What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head of Patron Access Services position at Hampton Bays Public Library?
DEPARTMENT: CIRCULATION & TECH SERVICES
JOB TITLE: HEAD OF PATRON ACCESS SERVICES
REPORTS TO: LIBRARY DIRECTOR
Is responsible for overseeing all operations of the Circulation and Technical Services departments including managing a staff of full time and part time clerks and library aides. This position is full-time 35-hour / 5 day work week; evenings and weekends may be required.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
· Hires, directs, schedules, trains & evaluates staff
· Oversees all combined department operations, including all Sierra circulation functions, homebound services, outside book club coordination and other events and promotions.
· Duties related to being the PALS Library Coordinator
· Update and maintain library information on the SCLS Gateway site
· Attends professional development meetings including those for PALS, Tech Services and Heads of Circulation
· Submits monthly reports to the Director for Board meetings and the NYS Annual Report
· Other duties as assigned by the Library Director
DESIRABLE SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, AND ABILITIES:
· Knowledge of general library and office terminology, clerical procedures and equipment
· Excellent communications skills with patrons, department staff, co-workers and colleagues in other libraries
· Ability to assign, supervise, schedule and review the work of clerical employees in a manner conducive to building confidence and high morale
· Proficiency with Google Suite/Microsoft Office programs
· Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position
· Ability to speak, read, and write Spanish strongly desired
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
· High school diploma or high school equivalency diploma and five years’ experience working in a public library (circulation department preferred) and at least one year of supervisory experience. Proficiency with Sierra platform required.
Minimum starting base salary $48,000 depending on experience.
10% retirement benefit, NYSHIP health insurance, paid vacation, sick and personal time. Vision and dental coverage also available.
Submit resumes with three (3) professional references to smcevoy@hamptonbayslibrary.org by Friday, April 25, 2025.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $48,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- library circulation: 5 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Hampton Bays, NY 11946 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $48,000