Associate Director of Public Services
Reports to:  Library Director
Master of Library Science Degree (required to be considered)
Hours: Full-Time (40 hrs./wk.)
Salary: $48,735.00

GENERAL SUMMARY
The Associate Director of Public Services reports to the Library Director and is responsible for building and maintaining print, electronic and digital adult collections and for directing all the services the department provides to adults which include but are not limited to reference, research, programing, information literacy and computing.  Also, be knowledgeable of system-wide policies and practices and to achieve consistent implementation across the library system. Participates in the development and recommendation of policies and procedures for Adult Public Service operations, as well as communicating them to assigned staff. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establishes and maintains effective working relationships with all department heads, other library employees, and the general public. The principal duties of this class are performed in a general office environment.

The Associate Director is measured by the highest standards and strict adherence to the policies set by the board of the East Chicago Public Library.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities
Plan, direct, supervise, public services operations activities and collection development of the following collections: reference, adult fiction, adult non-fiction, adult serials, databases and audio visual.
Plans and implements adult classes, programs, workshops, events – including Adult Summer Reading and book discussion groups.
Implements Circulation and Audiovisual standard operating procedures and system policies. Assures that Circulation operations are consistent with ECPL policies, procedures, philosophies and objectives.
Promotes the library’s collections, services and events.
Researches, writes and submits grant proposals.
Conducts performance evaluations of assigned staff, writes formal evaluations, reviews with staff, clarifies performance expectations, and initiates appropriate corrective action as required, including coaching, development and discipline.
Utilizes information technology as it applies to Public Service.
Educates patrons in information literacy and in the use of library computers and library print, digital and electronic sources.
Provides staff training
Prepares statistical and other reports as requested by the Director and by the Indiana State Library
Performs other related duties consistent with the role and function of the classification.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of modern librarianship
Comprehensive knowledge of public library services, procedures, policies and organization
Demonstrated management and supervisory skills
Knowledge of Integrated Library Systems (ILS)
Desire and ability to serve the public with friendliness, tact, and diplomacy
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Skill in leadership, motivation, and coordination of the work of others
Ability to delegate work effectively
Ability to set priorities and meet deadlines
Familiarity with ADA software and technology
Thorough knowledge of community and political wants, needs, processes and procedures that affect the public services offered by the library
Thorough knowledge of the materials collections in the library district
Thorough knowledge of automated on-line library systems utilized by the library district
Skill in public speaking and presentations
Ability to communicate effectively with others, both orally and in writing, using both technical and non-technical language
Ability to understand and follow oral and/or written policies, procedures and instructions
Ability to prepare and present accurate and reliable reports containing findings and recommendations.
Ability to operate a personal computer using standard or customized software applications appropriate to assigned tasks;
Prepares and submits regular and special required reports on public library operations;
Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others fully and accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems;
Attends meetings, conferences, workshops and training sessions and reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on the principles, practices and new developments in assigned work areas
Performs basic reference/readers advisory functions.
Performs other directly related duties consistent with the role and function of the classification.

Physical and Mental Requirements
The East Chicago Public Library is an equal opportunity employer and strives to comply with all the aspects of the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Candidates must be able to perform the following functions with or without reasonable accommodations:

Lift, push and pull 20 lbs.
Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, which permits the employee to communicate effectively.
Sufficient clarity of vision or other powers of observation which permits the employee to produce and review a wide variety of technical and training materials, written correspondence, reports and related materials in both electronic and hard copy formats.
Sufficient manual dexterity to operate a standard keyboard and computer mouse or equivalent technology.
Sufficient personal mobility and physical reflexes which permits the employee to monitor and supervise library operations at all library locations on a regular basis.

Education, Experience, and Training
Master of Library Science Degree from an ALA accredited university program.
Five years of management in a library setting.
Extensive knowledge of current trends and practices in reference services, reference sources and information literacy.
Extensive knowledge of cutting-edge library technology.

License and Certification Requirements
Must meet the requirements to qualify for Indiana Library Certification 2 or 1.
Must be able to qualify for recertification and complete a minimum of 75 Library Educational Units every 5 years, as specified by the Indiana State Library.
Possession of a valid Indiana driver’s license or evidence of equivalent mobility.

Position open until filled.