Statement of Duties: This position works under the general direction and supervision of the Library Director, manages the public services and technology services of the City’s library system; is responsible for all operations in the Director’s absence; and performs administrative duties necessary to plan, direct, implement and evaluate library services.
- Manages the daily operations of the City’s library system.
- Works with the Director to establish goals and objectives for the Library, and develop and implement policies and procedures to accomplish them.
- Provides general supervision to Library department heads and branch supervisors.
- Guides technology development and implementation for the Library.
- Participates in staff selection and personnel administration and the application of personnel policies.
- Participates in budget planning and management.
- Makes recommendations for service improvements and new services to meet community needs.
- Coordinates staff development and training programs for the Library.
- Designs statistical reports and compiles data for annual reports.
- Represents the Director at meetings and conferences.
- Attends professional meetings and participates in professional associations and community organizations on library’s behalf.
- Assists the Administrative Assistant with bookkeeping and payroll tasks to coordinate coverage of those duties as necessary.
- Collaborates with the Community Services Librarian on major publicity, promotional and public relations activities.
- May provide reference and reader’s advisory services in the Adult and Children’s Departments.
- Attends Board of Trustee meetings, prepares programming reports, and makes presentations.
The City of Warwick offers a robust menu of employer provided benefits to include individual and family health and dental insurance; paid time off to include holidays, vacation, personal time and sick leave; pension, life insurance, and optional, supplemental retirement plans.
Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check prior to employment. Negative findings may prevent applicant from being considered.
Warwick is a city in Kent County, Rhode Island, the third largest city in the state with a population of 82,823 at the 2020 census. It is located approximately 12 miles south of downtown Providence, Rhode Island; 63 miles southwest of Boston, Massachusetts; and 171 miles northeast of New York City. Warwick was founded in 1642 by Samuel Gorton and is known as the second largest city in the state of Rhode Island. This city is known for its location near the salt-water beaches and the abundance of colonial history it has to offer.
Website
https://www.warwicklibrary.org/
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