[LIBJOBS] Youth Services Manager - Hayward, California, USA

The City of Hayward, California is now recruiting for:

Supervising Librarian I/Youth Services Manager

 

SALARY: Monthly Salary Range: $ 5,971 - $ 7,264. Initial placement within salary range DOQ. Plus excellent benefits package: Retirement-CalPERS-2.5%@55; paid medical, dental, vision and more.

 

FINAL FILING DATE: Initial application screening will take place the week of March 8, 2010; candidates are strongly encouraged to apply by this date to receive first consideration for this opportunity.

 

THE POSITION: A key member of the Library's management team, the Supervising Librarian for Youth Services reports to the Library Director and is responsible for Library services and programs to children and families in Hayward. This full-time position (40 hours per week) will supervise a staff of nine (9) people in two libraries. Major responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to: management of the library's book and media collection for children; operations of the Library's after school homework help centers; oversight of early childhood education programs; management of division and program budgets; delivery of excellent customer service to children and families in the Library; leadership of volunteer programs; development of grants and other external funding resources; and participation in the development of long-range Library goals, policy and procedures. Enthusiasm, motivation, organization, teamwork, and excellent interpersonal skills are a must. The ability to anticipate and provide quality and innovative customer service to a diverse population is essential. This position requires working flexible hours including some evenings and weekends.

 

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE: The Library Director is seeking candidates who have a sincere interest in advancing the organization consistent with the City's change initiatives. The candidate selected will have the incomparable opportunity to advance a Library youth services division dedicated to enhancing community assets and empowering children and families to be partners in creating their desired quality of life. He/she will be an inspiring leader and effective manager of people with a history of developing mutually beneficial relationships, including experience working with volunteers. A current understanding of contemporary library services will be expected. Previous achievements shall include implementing innovative and proactive approaches to seeking and securing external funding sources. The ideal candidate will be passionate about community building and the potential that can be realized through such efforts. The candidate selected will be an excellent, outgoing communicator with superior interpersonal skills.

 

REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of equivalent experience and education that could likely provide the required knowledge and skills would be qualifying. For example, four (4) years of library services and/or education experience, including at least two (2) years serving in a supervisory/management capacity, may provide the sufficient experience and expertise to prepare potential candidates for this exceptional opportunity.

 

•          Bachelor's degree in Education, Public Administration, Liberal Arts, or a closely related field, from an accredited college or university is required.

•          A Master's degree in Library Science, Education, Public Administration or similar discipline is strongly preferred.

•          Bilingual communication skills (English/Spanish) are highly desirable.

 

SELECTION PROCEDURE: Candidates must submit a completed City of Hayward Application and a response to the Supervising Librarian I Supplemental Questionnaire. Based on the information provided, a screening panel will select the most qualified candidates. Those best qualified on the basis of this review will be invited to an oral examination. Candidates passing the examination will be placed on an eligible list which will be submitted to the Library Department for hiring consideration.

 

SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS: Please include response to the following questions with your application:

 

1.      Tell us why you want to be the Supervising Librarian for Youth Services for Hayward Public Library. Describe your experience in providing services for youth and list the skills you would bring to this position.

2.      What are the current trends in Library services to children and families? As the Supervising Librarian for Youth Services, how would you implement these trends?

 

APPLICATIONS: To obtain a City of Hayward employment application:

1.      File online at: www.hayward-ca.gov or https://www.calopps.org/ViewAgencyJob.cfm?ID=7983 or

2.      Visit the Human Resources Department at Hayward City Hall located at 777 B Street, Hayward, CA 94541- 5007, or call for an application to be mailed, (510) 583-4500. Office hours are Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 

BENEFITS:

•          10 days paid vacation each year; 15 days after 5 years of service; and 20 days after 10 years of service; and 25days after 20 years of service for most of the bargaining groups.

•          12 days sick leave per year.

•          14 annual paid holidays.

•          Choice of health plans with premiums for employees and eligible dependents paid by the City (PERS health plans).

•          Dental and Vision Plan (premiums for employee and eligible dependents paid by City)

•          Life and Disability Insurance coverage.

•          Public Employees' Retirement System. Employees pay 1% of base salary towards PERS on a pre-tax basis.

•          Retirement formula is calculated at 2.5% @ 55 for miscellaneous employees and 3% @ 50 for public safety personnel.

 

The City of Hayward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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