Adult Services Supervisor

Adult Services Supervisor (40 hours per week)

LOCATION: Bull Street Library-2002 Bull Street Savannah, GA 31401

FLSA: Exempt

REPORTS TO: Senior Library Manager

SALARY GRADE: (114) $52,145.60 annually

J OB SUMMARY

Under general supervision of the Branch Manager, the Adult Services Supervisor is responsible for reference and reader’s advisory for the adult area; prepares and presents technology classes; assists with collection maintenance and programming; manages the day-too-day activity of adult services in the branch; creates and executes special events, displays, and provides customer service to all age groups.

This position promotes library services and partnerships within the local community. Supervises adult services staff as applicable.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Position Duties and Responsibilities

Performs excellent internal and external customer service and library service in response to the information needs of library users and the

overall community.

Promotes library collections and services to the public, both inside and outside the physical building through knowledge of library

resources such as catalogs, search systems, databases, and the internet.

Plans, designs, promotes, presents, and evaluates library programs for adult patrons.

Assists customers with the use of print and electronic resources.

Recommends and refers patrons and parents to alternative sources of information (internal and external).

Creates and arranges displays of books and other library materials to enhance the library experience and to promote the use of library

resources. Assists in maintaining a pleasant, inviting, and safe environment for all patrons.

Works independently to analyze and evaluate current services, programs, and practices; revises and develops programs as needed to

respond to patron needs and service delivery.

Performs reader’s advisory service for adult patrons. Assists in use of the library and its resources. Assists adults

in selection of appropriate material.

In coordination with Outreach, may provide outreach to adults by visiting local community centers, senior facilities, and attending events

to promote library services or programs.

With guidance from the Branch Library Manager, provides response(s) to requests and conflict resolution upon receiving complaints

and/or special requests from patrons.

Assists with applying for and utilizing grant money for adult services, as approved.

Plans and/or prepares displays, bibliographies, pathfinders, and other informational materials.

Participates in staff development and training.

Oversees adult services staff (as applicable).

Acts as person in charge in the absence of the manager.

Analyzes library collection and assists in its development, maintenance and preservation.

Performs other related duties as assigned.