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Under administrative direction plans, directs and manages the County Library system; oversees the policy, administrative and operational activities of the department; and to performs related duties as assigned.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
This is an at-will Department Head position. The incumbent serves at the pleasure of the Board of Supervisors and County Administrative Officer and may be removed at any time, with or without cause, and without right of appeal. The incumbent is responsible for providing administrative leadership, technical oversight, and policy direction to the organizational units, activities, and staff of the County Library. This position is distinguished by its requirement for a high level of managerial, librarianship and administrative skill.
REPORTS TO: County Administrative Officer.
CLASSIFICATIONS SUPERVISED: Directly supervises professional, technical and support staff as assigned.
Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills
Develop strategies for planning, organizing, implementing and evaluating system-wide library and related information services to meet the needs of the community, both immediate and long-range.
Develop and prioritize library policies and evaluate operational outcomes.
Direct the development of implementation of services, materials, and facilities for the library to meet organizational goals and service objectives.
Develop and manage department budget and oversees library expenditures.
Conduct the personnel administration, financial affairs and general administration of the library system in accordance with adopted policies and procedures.
Maintain effective public relations with public officials, civic groups, the media and the community.
Assess community needs and interests and develop ways to improve library services.
Advise and confer with County Administrative Officer on programs, activities and problems with the department.
Determine priority and scheduling of projects; provide data, information studies and prepare reports as required.
Participate in professional library activities and organizations.
The County Librarian is expected to accomplish these functions with a maximum degree of independence within established policies and procedures set forth by the Board of Supervisors, County Administrative Officer, and federal, state, and County laws, ordinances, and regulations. Responsibilities include coordination with management staff of other County departments and governmental agencies to manage and accomplish the complex and varied functions of the department. The incumbent is accountable for accomplishing departmental long- and short-range planning and operational goals and objectives and for furthering County goals and objectives within general policy guidelines and budgetary limitations.
Minimum Qualifications & Requirements
Any combination of training and experience which would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities would be:
Education: Masters in Library Science from a library school accredited by the American Library Association AND
Experience: Five years of progressively responsible library experience including at least two years was in an administrative or management capacity.
Supplemental information
Knowledge Of
Library organization, administration, trends services and equipment;
Principle and practices of professional library work including methods, practices and techniques of material classification, material selection and reference activities;
Public administration and the laws applicable to library service in California;
Philosophy and current trends of modern library science;
Current trends and practices in library automation;
Principles and practices of leadership, motivation, team building, and conflict resolution;
Principles and practices of management, supervision, and personnel management;
Principles and practices of customer service and quality improvement;
Principles of public administration, including organization, budgeting, general management, staff development and supervision.
Ability To
Plan, direct and control department operations;
Plan, organize, assign, direct, review and evaluate the work of staff;
Select and motivate staff and provide for their training and professional development;
Develop clear goals and objectives for the department;
Organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow up assignments with a minimum of direction;
Research, compile, interpret, and summarize a variety of informational, technical, and statistical data and materials;
Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, and make effective presentations;
Read, analyze, and interpret professional periodicals and journals and government regulations;
Instill public confidence in quality and necessity of services;
Coordinate departmental activities with other departments and agencies;
Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others
In accordance with California Government Code section 3100, et., seq., all County of San Benito employees are considered disaster service workers who may be required to report for duty, or remain on duty to address disaster service activities in the event of an emergency or disaster and are required to undertake an applicable loyalty oath.
San Benito County Benefits
Employees in regular, full-time positions will be eligible to participate in the following employee benefits:
Pay Day: Employees are bi-weekly. The insurance and benefits deductions will take place bi-monthly - normally the first two pay periods of the month. Bank/Credit union and 457 Retirement Deferrals deductions will take place bi-weekly.
Vacation: Based on continued years of service. Maximum accruals may apply depending on the bargaining unit.
< 4 years of service = 10 days per year
5 to 9 years of service = 15 days per year
10 to 14 years of service = 18 days per year
15 + years of service = 20 days per year
Administrative Leave: Management employees receive 80 hours of administrative leave per calendar year. Forty (40) unused hours can be paid out at the end of the calendar year. Administrative leave is pro-rated.
Holidays: 13.5 holidays (including 3 floating) for most employees. Safety officers and dispatchers receive approximately 5% holiday pay in addition to their base pay in lieu of paid holidays off.
Sick Leave: 15 days per year. Maximum accruals apply.
Health Plan: Comprehensive medical and dental plans available for full-time employees. Employees appointed to a regular position at a time base of 50% or higher are also eligible to participate.
Vision Plan: MES Vision Plan offered which offers exams, frames and lenses on a 12-24-24 basis. The County pays for employee coverage and the employee can pay for dependent coverage. This benefit is available to FULL-TIME employees only.
Employee Assistance Program: The County provides confidential short-term counseling services to employees and dependents.. Any regular employee is eligible for up to a total of three (3) hours of counseling sessions within any six (6) month period per County employee. Up to a maximum of six (6) sessions per calendar year are allowed per family
Life Insurance/AD&D: County pays for a $20,000 BASIC life insurance policy for each employee. Two other VOLUNTARY life insurance plans available, including AD&D.
Disability Insurance: General, Confidential and Management groups participate in the State Disability Insurance.
Credit Union: Membership available to San Benito County employees at the Santa Clara County Federal Credit Union.
Deferred Compensation: Employees may participate in tax-deferred retirement savings. Two 457 plans available. Employees may rollover funds from prior 401k or 457 accounts. IRS limits apply.
Retirement: PLEASE NOTE THAT CHANGES ARE CURRENTLY PENDING FOR JANUARY 1, 2013 DUE TO PENSION REFORM LAW AND OTHER DATES DUE TO CONTRACT MODIFICATIONS. Regular employees will be enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system in accordance with the Public Employees' Retirement Law. Employee contributions vary according to bargaining unit.

• All New Miscellaneous (non-Safety) employees enrolled into the CalPERS retirement system participate in the full formula of 2% at 62. Miscellaneous employees participate in Social Security in addition to CalPERS.
• New Safety employees are covered by the safety full formula 2.7% at 57. Safety employees contribute 9% of the employee contribution. Safety employees do not participate in Social Security.

Extra Insurance: Employees may participate in various AFLAC plans such as accident, disability, and cancer insurances. AFLAC can enroll employees into a pre-tax cafeteria plan and flexible spending accounts including Unreimbursed Medical ($2500) and Dependent Care ($5000).
Administrative Leave
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Retirement Formula Local MISC 2% @62 for New PERS Members
Social Security
Vacation Based on Continued Years of Service
Sick Leave 15 Days Annually
Floating Holiday
457 Deferred Compensation
Credit Union
Unreimbursed Medical
Flexible Spending Account
Employee Assistance Program
Group Life Insurance
Additional Optional Life Insurances & AD&D
Automatic Deposit
Bi-Weekly Pay Periods
Tuition Reimbursement
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Please be sure to answer the supplemental questions thoroughly and accurately. Applicants are responsible for clearly, completely, and accurately identifying their qualifications. Your responses to the questions must be supported by both the work experience listed on your application as well as your resume. The rating of the supplemental questions may determine your application status and/or rank on the eligible list. Answers such as "see resume" or "see above" will remove you from consideration. I have read and understand the statement above concerning submission of supplemental questionnaire responses.

• Yes
• No

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I understand all County employees will be required to take an Oath of Office and will be called upon to act as Disaster Service Workers, when needed.

• Yes

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Please describe your experience working with Public Libraries.
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Describe your experience in managing and training library staff and volunteers.
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• Please describe your experience working on a major expansion or remodel of an existing Library. Was the project successful? What were some challenges?

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Please describe your experiences applying for grants and describe the largest grant you received and were responsible for.
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Briefly describe your experience developing special programs and/or community outreach activities in a Public Library.
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Describe the challenges facing Public Libraries now and in the future.
Required Question
Closing Date/Time: 6/5/2023 5:00 PM Pacific