Circulation Manager
The Scarborough Public Library seeks an energetic, personable, and detail-orientated individual to lead our Circulation team. The Circulation Manager facilitates a positive experience for library patrons by effectively managing all functions of the circulation department, the first point of contact for library users.
The Circulation Manager provides direct assistance to patrons through the circulation of materials while also completing the many administrative duties of the position. As a member of the library’s management team, the Circulation Manager works with the Library Director and other department heads to formulate circulation and general library policies and procedures.
A bachelor’s degree with three years increasingly responsible library experience is required. Previous experience with III library software is a plus. Knowledge of supervisory methods, including work delegation, scheduling, evaluating performance, and maintaining morale is expected. The ability to work with a diverse public in a friendly, diplomatic manner is essential.
This is a full-time, salaried position exempt from overtime pay. A typical work week is 40 hours. Schedule includes a mix of weekday, evening, and occasional weekend hours based on the operating, staffing, and programming needs of the library; flexibility in scheduling is necessary.
Salary range starts at $56,950 ($27.38/hour). Salary will be determined by level of experience and education. A generous benefits package includes: paid vacation, personal, and sick time; medical (100% of employee’s premium currently covered), dental, life, and disability insurance; and a 401 money purchase retirement plan (6% match) with optional 457 deferred compensation plan (4% match).
Review of applications will begin September 25, 2023 and continue until the position is filled. All candidates will be contacted once a hiring decision has been made. Please submit a resume, cover letter, job application, and the names of three professional references to:
Catherine Morrison, Assistant Director
Scarborough Public Library
48 Gorham Road
Scarborough, ME 04074
207-396-6270 (phone) 207-883-9728 (fax)
cmorrison@scarboroughlibrary.org
Full Job Description - Circulation Manager
Circulation Substitutes
The Scarborough Public Library is seeking substitutes to cover its Circulation Desk. Duties include checking out library materials, registering new patrons, and packing materials for van delivery. Prior library experience is required, preferably using Sierra software. Hours may also be offered in the Youth Services and Adult Services departments depending on the qualifications of the applicant.
Shifts offered may include weekday, evening, and weekend hours so flexibility is a plus. Wage range starts at $16.67 per hour and will be determined by level of experience.
To be considered as a substitute, please submit a completed job application to:
Catherine Morrison, Assistant Director
Scarborough Public Library
48 Gorham Road
Scarborough, ME 04074
207-396-6270 (phone) 207-883-9728 (fax)
cmorrison@scarboroughlibrary.org