Orangeburgcounty
General Description
The purpose of this job is to assist the Library Director in monitoring and facilitating the operations of the Library, and to supervise the Circulation and Technical Services Departments. This position works under administrative supervision, developing and implementing programs within organizational policies and reporting major activities to executive level administrators through conferences and reports.
Duties and Responsibilities The functions listed below represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.
Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processes employee concerns and problems, directs work, counsels, disciplines, and completes employee performance appraisals.
Performs all communications with community members, library users, and staff using exemplary customer service skills.
Maintains professional maturity in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
Coordinates, assigns, and reviews work, establishes schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed assignments; answers questions and gives advice as needed.
Attends after‑hours meetings and advocacy opportunities as instructed by the Library Director.
Monitors and facilitates the operations of the library, substituting for the Director when necessary.
Compiles and produces monthly and annual reports.
Oversees the instruction and training of all new staff on the Integrated Library System; coordinates all software upgrades with the county IT department and the software provider.
Acts as library liaison for the Friends of the Library Board and attends all meetings of this board.
Manages entries into the employee time‑clock system and compiles reports for the payroll department.
Performs other duties and related work as instructed and assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Requires a master’s degree in Library and Information Science from a university or college accredited by the American Library Association.
Requires four (5) years of professional library experience that includes at least one (3) year of supervisory or administrative responsibilities, or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses
Requires a South Carolina Public Librarian certificate.
Reasoning/Math/Language Skills Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; interpret extensive technical instructions, both mathematical and diagrammatic, and handle numerous abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rates, ratios, and percentages; and draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents and respond effectively to inquiries and complaints; handle general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; and effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Physical Demands Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, stretching, or lifting nearly all of the time and requires exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular basis. Tasks demand significant skill, adeptness, and speed using fingers, hands, or limbs in tasks that require close tolerances or accuracy limits.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Bright/dim light; dusts and pollen.
Extreme heat and/or cold; wet or humid conditions.
Outdoor work may also be required.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Orangeburg County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Orangeburg County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
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Duties and Responsibilities The functions listed below represent the majority of the time spent working in this position. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the position as necessary.
Supervises, directs, and evaluates assigned staff, processes employee concerns and problems, directs work, counsels, disciplines, and completes employee performance appraisals.
Performs all communications with community members, library users, and staff using exemplary customer service skills.
Maintains professional maturity in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
Coordinates, assigns, and reviews work, establishes schedules; maintains standards; monitors status of work in progress; inspects completed assignments; answers questions and gives advice as needed.
Attends after‑hours meetings and advocacy opportunities as instructed by the Library Director.
Monitors and facilitates the operations of the library, substituting for the Director when necessary.
Compiles and produces monthly and annual reports.
Oversees the instruction and training of all new staff on the Integrated Library System; coordinates all software upgrades with the county IT department and the software provider.
Acts as library liaison for the Friends of the Library Board and attends all meetings of this board.
Manages entries into the employee time‑clock system and compiles reports for the payroll department.
Performs other duties and related work as instructed and assigned.
Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Requires a master’s degree in Library and Information Science from a university or college accredited by the American Library Association.
Requires four (5) years of professional library experience that includes at least one (3) year of supervisory or administrative responsibilities, or any equivalent combination of related training and experience.
Special Certifications and Licenses
Requires a South Carolina Public Librarian certificate.
Reasoning/Math/Language Skills Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; interpret extensive technical instructions, both mathematical and diagrammatic, and handle numerous abstract and concrete variables.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; compute rates, ratios, and percentages; and draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret documents and respond effectively to inquiries and complaints; handle general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and governmental regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; and effectively present information and respond to questions from managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
Physical Demands Performs medium work that involves walking, standing, stooping, stretching, or lifting nearly all of the time and requires exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a regular basis. Tasks demand significant skill, adeptness, and speed using fingers, hands, or limbs in tasks that require close tolerances or accuracy limits.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)
Bright/dim light; dusts and pollen.
Extreme heat and/or cold; wet or humid conditions.
Outdoor work may also be required.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Americans with Disabilities Act Compliance Orangeburg County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ADA requires Orangeburg County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with management.
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