Library Administrators

Current employees: Please apply through the employee portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Pay Range:
$68,736.58 – $103,106.01 Annual

Department:
Library Department

Job Type:
Regular Non-Represented

Exemption Status:
United States of America (Exempt)

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):
October 10, 2021

The Opportunity:
We are your neighbors.

You’ll find our libraries in neighborhoods all throughout Multnomah County. They are neighborhood libraries after all. Each location reflects the unique community it serves, but all locations serve as centers of community life, providing books, internet access, music, programs and meeting spaces for community members.

We are currently recruiting experienced library leaders for multiple Library Administrator opportunities. These positions are located in some of the most diverse neighborhoods in Multnomah County. Our patrons are African Americans, Native Americans, Russian, Chinese, Vietnamese and Latinos. In addition, we see a wide variety of patrons from different socioeconomic backgrounds.

As a Library Administrator, you will be responsible for ensuring your branch meets the needs of these diverse patrons. You will oversee all operations of the branch ensuring ensuring excellent service to the community. You will provide direct customer service such as reference assistance and circulation help. We are a dynamic and innovative library system, so you must be ready to embrace changes to serve our community in new ways.

You will use your demonstrated leadership skills to lead a diverse staff by modeling excellent coaching and communication skills while encouraging those skills in others. You will not shy away from the hard conversations and will engage your employees when managing their performance. You will promote collaborative decision making and negotiation as you work with your staff on change management. You will mentor and encourage the professional development of your staff through daily huddles, monthly staff meetings, and regular one-on-one meetings with your direct reports.

You will use your collaboration skills to partner with the branches in your region, the regional librarian, Neighborhood Libraries administration staff and other library managers to develop library goals and objectives. You will contribute to strategic planning for branch operations; work with senior library management to conduct neighborhood analysis and needs assessment and develop/change services to meet community needs. You will manage projects and serve on system-wide committees and teams encouraging participation by staff as appropriate.

You will investigate and respond to disturbances and concerns that may be a violation of the law or library rules and policies, including potential safety hazards and inappropriate patron behaviors. You will explain rules and policies to patrons and solicit patron cooperation and compliance. There may be times when you will need to take appropriate preventative and protective actions which may include excluding patrons and contacting local law enforcement or emergency medical services. You must demonstrate a positive attitude, excellent interpersonal skills, cultural sensitivity and a sense of humor while working with customers, co-workers and community in such situations. Your ability to exercise quick and mature judgement in dealing with potentially disruptive, physically dangerous or abusive customers and emergencies is crucial in this role.

Of course, there will be other duties as assigned, but nothing you can’t handle.

Multnomah County Library is committed to supporting our communities of color and other communities subjected to marginalization by centering race and intersectionality in the services we provide. As a member of our team, all staff are expected to act as allies to library staff and patrons from communities of color and other groups subjected to marginalization by:

Speaking up to support staff and patrons subjected to marginalization

Speaking out against racism and oppression

Demonstrating behavior that is culturally aware and sensitive

We’re excited to welcome you to the neighborhood. Apply today!

Learn more about the library’s services on our website .

To Qualify

We will consider any combination of relevant work experience, volunteering, education, and transferable skills as qualifying unless an item or section is labeled required. Please be clear and specific about how your background is relevant.

Minimum Qualifications/Transferable Skills:
A bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.

At least three years of public library experience, including some experience in the areas of reference and reader’s advisory, circulation services, stacks services management, collection development and management, or library public programming.

At least two years of supervisory experience.

At least two years of experience working with diverse patron populations.

Ability to pass a criminal records check should a job offer be extended and you’re not currently employed by the library. Results of the records check will be reviewed on an individualized basis. A conviction is not an automatic bar to employment.

Preferred Qualifications/Transferable Skills: You do not need to have the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills to qualify. However, keep in mind we may consider some or all of the following when identifying the most qualified candidates. Please clearly explain on your application how you meet any of the following preferred qualifications/transferable skills.

A master’s degree in library science from a program accredited by the American Library Association.

Bilingual language skills.

Experience working in a unionized environment is preferred.

Knowledge of principles and practices of public library service in the 21st century.

Knowledge of principles and practices of strategic planning, change management, and project management.

Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of public library functions.

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement: To protect the health of the community and employees, Multnomah County requires employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have an approved medical or religious exception by October 18, 2021 as a qualification of employment.

The rule applies to all employees, as allowable by law. Candidates who receive an offer of County employment must provide proof of vaccination upon hire or submit an exception request prior to their start date.

Screening and Evaluation

The Application Packet:
A completed online application.

Attach a cover letter addressing why you are the most qualified person for this position.

Apply only once for this opportunity

The Selection Process: For details about how we typically screen applications, review our overview of the selection process page . We expect to evaluate candidates for this recruitment as follows:

Initial review of minimum qualifications

An evaluation of application materials to identify the most qualified candidates

Consideration of top candidates/interviews

Reference and criminal records checks

The hiring list created from this recruitment will be used to fill current and future regular and limited duration opportunities as they become available.

Diversity and Inclusion: At Multnomah County, we don’t just accept difference; we value it and support it to create a culture of dignity and respect for our employees.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran or protected veteran status, genetic information and other legally protected characteristics. The EEO is the Law poster is available for your reference. Multnomah County is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We request priority protected veteran referrals.

Veterans’ Preference: Under Oregon Law, qualifying veterans may apply for veterans’ preference. Review our veterans’ preference page for details about eligibility and how to apply.

Accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act: We gladly provide reasonable accommodation to anyone whose specific disability prevents them from completing an application or participating in this recruitment process. Please contact the recruiter below in advance to request assistance. Individuals with hearing or speech impairments may contact the recruiter through the Telecommunications Relay Service by dialing 711.

Questions?

Recruiter:
Anthony Cesario

Email:
[email protected]

Phone:
+1 (503) 9883109 x83109

Application information may be used throughout the entire selection process. This process is subject to change without notice.

Disclaimer: This announcement is intended as a general descriptive recruitment guide and is subject to change. It does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Job Profile:
9776 – Library Administrator