

Leads and manages staff, division resources, and operations within their division in the context of the Library’s larger vision, purpose, and strategic plan. Takes a lead role in system-wide initiatives and system trainings in connection with Library strategy.

Position Schedule

• Combination of mornings, afternoons, and evenings
• Alternating Friday/Saturday rotation - 9am-6pm
• Sundays 12:00pm-5:00pm (as assigned)

What You’ll Do:

• Leads a team in the effective management of operations at local level. Handles a wide variety of strategic and operational details.
• Delegates tasks, responds to questions/complaints and gathers data to prepare communications and reports. Serves as a cross-departmental functional area contact for other Library departments.
• Develops, coaches and trains staff. Sets individual performance measurements for staff and holds them accountable while cultivating engagement and trust in an inclusive environment. Responsibilities include managing, hiring, orienting and evaluating. Models organizational values and exceptional customer service behaviors.
• Connects the work of the division as system-level functional leaders and manages initiatives that impact Public Services as a whole. Works closely with Public Services Directors to carry out centralized goals, deliverables and key results.
• Leads division’s goal setting and planning efforts to align with the strategic plan and department goals and objectives. Communicates system initiatives to staff and customers. Coordinates department goals and objectives at local level.
• Contributes to a dynamic and welcoming Main Library environment by leading staff to develop programs, services, exhibits, activations and customer experiences that reflect the Library’s strategic plan and respond to changing customer and community needs.
• Develops and leads system level and centralized trainings to share the expertise of their division and drive library strategy and awareness.
• Establishes and maintains collaborations with community agencies and promotes library services through community outreach
• Responsible for developing and maintaining open communications with professional and community organizations at local level.
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