Library Manager 2 - Teen Services Details

Library Manager 2 - Teen Services

Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County - Nashville, TN

Employment Type : Full-Time

This is a Nashville Public Library Civil Service position located at the Main Library. We are seeking a dynamic, energetic and uniquely talented individual to provide system-wide leadership for Teen Services. The successful candidate will demonstrate a passion for engaging teens in library services through inventive and effective strategies. This position also oversees and supervises daily operations of the Main Library Teen Services area. Performs related duties as required.

Located in the heart of Music City, The Nashville Public Library boasts 4 million visits annually and maintains a collection of 2 million items, including a one-of-its kind civil rights collection. The Metro Archives, a premier division of the Public Library, is the official record keeper of Nashville’s history, maintaining records of enduring historical value. Nashville Public Library is central to the city's art, history, education and literary culture, earning it the title of Gale-Cengage and the Library Journal's 2017 Library of the Year. The library periodically hosts best-selling authors, and during the summer months offers free lunchtime concerts in a beautifully manicured courtyard featuring everything from salsa to soul, to blues to Bach. If this environment is appealing to you, then you might want to consider a job at the public library.

"If you have applied for this position previously, you need not reapply"

Typical Duties

• Leads the department in professional standards and best practices for program

development, readers’ advisory, outreach activities and reference work.

• Creates an inviting and welcoming space for a diverse teen population.
• Provides friendly, courteous and accurate service to all users.
• Hires, trains, evaluates, supervises and manages the Teen Division Main Library staff.
• Assists in the development of department goals and objectives.
• Maintains department statistics over time in order to prepare monthly and annual reports.
• Assists in development of department budget and oversees appropriate expenditures of

funds.

• Inspires Teen Services staff to try new and creative ventures to improve the library

experience and quality of life for youth.

• Plans, organizes and directs programming and activities for teens on a department and

system-wide level.

• Performs outreach to nurture partnerships and collaborations with community organizations.
• Represents Nashville Public Library in the community and at professional events.
• Conducts group in-service and individual training as needed.
• Attends continuing education and networking events
• Maintains appropriate communication and attitude with library staff and users.
• Develops and maintains regular communication with schools and other youth-based

facilities.

• Oversees the recruiting, scheduling and activities of staff and volunteers in Teens Division
• Maintains library materials collections.
• Works with administrative staff to prepare the budget.
• Works with administrative staff on strategic planning, initiatives, events and formulation of

library policies.

• May write or assist in writing grant proposals.
• May oversee or coordinate implementation of grant funded programs.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's Degree in Library Science from an accredited college or university and four (4) years of professional library experience with teen's programs or services, including two (2) years acting in a lead or supervisory capacity.

The Library Science program must also be accredited by the American Library Association or the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education.

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.

Note: Per Metro Ordinance No. SO94-1078. All employees of the Metropolitan Government shall be residents of the State of Tennessee or become residents of the state within six (6) months of employment as a prerequisite to employment with the Metropolitan Government.

Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Extensive professional teen services experience and demonstrated ability to

plan, implement and direct innovative teen programs.

• Fluent bilingual language skills.
• Knowledge of library philosophies, practices, procedures and technologies, especially in

services to teens.

We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

Requests for ADA accommodation for the recruitment process should be directed to 615-862-8163.