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CITY OF LODI COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
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AGENDA TITLE: Approve Amended Class Spec and Title Change from Manager of Adult
Services to Supervising Librarian.
MEETING DATE: May 21, 1997
SUBMITTED BY: Human Resources Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the amended class specification and title change
from Manager of Adult Services to Supervising Librarian.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: The class specification has been amended to more accurately
reflect changes which have occurred within the position. The revision process has been coordinated with
the Library Services Director and the Library Board. The changes to the position include technological ,
and organizational developments and the title change from Manger of Adult Services to Supervising
Librarian.
COST: None
FUNDING: N/A
Respectfully submitted,
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Joa e Narloch, Hu an Resources Director
Prepared by: Mary Ann Turner, Human Resources Analyst II
cc: Library Services Director
APPROVED:
`-' H. Di on Flynn -- City Manager
RESOLUTION NO, 97-61
A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL
APPROVING THE AMENDED CLASS SPECIFICATION
AND TITLE CHANGE FROM MANAGER OF ADULT
SERVICES TO SUPERVISING LIBRARIAN
BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lodi City Council does hereby approve the amended
class specification and title change from Manager of Adult Services to Supervising
Librarian.
Dated: May 21, 1997
I hereby certify that Resolution No. 97-61 was passed and adopted by the City
Council of the City of Lodi in a regular meeting held May 21, 1997 by the following
vote:
AYES: Council Members -
NOES: Council Members -
ABSENT: Council Members -
ABSTAIN: Council Members -
97-61
JENNIFER M. PERRIN
City Clerk
CITY OF LODI
SUPERVISING LIBRARIAN
DEFINITION:
May 21, 1997
Under direction performs a variety of functions, including but not limited to: plans, organizes,
supervises, coordinates, reviews and evaluates the activities of the circulation, reference, and
technical services areas of the library.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS:
The Supervising Librarian is a senior management level professional in the Librarian series.
Incumbent is responsible for participating in the Library Management Team. Primary
responsibilities involve administration, managing the computer technology plan, reference and
readers' advisory services, collection development, supervision of professional, paraprofessional
and support staff, and provision of reference and readers advisory services for the public. This
position serves as Library Services Director in his/her absence.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:
Duties may include, but are not limited to the following:
Participates as a member of the library management team and contributes to the development of
departmental goals, objectives, policies, procedures and service standards;
Plans, organizes, schedules, supervises, reviews and evaluates the work of assigned professional,
paraprofessional, and support staff;
Recommends selection of assigned staff and provides for their training and professional
development;
Participates in library operations, including collection development, public service and community
relations, and reference and readers advisory service;
Coordinates operation of the library's integrated computer system including staff training and
parameter maintenance;
Analyzes and makes recommendations for improved service delivery, capital expenditures and
specialized program development;
Assists in developing assigned budget and monitors expenditures;
Represents the library in the community through participation in community organizations and
in meetings with the public, citizens groups and other agencies;
May develop grant applications, proposals and bid specifications for materials, equipment or
services; and administer assigned contracts,
Maintains records and prepares periodic or special reports regarding library service activities or
related matters.
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CLASS SPECIFICATION CITY OF LODI
Supervising_ Librarian (continued) Page 2 of 3
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Knowledge of:
Principles and practices of professional library services and administration, including service
objectives, organization and procedures.
Theory and philosophy of library services.
Books, authors and reference sources in a variety of fields.
Principles and practices of employee supervision, including selection, planning, training, work
evaluation and discipline.
Information systems and automation as applied to library activities.
Basic computer user applications pertaining to the work.
Basic budgetary principles and practices.
Ability to:
Plan, organize, assign, direct, coordinate, review and evaluate the work of assigned professional,
technical and support staff.
Select and motivate staff and provide for their training and professional development.
Analyze complex administrative problems, evaluate alternatives, and recommend effective courses
of action.
Assist in developing, implementing and interpreting goals, objectives policies, procedures, work
standards and internal controls.
Prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence, outreach and informational materials.
Establish and maintain an effective working relationship with a variety of individuals and groups,
including library staff, patrons, community groups and service providers, including making verbal
presentations.
Select and recommend a variety of library materials for patron use.
Perform difficult reference, research and technical librarian work.
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CLASS SPECIFICATION CITY OF LODI
Supervising Librarian (continued) Page 3 of 3
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Education:
A Master's degree in Library Science.
Experience:
Two years of lead or supervisory experience as a professional librarian.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES:
Possession of the appropriate valid Driver's License from the California Department of Motor
Vehicles.
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