Circulation Supervisor Denison University Libraries

Overview of position

Denison University Libraries is seeking our next Circulation Supervisor. Apply to help us continue to provide excellent and inclusive services, in alignment with the Libraries’ mission and the University’s strategic plan.

Reporting to the Deputy Director, you will hire, schedule, train, mentor, supervise, and review the performance of a diverse and energetic group of student employees, as well as 4-5 staff FTE. You will manage all Interlibrary Loan (ILL), course reserves, and circulation-related library catalog, Five Colleges of Ohio, and Ohio Link responsibilities. You will supervise daily opening and closing operations for the library, and assist with continuous desk coverage and patron service.

You will lead the department and serve as a library resource for all circulation questions and issues, while collaborating with the Deputy Director to develop departmental policies and workflows that are consistent with best practices and policies.

Required Knowledge and Skills

• Associate’s degree in any field
• 1-3 years supervisory experience in a library, or equivalent customer service position
• Ability to lead, supervise, and motivate employees
• Expert-level analytical and critical thinking, written and oral communication skills
• Ability to organize and prioritize the workload of circulation staff
• Expert problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain predictable and regular attendance and work a flexible schedule, including daytime, evening, and weekend hours
• Technical, computer, and software skills
• Demonstrated desire to seek professional growth
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism

Preferred Knowledge and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in any field
• 4-7 years experience in a library, including familiarity with library systems such as Sierra or Alma, and ILL systems such as Tipasa or World Share
• Experience helping staff manage change

We’re looking for an innovative, collaborative, flexible, and service-oriented professional who is comfortable establishing and maintaining relationships to serve in this role. We recognize that candidates may not possess all of the preferred qualifications; however, the ideal candidate will bring many of them, and we are committed to helping our future colleague develop these preferred skills.

For full job description and to apply, see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Applications received by August 30, 2024, will be assured full consideration; the position is open until filled. Please ensure that your cover letter addresses the essential duties and responsibilities of the role, and addresses your commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and anti-racism. This is a full-time, 12-month, exempt, salaried position working on campus Monday through Friday, with evening and weekend hours as needed.

About Denison

Denison is an increasingly diverse, highly selective, residential liberal arts college enrolling approximately 2,300 students from across the nation and around the world. The college is located in the village of Granville, 30 minutes from Columbus, Ohio, which hosts a wide range of cultural and artistic opportunities. Granville offers an excellent public school system and easy access to outdoor activities. Denison is committed to attracting and supporting academically and culturally diverse professionals and is dedicated to providing a work and learning environment free from discrimination.

To achieve our mission as a liberal arts college, we continually strive to attract and hire candidates with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and identities. Denison fosters a campus community that recognizes the value of all persons regardless of age, disability, ethnicity, gender expression and identity, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socio-economic background. For additional information and resources about diversity at Denison, see our commitment to inclusion, diversity, equity, and anti-racism (IDEA) at .

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