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Tuesday, January 17, 2012

[LIBJOBS] Wheatley Branch Library Manager; Columbia, SC; USA

We’re seeking a “Wheatley Branch Library Manager”.

 

Are you up to the challenge of leading a staff in modeling our enthusiasm and commitment to RCPL’s Mission, Vision, and Values?  Do you have everything it takes to manage people, projects, deadlines, events and ideas with a winning style and assurance?  Are you many things to many people – coach, leader, partner, and host – and juggle multiple responsibilities with a smile?

 

If your answer to these questions is “YES!”, the Richland County Public Library encourages you to apply!   

                                                                                                          

·         Job Title:             Wheatley Branch Manager, Full-time

·         Salary:                  $1,702.50 biweekly, plus benefits including four weeks of paid vacation per year. 

·         Hours:                  37.50 hours per week, including one evening per week. 

·         Location:             Wheatley Branch**

931 Woodrow Street

Columbia, SC 29205

** We may change the work location and schedule, depending on the overall needs of the system.

 

Who you are:

·         You engage well with others and are passionate about providing an exemplary customer experience.

·         You are a great manager and a positive motivator.

·         You are excited by finding the perfect people for your branch, and mentoring staff to be valuable assets to our community.

·         You are an exceptional communicator, able to lead meetings and relay information effectively.

·         You love making new connections and partnerships with people and community organizations.

·         You understand “the big picture”, and use it to take ownership of your library operations.

 

Do you have what it takes?

 

  • ALA accredited MLIS degree.  (Transcript must be presented upon hire.)
  • Eligibility for S. C. certification.
  • Two years of satisfactory professional library experience in library of recognized standing after MLIS.
  • Valid Driver’s license and safe driving record.
  • Ability to perform job duties.

 

Why the Richland County Public Library?  At RCPL, we connect customers of all ages and backgrounds with experiences that inform, inspire, and entertain.  Being present in the moment of curiosity, and helping create the spark of connection, make working in a library one of the most interesting and satisfying jobs in the world.  RCPL is an award-winning, forward-thinking public library system because of our exceptional, diverse staff, who are passionate about serving our community.  Be a part of our team and change the way our customers work, play, create, and communicate. 

 

The deadline for this position is January 31st, 2012.  If you are interested in joining our forward-thinking and innovative team, click here to begin the application process.

 

The Richland County Public Library is an EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

 

For more information about our Library system, visit our website at www.myRCPL.com.

 

 

Jenkins Lumpkin

Special Assistant for Personnel

Richland County Public Library

1431 Assembly Street

Columbia, SC    29201

Tel:  (803) 988-0895; Fax:  (803) 929-3448

www.myrcpl.com

 

“When you are growing up, there are two institutional places that affect you most powerfully: the church, which belongs to God, and the public library, which belongs to you.  The public library is the great equaliser.”

 

Keith Richards, Rolling Stones Guitarist

 

 



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