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Chattahoochee Valley Libraries seek energetic, forward-thinking, innovative servant leaders for the position of Branch Manager of the Mildred L. Terry Public Library. The successful candidate will have exceptionally strong leadership and communication skills, organizational abilities, and community relations skills.
As Branch Manager of the Mildred L. Terry Public Library, you must have a passion for making connections in the community, helping others, and sharing the joy of reading and discovery with all ages. You'll be responsible for library services, resources, and events. You'll serve as a key technology bridge to those without access and help them succeed in the modern world. You'll have a chance to truly impact the community and make a difference in people's lives. You must have a passion for making connections with patrons of all ages and walks of life, and sharing the Library’s story with the community.
Responsibilities for the Branch Manager include:
· Managing, supervising and participating in all daily service and support operations within a branch
· Leading staff (8) and volunteers as they provide service assistance, plan programs and activities, provide outreach to the community, and maintain the collection
· Developing goals, plans, programs, and services for a branch library
· Representing the Library in outreach efforts and with community organizations
· Working closely with other Branch Managers, departments, and library administration to ensure quality, responsive services for customers
About the Mildred L. Terry Library and Chattahoochee Valley Libraries
The Mildred L. Terry Public Library is a case study of a Public Library uplifting its community. Far beyond circulation, the library continues to provide essential socioeconomic and cultural opportunities, as it has for seventy years. During segregation, it stood as a beacon of light, welcoming the Black community. Today, it is a gateway of knowledge and a vital contributor to Columbus’ African American history.
The Mildred L. Terry Public Library (originally known as the Fourth Avenue Library) was the first Public Library accessible to African Americans in Columbus. The original building opened in 1953, and in 2009 opened a new 16,000 sq. ft. modern facility nearly four times the size of the original. The branch carries a strong sense of history, and has played a pivotal role in the community as a champion of civil rights and equality.
CVL’s values of Service, Passion, Inclusion, and Community guide us in our vision to improve our community’s quality of life. CVL consists of seven physical branches, two bookmobiles and two automated 24-hour library kiosks. Anchored in the city of Columbus, Georgia, we serve a diverse mix of 250,000 in Muscogee, Marion, Stewart, and Chattahoochee Counties.
For more information about CVL’s Mission, Vision, and Values, visit https://www.cvlga.org/about-us .
About Columbus, GA
Also known as “The Fountain City”, Columbus is located just north of Ft. Moore, home of the National Infantry Museum, National Civil War Naval Museum; and near FDR State Park and Callaway Gardens. Bordering Alabama, Columbus sits on the Chattahoochee River, 90 miles southwest of Atlanta.
Job Requirements
Qualifications: Master of Library Science or Master of Library and Information Studies from an A.L.A. accredited program
Equivalency: Bachelor's degree in job related area and at least two years in a supervisory capacity
***All applications must be submitted through our website. You must upload a copy of your college diploma and/or transcripts to submit an application. Please be prepared to upload those documents. If any of the required documents are missing, the application packet will be considered incomplete and will not be reviewed.
This position is open until filled.
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Thank you for your interest in the Chattahoochee Valley Libraries (CVL) - a division of the Muscogee County School District (MCSD).
CVL/MCSD is an Equal Opportunity Employer dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, gender, marital status, political affiliations, religion, national origin, the presence of mental, physical, or sensory disability, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
