Librarian, Senior

unclassified position in the fulton public library system branch location

• east atlanta library
• west end library
• peachtree library
• central library - general education development (ged)

master’s degree in library science; supplemented by four (4) years of professional librarian experience, including two (2) years lead or supervisory experience.

certification as a professional librarian issued by the state of georgia within six (6) months of employment. May be required to possess and maintain a valid georgia driver’s license as required by area assignment.

must be able to demonstrate proficiency in performance of the essential functions and learn, comprehend, and apply all county or departmental policies, practices, and procedures necessary to function effectively in the position.

all applications must be completed in full before they are submitted. Please review all applications for accuracy and make all corrections before submittal because errors can result in not meeting the minimum qualifications. Additional information will not be accepted after applications are received by the personnel department.

the purpose of this classification is to perform duties related to managing a community library branch location or a department or collection in a larger branch. Responsibilities include developing goals, objectives, policies, and procedures; developing and managing assigned area budget; serving as a community liaison for a library branch or functional area, and supervising assigned staff. Additional responsibilities include organizing, leading, planning, directing and/or implementing outreach services, programs, initiatives and presentations.

This classification is distinguished from librarian, principal in that this class manages a library department or service.

supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff and volunteers: may make hiring or disciplinary recommendations; develops and oversees employee work schedules to ensure adequate coverage and control; compiles and reviews time cards; approves/processes employee concerns and problems and counsels, documents and disciplines as appropriate; assists with or completes employee performance appraisals; acts as a liaison between employees and management; and trains staff and volunteers in operations, policies, and procedures;

works at least one late evening at a library facility and some weekends. Position can be reassigned based on the needs of the department.

organizes, prioritizes, and assigns work; prioritizes and schedules work activities in order to meet objectives; ensures that subordinates have the proper resources needed to complete the assigned work; monitors status of work in progress and inspects completed work; consults with assigned staff to assist with complex/problem situations and provide technical expertise; and provides progress and activity reports to management.

manages operations of library branch or department/collection: develops short and long‑range goals and objectives for assigned area of the library system or a library branch; interprets and complies with federal and state regulations applicable to assigned branch/department; creates, and develops and improves strategies to enhance delivery of services and programs to library patrons.

monitors assigned program budget: reviews previous yearly expenditures for supplies, equipment, and services; monitors expenditures for budget compliance; and approves program expenditures prior to submission for payment.

manages assigned library branch facility: requests maintenance and service repairs as needed; and coordinates schedules for use of meeting rooms and study rooms.

may serve as a system‑wide technical expert in a particular library support function or subject matter as required: provides expert advice and recommendations related to library subjects/services to the general public and other library staff.

manages and evaluates the delivery of public library services to diverse communities: administers evaluations and tabulates results;…