Assistant Supervisor – Youth Services for Children

Under the direction the Supervisor of Youth Services, the Assistant Supervisor of Youth Services for Children assists in ensuring library users have a customer-focused borrowing experience with access to robust youth collections, services and technology, and a wide variety of programs. With a focus on children and families, the Assistant Supervisor of Youth Services for Children assists in the management of the Youth Services division, including personnel administration, patron services, collection development and outreach to the Newton community. This position also serves on the leadership team that works with the Administration to move the institution forward to meet the evolving needs of Newton’s current and future Library users.Essential Functions:Assists in supervising the staff and operations of the section including selection, training, and evaluation of staff librarians, para-professionals, pages, and library volunteers in performance of duties or activities. Assigns and schedules staff to provide direct patron service at service points, in programming, and for outreach. Recommends changes to meet service needs.Manages the development, coordination and execution of library public programming for Children including staff led events, outside speakers and performers. Oversees and schedules staff conducting such programs and promotes community awareness of Youth library services and programs.Assists in the development, selection, cataloging, management, and maintenance of the youth collections and their presentation to end-users. Reads, reviews and selects materials to be purchased for the collections and prepares necessary bibliographies and reading lists. Monitors budgets for specific assigned collection areas, manages spending on those collections and recommends adjustments.With the Youth Services Supervisor, works cooperatively with both public and private school librarians on joint projects. Keeps informed of school assignments and projects that affect the Library and the Youth section.Performs all work related to Youth Services functions, including work at all Youth Services service points. Assists patrons with the selection and location of Library materials. Instructs patrons in the use of library technology, databases and electronic resources.Oversees and participates in outreach visits to community-based groups serving children and their families. Acts as an advocate for children in the community.Follows and adheres to department, City and other government rules, regulations, policies and procedures.Secondary ElementsParticipates in Library staff and other meetings to provide input into Library planning and coordination of services.Through professional literature and/or workshops, keeps current on changing trends in reference services.Represents the Library in the community to organizations and groups involved with youth service.Acts as the duty officer in the absence of more senior staff.Performs other duties as required.Attends and participates in Department and other meetings and special events. Minimum Entrance Qualifications::: Master’s Degree in Library Science and three to five years related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience working with Children and families required.A broad knowledge of library functions, library databases and electronic resources, computers, audio-visual equipment, printers and other peripherals.Ability to read and interpret documents such as routine reports and procedures manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to present information effectively, which may require considerable tact, to visitors, customers or employees of the City. Ability to present to and engage Children and Teens. : . Strong oral and written communications skills. Strong technology troubleshooting skills.A strong commitment to public service required. Physical requirements/work environmentWork is performed under typical office conditions; the noise level is quiet to moderate at most times. Essential functions are regularly performed without exposure to adverse environmental conditions. Operates computers, printers, facsimile machine, copier, calculator, telephone and standard office equipment.Has frequent contact with other City departments, current employees, and vendors/service providers. Has access to all department-level confidential information, which requires the application of appropriate judgment, discretion and professional office protocols. Work requires accuracy, consistent task execution, sound judgment and timely coordination.Tasks require the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (5 - 10 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time at a keyboard or workstation. Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate sounds and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally. Requires the ability to operate, maneuver and/or control the actions of equipment, machinery, tools, and/or materials used in performing essential functions.Performance StandardEmployees at all levels are expected to effectively work together to meet the needs of the community and the City through work behaviors demonstrating the City’s values. Employees are also expected to lead by example and demonstrate the highest level of ethics.Health insuranceDental insuranceTuition ReimbursementFlexible Spending Accounts457 Deferred Compensation plansMetro Credit UnionVerizon Wireless discountEmployee Assistance ProgramGenerous paid leave time benefits and paid holidays.City Retirement (Mandatory)Weekly Direct DepositOpportunity to serve the public and join a dynamic team of dedicated employees